

He is survived by his wife Pamela of 44 years, his son Allan and daughter-in-law Katie; as well as his brother James and wife Christine, nieces, and nephews, and many, many friends.
Sandy was born and raised in Carmyle, Scotland where he worked as a lithographer before emigrating to Canada in 1967. He worked in Canada and the United States before moving to East Detroit in 1976. He met Pam at Ross Roy Advertising, and they married in 1978. They lived in Grosse Pointe for 28 years and raised their son Allan. After a brief time with Doyle, Dane, Bernbach Advertising, Sandy joined Volkswagen of America in 1986 for the balance of his career.
Through their years together, Pam and Sandy travelled extensively. He golfed, shot trap, and was active in Grosse Pointe Woods Presbyterian Church. But his favorite pastime was sailing, and his favorite hangout was Bayview Yacht Club. He was proud to be BYC Commodore in 2019 and representing Bayview was his greatest pleasure. He will be greatly missed.
A memorial visitation for Sandy will be held Thursday, April 13, 2023 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave, Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan 48236. A memorial service will occur Friday, April 14, 2023 at 12:00 PM at A.H. Peters Funeral Home.
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