Simply Perfect

Sandra B. Stone

May 13, 2023

Naples: Sandy passed away on May 13, 2023 at age 79, at home with her family by her side. Born on July 19, 1943 in Watertown, NY to Rev. Willard and Esther Barber, Sandy was predeceased by her grandchild, Grant Stone. She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Alan Stone; daughter, Teri (Gary) Gedart; sons, Timothy Stone and Michael (Alana Fuierer) Stone; grandchildren, Anne Marie and Kalley Wilkie, Emily Davies, and Henry, William, Owen, Hope, Ethann and Adelynn Stone; great-grandchildren, Harlow Belille and Evren Davies; brother, David Barber; several nieces and nephews; and many dear friends. Sandy had a very eventful life, but was challenged early at age seven with polio. She decided then to become a nurse and follow in the footsteps of the hospital sta who had cared for her. A er graduating from Ogdensburg High School, she joined the nursing program at Highland Hospital and earned a certi cate as a Registered Professional Nurse. In 1964, a er marrying Alan, she was employed full-time at ompson Hospital in Canandaigua. As responsibilities for Teri, Tim and Mike increased, her career commitment evolved to part-time. en as she scaled back her nursing duties while raising her children, she remained a “lifetime nurse” who was always on call for friends, family and humanity. Once, she was recognized by Delta Airlines for taking quick action to save an unresponsive infant on her ight.

A consummate outdoor enthusiast, Sandy traveled the world with Alan to hunt, sh, camp and explore nature with indigenous people. No matter the journey, people were quick to recognize and appreciate her energy, kindness and ability to work side by side with di erent cultures.

Sandy took pleasure in decorating her home and bringing her surroundings to life with owers and landscaping, as well as sharing her talents for cooking, knitting and sewing with others. In the early days of the pandemic when masks were scarce, she produced many handmade masks for friends and the local doctor’s o ce. She also donated numerous knitted hats to local children in need.

Sandy was also active in team sports throughout most of her life, playing for many years with the Honeoye women’s so ball league and enjoying volleyball, bowling, and doubles tennis. She also loved attending plays, especially when grandchildren were performing; and always took delight in watching her children and grandchildren participate in sports like basketball, soccer, lacrosse, football, volleyball and tennis.

In recent years, she served as a volunteer on the Advisory Board of the Finger Lakes Area Community Endowment at Canandaigua National Bank, helping to facilitate charitable giving in the region. Her commitment to looking out for others built a strong foundation for teamwork in her family’s numerous business and philanthropic endeavors.

Sandy will always be remembered for her zest for life, skillful pursuit of the many passions that brought her joy, and deep caring for all those around her – family, friends and community.

A private family service will be held at Lakeview Cemetery in Honeoye, NY. In lieu of owers, donations in Sandy’s memory may be made to: Hospeace House, P.O. Box 343, Naples, NY 14512.

Celebration of life

June 3rd, 2023 • 3PM

Family and friends are invited to celebrate the life of Cecil Knickerbocker who passed away November 19, 2022. A service will be held at her home, 3211 Church Street, Caledonia. All are welcome.