Marilyn J. Sandall

My condolences to Marilyn's family and friends. I worked with her in the counseling center of NSCC. Marilyn was enthusiastic about nature and the arts, caring about people and the environment, and a distinctive blend of precise and playful.

I met Marilyn forty years ago when she came to work at North Seattle Community College. I knew her well. I knew that she was a wonderful person in so many wayshumble, smart, analytical, creative, and much more.

What I will remember most about Marilyn was her easy smile and her unconditional acceptance of every human being. I knew that if a conversation or a discussion were to single out someone for criticism, Marilyn would come to that person's defense.

Marilyn and I both had...

I knew Marilyn through our exercise class at Ravenna Community Center. We often paired up and always had something to talk about. However, it was never about herself. After reading her obituary in the Seattle Times, I realize a key character trait that she had was humility. I had no idea of her education and profession nor of her awards for environmental work and photography. Nevertheless, I appreciated her warmth and positive outlook. We have lost a very special citizen and I will miss...

I encountered Marilyn at a few haiku meetings, but got to know her better at the Seabeck haiku retreat in October 2013. We took pictures of each other taking pictures of the birds on the Canal. I was looking forward to renewing our acquaintance the next year, but she was unable to come.

I'm so glad that I got to know her. She made a difference to our world and will continue to inspire me.

Marilyn had the best smile ever.

I knew Marilyn through a photo class. Each month she would submit great pictures, often with haiku space. Her thoughtful comments on our pictures always hit the mark

Marilyn had wonderful pictures of playful cats, Magnasun Park, UW, Occupy Seattle, Eugene train trips... Our annual field trip was enriched by her presence. Always looking for the just right picture. With a smile.

Marilyn will truly be missed.

We will treasure her...

Marilyn was a wonderful member of our Haiku Northwest group. I especially remember her beautifully handcrafted small books that opened and folded in creative ways, her haiku, and of course her bird photography. I'll think of her when I'm back in the northwest and hear the bird calls she knew.
wisps of fog
through old growth firs --
a lone varied thrush

I am so glad that I had the opportunity to meet Marilyn -- both as poet and as a birding enthusiast. I loved hearing about the owl family that Marilyn was protecting. We'll miss her!!

up in the blue sky
the blue jay --
autumn colors

Marilyn was a talented photographer, fun to talk with and always kind.
Pat

Saddened to hear of Marilyn's passing. She was for many years an active and enthusiastic member of the Haiku Northwest group, where she shared her poems and contributed her perspectives (and valuable birding knowledge) to the group. We will miss Marilyn and her poetry.