Sandra JoAnn Harder

Celebrating Life

Sandra JoAnn Harder

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Sandra JoAnn Harder, 38, of Imbler, Oregon.

She was welcomed into the loving arms of her savior, Jesus Christ on February 19, 2026, bringing a sudden silence to an inspirational life filled with limitless love, laughter, faith, and
selfless service.

She was best known for her captivating smile and effervescent personality, bringing passion
to everything she endeavored. She was a devoted wife, and mother of three extraordinary
children. Sandra lived for those precious days of cheering her children on through sporting
events and school activities and found her greatest joy in sharing the memories and
milestones of their lives.

She was passionate about her family and friends, and leaves behind a void that cannot be
filled.

Sandra Jo fulfilled her dream of completing a Bachelor of Science in Health and Wellness
on June 11, 2022 and immediately began serving her community as an adult case manager
with CHD, bringing smiles, hope and comfort to all who were fortunate enough to know her.
In April 2021, she fully committed to her faith by becoming baptized at the Crossroads
Community Church in La Grande, Oregon, with her daughter, Hailey. God responded to her
commitment by leading her to the love of her life, Paul Harder, whom she married on
August 26, 2023, blending their beautiful families together.

Sandra’s light lives on in her husband, Paul Harder; sons, Morgan Johnson and Dylan
Cooksey; daughter, Hailey Johnson; step-children, Gabriel, Kierstyn and Adalynn Harder;
sisters, Coral Meredith and Grace Meredith; brother, Jadon Meredith; mother and step-
father, Sandra and Jason Stone, and father and step-mother, Tim and Susanne Meredith,
and step siblings Connar and Hannah Stone and Rachael and Matthew Benson.

A Celebration of Life gathering will take place at FAITH CENTER on Saturday, March 14, at
11:00 am. All who wish to come and celebrate her life are welcome to attend.

Sandra Jo’s signature phrase was, “I Love you more,” and she truly did.

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