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Sandy Esquibel Obituary

Sandy Esquibel 05/19/1961 ~ 11/17/2010 CARLSBAD -- Sandy Esquibel was born May 19, 1961 in Carlsbad, Calif. A North County resident her entire life, she worked for Ralphs Grocery for over 25 years. Sandy was a sun goddess who loved the pool, a glass of wine, music, and hanging out with her dozens of close friends. A wonderful mother to Zack and Travis, devoted wife to Steve for 28 years, amazing grandmother to Emory and Evan, terrific sister to Josh (Kristen) and Sue, and finally loving daughter of Jane and Phil Machamer. Beloved and admired by everyone she ever met. Always the life of the party and always made everyone smile. A celebration of her Life party will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 3rd at The Windmill Banquet Hall, 890 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, Calif. 92011-4443. (760) 431-0364. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in her memory to Ovarian Cancer Research Fund, 14 Pennsylvania Plaza, Suite 1400 New York, NY 10122. Sign the Guest Book online obits.nctimes.com

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Published by North County Times on Nov. 21, 2010.

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Charlie,Andy,Joey,&Gary Cruz

December 10, 2010

Our condolences to Steve,Travis and Zac.We hope that the three of you can cope with such a great loss,they say that time heals all and things pass,We hope the pain heals but don' ever let the situation pass think of her everyday, keep her in your minds and heart daily she will be with you always

Melissa Sawasaki

December 5, 2010

Sandy was a beautiful soul! I know Mark greeted her with a bottle of wine and they are both saying, "How the hell did this happen?" Two amazing people taken from us too soon.... my love to all the family, and Steve. Take care.

Terry Quezada

December 4, 2010

Sandy, you will be missed dearly.to sandys family and friends you are in our prayers ,.sorry for your loss.rest in peace dear friend.

terry quezada

December 4, 2010

to all sandys family and friends,you are in our prayers,we just lost a beautiful star,sandy you will be missed dearly.

bethany lindstedt

December 3, 2010

Sandy was an amazing light. Her family is so courageous. Steve- the strength you showed was unparalleled. Bless you and your family- Bethany RN.

Adrianna Nuanes-Connor

December 2, 2010

Steve- you and the boys are in our prayers! Sandy was a very special woman and she will always be with us in spirit!
With love,
Matt, Adrianna, and kids

Gina Walters

December 1, 2010

Steve, family and friends, Sandy will be your guiding light. As everyone has said; her smile, her laugh, her spirit... we will never forget and will always be with us.

November 28, 2010

Sandy was a beautiful soul! I know Mark greeted her with a bottle of wine and they are both saying, "How the hell did this happen?" Two amazing people taken from us too soon.... my love to all the family, and Steve. Take care.

Lisa Manders Ortega

November 27, 2010

I am so saddend to read this about Sandy. I was lucky to have worked with her at Ralphs many years ago. Although it has been over a decade since I've seen her I will always remember her gorgeous face, and amazing personality. As everyone has said she was one of a kind!
May her family find some comfort in their cherished memories.

Eric and Beth Camera

November 27, 2010

Just a few days before she died, Sandy told me she had no regrets. What a wonderful legacy you left Sandy, showing us all how to live life to the fullest. We miss you Sandy. And we celebrate you and your special way of bringing brightness to every day.

Harry & Cynde Johnson

November 27, 2010

We always thought of Sandy as a member of our family. Our girls, Janae, Cheri & Chris shared so many good times as friends growing up together. We all loved her beautiful smile and that mischievous sparkle in her eyes. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Blessings, Harry & Cynde Johnson

David San Miguel

November 27, 2010

Steve-Travis Zach, are deepest condolences to your family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Take care and God Bless.

San Miguel family, Lake Elsinore, CA

November 27, 2010

My sympathy goes out to the entire Esquibel/Machamer Family. Sandy was an old friend of whom I have such fun, special, childhood memories. I am so sorry to hear of her passing.
Karen Meertens (Lynch)

November 26, 2010

Sandy, you were so fun to work with, and will be missed by so many people. I don't think you realized how many people you have touch in your lifetime. You were such a good person....this is a big loss to so many....love you,
Michele

Michael and Jo Marie Cerda

November 26, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Chelsea

November 23, 2010

From the moment I met Sandy she drew me in. Her magnetic personality, her beautiful smile, and her amazing sense of humor. She was always so warm and had am amazing ability to keep things real. It seems so unfair that she was taken from this world at such an early age. My prayers go out to her family. I pray we remember her greatness instead of focusing on the why. This world isn't as bright without you Sandy!

Susan Wightman

November 23, 2010

Our deepest condolences to Steve, the boys and Sandy's family. We will always remember the wonderful times we had when the boys played ball together and the get togethers as families. Sandy always looked beautiful and had a smile on her face! She is now an angel looking down on the ones she loves so much.
Our prayers and deepest sympathy,
The Wightman Family

Dennise Valls

November 23, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with Sandy's family during this difficult time. The memory I will always have of Sandy is her beautiful smile!!!

November 23, 2010

It's been years since we have been in the same social circle, back when Travis and Bryce were playing baseball on the Sharks. Our condolences go out to your family, we are so sorry for your loss.

Bryce Carrier and family

November 22, 2010

Sandy,

You had the most amazing crystal beautiful blue eyes, not to mention that beautiful tan. You're shinning personality and fun loving outlook on life will surely be missed, especially by your loving husband, children, family & friends.

Michelle Janik, San Diego, CA

Annette Landman

November 22, 2010

Sandy, I will truly miss your beautiful smile and your happy-go-lucky attitude. I hope all the wonderful memories will help lessen the pain for your family. Rest in peace....

Bart & June Pasini

November 22, 2010

To The Esquibel and Machamer Families, Our deepest regret and condolences on the loss of your Beautiful Sandy. We remember her spunk and liveliness. She was one of the prettiest girls in Carlsbad High School. With our Sympathy,

November 22, 2010

Sandy, everything about you spoke volumes about living life! You are amazing, spunky and beautiful through and through! Sheryl Moran (Portland, OR)

Adella Salazar -Myers

November 22, 2010

Sandy you will be loved and missed by so many. The memories that we all share will be remembered always.. You are in a better place with no more pain. As for you Steve, Travis, and Zack, stay strong you know she was a very strong woman and she would want you all to go on and live life to the fullest as she always did.. love and prayers to you all..

Janine Tampon

November 22, 2010

Sandy no words can express how much you mean to me and how you will be missed! Love you and your family very much. I am very blessed to have been one of your best friends and will charish all the fun memories.You and I will meet again
When we're least expecting it
One day in some far off place
I will recognize your face
I won't say goodbye my friend

Sandy, Lisa and Janine at Ralphs Carlsbad

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November 22, 2010

James Garcia

November 22, 2010

Sandy, rest in peace. You were such a beautiful person inside and out, and terrific mom to Zach and Travis. You will be missed.

James (Arizona)

Camille Allen

November 22, 2010

Sandy your beautiful spirit and great energy will live on with everyone. You touched everyone and you will be sadly missed. All my love goes out to your family as they will miss you greatly.

Patricia Grande

November 22, 2010

Rest in Peace Sandy. You will be greatly missed. I will always have great memories of you.

april

November 21, 2010

SandY I admired everything about you the day we met! I knew i was blessed to be apart of your family and will continue to cherish every memory. You will truly be missed. I hope you are enjoying the sun, plenty of wine and partying in peace! <3 april~

We will all miss our dear friend who did have the best smile! Sandy you are and will be missed by us all! Forever in our hearts! Love you Shug! S&M

Shawn and Melissa Matteson

November 21, 2010

November 21, 2010

There are far too few people in this world with the spirit and love of life that Sandy shared with everyone she met. She will be missed by all of us whose lives she touched. Love to the Esquibels and all who are affected by her loss.
Keith and Madison Albright

November 21, 2010

It was such a privilege to meet Sandy and your wonderful family during her stay at Tri City. Some patients touch me in a special way...I will always remember her kindness and that beautiful smile. May God hold you close.
Linda inskeep RN

Penelope Flannery

November 21, 2010

In loving memories of my amazing, loving,caring giving friend Sandy!! Thank you for the gift of your friendship. You touch my heart.... forever! Steve,Travis,Zach and family your in my thoughts and prayers.

November 21, 2010

My heartfelt condolences go out to the family of Sandy. We all shared many wonderful times with her that we will never forget. Sandy was a enthusiastic classmate/lancer and a dear friend whom we loved dearly. May she rest in peace. Vincent Cruz

The Hussey's

November 21, 2010

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Arlene Hale

November 21, 2010

Just a note of condolences to all of the family; you had a wonderful, loving wife, mother, sister and daughter...our thoughts and bprayers are with you at this difficult time, Arlene (Machamer) Hale and Nick Hale, Oceanside, CA

Crystal Dodson

November 21, 2010

Sandy's beautiful smile and laugh will be sadly missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with her family. I will treasure my childhood memories of Sandy, playing wiffel ball in the vacant lot, on summer nights.

Crystal (Chris) Dodson -Johnson

November 21, 2010

That beautiful smile will be missed. I will treasure my childhood memories with Sandy. Our family sends our love and prayers of comfort to her family.

November 21, 2010

Our prayers are with Sandys family love Jennifer and Scott Threlfall

Nancy Bieksha-Valentine

November 21, 2010

Sandy was one of the most beautiful women I have ever met in my life. Our paths continued to cross after high school and she was radiant with that smile of hers. My love and prayers to all of the Machamers. Nancy Bieksha Valentine

Carolyn Nestor Fehr

November 21, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Sandy years ago and she touched my heart and soul then and now. One beautiful woman you will never forget. Her smile and positive attitude and love for her family and friends were incredible. She was truly an inspiration to many and she made this world a better place with her kindness, cant say enough except she was one of a kind and if you had the pleasure of knowing her you will never forget her...What a special person to have known. My thoughts and prayers are with her family, She was and always will be an Angel.

Lori Miller

November 21, 2010

In loving memory...Rest in peace, Sandy.

Sue DeDiminicantanio

November 21, 2010

Such a tragic loss! May her family be comforted by all their memories with Sandy!!!!

Bridget Ferrer

November 21, 2010

Sandy was a bright light in this world! She will continue to shine in the hearts of all who knew her....

November 21, 2010

Dear Sandy and Family- I am so sorry for the loss of this wonderful person. I remember Sandy when she was 10 years old when the familes would get together. You always had that smile of yours that just lit up the room.You were always happy and had your smiling face on. I know were never kept in touch,as most people have so much going on in their lives as we all get older, but I really enjoyed the times when I came by Ralph's and we talked and laughed about old times. We never plan on this happening to any of us,and this is another reason when we see friends from the past- 'TELL THEM IT WAS GOOD SEEING YOU AGAIN AND GIVE THEM A HUG AND TELL THEM YOU LOVE THEM." It's sad that it takes death in one's life to bring this out but I am VERY GLAD" that when we saw each other that we were able to do that. You will be greatly missed and Sandy " I LOVE YA" Love your friend from the past and in the future- Butch S. Class of 1974

November 21, 2010

Sandy always had a big welcome smile and combned with her great sense of humor made the trip to Ralphs always fun. She was a leader in the field of good old human relations! We loved going to see her and will miss her beautiful smiling face. Sheila and Jerry Scala - Encinitas CA

Leesa Shlemmer-Beerman

November 21, 2010

I have no doubt you are the brightest star in Heaven right now. You have left your footprints on so many hearts. God Bless you and your family and friends who will miss you dearly.

Melody Kitchens

November 21, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

In His Name,

jaimee tisdale olson

November 21, 2010

Sandy would always light up a room with her smile and energy. She will be greatly missed, but will live on in our hearts with the many, fun and beautiful memories.. RIP, Sugar~

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