Saundra J. Varriale Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Saundra (Sandy) Jeanne Varriale, 55, of Claverack, NY passed away in the comfort of her own home on Saturday November 9, 2019 surrounded by her loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer. Sandy was born in Hudson, NY on July 17, 1964 to James R. and Hazel Warfield. She was the oldest of two. In 1993 she married David Varriale, and together they started a family of their own. Sandy is survived, and will be deeply missed by her husband David, and daughters Lauren and Brittany Varriale, mother Hazel Warfield, brother James D. Warfield, and nephew Cameron Warfield. Sandy is predeceased by her father James R. Warfield. Living her entire life in Columbia County, Sandy was raised in Hudson, where she graduated from Hudson High School in 1982. She eventually moved to Claverack in 2005, where she continued to raise her two daughters with her husband. Sandy was the epitome of an outstanding caregiver. While in high school, Sandy enjoyed taking care of residents as a nurse’s aide at Eden Park Nursing Home. After graduation she became a patient care assistant at Columbia Memorial Hospital where she provided dedicated, compassionate care to her patients for thirteen years. After her daughters were born, she devoted her time to raising them, as they were the center of her world. Sandy then returned to caring for people in the community by working as a private duty home health aide. Sandy loved the ocean, especially Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard, in which she and her family visited every summer. Recently, Sandy’s new favorite place became Lake Placid because of the serene views that the lake and mountains had to offer. Sandy had a great passion for planting and caring for her flowers, especially her lilacs. After gardening season was complete, she loved baking and decorating her home for the holidays. Her family often called her “Miss QVC” because she had a knack for finding the best deals on QVC. Sandy enjoyed watching Halloween and Hallmark Christmas movies with her family, and had a sweet tooth for desserts. Every winter she would look forward to an annual NYC holiday trip, where she would drink peppermint mocha lattes and watch the Rockettes dance away at Radio City Music Hall. Throughout the course of her life, she enjoyed spending as much time as possible with her close friends and family. Her time was also extended to her animals over the years, whom she spoiled and adored dearly. Sandy will be remembered as a wonderful friend, daughter, sister, aunt, wife, and sweet and loving mother. Friends and family are invited to call at the Bates & Anderson-Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home, Friday November 15, from 4-8pm. Funeral services and interment will be private. Sandy’s family wishes to extend their gratitude to St. Peter’s Oncology staff and the staff of Columbia-Greene Community Hospice.

Saundra J. Varriale

July 17, 1964 - November 9, 2019

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Saundra J. Varriale

July 17, 1964 - November 9, 2019

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