Melvin Richard “Dicky” Sandy, Sr.

Date of Death: January 7, 2021

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visitation

Amherst Chapel

1600 Amherst Street

Winchester, VA 22601

Thursday 1/14, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

service

Amherst Chapel

1600 Amherst Street

Winchester, VA 22601

Friday 1/15, 10:00 am

Service will be livestreamed through the
Omps Funeral Home website, www.ompsfuneralhome.com
on Dicky’s obituary page

cemetery

Shenandoah Memorial Park

1270 Front Royal Pike

Winchester, VA 22602

(540) 667-2012 |

Friday 1/15

memorial

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Charity of Donor’s Choice

Melvin Richard “Dicky” Sandy, Sr., 79, of Frederick County, VA went to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday, January 7, 2021, at Winchester Medical Center due to COVID-19.

Dicky was born in 1941 in Frederick County, VA, son of the late Robert and Janie Sandy. He was a Supervisor with Washington Gas and Light retiring after 30+ years of service. Dicky operated construction equipment, and even after retirement continued to work, because that’s what he enjoyed doing. He was a member of Shawquon Ruritan Club, the Antique Automobile Club of America, and a “collector”. Dicky volunteered for many organizations. He had a true love of animals and people that were kind to animals. He never met a stranger and NEVER let anyone go hungry (human or animal), was just a very all-around generous person. Dicky was a member of Stephens City United Methodist Church.

His wife, Ethel Lee Sandy, whom he married on March 16, 1963 in Frederick County, VA, preceded him in death in 2016.

Surviving is a son, Melvin Richard “Rick” Sandy, Jr. and wife, Judy of Winchester, VA; and a sister, Nancy Slonaker and husband, Jimmy of Stephens City, VA.

Along with his parents and his wife, Dicky was preceded in death by a brother, Robert L. Sandy, Jr.

A visitation will be from 6 pm to 8 pm on Thursday at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.

A funeral service will be conducted at 10 am on Friday at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel with Pastor Jackie Battles officiating. Interment will be in Shenandoah Memorial Park, Winchester, VA.

Those who cannot attend Dicky’s service can stream it live through his obituary page on the Omps Funeral Home website – www.ompsfuneralhome.com.

The family expresses a sincere thank you and blessings to the heroic healthcare workers at Winchester Medical Center that tried so desperately to nurse Dicky back to health. The family saw firsthand what these heroes have to endure on a daily basis, and it was so appreciated.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Dicky’s memory to a favorite charity of the donor’s choice.

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Timothy Sandy & Family

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Shirley Dillon

Fontella Newman

Amherst Chapel

1600 Amherst Street

Winchester, VA 22601

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Thursday 1/14, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Amherst Chapel

1600 Amherst Street

Winchester, VA 22601

Map

Friday 1/15, 10:00 am

Service will be livestreamed through the
Omps Funeral Home website, www.ompsfuneralhome.com
on Dicky’s obituary page

Shenandoah Memorial Park

1270 Front Royal Pike

Winchester, VA 22602

(540) 667-2012 | Map

Friday 1/15

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Charity of Donor’s Choice

Melvin Richard “Dicky” Sandy, Sr., 79, of Frederick County, VA went to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday, January 7, 2021, at Winchester Medical Center due to COVID-19. Dicky was born in 1941 in Frederick County, VA, son of the late Robert and Janie Sandy. He was a Supervisor with Washington Gas and LightContinue Reading

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I'm so sorry to hear if the passing of Dicky. He was neighbors to my parents for years. My condolences to his family and friends. He was a kind and caring person. The cats will miss him too!

My good friend, May you Rest In Peace with the Lord. Well miss seeing you at breakfast.

My prayers and thoughts to Rick and Judy. One of many fond memories included the time Uncle Dicky took me on my 1st motorcycle ride around grandma's house. What a thrill! I will sincerely miss him. He is now with the angels and your mom.

On behalf of all of us at the Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation.

RIP, Dicky, you were a very kind soul!

Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.

Mr. Sandy was an amazing volunteer for many years for Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation. We truly appreciate all the help you provided to us. Sending many prayers to Mr. Sandy's family and friends.

A gentleman, Dicky will be missed.

So sorry to hear of Dicky's passing, my late husband, Dick & I, used to mow the farm. We have many happy memories from there. Dicky was a kind man & will be missed. Prayers from me & my Mom, Hazel Iser, for his family.

Ricky was a special gentleman who showed gentleness and kindness to everyone. We were recipients of help and use of his equipment for several weeks after a fire in 2014 ,and were so grateful! We will always remember what a friend he was! May The Lord watch over his family and bring strength and peace at this time. We'll keep you in our prayers.

What a beautiful service. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & Judy. Dicky was a very special uncle.

I want to express my condolences to the Sandy family. I just learned of his passing. Dicky will be missed.

I really liked him and most of all I respected him. A fine and gentle man.

In memory of Melvin Richard "Dicky" Sandy, Sr., Craig kleman lit a candle

I would like to express my deepest sympathy regarding Dickie's passing! He was a wonderful person. We at Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation will be forever grateful for everything he did for the battlefield and the friendship he shared with everyone who knew him. He will be greatly missed! Jeannette Shaffer President, CCBF

Dick and I both went to work at Shenandoah Gas in the summer of 1966 and retired in 1996-1997. He was a great guy and friend. We kept in touch and often talked about how things had changed since we were younger. But Dick never changed over the years, he was the same great guy and friend.

Deepest Condolences to the Family. Dicky will greatly be missed.. LOVE & PRAYERS of Comfort.

Prayers for The Family. Dicky was a Awesome Cousin , the best! He will always be remembered and greatly missed.

I am very sorry to hear this. Sending prayers to his family and friends. He will be missed for sure.

The world just lost a true original. I met Dicky in 1979 when I began working for Shenandoah Gas. He was quick to make you feel like you belonged. Is is true......he never met a stranger. I will forever remember his sense of humor and his generosity. I was visiting him once and he tossed me the keys to one of his Harley's and said "let's go to dinner".

So sorry for your loss

Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.

Loss of a good friend and mentor, always enjoyed talking about all of his toys. offer for me to play with them. RIP

Rick, Our Thoughts and Prayers with you and family. So sorry for your loss.

Was a great man will sadly be missed. My condolences to the family and friends

My most sincere sympathies to Ricky and Judy, and Nancy Slonaker. One of many memories, is when Dicky bought his 1965 Comet. He, Ethel, Tommy and I went to Florida, and I celebrated my 21st Birthday there in Sarasota. There are many fond memories of our friendship over so many years, with Ricky and my children, either at their home, our home or the Farm in WV. Rest in Peace, Dicky. We all loved you and will miss you!

In memory of Melvin Richard "Dicky" Sandy, Sr., Donnie Elsea lit a candle

Dear Nancy and your Family ~ My sincere sympathy to you in the passing of your brother, Melvin. I'm sure that Mom, Katy Claytor, Maxine Boyd, and Jimmy Carbaugh warmly welcomed him and they are talking about the good old days in Stephens City. May loving and happy memories give you comfort and peace. Sincerely, Danna Doyle ?

Sorry for your loss sending prayers for the family

Sorry for your loss. We know he will be missed by all. Dale Ballenger and family

Nancy and all Dickie's family, so very sorry for your loss, such a dear friend to all who knew him, the greatest smile and fun to be around. He will be missed, love ya Dickie, rest in peace friend. Shirley & Gary

Dicky was one of my closest friends, we worked together and enjoyed gas engine collecting among other interest. You will be missed my friend.

We are so very sorry for your loss. Dicky was such a good friend and will be missed

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Dicky was a really great friend and one of the nicest people you could ever meet. He was always willing to help people when they needed it and didn't except nothing in return. He will be greatly missed. Rima McFarlane

I am sorry for the loss of your father. Uncle Dicky was a great guy. I will cherish the times we had with him and Aunt Ethel when we lived next door to them. If you need anything just let us know, we are here for you. Love, Beverly and Scott Whitacre

In memory of Melvin Richard "Dicky" Sandy, Sr., Jason Yancey lit a candle

Ricky, He'll be missed by so many. Some of my favorite memories include Dicky and just being at your house when I was young. He was still helping me out as an adult. So sorry for your lose.

In memory of Melvin Richard "Dicky" Sandy, Sr., Judy and Tommy Yancey lit a candle

Rick and Judy you are both in my prayers. Uncle Dickie will be missed. He was always smiling. I remember him at Grandma’s house when we were kids. He was always kind to us. I pray the good memories you have will comfort you and knowing he is with your Mom now. God Bless

I am sending you my prayers. I pray that GOD will send you peace that overcomes all understanding wraps his arms around you and gives you strength you and the whole family he'll be very well missed He was a awesome man lots of love Joe lewis

We will treasure our Memories forever. I especially remember the 1965 Comet and our trip to Sarasota! What a wonderful time we had celebrating my 21st Birthday there with you and Ethel., I also fondly remember the trips to Cooper mountain and the good times shared there as well at your home and ours. To Ricky, please remember, if Tommy and I can do anything for you and Judy, just give us a call. We love you!

In memory of Melvin Richard "Dicky" Sandy, Sr., Tom Brogan lit a candle

Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.

Dicky, you will be missed. Enjoy your hobbies in heaven

Words cannot express how much Dicky is going to be missed. To Ricky, Judy and the rest of Dicky's family, my sincere sympathies, prayers, love and hugs. The world was a much better place with him in it.

Prayers to the family

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.