Sandra 'Sandy' L. DeShazer, 44

Sandra "Sandy" L. DeShazer, 44, was born March 23, 1962, in Pendleton, Ore., to Lloyd and Letha Heavner. She "went to be with her heavenly father" April 16, 2006.

Sandy was preceded in death by her father, Lloyd G. Heavner, "whom she has now joined in heaven," as well as her nephew, Matthew Chrestenson.

Sandy is survived by her husband, Thomas DeShazer; son, Jason DeShazer; grandson, Austin DeShazer; mother, Letha Heavner; grandmother, Peggy Cunningham; sisters, Cindy Chrestenson and Deb Heavner; niece, Melissa Heavner; nephew, Richard Chrestenson; and great-nephew, Shayn Chrestenson.

Her family and friends will miss her very much but know she is at peace in heaven.

Sandy had a heart for children and a love of animals, in particular, dogs. Memorial donations can be sent to The Nurturing Center of Kalispell, 146 Third Ave. W.; or to the NW Montana Humane Society, P.O. Box 221, Kalispell, MT 59903.