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Sandra "Sandy" Berger Obituary

Sandra "Sandy" May Berger (Wilson) was born to her parents, Gloria and Donny Wilson on May 23, 1962 in Portland, Oregon. Sandra was a loving daughter and caring sister. Sandra graduated from Sunset High School in Cedar Mills, Oregon. She lived most of her early years in Oregon but moved to Colorado in 1982. She was the proud mother of Michael Elieff, and later became the devoted grandmother to three grandchildren. She was the loving wife of James Jacob Berger who precedes her in death.

Sandra had a very successful career working as a medical billing specialist for Respironics. She served for 20+ years, always performing her duties with a spirit of excellence.

In her free time, Sandra enjoyed quilting, crafting, traveling, camping, scrap booking, and baking. Family was most important to her, she would do anything for them. She enjoyed time with friends and loved ones.

She is preceded in death by her husband, James “Jim” Berger; father, Donny “Don” Arthur Wilson; and brother, Donny “Don” Wilson.

Sandra passed away peacefully on September 9, 2025. Those left to cherish her memory include; Gloria Johnson (Irving); son, Michael (Jennifer) Elieff; grandson, Michael (Nikki) Elieff; granddaughters Alyssa Flood and Caleigh Elieff; brother, Scott Wilson; and extended family and friends.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Denver Gazette on Sep. 16, 2025.

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Horan & McConaty Funeral Service and Cremation - North Metro/Thornton

9998 Grant St, Thornton, CO 80229

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9998 Grant Street, Denver, CO 80229

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