Sandi P. Zaganiacz was called to heaven on September 1, 2020. Her time on earth was short lived and has left a major void for all that knew her.
Sandi is survived by her loving husband of fifty years Edwin J., Beloved Son Todd, Loving Brother and Sister William & Linda. She was predeceased by Brother Stanley earlier this year.
Sandi was born on May 4, 1948. A graduate of Frontier Regional High School in 1966, and a graduate of Northampton Commercial College in 1968.
Sandi spent thirty-five years employed by Webber & Grinnell Insurance Company Inc., as a commercial lines analyst, retiring December of 2018.
Most of you will know Sandi as a bolder than life radio personality appearing weekly (Sundays 8 am-
12pm on WHMP Radio, Northampton), along with her partner in crime... her son Todd (TZ) on the Polka Carousel Show for the last twelve years. She was most famous for her nickname known as the Weather Girl. Sandi was larger than life, always wearing a smile, greeting anyone whose paths she crossed with kindness, generosity, and open arms. Her antics along with her infamous tidbits were infectious.
Sandi enjoyed her Polish Heritage, her friends, the music, dances and festivals along with her family puzzle nights.
Although we are sorry to say goodbye, she wanted to be remembered with smiles and laughter.
For that's how she would remember you.
May you fly high with the "Polish" Angels.
A visitation will be held at the Wrisley Funeral Home, 90 Sugarloaf St., South Deerfield, MA. 01373, on Saturday September 5th, 2020 between the hours of 4 and 6 pm. Face masks and social distancing required.
Expressions of Sympathy are available at: www.wrisleyfuneralhome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
RIP Sandi! You are an Angel in Heaven! Never forgotten here
Mike Filkoski
August 27, 2023
Continue to watch over us Angel in Heaven! Been two years and never we will forget you RIP Sandi the Weather Girl!
Mike Filkoski
August 28, 2022
She always had a open ear for you to listen to what ever you had to say. Very easy going person. And a very giving person as well!!
Jim Pietranczyk
Friend
August 27, 2022
Sandi was always friendly and sweet at the dances.On the radio she responded to everyone’s request and dedication.She will be missed. RIP Sandi!
Mike Filkoski
Friend
September 9, 2020
Joe and I enjoyed seeing and chatting with Sandi whenever we came to a polka dance in Ludlow. She was a wonderful person and we will miss her. Our sympathy goes out to her family.
Joe and Joanne Gadomski
Friend
September 9, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
anne koziol
Friend
September 6, 2020
I was so shocked to read in the paper of Sandi's passing. We were college friends back at NCC and went to a lot of polka parties along with Zag. Enjoyed listening to the weather girl on Sunday mornings. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Cindy Baceski
Friend
September 4, 2020
Raymond Kanoza
September 4, 2020
So sad to hear about the passing of your Mom Todd. She was such a fun, lovely and lively lady and I always enjoyed seeing her, and her lovely smile! I always enjoyed her humour, and our conversations and chit chat on the Jammer, and especially in person at all the Polka celebrations! Todd I’ll always remember how nice your Mom was, and I’ll keep her, you, and all your family in my thoughts and prayers!
In loving memory,
Ray Kanoza
Ray Kanoza
Friend
September 4, 2020
James Pietranczyk
September 4, 2020
My deepest sympathy to all of you, Linda, Bill, Todd, Zag. Sandi was such a kind, fun-loving person, a friend to many. We all need to carry on the good times in her memory. Rest in peace, Sandi.
Jackie McBride Hoyt
Friend
September 4, 2020
Sandi was such a sweet, kind and funny lady. She will be missed by many. May God grant her family comfort and peace at this most difficult time. God bless
Jackie Koziel/Bernie Gorak
Friend
September 4, 2020
Rest In Peace Sandi, you made this world a better place for all who knew you. Our sincere sympathy to your entire family.
Joe and Carolyn Strycharz
Friend
September 4, 2020
So sorry and shocked to hear of Sandi’s passing. She had a sweet personality and a great smile. Her hard work and contributions to the Polka industry will be sorely missed.
Dot and Dan Chrzan
Friend
September 3, 2020
Going to miss your mother todd i will pray for your mother todd i pray the rosary for your mother
Roger j kane
Friend
September 3, 2020
a loved one
September 3, 2020
Sandi was fun to listen to on whmp every sunday am. Her audience was extensive thanks to internet. Thank you Sandi.
John Daugela
Friend
September 3, 2020
Dear family, Mark and I are very sorry for your loss . Mark and Maureen Cenci
Maureen Cenci
Friend
September 3, 2020
So very sorry to hear about my dear cousin, Sandi. We played in the band together at Frontier Regional HS and she always took care of me like her little sister. Heartfelt condolences to you all.
Cathy (Mieczkowski) Robert
Cathy Robert
September 3, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Todd Zag Linda Bill so sorry when I heard about this.always had a nice chat on Friday night with the weather girl and at dances such a wonderful lady she will be missed.
joseph mikna
Friend
September 3, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We will miss her deeply as the weather girl. Love to you Todd Joan &nPaul
Paul &Joan Zawalick
Acquaintance
September 3, 2020
So very sorry to hear about Sandi, our deepest condolences to Zag and Todd, Billy and Linda. Always loved the way Sandi had a big smile, good stories and a loved to laugh. So very sorry for your loss
Phyllis Pooky Videtich
Friend
September 3, 2020
Simon Buzalski
September 3, 2020
Dear Linda and family,
How sad I am to hear of Sandi’s passing. Working with her many years ago was such a pleasure for me. She truly was a wonderful, kind person. I will be thinking of all of you as you go through these tough days, weeks, months and years ahead without her.
In friendship, Peggy Mientka
Peggy Mientka
Coworker
September 3, 2020
An infectious smile and one of the warmest people I have ever met! Whenever I see the color purple I will forever think of Sandi
Jenna Duval
Coworker
September 2, 2020
a loved one
September 2, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
BARBARA FONTAINE
Friend
September 2, 2020
Will miss my dear friend of over 50+ years. Still can’t believe you are gone.You touched so so many people with your smile and kindness. Love you Sandi. Prayers and hugs sent to Zag, Todd, Linda and Bill during this most difficult time. Till we meet again.....
Betty & Hector Santos
Friend
September 2, 2020
Deepest Condolences
alec cybulski
Friend
September 2, 2020
I was truly saddened to hear of the Weather Girl’s sudden passing especially since I heard her over the radio 2 days before she passed. Polka Carousel will never be the same without her. May she rest easy in Polka Heaven.
Nick Niedzielski
Acquaintance
September 2, 2020
Sorry to hear the loss of your wife, mother and sister. I know she will be doing the polka up in heaven with all her loved ones.
Shirley Kimball (Frank & Ginger Widelo's daughter)
Friend
September 2, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Barbara Kirouac
Friend
September 2, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Barbara Kirouac
Friend
September 2, 2020
William Mitchell
September 2, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.You were sweet as the flowers you loved to share!
Richie &Joan Korza
Friend
September 2, 2020
She was a beautiful person inside and out. So many people will miss her.
Sending prayers.
Pat Filkoski
Pat Filkoski
Friend
September 2, 2020
a loved one
September 2, 2020
Lots of memories over the years. Such a big loss to the polka community far and wide. She will be missed. Sending hugs and condolences to the family.
Laura and Lenny
Laura Kokoski
Friend
September 2, 2020
You will be missed so much by so many! Sending lots of love and prayers to your family.
Donna White
Friend
September 2, 2020
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