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In memory of
Sandra Jean DeCiani
February 17, 1943 - April 10, 2021
Feb 17, 1943 - Apr 10, 2021
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In lieu of flowers
Please consider a gift to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
$200.00
Raised by 2 people
Obituary
Sandra (Sandi) DeCiani, née Krzyzowski, age 78, passed away peacefully, Saturday, April 10, 2021. She was born February 17, 1943 in Chicago, Illinois to Chester and Irene Krzyzowski.
As a graduate of Harrison High School in Chicago, in her youth Sandi enjoyed horseback riding and dancing, even appearing on Jim Lounsbury’s Sock Hop. She married Nickolas DeCiani in 1963 and together raised a close and loving family. Sandi became an excellent Italian cook and baker, …
As a graduate of Harrison High School in Chicago, in her youth Sandi enjoyed horseback riding and dancing, even appearing on Jim Lounsbury’s Sock Hop. She married Nickolas DeCiani in 1963 and together raised a close and loving family. Sandi became an excellent Italian cook and baker, …
Event details
Memorial events are private
A private mass for family at St. Daniel the Prophet in Wheaton will be held on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at 11am. Following the service guests will walk to Nikki’s house for a private lunch to toast and celebrate Sandra’s life.
Both the mass and luncheon are private due to the ongoing restrictions on the size of gatherings due to the pandemic. We welcome memories to be shared by all on this memorial page. Thank you for your understanding, love and support.
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St Isaac Jogues
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What was Sandra's favorite color?
Red, and she looked beautiful in it. Black and white and ivory were her classic go-t…
Red, and she looked beautiful in it. Black and white and ivory were her classic go-to’s.
Red, and she looked beautiful in it. Black and white and ivory were her classic go-to’s.
What were Sandra's favorite movies?
West Side Story was an oldie she loved.
West Side Story was an oldie she loved.
West Side Story was an oldie she loved.
What were Sandra's favorite books?
So many books — from romance to contemporary literature to historical fiction. Mom l…
So many books — from romance to contemporary literature to historical fiction. Mom loved to re…
So many books — from romance to contemporary literature to historical fiction. Mom loved to read.
What were Sandra's favorite drinks?
Coffee by day, a glass of Cabernet at night.
Coffee by day, a glass of Cabernet at night.
Coffee by day, a glass of Cabernet at night.
Timeline
Born
February 17th, 1943
Got married to Nickolas DeCiani
November 23rd, 1963
Chicago, IL, USA
Had a child, Gina DeCiani
October 5th, 1964
Chicago, IL, USA
Survived by
Nickolas DeCiani
Husband
Gina DeCiani
Daughter
Susan DeCiani Dunbar
Daughter
Nikki Bridges
Daughter
Mark Bridges
Son-in-law
Don Dunbar
Son-in-law
Nick Bridges
Grandson
Rachel Bridges
Granddaughter
Barbara Jakabowski
Sister
Susan Plosnich
Sister
Predeceased by
Chester Krzyzowski
Father
Irene Krzyzowski
Mother
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Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium
In lieu of flowers
Please consider a gift to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
$200.00
Raised by 2 people
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