Sandra “Sandy” Lee Schmunk of Chelsea, died June 16, 2021 at her home after a long journey with cancer.
Born in Detroit, on Nov. 20, 1948 to Myron and Shirley Carlson, she was nurtured by her grandmother, Dorothy Harrison, and, in turn, shepherded her younger sisters, Vicki and Dottie.
Sandy graduated from Cherry Hill High School in 1966 and then attended Eastern Michigan University. She married Charles Schmunk on February 3, 1968.
Although Sandy’s life was shortened by cancer, her impact on others was lengthened by her spirit of service. Sandy was a long-time presence at Chelsea Retirement Community (CRC), serving 25 years in several roles, including Activity Director, Social Worker, and Assistant Administrator. She was instrumental in the development and administration of CRC’s Towsley Village. Later, Sandy played a key role in organizing “Joe’s Memory Arts Café” at Huron Woods.
Beyond her professional life, Sandy volunteered as Girl Scout Troop Service Director for Chelsea, a troop leader for older girls, and later for residents at CRC. She was devoted to her church community at Chelsea First United Methodist and served over the years as Sunday school teacher, youth group leader, Women’s Society of Christian Service president, lay leader, and so much more.
Visitation will be at Cole Funeral Chapel on Friday, June 18, 6-8 p.m. and Saturday, June 19, 2-4 p.m. A memorial service will be held on Monday, June 21 – please call 734-475-1551 to reserve a place at Sandy’s memorial service, and all people attending will be asked to wear a mask.
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