Robert J. Sandy Obituary

Robert J. Sandy attended Ridley High School in Folsom, PA. View the obituary, post a memory, or share a photo about Robert J. Sandy.

Graduation Year	Class of 1981
Date of Passing	May 09, 2020
About	Wilmington - Robert J. Sandy, age 56, of Wilmington, DE passed away at home on May 9, 2020. Born in Ridley Park, PA, he was the son of Dominic J. Sandy and the late Roberta M. (Simpson) Sandy. Robert graduated with a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Temple University and went on to work various I.T. positions throughout his career. He had a love of animals and made sure that his beloved birds were taken of year round and that his "furry" children were always well loved and cherished. He enjoyed going on vacation adventures from Disney World to Key West to Cruises as well as staring out the window and relaxing on long train rides. He practiced Goju Ryu for over 30 years and held the position of Sempai (Senior Student) for many years. He was also an instructor and black belt with the Okinawan Karate Do. Bob will be sorely missed by his family and friends that he leaves behind. Robert is survived by his wife of 19 years, Karen D. Purner-Sandy of Wilmington, DE; his father Dominic Sandy of Ridley Park, PA; his sister and brother-in-law, Christine and Sean Ward of New Castle, DE; his nephew, Quentin Ward; his niece, Rachel Ward; and his aunt, Kathleen Simpson of Folsom, PA. A Celebration of Robert's Life will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Delaware Humane Society, 701 A St, Wilmington, DE 19801, or Forgotten Cats, 4023 Kennett Pike, Suite 422, Greenville, DE 19807.

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Ralph Lutz '81 said:

Bob was one of my best friends growing up. We met in Ridley South when we were in the band together. Bob played trombone and I played trumpet. We would hang out a lot after band practice. I remember going to get food at the inside out pizza place in Ridley Park and eat inside out pizza's and junk food and soda while hanging out outside the post office (which was new back in the 70's). We would talk about so many different things. Bobby's nickname was "Gork" because he was so much taller than everyone else in middle school. I think I caught up with him in when we were in Ridley High. I miss you buddy. Now you can play your slide trombone in the heavens. Rest in peace my brother.

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