Sandra Joy Moloney (née Rees) passed away peacefully on September 7, 2026, in the arms of her family after a courageous journey with brain cancer.
She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of nearly 40 years, Peter; her two daughters, Jessica (Justin) Okerman and Emily (Mackenzie) Moloney; her father, Reg Rees; as well as numerous extended family members and friends. Sandra was predeceased by her mother, Peggy Rees.
Sandra was born February 20, 1963 in Montreal to Reg and Peggy Rees. Sandra’s love of travelling was fostered in her childhood on the many Rees family vacations with her parents and younger siblings Sue (Michael) McGee and Doug (Nellie) Rees. While working for CN Rail in Montreal, Sandra met the love of her life, Peter, and they were married September 13, 1986. Blessed with two daughters, Sandra chose to stay home to raise their family while they lived in Kamloops and Winnipeg before finally settling in St. Albert. Sandra returned to work for the City of St. Albert in 2000, ultimately finding her home in the Culture Department where she formed life-long friendships and supported the St. Albert Children’s Festival. She retired from the City in 2019 and joined PSCL where she built a new work family supporting employee recruitment and retention. Throughout her life, Sandra was an active volunteer in her community through her daughters’ schools and activities and her church. She continued to love to travel and was never happier than sitting on the deck of a cruise ship with her knitting.
Thank you to Dr. Omene and the entire team at the Cross Cancer Institute for their care of Sandra after her cancer diagnosis. Special gratitude to Dr. Kerry Pawluski, Danessa and the palliative care team, and Evelyn and the Alberta Homecare Solutions team that allowed Sandra to remain comfortably at home for the remainder of her life.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 11:00 am, at St. Augustine’s – Parkland Anglican Church, 131 Church Rd, Spruce Grove. Light lunch to follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Sandra’s name to the Cross Cancer Institute via the Alberta Cancer Foundation.
A ready smile, a kind word, a caring heart – that was Sandra…
Wishing you moments of peace.
Thank you Sandyne. ♥️
Dear sweet Sandra~ you were the perfect example of love to your family , friends and anyone you encountered~ Godspeed ~
Hugs and peaceful wishes to Our Moloney Family during this difficult time, Anita Moloney
Thank you Anita. ♥️
Peter and family. Condolences to you and your family. We knew Sandra from our involvement with the Children’s Festival. She was very helpful and had a great personality.
Lee Weiszhaar and Members of the Optimist Club of St Albert
Thank you, Lee. Your involvement at the Festival was enjoyed by many people. I also remember working the bingos with your group as a thank you for sponsoring my daughter at her science camp.
We are so very sorry for your loss Emily, and family. Sending big, big love your way. ♥️
“I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Thank you Linda. I was talking about you this week with a few CN retirees. I would like to meet up with you and Nellie for a coffee.
So very sorry to hear this news. Sandra was such a lovely person, and devoted to her family. All who knew her will miss her so much. May she rest in peace.
Thank you Kathie. ♥️
So sorry for your loss. Sandra was a lovely neighbour and we enjoyed our conversations over the fence and in the front yard. Our deepest condolences to the entire Moloney family.
Thank you Franz and Darlene! Lots more conversations to continue on the driveways.
Dear Cuzin Peter. I was so glad that I got a chance to visit with Sandra and you last month.
What a difficult journey for you all! You were an amazing and supportive husband throughout.
I always enjoyed spending time with Sandra, but especially during our trips and visits the last few years.
Sandra can now rest in peace after such a tough final chapter. I do hope that she can direct loads of peace to you, Emily, Jessica & Justin and Reg in the days ahead. I’ll be with you in spirit on the 26th.
Love to you all! 💚
Thank you, Karen ♥️
Dear Peter and family, my sincere and deepest sympathy on the passing of Sandra. She always had a smile and peace on her face that to me was a light that shone through her. As we celebrate her funeral today, may God’s love and peace comfort you all. May her light shine through each of you and her memory be eternal. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Thank you very much, Nellie ♥️
I am very sorry for your loss. I was truly blessed to have you as neighbors and friends. Thank you for giving me a chance to say goodbye to Sandra. The ceremony today was lovely and you all did a great job at a very difficult time. My love to you all.
Thank-you, Brenda. ♥️
Condolences to Peter and family. I had the privilege of working with Sandra at PSCL, and quickly grew to appreciate what a wonderful person she was.
Thanks, Mark
I met Sandra when she was visiting her mother Peggy and I was visiting my wife Betty at Youville Home. Their rooms were across the hall from each other. Sandra was very kind to me and especially Betty , who she would visit in her room from time to time. Both Betty and Peggy are now gone, but both benefited greatly from Sandra’s caring spirit. A beautiful lady in every way.
Thank you, Bill. Sandra enjoyed meeting and getting to know you and Betty. ♥️
Sandra was my partner in crime at PSCL, I enjoyed working with her and will miss her smiling face. Condolences to you all
We send condolences and warm hugs to Peter, Jessica and Emily. You were blessed with a dynamic, generous and thoughtful wife and mother. Isn’t it wonderful that you loved and were loved by such a person who makes saying goodbye so difficult. It was just “yesterday” we had the privilege of sharing Science Camp adventures with your family. We are forever grateful for that time, for meeting all of you and for the sharing of our lives. Thank you for sharing Sandra with us over those years. It was an honour.