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Sandra Hoffacker
March 6th, 1949 - August 12th, 2022
March 6th, 1949 - August 12th, 2022
Sandra Hoffacker was born March 6, 1949 in Bradford, Pennsylvania and passed away on August 12, 2022 at Enchanted Living of New Mexico in Albuquerque. At her side were her brother Ben, his wife Theresa and Dr. Rosemary DeCosta. Sandra lived a robust life in barns and fields across Pennsylvania and New Mexico. Her love of horses was a constant joy in her life and she preferred to be outside working on her ranch, tending to her horses and being in nature. Sandra retired with 25 years of service from Solebury School in New Hope, Pennsylvania. While living near Cerrillos she volunteered at the Cerrillos State Park where she loved telling the history of the area. Sandra will be remembered by most as loving and kind to everyone. Sandy was always ready to step us and tackle things whether it was in the kitchen, on the ranch or at Solebury School where she was instrumental in “reviving” the institution for future students. Sandra is survived by her mother Isis Melhado of Canton, N.Y., and her step-mother Rae Hoffacker (Peter Papas) Brothers: Ben Hoffacker, III (Theresa), Charles Hoffacker, Matthew Hoffacker, (Beth). Half-sisters-Troby Parrish and Mimi Key. Neices: Kelly Gonzales (Steven), Carly Harriss (Matthew), Jessica Key, Logan Key, Abby Hoffacker. Nephews: Charles (Beau) Hoffacker, (Becca), Benjamin Hoffacker, IV (Antoinette Martinez), Patrick Hoffacker, and Erik Sena. Great-nieces & great nephews: Lilly, Asah and Rio Gonzales, Ethan Hoffacker, Oceanna Key, Aurora Harriss Declan Harriss, Alyssa and Howie Sena.
The Family would love to give a heartfelt thank you with much gratitude to Dr. Rosemary DeCosta, her husband Sam and daughter Danielle, for the exceptional care they gave Sandy at Enchanted Living of NM in Albuquerque. In addition, thank you to High Desert Hospice, Theresa Wright and the staff at Central Desert in Albuquerque, The Kingston in Santa Fe and St. Vincent’s Christus.
A memorial celebration will take place on September 24, 2020 at the Cerrillos Hills State Park from 1:00-4:00 pm.
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Bryant Mitchell
I will always remember Sandy as a kind and warm member of our Solebury family. Rest In Peace Sandy.
Harrison Mccormick
We will miss you dear sandy, so sorry you are gone. You loved the horses running free on your beautiful property.you loved New Mexico with all its art and country side, you loved your family and all your friends and you were dedicated to Solebury School and making connections there. Also your off the grid solar house and inspired us to get solar energy for our house. We saw you six years ago and had a wonderful time seeing both you and your mother. We were very sorry not to have seen your brothers who were away. Would very much like to hear from your family in memory of Sandy. Love Harrison and Patricia McCormick
Susie Spicer
To Sandy’s Family, please accept my heartfelt sympathy on her passing — tears shed today will change into happiness when you remember all the special times. She was a single woman living off the grid and I admired her courage & ability to handle anything life threw her way. This picture was taken about 15 years ago out on the trail with her beloved Bebe. The last time our paths crossed, I was with a friend unloading our horses for a ride and Sandy, in her volunteer uniform at the Cerrillos Hills State Park Visitor Center, rushed outside to remind us to put on plenty of sunscreen! Always well-meaning, caring & thoughtful....
Chip Purkins
It was great to work with Sandy at Cerrillos Park. Her energy was infectious.
Kathy Mays Acker
There are few people in this world that I have admired as much as Sandra, and my mother, (Marwood (Peg) Mays) truly loved her. Sandra would often stop by my Mom’s to chat and have tea, especially in the summer, when she would brave the heat, the bugs & the thorns to pick her much loved red raspberries. My condolences to Charlie & Ben, and all who loved her bright light...
Marianna Hatten
RIP, Sandy. Fly on the wind. Run with the horses. There are no limits for you now. And I know you will forever be helping someone with something.
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