- Date Of Death: December 22, 2017
- State: Indiana
Sandra A. Ratley-Pritchard “Sandi” age 64, of Hammond, passed away on Friday, December 22, 2017 joining her brothers in Heaven.
Sandi is survived by her parents Luke and Georgia Ratley; husband Steve Pritchard; sisters-in-law Rita Ratley and Marilyn White; nieces: Tish (Donnie) Bartell, Gwen Cadieux, Samantha (Joseph) Atkins; nephew Luke M. Ratley; brother-in-law Donald (Karen) Pritchard; numerous great nieces, nephews and cousins; lifelong friends Darlene Ogrodowski and Merri Jo Loker.
Sandi was preceded in death by her brothers Richard Ratley and Mike Ratley.
Sandi was a creative soul, a true artist with immeasurable talent which she shared with the world in various mediums. With a brush in hand she excelled as a painter and with her hands and heart Sandi also created pottery, ceramics and sculpture.
Sandi turned her innate creativity into a successful career as a florist for Flowers by Darlene for many years. A master fisher woman, Sandi loved spending time Wisconsin at various fishing holes. She had a silly sense of humor and spread joy by making others laugh.
Sandi adored her family and was a loving, caring friend.