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Official Obituary of

Katherine M. Sands

July 21, 2024

Katherine Sands Obituary

Katherine (Kay/Katie) M. Sands of Greene

Katherine M. Sands, 82, of Greene passed away on July 21, 2024. She was predeceased by her parents, Elmer and Helen Ingraham; brother, James Ingraham; sister-in-law, Cindy Ingraham and longtime companion, Harry Dodd. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Christine and Curt Pollard; brother, Richard Ingraham; grandchildren, Christopher (Nicole), Heather (Clifford) and Jessica; great-grandchildren Abigail, Elizabeth, Charlotte, Colton and Patric; niece, Heather (Elzy); nephew, Jared (Starla) and great-nephews, Easton and Holden; long time friends Bobbi Badger, Jean Stevens and her loving cat, Lilly Rose.

 Kay was loved and cherished by her family and friends.  She will be missed greatly by all that knew her.  She had a very close and special relationship with her daughter and was an amazing mom.  Kay retired from Victory/Great American after 33.5 years in 2002. She enjoyed kayaking, gardening and loved to mow her lawn.  She was always ready to help her neighbors and friends with whatever they needed, especially with yard work and pet sitting. Her family and friends always requested her lasagna, apple pie and oatmeal raisin cookies.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: Every Cat's Dream, 1270 NY State Highway 206, Greene, NY 13778. Private funeral services are under direction of Root Funeral Home 23 North Chenango Street, Greene, NY 13778 and condolences may be sent to the family at www.rootfh.com.

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