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     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.

 


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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 March 1st 2008 she asks me to go to a birthday party with her, because she didn’t want to go by herself. The rest is history. We were inseparable. We had so much fun together. If I had a bad day at work, she always had a way to cheer me up. Sandie was one of the nicest people I have ever met. She always had a positive attitude about everything. It has been very difficult to watch Sandie suffer so much in the past few months. Sandie, you knew how much you meant to me. You will always have a place in my heart. “LOVE YA!! MS. FLEMING”

Dave Speener
 
I wrote a song for Sandie about 5 years ago that I was never able to give her. It's called "Heroes and Dreams".

When we were younger, we'd share with each other our innermost secrets and dreams;
You'd be the damsel of a medieval castle
            In a fairytale world of dragons and kings.
You'd promise your heart to the knight who could save you, and the hero would always be me,
Then we'd ride off together, in search of forever, drifting through your fantasy.

You grew up believing that dreams were deceiving, and happiness couldn't be found
In a box of old memories that once held you near me;
             You gave up your need to have heroes around.
But the moments we treasured as children together will always be with you, my friend.
And in the whispering echoes of dragons and heroes, we'll ride off together again.

And in the whispering echoes of dragons and heroes, we'll ride off together again.
Cheryl Miller
 
I knew Sandie for about 15 years. I met her through darts, but it was the conversations we had that I will remember most.  I am so sorry for the pain and struggles she endured this past year.  She will be missed....
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!

 

 

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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
 
I never knew that you were even sick. I read the paper and saw that you were gone and it just broke my heart. I sat there and remembered the fun we had shooting darts and acting a little crazy at times but that was me.

You are in a better place and good hands now. One day we will see each other again. Love you, muah!!
Shirley &Terry Harris On the go May 17, 2010
 
Its so hard to believe that you are not going to be with us.  You are such a great person, so full of life and always on the going doing something.  You were always happy.  You will be missed greatly, but you are in a better place.  My heart goes out to the family and Row.
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.

 

 

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