Thomas J. "T.J." Sandstoe
November 07, 2015
T.J. Sandstoe, 16, passed away on November 7, 2015. He was born September 1, 1999, to Elizabeth von Harz and Bradley Sandstoe.
T.J. was currently a sophomore at Johnston High School. He was a wrestler and spent many of his childhood years at wrestling tournaments where he made it to the state championships. T.J. had a love for the outdoors. When he wasn’t with his friends, he enjoyed archery, hunting, fishing, boating, and camping. He also had a love for animals, especially his hunting dog, Amber.
T.J. and his sister, Brooke, had an unbreakable bond. He was also very close with his cousins and loved spending time with his family.
His memory will be cherished by his dad, Brad (Kim Stevens) Sandstoe; mom, Elizabeth von Harz; sister, Brooke Sandstoe; paternal grandparents, Dean (Nancy) Sandstoe; maternal grandparents, John (Susan) von Harz; great-grandma, Marjorie Sandstoe; aunts and uncles, John and Keli von Harz and their children, Isabella and Tucker; Rob von Harz and his children, Madilyn, Ethan and Liam; as well as countless friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2015, at Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines, with a private family burial at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be held Wednesday evening from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions will be received by the family to establish a scholarship fund in loving memory of T.J.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Jack and Stephanie Whisler
11/10/2015
Liz, John, Keli and family, We're thinking of all of you during this very difficult time. We send our thoughts, prayers and love. The Whisler Family
Kenney and Dee Harrison
11/10/2015
Brooke -- we send our thoughts, prayers and love to you and your family. This has been a very difficult time for all of you - and has been hard for the Johnson family to grasp as well. Please know you are in our hearts and prayers - keep the good memories close and rely on them to help you through. Grandpa Kenney and Grandma Dee
Kelly Snow
11/10/2015
Liz, I will always remember TJ as a spunky blonde headed first grader in my classroom. It breaks my heart as I think about you and your family. Please know I am sending prayers your way.
Allen and Ann Steinbeck-Fort Myers
11/09/2015
John & Susie and family-
We are so sorry to hear of your grandson's passing. All of us in Crown Colony are sending thoughts and prayers your way.
Heather Stoelk
11/09/2015
Liz we are so sorry to hear about TJ.. our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!!!
Mary Anne Tedesco
11/09/2015
You are in our family's prayers daily,I can only imagine your great sorrow. You are in our heart.
Sue Kroll
11/09/2015
Liz, my heart breaks for you. You and the rest of your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sheila Stevens
11/09/2015
Liz,
My heart is breaking for you and your family. There are no words to express the sadness the whole community of Johnston is feeling for your loss right now. Please know we are all here for you.
Paul Russ Family
11/09/2015
We are part of the JHS wrestling community, our son Austin is a senior. We knew TJ by sight, but are not acquainted with you. We are praying earnestly for your comfort. As parents we share your grief and hope you sense the presence of the Holy Spirit.