HUDSON FALLS – Sondra (Sandy) L. Michaud, 80, of Hudson Falls passed away peacefully on October 11, 2020, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born to Leon and Louise (Nailor) Deyette on July 31, 1940 and was the seventh of fourteen children.
Sondra graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1958 and began working soon after. Hard work, strength, resilience and perseverance all came naturally to her and it would be wrong to say that she lost her battle with kidney disease, as she never stopped fighting.
In 1971 she married, and blended families with her beloved husband Joseph, who was always by her side. In their 48 years together, they owned and operated the Old Homestead Bar and Restaurant and the Rt. 4 Car Wash, both in Hudson Falls. In addition to their businesses, she was a licensed real estate agent, took many courses at SUNY Adirondack and was active within her local community.
Her biggest accomplishments, however, came in the pride she felt for her children and all of their successes. She hoped to give them fond memories of the time spent around her and valued the summer barbecues, bocce ball games, and cooking for the people she loved. Her pies especially, were always plentiful and delicious.
In addition to her parents, Sondra was predeceased by numerous brothers and sisters; her daughter, Christine Copeland; her son-in-law, Cesar Sanchez and her grandson, Austin Lutz.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband Joseph Michaud; her two sisters, Darlene Davis and Candy (Maurice) St. Marie; her children, Paul (Linda) Michaud of Hudson Falls, Tim Copeland of Newark, Ohio, Belinda (Steve) Sundberg of Queensbury, Patricia Michaud of Pittsburgh, Pa, Colleen (Doug) Smith of Leesburg, VA and Susan Sanchez of Hudson Falls; ten grandchildren; Katie (Matt) Authier and their children, Reagan and Drew ; Tim (Becky) Copeland III and their children, Kinsley and Ashlyn ; Carolyn Sundberg, Bobby (Megan) Copeland Tylor Michaud, Jordan Lutz, Jada Smith, Dakota Smith, Mia Sanchez and Ava Sanchez, numerous cousins and 63 nieces and nephews.
At the family’s request, there will be no calling hours however a memorial mass will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad or a charity of one’s choice.
The family would also like to thank Dr. Filion and his staff for their ongoing care of Sondra for over twenty years.
Paul & Linda – I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Angie Harrington
So sad to hear the news of sandra’s passing. Our condolences are with the families. Memories last forever.
Dear Sue,
I’m remembering your mom, always so vivacious and kind to my Jeni and Shelia Healy, and the summer afternoons you’d spend together at the your pool. Although your mom and I never spent time together, we nonetheless knew we had raised our girls to be happy and adventurous in their female “Musketeers” team originating in elementary school and even into high school. I’m thinking if you today, Sue, and want you to know that your accompanying Sheila three years ago to my husbands wake was such a special gift that now, because of Covid, I can’t reciprocate. Hopefully this note will suffice.
Dear Colleen,
I’m sorry to hear of the passing of your mom!
I know how difficult this is!
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and family at this time.
I’m sorry to hear about the passing of Aunt Sandra your mom I thoughts are with you all. Prayers are with you all in for your mom I know she’s in a good place now she was a wonderful woman never had a bad word to say about me or my family my deepest condolences love you all.
I’m so sorry to hear the loss of my aunt Sandra she was a special lady and always loved us all ,was a very giving person and I will cherish all the memories I have forever . I’m very proud to say a lot of people would ask me if I’m Sandy’s daughter because I looked a lot like her when I was younger, and that comes from she looks a lot like my mom her sister . My deepest sympathy to her children and my unforgettable uncle Joe God bless you all 🙏❤️
To All, I was saddened to learn of the passing of Sandy. She was a dear friend. What a wonderful lady. we had a lot of laughs and fun bowling together (she was a good bowler). her hot dog sauce was yummy! She always had a big hug for my son Mike and he beamed each time. May God bless you all, it’s so hard to loose someone so wonderful. With sympathy, Theresa Ibbotson (Pratt)
Condolences to All
Sorry to hear of Sandy’s passing