Sandra Ehlers (2 Nov 1947 - 23 Aug 2025)
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In Loving Memory of Sandra Barbara Ehlers (1947–2025)
Sandra, aged 77, sadly passed away, unexpectedly, at home on 23rd August 2025, due to complications with her heart.
Born in Shoeburyness to Barbara and Douglas Batchelor, Sandra was the beloved sister of Trevor and Kevan. As an army child, she spent her early years in many different countries, including Singapore, Malaya, Cyprus and Libya, attending eleven different schools and developing a love of horse riding.
At 18 years old, Sandra moved to Gothenburg, Sweden with her former spouse, Lennart Ehlers, where her children, Elisabet and Robert were born.
Later, returning to the UK in 1971, she trained as a teacher, and after some time, welcomed her third child, Hanna.
In the autumn of her life, Sandra embraced her creative spirit and became a dedicated artist. Through her exhibitions she raised awareness of environmental, community and women’s issues, causes she cared about deeply. Her passion for recycling, protecting the planet, and not wanting to waste anything, inspired many around her.
Known for her warmth, compassion, and lively spirit, Sandra could often be found walking neighbours’ dogs, enjoying the seafront, or delighting friends and family with her legendary dance moves.
She will be profoundly missed by her children Hanna, Robbie and Lisa; her grandchild Lilly; her daughter-in-law Janet; sons-in-law Karl and Fred; her brother Kevan; and by her wider family, neighbours and many dear friends.
Her funeral will aptly be held on “World Heart Day,” Monday 29th September, 11am at the West chapel, Southend crematorium. We hope you can join us in person or via video link.
Details for Sandras “Celebration of Life Event” held after the service will be at 12.45pm, and will be provided in the order of service on the day, (5 minute drive.)
Funeral dress code: COLOURFUL please. Family will not be dressed in black. Sandra was a colourful person so we’d like her send off to reflect this. Don’t be afraid to be bright with us.
Mum lived with Cushings Syndrome so donations in Sandra’s memory are warmly welcomed for the Pituitary Foundation.
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Thank you to everyone who came to mums service in person or online. We did mum proud and she’s raised over £1000 in donations for The Pituitary Foundation with your love. We hope to see more of you in the future as we continue to celebrate her life ❤️
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You were always so friendly, kind and vibrant. RIP xxxx
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A final goodbye to a lovely talented girl xxx
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With love. Xx
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So sorry you had to deal with Cushing's Syndrome, a heavy burden you wore lightly, an example fo us all! Hope this helps others not to suffer the same in the future.
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We will miss you, and those uniquely creative Christmas cards! You left too soon. Much Love, Stephen & Fiona XXX
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No doubt you will be doing your art and dancing with the Angels!
Lee from the Tuesday morning walkers
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Auntie Sandra, taken far too soon, you will be so missed and never forgotten. Sending lots of love x x x x
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When thinking of Sandra, who can forget those glorious occasions when she hosted the best parties in Town.
My fondest personal memory is when as Head teacher of Our Lady Of Lourdes Primary School I arranged with Sandra to come into our school to teach art.
In her own inimitable style Sandra made a huge contribution to the children’s awareness of Art and all things Creative, And yes, of course she made it fun!
Kathy and Jim Love
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RIP my lovely friend xx
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Dear Sandra over the past two weeks I’ve been reflecting on so many happy memories and fun and laughter since I first met you in Langans. To Lisa, Robbie, Hannah and family I’m so sorry for your sudden loss. The tributes and photos say it all. I’m so sorry that I can’t be there on Monday. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers for the celebration of Sandra’s life. May she be watching over you all from Paradise. 🙏💕
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Dympna, such compassionate and thoughtful words. Definitely good memories. Thank you from us three 🥰
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For Sandra x
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Sandra, heaven just became more colourful.
Another legend takes to the skies. xxx
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What a woman! My lovely friend Sandra with hers and my little pal Archie. Thanks for all our wonderful, long chats, and for all the walks with our wee friend! We miss you so much. Travel well. With all our love ❤️ xxx
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My thoughts are with you x
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A lovely lady always had a smile and happy to have a good chat you will be missed by the Tuesday morning walkers and we where shocked by your loss to us all.
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Thank you John she would have liked to hear how you all appreciated her. She did like the group walks ❤️
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To an incredible lady with so much zest for life, RIP my dear friend. I am missing you already.
And to your family I send my condolences.
Wishing you all long life.
Gordana Prince
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RIP Sandra from Michael & Wendy Reis
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RIP Sandra, walking partner. I have never met anyone that had such an incredible zest for life, the way you did. And to your family, I wish you all long life. Gordana Prince
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Happy memories RIP Sandra Xxxx
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What an amazing photo Wendy - I’ve stolen it for the slideshow too 😘
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Thank you to everyone who came to mums service in person or online. We did mum proud and she’s raised over £1000 in donations for The Pituitary Foundation with your love. We hope to see more of you in the future as we continue to celebrate her life ❤️
What a woman! My lovely friend Sandra with hers and my little pal Archie. Thanks for all our wonderful, long chats, and for all the walks with our wee friend! We miss you so much. Travel well. With all our love ❤️ xxx
Happy memories RIP Sandra Xxxx
Thank you everyone for all your donations to mums charity of choice and your messages. Mum I hope you have been feeling the love coming from your page. Two weeks until we are all together at your funeral and the celebration of your life. ❤️
Still missing you each day mum. But I’m loving remembering your whole life in pictures and I’m grateful we have so many, including your little notes on the backs. Looking forward to sharing them all with your / our loved ones soon in your photo memorial ❤️
The water mill in Bayeux, on one of our many trips away, we had fun and laughs. We will miss her dearly, it was a privilege to know such a lady. Maureen and Dave.
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Miss you lots Mum, you left us too soon, but you can't forget the times we have had. Hope you have fun times on your next journey. Love you ❤️ ❤️ xx
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