Sandra Ann Palmeri's Obituary
Sandra Ann Palmeri, age 83, passed away March 9, 2026. She was born in Tampa, Florida to the late Katherine Clesi and Julio Macias and was raised by her loving aunt and uncle, the late Anne Clesi Cuellar and Benny Cuellar. She attended Jefferson High School and married the love of her life, John Palmeri. She is survived by her two daughters, Melanie Palmeri Bottini (Christopher) and Pamela Anne Sabino (Philip) and granddaughter, Jadyn Bliss Bottini. She was preceded in death by her brother, Anthony Ponzo (Linda).
Sandra worked for the Hillsborough County School System, but her favorite career was raising her children and taking care of her granddaughter and godchildren. She loved her family, friends, her Jefferson High School “classy mates” and cheering on the Florida Gators and Tampa Bay Rays. She was smart, fun, generous and loved unconditionally. She will always be remembered and deeply missed by all who knew her.
Friends and family will be received for a casual gathering from 2pm – 5pm on Saturday, March 14 at 16016 Piddlin Pond Lane, Tampa, 33618.
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