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Wendy Ferris Obituary
Ferris, Wendy S. (nee Sands), 63, passed away May 21st. Daughter of the late Carl and Grace Sands of Glenview. Devoted wife of Don Ferris, loving mother of Corinne Rose, stepmother of David Ferris, dear sister of David (Watie) Sands and Stephan (Linda) Sands, cherished grandmother of Andrew and Jordan Ferris, fond aunt of Gillian Sands, Sara (Josh) Sands Mayo, Jonathan Sands, Matthew (Shannon) Westmore, and Jennifer Miner, dearest great aunt of Tessa Grace Mayo, Adyn Joseph McGinnis and Greyson Garret Westmore. Memorial visitation Saturday, 1 p.m. until time of life celebration service at 2 p.m. at N H Scott and Hanekamp Funeral Home, 1240 Waukegan Rd., Glenview, IL, 60025 (2 blocks South of Lake Ave.). Memorial contributions to your charity of choice would be appreciated. Wendy was a teacher at Wescott Elementary School in Northbrook for almost 30 years, and she taught 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades during her career. Her colleagues regarded her as a Golden Apple caliber teacher. Passionate, loving, and devoted, she sparked the desire for learning in each of her students. She liked to play classical music in her classroom to help students study. Past students would come up to her years after they had graduated just to say "hi" or to introduce her to their families, and to thank her for the wonderful learning experience they had in her classroom and she usually remembered their names, all those years later. Known for her fabulous gardens, her love of music, and entertaining family and friends, everyone was welcomed into her home. No one was to be excluded. She played the piano, flute and would sing. Wendy also would light up a room when she entered. She could walk into a room of 100 strangers and come out with 100 new friends. A world traveler, she lived in Germany before her daughter was born and traveled extensively throughout Europe, especially England, France and Germany. She loved to travel with her husband, especially to New England in the fall. They would stay at small Inns and enjoyed the fall foliage. Wendy developed a love for golf later in life. With Don as her teacher, wherever they traveled, there had to be a golf course in mind, and he loved it when she won the hole. A loving friend, and always with an eye for "presentation", Wendy would do things like bake soda bread on St. Patrick's Day and deliver it to all, with a tiny Irish flag in each piece, paticulary to friends who were ill or had fallen on hard times. A devoted student of Christian Science, Wendy was a tireless worker for her church. Wendy was very proud of her husband and daughter. A devoted and loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother aunt, great aunt, friend and teacher, Wendy will be missed by all those who knew her. For funeral info., 847-998-1020. 
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Memories and Condolences
for Wendy Ferris
July 11, 2007
Don and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Wendys passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Carol Swenson Rose (Daughter of Beatrice Swenson)
Maureen Swake
June 28, 2007
Dear Don,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your wife, Wendy. My thoughts are with you and your daughter at this time.
Jan English Leary
June 6, 2007
My husband and I saw Wendy on several occasions at Belmont Village, where her lovely mother, Grace, was a friend of my father, Bill English. Grace and Wendy were wonderful to my father and we have many fond memories of them. We are so sorry for your loss. Jan (English) and John Leary
June 5, 2007
Dear Don,
At our brief meeting in Princeton, Illinois (when you helped with services there), we felt the warmth and compassion that Wendy must have exhibited to many people during her lifetime. She was indeed a lovely lady. We send you our heartfelt sympathy.
Peg and Buzz Horton
Mark Niederkorn
May 30, 2007
Dear Don,
I was very sorry to hear about Wendy. You have my most heartfelt condolences.
Brian Atlas
May 27, 2007
Mrs. Ferris meant a lot to me. One memory that always sticks with me goes back to when I was a fifth grader in her class at Wescott. She would read novels out loud and would have tears in her eyes if there were sad moments, or chuckle if there were hilarious scenes. I vividly recall how she never expected anything except the best out of her students. She prepared me for what was to come as good as any teacher could. Her dedication and care did not go unnoticed. My sincere condolences go out to Mrs. Ferris' friends and loved ones.
Clark Weber
May 26, 2007
Dear Don & Family;
Joan and I were so sorry to hear of Wendy's passing. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Jeff Pritchard
May 26, 2007
Dear Don and Family,
What a wonderful tribute - we can all only hope to touch so many lives in such a meaningful way. We are so sorry for your loss.
Jeff and Kathleen Pritchard
Newtown, CT
(Cousin Elaine's son and daughter in law)
Joanie & Herb White
May 25, 2007
Dear Don and Family
A wonderful tribute to a wonderful gal! She will be missed!
With Love,
Joanie & Herb White & Foster Babies
May 25, 2007
Don & Corinne,
We are so sorry to hear of Wendy's passing. What a joyful Spirit she was and we are thankful for the many wonderful memories she gave us....her vibrant smile...her great sense of humor, and a unique ability to make you feel like you were the most important person in the room...we will miss her light & life.
May the Lord give you strength..!
Love,
Chuck & Andrea McLennan
esther dickstein
May 24, 2007
Don and Corrine,
Whenever I think of my dear friend and colleague I think of the long talks we used to have about our wonderful daughters and how proud she always was of you, Corrine. I also remember the lovely parties that we used to have at the holidays and the warm hospitality we shared. "a woman of valor, she shall be praised."
Love, Jack and Esther
Gerry and Richard Love
May 24, 2007
Dear Don and Corinne,
We send our prayers and Love to you
at this sad time, and will continue
trusting God's tender mercy and gentle
guidance will fill each new day with
renewal and healing. Wendy was and will continue to be ALL that she
gave to each of us who were blessed
by her tender care and love. She
shall be missed by her many, many
dear friends, including us. Our hearts are full of gratitude for her
generous outpouring of Love. The world is a better place!
Our Love to you and Wendy forever.
sharaon wottrich
May 24, 2007
Dear Don,
All of our thoughts and prayers
are with you.
Love from
Everyone at Innovative Artists Chicago
Beth Preis
May 24, 2007
Wendy was that special teacher that no one forgets. My deepest condolences to her family.
Fern Bentkover
May 24, 2007
Wendy touched hundreds of lives & will never be forgotten by those of us who had the great privilege to know her.
Shannon Morris
May 24, 2007
Corinne and Mr. Ferris,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I will always remember Mrs. Ferris's vitality and zest for life.
Sue Young
May 24, 2007
Don and Corinne- I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Wendy will be missed by all of us.
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