Sister Marie Sand

Marie Anna Sand was born on February 25, 1932, the second child of Edward and Margaret Sand. Marie felt very blessed in her childhood. She described her family as faith-filled, being based on respect and responsibility. She was baptized at St Mary Church, Alexandria, Kentucky, and attended St. Mary Elementary School and Notre Dame Academy. The Sisters of Notre Dame had a very strong influence in her life. Marie became an aspirant as a freshman at Notre Dame Academy; entered the Sisters of Notre Dame in February 1950; was professed on August 16, 1952; and made her final vows on August 2, 1957.

Most of her years of religious life were spent in Ohio and Kentucky where she ministered to children of various ages at St Aloysius Orphanage and the Diocese Catholic Children’s Home. Sister was also active in community service at various convents and schools in the Diocese of Covington and at St Leo School, Versailles, in the Diocese of Lexington, Kentucky.

In 2014, Sister retired and moved back to St. Joseph Heights, where she ministered in sewing articles of clothing for the SND mission in Uganda and crocheting beautiful items for sale at the Fourth of July Festival. She happily helped and supported her community.

Sister Marie passed away peacefully on the morning of June 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Michael. Sister leaves behind her beloved nieces and nephews.

For over 72 years Sister Marie poured her life into nurturing others. She tenderly shared her gifts with all, and her absence will be deeply felt. We are grateful for the witness of her gentle strength and dedication. May Sister Marie rest in the love of our good and gracious God.

Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Alexandria, Kentucky. The Tribute Service will begin at 11:00 AM, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial. Interment in the convent cemetery will follow the Mass and reception.

Memorials are requested to The Sisters of Notre Dame (1601 Dixie Hwy, Park Hills, KY 41011).