Sandra Joy McCann
May 21, 2022
Peacefully, with family around her, on Saturday, May 21, 2022, at the age of 86. Beloved wife of Glenn, celebrating 64 years of marriage. Wonderful, loving, and proud mother of Connie (Tom) McFarlan and Tom (Sheila) McCann. Treasured grandmother of Danica (Ben) Wheeler, Mathew McFarlan, Jayme McCann, the late Zachary McCann, Jessica McCann; and glowing great-grandmother of Sydney Wheeler. Daughter of the late Dr. Charles and Irene Goodwin of Picton, Ontario, and sister of the late Diane (Howard) Hart of Windsor, Ontario.
Blessed with a beautiful family and a happy childhood growing up in Picton, Sandra gained a love of entertaining from her mother and also loved accompanying her father on his veterinarian visits. Sandra was witty, had a good sense of humour, was a positive thinker and believed that if you can’t change something, then it’s not worth worrying about.
She was also constantly encouraging and complimenting her family, reminding them how wonderful they are. She enjoyed bridge, sewing, knitting, curling, tennis, and instructing aquafit. Sandra was involved with Meals On Wheels and Newcomers organizations. Sandra was a big believer in continuing education! Known for her fashion sense and use of fun colours creating an admired personal style. Sandra was a friendly, fun-loving, people-person who loved cooking and entertaining.
Over the years, she and Glenn hosted many elegant get-togethers, dinners and parties for family and friends at their home and cottage resulting in many cherished memories of birthdays, anniversaries and New Year’s Eves for those who attended. She was the creator of many family traditions filled with fun events and recipes, which are loved and still carried on by her children and grandchildren.
Sandra will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place. A private Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please read a book of choice, or give a compliment or word of encouragement to someone in her memory.
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Dear Glenn & Family, please accept my deepest condolences on such sad news. Sandy was always so vibrant & fun loving & our time together in Pensacola was filled with laughter…she will be missed.♥️
Glenn and Family, So sorry to hear of Sandy’s passing. She was a joy to know and we enjoyed spending time with both her and you Glenn over the years. Many fond memories of church and gatherings at friends and Met and Byron United with you two ❤️ You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Cathy and Darryl.
I am so sorry to hear of Sandy's passing. I knew Glenn and Sandy through Metropolitan United Church. They were part of our mission trip to Pensacola, Florida with Reverend Ed after Hurricane Katrina. She was a lovely lady with a great sense of style and a good sense of humor. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
To Glen and family. We were so sorry to hear about Sandy's passing. What great memories we have of you both. All the fun Friday nights at Greenhills. The parties and get togethers at your home and cottage. She was such a special lady and her memory will stay with us always. Glen may you get strength from your family and from all the friends who are with you in thought and prayer. love Nellie and John V.
Glenn and family...my thoughts are with you at this sad time and my condolences to all of you. Sandy was a wonderful person and I have great memories of visits with her at the cottage and at CIL social gatherings. Find comfort in the memories that will always be with you.
My condolences to Glenn and Family. I have fond memories of our social activities years ago, with CIL Ingersoll. She was a lovely lady.
I was saddened by Sandy's passing. She was part of the Greenhills tennis group of ladies who played on Wednesday mornings. I enjoyed her friendly, easy-going manner. Off the court, she had a such a fashion sense! My sincere condolences.
My condolences to Glenn and family. I have such wonderful memories of Sandy and all the fun we had together playing tennis and enjoying pot luck meals at the cottage and at her lovely home. I have always treasured a Christmas mug that she gave me and it will now be even more special. I wish all of you God’s blessings at this difficulty time.
What a lovely obituary of a lovely woman. So happy I was able to see her during my visit in Dec. Sending love to all of you during this difficult time.
Our deepest condolences to Glenn and family. Sandi was one of a kind. We have known Sandi for over 30 years through tennis at GH, we socialized often, new years eves, summer BBQs, dinner at restaurants, at McCann's cottage, etc. Sandy was always gracious, fun, generous and always wore a comforting smile. May god rest her soul and her beautiful memories give comfort to Glenn, family and friends.
Glenn and family, we are all so sorry to hear of Sandy’s passing. We pray she was comforted by all of her loved ones being by her side and that her transition was peaceful. May the lifetime of beautiful memories that you all made with her carry you through these dark and trying days ahead. You will all be in our hearts. Love and Peace, Daryl and Dan Coggins, Lauren and Keith Rosenau, Trent and Barb Murchland, Beverly Murchland. Your cousins across the River.
~ Daryl and Dan Coggins