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Michael A. Perelman
January 24, 2025
RIP Sandy... still think of you and our times together.
Joan
January 23, 2023
Every January, I think about the Sex Week team...and the many wonderful memories...the difference that Sex Week made in the world...and I am forever grateful to have had the chance to be part of that for so many years. You are missed Sandy...very missed...and well remembered. Joan
Joan deVelder
January 24, 2022
Still remember your lectures and giggle...RIP...Joan
Joan deVelder
January 7, 2021
This would have been sex week at UMDNJ/RWJ Medical School...or whatever their name has become over these years. I can’t help but think about Sandy and Dick Cross and Ray Rosen (the early years)...and the excitement in the air at the school. Sandy’s lectures and her little laughs as she delivered her passionate speeches...and her joy at the many people who came to share their knowledge and wisdom! Oh what a Camelot moment those years were. Sandy...gone 11 years(already?)this January 28...I am certain you would have filled these years with fun and adventures. You are fondly remembered by me, and I am certain many others! RIP/Joan
Marilyn Zegman
November 23, 2015
I just learned of Dr. Leiblum's passing. She was a professor of mine when I was a graduate student. She was a dynamic instructor and genuine person. I hope her memory brings comfort to family and friends.
Dr June M Reinisch
January 27, 2015
Thank you Joan for writing in Sandy's Guest Book and acknowledging again her tremendous contributions to medical sexuality education. I also want to remember her contributions to research, her many pivotal edited and authored volumes and her outstanding talent as a friend. Many of us miss you, SANDY!
Joan deVelder
January 26, 2015
Each January I look out at the winter landscape and recall the excitement of the first day of Sex Week...for over 25 years I listened to the wealth of knowledge, love and wisdom of so many people...in a week that made us all better professionals. Sandy, I cannot believe that five years have passed since your death...I miss you in this life and hope you are experiencing some other spiritual journey! Joan
Joan deVelder
January 16, 2014
More years rush by and I find I still miss Sandy and Dick Cross and their delightful love of sex and life! I wonder if their spirits hang out together .... Especially during January when we all came together to talk about sex with the masters! Remembering meeting you Sandy while shopping and we both would take time out from our shopping and sit and talk about love, sex and infinity! RIP Joan
D M
April 26, 2013
I was a patient of Dr. Leiblum's several years ago and had to discontinue treatment due to a car accident. I just tried to contact Dr. Leiblum to talk about further treatment, which is how I found out of her passing. I just want her family to know she will not be forgotten by the people who are strangers to you. She will be thought of, fondly remembered and admired always. I hope as the time has passed your memories are filled with more laughter than pain.
J. Ly
April 21, 2012
I am referring her genius in my current essay; her contributions mean so much to every one of us.
Phil McCabe
February 9, 2011
As the year passed I though about Sandra especially during Sex Week at RWJMS. It was an amazing gift to know Sandra, and it was a privilege to hear her give a presentation. She was a remarkable woman and educator. I was especially honored to have her provide encouragement for my own endeavors in the field of Sexual Health. Thank you for the work you have done. May her family and friends be forever proud of the passion she gave to us.
January 22, 2011
Almost one year has past since Sandy died. I wonder what she would have filled that year with had she been among us. You are missed Sandy and thought of often. Joan
Scott Sibley
October 24, 2010
I only recently learned of the sad news. I have enjoyed several of her books. I am a student in a Marriage and Family Therapy and have been highly influenced by her brilliant work. She will be greatly missed.
Jennifer Barsky Reese
May 26, 2010
I only just learned of Sandy's passing and am so saddened to hear of it. I worked with Sandy while I was a graduate student in Clinical Psychology at Rutgers. We collaborated on a project with Johnson and Johnson to help learn about sexual well-being for women. I also interviewed with Sandy for my clinical internship at UMDNJ and would have loved to match to work with her, had I not had to join my husband in North Carolina as he began medical school. I enjoyed working with Sandy very much, and was sincerely hoping that somewhere in my future career as a sex therapist we would again cross paths. I am thankful for the brief time I was able to know and work with Sandy and only wish I was able to spend more time with her. Sandy's passing is such a tragedy, not only for those who loved her, but for the field of sexual research. I know that her enthusiasm and savvy will inspire me as I move forward in my own career in the field. I am grateful for having known her.
Susan Quilliam
April 12, 2010
I met Sandra on a few occasions at Levitra Advisory Boards in places as far flung as Portugal and Iceland. I was immensely struck by her intelligence, her insight, her energy and her sense of humour - as well, of course, as her stunning professional expertise and experience. The sexology world will miss her greatly.
Keith Hawton
March 2, 2010
Unfortunately I had not seen Sandy for some years. However, my memories of her are all very fond ones. She was a splendid colleague, a very thoughtful person, and great fun. She was one of those special people who lit up the lives of others. What a dreadfully sad loss for her family, her work colleagues, and the very large number of people who were simply lucky enough to have known her.
Mara Leiblum
February 20, 2010
I will remember my aunt Sandy as a loving, vibrant, caring person with a big heart. I'm very sad that there is no time to share with her anymore. My memories of her I will cherish for life.
Rachel Needle
February 13, 2010
I am so saddened by the loss of such an incredibly vibrant and fun-loving woman! I had the honor of working with Sandy for a year while on internship 4 years ago. What an amazing experience it was to learn from such a wonderful woman and brilliant mind in the field. She will be greatly missed!
Sallie Foley
February 11, 2010
Sandy was a wonderful teacher and mentor. She was warm, smart, and very generous in sharing her considerable knowledge. She will be greatly missed and always remembered.
Sherie Novotny
February 9, 2010
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Leonard Sigal, MD
February 9, 2010
I was privileged to make a small contribution to the sex education course Ray Rosen and Sandy pioneered. Of greater note, taking this remarkable course the previous year had opened my eyes to so much in the practice of medicine. After many years in practice, Sandy and her course taught me how to be a better doctor; that is but one of her legacies: "She made so many practitioners, better and more sensitive care providers"
Adam Ashton
February 9, 2010
It was Sandy and Ray Rosen,PHD who graciously took me in as a psych resident interested in sex therapy when I called 20 years ago and offered me a chance to sit with them, side by side, and learn from their expertise and generosity. Sandy challenged me but also listened, something most senior faculty would not be willing to do, especially with an unknown from out of state, coming to sit in on a program for several weeks. She always offered a helpful opinion and words of encouragement. She paid me a huge compliment by asking me to contribute a chapter in her most recent "Principles and Practice" textbook. She was a buoyant spirit with a big laugh and smile who left us as better friends and clinicians for having known her.
Talli Rosenbaum
February 8, 2010
Sandy was an awesome person, so full of life and so funny, and a real mentor to me and so many others. She offered me a tremendous opportunity when she invited me to contribute a chapter in "Principles and Practice of Sex Therapy". We have lost a leader and a friend. To Sandy's family: May God comfort you amongst the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.
Beverly Whipple
February 8, 2010
Sandra was a friend and a colleague. We were at many national and international meetings together and I had the honor of meeting Frank a number of years ago when Sandra and I were at a meeting in Philadelphia. We spent many "Sex Weeks" together at Rutgers Medical School. Currently, we were conducting a research study together using near-real-time fMRI of the brain in her women with PGAD to determine if the women could see the activity in their brain, if they could find ways to decrease their symptoms. She was a great therapist and researcher. I will miss working with Sandra, referring clients to her and having her a dear friend.
Roy Levin
February 8, 2010
At a time of loss of a highly respected
colleague words seem so poor at expressing one's sadness. No one who ever met Sandy and conversed with her could ever but be influenced by her joie de vivre and infectious enthusiasm for her work.
My deepest sympathy to her family on her untimely death.
Eric Germaine, DVM
February 7, 2010
I'm so proud of my cousin Sandy, as a dedicated member of our small family, as a friend, and knowing she touched so many lives in so many ways. Her time with us was short, but she left so much for us to believe in. She will be lovingly missed by family, friends, colleagues, and others fortunate to have crossed paths with her.
Eric L Germaine, DVM
June Reinisch
February 7, 2010
Sandy Leiblum's major contributions to the field of sexology are without question. As an educator, particularly of physicians, she is unique. Her capacity and talent in being a friend was without peer. Some of us were fortunate to live close enough to visit Sandy during her last months and had the opportunity to say goodbye. We conveyed to her the regards, love and good wishes from her many colleagues during those months, which I believe she heard. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her -- friends, colleagues and students. Leonard Rosenblum & I send our deepest regrets to her husband and son.
Blanche Freund
February 7, 2010
Almost two weeks have passed since I read on SSTARgaze that Sandy had passed. Sadness is still there for me but my memories are all of fun, laughter, and
early sexuality workshops we attended together. As she grew in the field of sexuality and lectured I enjoyed every one because of the humor and lively energy mixed with her expertise that she gave to her audience. She consistenly gave that energy to SSTAR. My condolences to her husband and son.
Linda Banner
February 7, 2010
She was a pioneer and leader in the field of Human Sexuality, Female Sexuality, and Sexual Medicine and will be missed greatly. Additionally, she had a warm smile and was a true friend.
Culley Carson
February 7, 2010
Sandy was a unique peerson and a wonderful colleague in the courses we gave together. Her intellect was outstanding but her humor and quick wil were most memorable. I will miss her for those strengths.
Culley Carson
Caroline Pukall
February 7, 2010
Sandy was a dynamic and vivacious woman who loved her work and the people around her. She is missed by all.
Claudio Teloken
February 7, 2010
First time I met Sandra we were teasing each other about Freud and Lacan. I´ll never forget her humor.
Juhana Piha
February 7, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sundran Percy Moodley
February 7, 2010
Deepest condolences to the family.
May God give you'll the strength to overcome this loss.
Patricia Weerakoon
February 7, 2010
Sandy encouraged and supported me when I was developing our Graduate Program in Sexual Health at the University of Sydney in 2003. Since then she has always given graciously and unselfishly of her time when we needed advice and guidance.
The staff and students in the program mourn Sandra - a wonderful example of a colleague and professional.
God Bless her family.
Charles Moser
February 6, 2010
Few people change the world by walking upon it, Sandy was one of them. She will be missed.
Joan deVelder
February 6, 2010
Sandy loved and was loved. A life well lived. I will miss her spirit in this dimension. Rest in Peace Sandy.
Michael Perelman
February 6, 2010
Sandra's contributions to our field are too numerous to count, but for me Sandy was always the bright light at the other end of the tunnel connecting NY and NJ. She was my esteemed colleague and friend for over 33 years. I will always appreciate the support she provided to me and to so many, many others. From publishing a summary of my doctoral dissertation as a chapter in the first edition of her landmark series Principles and Practice of Sex Therapy, to our recent collaborations on pharmaceutical company advisory boards and consultations, her energy, spirit, smile and laugh enhanced my professional life. She was truly an amazing and remarkable woman who I will miss deeply. My deepest sympathy and condolences to Jake, Frank and her other family members.
June La Valleuer
February 6, 2010
I knew Sandra only slightly--she was a speaaker at many of the meetings I attended. What a wonderful teacher--she could do it with a sense of humor and still remain respectful. It was always a delight to be in her audience. She will be greatly missed by her many students, patients and colleagues. My sincere sympathy to her family.
Sudhakar Krishnamurti
February 5, 2010
Sandra's demise is a huge irreplaceable loss for sexual medicine in general, and to her family, friends and colleagues all over the world. Though her contributions to her field will remain immortal, her physical absence will leave a permanent huge void in many lives. May her soul rest in peace and may God give her near and dear ones the strength to go through this very difficult time.
Karlaina Brooke
February 5, 2010
Sandy was an incredible mentor, teacher, and friend. I am so thankful for the years I spent training with her and the visits we shared in the years since. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with Frank and Jake. She spoke many times about them, especially how proud she was of Jake.
John Wincze
February 5, 2010
Sandy will be remembered for her joyful personality and smile and her professional contributions. I feel priviledged to have written an endorsement of her forthcoming book "Treating Sexual Desire Disorders: A Cliniacl Casebook".
Eli Coleman
February 4, 2010
It is so easy to recall Sandra's smile and laugh, her keen interest in what you were doing, and her curiosity in learning more. I have known her for so many years as a collegue and as a friend. She has made so many wonderful contributions to the field of sexology. But mostly I will selfishly miss her friendship and kindness. Her loved ones that were closer to her must be filled with terrible grief. However, I am sure her spirit will live on in all of us.
Marita McCabe
February 4, 2010
It was a privilege to know Sandra. My thoughts are with her husband Frank and son Jake. May she rest in peace.
Ali Mears
February 4, 2010
I only met Sandra once- when she came to London last year (to give a talk at a meeting I was co-chairing). We all went for dinner and I was utterly charmed- her enthusiasm and energy was so infectious and uplifting.
She was a truly special person and I feel privileged to have met her. I want to send my heart felt condolences to her family.
Daniel Watter
February 4, 2010
Sandy was a wonderful mentor and friend. Her work has meant so much to so many, and her friendship has meant a great deal to me. I will never forget her warmth and generous spirit. My thoughts are with her husband Frank and son Jake.
David H. Barlow
February 4, 2010
Sandy was the model if a competent professional and a warm and supportive friend, and an inspiration to all of us in the field. We'll miss her greatly, but her contributions to people suffering from sexual and relational problems will live on.
Michael Carey
February 4, 2010
I express my condolences with respect and admiration,
Sincerely,
Barry Komisaruk
February 4, 2010
It was always joyful for me to interact with Sandra, as a colleague, collaborator in research, and then as a dear friend. She was ebullient with enthusiasm, intellectual curiosity, and creative ideas. She was supportive, and encouraging – unsinkably positive.
I mourn her loss and send my heartfelt condolences to Frank and everyone else in Sandra’s family.
Sincerely,
robert segraves
February 4, 2010
One of my first memeories of Sandy was when I asked her to write a chapter for an American Psychiatric Assocation textbook. She sent me an excellent scholarly text with a few case examples as requested to illustrate essential points. I remember quite clearly-one case was a sexy 55 year old business woman . The other concerned a strikingly handsome 52 year old banker. The adjectives were hers. Also the text had about 4 explanation points per page. I told her that psychiatrists don't like "sexy" and "strikingly handsome" in case examples nor explanation points in text. She changed it adding "it's too bad for psychiatrists . Life must be so dull for them without sexy or handsome patients and explanation points."
It was part of Sandy's charm that she saw life with explanation points and with sexy and strikingly handsome patients.
Nina Williams
February 4, 2010
Sandy was my teacher, internship director, supervisor, mentor, co-leader,and co-author for twenty years. The moment I saw her bound onto the stage in a leather miniskirt in front of an audience of astonished medical students at UMDNJ's Sex Week, I knew she would also be a great friend. It's hard to believe a woman who embodied vitality and warmth has been lost. My deepest sympathies to Frank and Jake.
Bonnie Saks, MD
February 4, 2010
Sandra was a bright light for me personally - a friend, walking partner, mentor and colleague. She was my closest professional benefactor. I looked forward to getting together with her at SSTAR, at ISSWSH, in Sydney, in the Berkshires. She is dearly, dearly missed.
Love and prayers to all who share appreciation of all she brought to this world.
Gayle Beck
February 4, 2010
Sandy was one of my primary mentors on internship - it was fun to learn from her, which is not always the case. She was generous, gracious, and always had time to be a person with interns. My condolences go out to her family.
Daniel Goldberg
February 4, 2010
I will miss Sandra. She touched so many people in ways that we will all remember for a long time. Everyone loved to be around Sandra; it didn't take long until she made you smile along with her.
Sue and Irwin Goldstein
February 4, 2010
We want to extend our deepest sympathies to Jake and Frank. Sandra was a friend and colleague who is already missed. She will be remembered at a special ceremony in a few days at the annual meeting of the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health--Sandy was our first president.
Patricia Weerakoon
February 3, 2010
Sandra was my friend, guide and mentor. She was one of those who encouraged me and supported me in the establishment of the Graduate Program in Sexual Health at the University of Sydney - in 2004. Since then, she has been generous and unstinting in her support and advice.
On behalf of the staff and students of the Graduate Program in Sexual Health
Patricia Weerakoon
Judith Becker
February 3, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Dr Vivienne Cass
February 3, 2010
I am greatly saddened at hearing of the loss of Sandra. I have always had great respect for her professionalism and dedication and enjoyed the warmth and sincerity of her friendship. It is a great loss and tragedy, and she will be sorely missed. It was an honour to know her. I wish the family long life.
February 3, 2010
On behalf of The North American Menopause Society we are saddened to hear about Sandra. She was a member of The North American Menopause Society for 14 years and was a favorite speaker at our Annual Meeting. She also provided thoughtful commentaries to our programs. We will miss her. Our condolences go to her husband and son.
Margery Gass, MD, NCMP
Executive Director
The North American Menopause Society
February 3, 2010
I was one of her patients. Even though I haven't seen her in a few years, I feel the loss greatly. She was pretty cool and I could talk to her; she helped me a great deal. I'm sure there are thousands of people who can say that today. She will be missed.
Janice Petronella
February 3, 2010
I got to know Sandra when she came into my office for her insurance. We laughed and got along very well, and had plans to play golf together . Although I was only her insurance agent, I feel a tremendous loss. My sympathy goes out to her family.
With love, Janice Petronella
Joani Blank
February 2, 2010
This is a tragic loss for all who knew Sandra, but especially for you, her family. How very sad we are....
Rob Pyke
February 2, 2010
Dear family and friends of Sandra, I was blessed to feel the joy of working with Sandra for almost ten years. How she gave her best! And her independence of mind was always refreshing. She and I were often the only ones to show up for big corporate meetings in black leather sportcoats! Will miss her.
Virginia Boga
February 1, 2010
During times like these....there aren't any words that can make anyone feel better. But I wanted to express how sorry I am for your loss. I was one of her students at UMDNJ - Internship. Once again I am very sorry for your loss.
Tom & Elizabeth Clark
January 31, 2010
Frank -- Our thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow. May all your memories be of happy times.
January 31, 2010
The Compassionate Care Committee of
the Society for Sex Therapy and Research
sends deepest sympathies and condolences to
Sandy's family and loved ones.
We share your grief as we all mourn the tragic
loss of our colleague and friend.
January 31, 2010
The Executive Council and Members of the Society for Sex Therapy and Research (SSTAR) wish to express their deep sadness, sorrow and sincere condolences to Sandra Leiblum's son, husband and other family members. Sandra was a charter member of EAST, the forerunner society to SSTAR. She served SSTAR as President and was also a recipient of our Masters and Johnson Award for Excellence. Sandra's career was distinguished by her energy and generous devotion to her many students, friends and colleagues. She was a brilliant writer and gifted speaker/teacher and will be deeply missed by all.
Michael A. Perelman, Ph.D.
SSTAR President
Johanna Vante
January 31, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
On behalf of the Dutch PGAD Support Group
Bob and Shann McGwier
January 30, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Ginger Bush
January 30, 2010
AASECT wishes to express our deepest sympathy to the family of Sandra Leiblum. Our thoughts and prayers are with her son and husband. Sandra will always be in our hearts and memories. She will be missed dearly and will live on in our work.
The AASECT members, staff, and Board of Directors send their condolences.
Ginger Bush, MSW
AASECT President
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