Sandra M. Standaert

Sandra “Sandie” M. (Auren) Standaert, age 77 of Circle Pines, MN and recently Surprise, AZ passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025.

Sandie was born in North Dakota in 1948 to Theron and LaDonna Auren and was the oldest of 11 siblings raised in Circle Pines, MN.

Sandie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt to her many nieces and nephews.

Sandie was preceded in death by her parents Theron & LaDonna Auren; and brothers, David, Larry & Ricky. 

She is survived by husband, Joe; sons, Duane (Shannon) and Paul; siblings, Terry (Barb), Sharlet (Ed) Shamp, Danny, Dean, Roger (Laurie), Perry (JoAnn), Sheryl Vanurden; grandchildren, Cole and Natalie Standaert; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral service 11 AM Monday, October 13 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home–Lino Lakes, 7050 Lake Dr., Lino Lakes, MN 55014. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10-11 AM Monday. Interment Sunset Memorial Park. 

A casual gathering to share memories of Sandie will follow the burial.