Birth date: Nov 13, 1947 Death date: Jun 28, 2020
Sandra Helen Hoyle passed away in her home, surrounded by family, on June 28th 2020. She was 72. Sandy was born on November 13, 1947 in Washington, D.C to Joseph and Portia Price Koski. She grew up in Hyattsville, MD and attended Read Obituary
Although I have not seen Sandy for many years, I will always remember her kindness, thoughtfulness and adventurous ways. My 45 year old daughter,Carrie, and Cathleen attended the same 3 and 4 year old cooperative preschool in Lanham. I was a single mom then and Carrie was extremely attached to me...the only mom she would ever stay with was Sandy. I knew, from working alongside Sandy at the preschool, that she had a gift for making children feel safe and comfortable. Her taking Carrie for some afternoons was a blessing for me. So many fond memories....cleaning the house with her one day in record time when a realtor called with prospective buyers; finding a night gown in her van (never did get that story from her!);talking about raising kids, other moms (oops!) and a host of other topics.
My heart is filled with sadness for Keith, and for Sandy's children and grandchildren.
Mary Funk
Keith, sorry to hear about Sandy. Sharon and I enjoyed the times we spent together. May God Bless You and your family. Del Dunlap
Most words would be so inadequate as a tribute to Sandy but I can avow she was the most loving mother and wife. I’ve known her almost my whole life as we were teenagers when we first met. Sandy and I joined the Hoyle family more than 50 years ago, we were so young! Her children and family meant the world to her. We followed the path of all young wives and mothers, hosted each other’s baby showers, held family picnics, shared recipes ( she the far better cook), marveled at the resemblances of our children, bore some jealousy, worked out differences and spent lots of time on our phone chats. Later in life we were blessed to become grandparents, more phone chats, photos, and finally time for ourselves, spent on great vacations together full of fun and drinks and laughter as we grew old together. Sometimes life takes up too much time but we were lucky to always stay in touch. This was such a special gift. I’ve shared her life with her and Keith for over 50 years and her passing has created a huge whole in my heart. No words can express the pain I feel of her passing. I will miss her very much as I have since her diagnosis. Rest In Peace my life long friend. Love, Joan
