Sandra Ann Gaffigan Roof
Roof, 69, of Springfield, died at 8:57 am, Monday, February 3, 2014, at her home. She was born June 19, 1944 in Springfield, to Robert E. and Helen Hood Gaffigan.
She is survived by seven sons, Robert Roof of Richland, MS, Ronald Roof of Ladd, IL, Shaun Roof of Williamsville, William Roof, Michael Roof, Patrick Roof and Joshua Roof all of Springfield: fourteen grandchildren; four great grandchildren; eight nieces and seven nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Gerald Lee Roof; sister, Elizabeth Gaffigan Jennings and brother-in-law, George E. Jennings.
Sandra was of the Catholic Faith. She resided in Springfield all her life and was a graduate of Ursuline Academy. She worked as a bartender for several local establishments and retired from Two Brothers Lounge. She was a sports fan, especially the Chicago Cubs.
Visitation: 4-7 pm, Thursday, February 6, 2014 at Staab Funeral Home.
Funeral Mass: 10 am, Friday, February 7, 2014 at Blessed Sacrament Church with Reverend Jeff Grant officiating. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family at 950 S. Lincoln Ave. #2, Springfield, IL 62704.
loving son posted on 2/9/14
Mom-oats i love and miss you so very much.i miss your calls each day wanting nothing more then to tell me you love me.you did so much with so little over the years, not once do i remember you complaining about anything! YOU raised 8 boys on your own.that alone desribes the difficulties you encountered,and the strength,love and character you have..i promise to do my best at keeping all of us boys together.and to give a swift kick to the a** to any one of us who might need it to stay in line,including myself mom..i know thats what you would want from me..i get comfort in knowing you are in good company,but would do anything to have you back...we all love and miss you so much mom! YOU KEEP SMILING!!