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Jesse Sanderson-Thomas

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Jesse Sanderson-Thomas

Jesse Sanderson-Thomas Obituary

SANDERSON-THOMAS, Jesse - Beloved daughter of Judith Sanderson and Edward Thomas passed away March 4. Her life of 23 years was filled with loving family and friends whose lives were always brightened by her presence. She traveled the world beginning at a young age and knew the meaning of compassion and caring when she did volunteer work in Costa Rica at age 15 and at 17, she volunteered in India venturing alone with determination and courage. Her college education was also worldly with years spent in Switzerland, Russia and Vancouver, Canada where she graduated with a double major in History and Russian. Her love was the world of art and anything that challenged her creativity. She brought style and grace into the lives she touched. She will be missed by so many but the memories of this unique and vibrant woman will live on forever. A celebration of her life, as she would have wanted, will be held at Andalu restaurant www.andalusf.com from 12 - 3 PM Sunday March 13.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Mar. 11, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Jesse Sanderson-Thomas

16 Entries

Laura Jensen

March 21, 2005

I was so deeply sorry to hear the news about Jesse today. After playing volleyball with her in middle school and many sleep-overs as girls, I cannot imagine that her bright and generous spirit is no longer with us. My thoughts are with you both during this time.

Russell Wright

March 18, 2005

Dear Jesse,

I have so many fond memories of you: A Kids' Club field trip to the zoo in 1st grade, dancing across the stage in disco clothes in "Oliver's Urban Twist." Helping us cut up bagels on camping trips, Seeing you perform in "Sweet Charity" at St. Mary's, Stories of your youthful culinary adventures (dining at Ratto's for example). Hanging out with you on the playground at Marin School chatting the afternoon away.

I remember how graceful you were with the farewell you gave to all of us, Sophie, Emily, Colleen, Susannah, Bill, Nick, Jonathan, Julia, Anneka to mention a few on your last day of my summer program Young People's Theatre Group. After attending for 6 years, you had decided to try something different. I think you volunteered in Costa Rica the following summer.

Even though I was no longer your "teacher" I had the good fortune to bump into you from time. I saw you and your Mom at Kirin on Solano maybe a couple of years ago. More recently I saw you in San Francisco. When I was in the Mission district a couple of months ago you heard my voice at the BART station. Found me in a crowd and told me you knew I was somewhere in the station because "you'd recognize my voice anywahere." You had this way of making people feel instantly loved, special and appreciated. I will always remember you and cherish your friendship, warmth, intellect and spirit.

Cal and Barbara Podrid

March 18, 2005

Ed and Judith

We are so heartbroken to hear about Jesse. We saw her as an infant and child and remember, as if it were yesterday, your bringing her to visit in the ED and how her face brought sunshine into the lounge. I also remember seeing the picture of a beautiful young woman displayed proudly in ED's office.

There really are no words to describe how truly sorry we are.

Jelana Bighorn

March 15, 2005

Dear Edward and Judith,

I first met your daughter in the dormitories of UBC almost five years ago. From the very beginning I was struck by the warmth of her heart and the kindness in her eyes. As time went on, I became astounded by the passion she devoted to the things in her life that she felt were important. She taught me so much about what it means to be a true friend. She was loved by people all over campus. Everytime I walked to class with her, folks would be waving and calling out to her all the way to class- that's the kind of person she is. The last time I saw Jesse was at my wedding in December. I will cherish the memories that I have of her. Please know that your daugther is remembered by her good friends at UBC - we will always keep your family in our prayers.

With sincere love and regards,

Jelana Bighorn

Cyrina Abowd

March 14, 2005

Eddie & Judy,

The celebration of Jesse's life on Sunday, was a cherished moment to me. I did not have all the years to get to know her, as she developed into this most remarkable, intelligent, & gorgeous loving women. I was able to sense & experience Jesse's personality & amazing life yesterday. All through the eyes of your family, friends & the years of pictures of Jesse's journey on earth. Her Spirit will always be alive. I am so sorry for your loss.

Your cousin,

Cyrina

Bob and Devon Hershenow

March 13, 2005

Judi and Ed,

We are terribly saddened by the news of Jesse's passing. It's so hard to believe she's gone... We wish that we could have joined you in celebration of her life, but know that you are in our hearts and prayers.

Susannah Schnick

March 13, 2005

Jesse will always be one of the most beautiful, kind hearted, wonderful people I have had the privilege to know. I spent years with her at both Movement And Music and Farview ranch camp. As a young girl I looked up to her. Her dazzling smile and the graceful way in which she moved her body are etched in my mind and evoke some of my happiest memories. She was an incredibly caring, warm, and loving women and it saddens me greatly to hear that she is no longer with us.

Gary Quien

March 12, 2005

Ed and Judith:

We're so very very sorry to hear of your loss.

We'll all remember Jesse fondly as a bright and beautiful girl who was a warm and vibrant presence growing up on Pomona Ave.

It saddens us greatly to realize that we'll never see her again; you have all our sympathies.

Love,

Gary, Vera and Acacia

Megan Quirolo

March 12, 2005

Jesse was my first Best Friend and even though she was two years older than me, I never thought about it, and she never reminded me. I remember my six-year old self wishing that I could built a tunnel between the short space between our two houses.

I was so lucky to have her as a friend, and I'll never forget the time we shared as children.

It makes me happy to hear about all the good things she did for so many others in her life.

Keith Quirolo

March 12, 2005

Dear Ed and Judith,

Lynn and I were shocked and saddened to hear about Jesse’s passing. It was such a short time ago when Jesse was playing with Megan for hours on end, like her older sister. The costumes they made together, the make-believe scenes they would play out, and the stories they would tell. She was an inspiration. Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. Keith and Lynn

Sophie Gross

March 11, 2005

I was so sad to hear of Jesse's passing. I went to camp (Movement & Music and Far View) with her for years as a kid, but I haven't seen her in 4 or 5 years. She was always someone I looked up to... I thought she was so beautiful, smart and cool. She taught my friend and I how to shave our legs in 4th grade (when she was in 6th grade), taught us about the best face wash and always showed us kindness, even though we were just kids tagging along while she gracefully imparted the wisdom of being a teenage girl. I will always remember her as a kind and caring mentor who showed me how to treat people with love and compassion and to enjoy life... she was a strong role model for me growing up and Im very sorry she is no longer with us.

Debra Mipos

March 11, 2005

while I never met her I heard about her through the loving eyes of her father. She sounded like someone I wanted to know and the world was a better place because she was there.

Janis & Ken Poe

March 11, 2005

Dear Judith and Ed,

We were shocked and saddened to hear of Jesse's passing. A beautiful girl we will always remember fondly. Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time.

Janis, Ken, Amanda and Melissa Poe

Steve Michel

March 11, 2005

Gosh, Ed and Judith, I'm so sorry to hear this news. Jesse was such a bright presence, and I can only imagine the heartache you're feeling now. We'll be thinking of you.

Beverly & Craig Norleen

March 11, 2005

We are grieved at the loss of such a shining young woman.

Rory Tira

March 11, 2005

Jesse's curiousity for our world and the light she brought to it has alway set her apart. I remember dearly her easy and welcome smile, her questioning and critical mind, and her grace as she grew from a 14 year old girl to a woman ready to embrace the world. May God's mercy rest on her family and friends at this time.

Ms. Rory Dorman Tira

Saint Marys College High School

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