We created a GatheringUs memorial to celebrate the life of Sandra D'souza Fernandes (Sandra D'souza). Collecting your stories and memories here will offer the family great comfort. Thank you for contributing to this lasting memorial.
OBITUARY
Sandra D'souza Fernandes
September 12, 1966 - August 20, 2020
Mother, Wife, Sister, Neice, Teacher, Friend
A friend to all, teacher and mentor to many, and a shining example of courage and kindness.
"If tears were a pathway, and memory was a lane; We'd climb the way to Heaven, and bring you back again."
Dear Christine, Mary, Terrance and Ashley
My sincere condolences to you all for your loss. Watching the beautiful slides you all put together took me back to our school days when I sat on the sidelines of the track watching Sandra in awe as she flew by... moreDear Christine, Mary, Terrance and Ashley
My sincere condolences to you all for your loss. Watching the beautiful slides you all put together took me back to our school days when I sat on the sidelines of the track watching Sandra in awe as she flew by me with lightning speed. Her determination to better her time on the 100 and 400 meters. She was a courageous and determined soul and she fought this battle well too. I reconnected with her during our reunion and remember the sparkle in her eyes as she talked about her daughters. She was so proud of you both and although she is not here in body, I am sure she will always be watching over you. So be strong and brave and always make her proud. RIP dear Sandra. less
Sending hugs and love to both of you. Christine and Mary. My chat with your mom always ended with ♥️ and hugs.. its never easy to loose a mom but she will always be with you. She is so proud of you girls.Our hearts are with you and the family.... moreSending hugs and love to both of you. Christine and Mary. My chat with your mom always ended with ♥️ and hugs.. its never easy to loose a mom but she will always be with you. She is so proud of you girls.Our hearts are with you and the family. mtThinking of you both always. Remember mom is always watching over you. Once again ♥️ and (((hugs))) less
Sending you both warm hugs . You both are filled with Moms love , she will always be with you each time you practice what she taught you . Her love , strength & support are your inheritance which will remain with you forever in your treasure chest of... moreSending you both warm hugs . You both are filled with Moms love , she will always be with you each time you practice what she taught you . Her love , strength & support are your inheritance which will remain with you forever in your treasure chest of beautiful imperishable memories 💝 less
Sincere condolences and may god give Sandra’s loved ones strength to bear this loss. I will always remember her kindness and amazing athlete from our CJM days. She did touch many 💕 hearts 🙏May she Rest In Peace dear 🙏
Dear Sandra,
You will be deeply missed for your sincerity, integrity and charming smile. You were a beautiful person and will stay in my heart forever. My love and best wishes to your family and your gorgeous girls. Rest in peace my brave friend.
Manita Singh
Sandra your face is fresh in my memory. A student comes to meet her teacher after years brought such joy. You so proudly showed the photos of your daughters. The chocolates you brought me still has the sweetness.
God give you Eternal Peace.
Love you
Dear Mary, Christine Ashley terence and family - Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of dear Snzzzz as we all at Cjm fondly called her!❤️❤️
She was a friend to all, a mentor to so many, and a warrior who fought with courage and... moreDear Mary, Christine Ashley terence and family - Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of dear Snzzzz as we all at Cjm fondly called her!❤️❤️
She was a friend to all, a mentor to so many, and a warrior who fought with courage and resilience and stood up against all challenges. I met her Briefly on zoom In the month of June and Previously at a small get together at a common friends home during her last visit to Vadodara!
I remember her as a fine sports captain during school days... sprightly fit n light on her feet....always a smiling face and found her innately cheerful polite and full of positive thoughts and blessings for those around her.Her Facebook posts of travels n holidays with family were so wonderful!!brought smiles in our faces!!. I share your grief and my thoughts are with u all in fond memory of the times spent with her! RIP dear friend 🙏🙏we will always remember you with love ❤️ ❤️ less
Rita Banik
My heartfelt condolence to Mary , Christine and the family for the great loss. Sandra always was very nice to talk to. She was the one who got me connected with my cjmers. Always shared about her children's acheivements. God will take care if her
A very considerate and a brave soul,,Sandra,,my sports mate..so noble as we all saw during your planning for our reunion at Goa. It was all possible bcoz of u dear friend. Mary, Christine,Ashley,Terrance and all family and friends be brave ..just like... moreA very considerate and a brave soul,,Sandra,,my sports mate..so noble as we all saw during your planning for our reunion at Goa. It was all possible bcoz of u dear friend. Mary, Christine,Ashley,Terrance and all family and friends be brave ..just like her . Celebrate her life . less
Still can't believe you are gone. A beautiful life gone too soon. But guess God needed his angel back. Sandra, my friend, I will miss you and our talks so so much. You and I connected after I moved to Melbourne. You gave me so much moral support... moreStill can't believe you are gone. A beautiful life gone too soon. But guess God needed his angel back. Sandra, my friend, I will miss you and our talks so so much. You and I connected after I moved to Melbourne. You gave me so much moral support when I needed it most. Always there with a word of encouragement, saying you will pray for me. Your prayers worked for me, always. On 16th, my New Year, when I saw no message from you, I knew something was not right. I should have listened to my instinct and called you. But now it's too late. You are gone my friend and I will never be able to call you.
Ashley, Terence, Mary and Christine, I don't even know what to say to you. You will all be in my prayers. May God give you all strength to bear this humongous loss. . RIP my friend, until we meet again. less
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of dear Sandra. She was my classmate in CJM and I reconnected with her recently. Her strength and will power were amazing. She was a very strong and beautiful person. Mary and Christine you were... morePlease accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of dear Sandra. She was my classmate in CJM and I reconnected with her recently. Her strength and will power were amazing. She was a very strong and beautiful person. Mary and Christine you were present in each and every word she spoke. She will forever be remembered. May lord give you all the strength to bear this loss. Rest In Peace dear Sandra less
Sandra and positivity go hand in hand. Beautiful soul, kind and loving. We were neighbors in vadodara and classmates and often would ride bicycle together to school. She surely was faster and better rider than me. She will continue to live with us for... moreSandra and positivity go hand in hand. Beautiful soul, kind and loving. We were neighbors in vadodara and classmates and often would ride bicycle together to school. She surely was faster and better rider than me. She will continue to live with us for years to come. God bless the family less
Dear Terrence, Mary, Christine & Ashley, Sandra and I grew up in the same neighborhood, went to the same school and reconnected after years and gathered our schoolmates for a reunion. She has exhibited immense strength, courage, determination &... moreDear Terrence, Mary, Christine & Ashley, Sandra and I grew up in the same neighborhood, went to the same school and reconnected after years and gathered our schoolmates for a reunion. She has exhibited immense strength, courage, determination & resilience thought out her life and more evidently during her battle. She has fought a good fight & finished the race. She is absent in the body, bur please be assured that she is present with the Lord. Please know that we pray that you find peace and strength in our Lord and pray for your healing over time. Remembering her fondly with love, Sandy less
My ever smiling friend , who always made it a point to visit us when in baroda , and a super friend , who planned the cjm reunion and had a amazing time with all of us in goa , you will be badly missed always snz , pl accept our heartfelt condolences... moreMy ever smiling friend , who always made it a point to visit us when in baroda , and a super friend , who planned the cjm reunion and had a amazing time with all of us in goa , you will be badly missed always snz , pl accept our heartfelt condolences Mary Christine Ashley and Terrance and god give you’ll strength to bear this loss, Rest in peace my dear friend Sandra , you and your loving nature will always be missed less
Remembering the ever positive energetic and cheerful Sandra whose fighting spirit only grew stronger when faced with difficult times. Remembering the super athlete , my dear school buddy Sandra , you will always be missed. Hugs and prayers to the... moreRemembering the ever positive energetic and cheerful Sandra whose fighting spirit only grew stronger when faced with difficult times. Remembering the super athlete , my dear school buddy Sandra , you will always be missed. Hugs and prayers to the family to remain strong and face this huge loss less
My heartfelt condolences dear Mary, Christine, Terrence and Ashley. Sandra's zest for life, sports and adventure, her brave spirit, infectious laughter and love for family, friends and students will forever remain in our hearts. She was truly a blessing... moreMy heartfelt condolences dear Mary, Christine, Terrence and Ashley. Sandra's zest for life, sports and adventure, her brave spirit, infectious laughter and love for family, friends and students will forever remain in our hearts. She was truly a blessing in my life and I will miss her. Praying God gives you the strength and comfort during this most difficult time. less
Dear Mary, Christine, Terrance and family,
My heart is heavy knowing our dear friend Sandra is with her Lord. She was the best Mom, Sister and Wife to the ones she loved. She was a dear friend who I share many memories with from CJM and from our trip to... moreDear Mary, Christine, Terrance and family,
My heart is heavy knowing our dear friend Sandra is with her Lord. She was the best Mom, Sister and Wife to the ones she loved. She was a dear friend who I share many memories with from CJM and from our trip to Goa.
A driven, compassionate and strong athlete. She fought hard to live. She cared deeply about you girls and always proudly talked about you. She loved you immensely and lived her life for you. She was a fighter. She knew you will live her legacy and will be strong willed. She will always guide you and watch over you.
Please know I will always be thinking of you and praying for strength to endure such a huge loss. Your Mom will forever live in our hearts and know we are just a phone call away. God Bless
Deepti Patel less
My deepest heartfelt condolences to Mary Christine Terence And Family. We were Childhood friend and our friendship blossomed during Goa and thereafter so many precious memories i have of Sandra.my dear rest in peace u vl b forever in my memories love u forever
We have lost a friend but Sandra will always remain in our hearts.We cjmers will miss the sweet and kind Sandra.Our condolences to o the family and i pray to God to give strength to the family to bear her loss.Rest in peace dear Sandra.
My deepest condolences to Christine, Mary, Terence & family......... I came to know you towards the end of your journey through video/audio calls & messages... Your unwavering faith in... moreMy deepest condolences to Christine, Mary, Terence & family......... I came to know you towards the end of your journey through video/audio calls & messages... Your unwavering faith in God,unfaltering courage were inspirational.... Your positive attitude & being joyful for others were admirable qualities... Today I received the sad news that you have crossed the rainbow bridge...... Sandra, my friend You are in a better place now...... less
Dear Mary, Christine and family - Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of our dear Sandra. She was a part of my childhood at CJM school in Baroda and will forever hold a special place in my heart. She was a friend to all, a mentor to so... moreDear Mary, Christine and family - Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of our dear Sandra. She was a part of my childhood at CJM school in Baroda and will forever hold a special place in my heart. She was a friend to all, a mentor to so many, and a warrior who fought with courage and resilience and stood up against all challenges. I had a chance to see her on zoom and speak briefly with her sometime back and will always remember her smiling and kind self full of positive thoughts and blessings for all . I share your grief and my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time . I will always cherish our childhood memories and remember her with fondness . May she Rest In Peace 🙏 Meeta less
Dear Mary & Christine,
My heartfelt condolences to you on the passing of your mom and my friend Sandra (fondly known as SNZ in our CJM group). I will always remember your mom and cherish our memories from our Goa reunion trip and from our childhood... moreDear Mary & Christine,
My heartfelt condolences to you on the passing of your mom and my friend Sandra (fondly known as SNZ in our CJM group). I will always remember your mom and cherish our memories from our Goa reunion trip and from our childhood school days and especially of those while competing against such a strong athlete. Sandra held onto that strength and fought hard and fought bravely. She always talked about you girls as “My Mary”, “My Christine” as you guys brought her immense joy and pride. May you cherish all the beautiful memories of your mom. May our dear friend Rest In Peace. Sandra will be terribly missed by everyone who knew her.
Life is the greatest gift that God has given us. Death is only a bridge towards eternal life with God. less
Dear Mary, Christine, Ashley and Terence - Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of our dear Sandra. She was a part of my childhood and will forever hold a special place in my heart. She was a friend to all, a mentor to so many, and... moreDear Mary, Christine, Ashley and Terence - Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of our dear Sandra. She was a part of my childhood and will forever hold a special place in my heart. She was a friend to all, a mentor to so many, and became a shining example of courage and resilience for me in how she stood up to her challenges. Mary and Christine, you were the light of her life, her joy and pride, and the purpose of her existence. She glowed when she talked about you. She lives on in you and will forever guide you from the heavens that she now calls home. Sandra leaves a legacy of a life well lived in the service of God. If there's anything at all that I can do to help you all, please do not hesitate to reach out. Sharing your grief and sorrow today. Feeling blessed and proud to have called Sandra my friend. May she rest in eternal peace. less
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