Obituary

Sandra ruth orletsky, 76, of charleston, passed away at her residence on friday, september 23, 2016.
Sandy was born in washington, dc, to the late stephen and evelyn patterson orletsky.
Sandy was a long-time employee of appalachia education laboratory/edvantia and ended her career as director of professional development. She was a valued mentor and colleague at the lab and touched many educators during her long tenure. She was an animal lover to the end and cherished her furry family members. Sandy had a larger than life personality and had a huge impact on all she met.
She was a graduate of american university, teachers college of columbia university, and did post-graduate work at the ohio state university. She was a longtime member of magic valley kennel club, phi mu sorority, was active with soroptimist international of charleston, and a supporter of ywca sojourners.
She is survived by her life partner, beth rutledge, and her furry companions jake and mata hari;
brother, richard s. (patricia) orletsky of norfolk, va; nephews, bob (cathy) orletsky and mark orletsky; nieces, rachel, jillian and stephanie orletsky.
Memorial service will be held at a later date.
Thanks to all her medical providers; visiting angels, especially connie, faye and summer, who helped her in the last few months of her life.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: pembroke welsh corgi rescue, c/o sue geiger, 285 e. London grove road, west grove, pa 19390-9225, ywca sojourners, or a charity of your choice.
You may send condolences to the family at: www.Barlowbonsall.Com
barlow bonsall funeral home has been entrusted to handle the arrangements.