"Dear Carol,Thank you for that touching tribute to my Mom, and the wonderful memory. Every time I think of you and your family, those words, resonate and remind me of the good fortune we have had to have met such wonderful people. My Mom and Dad loved you, Bob and Lori and Kristy and I have amazing memories of my childhood and adolescences, sharing times with you all. Be well, and much love,Sean"
In loving memory of
Lorraine I. Sanford
July 4, 2021
Lorraine I. (Perry) Sanford, 87, died July 4, 2021 in St. Antoine Residence. She was the wife of the late Robert W. Sanford. Born in Bristol, RI, she was the daughter of the late Joseph L. and Marguerite A. (Sylvia) Perry. She lived in Woonsocket most of her life.
Lorraine was a graduate of the former St. Xavier Academy, Providence. She was a secretary for several years for the Woonsocket School Department, retiring in 1998. Lorraine was a communicant of St. Josephs Church, and was involved in many aspects of the parish, including CYO, as well as the Fr. Marot CYO Center, and the Girl Scouts of America.
She leaves her children, Kevin J. Sanford and his wife, Judith, of Smithfield, Sean J. Sanford, and his wife, Bethany, of Cumberland, and Colleen A. Sanford, and her wife, Stephanie, of Oakland CA; nine grandchildren, Jennifer, Eric, Zachary, Rowen, Colin, Ryan, Joshua, Krista, and Katelyn; four great grandchildren, Hadley, Wyatt, Aubriella, and Remy. She was predeceased by her beloved son, Robert J. Sanford.
Lorraine dedicated her life to her children, her family, and to the service of others in many humble and quiet ways. She served as a role model and mentor for many youth throughout her lifetime, and later in life continued her life-long work of volunteerism, forming a knitting club to make winter hats for the homeless population, veterans, and newborn babies.
Her funeral will be held Monday, July 12, 2021 with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 AM in St. Josephs Church, 1200 Mendon Rd., Woonsocket. Burial will follow in Resurrection Cemetery, West Wrentham Rd., Cumberland. Calling hours are Sunday from 3:00 to 5:00 PM in the Holt Funeral Home, 510 South Main St., Woonsocket. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to AIDS Project RI, c/o Family Service of Rhode Island, P.O. Box 6688, Providence, RI 02940-6688, or online at https://familyserviceri.z2systems.com/np/clients/familyserviceri/donation.jsp?campaign=32test=true
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Tributes
"Thank you for your kind words. My Mom loved WMS and the wonderful colleagues and friends she met there. Regards, Sean"
"Thank you. You were a special friend to Bobby and my family. Warmest wishes. Sean"
"Mel and Mark,Thank you for your support and kindness. We were the luckiest kids on earth to be raised together in such a loving and warm community, that was just one big loving CyO family. Much love, Sean"
"Lorraine is at the center of my fondest memories of living next door to the Sanford family in Woonsocket for over three years. She was so wise, energetic, talented, and caring. One morning at 6 AM we were sitting at her picnic table with coffee and our much-loved dogs, Duchess and Jenny. I said to Lorraine, You know, these are the good old days.How true that was. To Colleen,Kevin, and Sean and your families I send my sincere condolences. Thank you for sharing your mom and yourselves with me. Love to you and yours."
"Colleen and Family, Your Mom was one of the nicest people I've ever known. She was always so welcoming and my life has been enriched by knowing her as well as your Dad and Bobby. May your good memories bring you comfort in the days ahead."
"To The Sanford Family: I was so saddened to read that Lorraine passed away, she was such a wonderful woman, that I got to know at Chapel Senior Living when my Mom lived there. Lorraine was always willing to help my Mom out and she enjoyed doing her Crochet projects and making her loom hats. I loved to sit in the library room and work on my crocheing with my Mom and Lorraine would always join us. She loved you all and talked so much about her family. RIP my friend."
"I had the pleasure of meeting this incredible woman when we worked at WMS. Lorraine was truly one in a million.sweet, caring, and friendly. "
"Rest In Peace Mrs Sanford. Both you and Mr Sanford were role models for so many of us while going through our teenage years. Thank you for all of the work and dedication."
"My Deepest Sympathy to the Sanford Family on the passing of your Mom. She was a Special Lady that will be remembered by many. Love and Peace Rita Piedmonte anf Family"
"So Sorry. Lorraine was always so cheerful and fun to be around. She and Bob came to visit us a couple of times on their yearly trek to Poland Springs. Had a great time with them at Kevin and Judy's wedding. Godspeed Lorraine!"
"Dear Sean, Beth and Sanford Family,I am truly sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs. Sanford. Mr. and Mrs. Sanford will always be remembered as being a wonderful couple, active in their faith and in their community. Mrs. Sanford lived a long, full, happy, and blessed life; especially since she had all of you."
"With all our love we send our deepest condolences to my cousins and their families. Always my great encourager and always there at every family event with a warm welcoming smile and a big hug. We will miss you dearly Auntie Lorraine "