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JEANNIE SANDELL Obituary

Jeannie Marie Sandell Jeannie Sandell, 58, a Fox Island resident since 1989, died March 12, 2011. Jeannie was a wife, sister, mother and a friend. She was full of life and loved everybody she came in contact with. She was preceded in death by her husband John Sandell and her brother Paul McGowan. She is survived by her daughter Angela Sandell, her brother Dan McGowan, and nieces Kristina Lampert and Katie Hanke. We love you, Momma Jean, you will be missed but never forgotten. Funeral services will be at 11am Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011, at St. Nicolas Catholic Church, 3510 Rosedale Street NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. Donations my be made to http://ww5.komen.org/

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Mar. 20, 2011.

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Katherine Hanke (Katie McGowan)

April 15, 2011

Angela,
One of my fondest memories of Aunt Jean is having her perm my bangs and crimp my hair in the 80s. I treasure these memories and many others from our McGowan Family Celebrations. I’m so sorry for your loss.

Happy days on Fox Island , Angela, Jeannie and Steph

Stephanie Pearce

April 14, 2011

Kay Dawson (Panisko)

April 5, 2011

Angela,
Retta told me about your dear mom's passing. I only knew Jeannie as a little girl when I went to Seattle U.
If she was anything like her parents, she was SPECIAL!

So sorry she didn't make it for your wedding, but she sure tried.

Linda McGowan

March 31, 2011

Angela
I am so sorry for your loss. We will all miss Aunt Jean. My prayers are with you.

Aunt Linda

Ruthmeri Gleason

March 29, 2011

Angela
We all will miss Jeannie and her quick smile. While we did not get many chances in the last years to get together, we always had a great laugh on the phone and it was great to see her (and you) at mum's (Agnes') 90th. She is in our prayers and we hope your wedding is great. Ma is looking forward to it.
Everyone in Butte at 2408 (Agnes, Ruthmeri, Alyson)

Loretta Johnson

March 28, 2011

Angela,
As I mentioned in my last email, I would have been there for the service if I could. I just can't believe she's gone. I'm so glad I talked to her before she went into the hospital. I talk to her every day.
So glad my Mom is coming for your wedding. You are in my prayers.
Cousin
Retta

Teek Charlot

March 26, 2011

Oh Miss Jeannie I miss you so much! I've wanted to call you like always...so now I talk to you in my prayers! We will meet again! In the mean time you are in my heart and prayers! Angela if you ever need anything please call me!!! Love Miss Teek(as your Momma has always called me)

Merle Hill

March 24, 2011

Angela, The words you spoke at your mom's service touched us all. You think you have time to say and do all the things you have on your mind then life gets cut short! You will continue to wish for more time with her or talk to her as we all do! She will be there to listen and watch over you as she loved you so much! She was such a fun loving person and will be greatly missed! I can close my eyes and hear her laugh and see that infectious smile! She left us with that wonderful gift to hold in our hearts! We ALL Loved her so much!!! Our Love to you, Merle and Friday

Rick Gleason

March 24, 2011

Hi Angela,

While it was very sad at your Mom's funeral yesterday I felt that your comments at the end of the Mass really were such a fitting tribute to her.

We look forward to your wedding on May 21. Your great Aunt Agnes McGowan Gleason from Butte (age 92)will be coming out for the wedding. We look forward to seeing you then.

Rick and Suzanne Gleason

Kristina (McGowan) Lampert

March 24, 2011

Angela - We will always miss Aunt Jean! Please let us know if you need anything. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Kristina & Jeff

Cal Tanson

March 23, 2011

Hi Angela , so sorry about your Mom . She worked for me about 10 years and was my good friend as well. She was a darned good woman and will be missed .

March 23, 2011

Andela, you and your mom are in our prayers. I feel sad for you and I'm here if you ever need anything, just call. All our best, Uncle Bob and Courtney.

March 23, 2011

To Jeannie, "my kindred spirit", the first time I met you was like I was gifted with a special friend I had known for a lifetime. I feel especially blessed to have you for a family member and a friend. I do know that you and John will always be watching over us and always be a special part of our family. You and John did a fabulous job raising your fantastic daughter. I will talk to you often and miss you terribly. I love you always. Be assured that we will always keep our loving arms around Angela. I love you! Judy

Judy Moore

March 23, 2011

To Jeannie, "my kindred spirit", the first time I met you was like I was gifted with a special friend I had known for a lifetime. I feel especially blessed to have you for a family member and a friend. I do know that you and John will always be watching over us and always be a special part of our family. You and John did a fabulous job raising your fantastic daughter. I will talk to you often and miss you terribly. I love you always. Be assured that we will always keep our loving arms around Angela. I love you! Judy

Richard and Dolores Keller

March 22, 2011

Jeannie,
When you and your wonderful daughter entered our life we knew we met an angel.You shared your quick wit and your genuine love with all of us. You were mama Jean to our son and he loved you so. You are now the angel we all need watch over us we need you Jeannie.
Love Richard and Dolores

Paul Kobylensky

March 22, 2011

I think we only met three times, but your are family. We love you very much. Jimmy Buffet's music will never be the same to me and Monica. Only good memories.

christa c

March 22, 2011

I'm so very sorry Angela. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Angela Sandell

March 22, 2011

Momma I love you so much!!! You were so wonderful! Thank you for being not only my mother but my best friend!! I am so lucky! Now I have both my mother and father above looking out for me! You will be missed but never forgotten. Miss and Love you Momma! I'm looking forward to a sign soon.

Stephanie Pearce

March 22, 2011

Well my friend , you've left me behind and started a new journey. Remember all you're learning so that when I see you again you can say "Hi! aren't you the new girl from New York?" and I can laugh and say" no you dummy I'm the ole lady from Flordia. Show me the ropes". I miss calling you I wanted to tell you Dutchy got a haircut and you probably heard him jammin on Johns piano. Angela, you now have a very special guardian angel watching over you, and don't forget I have strict orders from mom to be there for you and I will be, just call
Jeannie, I'm watching for a sign..........
Stephanie Pearce (Olympia, WA & St. Augustine Fl)

Debi Randel

March 21, 2011

RIP Jeannie, will never forget Helen, GA...I had a blast with you and Steph!

John Randel

March 21, 2011

R.I.P Jeannie, GBNF... Had a blast with you whenever we were able to be together. Thanx for being my sis's BFFE. You truely were, and still are. We'll leave the light on for ya!

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