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1932
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2024
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Sarah Tautkus Obituary
Sarah was born on May 15, 1932, in Buffalo, NY. Sarah was the fourth of eight children born to the late William Burke, MD and Lucille (Mitchell) Burke.
Sarah was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother and relished the time she spent with her family, grandchildren (11), and great-grandchildren (5). Sarah loved all her family unconditionally. She and her beloved predeceased husband, Charles S. Tautkus, were dedicated volunteers at the Manchester Soup Kitchen.
Sarah especially enjoyed her work as a dental office assistant at Lindner Dental Associates in Bedford for over 20 years.
Sarah and her family have fond memories of their family vacations and visits to Buffalo, NY, Cape Cod, Mass, and Gilford, NH to be with relatives.
Sarah is survived by her sons, Gerard "Gerry" Tautkus and his wife Siobhan, of Laconia, NH, Jim Tautkus and his wife Barbara, of York, PA, and Charles "Chick" Tautkus Jr., and his wife Erin Hattan, of Laconia, NH; and daughters Mary Winslow and her husband Matt, of Newbury, NH, and Ann Hanson and her husband Tighe, of Harwich, MA. In addition to her parents, Sarah is predeceased by her husband Charles S. Tautkus, daughter Sarah "Sally" Jane Tautkus, and granddaughter Mary Elizabeth Tautkus.
The Tautkus family would like to express their appreciation to all the employees at the Meredith Bay Colony Club in Meredith, NH, where Sarah resided the past 6 years. They treated Sarah with the love and dignity that she deserved.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00 am at St. Andre Bessette Parish - Sacred Heart Church, 291 Union Avenue, Laconia, NH.
Graveside burial will be held at a future date at New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen, NH.
For those who wish, memorial donations may be made in Sarah's name to Isaiah Café, 100 New Salem Street, Laconia NH 03246.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services/603Cremations.com, 164 Pleasant St., Laconia, NH, 03246, is assisting the family with arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial, please visit wilkinsonbeane.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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5 Entries
Cecile
November 19, 2024
I remember you fondly as we shared a love for music especially YoYoMa. Rest now Sarah. It was a pleasure knowing you.
Jack Murphy
November 7, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I knew Sarah from her time working at Dr. Szopa's office on Chestnut St., so many years ago. I was a patient there at the time. She always had a smile on her face and a pleasure to talk to at the front desk.
God Bless +
Donna Laforge
November 5, 2024
May you cherish your memories of Sarah. I worked with Sarah for 20 years and we all knew how much she loved her family. She will be missed.
Patricia & Normand Lavallee
November 4, 2024
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. We are so very sorry for your loss.. sending many hugs and much love
A. Richard (Dick) Hanlon
November 4, 2024
Gerry and ALL of the Tautkus Families,
Sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. She is now at peace with her Husband, Daughter, and Granddaughter. My sincere sympathy and deep condolences to ALL of you. Remember the nice times that you had together with her, that will help ease the pain you're now feeling & bring a smile to your face. R.I.P., Sarah. A. Richard (Dick) Hanlon
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