Sandra Ann Carman

Loudonville, NY-Sandy passed away after a courageous battle with ALS on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. Born on July 1, 1953, in Troy, NY. Sandy was the daughter of Gene Carlascio and Mary (Riccitelli) Carlascio, both deceased. Sandy is survived by her husband and soulmate, Don, and her children Kristin (Michael) Estrom, Brian (Kady) Svitak and Claire (Kurtis) Banville, her stepchildren Aaron (Carmelita) and Erik (Dareysi) Carman. Sandy is also survived by her grandchildren, Quinn, Viviana, Declan, Magdalena, Hazel, Eloise and Leilani. Sandy has four siblings to carry her memory, Linda (Robert) Marchese, Frank (Karin) Carlascio, Jean (Dan) Brown and Mary Ellen (Dan) Waltersdorf, as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. Sandy is also survived by in-laws, Tim (Carol) Carman and Jill (Brian) Thornton, as well as her “outlaws” Margaret (Rick) Mele. Sandy worked as an executive assistant in many firms in the Capital District during her career. Sandy retired in 2008 to a life that involved volunteering with the American Red Cross, Friends of the WKS Library, Colonie Senior Services and Memorial Hospital. It was during that time that Sandy began her organizing business, working with many clients who also became dear friends. Sandy and Don loved traveling throughout the US and abroad, sharing many great adventures. After Don retired in 2018, winters were spent in Florida where they developed great friendships. Sandy always had a way of clearly seeing situations and helping Don and children determine the best course of action. Her love, sense of humor and advice will be greatly missed. Sharing her life with Don, her children and grandchildren was the great joy of her life. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Sandy’s family Sunday, October 15, 2023 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany, NY 12206. Please enter the funeral home from the rear parking lot entrance only. Funeral services Monday, October 16, 2023 at 11:30 am at St. Pius X Church, 23 Crumitie Rd., Loudonville, NY where her Funeral Mass will be celebrated. To leave a message for the family please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com In lieu of flowers, Sandy requested donations to be made to the St. Peter’s ALS Regional Center, 19 Warehouse Row, Albany, New York 12205

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Sandra Ann Carman

July 1, 1953 - October 11, 2023