Sandra was born and grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, graduating from West Philadelphia High School in 1958. She was married to Frank J Kiah, until his death in January 2011.
Her career expanded into many facets and titles of the banking industry throughout her life. Starting her long career in banking, while still in high school at Central- Penn in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Vineland, New Jersey and FINALLY (no one thought it would happen!) retiring in 2014 from BB&T Bank in Hobe sound , FL.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank J. Kiah in 2011. Loving Brother Leonard in 2018,
Sister-In Law Miriam Horowitz in 2010; and Arthur Becker in 2014.
Sandra is survived by her daughter. Kathy Kiah of Hobe Sound, FL; Nephews and Families: Eric Horowitz (Sophie) of Jenkintown, PA, Bruce Horowitz (Inger) of Stockholm, Sweden. Great-Niece Paula Horowitz of Jenkintown, PA. Her extended family includes Christl Becker of Hobe Sound, FL; Angela (Cookie) Bayer of Hobe Sound, FL; Michelle, Marc, Gina and Anna Baruffaldi of Clarke Summit, PA. Along with many kind and thoughtful former Colleagues, Neighbors and Friends.
Services will be private.
Special Note from daughter, Kathy Kiah- A special and heartfelt message to “My Work Family” at
H. Allen Holmes, Inc, Interior Design & Space Planning, Hobe Sound, FL.
The role you play in my life is not only because of being colleagues at work we are “Family”. The journey with my Mom (Sandy) has had many twists and turns and you have all, in one way or another, been with me on this journey. To be honest, I’ve never met a group who is more kind-hearted, caring and supporting than you.
With unwavering gratitude to Allen Holmes, Gail McLean, Joe Howard, Debi Martin,Cleveland Clinic - Martin Memorial Doctors, Dr. Kenneth L. Holling M.D. pulmonologist in Stuart, Florida, Home Therapy (Renee), Nursing staff and all “Care Teams” for your excellent care, compassion and thoughtfulness throughout these years!
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Natives Helping Natives. PO Box 301,
Hobe Sound, Florida 33475. Please note Sandra Kiah - Memorial when sending your contribution.
Natives Helping Natives is a 501(c)3 organized to help the Hobe Sound community.
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