Sandra Jean McDavid (Vandeven)
January 24, 1963-August 18, 2014
After a long battle with brain tumors, Sandy has left us. She is being welcomed by her beloved grandparents John and Peta Vandeven, Grandmother Geddes, and adoring father in law, Gordon McDavid. Those that have been left behind cherish the gifts of kindness, compassion, good-humour, and countless memories of how wonderful she was. Carrying on are her high school sweetheart and partner of 36 years, Douglas; who is not only grieving the loss of his soul-mate, but also of his very best friend. Sandra’s spirit also lives on in her three daughters, Cara (Mike) who carries the gift of her mother’s strength and determination, Tessa (Donald) who carries her mother’s generosity and creativity, and Caitlin (Andrew) who displays an empathy and a gentle spirit that she learned from Sandra. Sandra adored her grandchildren and cherished the time that she spent with them; Asher, Addison, Avalon, and Elora will miss the hugs from Nana. Sandra also leaves behind countless family and friends, including her mother Gloria Walter, father Audri Vandeven, mother in law Joan McDavid; sister, Teresa Vandeven (Les), and brother, Scott Vandeven (Theressa). Despite the fact that she faced such a difficult journey with her own illness, Sandra always looked to help and care for others. She was the kind of woman who gave thoughtful gifts, words of support, and presence to others. Her family thanks everyone for the support over the years and in the days ahead as we learn to live without her. In particular the Allan Blair Cancer centre cared for Sandra for over 20 years as she dealt with her illness. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sandra’s name to the New Estevan Regional Care Home are requested; as they cared so kindly and attentively for Sandra in the last months of her life. A celebration of Sandra’s life and spirit will be held Monday August 25, 2014 at 2:00pm, St Paul’s United Church, Estevan, Saskatchewan. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan, SK.