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1937
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2019
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Sandra Poulos Obituary
Sandra was born on April 16, 1937, in Manchester, N.H., to Addis K. and Arlene F. (Carpenter) Rogers. On July 2, 1960, she married Peter (Panagiotakos) Poulos. They raised two daughters, Jennifer (Panagiotakos) Lenox and Alexandria Panagiotakos.
Known for her ageless and infectious smile, and her colorful language, Sandy had a passion for the seaside, interior design, and animals. In 1970, she and her husband Peter opened Ya-Ya's, a beachside restaurant on Long Sands in York, Maine. Over the years, Ya-Ya's became known for its scrumptious blueberry muffins, pizza, subs, and broasted chicken. Sandy's love for her interior design nourished her artistic ability, which led to her career at Millyard Interiors in Manchester, and Goedecke Flooring and Design in Bedford. Her love for fashion transcended eight stylish decades. Sandy knew how to put it all together and wear it well.
She was predeceased by her father Addis, and mother Arlene, as well as her sisters Janet and Cheryl.
She is survived by her husband, Peter; her two children, Jennifer, and Alexandria and her husband Danny; sisters, Marcia and Myla; brother, Frank; brother-in-law, Perry; grandchildren, Olivia and Christopher; as well as several nephews and nieces.
SERVICES: Visitation will be held on Monday, August 26, from 4-8 p.m., with a Trisagion service at 7 p.m. at Phaneuf Funeral Homes & Crematorium, located at 250 Coolidge Ave. in Manchester. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 27, at 11 a.m. at Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, located at 650 Hanover St. in Manchester. Burial will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery. To view Sandy's online tribute, to send a message of condolence, or for more information please visit www.phaneuf.net.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sandra Poulos
George and Marilyn Goedecke
August 27, 2019
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the family for your loss. We will always remember Sandy for the excellent decorating work she did for us and the time spent with her during the process. As we shared coffee and conversation her smile and laughter made it a fun visit. Everyday we look around the house we are reminded of her.
Tracy Charpentier
August 27, 2019
I was saddened to hear this news. Although I haven't seen sandy since my mom passed in 2001. They would spend many days at the beach getting into trouble with their husbands! Sandy's laugh was infectious to say the least. To all that is survived by her my blessings.
-Tracy Charpentier Ogunguit Maine August 27, 2019
Kim Waldecker
August 27, 2019
Alex, so sorry for you and your families loss. May God give you comfort and peace during this difficult time. May you find joy in the many years you have memories to cherish that you and you family had with this special lady.
Marc Milonas
August 26, 2019
To The Poulos Family, We were heartbroken to hear the news of Sandy's passing and wish we could be there to pay our respects. Sandy was one of a kind and like family to us. May she Rest In Peace ( but probably not now that she's reunited with Louie and Elaine!!!!). Love to you all, Marc, Heidi and Alex
Stephanie Dakoulas
August 26, 2019
My condolences to you and your family for your loss. Jennifer and Alex you now have a new angel watching over you and the ones she loved.
Louie Milonas
August 26, 2019
Dear Sandy may you rest in Peace.I will miss all the fun moments we had on the Holidays and how much you loved when I made you my homemade tzatziki sauce for Easter.My thoughts and prayers are with Uncle Pete, Alex and Jen.
Belanger Family
August 26, 2019
May you Rest in God's Loving Embrace.
Peter Goedecke
August 26, 2019
The Goedecke Family and employees have fond memories of Sandy when she worked for us as a designer. I'll never forget her smile and her perfect tan even in the winter. We are sending our sympathy and we sorry for your loss.
Peter Goedecke, Herb Goedecke, Don O'Rourke, Alan and Nancy Goedecke
Alan and Nancy Goedecke
August 26, 2019
We have many fond memories of working on design projects with Sandy. She always impressed her customers with the final results. In our mind she will be forever about 50. I see her smiling with enthusiasm, enjoying the sun and loving the ocean.
Stacey Zalenski (Gelinas)
August 26, 2019
Dear Peter, Jen and Alex and all of the family,
Sending my deepest sympathy and thoughts to you all. Many great memories of Ya Ya's and Sandy with her beautiful smile.
Brenda Martin
August 26, 2019
Thoughts and prayers coming from the Simard family
Phil and Sofia Plentzas
August 26, 2019
Our deepest sympathies to the family . . . we have not been touch lately BUT for the early years in our lives the really great times we had with you and Peter . . . We loved you and we will miss you . . .
Phil and Sofia Plentzas
Michelle Simard
August 26, 2019
So sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of the Sandy. She was always very happy, smiling and had an open heart. My heart goes out to Pete, Jennifer and all of Sandy's loved ones. There has always been such a beautiful and admirable family bond between you and I pray you can find strength during this heart breaking time.
Rosemary M. Heard
August 25, 2019
Our sincere sympathy for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Rest In Peace. Rosemary & Jonathan
Amy Finley
August 25, 2019
I will miss your beautiful smile every morning! I will miss you singing and cracking jokes. You made my job easy! Thank you for being such a great friend. St. T's will never be the same. I am a better human being by knowing and loving you. I will take care of Pete! RIP my Sandra dee.
August 25, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Sandy was full of life with a great smile and happy personality. She will be missed. Hugs to you Peter, Jennifer and Alex. Love Ellen
Sarah Milonas
August 25, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear this. I am sending good thoughts to the whole family. Hugs to uncle Pete, Jennifer and Alex.
August 25, 2019
Im so sorry to hear this:( Love you uncle pete. Sending good thoughts to the whole family from the Milonas family.
Sarah Milonas
Neighbors
August 25, 2019
Dear Sandy,
Thank you for all the family memories with you and Pete as our kids grew up in the neighborhood. The birds, the dogs, the Halloween events. We will miss your smiling face and laughter. Rest in peace. Hearts ~ Andrea & Marty
paulette nolin
August 25, 2019
Dearest Sandy,
I will never forget our many fun times spent in Ogunquit with Peter and Paul.
Many you rest in peace my dear friend, Sandy.
Deepest sympathy to Peter, Jennifer and Alex.
Paulette
August 25, 2019
Jenn
My thoughts go out to You and your entire family.
Bruce
Diane Cheever
August 25, 2019
Jen and family...........I am so sorry to hear of Sandy's passing. May your warm memories help to heal your hearts.
Kathy Russell Freeman
August 25, 2019
I am very sorry for your loss. I remember her sense of humor and it still makes me smile at those memories. She will forever be with you! May she rest in peace.
Lisa (Dann) Morse
August 25, 2019
Jen, So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. May she rest in peace.
August 25, 2019
Jen, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was a very sweet lady. May she rest in peace.
August 25, 2019
Pete deepest sympathy to you and your family. Peter and Nancy Poulios, Mount. Pleasant, S.C.
Maggie Hornowski
August 24, 2019
A truly fun loving person. I will miss her.
Lisa Belanger
August 24, 2019
I never knew anyone else like her.
I will miss you Aunt Sandy.
Always in my Prayers and Forever in My Heart.
Deepest Sympathies and Love to Uncle Pete, Jenn, Alex, Olivia and Christopher.
May your Memories bring you comfort.
Frank Ubhaus
August 23, 2019
May you now rest in peace!
Debbi English
August 23, 2019
I will always love you Aunt Sandy❣
Joey Leblanc
August 23, 2019
Rest in Peace
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