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Obituary: Sandra Olund

Sandra 'Sandi' June (Kjos) Olund, 69, of Fargo passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 28, 2021.

Sandi was born on June 21, 1952 to Thomas Kjos and Lois Mougin in New Rockford, N.D. She was baptized on October 12, 1952 at the First Lutheran Church in New Rockford. She graduated from Medina High School in 1971. After high school, she attended Community College, where she obtained her Associate Degree in 1972.

During school years, Sandi enjoyed Campfire Girls, baton twirling, playing clarinet, and Queen of Hearts.

Sandi met the love of her life, Lynn Olund, in 1973 in Detroit Lakes, Minn. They were united in marriage on October 25, 1975 at Trinity Lutheran in Detroit Lakes, Minn.

They were blessed with their son Jason on December 20, 1975, and daughter Cardell on November 24, 1980. Sandi enjoyed attending their activities. Sandi was blessed with six grandchildren: Becca, Declan, Skyler, Liam, Lydia, Lily, and a little one on the way. She also held a special bond with Patrick and Ashley.

Sandi enjoyed working in the food industry, and at one point owned Truckers Inn Restaurant. She was also employed by Sunmart, Pepsi, and GPK. Hobbies she enjoyed included softball, bowling, bingo, casino times, Medora, time with friends, playing cards, watching baseball (Braves), football (Vikings), and time with grandchildren.

Sandi is survived by her children Jason Olund, Fargo, N.D. and Cardell (Jim) Biggers, Buffalo, N.D .; her six grandchildren; Becca, Fargo, N.D .; Declan, Boston, Mass .; Skyler Cornell, Moorhead, Minn .; Liam Olund, Lydia and Lily Biggers all of Buffalo, N.D., bonus grandchildren Patrick Orestad and Ashley Smith of Bozeman, Mont. Siblings Craig (Robin) Kjos, Fargo, N.D .; Norris (Becky) Kjos, New Rockford, N.D .; Cyndi Kjos, Detroit Lakes, Minn .; Candice (Ron) Jarrett, Newhall, Iowa; Jeanine Baker, Provo, Utah, and many nephews, nieces, and other beloved family members.

Sandi was preceded in death by her husband, Lynn Olund, her parents Thomas Kjos and Lois Mougin, and siblings Ordell Kjos, Renae Kjos, and Pam Preminger.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center, Fargo. To sign the online guestbook, and to view the livestream of the Funeral Service, please visit http://www.boulgerfuneralhome.com