Our "Sandman," Tim Sand, has gone to be with his Heavenly Father on Oct. 24, 2014.

He was born to Paul and Inez Sand on March 22, 1960. Now he follows in the death of his parents, Paul and Inez Sand, his sister Kathy, step-daughter Tessa Morrison, and other family members before him.

The Sandman leaves behind his loving and caring wife and soul mate, Karen Sand, and family: Carl, Nikki, Donavon, Melissa, Don, Skip, Ken, P.J., Mike, Nick, Barb and Andy, and their loving families; grandkids: Kinya, Devon, Blake, Taylor, MaKayla, Lucy, Lenny, and Daymain.

We will deeply miss the Sandman - a husband, father, brother and grandfather. He has touched so many throughout his life with love and laughter.

"But I have to say, most of all was his softball. He loved playing softball just like a big kid, and also began his love of the outdoors - camping, fishing, barbecues with family and friends - at the cabin on Priest Lake.

"I will deeply miss my rock, soul mate, and my best friend. We did so much together - camping, fishing, cooking and drives on the weekend plus going to yard sales.

"Tim was a great father to my son and they fought all the time, but as time went by, they became best friends forever. Rest in Peace my love. I will miss you, love your wife, Karen."

There will be a gathering for family and friends from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8, at St. Thomas Center, 10th and Indiana St., Coeur d'Alene. Following the memorial gathering, an urn burial will be held 3 p.m. at the St. Thomas Catholic Cemetery with Father Roger La Chance officiating.

Please visit the "Sandman's" online memorial at www.yatesfuneralhomes.com and sign his guestbook.