Sandra (Mercando) Buffone

Sandra (Mercando) Buffone, 71 of Worcester passed away after a brief illness, surrounded by the ones she loved, Monday March 4^th, 2019.

Born and raised in Worcester, Sandy was one of three children of Frank J. and Ida R. (Rose) Mercando. She graduated from Commerce High School, met and married Joseph A. Buffone and they settled in Worcester to raise their family. She began her employed years as a Data Entry Specialist for St Vincent Hospital, before accepting a position with the David Clark Company, where she worked for over 20 years before retiring.  

Sandy is survived by her daughter, Gina and her husband Matthew O’Mara, and their children Ellie and John, and her daughter in law, Nancy Buffone, her children Maxx and Grace, all of Grafton; her sister and best friend, Joann Mercando, and her life partner Robert Eager of Charlton; a brother, Anthony Mercando, his wife Sharon, and their children Kristen and Tony of North Carolina, as well as, other loved nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Frank and Ida Mercando, her husband Joseph, and her beloved son John.

Sandy was all about family, she was a special person who enjoyed the simple pleasures of life; spending time with family and friends, large family gatherings; especially Christmas Eve, time spent baking Italian Cookies with loved ones, or simply being at home enjoying her pool. She truly believed that faith, family and friends were the most important and she had room in her heart for everyone she met. Sandy made an unforgettable impression on those lucky enough to meet her. Her faith kept her grounded and helped her through life's challenges. Her passing leaves a hole in our hearts. Sandy will be deeply missed by those who loved her.

Friends and relatives are invited to calling hours Thursday, March 7^th from 4 pm to 7 pm in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. Her funeral will be held Friday, March 8^th from the funeral home with a procession to Our Lady of Loreto Church, where her Celebration of Christian burial mass will be held at 10:00 am. Burial will follow in St. Philips Cemetery, Grafton. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in her name can be made to the Umass Walk for Cancer, care of the Foundation, 333 South St. Shrewsbury 01545.