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Sandra Hefner Obituary
Sandra 'Sandi' Hefner, age 69, of Wapakoneta, Ohio and formerly of Grove City, OH, passed away, Feb. 17 at her residence. She was born Feb. 20, 1951 in Lima, Ohio to the late Harvey L. and Flogean 'Jean' (Sellers) Hefner. She was a 1969 graduate of Wapakoneta High School and a graduate of The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio. Sandi's involvement in and enthusiasm for dance began early in her school years and continued on throughout her life. Her love of dance evolved into a lifetime career as a dance instructor teaching dance to a countless number of students of all ages for many years at various dance studios throughout the Dublin-Columbus, Ohio area. She previously taught dance at Dublin Dance Workshop and Dance Center West, eventually opening her own dance studio. She was affectionately known as 'Ms. Sandi' to her dance students. Prior to devoting herself solely to her career as dance instructor she was employed for a number of years at Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities providing vocational training. She returned to her hometown of Cridersville, Ohio upon retirement eventually moving to Wapakoneta. Survivors include: two siblings, Kay (Butch) Feister and Rick (Cindy) Hefner, both of Wapakoneta; nephews and nieces, Mike (Jodi) Feister of Wapakoneta, Kimi Kellett of Colorado, Jason (Jennie) Hefner and Katrina (Levi) Cecil, both of Wapakoneta; and several great nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by paternal grandparents Arthur and Elizabeth Hefner, maternal grandparents Harry and Lucille Sellers and a nephew Joshua (Josh) Hefner. Private family services will be held and burial will be in St. Matthew Cemetery, Cridersville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association in memory of her mother Jean. Online condolences may be shared at BayliffAndSon.com
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Barb (Burgess) Green
February 26, 2021
I would first like to offer my condolences and sympathy to Sandi's family. It was such a shock to hear of her passing. Sandi and I became friends in the early 70's and remained close for many years. We were roommates for a year, living on campus. But as life happens, we saw each other less and less over the years, but always exchanged Christmas cards every year...until this past year. Sandi lived life large and I always admired her for that. She also had a huge, kind heart and was comfortable being around anyone. We had some fun and wild times that's for sure - memories that will always make me smile, and sometimes even laugh out loud!!! RIP Sandi. I know you are making someone laugh, somewhere.
Denise Worthington
February 25, 2021
Miss Sandi taught my daughters tap and jazz in the late 80s and early 90s at Dublin Dance Workshop. They loved attending Sandi's classes and were always excited about the spring recitals, dancing for store openings, learning new steps and competing in dance competitions, Miss Sandi made everything a fun adventure.
I am so sorry to learn of Sandi's death, sending my condolences to her family and friends. Thank you Sandi for having a positive impact on my children.
april conway
February 24, 2021
Sandi and I grew up in Cridersville, we were always friends. She was everyone's friend! I moved to Florida in 1972, we kept in touch. The last few years life got in the way and it has been a while since we spoke. She was a wonderful person and a special friend. I remember the last time we spoke, I told her we were more than friends, we were family. It seemed that way with the many kids of Cridersville. Those were special times, growing up in those years and our town. I am thankful Sandi was in my life, she will always be in my memories and my heart. Thank you Sandi, for being a large part of my early life. Rest in Peace
Sharon Roznowski
February 24, 2021
Sandi was a neighbor, classmate and friend...fondness memory, a bunch of us girls got ino "BUNKY" and went to see West Side Stiry up at the Quilna...we were Seniors!! RIP Sandi..
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Evelyn
February 23, 2021
Sandi was a really close friend of mine. Sandi nicknamed me Lefty, and it stuck. We both graduated in the same high school class at Wapak High School in 1969. We got to know each other, and even after we both graduated from Ohio State, I would go to Sandi's house in Grove City. Sandi was one of the most upbeat people that
I had ever met. I will always remember the day Sandi had her car painted
orange when we were both at college. She loved that color and the car; but that car was just like Sandi. She was unique and always stood out in a crowd. The day I found out Sandi had passed, a bright light left the earth and left my heart.
To my very good, close friend, we always celebrated our birthdays because they were a week apart. The last time I wished you Happy Birthday, you said, " I'm really tired, Lefty, I'll call you later". You never did,
San.....I just didn't realize that it would be the last time we would ever talk.
You will always be on my mind, and forever in my heart.
Godspeed my beautiful friend with a very beautiful heart.
You and your amazing smile will be forever missed. Love, Lefty
Evelyn Olson
11051 Riverwind Drive
Powell, Ohio. 43065
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