Shandy Marie Padilla, 42

Our beautiful Shandy crossed heaven's gate Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021 in Polson. Shandy was born Aug. 14, 1978 in Ronan to Jayne Nelson and David Thompson. She loved helping the elderly as a CNA at The Retreat and always had a big smile.

She was preceded in death by her father, David; granddaughter Madison; grandma Shirley; grandma Lenore; and grandpa Henry.

Shandy is survived by her mom, Jayne, and dad, Lee; her children, Tabatha, Dezmin, Michaela, Traylon, Anthony and Dion; sister Leighann (Duane); niece Cynthia and nephew Reil; brother Jordan; grandma Loretta; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Though you had to let go of this world to find peace, we hold on to your memory in our hearts, so you live forever. Rest in peace, Shandy — you will be greatly missed!

A celebration of life is planned for a later date.