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Sandra “Sandy” Van Cleave, age 74, died on April 29, 2025. She was a graduate of Wheat Ridge High School, after graduating she married Tom Van Cleave.
She started working at King Soopers in the early 80’s, and worked several positions, mostly as a cashier, then retired after 20+ years. She was an avid crafter, anything that caught her eye or intrigued her she would try out.
Sandy is survived by her children, Tom, Nancy (Brian) and Angie (Justin), granddaughter Haley, her sisters Carol (Jerry), Linda (Phil), nieces Natalie and Denise (Manny) and several great nephews. She was preceded in death by her spouse, parents and one niece.
Funeral services will take place at Horan & McConaty in Lakewood on Wednesday May 14, 2025 at 10:00. Reception to follow immediately after.
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