Sandra Ann Samuelson, 88 of Valparaiso, passed away Monday, August 25, 2025. She was born November 15, 1936, in Gary, IN to the late Halfred and Mary (Cala) Burns. Sandy graduated from Emerson High School in Gary, and received her associate’s degree in accounting from Ivy Tech. She worked as an assistant physical therapist for many years in Michigan City before her retirement. Sandy enjoyed reading and playing word games in her spare time. Her greatest love though, was her family. Spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren gave Sandy so much joy. She will be remembered as a fun-loving and hardworking woman, who loved her family more than anything. Sandy will be dearly missed.
Sandy is survived by her daughters: Laura Dull of Kouts and Kim Werner of Valparaiso; grandchildren: Brett (Heather) Dull, Courtney (Steve) Georgion, Tony Werner, and Christy (Chris) McMindes; great-grandchildren: Trey, Jakob, Dean, and Indie Georgion, Addison Dull, Miles (Hailey) McMindes, Hunter (Ryan) Rodkey, Remington and Laramie McMindes; nephew, Jon (Linda) Cooros; best friend, Gloria Baxter; and many loving nieces, nephew, extended family members, and friends. She was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Terry Dull; siblings: Lawrence Burns and Carroll Cooros; and former spouse, Carl G. Samuelson.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Moeller Funeral Home, 104 Roosevelt Rd., Valparaiso, with a funeral service beginning at 12:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Graceland Cemetery, Valparaiso. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to VNA Hospice NWI.
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I was so sorry to hear about Sandy. My condolences to the family. I wish I could come and see you all and pay my respects to Sandy. Situations beyond my control do not allow me to come. Sandy was a loving and caring person. I know all of her family will miss her terribly. My youngest daughter Angela would always call Sandy big AS. And of course AS stood for Aunt Sandy. Sandy always called her brat. I honestly believe that she will be with her big brother Larry. All my love and prayers go out to the family. -Sally Burns
Dear Dull and Samuelson Family, I just learned of Sandy's passing. My condolences on the loss of your mother and grandmother, sister and aunt. I knew Sandy years ago and she was always sweet and kind. My thoughts are with you in this difficult time. -Julie Dull
We are so sorry to hear of Sandra's passing. Mark has fond childhood memories of going to Sandra's home for fun family gatherings. Unfortunately, we are out of town and unable to express our sympathy in person. We have made a donation to VNA Hospice in Sandra's name. -Mark Machin and Kim Vincent
Dear Laura & Family, May memories of your precious mother, grandmother, & great-grandmother warm your hearts in the days to come. Remember Grief is not "once & done" but a "journey" much like Faith! Sincerely, Jane Pinkerton P.S. Memories of our Parkview years bring smiles! -Jane Pinkerton
Sandy was one of a kind. A joy to be around, and a wonderful client. I will miss her jokes and her incredible sense of humor. Sending my love to her family and friends. -Erin Collins
