Sandra Adel Weiss

Sandra was born in Jacksonville, Florida and was raised in both Jacksonville and Savannah, Georgia. She attended both the University of Florida and the University of North Florida where she received her degree in Teaching. Sandra had a passion working with children with a special emphasis on speech therapy. She worked as a speech therapist for over 30 years in Jacksonville, Florida. She lived a full and vibrant life with more friends than you could count. She enjoyed volunteering at River Garden Retirement Community for many years working with ceramics and playing bridge. Sandra was an avid Florida Gator and Jacksonville Jaguars fan, never missing the opportunity to watch a game. Sandra’s family meant more to her than words can describe.

In 1961, Sandra married Bernie Deutsch and had two children, Mark and Beth. After Bernie’s passing at such a young age, Sandra remarried to Martin Weiss in 1975. She is predeceased in death by Bernie Deutsch, Martin Weiss, Abba Safer, and Eunice Safer. She is survived by her son Mark (Debbie) Deutsch of Atlanta, daughter Beth Sparks of Atlanta, her sisters Ellie Safer and Maxine Goldberg of Jacksonville, grandchildren, Josh and Megan Sparks and Mitchell and Jason Deutsch as well as countless cousins, nieces and nephews.

A graveside service was held on Thursday, June 3 at Evergreen Cemetery with Rabbi Lubliner of the Jacksonville Jewish Center officiating. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Parkinson’s Foundation.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of, 11801 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32223. www.hgmandarin.com (904) 288-0025.