Age 77 of Inver Grove Heights
Passed peacefully, surrounded by family on November 22, 2023, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. Preceded in death by parents, Herman and Lorraine Floetl; brother, George Floetl; son-in-law, Howard Barefoot. Survived by a loving husband of 57 years, Robert as well as children, Brian, Tammy (James) Sampson, Kimberly, and Todd (Kim) and grandchildren, Michael, Emily (Cole), Arianna (Ethan), Jayden and Tyler. Also survived by brothers-in-law, Fred Frenger (Louise), Wayne McKay, and sister-in-law, Carol Frenger (Rafael). Many other family and friends. Sandy loved her dogs, and her husky, Lady, will especially miss the never ending treats Sandy gave from the dinner table. Sandy was born in St. Paul attended Holy Childhood Catholic School and graduated from St. Agnes High School in 1964. She then went on to nursing school at St. Joseph’s Hospital where she would eventually work for many years while raising her family. She met her husband, Bob, in 1965, and they began raising their four children in South St. Paul, before moving to Inver Grove Heights. Sandy was energetic, outgoing, passionate and independent. She gave back to her community through her church, volunteering, and her work with the Women of Today. Sandy loved to travel, bike, garden and spend time with her family and friends. After raising their family, Sandy and Bob spent many years as caregivers for special needs children and adults, and they had many wonderful memories from this time, including Sunday morning brunches with Dahni Jo, Chad and many others, who became an extended family for Sandy and Bob. Special thanks to the Gentiva hospice team who guided the family through Sandy’s transition. Sandy will be missed dearly by her family and friends. Memorial Service 6 pm, Friday, December 1st, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara, Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 5–6 pm prior to the service. Private interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials preferred to the Down’s Syndrome Association.