Sandra Jean Keller

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Sandra Keller Obituary

KELLER, Sandra Jean Born in San Diego, CA, a resident of Hermosa Beach, CA, passed away April 7, 2009 at the age of 67. She worked 13 years as a flight attendant for American Airlines and was an active member of the Kiwis, a service group of former flight attendants. Sandy was a co-founder of the local chapter of the Compassionate Friends where she helped parents who have lost children. She also was involved with Las Candlistas and had served as president doing great charity work for the local area. Additionally, Sandy was very active in her local church, Journey of Faith, where she helped with charity work and study groups. In passing, Sandy had a strong desire to still serve being an organ donor. Two recipients have been found to receive kidney and liver donations. Even in death Sandy lovingly gave life to others.
She was preceded in death by her son Christopher who passed in 1991 at age 15, her father Cliff Sinyard in 1992 at 87, and her mother Dorothy Sinyard in 2008 at 97. Sandy is survived by her loving husband Jim Keller, her daughter Kara Lyn Keller, and her brother Mike Sinyard. Viewing will be Wednesday, April 15, 2009 from 4-8 p.m. at Rice Mortuary Chapel, 5310 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA. The funeral service will be held Thursday, April 16, 2009, 10 a.m., at Journey of Faith, 1243 Artesia Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA followed by grave side services at Green Hills Memorial Park, 27501 S. Western Ave., Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. Please go to the mortuary's website, www.LAfuneral.com to send the family messages, share memories, or to obtain directions to the services. Rice Mortuary Torrance, CA 310-792-7599

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Apr. 11, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Sandra Keller

12 Entries

James Keller

April 22, 2009

On behalf of our family, I would like to thank you all for your kindness, generousity, support, flowers, food, and thoughts during this very difficult time for us . Sandy was an incredible lady wwhose sweetness, kindness, unselfish support, and beauty touch everyone who ever met her, none more affected than I. If I neglect to thank each of you personally, please forgive the oversight, you are all in our thoughts as I know Sandy is in yours and mine , always .
Jim & Kara Keller

Marlene and Family

April 21, 2009

Dearest Jim and Kara,
We love you, you are a part of our family and always will be.
I miss my precious friend of 55 years. I miss her sweet spirt, beautiful smile, twinkly blue eyes and all the giggles we shared. I was very blessed, as was anyone who knew Sandy. She loved you both so much. Stay strong.
I find comfort knowing she is in heaven with Chris. The most beautiful angel with sparkly blue eyes.
God bless you.

Kristen Nelson

April 17, 2009

Sandy's family were our neighbors growing up. Even though she was older than me, she always made me a part of whatever activity all the kids were doing. She always made me feel good. I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you in my prayers. God bless

Pat James

April 15, 2009

Jim and Kara,
Our prayers are with you. All of us who knew and loved Sandy share in your loss. God bless you.

Sincerely - Pat James & Dean Smith

April 14, 2009

Jim and Kara, our prayers are with you in this time of grief. May you take comfort in Sandy's joyous homegoing.

Wayne and Elizabeth Jarnagin, Collierville Tennessee

Betty Baskin-Hamilton

April 14, 2009

Sandy was a wonderful influence on everyone around her. I worked with her during her flying career with American Airlines. My condolences to her family. I mourn her loss and I take solace in the knowledge that she has gone to her heavenly home.

Beverly Wadman

April 14, 2009

Dear Jim and Kara,
Sandy was my high school friend as well as my Kaper-ettes sister. We spent lots of time together at club events and high school dances. I will always remember her beautiful smile and personality. I am glad that Sharon included the picture of our "reunion". That was a fun and wonderful day and will keep Sandy in my heart forever. Bless you for being her wonderful and loving family. Beverly Umholtz Wadman (class of '60)

Luncheon Picture

Sharon Ball

April 13, 2009

Dear Jim and Kara,
This news breaks my heart. I met Sandy at Crawford High School and we were in the same graduating class in 1960. Forty-four years later, I was so delighted and honored when she came to have lunch with Marlene, Lynne, Beverly, Thelma and me at my new home in Murrieta in 2004. It was our own little "high school reunion." I cherish this time we shared together and for as long as there is memory, Sandy will live on in my heart.
Sandy added a very special light to the world that brightened the lives of all who knew her.
May God bless you and comfort you during this time of sadness.
Sharon Bentley Ball(class of 60)

Don & Barbara Willett

April 13, 2009

Dearest Jim & Kara: "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His beloved." Ps 116:15 How precious she is to us and to Him. With you, rejoicing and weeping.

April 13, 2009

Jim & Kara,
I am so saddened by this news. Not only did I go to Crawford with Sandy, but as you know Jim I loved working with Sandy at American, she was the one of the kindest people I have ever met. Know you are both in my prayers and if there is anything I can do please let me know.
Donna Spafford

Erik Berry

April 11, 2009

Jim and Kara, so very sorry to learn of your loss. I shall keep you in my prayers.

Dianne Ecker

April 11, 2009

I really enjoyed working with Sandy when I was active in Las Candalistas. She was such an energetic, positive person.
She will really be missed. My condolences to the family.

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