SALISBURY — Astrid Daphne Satre passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, in Sarasota, Florida, after spending the last year and a half at a rehabilitation center. She was 87 years old.
Born on April 11, 1939, in Salisbury, Connecticut, Astrid was the only daughter of Astri and Magnus Satre. Her parents emigrated from Norway in the early 1900s and settled in Twin Lakes, Connecticut, where she spent her childhood surrounded by the beauty of the Berkshire foothills and the rich Norwegian heritage that remained an important part of her identity throughout her life.
Gifted with artistic talent from an early age, Astrid attended the University of Denver, where she earned a degree in Art. She began her professional career in New York City as a commercial artist, but her adventurous spirit soon led her in a different direction.
In 1963, Astrid joined Norwegian Cruise Line, embarking on an extraordinary chapter of her life. She sailed around the world six times, visiting countless countries and experiencing cultures across the globe. Along the way, she formed lifelong friendships with people who remained dear to her throughout her life.
In 1969, Astrid married and later became the proud mother of two children, Vibeke and Vidar. After her marriage ended, she devoted herself to raising her children on her own in Norway. Her strength, determination, and unwavering love provided them with a secure and caring home, and her example of resilience left a lasting impression on both of them.
In 2005, Astrid returned to the United States to reconnect with her roots. She divided her time between Connecticut and Florida, enjoying the changing seasons of New England and the warmth of the Florida sunshine. It truly gave her the best of both worlds.
Creativity remained a constant throughout Astrid’s life. Whether through drawing, quilting, or sewing, she found joy in making beautiful things with her hands. Her artistic eye, patience, and attention to detail were evident in everything she created, and many family members and friends will cherish the quilts and handmade gifts she lovingly shared.
Astrid will be remembered for her adventurous spirit, her creativity, her quiet strength, and her deep love for her family and friends. From a small town in Connecticut to voyages across the world’s oceans, she lived a life filled with curiosity, courage, and meaningful connections.
She is survived by her daughter, Vibeke; her son, Vidar; and many dear friends in both the United States and Norway whose lives were enriched by her kindness, warmth, and enduring friendship.
Her family finds comfort in knowing that her remarkable journey came full circle—from the Norwegian heritage that shaped her family, to a life that crossed oceans, and finally back to the country where her story began.
She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
