1950 – 2014
Putnam – Sandra (Weaver) Vaillant, 63, passed on after a valiant battle with cancer on Saturday, March 1, 2014. She was born in Putnam on August 10, 1950, daughter of Esther Weaver of Killingly and graduated from Killingly High School in 1968. She married Gerry Vaillant of Putnam on March 20, 1971 and has resided in Putnam for the last 43 years.
In addition to her husband and her mother, Sandra is survived by three daughters who were her world, Meredith Crabtree and her husband Jim of Brooklyn, Emily Mayo and her husband Luke of Coventry, and Angela Johndrow and her husband Scott of Eastford; five grandchildren that cherished their memere, Molly and Sydney Crabtree, Trevor and Hailey Mayo, and Matthew Johndrow, three brothers, Thomas Weaver of Killingly, Robert Weaver of New Hampshire, and Frances Weaver of Norwich, several nieces, extended family and many special friends.
Sandra worked for many years as a bookkeeper at Franklin Pharmacy and most recently at the Medical Center of Northeastern Connecticut. Nothing made Sandy happier than spending time with her family, especially her five grandchildren, who were the apples of their “Mem’s” eyes. She loved watching them grow and play together; no matter what they were doing, they brought a brilliant smile to her face. She loved being outside, enjoying the sun and tending to her plants and flowers. She also loved the beach, especially Old Orchard Beach, Maine, where she spent many summer vacations. Sandy was an avid reader and passed that love onto her children and grandchildren. But her true passion in life was being a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, and grandmother who was dedicated to taking care of her family.
Sandra will be remembered for the courage, strength, and grace with which she lived her life, especially during the past 3 1/2 years. Family and friends are invited to remember and celebrate Sandra at a Mass of Christian burial at St. Mary Church of the Visitation, 218 Providence Street in Putnam, CT on Thursday, March 6, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. The Vaillant family would especially like to thank Hospice and Palliative Care of Northeast Connecticut, particularly her nurse, Jennifer Petrini, who provided great care, comfort, and friendship to the family during this challenging journey. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
Linda (Galvin) Christian
Gerry and daughters,
My sincere sympathy to you all on the loss of your wife, mother. It would be nice to think that Gaby, Richard and Suzanne were there to welcome her to heaven.
Phil and Claire Durand
Gerry and family,
We’d like to extend our sincere condolences to the whole family. So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Phil and Claire Durand
Linda Manso
Gerry, Merry, Emily and Angie and your families. We offer you all our deepest sympathy. Know that she is in a very peaceful place now after all of that suffering. She was an amazing woman who fought so hard for so long and that made her an inspiration to many. She loved each of you and her grandchildren so much. That was always the topic of discussion each time we saw her. Our hope is that you find comfort in the many happy memories you have and the deep love you all shared. She will be missed but will be with you always.
With love, Dave and Linda Manso
Katy Bousquet
Gerry, Merry, Emily, Angie….You lost such a special woman. Cancer is a bitch! I thank God that Sandy is at peace now. Take care of each other and if you need anything, please let me know.
Katy
Jen (Bousquet) Weeks
Gerry, Merry, Emily, and Angie,
My hearts breaks for what you are going through. Try to take comfort in knowing that “Ma” is at peace and watching over you. She was a wonderful woman who raised three beautiful girls. You were lucky to have each other.
Love,
Jen
tom & esther weaver
We miss you so badly already you were the love of your Mothers eye she cherished you so much and loved you even more she can’t understand why you left so early but is so grateful God has taken the pain and suffering away As your brother I too feel lost without my rock miss all we did for the past years and love you forever
MICHAEL R. CODERRE
Gerry, Merry, Emily & Angie, Our thoughts go out to you at this most difficult time. May you find comfort in each other and good memories of days spent together, especially on your many trips to Maine. May God comfort you and welcome Sandy to her peaceful resting place. With our thoughts and prayers. Mike & Joanne Coderre
Thomas Auclair
Gerry & Daughters,
Jan & I would like to extend our sincerest condolences for the loss of your wife & mother. She can now rest in peace and not have to suffer any longer. God has a plan for all of us. This is but one chapter in that plan!!
Tom & Jan Auclair
Caroline Fitzpatrick
Tom and I would like to send our deepest sympathies. We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Bob & Judy Fortin LaRoche
Gerry and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy. We are so sorry for your loss.
Bob & Judy LaRoche
Dee Carnahan
Dear Gerry and family. May you be blessed with peace at this very sad time knowing that your wife and mom is in heaven with God and all of your other loved ones. She will watch over you from above, and the love you shared on earth will never fade. Love, Dee and Rick
Edgar & Charlene Durand
Gerry and Family,
Our thoughts, prayers and sympathy are with you all at this time.
Cathy Pritchard
Gerry, Merry, Emily and Angie
My deepest sympathy to you all on your great loss. it has been a long, hard road for you all and now she is at peace. May God give you the strength to face the days ahead.
Love,
Cathy
Quentin @ Cecile Frost
Gerry ,Merry, Emily ,& Angie & families.
Our deepest sympathy in your loss.Our thoughts & prayers are with you.Remember she is in a far better place & the pain has stopped .She is among friends.
marian smat
you are all in my thoughts ,prayers,..She is at peace, and you have many memories that in time will make you smile,, Gerry peace. to the girls, have many fond memories of all of you… sending hugs.
Lee
Gerry, Merry, Emily & Angie,
My deepest sympathy to you. At the end of a long, hard fought battle Sandy is in good hands. My you find comfort and strength in each other in the days ahead.
Lee Beausoleil
Ed Desaulnier
Sandy and I were classmates. She was quiet, sweet, and special. It was good to know she had the love and support of such a loving family. She knew how much you all loved her! Our thoughts and prayers. Ed and Mary Lou Desaulnier and family
Dave Babbitt
Gerry, Sorry to read of your wife’s passing…Peg and I extend our deepest sympathy…Dave & Peg Babbitt
Bob Frenette
Gerry,
I just learned of your loss and wanted to offer my sincere condolences to you and your daughters. You guys have always been part of my Putnam memories.
Romeo Blackmar
Gerry and family of Sandy,
May all of the Angels in Heaven wrap you in their wings as you go through the difficult days ahead.
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Sandy.
Amy Moriarty
Emily, Mr. Vaillant, Merry and Angie-
My love and prayers are with you now and for always. Your mom will be all around you just in different ways. It could be in the whispher of the wind or the sight of a spring flower…the smell of the crisp autumn air or the love you feel when looking at your children. I love you so much my very first friend and will be here for you forever.
Love Ame
Rene & Gloria Marion
Gerry and Family,
So sorry to hear of you loss. You are all in our prayers during this difficult time.
Susan Crowley
Dear Gerry and Family, Dave and I are so very sorry for your loss. please know you are in our prayers.
Sue and Dave Crowley
Alyson Gouin
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Your family is in my prayers during this difficult time.
Alyson Gouin
Jeff Thebado
Gerry; so very sorry for your loss! – I hope you find peace that she is no longer in pain. Condolences.
Sandra Corey
Gerry and family,
My deepest sympathy on the passing of your wife, mother, grandmother! May God comfort you all!