CONSTANCE M. POZZO

A very late addition....but she was a real shining light for me and all my classmates back in Sharon Intermediate School back in around 1970 and after being such a great presence in my life went on to teach my nephew 25 years later in Easton.

Miss Mamas was my FAVORITE teacher. She was my 4th grade teacher at Cranbrook Elementary in Columbus, Ohio. I only a few days ago was connected to old classmates through a Facebook group. We were talking about our teachers and I posted some pictures I had taken (as a 9 year-old) of Miss Mamas. I decided to try and look her up on the internet thinking perhaps she was on Facebook. I was sadden to learn of her passing last year. I have no doubt that you have heard stories of how wonderful a teacher and person she was, but I thought you might like to hear from someone that knew her as Miss Mamas. I'm so sorry for the loss felt by all whose lives she touched. I know this is over a year old, but I'm hoping her children see this.

Dean, although I never met your sister, I am truly sorry for your loss. Rena

Suzanne, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. We are thinking of you and your family. May all your memories of your mom give you comfort!
Sincerely Brooke and Deb LaPierre

Bill, I am so sorry to hear of Connie's passing. I had gotten to know her through Mrs. Bernstein, who is my neighbor. The three of us had many pleasant onversations in the parking lot, when Connie came to pick up Mrs. Bernstein. I enjoyed knowing her very much. My sympathy to you and your beautiful family.

Sincerely, Stephen Hagan (CHS '58) (Dr. Hagan's son)

she was one for my best friends in high school and we reconnected a few years ago in Portland...so very sorry to hear of her passing...

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

God speed, Connie. Your energy and enthusiasm will be sorely missed.

I graduated from high school with Connie and, wow all of you who have signed this guest book got it right about her ........her smile was contagious and her entire personality was one of kindness and love. She will be sadly missed at our reunion this summer. I for one looked forward to seeing she and Bill there. :(
Love and sympathy to you Bill and your family

Carole (Isenagle) Turner

so many fond memories of our childhood together...you will be missed by many.
Class of '59

Our deepest sympathy on the unexpected death of Connie.
Fred & Miriam Holmes

Mrs. Pozzo was a wonderful woman and a great teacher. She was the most important teacher in my education. Her loves of teaching us about history, reading mythology and writing reports about animals were a part of what inspired me to go into education. Our class would look forward to reading from her book of mythology even more than recess. I am sure I am just one of an incredible amount of people that she impacted in a positive way. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

You are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. We are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember her beautiful smile and love for her family.

Connie was one of a kind.....and kind she was! As is seen by the lovely notes of rememberence, her smile added beauty to people's day. Her death is so shocking and many hearts are broken for those who will miss her most. I am deeply sorry for this great loss. Know that she will be remembered by so many in the coming months and years ahead, and we will be better human beings because of her example of how to treat eachother. God bless you.

I am so very sorry for your loss of Connie. Connie was always very nice to me when I worked for the Town of Easton , and I will remember her for all her kindness and her beautiful smile.
Sincerely,
Janet Andrus Linehan

We were so grateful that our son Patrick had Mrs. Pozzo as his 3rd grade teacher. She loved children and instilled in them a love of learning along with nurturing their natural curiosity about the world. She understood children so well. My son is 26 and everytime my husband and I would see her around town (either at the Post Office, Cosi or the Sheep Pasture), she would ask for him by name. How remarkable is that? Her smile and warm spirit warmed the world. I am just so sad that I won't be able to see her beautiful smile. What a lovely lady she was. With our deepest sympathies, the McKenna Family

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Connie was love personified. Our hearts go out to Bill, Suzanne, Laurie, Mark and their families. Connie's mystical connection with children and colleagues, the convictions and efforts for which she strived, and the passion and sensitivity by which she lived will endure and be honored by all who loved her. Our daughter Marianna was one of her joyous students, and I was blessed to be touched by Connie both personally and professionally through Church, family, and school. Her friendship, warmth, and giving spirit over the years I will cherish. May her memory be eternal.
Martha and George Panagiotopoulos

Mrs. Pozzo must have been a wonderful person if her daughter Suzanne is at all like her. Suzanne is a gem in her own right and has become a trusted family supporter and friend through her kindnesses at the Wayland Middle School. My family's best wishes and condolences extend to the entire family at this time of deep loss.

To all the Pozzo family, I am so sorry for your devastating loss. My memories of Connie are all so sweet.Her smile was so warm and always made you want to smile too. She and Mr. Pozzo would always stop to say hello to me on their trips to the Berkshires . It always meant so much to me . I always got a big hug and Im sure she made everyone feel as special as she made me feel. Im praying for all of you .
love Missie Bowmar

Not only was Connie a wonderful next door neighbor but I was also lucky enough to have her be a teacher to my sons... Of course years later. I was so saddened to hear of her passing but very lucky to have had her in our lives. I am hoping for peace for her family knowing that she is in a better place.

Connie was the first person in the neighborhood to welcome us when we moved to Heritage Drive. She made us feel most welcome to Easton and joked that she was happy to have another Greek family in the neighborhood. Reading all of the wonderful stories about her, I realize how fortunate we were to know her. I always enjoyed chatting with her and hearing about her wonderful grandchildren. I am sincerely sorry for your loss.

Connie will be missed. Her positive outlook and hearty laugh made her a favorite classmate at UAHS and after. Our too infrequent reunions with she and Bill were always fun and memorable.
Our sincerest condolences

The world is a dimmer place without Connie. Her sense of purpose and her desire to participate in the lives of her students, friends and community led to better lives for so many. She will always be remembered and loved by our family. Easton has lost one of the great ones.

Connie was a truly great educator - and person! She inspired her students to take a leap to the next level without fear of failure. She was a mentor to her students and fellow educators. We were so fortunate to have been touched by her spirit!!
Thank you for sharing her with us.

Connie Pozzo was one of the best teachers there was. Connie was so caring, and made each and every child feel special and good about themselves.My son Brad had her in third grade. Connie came to Brad's high school graduation party and gave him a Boston Celtics blanket which he still has today. She was very special and will be missed.
The Shalek Family

Mrs. Pozzo was the best. I have never been a school-type but it is with great confidence that I always remember 3rd grade as my favorite year. The way she referred to oranges as "vitamin C balls" and how she let us take our shoes off after recess were the absolute coolest things to me back then. Mrs. Pozzo had this poster in her classroom that I loved and I would always ask her, "When you retire, can I pleaseeee have that?" When the day came, Mrs. Pozzo came interrupting my class at Richardson mid-day, announcing that she had a gift for me. I felt so special! She was cleaning out her classroom to retire and made the trip to my new school to keep her promise. That's how Mrs. Pozzo was. She made every child feel so important. Her genuine spirit gave light to all those she touched. My deepest condolences to her family.

Mrs. Pozzo with always be remembered and loved by our family as a teacher who connected with the heart and soul of her young students and their families. She knew what was important and she lived it in the classroom. I have been and forever will be grateful for the positive experience she gave the children of Easton, including my daughter. Blessings of Peace and Love to her family,
Joyce O'Connor

So sorry to hear of the loss of such a kind and loving person.
Pauline, John, Nicholas and Amelia Phinney

Connie...the best teacher my son and family knew. So sorry for your loss of a truly beautiful person.
Tyler, Ray & Cheryll Gagnon

When I think of Connie, I think of her beautiful smile, incredible laugh, and positive energy. The loss of such an amazing person affects so many. Connie will be missed. Bill, Lori, Suzanne, Mark--I am thinking of you all and am so deeply sorry for your loss.

I heart goes out to the Pozzo family. "Mrs. Po", as we affectionately called her, was one of the sweetest and nicest teachers I have ever met, and I didn't even have her! (my sister did :) ! Some of my fondest neighborhood memories are of walking up Heritage Drive to visit Mrs. Po, and seeing her smiling face when the 3 Berman girls would barge in on her personal time. She would always invite us in for a chat and we never thought twice about coming back as soon as we felt like it. Now, as a teacher myself, I laugh at the thought of my students coming to visit me after school hours. She made everyone she knew feel very special and loved. Thanks for your incredible warmth throughout our childhood, Mrs Po!

So sad to here the news about Mrs Pozzo! She was a wonderful woman and had such a positive impact on her students. Always so warm and welcoming. She will be greatly missed.

I am so sorry for your loss. Connie was a very special teacher, and school committee member she gave it he all will miss that great smile.

Connie you will be seriously missed in this community. Your ability to inspire the children in your classroom with your positive 'can do' attitude was incredible. It was an honor to work with you at Parkview and so much fun to see you as we shared our grandparent role watching the latest generation grow. You will be missed.

Heartbroken to hear Connie is gone even though I had not seen her in some time. Sarah was very fortunate to have been in her class, and I was lucky to work with her at NRT (where she once got me through a medical emergency!). My deepest sympathy to all who were close to her.

I was blessed to work with Connie for many years. She was one of the most devoted, creative and enthusiastic teachers I have known. Her caring and dedication for her students was remarkable. She had such an infectious passion for life. I know her family was so important to her. Her pride shown through whenever she spoke about them. But mostly her grandchildren filled her life with such love. She will be missed by many, but we are all left with wonderful memories. My deepest sympathies to the family.

We were saddened to hear of Mrs. Pozzo's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Connie was a wonderfully enthusiastic, kind, loving teacher. She was our son Michael's 3rd grade teacher and I volunteered in her classroom. She was so wonderful that I wished I had her as a teacher! She was the perfect teacher for 8 year olds, finding joy in her students each day, guiding them with a loving spirit. Her eyes twinkled, her smile brightened each day. I hoped she'd be at Parkview for our youngest, but she retired and when I asked her why so soon...she said, "I want to spend time with my grand babies!" I am sure those years were so special for Connie and her family. May all your memories of your wonderful Connie comfort you. She has touched innumerable lives. A favorite quote says, "A teacher touches eternity." Connie certainly has. God bless you all.

Connie,
One of those rare people who deeply touched the lives and hearts of so,so many. Your enthusiasm for teaching and learning was contagious. When Connie spoke to you, she made you feel like you were the most important person in the world! You were the favorite teacher of all 3 of my sons and you are at the top of my list when I think of the great teachers that I admire and aspire to be. We will miss you. - Vivian, Richard, Nick, Stefan,and Alex Capobianco

We are very sad at the passing of Mrs Pozzo. She will always be remembered by our family as the BEST! You inspired all of us as a teacher, educator, colleague, and friend. RIP Connie.
Janice, Marc, Greg, Alex, Alicia Brockman

Dearest Pozzo Family, I have so many fond memories of Connie, she will always remain a shining star in our hearts. Her smile was infectious, her energy remarkable. Please know my family is thinking of you all during this difficult time and send love. Please take good care.

Beautiful woman in all ways

too soon to say good-bye..... Connie you will be very much missed. Our condolences to your family and the endless number of people you touched in your lifetime.

Tim, Denise, Patrick, Brett Higgins

Connie Pozo--a pleasure to know; warm, thoughtful and kind but most of all she exuded joy. When we think of her, that bright beautiful smile fills the room. I had the pleasure of working with Connie in our church group some years ago and recently reconnected to once again experience her enthusiastic lust for life. We are shocked and saddened by her passing, but know that her spirit lives on in all of her loving family. Deepest sympathy and love, Chris and Pauline Rassias

Connie, you inspired my children to learn with you exuberance for educating. Your smile was infectious. We will never forget your kindness. Thank you for sharing yourself with us. The Ramirez Family

Mark and family, we are so very sorry about your loss. Our condolences to all of you.

Connie is worthy of all the accolades on her behalf....a very special person indeed to thousands of folks.
As a former colleague at Parkview School, I was greatly influenced by her love of teaching and her students. By her common sense approach to the global and detailed important parts of education. She was an inspirational mentor who didn't realize she was mentoring. She will never be forgotten. You are loved, Connie Pozzo and will always be remembered!

so very sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs.Pozzo . She was a wonderful woman I had the chance to have her as my 3rd grade teacher. My thoughts and prayers go to the Pozzo family at this very difficult time.

Our family's thoughts and prayers are extended to all of you. Connie's exuberance, enthusiasm and happiness in life was infectious to all who had the pleasure of knowing her. We wish you peace as days go on and will always smile when we think of Mrs Pozzo, and amazing teacher who made all her students feel so special, and an amazing woman who brightened every where she went. The Stranges

Mr. Pozzo, Suzanne, Joel and Family,
When we think of Mrs. Pozzo, we remember her coming to all the boys' baseball games and being their biggest fan. Please know we keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
The Murphys

My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you..Mr. Pozzo, Sue, Lori, Mark and all of the kids. So thankful and grateful for all the memories you gave me Mrs.P! You will be forever missed, and always have a special place in my heart. God Bless xo

Sue, your mother was a wonderful person. I always enjoyed seeing her at school. Very upbeat lady. My sympathies to you and your family. Pam Terra

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Connie was a wonderful woman with an infectious laugh. She always had a smile and a funny story to share. She will be missed!

Love you auntie you were always my favorite on this side !!!

Suzanne, Lori and Mark -- I am so sorry to hear about your mother. Thinking of you and your families.

To be considered a friend by Connie was an honor. She was a positive presence in the world and will be missed forever. Bill, Suzanne, Lori, Mark and families: you are all on our minds and in our hearts. Connie's friends, Chris and Howie

Dear dear Connie
Such a beautiful woman such a vivacious spirit, such committed woman to the ideals of education, family , morality and to our Easton community. Connie no one will ever be like you
Bill and Lori Suzanne And Mark. She has left her handprint of love and she so cherished each of you. She will live in our hearts

From A friend , Carla Goodwin

Bill, Suzanne, Lori and Mark and your families, I am deeply saddened by the passing of Connie. What a loss! She was such a charismatic, loving and happy woman who had an infectious laugh and brought joy to so many. She was such a dear, dear friend to my mother and was so kind and loving to her, for which my family is so appreciative. I will remember her always and believe that my dear dad is in heaven showing her around and sharing a laugh. May your wonderful memories of her bring comfort to you during this difficult time. With Love, Mary Lovely Bonczek

So very sorry to hear of Connie's passing. It was so obvious to me how much she loved working with children in the Easton School System. Her contributions as a member of the school committee were quite significant as well.

What an amazing women. I will always remember her smiles at the Tempo shows. She was such a supporter when things got tough for the Music Dept in Easton. She will be missed.

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our family loved Connie. Our prayers are with you at this very sad time. Our love, Ken, Linda and Brian Fernandes

I am so sorry for your family's loss. My heart goes out to my friend, Lori, and her loving family at this difficult time.

Alex Dubroff

My sincerest condolences on your loss. Connie was a gift--she touched many lives in a positive way and will be truly, truly missed.

Colleen, Dan, Ben, Caroline, Jacob and Abigail Less