Sandra J. Hautamaki “Sandy” passed away peacefully at home on March 28, 2023 with her loving family by her side after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Funeral services for Sandy will be held on Friday, April 14, 2023 at Grace Presbyterian Church in Beaver Dam at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Chris Davis officiating. AContinue Reading
Sandra J. Hautamaki “Sandy” passed away peacefully at home on March 28, 2023 with her loving family by her side after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer.
Funeral services for Sandy will be held on Friday, April 14, 2023 at Grace Presbyterian Church in Beaver Dam at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Chris Davis officiating. A visitation will be held prior from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the church. Inurnment will be at Oakwood Cemetery in Beaver Dam. Following her burial a reception will be held at the Chapel of the Archangels, 839 Madison Street, Beaver Dam.
Sandy was born on November 1, 1958 to Dale and Lou Ann (Beecher) Muenchow of Beaver Dam. She graduated from Randolph High School. After many jobs working in the restaurant industry, she went on to work for the State of WI for 30 years with the majority of them being in the Dept. of Corrections. She retired proudly as a Deputy Warden.
Sandy’s greatest joy was her son, Ryan Cantafio. Life changed forever when Ryan was killed in Iraq on Thanksgiving Day, November 25, 2004 at the age of 22.
Sandy married the love of her life, Scott Hautamaki, on July 15, 2000. Sandy and Scott enjoyed going for walks, traveling, spending time with family and excursions on the motorcycle, especially exploring small town shops and the many rustic roads of Wisconsin.
Sandy loved spending holidays with family. She planned many meals at her Mom’s. She loved to cook and bake. Her passion was singing rock and roll in the band ALEXIS with her brothers Al, Jim and Tom. Music was a part of Sandy all her life. She also enjoyed singing contemporary music and playing guitar in her church where she also served as an elder.
Those Sandy leaves behind and will deeply miss her include her loving husband Scott, son Tyler (Courtney) Hautamaki, daughter-in-law Amanda Cantafio (fiancé Cory); grandchildren: Ian, Jayd and Hayden Hautamaki, and Mayven Cantafio; her siblings: Al (Christina) Muenchow, Kim (Fritz) Jacobi, Jim (Crissie) Muenchow and Tom Muenchow; mother-in-law Marlene Hautamaki; brother-in-law Jeff (Beth) Hautamaki; nieces and nephews: Aly & Jon Muenchow, Chase and Karissa Niederkorn, James (Lindsay) Jacobi, Steve (Alex) Jacobi, Bryce (Heidi) Muenchow, Mayna and James Muenchow, Zach (Jessica) Hartl, Kieana Bednarek, Rachel and Jenna Muenchow, Hannah (Steve), Lia and Brina (fiancé Joel) Hautamaki; great nieces and nephews: Grant, Willa, George, Gale, Nora, Rowan and Max. She is further survived by her very special sisters at heart, Michelle Schram and Pam Knapp, very special “niece,” Lori Zabel and many other relatives and friends.
Sandy was preceded in death by her parents, her son LCpl. Ryan J. Cantafio, her baby niece Emily Muenchow, and her father-in-law Bob Hautamaki.
The family would like to thank her church family at Grace Presbyterian, all the staff at SSM Home Hospice, her oncologists, all the caregivers at SSM health and everyone else for their support (cards, flowers, prayers) during Sandy’s illness.
In lieu of flowers, if desired, memorials may be directed to either the Gold Star Memorial Trail, https://goldstarmemorialtrailwi.org/ or Grace Presbyterian Church in Beaver Dam.
The Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.koepsellfh.com
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Anonymous
left a message on April 13, 2023:
Our Deepest Sympathy for your loss. We will miss Sandy. What an Amazing Woman.
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left a message on April 13, 2023:
With all of our love, Karl and Patty Linck
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left a message on April 10, 2023:
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Kenn and Dana Gillett
left a message on April 6, 2023:
Sandy was a shining star and a wonderful performer. We will miss her angelic voice at the Dodge County Fair however she is on a much higher stage with her beloved son and mom now. We hope your family feels God's loving arms embracing them thru this very difficult time.
Barbara Wentworth
left a message on April 4, 2023:
Sandy is the epitome of a warrior! She had such Grace and positive energy and showed incredible courage when faced with the loss of her son Ryan. The picture I envision is the long awaited embrace of him as she entered Heaven.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Bob DeYoung
left a message on April 1, 2023:
A great loss for all those who knew her. I worked with her in Corrections. She was a very competent, caring, and talented lady!
Gail Jacobson
left a message on March 31, 2023:
My prayers go out to Scott and the entire family during this time of great loss.
Dani Sebastian
left a message on March 30, 2023:
My sincere condolences to the entire family. Sandy was such a great person. She will be missed.
Margaret Cowen
left a message on March 30, 2023:
I am sorry to hear about Sandy. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joe Hamele
left a message on March 30, 2023:
Sruffy,
So sorry to hear about Sandy, I did not know her long but enjoyed my time at CCI with her.
Take care, Joe
Christine Roberts
left a message on March 30, 2023:
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sue Koehn
left a message on March 29, 2023:
My deepest sympathies to Scott and all of Sandy's family. She was a dear friend for many years. I have many great memories of her beautiful voice. She is now at peace and no longer suffering. I picture her holding Ryan close.
Adam Holton
left a message on March 29, 2023:
Our sincerest condolences to the entire family. From the minute I met her, Sandy was an incredible warrior spirit who had a special grace to her. I am grateful that I knew her and I am deeply saddened to hear this news.
Sue Wade
left a message on March 29, 2023:
I am so sorry to see this, Sandy was the nicest, sweetest person. Loved her smile! My condolences to her husband and the Muenchow family.
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Our Deepest Sympathy for your loss. We will miss Sandy. What an Amazing Woman.
Pink Potpourri Bouquet was purchased for the family of Sandra Hautamaki by Anonymous. Send Flowers
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left a message on April 13, 2023:
With all of our love, Karl and Patty Linck
Arrive in Style was purchased for the family of Sandra Hautamaki by Anonymous. Send Flowers
Anonymous
left a message on April 10, 2023:
Dreams From the Heart Bouquet was purchased for the family of Sandra Hautamaki by Anonymous. Send Flowers
Kenn and Dana Gillett
left a message on April 6, 2023:
Sandy was a shining star and a wonderful performer. We will miss her angelic voice at the Dodge County Fair however she is on a much higher stage with her beloved son and mom now. We hope your family feels God's loving arms embracing them thru this very difficult time.
Barbara Wentworth
left a message on April 4, 2023:
Sandy is the epitome of a warrior! She had such Grace and positive energy and showed incredible courage when faced with the loss of her son Ryan. The picture I envision is the long awaited embrace of him as she entered Heaven.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Bob DeYoung
left a message on April 1, 2023:
A great loss for all those who knew her. I worked with her in Corrections. She was a very competent, caring, and talented lady!
Gail Jacobson
left a message on March 31, 2023:
My prayers go out to Scott and the entire family during this time of great loss.
Dani Sebastian
left a message on March 30, 2023:
My sincere condolences to the entire family. Sandy was such a great person. She will be missed.
Margaret Cowen
left a message on March 30, 2023:
I am sorry to hear about Sandy. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joe Hamele
left a message on March 30, 2023:
Sruffy,
So sorry to hear about Sandy, I did not know her long but enjoyed my time at CCI with her.
Take care, Joe
Christine Roberts
left a message on March 30, 2023:
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sue Koehn
left a message on March 29, 2023:
My deepest sympathies to Scott and all of Sandy's family. She was a dear friend for many years. I have many great memories of her beautiful voice. She is now at peace and no longer suffering. I picture her holding Ryan close.
Adam Holton
left a message on March 29, 2023:
Our sincerest condolences to the entire family. From the minute I met her, Sandy was an incredible warrior spirit who had a special grace to her. I am grateful that I knew her and I am deeply saddened to hear this news.
Sue Wade
left a message on March 29, 2023:
I am so sorry to see this, Sandy was the nicest, sweetest person. Loved her smile! My condolences to her husband and the Muenchow family.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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