Sandra "Sandie" Censabella

Sandra (Sandie) Censabella – Manchester, NH

Sandra (Sandie) Censabella passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026 following a brief illness. 

Born in Boston, she was the daughter of the late Barbara and Peter Censabella. She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas Vittorioso 

Sandie is survived by her son Michael Antonucci and his wife Jen of Methuen ; siblings Jim Censabella and his wife Valerie of Arlington, Thomas and Mary Censabella of Londonderry NH, and Ann Censabella of Methuen and many nephews. 

Sandie’s home was the heart of the family, always open and filled with the delicious aromas of her cooking and the sounds of laughter. Sandie was a talented cook whose recipes were legendary among family and friends. Her kitchen was where memories were made and shared.

In her free time Sandie enjoyed traveling to Ogunquit, Maine. Sandie also loved traveling to warm locations such as Aruba and Mexico. 

Sandie graduated from Everett High School in 1967. 

Known for her ability to find community anywhere, Sandie’s life was a tapestry woven with experiences from Reading, North Andover, Methuen, Maynard and Manchester, NH. 

Sandie worked for over 40 years in an administrative role in the pharmaceutical industry. Sandie excelled in the workplace, bringing meticulous attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills to everything she did.

Sandie brought light and laughter into the world from the very beginning. She was known for her infectious laugh and beautiful smile—qualities that made her unforgettable. 

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Thursday, January 15th. 2026 from 4:00 – 5:30 pm at Goundrey Dewhirst Funeral Home, 42 Main Street, Salem, NH 03079. A funeral service will take place at the funeral home at 5:30 PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to either Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County or Community Hospice House in Merrimack.

Please visit www.goundreydewhirstfuneral.com for directions, or to sign the online guest book.

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