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Henry P. "Hank" Sandstrom Passed away March 15, 2013 at the age of 85. He was born February 22, 1928 to Bernt and Elizabeth Sandstrom in Hoquiam, WA. Hank graduated from Oregon State University with a degree in Industrial Engineering, and subsequently worked for 5 years at Diamond Match and 30 years for Simpson Timber Company. He was a member of the Gig Harbor Rotary, the Tacoma Elks Club, and the United Methodist Church of Gig Harbor. Hank is survived by his wife of 65 years, Catherine Lucille Sandstrom, along with daughters Cathy, Janis, Sandy, and Lisa. Also surviving are grandchildren Devin and Tynan Smith, and sons-in-law Scott Smith and Jeff Buchele. Memorial services will be held Saturday, April 13 at 2pm at the United Methodist Church of Gig Harbor. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the United Methodist Church of Gig Harbor or Mary Bridge Children's Hospital.
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Dad, miss you always.
Lisa
Lisa Buchele
Family
March 20, 2024
Hank was a nice neighbor, did not see him much but always went out of his way to say Hello to me when we did meet. He will be missed, much sympathy to the family.
Betty Lou Anderson
April 9, 2013
Hank was a true friend and a great Lumberman. I will always remember and cherish the times that I traveled with Hank and Lucille to some of the lumber events . I had some good laughs watching them in there travels . Always a great time. Will miss him a lot .
Bill and Sue Scott
March 31, 2013
I very much enjoyed working under Hank's leadership and experiencing his friendship. He was like a father-figure to some of us. He empowered us to do our jobs better by giving us the resources and encouragement we needed.
Tom Stafford
March 28, 2013
He will be loved and missed forever.
March 27, 2013
He was a special man and a devoted father. His family will miss him so much.
March 26, 2013
He was a special father who will be forever missed.
Lisa Buchele
March 26, 2013
Henry will always be remembered by the Elks during the "eleventh hour".
March 26, 2013
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