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“Peters family
So sorry for your loss, Sandy was a good neighbor trustworthy, an a very da*& good friend. Nothing would or could get by her, she was...Read More »
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1 of 14 | Posted by: Candy torres - Melrose, MA
“Scott & Vicki,
Robyn and I are very sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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2 of 14 | Posted by: Paul Scott - Billerica, MA
“Sandy,
You were my sister, my mother, and always, my friend. I will miss all of you with all of my heart. You were the one I could talk to, laugh...Read More »
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3 of 14 | Posted by: Paula Fitzemeyer - Melrose, MA
“Dad and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you everyday through this difficult time. Wishing we could be by your side, our deepest...Read More »
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4 of 14 | Posted by: Bob Peters and family - Anchorage, AK
“mom you are my best friend! I took care of you as you did.me, I'm so lost you were so tired it was time, rest now I will miss you, I have my...Read More »
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5 of 14 | Posted by: nikki - malden, MA - daughter
“Sandy,
We met across your kitchen table when you first became my AVON customer and we grew to be very close friends. You will be sorely missed not...Read More »
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6 of 14 | Posted by: Ingrid Long - Melrose, MA
“Bob...June and I were very sorry to hear of Sandy's passing. Sandy was such a good person to know. We will keep her in our prayers.
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7 of 14 | Posted by: John Melaragni - Winchester, MA
“Bob, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I don't think I have to tell you how special I thought Sandy was. You were perfect for...Read More »
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8 of 14 | Posted by: Kathy Kelly - Malden, MA - friend
“We are truly saddened by the passing of Sandy. She was a one of a kind lady who always brought us laughs. and could put ya in your place just as...Read More »
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9 of 14 | Posted by: ANNE & RICK WILSON - MELROSE, MA
“I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with Sandys family.
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10 of 14 | Posted by: Donna Curley - Melrose, MA
“Paula,
I am sorry for the passing of your sister.. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.. take care and...Read More »
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11 of 14 | Posted by: Kathy Graham - Melrose , MA
“Sandy, you will be missed by many!!!
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12 of 14 | Posted by: Cathy Mattera
“Oh Nan,
I have no words. I love you and the world is not ever going to be the same without.you. Please hug Kristopher for me, and you two raise...Read More »
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13 of 14 | Posted by: Kristyn Lee - manchester , NH
“Mom what to say soooo many memories. You were always the strength and now we have to try and find our own. I hope you are with everyone and I'm sure...Read More »
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14 of 14 | Posted by: Robyn - Melrose, MA - Daughter
Mrs. Sandra L. "Sandy" (Johnston) Peters, a resident of Melrose, passed away suddenly, on Tuesday morning, November 1, 2011 at Melrose-Wakefield Hospital, at the age of 70.
Sandra Johnston was born in Somerville on July 15, 1941, one of four children of the late Walter L. and Evelyn S. (Rice) Johnston. She was raised and educated in Medford where she graduated from Medford High School with the Class of 1959.
A devoted wife to a military veteran, Sandy was the past president of the Ladies Auxiliary at Lt. Norman Prince VFW Post #1506 and past president of the Ladies Auxiliary at S/Sgt. George J. Hall VFW Post #639 where she was also the bartender for 17 years. She loved crocheting blankets for all the new additions to the family, including her son Scott's pet dog, Harry.
She was the beloved wife of Robert J. Peters with whom she shared 40 years of marriage. Devoted mother of Robert J. Peters, Jr. and his wife Kim of Anchorage, AK, Duane P. Grandi and his wife Cheryl of Nashua, NH, Scott A. Grandi and his wife Vickie of Billerica, Mark E. Grandi and his wife Kelly of Everett, Robyn L. Wilson and her husband Kris of Melrose, Nicole L. Waters and her husband Kevin of Malden, and the late Robyn Grandi.
Dear sister of Clifford S. Johnston of Locust Grove, VA, Paula Fitzemeyer of Melrose, and Marilyn J. Johnston of Locust Grove, VA. Cherished grandmother of Scott, Steven, Joseph, Brittanie, Chance, Jennifer, Kristyn, Matthew, the late Kristopher, Bailey, Nicholas, Bianna, Steven, Matthew, Jakob, Chandler, Brooklynn, Savannah, Avery, Declan. Loving great-grandmother of Tyler. She is also survived by beloved friend, Mike J. Flynn of Melrose, and Harry, the favorite family dog.
Relatives and friends will honor and remember Sandy's life by gathering for visiting hours at the Robinson Funeral Home, 809 Main St., Melrose on Thursday, November 3 from 4-8 PM and on Friday morning at the Church of the Nazarene, Short St., Melrose, where her Funeral Service will be celebrated at 10:00 AM.
