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Sandra Laibe Obituary
Sandra Louise Laibe, 72, passed away Friday, Sept. 1, 2023.
Sandra was born Jan. 28, 1951, to Harold and Marty (Spitler) Kay, who preceded her in death. She married Francis Laibe on June 10, 1978, and he preceded her in death Feb. 28, 2005.
She is survived by a daughter, Teresa (Aaron) Snyder of Findlay; son, Francis (Mandy) Laibe of Cloverdale; grandchildren, Alyssa (Jacob Plummer) Snyder, Courtney Snyder, Madalyn Laibe, and Caleb Laibe; sister, Patsy (Alan) Shaffer; brothers-in-law, Tim (Brenda) Laibe, John (Tammie) Laibe, and Sam (Kelly Puente) Laibe; sisters-in-law, Judy Moats, Jeannine (Tim) Siebeneck, and Sara (Greg) Goeble; and several nieces and nephews.
She was also preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Cecil Moats; and niece, Anne Moats.
Sandra was a graduate of Lima Senior High School and Ohio University with a major in children's theater. She was active for several years, helping in many different behind the scenes roles at Fort Findlay Playhouse. She always had a smile on her face and never met a stranger. She enjoyed Bingo, crafts of any variety, singing, dancing, and watching her grandchildren play. She was member of First United Church of Christ in Findlay. She enjoyed helping others which will continue after her death as she donated her body to Wright State University so she will continue to help others learn even after her death.
A celebration of life will be 2-6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023, at Ottawa Senior Citizens Center, Ottawa.
Memorial contributions can be made to Bridge Home Health and Hospice, The Arthritis Foundation, or charity of the donor's choice.
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Patsy Annette Kay-Shaffer
September 18, 2025
I remember when Sandra and I were in California visiting our Mother (Daddy had passed a few years earlier). Mother was attending a bible study with a luncheon afterwards, so we had the morning to ourselves. We decided to do something that we had never been allowed to do as children...see two "mindless movies" in a row at a local theatre. We chose an "Alvin and the Chipmunks" movie and a spoof on action movies called "The Spy Next Door." They were silly but we laughed together like we had not done in years. When we got home Mother was there and when we came in laughing, she said, "What in heaven's name have you two girls been doing?" We just looked at each other, smiled and said, "Mother, we are not going to tell you...it's just something private between us sisters." It was just fun...two adults spending over four hours laughing and eating too much popcorn. And it was to remain our secret. I love you, Sandra! Your sister, Patsy Kay-Shaffer.
Patsy Shaffer
September 18, 2023
I will always love you. See you soon in your new home. Your sister, Patsy
Patty and Denny Koester
September 13, 2023
Mandy and Bubba, you have our deepest sympathy. She must have been such a great person to have raised such a wonderful young man!
Joy (Carmean)Palmer
September 12, 2023
RIP Sandra. Another classmate has left us.
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Rae-Ann, Alexis and Jaxon Sanders
September 11, 2023
Thoughts and prayers with you and your family Bubba!!!
Stan and Kim Sciranka
September 11, 2023
So sorry for your loss!
Karen Schofield
September 9, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort all of you who knew and loved Sandra. She was a special person and friend.
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