Lombard, Illinois
1943 - 2009
Sandra J. Bartos, age 65 of Lombard, formerly of Westmont, IL. Sandra was born October 16th, 1943 in Hinsdale, IL. and passed away Monday morning, February 2, 2009; alongside her beloved partner Leda Gardner in the comfort of their home, amid their closest family and friends. Sandra was the loving mother of Janice (Brian) Butler; devoted grandmother of Kylee Butler; fond sister of Joyce (Richard) Nesslar and Pamela (Michael) Galan; aunt of Jorie (John) Stenson and Ryan (Kim) Galan. Sandra will be deeply missed by many wonderful friends.
Family and friends will gather for a memorial service to celebrate her life from 12pm-1pm on Thursday, February 5, 2009 at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd. Lombard, IL. 60148. Services will begin at 1pm. “We will remember Sandra for her sense of humor, her presence and her zest for life. She tried always to bring out our best and she never failed to give her best to all whose lives she touched.”
In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the CNS Hospice or to the wishes of the family. Info: 630-932-1500
To Sandra whose wit, laughter, and stories will never be forgotten. You will be greatly missed and be forever in the hearts of all those lives you touched. You certainly touched mine.
Parnell Tillotson
February 10, 2009 | Newbury, OH
Dear Sandra, my longtime friend, how we will miss you. I will think often of Sandy's presence, her confidence and strength, the hilarious stories she told. Sandy could be outrageously funny, but that did not obscure her practical, thoughtful side. When I think of Sandy, I will also think of her great curiosity and the inquiring nature that kept her growing continually, and I will think of the infectious enthusiasm she brought to everything. Sandy, you were so full of life and you left us...
Carole Goodwin
February 08, 2009 | Berwyn, IL
Sandra, I feel honoured to have known you. You were such a wonderful, witty, vivacious, generous and gracious woman - and so damned funny! Your star will truly shine brightly on us.
Leda, she will live in your heart forever. My sincerest best wishes to you at this sad time.
Thérèse Curran
February 06, 2009 | Chicago
SANDRA I AM SO GLAD I WALKED INTO YOUR LIFE ENJOYING YOUR FRIENDSHIP,SPARKLE, STYLE, JOY, WISDOM AND HUMOR THANK YOU FOR ALL THE FOND WONDERFUL MEMORIES GOD BLESS PEACE AND PRAYERS LOVE LARRY CUDDLES RUSSO
LARRY RUSSO
February 06, 2009 | GLEN ELLYN VILLAGE, IL
Sandra was such bright light whenever she would come to Marathon Electric. I am sincerely going to miss her. My prayers and thoughts are with her family and friends.
Sheryl Lister
February 06, 2009 | Wausau, WI
May God hold you and bless you, Sandra.
May your love shine through the stars at night upon your family and friends.
May your warmth comfort them in the chill of your absence.
May your laughter ring through the sorrow of your passing.
May your love, your warmth, and your laughter remind them daily that you remain only a thought away.
And may you know that you will live forever in the hearts of those who love you.
Judy Jackson
February 05, 2009 | Lombard, IL
Sandra had a light that will not be extinguished by her passing. We think about the story of her mother re-appearing as a fly, and how Sandra could never swat one after her mother passed....just in case! We will not be swatting any flies, either, and know that her good humor and strength will outlive us all. Profound sympathy and massive hugs to Leda, all the family and friends.
Denise and Becky Ellis/Ernst
February 05, 2009 | Chicago, IL
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Tracy Rieman
February 05, 2009 | Wausau
Brian,Janice, & Kylee Butler
February 05, 2009 | Plainfield, IL
