Leslie has gone home.
Thank you to all who have followed Leslie’s journey these past few months. Your love and generosity is more meaningful than we could ever express.
Leslie Sands' home on the web
Leslie Sands' home on the web
Leslie has gone home.
Thank you to all who have followed Leslie’s journey these past few months. Your love and generosity is more meaningful than we could ever express.
Oh, dear sweet family. My heart aches for you and all that you’ve had to witness. Yet, my heart is rejoicing as I see Leslie’s beautiful smile and keen eyes looking into the face of Jesus. Heaven is personal now; more tangible.
“Be still, and know that I am God.” Ps. 46:10
He knew before time began that she would be with Him now.
Thank you so much, Katie. Your words brought tears to our eyes and yet, like you said, we’re joyful at the thought of her being with the angels in heaven. Thank you for your kindness and love. I know your friendship meant a lot to our mom. Please stay in touch and stay well.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura
Oh Lord I know she is just worshipping and loving being in your loving embrace. Our hearts grieve here on this side of heaven. I know you are saying to her “well done good and faithful servant.” We will miss her light and love. She was so courageous. A true example of walking through the valley of the shadow of death with no fear.
Thanks, Faye. Yes, as you said, she was so courageous even to the very end. We know she’s in heaven without the burden of sickness or pain, and for that, we can feel relieved. Thank you for your kindness and love – you meant so much to mom. Stay in touch and stay well.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura
We are sad to hear this and send our deepest condolences to you and your family, Jon. Leslie was a treasure, whose life reflected the beauty of Christ. Even in the midst of her own illness, she lovingly ministered to us and to our daughter. We will always remember her with love and gratitude.
Thank you so much, Jerry. Leslie was indeed a treasure and never hesitated to share the word of Christ with anyone in her vicinity. Your family meant so much to my mom and we are so thankful to have friends like you. We will continue to keep your family in our prayers, particularly your daughter as she confronts her illness. Please send our love to her, please stay in touch, and let us know if there’s is anything we can do for you.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura
The battle is over. She’s with the saints rejoicing. and we will see her again. Thanks for the information. Leslie had been on my heart and in my prayers all week. I’m so glad you were able to be nearby, I know it meant a lot to her and Jon.
Thank you, Bonnie. You’ve been so sweet and caring to our family and our mom was so thankful for your love and support. And yes, we were all incredibly blessed to be with her before her passing.
Please continue to stay in touch with us and our dad, and stay well.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura
I’m so, so sorry. I thought Leslie was a pretty neat lady. I’ll always appreciate her encouragement on keeping chickens. They have brought me much enjoyment. Jon, if you need anything, we’re just down the street.
Michelle & Napoleon
Thank you so much, Michelle & Napoleon. Yes, she was indeed a very neat and wonderful person – and she will be missed. We know you meant so much to our mom and thank you for being such great neighbors. Please stay in touch with us and our dad; we know he will appreciate being looked in on every once in a while. Stay well.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura
Sending prayers to your whole family. I remember Leslie fondly.
Rest in sweet peace.
–Julie Tacker
Thank you, Julie. We’re so thankful that our mom had such great friends like you and we deeply appreciate your continued prayers. Please stay in touch and stay well.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura
Heartbroken at reading this post. Leslie has always been someone that I looked up to. I am thankful to have called her cousin and friend. I will be praying for Jon and the family, God bless you during this difficult time.
Thank you so much, Nancy. We know you meant so much to our mom; you were a real bright spot in her life. Thank you so much for your prayers – we truly need them right now. We’d all love to stay in touch with you and become better acquainted. Stay well.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura
Sad, but now she is with the Lord she cherished all her life.
Thanks so much, Chris. We’re so glad that you were able to get in touch with us and with our mom before her passing. You’ve been an amazing friend and supporter and we’re so thankful to have you in our lives. We know you’ll stay in touch – talk soon.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura
So sad for the loss of sweet Leslie — We will miss her beautiful testimony and encouragement in our lives. Praising God that she is no longer suffering and that she is now with her Lord face to face, and knows fully even as she is fully known. Praying for you, Jon, and for the whole family.
Thank you for the sweet words, Julie. Yes, even in the depth of our sadness we can feel relief at the knowledge that mom is no longer suffering. Thank you for your prayers and please continue to stay in touch and stay well.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura
I am sad for all your family, and I know how hard this journey has been for you. You will be kept in our prayers! I also wish I could see the celebration that is going on in Heaven at Leslie’s homecoming. So much joy!!!
Thanks, Dee. Yes, this has been a difficult journey but we’re so grateful to have so many loved ones like you who have been praying and supporting us along the way. We truly appreciate you and hope you will stay in touch. Stay well.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura
Leslie was on my mind this morning, and when I opened and I read this, my heart was both happy and sad. I send love and prayers to Jon, and all the family. You two were such a compliment to each other. Having met Jon our senior year of high school and then having the privilege to have the both of them as friends as we were homeschooling and raising our children together. The sweetest moments were in sharing our faith. I know she us rejoicing in the presence of our LORD and Savior and soon all who have received Him as LORD and Savior will hear “Come up hither.”.. and so we will be together again, until then, let us persevere and fight the good fight, just as Leslie dud, to the very end. You will be missed my friend ❣️
Thank you for those kind and loving words, Vicki. You and your family meant so much to my mom and it’s wonderful for us girls to reconnect with you and be reminded of the long friendship our parents have shared with you over the years. Please continue to send prayers as they are greatly appreciated. Stay in touch and stay well.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura
May God’s love comfort all the family. I know Leslie will be greatly missed!
Thank you, Marcy. Yes, mom will be sorely missed. Thank you for sending your words of encouragement. You have no idea how much we appreciate it. Please stay in touch and stay well.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura
mmmm…i’m so sorry for your loss…heartbreaking and difficult times for you all…
i so appreciate the courage, humor and faith that Leslie maintained and shared through her blog.
much love and prayers for each of you as you grieve and celebrate Leslie’s life.
Thanks, Lisa. Yes, we’re so happy she was able to share more of her life with loved ones like yourself through this blog. Thank you for the continued love and prayers and please continue to stay in touch. Stay well.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura
Dear, sweet Leslie – at last whole and in the presence of the Lord she loves and serves. May God encourage us all by her brave and faithful example. Temporary sorrow for us; unimaginable and eternal joy for her.
Thank you, Marjy. And thank you for being such a great friend to our mom, we know that you meant so much to her. And yes, mom set such a great example for us and we can only hope that we face the rest of our lives with the same courage she exhibited in these past few years. Please continue to stay in touch and stay well.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura
My condolences to the Sands family as you mourn the loss of Leslie. It took awhile for the meaning of the message received via email of “Leslie going home”, what was really being said. May you be comforted with knowing she no longer suffers. She worships the Son along with all of those who have gone on before.
I appreciate so much having been included with others to receive Leslie’s blogs – they were always uplifting, encouraging, informative and much more.
My prayers are with you all.
Luella
Thank you, Luella. And thank you for following our mom’s blog as she shared her journey, her courage, her faith, and her struggles. It’s because of people like you that we’re able to get through this difficult time and we’re so thankful for your prayers and support. Please stay in touch and stay well.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura
So sorry to hear of Leslie’s passing. I miss her and cherish the memories of her as a neighbor and friend. She was so kind to encourage me as I adopted a dog, and then later as I parented my son. Blessings to Jon, Liz, Kathryn, and Laura, and the rest of your family during this time. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you, Laura. And thank you for sharing the memories you have of our mom encouraging you with pet adoption and with parenting advice – she was an incredible woman and we miss her dearly. It’s been a rough several days, but the love, kindness, support, and fond memories we’re receiving from people like yourself has helped to provide a bit of warmth in spite of the emotional pain. Please continue to stay in touch and stay well.
– Liz, Kathryn, and Laura