Sandra Marie Capezio

On June 12, 2018 Sandra Marie Capezio was unexpectedly called home to the Lord. She was the beloved wife of Thomas Capezio, loving daughter of Palmer Kane and Byrdie Geckle, dear sister of Vicki and Patrick Grossman, and aunt of Emily Grossman.

Born on May 17, 1965, Sandra earned a Liberal Arts degree in Paralegal Studies from Harford Community College and a Bachelor’s Degree in English from Morgan State University. She worked as a receptionist for Army Lodging in Aberdeen for many years. For over 18 years she was a dedicated caretaker for her cherished grandfather Palmer Kane Sr., who lived to be 96. She was a faithful member of St. John’s Episcopal Church who loved her Lord with all her heart.

Sandra was passionate about photography, whether it was taking and sharing her photos, admiring the photography of others, or encouraging budding photographers to grow their skills. As a talented photographer and enthusiastic member of Harford County Photography Club, her lifelong affection for nature and flowers afforded her many opportunities to share her photos with others. She aspired to teach the joys of photography to children someday.

Because of her sweet and nurturing spirit, people meant a lot to her. Whether you were family, long time friends, or someone she met a few minutes ago Sandra had a genuine, nurturing way about her that made others feel special. Sandra had a light within her that people were drawn to. To her, strangers were merely friends she had not met yet, and she always had a kind word and a ready smile for everyone. She made friends everywhere she went; many were made through her fondness for history, antiques, and anything vintage or Victorian. She was proud to live in historic Havre de Grace where she got married at the historic Vandiver Inn, and where she enjoyed antiquing, attending historical lectures, and book discussions through the Harford County Library. She frequently walked the town’s promenade by the water or the Joe K Trail.

Sandra’s lifelong affection for nature and flowers was evident. She and her husband recently became members of Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, PA, and they frequented the gardens to revel in their splendid displays of blooms. She also had a profound affinity for butterflies (especially the Blue Morpho, which was her favorite color) and treasured time spent with her husband Thomas, holidays spent with her family, sharing her love of God, daytrips and dinners with friends, lighthouse tour excursions with her father, and learning. She loved books and was an avid reader, particularly Jane Austen and Charlotte Bronte. She enjoyed British television and Sherlock Holmes. She enjoyed long conversations over tea, and she was fond of sending thoughtful hand-written letters and cards. She was a light to others--Sandra went out of her way, always, to let them know that they were loved.

Relatives and friends will gather at Schimunek Funeral Home, Inc. 9705 Belair Rd. Nottingham, MD 21236 on Thursday, June 21, 2018 from 5-9 pm. A funeral service will be held Friday, June 22, 2018 at 11 am at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 114 N. Union Ave. Havre de Grace, MD 21078. Interment will be at Druid Ridge Cemetery. Online condolences may be left at schimunekfuneralhomes.com.