Sandra Gaudiosi, born September 15, 1945, to Angela (née Iannaccone) and Jerry Venezia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Sandra was born and raised in Bloomfield, NJ, and later moved to Clifton, NJ. She is survived by her devoted daughters, Angelica DiCocco and her husband Joseph, and Jerilynn Gaudiosi; her beloved grandson, Edward Bierals; her brother, Angelo Venezia and his wife Patricia; her sisters, Rosalie DiRienzo and her husband Anthony, Deborah DelVecchio and her husband Richard, and Loretta Venezia and her partner Alexandra Tint. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, great-great-nieces and nephews, and cousins.

She was predeceased by her cherished husband, Anthony; her parents, Angela and Jerry Venezia; her brother Gerald and his wife Kathy; and her niece, Melissa Anne DelVecchio.

Sandra dedicated her career to helping others. She worked as a Special Education Teaching Assistant for the Bloomfield Board of Education and later at the Cedar Grove Board of Education. After retirement, she continued her commitment to serving the community as Recreation Coordinator for Seniors at the Congregate Center in Cedar Grove through Chrill Health Care in Verona.

Sandra shared her love of life with family and friends. She found joy in cooking homemade pizza, hosting backyard barbecues, and engaging in lively conversations about politics. She was a devoted fan of Elvis Presley and loved watching movies. Above all, she treasured time spent with her family and those closest to her.

Her warmth, generosity, and spirited personality will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.