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Sandra Joyce Van Allen, 71

July 16, 2025

Sandra Joyce Van Allen, 71, of Conestoga, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2025. Born in Abington, PA, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Arlene Joyce (Patrick) Cramer.

Sandy graduated from Neshaminy High School and received a bachelor’s degree from Lancaster Bible College. She worked as a bookkeeper for several plumbing companies before becoming a fulltime homemaker. She enjoyed dabbling in crafts and worked briefly at a craft store. Sandy was very social and cherished her many friendships. She spent time walking in the park, playing UNO, and loved watching her grandson grow up.

Sandy is survived by her husband, John Van Allen, 2 sons: Paul F. Lewandowski III (Angie) and Nathan Lewandowski (Danny), and grandson Dylan J. Lewandowski. She was predeceased by her former spouse, Paul F. Lewandowski.

Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to DaVita Dialysis, 226 Willow Valley Lakes Dr, C/o Davita Dialysis, Willow Street, Pa 17584-9665.

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