Sandra Alma Barthel
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Oxford, Wisconsin, with Pastor Larry Sheppard officiating. Visitation will take place at the church beginning at 9:00 a.m. and continue until the time of service. A luncheon will be served at the church following the service, with interment to follow at 1:30 p.m. at Easton Cemetery in the Town of Easton, Adams County.
Sandra was born on November 9, 1946, in Portage, Wisconsin, to Arnold and Eleanor (DeWitt) Grabarski. She attended Grand Marsh Grade School and graduated from Adams–Friendship High School. Sandra went on to earn her bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point.
In 1968, Sandra married Timothy H. Barthel in Oxford, Wisconsin. She was an avid quilter, a devoted member of several quilting guilds, and participated in many quilting retreats. Sandra also enjoyed knitting and was known for generously sharing her handmade quilts with anyone in need. Above all, she cherished her time with family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Arnold and Eleanor, and her brother, Bill.
Sandra is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Timothy; their children, Matthew (Lori) Barthel, Michael Barthel, and Michelle (Walt) Moe; her brother, Bob (Aletta) Grabarski; and sister-in-law, Cathy Grabarski. Grandchildren: Chase, Colin, Liz, Walter, Emerson, Summer, William, Winter, and Bruce.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. For online condolences and further information, please visit www.roseberrys.com.
To Michelle,
Many great memories of you n your mom involved in New Directions 4-H. Super lady n no doubt the best grandma evet6.
Our love,
The Kenseth FAMILY
So sorry to have lost a beautiful woman! My condolences to the entire family! We had a special friendship that lasted years. God be with you All!
Tim and family all, my sympathy. It’s hard to loose your spouse.
God’s blessings to you
Tim & family, Bob & Aleta& family.
So sorry for your loss. I remember Sandy when I would be at her parents visiting. Many memories with Bill & Bob.
Gods blessings to you all
I am so sad to hear of Sandi’s passing, so hard to believe. We connected through our knitting machines and then enjoyed talking quilting and sharing what we were working on. Great memories of a great friend, we enjoyed going to quilt shows together. I will miss her so very much. Rest in peace Sandi.
We were saddened to hear of Sandra’s passing. She was one sweet soul. Wishing Tim and all her family peace in the coming days.
Sending all Blessings and Hugs.
So sad and shocked to hear of Sandy’s passing. About six months ago I was in Hobby Lobby buying material and there was Sandy buying material- I recognized her and said hi. She didn’t recognize me I was a lower classmate at AF and she was an upper classmate at the time. She knew my cousin MaryAnn. We talked and became friends on facebook. Love starting
The day with her positive messages. She will be so missed. My sympathy and prayers to her family.
Tim & family : So sorry to hear of Sandy’s passing. We graduated together from A-F high. Sandy was a loving person with a smile that would warm everyones heart. My deepest sympathy to Sandy’s family.
So sad to read this!!! My deepest sympathy to all the family!!!!, Keeping all of you in my prayers!!!!!
Tim, Bob and family members,
So sorry to hear of Sandi’s passing, she was such a kind caring person. Sandi will be missed by many, keep the memories alive
God Bless
Dennis & Mary Schad
Bob and Aletta,
We know how hard it is to lose a sibling. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of Sandy’s family.
I’m sorry to hear of your loss, Michelle. May God bless you and family with confidence in her heavenly happiness.
So sorry for your loss Tim and family. I lived with Sandi 2 summers, and down the hall from her a year at Point. She was the finest young woman, a real role model for all of us. Connecting with her off and on through life, one knew what a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother she was. She will be remembered by many because of the person God made her to be. God’s blessings.
Condolences to you all on the loss of your loved one. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God Bless your family and comfort you all during this sad and difficult time. 🙏
I am so sorry for your loss, prayers for the family.
Bob & Aletta, & Families,
We are ao sorry for your loss. Prayers for the Lord’s Peace & Comfort.
So sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry for your family’s loss of Sandi. Keeping the entire family in my thoughts and prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻.
Sandi was a warm, caring friend. We had fun times on quilting retreats, eating, laughing, and quilting. Sandi will be missed. God’s blessings to her family.
I so enjoyed visiting with Sandi and talking quilting or any type of sewing. Jim will miss seeing his cousin at the annual family picnic. Prayers for all of you.
I’m so sorry on your family’s loss. May God family and friends comfort you during this difficult time
Deepest sympathies to Sandra’s family. She was a wonderful person. God bless her. Rest in Peace Sandra. ✝️🙏
Sorry for your loss. I enjoyed quilting with Sandi. We will miss her.
Tim and family, Sandi was such a thoughtful, generous, positive person, I am sure going to miss talking with her. You can be comforted by the knowledge that she was ready to go. We like to think that there was a joyous reunion when Sandi was greeted by the Lord and her family in Heaven.