Sandra Lee "Sam" Tejeda

Sandra Lee "Sam" Tejeda obituary, Crystal, MN

Sandra Lee "Sam" Tejeda

Sandra Tejeda Obituary

Published by Legacy on Nov. 6, 2024.
Sandra "Sam" Lee (Elliott) Tejeda, age 76 passed away peacefully on November 2nd, 2024 with her family by her side at Our Lady of Peace.
Sam leaves behind her beloved husband of 55 years, Fred; her DOG of 8 years, Buddy Bear; children, Angie and Terry Aurand, Candi Austin (Anthony Iacono); grandchildren, Samantha and Andy Stanley, Kaitlin Aurand, Tommy, Robby and Megan Austin; great-grandchildren, Melina, Maizlee, and Landon; as well as her brother, Jeff and sister-in-law, Jean Lehman and their children; sister, Bonnie and her children; her Godchildren; many amazing brothers-and-sisters-in-law; nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and friends.
Sam loved her family deeply and loved spending time with them, especially on the holidays, as well as shopping for purses and shoes. She also enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and traveling, her favorite place to visit was Disney World in Florida. She was very proud to be an Army Wife and proud to say her husband Fred was a Vietnam Vet. She was a wonderful amazing Wife, Mama, Nana, Great-Nana, Friend, and a great listening ear to anyone who needed her. She will be deeply missed by many.
Private family service at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. There will be a gathering to honor Sam for family and friends on Thursday, November 14, 2024 from 3-6 PM at 1837 132nd Lane NE, Blaine, MN 55449.
In Lieu of flowers, please send donations to Our Lady Of Peace in honor of Sam Tejeda at 2076 Saint Anthony Avenue Saint Paul,MN 55104.

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