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Sandra Lagasse Obituary
She was the daughter of Sophie Podgurski and the late William Podgurski. She was a graduate of Southington High School.
Sandra had a love of music and she also loved animals and had been employed at Petco in Southington. Although Sandra's technical ability on the dulcimer matched the finest players in New England, it was her love and passion of music that made her exceptional. Working with Don Moore's D F#A group, and later helping Flute Punch, Two Chicks and a Guy, and Birch Creek, she was a driving force who gave 100%. Her knowledge of folk and Celtic music would impress a Juilliard professor. With her massive library of dulcimer on hand she was able to find the perfect song, know its history and play it perfectly. She had a musical gift that will be missed.
Along with her mother, Sandra is survived by her three sons, Brian, Matthew, and David Lagasse; and one daughter, Laura Lagasse; her grandchildren, Christopher, Brandon, Drayden, Damon, and Aurora; her brother, Mark Podgurski; and her beloved companion, Kevin Gallagher; along with aunts and cousins.
Burial will be at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. Venskunas Funeral Home, 670 Stanley St., New Britain, is in charge of the arrangements. Memorial donations can be made in Sandra's memory to The Hospital of Central Connecticut Development Office, New Cancer Center, 100 Grant St, New Britain, CT 06050; or to the Connecticut Humane Society, 701 Russell Rd., Newington, CT 06111. To send online condolences please go to www.venskunasfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sandra Lagasse
Elyse Manyak
December 16, 2013
I had the privilege of working with Sandra at Agway. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I'm sure she will never be far from those she loved.
Amanda Gilgosky
December 13, 2013
I was so very sorry to hear about Sandy's passing. We recently re-connected during my visits to Petco and I'm so very glad we did. She was exactly the same as we were as kids on Skipper Lane, the same humor the same smile. She will be very much missed. My sincere condolences to the family. Mandy Gutowski.
Jaime
December 6, 2013
Sandra you will be dearly missed. I am grateful to have known you, you always had a smile on your face and had such a big heart. Rest in peace...
November 26, 2013
In the short time I knew you, I saw how kind and caring you were. You will be missed by all who knew you, thank you for your kindness and friendship, I will miss you, sorry I didn't get to see you again in NY or CT. Love, Margaret Romolo Zukor
Sophie Podgurski
November 20, 2013
To My Daughter,
There will never be another you, so full of life, love, and compassion.
Whatever you had you would always share or give to someone else. You had that special gift of being able to talk to strangers as though they were your best friend. I will love and miss you all the days of my life.
Love, Mom
November 19, 2013
Sandy--I will always remember your great smile and your large heart.
Always your friend,
Darwin Robinson
Sandi Nyren
November 17, 2013
Your time on Earth was so short, but your impact great. My sympathies to your children and family.
Sherri LeBel-Kruy
November 17, 2013
I am so very sorry for your loss. I will always remember her laugh and how she cared for everyone around her. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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