Sandra M. Lance, 57, of Hellertown died Saturday, September 20, 2008 at St. Luke's Hospital, Fountain Hill.

Born in Williamsport on January 2, 1951, she is daughter of the late J. Grant and Helen (Hofer) Myers. Ms. Lance worked for the Saucon Valley School District for 15 years as a Teacher in Health and Physical Education, she had also coached middle school cheerleading. She was a 1972 Graduate of Lock Haven University.

Survivors: Son: S. Joshua and his wife Kelly D. of Sellersville; Daughter: Katie L. wife of Scott A. Roberts of Bethlehem; Brother: James "Mick" Myers and his wife Drue of Bloomsburg; Predeceased by a Twin Daughter: Sara Myers Lance in 1981.

Services: Ms. Lance's Saucon Valley Family - the Faculty and Students are invited to call from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008 and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. for Family and extended Friends at the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. 326 Main Street Hellertown. Online expressions of sympathy can be recorded at: www.heintzelmanfh.com .

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Sandra Lance Education Fund care of the funeral home, 326 Main Street - Hellertown, 18055.

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Sorry for your loss

John & Rosemarie Carr    09-22-2008

We knew Sandy long ago when she was married to Steve. We are sorry for your loss.

Always a Friend

Robb & Kellie King    09-22-2008

Sandy was our ray of sunshine. She continued to amaze us with her constant humor and unbelievable strength. We are blessed to have been able to call her friend.

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Sue & Rick Madzarac    09-22-2008

We are so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a great and vibrant person. She was a great joy to work with. My heartfelt thoughts are with you at this time.


beth birli    09-22-2008

Sandy helped me through my diagnosis with breast cancer. She would tell me she loved me and that things would be ok. Her outlook and perspective were beyond selfless. Thank you Sandy and Love you!

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Ruth Tonn & Aaron    09-22-2008

Our deepest sympathy to your family.
I know your mother from SVCSA & worked with her on many committees. She was always so peppy & full of life.

Sorry for your loss

Kim Linden    09-22-2008

To the family of Ms. Lance,
I am terribly sorry for your loss. She was a great person, teacher, and friend. She will always be in our hearts.

Sorry for your loss

Ray and Maryann Matey    09-22-2008

You mother was a wonderful person and was full of life. She will surely be missed.


Brenda Clowser    09-23-2008

I was so sorry to hear about your mom. She was such an upbeat and positive person, always with a smile on her face and a good word to share. Thw world could use more people like her.


Connie Krum    09-23-2008

Dear Katie and Josh,

Some of the best times I had living in Hellertown were spent with your Mom. Sandy and I had some of the best gigglefests I have every had. She was one of a kind and I know she loved each of you more than you could ever know.
With much affection for you all.
Connie


Gwenn Ackerman    09-23-2008

Sandy was such a wonderful person and you just couldn't help but smile when she was around. My thoughts and paryers are with you and your family.

Sprinking of Reindeer dust

Betty Blair    09-23-2008

Katie, I met your Mother the Christmas Eve that you and your Mom were sprinkling reindeer dust for Danny and Tommy.
I'm sorry for your loss, but am glad to have met your mother....she raised a great daughter.
Betty Blair

Dear Katie and Josh

Janet Gardner    09-24-2008

My sympathy to both of you on the loss of your mother. I knew your mother for a short time but she was an inspiration to me since I am fighting the same disease she fought. We walked the Relay For Life in June together which will remain as a great memory to me.

Deeply sorry for your loss.

The DiMaio Family    09-24-2008

She was always happy and full of life. It was a joy to see her smile and serve her. She will be greatly missed.

A Camp Friend

Jessica Shadduck    09-24-2008

Josh & Katie,
A hug to each of you from us. I am very sorry for your loss. Camp will never be the same without Boz coming to visit. She will always be in my heart, and you guys will be in my prayers.
Jessica, Tim, Terry & Emma

Dear Katie and Josh

Jessi Albright    09-24-2008

I am so sorry to hear about your mom. She was an amazing person and I will miss her. I wish there were more people like her. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you both
Love,
Jessi

Dear Katie and Josh

Diane Hollowell    09-24-2008

I first met your mother when we use to substitute at the high school. We use to have a blast subbing and we always talked about our kids, she was extremely proud of you both. She was one of the most upbeat people I have ever met. I am so sorry for your loss. I have you in my thoughts.
Diane

Camp Friend

Brian Craven    09-25-2008

Katie was stunned to hear about your Mom. Boz was a dear friend and a joy to have up at camp. The place will not be the same.
Love,
Brian

Josh & Katie

Kyle and April Detweiler    09-25-2008

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. She will be greatly missed by many. You will both be in our thoughts and prayers.


Sherrie Leedon    09-25-2008

To the Lance Family,
I am very sorry for your loss of Mrs. Lance she was a great teacher and a good friend to talk to me and my family will miss her very much.
with deepest sympathy,

Sherrie Leedon


Jonathan Kametz    09-26-2008

Katie, Josh and family. I am so sorry about your loss but please know your mom (and our close family friend) is now in a much better place. Our entire family is here for you guys always. Love, Jon.


Ed and Kathy Forster    09-27-2008

Katie and Josh,
We are no longer in the area and just learned yesterday of your loss. Please accept our sincere sympathy.


Nicole Snyder    09-27-2008

Kate,I am so sorry to hear about your mom I know she will be greatly missed. I know you both were a second family for Deb. You know you are like family to us and we are always here if you need anything.


Sue Cooney    09-28-2008

I am so sorry to hear of Sandy's passing. I knew her from the many school functions we were in together and those outside of school. She was always a vibrant, fun loving person and I will miss her.


Ralph J. Tarola    09-29-2008

To Katie and Josh, my sympathy goes out to you on the loss of your mother. Sandy was one of the first teachers I met when I first came to Saucon in 1996. She was always positive and uplifting, and loved and respected by all who knew her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.


Scott & Marlene (Mack) Cauley    10-01-2008

Every time we saw Sandy she was joy to be around. Always a smile and a positive attitude. She will be missed by all those that she touched.


Paula Montgomery Rothaus    10-01-2008

I have lots of really great high school memories with Sandy.
She was the captain of our cheerleading squad- cute, athletic, nice- a wonderful role model.
It made me very sad and nostalgic to hear the news.


Annette Weaver Schweder    10-02-2008

Sandy and I were in the same gradudating class from Hughesville High School. I am very sad to learn of her ordeal and very sorry for your loss.

Former Neighbor and Friend

Suzie Ritter    10-02-2008

Dear Katie and Josh,

I am so deeply, deeply sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. This came to me as such a shock. I wasn't aware that she had not been feeling well. Your mom was the BEST...there are no other words to describe her. She will be sadly and greatly missed.


Jerry and Margo Mann    10-27-2008

To Pat Walker
We have fond memories of Jack and his great sense of humor. He would light up the room as he entered. Such a beautiful voice and now he sings in the courts of The Lord! Amen!


Kayli Reily    01-03-2009

You were a great health teacher and a wonderful, fun person. You always made me smile. I miss you greatly.



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