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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Pat Kimery
Jack Thompson
I only knew Sandy through playing bridge however she was always generous with her comments and praise.
Richard Liberty
I had the pleasure of working for her for a short time in Germany in 1984. We got along great. My condolences to the family and friends.
Brenda (Beanie) Cline
My sincere condolences to Sandy's family. I knew here from a few Bases and wr always had lits of laughs. She was truly a wonderful person and will be very missed.
Faye Beaton (Trudel)
I served with Sandy. We had many fun times. She will certainly be missed
Don Huestis
Rest in Peace Sandy. Your Bee Gees and teletype lessons are still with all of us. VVV
Richard Ward
I first met Sandy, at CFSCE, Kingston, the school of Communications, for the ARMY. Among the courses she taught was Morse Code. It was said, Sandy, could read Morse code at various speeds and a book at the same time. RIP Sandy.
Michael Conway
RIP, Sandy. You were the best. VVV
Joy MacDonnell
Served as a wren in shelburne. N.s.
Glen Napady
RIP VVV
Prayers. I knew and worked with Sandra back in late ‘60s early ‘70s. In Shearwater we lived in same barracks. She was a great lady.