I was deeply saddened to learn of Sandy’s passing. He was one of my Soldiers during his time at FLW. His consistent positive attitude and work ethic were top notch; he stood out from his peers. Sandy was a Soldier you wanted on your team, his sarcastic jokes and funny voices kept every one going during stressful and tense times. He made my job easy as his NCO, and I will forever be thankful for those times.

While at FLW, his kayak caused a few problems because 1SG didn’t like it being stored at the barracks. We made the situation work, he loved it and fishing on a lake in his free time. He did enjoy his time hanging out with friends, but it was not uncommon to see his red truck with the dented back bumper and kayak in tow waiting at a stop light in town to head out for his next adventure. After he moved off post, he was so excited to get Pork Chop and take him with on his adventures. 

Old school country music and line dancing were his thing. He knew all the words and the moves to any song.  We had to peel him off the dance floor. Singing off-key didn’t matter, he was going to do it anyway, that was him. He was a proud country boy. If he wasn’t in uniform it was either gym clothes or wranglers with boots and a hat. Sometimes a cowboy hat and sometimes one with a hook on the bill…because you never knew when the urge to fish was going to strike? I don’t know really, but I’m pretty sure he made having a fishing hook on the bill of a ball cap a popular thing to do. 

Sandy became a close personal friend of mine over time and someone that could be counted on in an instant. Anyone he encountered was lucky to have met such a wonderful human. Sandy was the epitome of “it cost nothing to be kind.” He was one of the most solid individuals that I’ve ever met and the world needs more people like him. Sandy didn’t deserve what happened. He lived each day with purpose like it was his last and I’m blessed to call him a friend. Rest high on that mountain, my friend!



Bert Jr had this infectious smile and radiant personality. I had the unforgettable experience of meeting and talking with Bert Jr a few times when he came over to the house with his father, as well as other occasions. The first thing you noticed on Bert Jr was that smile. We will miss him dearly, but will see him in Valhalla with all the other warriors. DOL. 

I am so lucky to have known Bert. And not only know him, but to have the opportunity to share Shiners and stories with him. To have adventures that ended at Whataburger with him. Every moment, small and big, I spent with Bert — I will cherish. I’m not a hunter (at all!) and I remember Bert once posted on his Instagram story about the recent venison he had caught. I made some comment about “pobrecitos venison” and Bert instantly started making jokes about how next time I was there, the tamales we had were going to be made from them! I’ll miss that. I’ll miss him. Bert, we love you.

Bert,
I remember when you walked into my life & I hadn’t met you yet. You were in middle school passing by the football stands & the entire crowd was yelling hi Bert! After the game I asked PJ who is that kid Bert! PJ said that’s my friend! You’re a kind gentle soul & I’m honored to have met you. I’m proud you became close friends, a brother to my son PJ! Rest In Peace Bert! I love you man!
Philip DeLeon

I always remember when Bert helped my son PJ move a  really nice mattress from my home to pjs new place, little did they know it was a princess mattress and Bert was wondering why they had glitter all over their face and clothes.  It was very funny and it always makes me smile when I think of it 

OBITUARY

Humberto Sandoval Jr.

November 19, 1988 – June 12, 2021

Sunset Northwest Funeral Home

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