With great sorrow we share the passing of Sandra (Sandy) Boles, who passed away in her home on March 7, 2025. She is survived by her sister Heather Wildeboer (Albert), nephew Jeff Wildeboer (Kim), great- nephews Zachary and Alex, niece Dawn Gelech (Shawn), great nephews Nicholas and William. She is predeceased by her father William Harold Boles, mother Margaret, and siblings Barbara and Richard.
Sandra proudly served in the Royal Canadian Navy where she made life long friends, and had many wonderful adventures. She was stationed here in Canada as well as in Germany. She was well loved and respected by all who knew her.
In her retirement she continued to cultivate friendships by working with seniors (something that she expressly loved). And by “playing cards with the ladies”. She was generous with her time and her spirit, and lived her life to the absolute fullest.
Sandra had a life long passion for sports. She started at a young age in Deloraine, Manitoba and excelled in all sports. Her accomplishments resulted in her representing her Base at the time in the Canadian National Championships in both women’s fastball and curling.
The family would like to thank Louise Chaif for all that she has done for Sandy, and to all of the people who have called to offer condolences.
A graveside service will be held at The National Military Cemetery, located at Beechwood Cemetery, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa, on Friday, March 21 at 1 p.m. Those wishing to attend should arrive by 12:45 p.m. at the main entrance of the Beechwood National Memorial Centre to join the procession.
Those unable to attend in person may attend virtually via live stream - Please register here.
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Dorothy Gregory (ex-Puls), CPO1 Ret’d, MMM CD
Terri (Gillen) Bedel
I never met Sandy but offer my sincere condolences to her family and friends.
May she rest in peace.
I do know Louise Chaif, we were in Edmonton living in women’s quarters in the early 70’s.
Gurneen Sidhu
"Generous in spirit" is the perfect way to describe Sandy. I always left my interactions with her feeling uplifted when I didn't know that was possible or that I needed it. Her tone was always a reminder that no matter how hard life is, it is beautiful nonetheless and you can always find a laugh somewhere/somehow. She is a beautiful soul. I will miss her.
We met in 1978 when we were at CFS Aldergrove - prior to Sandy’s posting to Germany. I was “the kid” and about as naive as they come. Sandy took me under her wing. We competed at the Pacific Region badminton championships and won, and played softball together (of course). We shared a townhouse and had a blast. Sandy taught me one of the most important truths about my career which carried me through to my retirement in 2010 - the best way to deal with those who only saw my gender rather than my abilities: be better than they are on the job and in how you treat others. What an amazing role model. My condolences to Lou and to Sandy’s family - rest in peace my friend.