Unexpectantly, but peacefully, at her home on November 9, 2025 in her 65th year. Proud mother of Adam Thomson and Elisha Martene of Granton, Derrick and Katie Thomson of Woodham, and Evan and Rebbeca Thomson of Zurich. Cherished grandmother of Sierra, Rylie, and Chase; Avery, Max, and Logan; Hannah and Micheal. Much loved sister and sister-in-law of Dawn Cameron (Doug) of Point Edward, and Lori Schlegel of Exeter. Predeceased by her parents Wayne and Marilyn Schlegel and her brother Gary Schlegel. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, and her best friend Leona McIntosh.
At Sandra’s request, cremation has taken place.
Donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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keith hurman
Condolenses to Sandy’s family and friends , Sandy was a very nice lady . Always enjoyed chatting with Sandy at her work place. She will be missed by everyone that was fortunate enough to meet her. RIP Sandy
Matthew, Aiden, Bev, David Cody
Sandy was a very kinda neighbour and we will miss her. Our condolences in this difficult time.
Dave & Deb Chappel
Thinking of all Sandy’s family and friends. may your special memories bring you comfort. Our deepest sympathy to all.
Dan and Melissa McIsaac
So sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you in this difficult time.
She was a great mother and grandmother, she will be missed greatly. Grief is a form of love persevering. 🤍
Laura and Justin Campbell
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all, at this are time.
Jim & Marilyn Skinner & Christopher Skinner
Adam
Condolences to your family on the sudden loss of your mother. Thinking of you all
Larry & Janice Bertens
Adam, Derrick, Evan and families,
Our sincere condolences with your loss. Cherish the good times that you spent together.
Robert Dale
Our heartfelt sympathies to Sandy’s family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sharon and Rob Dale
Audrey & Steve Skinenr
Our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother and grandmother. Sandy always had a warm smile and she loved to share many wonderful stories of her grandchilden, whom she loved with her whole heart. I was lucky enough to get to know her over a few golf games which we shared many laughs. May your precious memories keep her forever in your hearts. RIP Sandy.
Bob & Sharon Pavkeje
So very sorry to read of your Mom’s passing. I always enjoyed having a quick chat with her, but haven’t run into her in a while. Thinking of you all in the days ahead.
Melonie
Evan, Adam, Derrick and families
We were so sad to hear of your mom passing. She was a kind & gentle person and so proud of all of you & her grandchildren. We enjoyed our weekly visit at the store when she would come for the Exeter paper & treats for the Kraft employees.
Barry & Melonie Miller
Clare & Brenda (Parsons) Martene
Dear: Adam, Elisha, Derrick, Katie, Evan, Becca; Grandchildren: Sierra, Rylie, & Chase; Avery, Max, & Logan; Hannah & Micheal; Sister’s: Lori, Dawn (Doug); Nieces & Nephews; Best Friends & Neighbours . . .
❤️ “Don’t cry because I’m gone; Smile brightly because I lived.” ❤️
The right words are hard to find to describe our sadness hearing the unexpected passing of Sandy – a beautiful life cut to short. Your family has experienced a huge loss with her passing & you will miss her presence in your family & in your lives. She loved all her family & friends unconditionally – she was especially proud of all her precious grandchildren. Speak her name often & share memories to help these little ones remember her in the coming years. We were blessed & honoured to have known Sandy for such a short time – we will remember her as a kind, cheerful & gentle soul with a wonderful, sincere smile, who was so welcoming & always ready for a friendly chit-chat. Her memory will forever live on, in the stories, pictures, videos, laughter, tears & love that you all shared as a family & may they heal your hearts & bring smiles through your tears. Please take comfort in knowing that she is now resting in the sweetest Peace & her Spirit will guide you safely, as life goes on. We offer our heartfelt condolences during this immensely heartbreaking time – praying for peace that surpasses all understanding. We share your infinite sorrow & will miss her. May you find strength & comfort in each other now & in the warm embrace of friends to help you move forward through the difficult days ahead! ❤️
Love, Clare & Brenda (Parsons) Martene
Cindy Shaddock and Family
Dawn & Lori, Adam, Derrick & Evan and families
Our family sends our deepest condolences to you all during this tremendously difficult time. I went to school with Sandy and we seen her regularly at her work. I will miss that smile and our chatter, giggles, her kindness and humour. We are sending prayers to you all.
Carolyn Johns
Sympathies to Sandy’s family.
A kind hard working woman who loved her grandchildren.
Gone too soon.
Pauline Miller
Adam, Elisha & family
My deepest sympathy! My thoughts & prayers are with you at this very sad & most difficult time!
Anmarie Kraft- Hoffman & David Desjardine
Our deepest ‘Sympathy’ to all of Sandy’s family & friends. Sending Hugs 🤗
Mary-Lynne
Dawn & Lori, Adam, Derrick & Evan and families.
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all. Sandy was an amazing woman and a wonderful friend. I will miss her.
Margaret&Jack Kraft
To all of Sandy’s family-
We offer our sincere and heartfelt condolences to all of you.
She adored her family and spoke often ….. very often and proudly of her grandchildren. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you navigate the days ahead.
We, her work family are heartbroken at her sudden passing. She was a devoted and cherished employee. Her passion was to be on the road, delivering parts and greeting customers.
Sandy had a smile in her voice and a sense of dry humour that was so unique!
She will be forever in our hearts and so missed.❤️
On behalf of
Morley, Julie,Elaine, Lee, Donna, Vickie, Dean, Quinn, Marley and Jim
Margaret&Jack
Kraft Auto Parts – Carquest Exeter
Regis Auto Parts – Carquest Ingersoll
Linda Mills
Sending my sincerest sympathy to her family at this sad time.
Wayne Hall
Dawn and Lori, I am sorry to hear of Sandy’s passing, way too young. I have lots of memorable times staying at the Shady Pines KOA when my family were seasonal campers. Rest in Peace Sandy.
The Hitching Post Staff
Derrick & Katie and the entire Thomson family,
We extend our most sincere condolences to you during this difficult time. Our hearts are with you as you navigate such a significant loss.
-The Hitching Post team
Rose Erb
Lori and family, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you my friend ❤️
Ellen Green
Lori and family,
My sincere condolences on the loss of Sandra. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Ellen Green
Paul & Virginia Warwick
Evan, Derrick, Adam and your families;
We are heart broken, as you are, over this sad news. Sandy & i shared one of these tangled webs of life together, including golf, Chinese take out, mushrooms on steak and spontaneous Saturday morning coffees.
Please let your children grow up knowing their Grandma was a wonderful gal. She was clever with her Christmas gifts to you and know that she loved you guys more than you will ever know!
Rest peacefully my friend.
Virginia & Paul
Bill & Darlene Hooper
Our sincere condolences to Sandy’s family. She was a great neighbor & friend.
We will miss her when dealing at Kraft Auto. Cherish all of your wonderful memories.
Thinking of you all.
Ron and Lynne Godkin
Adam, Derrick and Evan:
Ron and I are so sorry to hear of Sandy’s passing. Every time I met Sandy she was smiling, and I always loved hearing her updates about the three of you and your families. She will be greatly missed.
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To Sandra’s family and friends
Sorry to learn of her passing, way too young.
Our condolences to all.
Marcia Tweddle
Lori and Dawn I am so sorry to hear about Sandy’s passing. Sending hugs and prayers to you both and the whole family. Hold each other close at this difficult time. Love Marcia, Jim and Family. 😞
C. Robert Cornish
Will always remember her as a wonderful neighbour, our very deepest condolences Rob & Guenter
Uncle scott and Aunt Arlene and family
Our hearts go out to your family at this sad time
Every time I’ve seen Sandy she always talked about her grandchildren and the things they did together
John and Sandy Ulch
Katie and Derrick, Adam, Evan and your families
We are so sorry to hear that your Mom/Grandma has passed away. We will be thinking of you in the days ahead.
Kevin and Brenda Regier
So sorry to hear about your mom’s sudden passing. Deepest sympathies to you all, especially Evan, Becca, Hannah and Micheal. May your memories bring you comfort during this very difficult time.
Michele & Alan Hodgert
Sorry to hear of Sandy’s passing.
We will miss her when dealing with Kraft Auto.
Jerry , Linda & Craig Traquair
Dear Thomson & Schlegel families,
We are so very sorry for your great loss. Big hugs to the little ones.
Heather (Maguire) Wells
Lori and Family, so sorry to hear of Sandy’s sudden passing. You are in our thoughts. Deepest sympathy Heather and Ralph
Larry & Lois Jones
Adam Thomson and Elisha Martene, you and your families have our sincere condolences at this time
Tanya Stuckless-Boyle
My heart aches for you all – she loved her Family so much. I miss working with her but have so many memories from the years we worked together ! Thinking of you guys for the days ahead.
Kate Hern
Chris and I would like to offer our sincere condolences to all of Sandy’s family.
Though I haven’t seen Sandy in a few years, I have many fond memories of her from our time working at Kraft together. So many laughs during our Christmas parties, girls nights watching survivor, a bunch of dinners and many more.
So very sad to hear this news.
Rest in peace Sandy.
Chris and Kate Hern
Uncle Steve and Aunt Joanne & Family
My heart is broken for you all. Your Mom and Grandma loved you so much. She was so proud of you. We share your infinite sorrow. We loved her too.
Tammy Preszcator
Adam, Derrick and Evan,
I just wanted to tell you how sorry I am at the sudden loss of your Mother. I did not know her, but I am sending my condolences to you all and your families.
Grant Thomson
My thoughts are with you at this time
Gabbie Mol
Our most sincere condolences. Our thoughts are with Sandra
Amber bonvie
Heaven gained such an incredible angel ❤️ still so hard to believe! May she rest in the sweetest of peace 🤍🪽