My “BUDDY”, “BESTFRIEND” and “LOVER”,
I knew Sandie for probably 20 years, because we both hung out at the Brass Key. We played a lot of darts together (She would always kick my ass). On
Sandra J. “Sandie” Fleming, 53, of East Peoria, passed away on Thursday morning, May 13, 2010, at Methodist Medical Center in Peoria.
Sandie was born on October 28, 1956 in Appleton, WI, a daughter of Collins Vern and Denise Margaret (Whitman) Opper. Her father preceded her in death, along with a brother, Steve Opper; uncle, Ronald Whitman; maternal grandparents, George and Marcelline Whitman; and godfather, Norbert Liska.
She is survived by her mother of Green Bay, WI; sons, Ryan (Liz) Pagel of Macomb and Kyle Pagel of Elmwood; brothers, Scott (Sue) and William Opper of WI; sister, Susan Evans of FL; niece, Jessica Reis of FL; aunts and uncles, George (Teri) Whitman, Noreen (Richard) Smith and Karen (Wayne) Kruse, all of WI; godmother, Elsie Liska of WI; and her boyfriend and best friend, Rolland “Row” Miller of Morton.
She was employed with the Hawk Agency in Peoria, since April 3, 1989. She was a Systems Manager and earned numerous Employee of the Quarter awards.
She was active in Peoria area dart, pool, golf and bowling leagues and was a former state dart champion. She also loved softball, reading, playing cards and collecting spoons and Green Bay Packers memorabilia. She also enjoyed going out with her friends and spending time at The Brass Key and Pine Lakes Golf Course.
She most enjoyed spending time with her friends from work; sons, Ryan and Kyle; boyfriend and best friend, Row; and talking to her mom on the phone.
Sandie lived life to the fullest and was always positive and upbeat. She will be remembered as a fun loving lady that was a blast to be around. You couldn’t know a nicer person.
Sandie’s family would like to thank Row Miller and her friends at the Hawk Agency for all of their love and support.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 17, 2010, at Clary Funeral Home, 428 West McClure Avenue, in Peoria, with Fr. Thomas E. Taylor officiating. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memory Gardens in Washington.
Memorial contributions may be made in Sandie’s memory to the American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery in Peoria.
Rolland Miller |
My “BUDDY”, “BESTFRIEND” and “LOVER”,
I knew Sandie for probably 20 years, because we both hung out at the Brass Key. We played a lot of darts together (She would always kick my ass). On
Dave Speener |
Cheryl Miller |
Ruth Davis |
Sandie and I had lots of fun on numerous trips we took to Workshops etc for work. Trips to the "Boat"
Sandie always won and I always lost all my money. But we malways had fun!
How fortuunate that Sandie and I got to be roomies in Hawaii.
Lots of good memories!
Rolland Miller | Family Members and Friends | May 18, 2010 |
To family members and friends,
Just want to say how sorry I am for your loss. I think all of you knew what Sandie meant to me. At least she is not suffering anymore. Want to thank everyone that has help me get through these hard times. God Bless.
Amanda Millard | My Dart Friend | May 17, 2010 |
Shirley &Terry Harris | On the go | May 17, 2010 |
Karen Cole | Prayers for all of you. | May 16, 2010 |
Rolland & Sandie's family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Sandie & I met through darts but quickly found we had several things in common. I, also, grew up in Wisconsin & am a Green Bay Packer fan. We often found ourselves together with our "Packer" jackets & shirts on. We would cheer our team on & take the "ribbing" from others. Rolland, I know that you brought her a lot of happiness. Our prayers & caring thoughts go out to all of you.
Karen & Bill Cole
Ruth Davis | Good bye, Dear Friend | May 16, 2010 |
Dear family,
I am so sorry about Sandie. We not only worked together many years but were friends as well.
I will miss her.