Service Details
Mass: Friday, June 2, 2017 at 11:00 am in St. Lucy Catholic Church, 3101 Drexel Avenue in Racine (luncheon will follow).
Visitation: Thursday in the funeral home from 4:00 – 7:00 pm (reception will follow) and in the church on Friday from 10-11 am
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Racine – Sandra Irene (nee: Born) Bisotti, age 54, passed away peacefully at home in her sleep on Friday, May 26, 2017 following a courageous 15-month battle with cancer.
Sandy was born in Racine on September 12, 1962 to Earl and Judith (nee: Luxem) Born. She graduated from Washington Park High School “Class of 1980”. On April 22, 1989 in St. Lucy Catholic Church with Rev. Jeffrey M. Thielen officiating, she was united in marriage with Frank Louis Bisotti. They proudly & faithfully just renewed their wedding vows at St. Lucy on April 22, 2017.
Sandy was employed as an executive assistant at SC Johnson. She was a member of St. Lucy Catholic Church. Among her interests, she was a professional shopper; loved singing with her beautiful voice; and enjoyed organizing, hosting and entertaining family and friends – always with a signature smile on her face and infectious laughter.
Surviving are her loving husband of 28 years, Frank; parents, Earl and Judy Born; brother, David Born; sisters, Susan (Edward) McCrickard and Sally McReynolds; mother-in-law, Palma “Pam” Bisotti; sisters-in-law, Dina Bisotti, Debbie Burdick and Diane (Mike) Rauch; nieces and nephews, Jacob & Jenna McReynolds; Ashley & Andy Burdick; loving canine companion, Sophie; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends – too numerous to mention all by name. Sandy was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Frank Bisotti, Jr.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 2, 2017 at 11 am at St. Lucy Catholic Church, 3101 Drexel Avenue in Racine, with Rev. Javier Guativa officiating. A luncheon will follow. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Thursday from 4:00 – 7:00 pm (reception to follow) and in the church on Friday from 10:00 am – 11:00 am. Private entombment will take place at West Lawn Memorial Park. Memorials to Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin or to the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) have been suggested.
A special note of thanks to Heartland Hospice & to all of our devoted family members and friends for the compassionate care and support given during Sandy’s journey with her fight against cancer. May God bless all of you!
Michael T. Nelson says
Frank and Families, I am so sorry for you’re loss. I bowled with you’re dad on Tuesday’s at Big Lief’s In the West Racine Businessman’s league. I was Secretary, you may remember? Even you bowled a few times. How devastating this must be for the entire families. I pray you can find the memories you have to keep you at peace.
Charles Jones says
I send my Condolences to her Sister Sally I am so sorry to hear about her passing. She will be missed. Glad I met her at SCJ
Russ and Linda Tennessen says
Our prayers are with you.
So sorry for your loss
Randy Haas - Coralville, Iowa says
Frank, Earl,
So sorry to hear about Sandy’s passing. Remembering good times at Paradise Lanes with all of you. May God be with you all
Sue Santarelli says
To the Born, Bisotti & McReynolds families,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your wonderful Sandy. She was such a vibrant, dynamic woman, and I’m so thankful I had the privilege to work with her at SCJ. Her passing will surely be felt by all who knew her. Prayers for all during this most difficult time and in the days and months ahead. Hoping that Sandy will still comfort, provide strength, and embrace each of you in her new role as one of heaven’s angels as she did while here on earth .
Sandy and Michael Pietro and Mike Feest says
To Frank, Judy and Earl, and Sandy’s entire family, we are so sorry for your loss. Sandy sure was a fighter and was so lucky to have had such a close, caring and loving support group around her. I’m sure she felt all the love. We wish you all peace and the belief that her suffering is over now.
Sandy and Michael Pietro and Mike Feest
Pat Braun says
So sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences.
Terri Sorg says
To The Bisotti, and Born Families: Sandy was the kindest person I have ever known. Her friendship over the years has been unconditional. Her heart and soul are in Gods hands now, and her suffering is over. I will always think of her smiling, laughing, and being there for me.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.
Jerry says
Frank and Family,
I’ve been friends with Sandy for many years. I have to say she was I’ve of sweetest ladies I’ve ever known. I met Sandy while working with her at Johnson Wax. Myself and another mutual friend (Chuck Boles) would meet Sandy for lunch at Buckets from time to time. She was such a genuine lady who was such a sincere friend to all. I was so sorry when I heard she passed away. I ran into Sandy at Italian Fest in Racine last year. Sandy mentioned meeting for lunch but it never happened. I followed Sandy on Facebook book and I was in touch with Sally. I can’t begin to say how sorry I feel for you and your family. An old friend, Jerry…
Karin Wikstrom says
My condolences to Frank, her sisters, parents, family and friends. I’m so sorry for your loss. I went to McKinley and Park with Sandy- we sang in the talent show together.
Although we didn’t stay close after HS, we caught up at reunions and I have fond memories of her energy and laughter.
Dawn Schaab says
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I hope knowing Sandy isn’t in pain anymore and in heaven gives you some peace.
Sherri Galati Modesti says
So sorry for your loss. ….
Alissa-Ky says
Prayers go to the Bisotti family as Sandy is at peace. I met her at the family reunion 2016. She was so fun and full of life. She had a lovely voice and her stories were so funny.
Kelly (Seager) Martyn says
I am asking God to wrap his arms around all that mourn the loss of Sandy, yet celebrate her life on Earth. Sandy Born – Bisotti was an extraordinary woman, which has been her character since she was very young. Her love and compassion for life, music and people will never be forgotten. Through McKinley, she smiled and gave people faith in friendship and laughter. Sandy sprinkled parts of her on each of us throughout her entire life. Cancer is an evil that is not prejudice…and I am thankful that God knew her suffering was to be no longer, and took her home. Sandy was stunning inside and out – may your treasured memories bring you warmth and soft smiles more often than tears. God’s blessings to all of her family and friends.
The Gearheart Family says
Our deepest condolences. Here’s wishing you and yours all of the comfort that can be found in what I can only imagine is an incredibly trying time. Sandy was a beautiful person, with a beautiful smile. I’m glad to have known her.
Jeannie charon says
Sorry for your loss my prayers and thoughts are with you and family
Theresa Smigura says
So sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you and your family.
Rick Burnett says
Frank,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I only knew Sandy during the “health issues” times and found her to be inspiring and positive each time I met her or talked to her on the phone. She was a strong individual and faced this situation with courage and fight. I know she is resting with the Lord.
My sincere condolences.
Dina Manni-Jones says
We are so sorry for the loss of Sandy we know nothing can be said to ease your pain but we want you to know you are always in our thoughts and prayers. Just know that she is flying high with the rest of our families, singing, laughing , smiling down on you and trying to ease your pain. She was loved and cherished by us all!!
Ron Zicarelli says
Frank,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Tom Lemak says
I offer my heartfelt condolences and prayers to you and your family at this time of tragic loss.
Bryan and Janita Finley says
My thoughts and prayers are with the families. May God bless you and watch over you during this very difficult and sad time.
Anonymous says
Racine Unified Co-worker,
As a Social Worker at Racine Unified School District I had the opportunity to work with a person who was “truly nice” vs. others. I followed your struggle with cancer for the last 15 mos. along with my own cancer of 18 mos. I TRULY UNDERSTAND the pain/discomfort with chemotherapy I felt very blessed that my friend was able to die at home in her own bed. I look forward to seeing you in a world with no more pain,
Cathy A. Vlasek, M.S.W.
Diagnostic Center Racine Unified
Charisa & Milko Antigua says
Dear Sue and Ed, thinking of you both during this difficult time. Our love and prayers are with you. ❤️
Dianna Prust says
So sorry to hear of your loss but they gained a sweet, beautiful angel in Heaven! My continued thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.
Margie Rodriguez Vasquez says
Sorry for your loss Frank, I knew and worked with Sandy at First Bank Southeast. Sandy was a nice and beautiful person, it’s never fair when one leaves us too soon. Knowing Sandy she is probably in heaven surrounded and playing with the little cherubs.
Blessings
Debbie Wisby-Aukerman says
Sandy and I were very close friends when she worked at Racine Unified. Sandy always had a way of communicating so effectively and she always made me laugh. I was so saddened that I wasn’t able to be at the funeral due to our vacation to California falling that same day. I really wanted to be with family and friends to celebrate Sandy’s life. I know the services were special because of Sandy’s input into what she wanted. I think of Sandy often and she will always have a special place in my heart. I am so fortunate to have been able to spend time with Sandy prior to her illness taking a turn for the worse. My deepest sympathy go es out to Frank, Sally, Susan,her brother, and parents. I am in the process of sending a docation to Children’s hospital in Sandy’s name.