Ruth "Sandra" Mcewen Philion

Ruth “Sandra" McEwen Philion 88, passed away on Wednesday morning December 21st at the Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing.

Born in New York City, Sandy was the daughter of the late Dr. Frederick and Ruth (Lee) McEwen. A former resident of Ft. Edward, Sandy was a graduate of Fort Edward High School.

A former postal worker in the mailroom at the General Electric Company, Sandy retired from the Hallmark Nursing Center, in Schenectady.

A member of the Rotterdam Seniors, Sandy loved traveling with her husband Raymond.She loved entertainment stemming from her youth living in Brooklyn NY before moving to Fort Edward, NY. She loved dancing, movies, Broadway shows and fine dining. She also loved art such as drawing and gardening. She took much pride in cooking meals every night for her family dinner.

Predeceased in 2021 by her beloved husband Raymond M. Philion, Sandy is survived by her daughters, Catherine Philion of Niskayuna, Annette Shafer of Guilderland and Mary Schaffhouser (Mark) of Horseheads, NY, her 4 grandchildren, Amy Williams, Rene'e Shafer, Tracy Shafer and Mark Schaffhouser (Caitlin) and her 2 great grandchildren, Mecca and Nassear Ahmed.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday December 27th from 11 to 12 noon at Bond Funeral Home, Broadway & Guilderland Avenue, Schenectady, NY followed by a service at 12 noon.

Interment in Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery will follow.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Animal Protective Foundation, 53 Maple Avenue, Scotia, NY in Sandy’s memory.