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Sandi Zaganiacz Obituary

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

Published by Daily Hampshire Gazette on Sep. 2, 2020.
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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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