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Stuart, Sanders "Sandy" William

August 7, 1951 –
 December 30, 2016

Obituary

Sanders (Sandy) William Stuart, 65, of Plano, died Friday December 30th 2016 He was born to the late Robert Emmett Stuart and Greta Louise McLarty, August 7, 1951, in Dallas, TX. He married his beautiful high school sweetheart, Anna Christine Christie in 1978. Sandy is survived by two children: Stephanie Stone of Plano and Alexandra Brice of Fort Worth. He also is survived by four grandchildren: Connor & Cade Stone, Collins & Bayli Brice Sandy was a devoted husband and father. He enjoyed nature, music, history/politics, and talking to anyone who would listen. Sandy never met a stranger. He had a heart of Gold and a smile that brought pure happiness. A service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday January 8th 2017 at Aria Memorial Chapel with Tim O’Bryen officiating. Flowers and Condolences may be offered at the service. Arrangements are under the direction of ARIA Cremation Service and Funeral Home 19310 Preston Road Dallas, Texas 75252 214-306-6700

    Marsha Fields
    31 Dec 2016
    8:28pm

    My heart is sadden with this news. Sandy was the sweetest guy in High School. He had every girl’s heart when he played King Arthur in Camelot for the schools musical. I know that Chris will be waiting at Heaven’s gates for him. Prayers for comfort and strength.

    Tim Duncan
    31 Dec 2016
    9:56pm

    Sandy was an old friend and I have many wonderful memories of him. His passing is quite a shock and I can only offer my sympathy.

    GeNae Welch
    31 Dec 2016
    11:10pm

    So sorry for your loss Stephanie and Alex. I pray that God brings you peace during this time.

    Missy Fain
    1 Jan 2017
    6:42am

    My husband and I went to school with your mom and dad at Sunset. Your dad was always such a nice friend to all he knew. May your sweet memories of him live in your hearts forever! May he Rest In Peace. God be with you and your family.

    Carla Brice Ross
    1 Jan 2017
    9:58am

    Eternal rest grant unto Sandy Oh Lord. Let perpetual light shine upon him and may he rest in peace. Those of us in Georgia who love you and loved him are so sorry for your loss.

    Esther Beaber Austin
    1 Jan 2017
    12:18pm

    I am so sorry to hear of Sandy’s passing. To me he will always be King Arthur of Camelot whom he played in our high school musical!! He WAS phenomenal in the role!! He will be missed. 🙁

    Kathi Doyle Hilton
    1 Jan 2017
    1:29pm

    So very sad to hear about Sandy. I will always remember his awesome portrayal as King Arthur in our Senior year musical at Sunset High School, “Camelot”. So glad to have. Even able to see him at our 45th class reunion. Rest In Peace . Prayers for the family.

    Carol Mitchell
    1 Jan 2017
    2:40pm

    So sad to hear of Sandy’s passing. Will always remember is sweet smile and loving ways. Many happy memories remain with us. May The Angels surround the family with peace and love.

    Doris L. Murphy
    1 Jan 2017
    2:41pm

    Thank you for your friendship always loved seeing that smiling face.

    Gone way too soon my friend.

    Linda Wade Hilbun
    1 Jan 2017
    4:30pm

    I just saw you a year ago at the Reunion. I remember you so well from high school. Such a sweet man. I’m so sorry as you were so loved by everyone. Love to you always.

    Sheree Fitzpatrick
    1 Jan 2017
    4:37pm

    Sandy and Chris were so kind. Sandy helped my then husband and I move from our apartment in Plano to our first house in Plano. I always remember Sandy as generous, helpful, and so kind-hearted. He will be missed, but the world is a better place for his presence.

    Warren Looney
    1 Jan 2017
    6:36pm

    I will always remember the times from high school, especially “Camelot”. And times spent staying out until the we hours discussing the past, present and future. I always enjoyed playing golf with our reunion foursome every five years. I’ll miss you my friend. May you Rest In Peace!

    John and Rocio Garza
    1 Jan 2017
    11:12pm

    John and I have been neighbors to Sandy for many years. We have shared many times at football games where our daughter cheered with his beautiful girls. He and Chris were always there to support their girls. Sandy will be missed.
    We are so sorry to hear of his passing. Our prayers for the family,especially Stephanie and Alex, at this difficult time.

    Lonnie Pritzen
    2 Jan 2017
    8:39am

    Sat next to Sandy in choir our junior year at Sunset. Always kept me laughing! Will always remember his incredible performance as King Arthur in Camelot. Last saw him at the 2005 reunion. He still had that infectious smile. “Good night, sweet prince.”

    Joe Thompson
    2 Jan 2017
    10:53am

    I am sad to see this. Sandy you were a great friend to have. Our friendship started at Henderson, then Greiner then last school was SUNSET. After all those years we went our separate ways. All of those years going to school, you were loved by everyone. I remember the sandlot football games at the side Henderson. Your team always won. Now that your are gone you have left broken hearts with everyone that knew you. I have mentally been talking to my past and departed aircraft mechanic friends. They tell me you have a pair of modified Gold Angel Wings ready for you. Fly high and Fly fast. So long my old friend.

    Rebecca Darnell
    2 Jan 2017
    11:46am

    My heart is breaking over this. Alex has been my best friend since high school. Sandy and Chris, y’all were there to help me break into my cheerleading career, which changed my life forever. Y’all were always so positive and supporting. Your daughters are both so beautiful and are amazing moms. Those two now will carry your heart of Gold on forever. Peace to you.

    Kathi Chandler
    2 Jan 2017
    12:39pm

    Sandy always had a welcoming smile and heartwarming conversation. He was a good friend to my husband Jeff for many years. My loving and healing prayers to his family.

    Jeff Chandler
    2 Jan 2017
    12:43pm

    Great smile and a heart of gold. We will miss you.

    Robert Valencia
    2 Jan 2017
    12:59pm

    Sandy you were definitely a man of honor and a friend. You always had a way of making people laugh and smile…May you “Rest in Peace” my Friend…

    Mary tawadrous
    2 Jan 2017
    3:10pm

    Condolences to the family may God give them the strength and the power

    Cookie Rowe
    2 Jan 2017
    3:47pm

    I have know Sandy for years as he was a close friend to my brother Robert Ware. Every time I saw him he always had a hug and sugars for me. when he would see Robert or talk to him and I wasn’t around he would always tell Robert to give me a hug and sugars for him I will miss him and his hugs and sugars. He was a good and kind friend. Rest in Peace my friend.

    Mark Tawadrous
    2 Jan 2017
    4:09pm

    Sanders was like a second father to me and he will truly be missed. We both shared many laughs and good memories together and you don’t find many real kind loving people like him. My prayers go out to Stephanie and Alex.

    Jan Hassell Blake
    2 Jan 2017
    8:53pm

    We first met Sandy & his family in the late 1950’s when we were neighbors on Wyneewood Drive. Sandy was always so friendly & nice and when we moved to Kessler Pkwy, we did not know we would reconnect in Jr High & High School. Will never forget his athletic and singing ability as King Arthur in Camelot at Sunset. Then he dated & married my classmate, Chris Christie, which was a match made from heaven. So sorry to hear of his passing and will be praying for his daughters & their families and his siblings and their families who are still alive. May he Rest In Peace.

    Brenda McDonald
    2 Jan 2017
    9:03pm

    I saw the picture and recognized his smile. Sandy was one of the sweetest guys at Sunset. What wonderful and funny memories I have of Sandy. Rest in peace sweet Prince.

    Paula Turner
    3 Jan 2017
    11:46am

    My heart is sad. I have known Sandy since sixth grade at Margaret B. Henderson. He was such a sweet person. I always enjoyed seeing and talking to him at Sunset reunions. I still maintain he was the BEST King Arthur ever!OCUYUCAN

    Kathy McLean
    5 Jan 2017
    12:13pm

    Rest in Peace.

    Bryan Quigley
    5 Jan 2017
    2:33pm

    I’ll always remember the times we just sat and talked about all the fun memories. I’ll miss him that’s for sure. He loved everyone , and always wanted to know how everyone was doing. Stephanie and Alex you and are families are in our prayers.

    Caroline Morgan
    5 Jan 2017
    6:50pm

    Will always think of Sandy as one who loved to sing! And as others have said his role as King Arthur in Camelot at Sunset. Nothing like being in a hospital waiting room to hear a males voice behind you and realize its Sandy’s!. I can not think of Sandy without seeing a smile on his face and Chris walking with him at one of our reunions. Love you guys!

    MW
    6 Jan 2017
    2:22pm

    Once in a while you find someone in life that is pure kindness. I was a Nobody but he treated me with as much happiness as he did a Somebody. That’s how he was – just a kind man. Rest in Peace Sandy.

    Sherri
    7 Jan 2017
    9:33am

    Words cannot express the emotions I feel for Alexandra and Stephanie, Sandy was one of a kind! He was funny and generous. I will cherish the bird book he gave me from his own collection!! Rest in peace Sand man and so glad you are reunited with your love Chris now…

    Jacquelyn Hatton
    8 Jan 2017
    12:44pm

    He was my first football game, and Kips date at Greiner. Set the bar pretty high for fun and smiles. He will be missed.

    Jacquelyn Hatton
    8 Jan 2017
    12:46pm

    First greiner football game and kips date. Set the bar pretty high with his love of friends, and his smile. He will be missed.

    Damon & Pam
    11 Jan 2017
    11:54am

    Sandy was so much more than a neighbor. He was a kind affiable sincere soul who touched many lives with his heart felt nature. Stephanie and Alex, we love you like our on and we are so sorry for your loss! God has a special place for people like your Mom and Dad and I know they are there watching over you guys just as they did while on this earth. May God bless you and comfort you with the knowledge of everlasting life.

    John Hunt
    27 Dec 2018
    12:36pm

    Just got the 2018 Christmas card returned. Did not know Sandy was gone. We had a lot of laughs, Cowboy games and beers together. How sad we are all getting old.

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