WESTFIELD – Sandra E. (Johnson) Briggs, 72, known to her friends as “Sandy”, peacefully left the bonds of this life, on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at her home with her beloved husband Richard by her side. Sandy was born in Springfield on September 20, 1941, a daughter of the late Arthur and Elizabeth (Marsh) Johnson.
Sandy was a graduate of the High School of Commerce in Springfield, Class of 1959. She went on to attend the Chandler School for Women in Boston. Sandy was employed for 25 years by Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company, Springfield; retiring as Secretary to the Vice President. She was a member and served as officer for the Professional Executive Secretaries International. Sandy was an active member of the Living Hope Church, Southwick. She also was a winter resident of Ft. Myers, Florida where she was member of the First Assembly of God.
In addition to her husband of 45 years, Sandy is survived by a sister, Lisa Johnson of Northport, FL; one niece, one nephew, and extended family.
At Sandy’s request her funeral service and burial will be private. No calling hours.
Sandy was a graduate of the High School of Commerce in Springfield, Class of 1959. She went on to attend the Chandler School for Women in Boston. Sandy was employed for 25 years by Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company, Springfield; retiring as Secretary to the Vice President. She was a member and served as officer for the Professional Executive Secretaries International. Sandy was an active member of the Living Hope Church, Southwick. She also was a winter resident of Ft. Myers, Florida where she was member of the First Assembly of God.
In addition to her husband of 45 years, Sandy is survived by a sister, Lisa Johnson of Northport, FL; one niece, one nephew, and extended family.
At Sandy’s request her funeral service and burial will be private. No calling hours.
In her memory, contributions may be made to Living Hope Church, P.O. Box 1227, Southwick, MA 01077.
Southwick Forastiere Funeral Home (413) 569-5306, has been entrusted with Sandy’s final wishes.
Southwick Forastiere Funeral Home (413) 569-5306, has been entrusted with Sandy’s final wishes.
