Service Information
Sandra “Sandy” S. Curtiss, age 65, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025, at Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.
Funeral Service will be Friday, February 28, 2025, 11:00 A.M., at Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, with interment in Oakland Cemetery, Hutchinson.
Visitation will be Thursday, February 27, 2025, from 5:00-8:00 P.M., at Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson, and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.
Obituary
Sandra “Sandy” Sue (Blake) Curtiss was born on February 10, 1960, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Willis and Mildred (Paul) Blake. Sandy was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in her faith as a youth in 1976, at Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. She received her education in Hutchinson, and was a graduate of the Hutchinson High School Class of 1979.
The summer of 1978, the love of her life, Gordy, introduced himself to Sandy in the unique way only he could, by yelling out “wahoo”. She was unable to resist his charm. On June 16, 1979, Sandy was united in marriage to Gordon “Gordy’ Curtiss at Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. This marriage was blessed with three children, Daniel, Cynthia, and Anthony. Sandy and Gordy resided in Hutchinson. They shared 36 years of marriage prior to the passing of Gordy on August 22, 2015.
Over the course of her lifetime, Sandy worked at numerous places, including Hutchinson Technologies Inc. “HTI” in Hutchinson, 3M in Hutchinson, Starkey’s in Glencoe, Minnesota, Crest Electronics in Dassel, Minnesota, and Burns Manor in Hutchinson. Most recently, she was employed by Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson. Sandy enjoyed visiting with her coworkers and residents. She made many lifetime friends with her coworkers. Sandy was a lifetime member of Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson.
Sandy enjoyed cruising around town with her grandchildren, playing cards and board games; Rook and cribbage being her favorites, visiting casinos, shopping, Bible Study, and scavenger hunting. She was very vocal about her fears and dislikes (snakes, bridges, and heights). Sandy’s most significant moments were spent with her husband, children (their significant others), grandchildren, family and friends.
Sandy enjoyed traveling and visiting with family and friends. Her most memorable trips included a trip to Georgia with the infamous “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” RV with her family, sister Joy and her boys. This trip was extra enjoyable for her with numerous flat tires (6), one blown radiator hose, Gordy picking up numerous hitchhikers, then seeing a sign a few miles later stating “Do Not Pick Up Hitchhikers As They Could Be Escaped Convicts”, and following a series of tornadoes were just a touch of the highlights. Another memorable trip included traveling to Florida with her kids and grandchildren visiting Disney World. She was finally able to meet Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore, and Piglet; her favorite Disney characters. Sandy visited Mississippi with her siter, Joy, and shared the holiday with Airmen who weren’t able to spend it with their families. Unfortunately, Sandy wasn’t able to meet the cast of Duck Dynasty which was one of her favorite shows at the time, as they were out hunting. Sandy’s last trip was in October of 2024. Gordy had promised to take her but sadly passed away before he was able to fulfill that promise. Daniel and his family were honored to share this experience with her and grateful they will forever be able to cherish these memories.
Sandy passed away on February 10, 2025, at Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, on her 65th birthday.
Blessed be her memory.
Sandy is survived by her:
Children, Daniel Curtiss and his wife, Larissa of Hutchinson MN,
Cynthia Bjorge and her husband, Michael of Underwood, ND,
Anthony Curtiss and his partner, Melissa Lopez of Maple Grove, MN;
Grandchildren, Braiden Bjorge and his fiancée, Kailey Chase, Dominick Curtiss, Madyson Bjorge, Lola Strey, Curtiss Bjorge, Lillian Curtiss, Leo Lopez, and Gus Lopez;
Siblings, Gloria Wendlandt, Larry Blake, Michael Blake and his wife, Karna, Shirley Miller, Joy Schmidt and her husband, Gene;
Many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and numerous other family members.
Sandy is preceded in death by her Husband, Gordon Curtiss; Grandparents, Emery and Lillian Blake and Elmer and Fleeta Paul; Parents, Willis and Mildred Blake; Father-in-law, Sheldon Curtiss; and other relatives.
The family of Sandra Curtiss would like to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers and kindness in this time of sorrow. Our wish is that you take the love, joy and happiness you received from Sandra and spread it to those who touch your life. God Bless.
Peggy Manwarren says
Joy i have so many great memories with sandy , Gordy and the kids. I send all my sympathies while remembering all the wonderful cookouts and fun. Hugs she will be greatly missed.
Sueann urich says
Sandy was so kind
Vickie Hennessey says
Sandy was a good friend and person. She always had a smile and took the time to talk with anyone she came across. She had a heart of gold. I’m going to miss her so much, our chats, going to breakfast or coffee. RIP my friend.
Jim helget says
Sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed working with Sandy at the clinic, mostly joking with her and laughing.
Kathy Berghuis says
So sorry for your loss. Have known Sandy since we were kids. We spent time together a lot. She will be missed.
Denise Hanson says
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Sandy and loved our morning talks. She was so nice and had a beautiful soul.
Carolyn Kurth says
My sincerest condolences, thoughts and prayers to all of Sandy’s Family and Friends. Joy my heart aches for you as I know how much you loved your sister and she adored you.
Carolyn Kurth
Vicki Schreiner-Kaiser says
Sandy was one of my dearest friends, we had lots of fun working together back at HTI, went on a lot of walks together and talked alot. Played bingo and going out to grab something to eat whenever my husband was up north. Oh she liked to pick on me especially because I was older than her (only by 3 months) and pulled a few pranks on each other. She had a good sense of humor and a beautiful smile. She will be truly missed and she was a true friend and blessing to all who knew her. Prayers to the family. RIP Sandy.
Rene Marshall Markgraf says
Sandy was a great person. R.I.P. Sandy you will be missed.
Katherine Krienke says
So Sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. We worked together @ HTI, and we shared the same Birthday day.
Fred and Barb Barlau says
Sandy was a good neighbor and friend. So sorry for your loss.
Jeremy says
I’m sorry for you’re loss of Sandy! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. – Sandy McCormick and family
Michelle Flachmeyer says
Dan,Tony, and Cindy sorry about your mom .She was one special lady.I always seen her down at Bingo.And at the Nursing home once in awhile when my dad was there and my mom.She and your dad are together now she always talked about him.You guys were are neighbors for a long time in Cosmos. Hugs and Prayers are with you .
Donna (Ondracek) Engelen says
My sympathies to all. I knew Sandy from school and worked with Millie at Penney’s. Hugs to all of you.
Barb says
I send my sympathy to the family of Sandy
We worked together at Burns Manor& same weekends and continued
Being friends
She was very nice with a smile Sandy will be missed
Barb Schultze
Debra Boelter says
My thoughts and prayers are with Sandy’s family. She was such a kind person. She is now with her love Gordy.
Deb
Larry & Tammy says
We are sending our sympathy to the family of Sandy Curtis during this time. It’s was such an honor to have reconnected with Sandy for the past 10 years, she was a one of a kind friend and coworker. We always had such fun outings, including one of our favorites of being Bible study buddies. Her heart of gold will be truly missed.
Charlie Markert says
Sandy was such a wonderful lady a wonderful sense of humor. I’m a resident at Harmony River and I knew her well. She took care of me well we will all miss her sincerely Charlie Market may she rest in peace and my wishes and prayers go to our family amen.
Vickie Anderson says
My condolences to the family of Sandy. She was a great co worker and will be missed by many. Truly, Vickie
jan schlauderaff Lockwood says
I am sorry for your loss of Sandy!She was a kind and fun loving lady!
Jan Schlauderaff Lockwood
Linda Ann Haley says
Sandy you are a good friend will truly miss you but now you do not have to suffer you are with the angles what better place could you be I will always have a spot in my heart for you much love
Shari Veinen says
I worked at the hospital and met Sandy when she was a Candy stripper. She was always so energetic and happy. I knew when she was coming to help it would be a fun night. Kept in touch even when she graduated and went on with her life. She was always friendly and we visited if we would come across each other. Sorry for your loss, I know she will be missed.
Pam Luedtke says
We played Bingo for the last few years we always had fun .We will miss her now she’s with her husband !