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SANDRA LYNN SLOAN

Date of Passing: May 13, 2013

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SANDRA LYNN SLOAN Sandra Lynn Sloan passed away peacefully on May 13, 2013 after over 60 years dealing with diabetes and its complications. Sandra was a secretary at the Northwest Company 19 years culminating as the secretary to the Vice President of Marketing and Supervisor of the secretarial pool. She left a legacy as a political and social activist, writer and support group leader helping patients, families, and clinicians to better understand and deal with diabetes. Sandra led a march on the legislature of long-time survivors of diabetes to raise awareness about the burdens of the disease, which resulted in a provincial government decision to provide sufficient support for blood testing strips. She was a longtime member of Saint Barnabas Anglican Church and was the parish reporter for the Rupertsland News. In her youth, Sandra was an avid swimmer, tennis player, and member of the Winnipeg Canoe Club. She spent many hours at the family cabin at Hillside Beach and enjoying meals at the Half Moon on the way home. She is survived by Rick Yackel, her husband, love, and partner for 18 years, her brother and sister-in-law Jeff and Vesna Sloan and her nieces Elizabeth and Marilyn and nephew Alan. Sandra is also survived by countless friends whose lives she touched and her cat Sox. Sandra was predeceased by her parents, Olive and Elmer Sloan of Winnipeg, and her sister Vivian of Minneapolis and beloved dogs Chico and Taffy. A celebration of Sandra's life will be held at Saint Barnabas Anglican Church, 730 McPhillips Street on Thursday, May 16 at 2:00 p.m., with interment at Chapel Lawn Memorial, 4000 Portage Avenue thereafter.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 15, 2013

Condolences & Memories (13 entries)

  • I started at Northwest fresh out of high school and Sandra oversaw the department of girls I worked in. She was a good example of work ethics and a good teacher of office practices. I enjoyed working under her supervision. Sorry to hear of her passing. - Posted by: Linda (Coworker) on: Aug 06, 2014

  • Very sorry to hear of Sandra's passing. She inspired us all to improve our lives by taking ownership of our diabetes. My sincere condolences to Rick, her family, and of course Sox; a very forgiving cat who watched in horror as my guide dog ate the cat food. Rest in peace Sandra. - Posted by: Janet Hunt (Past survivor) on: May 24, 2013

  • My heartfelt condolences to Rick, Jeff and family and all remaining relatives. I will always remember Sandra with a smile on her face, a kind heart, and an amusing story to tell. You will be missed and in my prayers. - Posted by: Renata Kruc (Vesna Sloan's Sister) on: May 19, 2013

  • Rick I am sorry for your loss, I am sure you have lots of memories though. Tom Hamilton - Posted by: Tom Hamilton (Friend and co -worker) on: May 19, 2013

  • Beautiful photo of Sandra. Gosh I so wish I had known her years ago but thankful to have known her even for so short a time even though from a distance. I watched avidly for emails from her. Sandra certainly had an impressive life and achieved much in spite of her diabetes not only for herself but others inflicted in the same way. The Sloan family can be so proud of her. Deepest sympathies to Rick her brother Jeff and family (and Sox!). She will still be an inspiration to you all. - Posted by: Kathleen (Kathie) Benfell (Second cousin) on: May 16, 2013

  • Dear Rick; Dan and I wish to send our deepest sympathy. Sandra was a good listener, friend and support to those that became part of survivors. She always had time for every one. She will be missed. - Posted by: Dan and everdina (Friends) on: May 15, 2013

  • Rick, Jeff, Ves and family - we are very sorry to hear about Sandra. We very much enjoyed spending time with her and enjoyed her activism stories and sheer tenacity in dealing with big government. We will always remember her spunk and don't get me riled attitude. Sandra will be missed and remembered by us all. She really touched us in a special way. - Posted by: Greg & Kathy Burtnick (Friends) on: May 15, 2013

  • I was sad to hear of Sandra's passing as I remember her from the happy years at The North West Company where she was well liked and respected. She faced her health challenges with valor and determination and inspired those around her. My condolences to Rick and the rest of her family. - Posted by: Gary Eggertson (friend from The North West Company ) on: May 15, 2013

  • I have only known Sandra for a short part of her life. I was so impressed with her spirit, generosity, spunk and love of life. She loved Rick and Sox. I was so glad to have met Sandra and I will never forget her strength. - Posted by: Judy Teague (second cousin) on: May 15, 2013

  • Rick I want to extend my deepest sympathies to you and all of Sandra's family. It was my honor and pleasure to know Sandra for many years, her strength and tenacity were an inspiration to all who were fortunate to know her - Posted by: Josie Melo (Friend) on: May 15, 2013

  • I got to know Sandra throug my brother Marcel. She was a real fighter and everybody admired her for that. I remember Marcel going to the legislative with the group and they won. Sandra and Marcel are both in heaven watching over us and they can see us. Sincerely Gaby Lemieux. - Posted by: Gaby Lemieux (Friend) on: May 15, 2013

  • Sandra was such a good person and will be deeply missed. Mom will miss her company and great conversations. She was one of the strongest women we have ever known and such a hard fighter. - Posted by: Rick and Debbie Morris (Cousin) on: May 15, 2013

  • It was my pleasure to know Sandra for the past 25 years - truly an inspiring person and a role model for those living with diabetes - her beautiful smile and "can do" attitude were always heart warming I feel proud to have been able to call her my friend and she leaves a legacy to aspire to. My sympathies to your Rick - sorry I am away and cannot attend the funeral - my thoughts will be with you! - Posted by: Lori Berard (longtime friend and admirer) on: May 15, 2013

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