Michael John Sands, age 61, beloved husband of Sharon (nee Haughton) for 31 years; loving father of Michael John Jr. and Thomas B.; cherished poppy of Nicholas, Zoe and Jacob; dear brother of Mary; fond friend of Patty, Heath, Ziggy, Pat and John Joyce. Visitation Sunday, December 13th, from 4 to 8 pm; Funeral service 7 pm at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago. In lieu of flowers please direct memorials to the family. Interment private. For more information 773-774-3232.