OBITUARY
Sandra M. Kavanagh
June 27, 1964 – June 19, 2013
Crystal Lake—Sandra M. Kavanagh, 48, of Crystal Lake passed away June 19, 2013 at Journey Care in Woodstock. She was born June 27, 1964 in South Bend, Indiana to James and Antoinette (Paulbecki) Block. On May 10, 1986 she married her high school sweetheart, John Kavanagh in Roselle. Sandi was a devoted wife and mother. Her faith and family always came first; she was a hockey and cheerleading mom. She was an amazing cook who was well known for her pierogi. She was very creative, enjoyed decorating, and was an HGTV fan. She always had a Honey-Do list ready for her husband. She was also a very welcoming hostess; she loved having parties and took pride in every detail. The family would also like to extend a special thank you to the Nursing Team at the Journeycare Woodstock Hospice Center for the special care and compassion shown to Sandi. She is survived by her husband, John; her children, David, Justin, and Ashley; her parents, James and Antoinette; her sister, Patricia (Robert) Zieman; her brother, John David Block; her mother-in-law, Catherine Kavanagh; her grandfather-in-law, Joseph Kryklywec; her sister-in-law, Natalie (Brian) Bozich; and many nieces, nephews, extended family members and close friends. She was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Thomas Kavanagh; her grandmother, Marian Paulbecki; and her grandparents, Eugene and Cecelia Block, and joins them now with her best friend, Jesus. Visitation will be from 2 to 8pm on Sunday, June 23 at Querhammer & Flagg Funeral Home, 500 W. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake. Visitation will continue from 9:30am to 10:30am on Monday, June 24 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 410 N. First St., Cary. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30am. Entombment will be in Holy Apostles Cemetery, McHenry. For information call the funeral home at 815-459-1760. Online condolences may be made at www.querhammerandflagg.com.
Services
- Visitation Sunday, June 23, 2013
- Continued Visitation Monday, June 24, 2013
- Funeral Mass Monday, June 24, 2013
REMEMBERING
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RECEIVE UPDATESEmily Plunkett
June 24, 2013
Our deepest condolences to your family. We were so blessed to have Sandi watch our children, Charlie and Jack. She was the most caring, compassionate and loving person who loved our kids like her own. She was so bubbly and easy to talk to; she even had a smile on her face at 6:15 in the morning! We absolutely love her and will never forget the positive influence on our lives. Emily, Dave, Charlie and Jack Plunkett
Paul & Tina Piemonte
June 24, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kara Beauprez McAuliffe
June 24, 2013
May the many happy memories of Sandi bring you peace. Prayers to you John and your family.
Tiffany Elswick
June 23, 2013
Our deepest sympathies go to all of you. She was a great friend and Ravyn and Siena's second mom for the longest time, she took such good care of them and we loved her for that and are so fortunate that you guys became a part of our lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Chad, Tiffany, Ravyn and Siena.
Kurt Hanrahan
June 23, 2013
John and Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. My memories of the two of you will always be that of passion and endurance. Hope that helps you get through this tough time.
Our prayers are with you,
Kurt Hanrahan and Family
June 23, 2013
"Jim and Toni, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire Block family at this difficult time. May the Lord comfort your family with his spiritual warmth in your time of need. Sandy will be missed by us.. " Jeff, Terri, Nicole Wrensch
June 23, 2013
John, David, Justin & Ashley,
Our deepest condolences are with you all during this difficult time. We will continue to keep you in our prayers. Sandi will be missed by many.
Love, The Watkins Family
June 23, 2013
To Kavanagh family our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sandi will truly be missed.
Pat and Dar Bozich
Jim Jaworowicz
June 23, 2013
Jim & Sandi - our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May you you and your entire family experience the comfort of God's healing hand to help you this trying time.
Jim & Linda Jaworowicz & Family (Wauwatosa, WI).
James Jaworowicz
June 23, 2013
Jim & Sandi - our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May you you and your entire family experience the comfort of God's healing hand to help you this trying time.
Jim & Linda Jaworowicz & Family (Wauwatosa, WI).
Susan Kennedy
June 23, 2013
To Jim and Toni
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
sarah stubler
June 23, 2013
Kavanagh family, my deepest condolences for your loss. She was a great mother to you all, and now may she rest in peace. I am sorry I will not be able to attend the funeral, but my thoughts and prayers are with you all. stay strong- its never goodbye, its see you later.
-sarah stubler and family
Nancy Smith-Gambaiani
June 22, 2013
John and Family, so very sorry for your loss. May God Bless you and wrap His loving arms around you during this difficult time. Nancy Smith-Gambaiani LP Class of '82
June 22, 2013
John and Family, so very sorry for your loss. May God Bless you and wrap His loving arms around you during this difficult time. Nancy Smith-Gambaiani LP Class of '82
Eddie & Nanci (Felton) Zappia
June 22, 2013
So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Kitty Hartwig
June 22, 2013
To the family of Sandy, My deepest condolences. I've known Sandy's Mom And Dad for many years. I saw Sandy grow up into a beautiful wonderful girl. She will be missed. But she is in a better place with god. Love you all.
June 22, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you John and family due to this terrible loss of Sandy. She faught for so long. She is with God now.
Vickie Wierer
Gina Larson
June 22, 2013
I know Sandi from high school and remember her and John always being together. They seemed like the perfect fit, and it's obvious by looking at their pics that they were! So blessed with love of family and friends! My heart breaks for this beautiful family from her passing. My prayers will be with you as you mourn this great loss.
June 22, 2013
John, David, Justin & Ashley, I am so sorry for your loss. Sandi was a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. My God Bless you through these difficult times. Love, Theresa Brodnan
Eric and Caren (Flowers) Hoehn
June 21, 2013
To my former LPHS classmates John, Patty, John: your wife/sister was simply beautiful. A little sweet model-like doll I remember from homeroom in a perfectly fitting pretty pink sweater and blue jeans, with her husband-to-be always there as they walked from class to class together. To my former boss, Jim: it was no accident when we surprisingly discovered I was working for my classmates' dad. I loved seeing the pictures of Sandi, Patty and John and grandkids on your desk and hearing about their lives. And meeting Toni was very endearing. She is precious. Know we continue to hold you all and all those Sandi touched up in prayer. I'm sure this is by far the hardest trial you've faced but you will all shine, even if you feel the rain for awhile. In the midst of your sorrow there will be joy. You are clearly loved so very much by so many.
June 21, 2013
I only knew Sandi through high school - she was such a nice person with a sweet way about her. May you all find comfort in the hours ahead of you.
With Sympathy,
Laura (Bochte) Jamrozik
Chris Lanza
June 21, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with all who were fortunate to be part of Sandi's life. May God bless her and take care of her now and always.
Karen Vepley
June 21, 2013
We are all so sorry for your loss and we are praying for your entire family during this difficult time. God bless all of you. Love Frank, Karen, Carter and Olivia Vepley
June 21, 2013
God bless you and your family. So sad. She will be in good hands with God. We will be praying for your family.
Love, Paul ,Naomi, Kaitlin and Danielle Chamberlain and family
Bob Gutierrez (CHX)
June 21, 2013
John and Family,
I am sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during these difficult times.
Paulina Levy
June 21, 2013
David, Justin, and Ashley,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was a wonderful, warm person. I had great conversations with her about all of you at Prairie Grove School. My prayers are with you all.
Aunt Rita&Uncle Leo Papineau
June 21, 2013
Dear John,and family,My heart goes out to all of you.Thank You for shareing Sandi with us.She was a beautiful person and she will be missed.Love to all the family.
Dawn Romano
June 21, 2013
Patty and Family,
Thinking of you during this very difficult time.
Linda Mc Nutt (Janczewski)
June 20, 2013
May Sandi RIP as her journey is now over and she has reached her final home! God Bless the entire family!!
June 20, 2013
John and family,
My deepest sympathy to the Kavanagh family in your time of sorrow.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jim Madro
June 20, 2013
John and Family,
Our sincere condolences in a much needed comforting time. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you.
God Bless,
Kevin Tyson (CHX)
kenneth fruncek
June 20, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bill Henders
June 20, 2013
Sandy was a sweet person and she will be missed..I am so sorry John and Patty for your loss..Bill Henders
Pam Kaepplein
June 20, 2013
John, May God's strength continue to lift your family high! My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids during this time and always. Sandy was an incredible person with a warm compassionate soul and a contagious smile. She will be missed!
Robert Young
June 20, 2013
So Sorry to hear of your loss John. Tell Patty and John i said hi! Sorry for there loss also.
June 20, 2013
John and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love you all,
Bob & Sue Curran
Tamara Pierson
June 20, 2013
Thank you for sharing Sandi's journey with us. Your family's faith has touched our lives and we are not the same. My heart is heavy for you all yet I know she is with our Lord and Savior- free of sickness and pain. She will forever live through you all. I pray you feel the embrace we are all sending your way. She is where we know we will see her again.
Lance Mercado
June 20, 2013
Jim, Toni and family
I wish to extend to all of you my deepest sympathies and prayers for your family. I know this is a difficult time with a loss of such a loved member of your family. It is that loss you must grieve but I pray that you also find joy in Sandi's release from her struggle. I now turn my prayers to all of you and pray that you find the courage to over come and to be there for one another in this difficult time. May God grant all of you his mercy and guidance
with deepest sorrow and warmest regards
Lance Mercado
Greg & Linda Papineau
June 20, 2013
John and Family, Our deepest condolences to you. May God give you strength through this very tough period. May Sandi's spirit be with you always.
Kim Sliwa warnshuis
June 20, 2013
Prayers...
Bob Piemonte
June 20, 2013
John my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
Terry Gorman
June 20, 2013
Terry Gorman
richard beckman
June 20, 2013
Sandi I can look up high in the sky and see you dancing and flying with the angels. God bless you!!!!
Grace Papineau & Nabil El Badri
June 20, 2013
Wishing you peace and comfort through this most difficult time. My heart is with you all.
Bruce & Toni Bonfield
June 20, 2013
John and Family,
There are no words that can express our sorrow. Know that you are loved by many.
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