Sandra M. "Pollinger" Kealy

Sandra M. "Pollinger" Kealy obituary

Sandra M. "Pollinger" Kealy

Sandra Kealy Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Tyngsborough Funeral Home on Sep. 22, 2025.

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With great sadness, we announce the passing of Sandra Marie Kealy on September 18, 2025, at the age of 76. Born January 12, 1949, in Lowell, Massachusetts, Sandra was the 2nd of 9 children of Alice and Robert Pollinger; sisters Patricia, Gail, Alice (Cookie), and Debbie; brothers Robert and Peter. She was a devoted mother to Joseph Kealy (Stephanie McSharry), Jill Sebilian (Peter), and Jacqueline Connor (Sean), a loving grandmother to Meaghan, Thomas (Jessi), Cassandra (Brock), Ashley (Trevor), Alexis, Callie (Mark), Peter, Sarah, Patrick (Casey), Michael, Stevie, and Tylar and a dedicated great grandmother to Ella, Olivia, Kinsley, and Joey. Sandra is predeceased by her husband of 52 years, Joseph Kealy (1947-2022), and brothers Donald and Charles Pollinger. She cherished her time with her family and friends. Throughout her life, Sandy enjoyed the outdoors, whether she was playing games, skiing, hiking, kayaking, or enjoying a campfire with family and friends. She became an expert at making puzzles and captivated her family members with this hobby. If there was anything that needed mending, Gigi could fix it. She was great with a sewing machine, a needle, and thread. Through the years, she made clothing and quilts for her family members.

Sandra attended secretarial school after graduating from Keith Hall in Lowell, MA. Sandra worked at Westford Academy for ten plus years as the cafeteria supervisor. Before that career, she worked for many years as an associate at Jordan Marsh. She brought smiles and laughter wherever she went.

In keeping with Sandra's wishes, a private family service will be held.

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