October 1, 1941 – January 4, 2011
Passed quietly in Victoria, B.C. to a foe that could not suppress her love, laughter, ready smile or the love she felt for family and friends. After a long and arduous journey, she has finally found peace. Ever the optimist, she took every day as a blessing, happy to be alive and feel the warmth of the sun or the cool of a refreshing rain.
Predeceased by her soul mate and loving husband, Graham Bruce Wachter; her parents, Luxandra and Jacques Wiart and brother, Eugene Wiart; and her brother-in-law Blair Wachter (Ann-Mari).
Those that remain will miss Sandy but forever cherish the memory of a person life could not beat down. This includes her daughters, Dorinda Wachter (Teresa) and Ronella Mitchell (Mike); her seven grandchildren and two grand-puppies. Her brothers, Maurice (Terry) and Raoul (Louise) Wiart and their families; a special aunt and uncle, Ruthy Keays and Teddy Sedawie; sister-in-laws, Carole Wells (Basil), Daphne Feusier (Paul) and brother-in-law Bernie Wachter; God-daughter Maureen Helgesen-McKenzie; and all cousins, nieces, nephews and their families.
Sandy will be missed by all who knew her and still hold her in their hearts. She would not want us to mourn her death but to cherish her life. She accepted what life had dealt without complaint; she showed how to live and enjoy life and to laugh despite adversity. She and Bruce are once again together!
A Celebration of Sandy’s Life will be held on Saturday, April 9th at 1pm at the Metchosin Community Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, or Multiple Sclerosis Foundation.
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Cecile Godo
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heather mitchell Dearest Dorrinda and family, please accept my heartfelt condolences to you and your family,you are in my thoughts and prayers.
If there is anything you need, please call.
Be Blessed,
Heather Mitchell(Tripple, Royal 2), now 7S
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the mccormick family You have our sincerest sympathy,
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Dorothy & Jim Fitzsimmons Dorinda, we were very sorry to hear of Sandy’s passing. I had not seen her for a long time and so did not realize she was that ill.
I enjoyed bowling with Sandy at Mayfair Lanes, she was always encouraging and always happy.
Sandy will be missed by all who knew her.
Our thoughts are with all of you,
Dorothy
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Lisa Kendall Dear Doe and Ronella I am so sorry, Mom (Pat) brought the paper home after visiting Barb Satwasky; so January 22 is when I found out that your mom passed. I don’t know really what to say, I hope you have alot of family and friends around (close) to help, to hold and to support you and if you need anything please don’t hesitate to ask. Know that Pat, Don, Lisa and Todd (Kendall) are thinking of you. Love you lots, all our prayers
Lisa
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Jill Vanderbyl Durinda and Ronella. I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a really awesome lady. Accept my sincere condolences.
Jill Vanderbyl and family
From my heart to yours; Dorinda and Ronella I am so sorry that your mom is no longer here, thou always with you your parents will be forever.
you are in my thoughts and heart, stay strong.
with sympathy,
Cecile.