Sandra Gayle Jones-Ecklund
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Sandra Gayle Jones-Ecklund, or ‘Sandy’, to her family and friends, lived in Merriam, KS, and passed away at age 77 on Tuesday, December 7th in the year 2021 at Kansas City Hospice House in KCMO, three months after being diagnosed with colon cancer.
Sandy was born on May 4th, 1944 in Lubbock, Texas to parents Lloyd and Beryl Jones. She is survived by a younger brother named Bill Jones, who brought her great comfort in her final days, and she also had a younger sister named Susan, who passed away many years ago.
Growing up, Sandy attended several schools in Texas and Kansas, and graduated from Shawnee Mission North High School. She then met the late Marvin Leslie Ecklund, and together they conceived three children, Melissa Gayle Waters, Brett Leslie Ecklund, and Gregory Lloyd Ecklund.
Sandy and Marv eventually went their separate ways, but remained friends for the rest of their lives. Sandy worked several jobs as a single mom, most notably as the Bookkeeper at Haywards BBQ and then later as the Accounting Manager at Johnson County Developmental Supports, from where she retired.
Sandy made many friends over the years, keeping close contact with Vicki Fieman and Patricia Atkinson. And she was friends with many others who survive, and many who have passed on. She loved to travel and stay in hotels, and frequently visited friends and family who lived out of state. She was particularly drawn towards the ocean. She also loved to listen to live music and was an avid fan of NASCAR.
Sandy was headstrong when she had to be, but had a tender heart, and a sassy sense of humor that had her laughing, and smiling more often than not.
She is survived by her brother, Bill, and his wife, Yong, and their three children: Lisa, Elizabeth, and Gayle. All three of Sandy’s own children Misti, Brett, and Greg, survive along with their spouses: Bryan, Stacy, and Maggie, and Sandy’s grandchildren: Sarah, Jeff, Eddie, Max, Olivia, Mason. And step-grandchildren: Ashley, Tiffany, and Kacey. As well as her great-grandchildren: Karson, Jack, Eric, and Everlie. Jayden, Gavin, Ryley, Londyn, and Zoey.
There will be no funeral service per Sandy’s request.
Visits: 4
Misti and family I am so sorry to her of your moms passing. I met her several times at your house and she is my friend on fb. She was always sweet and fun every time I was around her. She we’ll be missed by all. Love and peace and big hugs.??Love you ?
Misti and family I am so sorry to her of your moms passing. I met her several times at your house and she is my friend on fb. She was always sweet and fun every time I was around her. She we’ll be missed by all. Love and peace and big hugs.??Love you ?
She was quite a peach, and I am honored to have known her.
Hi Misti. So sorry to hear about your mom.
Misti! knew your mom for many years we had a lot of fun.I know heaven will greet her with a smile as she always had a smile. I worked at Haywards with her and had a few cocktails together. One day I’m going to stop down at place of business with Judy McCormick and we can visit.I’m so sorry for you and your brothers loss. Prayers
Gregory, So sorry to read of your mother’s passing. I remember the short time that she visited and found that we had a passion for the same Rock N Roll star that we shared. We thought he was playing in Vegas and wanted to make a trip there together. I wish we had done it! She was a fun and fun loving gal.
Our thoughts and sympathy are with you and your brother and sister.
Lovingly,
Misti, I worked with Sandy during her time here at JCDS. She had a funny sense of humor and had me laughing quite a bit of the time. She lived a couple blocks from me and was such a good friend to give me rides to and from when my vehicle was in repairs. She loved talking about you and how much she enjoyed spending time with you. I was blessed to keep up with her on Facebook during the several past years and will miss her. May God’s comfort and love surround you and fond memories warm your hearts today and always.
To the family of Sandy: I worked with Sandy at Johnson County Developmental Supports for many years until her retirement. I truly loved Sandy’s sassiness and since of humor. I would stop in her office all the time just to chit chat wth her and the other ladies that shared her office. I loved how caring she was and the advice she gave me with what I was going through helped me out tremendously. She was an awesome person to work with. My prayers and condolences to your family during your time of bereavement.
To the family of Sandy,
I worked with Sandy at JCDS for many years. She was a very nice and funny lady. I enjoyed her and our talks. My heart goes out to you in this difficult time. Praying for peace to you all.
I worked with Sandy for several years at JCDS. I enjoyed our little visits. She was always lots of fun. Rest in Peace.