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Sandra Rugendorf Obituary

Rugendorf, Sandra beloved wife of the late Jerome; loving mother of Edward (Bonnie) Zaretsky and Denese (Kevin) Swett; adored bubbie of Elizabeth, Mitchell and Kevin; cherished sister of Phyllis Apelbaum, Larry (Paula) Kelmanson, Eileen Kelmanson, Harriet Cohen and Aaron (Chris) Cohen; dear aunt and friend. Graveside service 2 p.m., today at Shalom Memorial Park, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Assn., 30 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. #2015, Chicago, IL, 60602. For Info: Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 847-255-3520.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 22, 2008.

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August 19, 2009

I AM PRINTING THIS BOOK. IF IN THE FUTURE YOU WANT TO SEE AN ENTRY JUST LET ME KNOW. SO ANYONE THAT WANTS TO MAKE AN ENTRY PLEASE DO SO BY NEXT WEEK
THANK YOU
EILEEN

E

July 16, 2009

Hay Sis,
I just wanted you to know,( even though we talk almost every morning in the car on the way to work)I wish I could hear your answers. I think I know what you would say, but I sure miss your voice. I have a last message on my cell phone and whenever I need to hear your voice badly I play it.
I miss you good friends are hard to come by.
e

Rebecca Parker

July 10, 2009

Well the fourth of July has come and gone and it was hard not seeing the family but I think it may have been harder seeing them and you not being there and now it is your birthday, another sad day. We still miss you very much. Margo thinks we should have a small birthday cake for you as a way to remember you, but don't take the last fork out of the silverware holder!! Love & Miss you,
Rebecca & Margo

Denese Swett

January 11, 2009

Well it has been almost 4 months and I must say that I miss my mom more than anything. The holidays without her were bad and most of all I think about her everyday. I know she is watching over all of us and she is no longer suffering but I just can't explain in words how much she is missed and loved everyday. Mom you were the best and I love you.

cindi Apelbaum

October 21, 2008

Dear Denise, Eddie and family,
I am so sorry that your mom, aunt , sister. bubbie and friend to all who knew her has left this world,however; her greatest work was left in her honor to carry on the way she would have wanted everyone to. To live life to the fullest is how we honor those we love. She is gone but will never be forgotten for she lives in the heart and the memories of those she graced with her presence. Love Cindi

Janice Gurvey

September 1, 2008

To Denese, Kevin, Eddie,and KJ
Sorry on the passing of your mother and grandmother. If you need anything let me know.

vincent Santangelo

August 27, 2008

hey sis,
So sorry to hear about your Mom, I know it was u and her against the world, I will always remeber grand ma Sandy and the talks we had ,, You are always in my prays with the little one ,,,
Love big bro vince aka JAKEY

Kristine Kallman

August 27, 2008

To My Second Family:
Sandy was a terrific woman and very dear friend to my mom Susie. I know she is already missed everyday and want you to know that you are all wonderful people and I'm sure Sandy is up there watching over all of you! Be well and most of all, be happy!

Great Times With Chris, Stephanie and Aunt Sandy

August 24, 2008

Relaxing at the Lake

August 24, 2008

Cheek 2 Cheek...LUCKY LILY!

August 24, 2008

I got to sit on Great Aunt Sandy's Lap

August 24, 2008

Enjoying Friends at the Lake

August 24, 2008

Denese & Sandy Kibitzing

August 24, 2008

The Way We Will Remember You Aunt Sandy!

August 24, 2008

Sandy Taking It All In

August 24, 2008

Sandy & Denese

August 24, 2008

Dear Great Aunt Sandy

Lillian & Travis van Lingen

August 24, 2008

Our Dear Great Aunt Sandy,
We will miss you. We are so glad to have had the chance to know you and are very lucky to have had you for a GREAT Aunt. We have pictures that will help us remember you forever. We are sad to see you go, but are happy you were in our lives.Please take care of Harley Girl & Bubbie G for our Grandpa, Great Grandma Lillian & Marty for our Grandma. We love you!
Travis & Lily van Lingen

Maureen Slaughter

August 23, 2008

Sandy , YOU will be GREATLY MISSED!!! You always brought a smile to everyone's face. You were a GREAT lady and we had a lot of laughs together. Don't worry about your family. There is enough of us and we will look out for each other. Love Ya , The Slaughter Family

Elaine Pinkus

August 23, 2008

Dear Denise and Family,

So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. She was brave and is at peace now. Cherish all the memories and always know how much she loved you and all of her family.

I will always remember her smile and how much fun she was to be with.

Bless you all

Phil and Elaine Pinkus
Las Vegas, Nv.

Louis, Susan, Victoria and Andrew Kelmanson

August 23, 2008

Dearest Family and Friends of Sandra,

You are all in our prayers during this time of loss. We will remember Sandra as a kind person who was blessed. She raised two beautiful children in Edward and Denise. She was always in the hearts of her brother Larry, and sisters Eileen and Phyllis. She found true love and companionship with Jerry.

Auntie Sandy will be missed.

Love and prayers from South Africa.

Rebecca Parker & Family

August 22, 2008

I will miss you, very much.
Thank you, no, thank you, oh no, thank you!

All 6

August 22, 2008

August 22, 2008

Thank You Kevin you gave all of us more time

August 22, 2008

I will save the "A"s for Kev.

August 22, 2008

August 22, 2008

lucky us, to have you as an aunt

August 22, 2008

your "swister" I love you mom-R

August 22, 2008

Larry with his beloved sister Sandy

August 22, 2008

Sandy...I MISS YOU!

August 22, 2008

Good Times

August 22, 2008

A Treasured Memory

Michelle Ludwick

August 22, 2008

Denese, Eddie and Family,
I share comfort in knowing that my dear Aunt Sandy is no longer suffering. I will especially miss her funny crazy sense of humor, her laugh, her smile, her compassion and the stories she loved to tell. This is a tremendous loss but I know her spirit is here and my heart will always remain warm with her love as I know yours will too. She adored little Kevin and I know she will hold his hand and protect him as he walks through life.
I love her dearly and will treasure every memory I have with her forever.
Peace, Prayers and Blessings to you all…

martha erickson

August 22, 2008

Dear Denese,Kevin,and My Little Guy, I am so sorry on the loss of Mom,she was a wonderful lady. I wish is was there,you guys are in my thoughts and prayers. Love Martha

Ramona Renguso*Virgilio

August 22, 2008

Dear Eddy,Denese,Aunty Phillis and Family, I am so very sorry for the Loss of your Mom and Sister, Sandy. Our Prayers are with you at this time. I am sure Her Laughter and Love will be Deeply missed. Love Ramona, Elaine and Dana xox

MICHELLE MELTON

August 22, 2008

I have known Sandy since I was about 8 years old and she has always called me Barbara (Streisand). We used to do puzzles together and say "yeah team" everytime we found where the piece would go. Denese and I have been best of friends with her for 34 years. We have been through good times and bad and have remained friends. I will love her and her family forever. I will miss you Sandy. XOX

Kevin & Chris Egizi and Family

August 22, 2008

Ed and Denese,
We are deeply saddened to hear about your mom, our Aunt Sandy. There are people in this world that bring joy and a spark to all those they touch, who give anything and everything they have for the ones they love....Sandy is one of those souls that represent true and deep joy and love for life. Her laugh and wonderful sense of humor will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

joseph volpentesta

August 22, 2008

you have my deepest sympathy and will be in my prayers

Sandra Closser

August 22, 2008

You will be missed my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Cheryl Balter

August 22, 2008

Dear Denise & family,

So sorry to hear about the passing of your Mother. May the memories you shared over the years help you through this difficult time.

My Deepest Sympathies,

Harry Kelmanson

August 22, 2008

Sandy, or Aunt Sandy as I know her as, "The Cool Aunt", I will charrish the memories of you. You will be missed very much. Look down on us, protect and guide us while sitting next to God, Jerry, and Gretchen (The Dog). Love Harry,Joyce, Evelyn, and Anderson.

Patricia Jaszka

August 22, 2008

Dear Ed & Bonnie:
My deepest sympathy and prayers to
Sandy who had so much commpassionfor the needy families at
the settlement -- May the light of God shine upon her always

Denese Swett

August 22, 2008

To all of our Family and Friends,
For all of us this is a great loss of a lady with a great smile, a great sense of humor, a lady who would give her shirt off her back. A lady who could make a bad day into a great day. A very non judgemental person and someone who I was personally very proud of she was my mom. She loved everyone especially her grandchildren. She was a brave woman and no matter what time of the day or where she was she was someone you could always depend upon. For my Bubbie aka Sally the Robot I will always love you and miss you. Thanks for being a loving, caring and a wonderful Bubbie.
For my mother in law who was always there for me who loved me I will greatly miss her.

Love the Swett Family

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