Sandra “Sandy” (Ackerman) Graveline, 66, of Auburn died May 2, 2013 after a well-fought battle with lung cancer with her loving family by her side.
She was born November 9, 1946 in Windham, the daughter of Robert and Frances (Cashman) Ackerman. She graduated from Manchester High School Central.
Sandy had worked in the insurance industry as well as at Auburn and Nickels Markets before her retirement to enjoy time with her grandchildren.
She was an active member of St. Peter Church in Auburn and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
Family members include her husband of 47 years, Gerald Graveline of Auburn; her daughter and son-in-law Mindy and Todd Bedard of Auburn; her son, Mathew Graveline and companion Sarah Greer of Auburn; grandchildren, Savannah, Landon, Gabrielle, and Cooper; her siblings, Doris Foss, Dick, and Roland; many nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by her parents, her brother Robert Jr., sister Carol Danis, and her nephew Jeff Foss.
A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on Saturday, May 4, 2013 in St. Peter Church, Auburn. A bereavement gathering immediately followed in the church hall.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215.