Sandra (Sandy) Jenkins

(nee Kapeluch)

February 20, 1959 – July 31, 2011

Surrounded by the love of her family, Sandra reluctantly succumbed to her long courageous battle with cancer.

Left to cherish her memory are husband Trefor, mother Mae, sisters Adele and Debra (Mark), adored nieces Maya, Lexi, and Tori, and numerous family and friends, especially lifelong friend Benji.  Sandy was predeceased by her father Don, brother Donnie and many other relatives and pets.

Sandy was born in Winnipeg and resided for the past several years in beautiful Pinawa where nature was her backyard.  She attended Garden City Collegiate and graduated from Kildonan East Collegiate.

Sandy’s passion was travel and thus her fulfilling career as a Travel Consultant.  Her zest for life and new experiences led her in many directions.  She was employed at Canada Packers, Toronto Dominion Bank, Eaton’s, the RM of Alexander, Beausejour Family Services, South Interlake Credit Unions

, Carlson Wagonlit Travel, and American Express Travel.  She forged many strong friendships everywhere she went.

Sandy was diagnosed with Breast Cancer in January 2005, and we all thought she had it beat until it returned in January, 2010.  Although cancer ravaged her body, her inner strength, will to survive and determination helped her live life to the fullest and she had a positive attitude filled with hopes and dreams.

To describe Sandy as an animal lover would be an understatement.  She had many pets throughout her life that she adored.  At the time of her passing, she leaves behind her precious dogs Sadie and Hector, and special cat Tucker.

There are too many special family and friends to name, to be thankful for.  You know who you are and how special each of you was to Sandy.

Sandy, you were the greatest role model for teaching strength, courage and standing up for what you believe in.  Auntie Sandra was Maya, Lexi, and Tori’s #1 fan, showing up at every event/game that she could.

The family would like to thank the compassionate staff at Pinawa Hospital, St. Boniface Hospital, and CancerCare Manitoba.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society, 45 Hurst Way, Winnipeg R3T 9Z9, or CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg R3E 0V9.

A celebration of Sandy’s life was held Friday, August 5 at 4:00 p.m. at Sobering Funeral Chapel.  Wear pink!

Love you forever, Sandy.

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