Dan Poggiali Obituary

Prayers to all family and friends. My family got to know Mr Poggiali throughout his many rolls at SHS. Mr Pogggiali was my (c/o 1991) History/Econ teacher. He was my daughter's (c/o 2010) Principal. By the time my son (c/o 2020) got to know him, he was Chief of Staff and Transformation Officer.
Mr Poggiali did a great job in each roll he served.
RIP Dan
#onceaBlueStreakALWAYSaBlueStreak

The entire Whittaker family has heard about Dan's passing and sending prayers and peace to the Poggiali family.

To the Poggiali family.. as a close friend of Ann since childhood, the Poggialis are very special to me. Although I didn´t know Dan well, my heart aches for this painful loss of from all accounts, a really wonderful man! Love to you all from Layton family

To Jen and the family my heart is heavy, your father was a great man, Principal Poggiali was so amazing. Do you know how cool it was for my friend's dad to be the principal! I remember one time i left my purse on the lunch table and went to talk to my friends, went thru the lunch line and realized I forgot my purse on the table. It was gone when I got back to the table, Mr. Poggiali bought my pizza that day, oh and they found my purse behind the bleachers. lol. I thought that was so cool because he actually cared, even though I could have a school lunch, but they got pizza delivered to us every Friday! He touched many kids to make them want to come to school. Adams school was cool because of this great man, my condolences to his beautiful family.

I had Mr. Poggaili for History in his first/second year teaching at SHS. He was one of my favorite teachers - warm, positive, and good for a laugh. I have good memories, even as coming up on 50 years. Elder Mr. Poggaili was my Ontario School Principal. Condolences to the family. Blue Streak community lost a good man.

Condolences to the family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Liz and Lucas, my sincere condolences. What an example of a great human being. I count myself fortunate to have worked with Dan. He taught by example and what a remarkable example he left.

So sorry for your loss, I remember all the good times...playing in the attic and fishing in Marblehead. I won't be able to make it down for the service as I have my own health issues. Give love to everyone and my sincere condolences to the family. Much love to all.

Sue, Steve, Ann, Brian, Beth,
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother.
I hope you feel the love being sent your way.
Sharon McNutt

Lucas we are sad to learn of your dad´s passing. We didn´t know him well but from what we did he was the kindest man. May God bless you and your family in this difficult time of sorrow With love and prayers.

Mr P was the best!! He was the type of person we all achieve to be. My SHS days were the best thanks to him leading our school and bring back lots of traditions to the school. There was never a day that when I got to school that he didn't say I am so glad to see your Smiling face today Nicole. He always believed in me even when I didn't believe in myself. Even after High school days were over if he seen my mom anywhere he would always ask about me. How in the world he remembered me after all this time with the thousands of kids that came through that school just shows how much his students meant to him and that he truly never forgot about us. He was defiantly once in a lifetime type of Man and he will be truly be missed. I send all my love and prayers to his family.

Dan was not just a Great Principal, he is also a Super Great family man. Loved his family, his students and his friends. He played a part in the success of my four childrens' lifes. He'll be missed and not forgotten.
Thoughts and Prayers to the family.

Dan Poggiali and his entire family will be remembered for the legacy they created over their many years in the Sandusky Schools community. They are some of the most dedicated and caring members of the Blue Streaks family. Dan will be dearly missed by the Sandusky community.

Our sincere condolences to the Poggiali family. Prayers for you all. RIP Dan.

To the entire Poggiali Family, I´d like to offer my most sincere condolences. Mr. Poggiali was one of my favorite teachers during my years at Sandusky High. Dan the Man, as we affectionately called him. Mr. P was our Senior class advisor, as I was class VP and he assisted us in all activities pertaining to our senior year.

Not only was he a great educator and advisor, he was also just cool! The last 5 minutes of class after he finished his lesson plan, he was say; "you guys can chill". I remember I would make him laugh so loud when he was doing his study hall duties that it would disrupt the entire study hall. He was the BEST!

Mr Poggiali, you will be missed and know you have touched many lives in a positive manner. May God bless your family with strength and peace as they morn your passing.

Dearest Poggiali Family
During this sad and challenging time, take assurance that Dan is at peace and has joined his parents and other extended family in heaven.
Praying that God provides all of you with the comfort, love, and strength you need today and in future days.

What a sad day for the Sandusky Blue Streak family. Nobody loved Sandusky City Schools more than Dan. Joann and I were honored to work as teachers at SHS under Dan. A great man and dedicated principal. Rest in Peace.

Dan and I began our teaching careers the same year at SHS. We quickly became friends and remained friends long after I left education. I was proud to see my friend become such a leader in the Sandusky School District and community. We lost an outstanding Blue Streak but his legacy will continue through the many lives he touched. My condolences to Liz and the family. RIP my old buddy.

Our deepest sympathies to Liz, Jenn, Lucas and the entire Poggiali family. It was always a pleasure to spend time with Dan, from minor acolyte mischief to shared athletic teams to appointments. He was an outstanding educator, administrator and human being. He'll be missed by many, especially all Blue Streaks. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

My Deepest Sympathy to Liz, Jenn and Lucas,
Dan's loss will be deeply grieved as he has touched and impacted so many individuals through out his career. Dan shared with me that when he was attending Sandusky High School he was asked what career he planned. His answer was that he "wanted to become the principal of Sandusky High School, and be the 'Rock' for students and staff". Congratulations Dan, you became the greatest administrator that I have ever known. Few achieve their dreams as you have. His job and his family meant the world to him.

I worked as a Substitute Teacher at Sandusky High School for 2 years. Dan was very supportive and helpful. He was top notch.

Liz, Lucas, Jen and family, I really enjoyed working with Dan at Adams and later at SHS when the middle school moved. He was such a great guy and so dedicated!!!! What I remember most is how proud he was of all of you and would "light up" whenever he would talk about you!!! You have my deepest heartfelt sympathy! Kathy Capucini

Mr. Poggiali was my favorite teacher and made every day fun. I´ll never forget him.

Dan was a great guy. Very kind and understanding. A friend of our fathers and our school principle. Our deepest condolences ~ The Giles and Lombardo family.

As a childhood playmate of Dan, I am so sorry to hear of his passing. A good man.

Liz and Family - my sincere condolences. I didn´t know Dan well, but so many people have told me of their support and affection for him over the years when I was Senator for Erie County. Love and prayers to you Liz.

As a former SHS teacher, I´m very sorry to hear such a wonderful teacher and principal has passed. Sincerest condolences to his wife and entire family.

Mr Paggiali was a great man and a wonderful principal prayers go out to his wife his son and grandkids he did earn his wings? He will be truly missed

It is with our deepest sympathy to the family on the passing of Dan. From our humble beginnings on Monroe Street in Sandusky the Poggiali bond has been enduring even though our family have lived in Michigan for years.
Our time together although infrequent over the years is a pleasant and cherished memory.
Peace be with the family,
Dean & Janet Poggiali and family
Lansing, MI

My condolences to the entire extended Poggiali family on the passing of Dan. He was my father's colleague in the SHS social studies department. He was my government teacher and homeroom teacher. He took me as the SHS representative to a World Affairs Institute conference in Cincinnati my senior year-not because of my academic "brilliance". I was not. I think he thought we would have fun maybe because we liked to laugh! Farwell Mr. Poggiali!

Cam Carver

Condolences to the entire Poggiali Family. Dan was always so kind to our children during their high school years. We always enjoyed our chats at Sunnybrook. Prayers and Peace to you all.

Lucas and family, I am sorry to hear your father passed. You are in my thoughts and prayers. (Ian's aunt)

No words! Truly one of the best! Sending love to everyone

Rest in peace to a great man!! Thank you Dan for providing nourishment to my mind.

Prayers to and for the Poggiali family.

My deepest sympathy to his Family & Friends..I hold high admiration for Mr Poggiali..He was not only a Loving Husband & Father but also to his student throughout his years as the principal but stern when needed to be..Also a fierce leader to his colleagues & community..You have earned your wings God has said & time to be a leader for me..I Salute you & Thank you for your Wonderful Works..Rest in Peace Dan..Love Tammy Esposito

Jeff and I are in absolute shock after hearing this news! Dan was a great man and was always a pleasure to talk with when we ran into him. Our deepest condolences to the entire Poggiali family! Liz and Lucas, May God give you the strength to make it through these next few days. Our sympathy Sharon and Jeff Dubois

Rest up Mr poggiali you was the nicest person when I was attending highschool made a big impact on me so sorry for your families loss

A truly good human being that changed the lives of many young people. He will live on those he mentored. God Bless Liz, Jen, Lucas!!!! and all of his family.

I liked how present Mr Poggiali was among the students. You could tell he loved the school. I am thankful for his leadership while our daughter attended and graduated. He was the best!

I remember being in 7th grade having him for Ohio history and Mrs. Poggiali for English when she was pregnant with Lucas. He was my favorite teacher and taught me to speak up if I had a different take, explain it my way. But then I think he regretted that because I never shut up! However he was truly a great man, you all have my deepest condolences

Dear Liz and family: My heart is so saddened by this news. I have known Dan since his student years at SHS. Please let me know if i can be of assistance in any way.You are in my thoughts and prayers.

John E. Schumm, former SHS French teacher,

OMG this is another classmate that has gone to heaven. Condolences to Lucas and his family. I met Dan in 7th grade at Adam´s Jr High school. Next thing you knew we graduated and now he´s gone. I am sorry to hear this. Rest in heaven Dan. You were one incredible man. Condolences to the family. Special hugs to Lucas

Mr. Poggiali was my high school Government teacher my senior year (1982). I remember as I was coming up in high school that "I hope I get Mr. P for my Gov't teacher"...and I did. Not my favorite subject or topic by any means but I remember he made it interesting and I looked forward to the class. His smile, his laugh, obviously a top notch educator and asset to the Sandusky City School system, Sandusky itself--then and now. Thank you, Mr. Poggiali. Rest in Heaven.

Very Good man...

Never could have asked for a better principal. He was so caring of all his students. Rest easy Mr. P. Praying for you and your family

May God blanket you all with His love and give you strength at this time. Dan was always so kind and encouraging. I can still remember him grilling on Sunday and talking to my kids when we were neighbors. He truly loved the Blue Streaks and a heart for Sandusky students. I am sorry for your loss, prayers for Liz, Jen, Lucas and family.

Mr. Poggiali was a wonderful principal and truly loved his job! So sorry for your loss, he was one of a kind!

Many wonderful memories as Dan was principal when our sons attended Sandusky City Schools. He had a lasting impact on many and will be missed.

Oh Dan...You were such a wonderful man. The best boss I ever had and one of the most decent men I´ve ever known.
You are so loved and will be missed by so many. Much love to Lucas, Jen, Liz and the rest of the Poggiali Family.
They don´t come any better than Dan Poggiali.

Mr. Poggiali was a wonderful man who had a great smile and demeanor with the students while he was our principal. My condolences to Mrs. Poggiali, Jen, and Lucas during this difficult time. May his legacy continue to inspire generations to come.

I always loved seeing Mr. Poggiali's smile in the halls as once a student and then as a sub. He was truly one of a kind and will be greatly missed. Always a bluestreak

Mr. Poggali was my principle from 7th-12th grade. He was a great principal and person! May the lord bless and keep you all through this difficult time.

Dan was a great man and truly loved the children of Sandusky. Prayers to Liz, Jen and Lucas and their families.

No words can describe how we all feel right now. We ALL loved him. Mrs. Poggiali and Lucas, we love you too.