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Sandra Susan Akel

1972 - 2015

Sandra Susan Akel obituary, 1972-2015, Jacksonville, FL

BORN

1972

DIED

2015

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Jacksonville, Florida

Sandra Akel Obituary

AKEL Sandra Susan Akel, 43, died Saturday after a prolonged struggle with pulmonary fibrosis. She was born on June 9, 1972 in Jacksonville, FL to Salem and Siham Akel. She graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1990 and attended Florida Community College of Jacksonville. Sandy was always known for her sense of style and fashion. She followed her passion and fulfilled her dream by opening Cheveux, a full service nail and hair salon. Sandy is survived by her loving father and mother; four sisters; Jean Martha (Iskander) of Lexington, KY, Lorraine Tadlock of Jacksonville, FL, Linda Althouse (Daniel) of Chapel Hill, NC, and Marsha Martin (Eric) of Jacksonville, FL; one niece and five nephews; and her beloved cat Skitz. Visitation and a rosary service will be held Tuesday, September 15 from 6-8pm at St. Matthews Catholic Church. Funeral services will be on Wednesday, September 16 at 11am at St. Matthews Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Sandy may be made to St. Matthews Catholic Church.

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Sep. 15, 2015.

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Janell Smith

April 13, 2016

I just received the news from Jim Koopman. I knew Sandy & can say undoubtedly that she was a beautiful & wonderful human being. I am so sorry for your loss.

Jim Koopman

April 12, 2016

I just got the sad news. Sandy was an old friend and will always have a place in my heart.

Giles

October 2, 2015

My deepest condolences on your loss. May the love of family and friends assist you in the grief that you are feeling at this time. Also take comfort in the God that brings comfort in our time of distress.

September 20, 2015

Our prayers to all of the family in the passing of Sandy....... I will always remember the happy times I spent with your family...... Susan & Chuck Kueser,Indianapolis IN

September 19, 2015

Deepest condolences to her family and friends at this very sad time. May the loving thoughts at Psalms 116:15 from our Heavenly Father bring the family comfort.

Lori Liberatore

September 16, 2015

Lorraine and family, my deepest condolences and prayers are with you during this time. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. (unknown headstone)

Psalm 116:15 Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.

September 16, 2015

It can be particularly hard for some, when a love one dies. The Bible does provide comfort. John 11:33,35,43&44

Rene' Smith

September 16, 2015

I am so very sorry to hear of Sandy's passing. I worked with her some 20 years ago, but never forgot her sweet & kind disposition. Praying for peace & comfort for all. God Bless.

shantell

September 15, 2015

Im very sorry to read of your loss I to struggle with this issue,may the family and friends take comfort in our loving heavenly father who is close to those who are broken at heart

Becky Chester

September 15, 2015

Such a sweet and loving family. Prayers for God's peace, wishes that your love for Sandy and your love for one another will comfort you and bring you much joy, hope that your heartache will be lightened soon. Yall are an amazing example of what a family should be. Love and hugs to each one of you.

September 15, 2015

Linda, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please extend my condolences to your parents and sisters. DuAnn Kremer

Holly Raulerson

September 15, 2015

Sincere condolences for the loss of your family member......May your family find peace now, comfort soon and warm memories always of your dear loved one. Sincerely, Holly Raulerson (friend of Marsha Martin)

jr nasworthy

September 15, 2015

She was loved

Brenda Nasser Messink

September 15, 2015

To the Akel family, I was very saddened to hear about the passing of Sandy. She was a genuine person who always had a wonderful smile. Sandy was a joy to be around and had kind words for all. I will cherish the childhood memories. She will be greatly missed.

September 15, 2015

Dear Akel family. I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter and sister. Loved spending time your beautiful girls when they were young and I especially loved Sandy's beautiful laugh and sense of humor. Love and prayers to all of you. Barbara Sanders

September 15, 2015

Linda, I am sad that you lost your sister. I have 3 sisters and love them very much. I will be thinking of you and praying that you and your family find some peaceful thoughts at this time.
Love,
Esther

Donna and Jonathan

September 15, 2015

May your loving memories of Sandra shine through your sorrow and may the God of Peace comfort each of you at this time. Phil 4:6, 7

Cathy Koenig

September 15, 2015

Richard and I send our sincere condolences and prayers for Linda and all the Akel family on the untimely passing of Sandy.

Thomas Zioncheck

September 14, 2015

My Sweetheart, The gift of hope. The unbreakable promise. Blessed Be'

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6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

St. Matthews Catholic Church

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11:00 a.m.

St. Matthews Catholic Church

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Sep

16

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Greenlawn Memorial Park Cemetery

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