Sandy Kling of Seattle, WA passed away April 21, 2022. She was born August 1, 1966 in Hartford, WI.
It is difficult to capture Sandy’s list of accomplishments, experiences, and adventures in one short obituary. In just 55 years, Sandy did more than most can even dream. She was determined, fierce, motivated, and adventurous.
She lived life to the fullest from the very beginning. One of 11 kids in rural Hartford, WI, she made a name for herself early. She excelled in her high school choir and was even the lead singer of a rock band as a teenager. After graduating high school, Sandy attended UW-Madison and received a business degree. She eventually settled in Seattle.
In the 30+ years she lived in Seattle, her career in sales allowed her the opportunity to live her life to the fullest. Sandy was incredibly fun to be around. She’d be the first to sing at karaoke, the one to build the biggest bonfire at the campsite, and usually had everyone around her laughing. There just never was a dull moment when Sandy was around. A passionate Seahawks and Badgers fan, she was always interested in sports and being active. One of her favorite things to do was snowboard. You could find her shredding down black diamonds through fresh powder on the most beautiful peaks multiple times a year. When she wasn’t in the mountains, she’d be traveling around the globe to places like Europe, Thailand, and Australia. Her favorite places to visit were Whistler, Canada and Kona, Hawaii. She scuba-dived The Great Barrier Reef and passionately loved the ocean. Her experiences didn’t end there. She also learned to ride a motorcycle and rode her Harley across the country.
She met and touched the lives of so many on all of her journeys. Through everything, she remained humble, hard-working, and extremely generous. She was a best friend to her sisters and a role model to her nieces and nephews. Her family and close friends will miss her greatly.
Preceding her in death were her parents, Adolph and Rosalin, sister Rita, and brother Tom. She is survived by her siblings Dianne Kling of Gilbert, AZ; Bob Kling of Hartford, WI; Joyce Kling (Steve Sawhill) of Albuquerque, NM; Cheryl Heimerl (Randy) of Lake Tomahawk, WI; Donna Heinzelmann (Fred) of Sussex, WI; Larry Kling of Hartford, WI; Jane Kling of Tucson, AZ; and Amy Garlick (Karl) of Savannah, GA; as well as nieces, nephews, and close friends.
A memorial and celebration of Sandy’s life will be planned for a future date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Humane Society.
Too soon; too young. Too sad.
We have such great memories of Sandy that we will hold dear to our hearts . She was such a wonderful person! So sorry for your loss.
My Deepest Sympathy To All GOD BLESS
May you rest peacefully Sandy. Sing on Ride on !!
What an unexpected, heartbreaking loss. I’ve known Sandy for over two decades. We’ve traveled together for scuba and on our motorcycles; always an adventure with Sandy! She was always so fun to hang out and party with! I miss her voice and her generous laughter already!
So terribly heartbreaking! 💔
What a wonderful tribute to Sandy who lived life LARGE!!! Memories of her will always bring a smile to my face and chuckle in the heart! 🥰
God Bless 🙏🏻
To say that Sandy embraced life is an understatement – so fun to be around. She had endless energy, and always cracked me up…
Sandy will be missed by many. She lived a full life in a short time and her infectious laughter and energy will be remembered!!
I have never personally known anyone who lived life as large as Sandy. I will miss talking to each other from our kitchen windows. Sing with Janis Joplin. Rest peacefully
Sandy was one of a kind, she lived her life to the fullest. She was a special person, a dear friend and an awesome neighbor. A ton of fond memories to help wipe away the sadness. Love you Sandy always!
Love you and miss you. Rest In Peace my friend.
Sandy lived life to it’s fullest and will be missed. Her infectious laugh will always be remembered as well as her beautiful singing voice.
I first met Sandy in 8th grade and enjoyed every minute spent with her. She wasn’t just the life of the party – she brought energy to the classroom when we were in our teens. I think of Sandy every time I hear “When the Lights Go Down in the City” by Journey, and I always will. I’m so sorry to find out Sandy is gone when she should have had so many more years to live.
I’m so sorry for your loss, Sandy and I started together in the auction world and have been buds for the last 22 years , she was my right hand man for a bunch of those years , i heard all her stories of her adventures and even the guys she met , kind of like a brother , I’m heartbroken right now because our last words were not on the best of terms and Ill have to live with that …She will be greatly missed and loved …Juice
I simply have no words…I’m just heartbroken. Sandy and I were co-workers that became friends for 20+ years. Although we were miles apart, we would check in with one another from time to time. I will miss her laugh and her stories of her adventures, but most of all I will just miss her. She is now at home with her sweet Hendrix.
….until we meet again my friend.
Love and prayers to all of her family and friends.
So sorry to hear of Sandy’s passing. She made the high school years a little more bearable and alot more fun. Prayers for her family and friends.
I went to school with Sandy so sorry for your loss
Very sad to hear this news. I worked with Sandy on and off for a few years in the auction business. Gone way too soon…!!! My sincerest condolences to her family and close friends.
So sorry to hear this terrible news. Sandy was full of energy and a pleasure to work with. She drove success where others failed. Her creativity and tenacity were infectious. She will be missed.
Sad to hear this. Sandy was a great person and it was a pleasure to work with her.