Photo courtesy of Byles-Groton Memorial Home - Groton
Groton, Connecticut
Jan 31, 1938 – Apr 2, 2022 (Age 84)
Sandra (Sandy) J. Banks, 84, of Groton passed away at New London Rehab and Care of Waterford on April 2, 2022. Sandy was born in New London, CT on January 31, 1938 to Mildred Chesbro Banks and William F. Banks of Noank.
Sandy graduated from Stonington High School in 1956. After graduating, she worked at Electric Boat, then later at Pfizer. Talented at knitting, sewing, and crafting, she belonged to the “Pocket Ladies”, a group of friends dedicated to making quilts and lap blankets, then donating them to various local organizations. She loved following the UCONN Huskies womens basketball team, watching at every opportunity.
Most proud of her “girls”, Sandy is survived by daughters Melissa (Bruce) Junkins of Alfred, ME and Samantha (Buddy) Schroeder of Groton, CT, her two grandchildren, Tyler and Hayley, and her two great granddaughters, Maci and Emery. She leaves behind her loving sister, Susan Smith, of South Carolina. Sandy was predeceased by longtime partner Charles Winkler of Groton.
A private family remembrance will be held.
Memorial donations in Sandy’s name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Read MoreSo sorry to read of Sandys passing. I was friends with her in Stonington high school. She was such a happy person . God Bless her.
Catharine Lenihan Danie
April 26, 2022
Very Sad to read of Sandra’s passing ~~ She and I maintained a Friendship for MANY years and always took time for a Hug and great conversation when we would run into one another !! I will sincerely miss her ~ May she R.I.P. ~ Jan Miller
Jan Miller
April 14, 2022 | Mystic, CT
I have Wonderful memories of my childhood with aunt Sandy and uncle George
Pamela Kromidas
April 13, 2022 | 96053 High Pointe Dr, FL | Family
My dear friend, Sandy, I will miss her with all my heart. One of my special friends, she is with the angels now and not suffering. Melissa, Samantha, you know how much Mom meant to me, my heart is heavy with knowing I won't see that smiling face again. Please know I'll have Sandy in my thoughts and prayers.
Eleanor and Frank Scussel
April 11, 2022 | Friend
Melissa and Samatha my deepest sympathies to you all with the passing of your beloved Mother. We worked together at the Pfizer Credit Union. I remember the day she said "It´s going to be a walk in the park day" meaning it was going to be a slow day! The minute she said it we got slammed and it was busy the entire day! We all looked at your Mom and said she wasn´t allowed to say that again!! We laughed a lot and enjoyed working together! My deepest sympathy. Know that you are in my...
Jo Anne Byington Faraci
April 11, 2022
My deepest sympathy to Sandra's family. The special times we shared at Noank Elementary School are not forgotten.
Norma Combs
April 10, 2022 | Lexington, VA | Friend
Dear Samantha and family.
I am so sorry to hear about Sandy's passing. I was out of town and recently found out upon my return. Your mom was a lovely woman and always a joy to see and talk to when I would go see my mom at New London Rehab. Thank you for all your kindness that you extended to my mom during your visits. My deepest and heart felt sympathies go out to you and your family at this time.
God Bless,
Lorraine
(Marie's daughter)
Lorraine Desnoyers
April 10, 2022 | Norwich, CT
Dear Melissa and Samantha, we send our love and deepest sympathy to you for the loss of your Mom and my Aunt. My Mom and Dad are deeply regretful that they can not be there to celebrate the life of Sandra with you.
Sending our prayers and love to you.
Mary Jane
Mary Jane Panebianco
April 07, 2022 | Murrells Inlet, SC | Family
Dear Melissa, Bruce, & the entire circle of Sandy’s family ‘n’ friends,
Bruce and I have worked together, through a SUBMEPP-to-Electric Boat partnership, for many years. Reading about Sandy...she sounds delightful.
Though I didn’t know Sandy, having lost both parents myself, I fully understand the hole left behind by a mom, grandmom, ‘n’ friend, regardless forewarning; pray this helps some wee bit...to allow...enable... the grief! Grief that will come...indulge it...it...
Ray Hamilton
April 05, 2022 | New London, CT