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Sandra Brooks Obituary

Sandra Grace Brooks went to the light on May 25, 2023. She passed peacefully with family and her team by her side after a yearlong journey with pancreatic cancer. Sandra Grace was born to Lt Col Winston Scott Brooks and Marcella Jorgina Brooks in Heidelberg, Germany on a US Army base.

Sandra Grace was a lifelong learner who dedicated herself to studying alternative healing modalities. She was beloved by her many friends and clients, assisting many lives through her transformative work and cutting-edge techniques. Her eye for beauty and detail were expressed in many ways including hanging wall paper, interior design and hotel management. She lived a life full of inspiration, beauty and kindness. Always one to try new things and see new places, she was an avid explorer and adventurer. Driving the Blue Ridge Parkway was one of her favorite pastimes.

She is survived by her life partner Ray Grover and her son William Gerald Chaplain II "Jason". She is also survived by her sister Karen Lynn Green and her family, and the members of the Grover family, including Ray's son, Tim Grover and adored family members, Nathaniel, Forrest, Logan and Myah, as well as Ray's daughter, Kim, her husband, Ian, and their daughter, Isla Georgiann. She leaves to cherish her memory devoted friends, clients and caregivers, especially Dr. Charlene Hudson.

A celebration of life will be at a later date this year. In lieu of flowers please make a contribution to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network at www.pancan.org. Condolences may be offered at www.vacremationsociety.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jun. 4, 2023.

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Jimmy McLean

March 25, 2024

Sandy, May your memory be eternal. God's Peace and Blessings

Karen Kinser

July 6, 2023

Sandra Grace will always have a place in my heart. She offered help, healing and friendship during a very dark period in my life. She is truly among the most beautiful people I've ever met. I know that she is on the most magical travel in her life, now . . . Go in Peace and Wonder, Sandra. With much love, Karen

mary lee

June 3, 2023

Sandra will be greatly missed. She was a lovely, kind soul. I think of her every day. My condolences to her family,

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