Sally Jiantonio Vandal

Sally was born on December 12, 1952 in New Britain, CT to Mary (Geraci) and Alfred Jiantonio. Early in life, Sally was a longtime cast member of the Passion Play at Saint Ann’s Church in New Britain, CT.

In 1993, she married the love of her life, Paul J. Vandal. Sally worked alongside her husband Paul in their accounting business for many years. Sally loved cooking, traveling, and most of all, her beloved role as “Amma” to her two cherished grandchildren, Theo and Anna. Sally lived a full life of warmth, dedication, and grace. Sally will always be remembered for her tidy home and her “Hi Honey” greeting to all.

Sally is survived by her husband of 33 years, Paul J. Vandal; children, Kevin (Alexandra) Vesci and Kristen Vesci ; two grandchildren, Theo and Anna Vesci; her father Alfred Jiantonio; her brother, Paul Jiantonio; multiple nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Sally was preceded in death by her mother, Mary, and her brother, Marc Jiantonio.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made in Sally’s name to The American Cancer Society and/or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Sally’s legacy of kindness, humor, and quiet strength will live on through the family and friends she cherished so deeply. Per the family’s request, services will be private.