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Wayne Engelstad
May 14, 2024
Rest in Heaven Chris. You were one of my toughest competitors. That battle we had in semi's in 83' was one for the ages. I always looked forward to our battles and look forward to seeing you one day in heaven. Much respect
October 9, 2011
"Hard to Handle" Sandle still going hard in the paint!!!
Christopher Sandle
March 23, 2011
I did not know him much but I am sure he would have been a good father to me
-Christopher Byron Sandle Jr.
Eva Bowen
November 4, 2010
My heart goes out to Ms. Ruby and the rest of Chris' family. Chris was a dear friend to me as we went to ASU together and I played basketball for the womens team...Actually he was my first love...but we didnt get it right. We kept in contact through ASU, UTEP, time overseas and time playing semipro ball in the States. Sadly it had been about 12 years since we spoke. I looked for Chris many years online...today...one of my down days....I googled his name again. Only to find out that he had passed. Chris I know you are an angel now looking down on and protecting me. I so longed to see you again. I would like to send something to Chris' mom if someone can contact me. I wish I had known i would have flown to Cali to say goodbye. Chris your smile, your heart...everything about you..will be missed. I am so in shock right now and cant stop the tears from flowing down my face... I love you my friend and I miss you...
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Hasseem(Derrick) Abdalla(Cooper)
October 22, 2010
Chris and I have been friends since we were 9 or 10 years old. We grew up directly across the street from each other as teenagers. On our first day of school as Poly students, we walked in those gates together. And the following 3 years would change our lives dramatically (for the best of course). Long after our days at Poly, Chris and I remained the best of friends. Our families became extended due to our friendship. This year, Chris and I made plans to reunite at Poly's homecoming (which is today). But the heavenly father had bigger plans for Chris. I will always love and remember Chris as one of the best friends I've ever known. Peace and Love to his dear mother, sister and family. Thanks for all the good times and memories that span over 35 years. Always be blessed.
Shannon Jones
October 22, 2010
To the family my sincerest sympathy! I'm shocked and hurt by this news! Chris was my marching partner when we graduated in 84' from Poly. Always full of fun and always smiling! There was never a dull moment! Almost all of our classes were together! I will never forget you Chris, we made history together my boy! Your free now sweetheart! Tell my brother hello for me and I Love You Both! Your classmate, Shannon(Lady)Jones
Miniser Evelyn Diane Thomas
October 18, 2010
To the Sandle Family,
My deepest sympathy and condolences. My prayer is that God gives his family and friends the strength to keep on keeping on and continue to live vicariously through Christopher's great vision and legacy he left behind. He was well loved by his friends and peers, but we know that God loved him best ans saw fit to call him home. My prayers is that he Rest In peace, because 1 Thessalonians 4:16 says For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: and Matthew 24:31 goes on to say, and he will send his angels with a loud trumpet call, and they will gather his elect from the four winds, from one end of the heavens to the other. So that let's me know that if we choose to live right, we will see Chris again because he is among the elect. God Bless his children, and entire family, and please know that to be absent from he body is to be present with the Lord, so that lets us know that Christopher is safe resting in the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Pamela Oldham
October 18, 2010
Wow I am really at a loss for words, my dear brother and friend Mr. Chris Sandle B.K.A Hard to Handle Sandle well my heart goes out to the family with my deepest condolences. You will be truly missed but Never forgotten. R.I.P my friend, much love from Class of "84" Polyette. So hard to be a Rabbit, So hard to be a LONG BEACH RABBIT were *1 and u know that. Love ya Chris.
Eugene Martindale
October 15, 2010
I met Chris in 1984 while he was in high school. We used to ball it u at the rec behind Poly. Over the years we had some real head to head battles and I knew that boy was going somewhere. Chris not only had basketball talent, but he was a good person too. Over the years we became friends and started seeing each other around different ballin events around long beach and LA. We also used to party together and Chris would take me on some adventures. Its funny how life works out I never realized I knew Chris for 26 yrs until he died. I hate to see ya go hommie. See ya when I get there. Miss you Bro.
Carla Muprhy-Carreker
October 15, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Geneva Phillips Lawrence Sims
October 14, 2010
Our sincere condolences to the family. We can only imagine your grief.
Sincerely,
Sorors Effie Sims & Geneva Phillips-Beaver
Sharon Davis
October 14, 2010
I'm still numb over the sudden death of Chris...Chris and I went to Roosevelt Elementary school together...and there after shared many happy memories ...I personally knew how much he loved his family and friends..To me he was my gentle giant....
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time...
(Baby Sharon)
Atlanta, Ga
La Keisha Biglow
October 14, 2010
So sorry to hear about the passing of Chris. I knew him in high school and was very impressed with his athletic abilities. My condolences to the family for their loss.
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