Sunday, November 30, 2008
NEW, Stephen Francis
He and his wife relocated to Bristol in 2003. He spent his time educating another generation of grandchildren to New York Yankees baseball history, word games, singing and gardening. He was always challenging the limits of the mind, and he spent many years polishing his Irish skills of storytelling. We’ll miss you!!!He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Florence Corey New; daughters Patricia Bina and her husband Robert of Houston, Michele Studzinski and her husband James of Sterling, Va., and Robin Vena and her husband Anthony of Bristol; And grandchildren Russell Robinson, of Melbourne, Fla., Stefanie Maurer of Milwaukee, Wis., Kandace Gilligan and her husband Benjamin, of Washington, D.C,, and Patrick Vena and Devin Vena of Bristol. He has maintained a special relationship with his beloved nephew, James Topping of Arlington, Va. who was for the duration of his life the “son he never had.” That relationship was nurtured until the day Steve died. Surviving great-grandchildren are Austin and Houston Robinson of Melbourne, Fla. He was pre-deceased by his cherished grand-daughter, Kimberly Studzinski and five siblings, James New, Thelma New Wisner, Eleanor New Topping, John T. New and Jane Machewske.Family and friends may gather Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Bailey Funeral Home, 48 Broad St., Plainville. Services and burial will be held privately at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Stephen’s name may be made to the American Heart Association, 1 Union St. Suite 301, Robbinsville, NJ 08691. For directions and online condolences, please visit bailey-funeralhome.com.
LIPKA, Vincenza “Sue”
She spent her last days at The Hospital of Central Connecticut, and the family would like to thank the staff for its excellent care and many kindnesses.Funeral rites for Sue will be held Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008, at 8:30 a.m. with the procession departing at 9 a.m. from the Paul A. Shaker/Farmingdale Funeral Home, 764 Farmington Ave., New Britain, followed by a Mass of the Resurrection at 10 a.m. at St. Ann’s Church, 101 North St., New Britain. Committal service and final resting place will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Stanley Street, New Britain. Relatives and friends may call at the Paul A. Shaker/Farmingdale Funeral Home on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. Directions to funeral home: Interstate 84 east or west to Exit 37 (Fienemann Road) and right off exit, then one mile down on right. To share a memory of Sue, or to extend condolences to the Lipka Family, please visit shakerfuneralhome.com.
Saturday, November 29, 2008
GAMACHE, Clement J.
ROY, Suzanne Marie (Cloutier)
SCHUBERT, Virgina E. (Porrini)
TETRO, Irene E. (Rathbun)
MORAN, Russell M.
SHOREY, E. Patricia
WHITTON, Irene Louise
Friday, November 28, 2008
BURNS, Marion D.
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
ORR, James Byan Sr.
Jim was the retired Vice-President and General Manager of Bristol Spring Manufacturing Co. in Plainville. He served in the US Air Force for 4 years during the Korean Conflict. Jim was a member of Prospect United Methodist Church where he was an usher for many years and a former trustee. He was a member of the Frederick Franklin Masonic Lodge #14 in Plainville. Jim enjoyed being an amateur radio operator (WA1ECZ) and was a member of the American Amateur Radio Relay League. He loved the outdoors and was a member of the Bristol Fish and Game Club. As Jim approached and entered into retirement, he enjoyed growing roses, and it seems there was always another one appearing in the yard. But, most important in Jim’s life was his love of his family and their love for him.
Jim leaves behind his loving wife of 57 years Ruth G. (O’Brien) Orr, son James B. Orr, Jr., daughter Nancy Jean Scalia and Nancy’s husband John Scalia. He also leaves behind grandchildren Jeffrey, Kimberly and Katy Scalia. Jim was predeceased by his brother Richard and sister Joyce. To all that knew him, Jim earned their greatest respect as a fair, kind, honest and decent man. The phrase that most people used to describe him was “Gentleman”. Jim exited life in the same manner he lived it; with dignity, courage and love. He will be greatly missed by all.Relatives and friends may gather on Friday evening, November 28 from 5 PM to 8 PM at O’Brien Funeral Home, 24 Lincoln Avenue, Bristol, CT; a Masonic service will be held during the wake at 7PM. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 29 at 10 a.m., at Prospect United Methodist Church, 99 Summer Street, Bristol, CT. Burial with military honors will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Bristol, CT.
ROBERGE, Heather I.
MOBLEY, Vicky R.
DUVAL, George
WARKOSKI, Edmund
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
ORTIZ, Maria
CHARPENTIER, Melvin "Mel" Raymond
CARMODY, Philomena 'Ena' (O'Neill)
Ena Carmody, 58, of Dublin, Ireland lost her long and courageous battle with cancer on Friday (November 21, 2008). She was born in Co, Donegal, Ireland on Dec 30, 1948. She was an inspiration to all who knew her, a devoted mother to Niamh and Jennifer (Jake) and an adored "NaNa" to Evan, Caolainn, Laura and Ordhan. She was predeceased by her soul mate and husband, Brendan; her parents, Gus and Bridget Mary O'Neill, and her brothers, Michael and Eoin O'Neill. Besides her children and grandchildren, she is survived by her nine brothers and sisters: Hugh (Geraldine) O'Neill of Bristol, Vincent (Dolores), Ted (Aine), James (Elizabeth) O'Neill of Dublin, Ireland, Mary (Ken) Benoit of Bristol, Ann Walsh, Eileen (Mick) Finnan, Debra (Noel) Flynn of Dublin, Kathleen Murray of Cork, and Pat Carmody her beloved sister-in-law, with whom she lived. Ena, we will all miss you so very much but you are, at last, free from that devastating disease. Sincere thanks to the gentle, caring staff at St. Francis Hospice in Raheny, Dublin. Funeral Mass will be said at The Church of the Visitation, Fairview, Dublin on Tuesday November 25, with burial at Fingal Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to in Ena's name to The Woman & Girls Fund, Bristol, CT, or Bristol Hospital Cancer Center, Bristol, CT. | ||
YOUNG, Charles S.
Monday, November 24, 2008
MAKARA, Lloyd Dennis
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BURNS, Marion D.
CAMP, Frank
Frank Camp, 91, of Plainville, passed away surrounded by his family Friday, Nov. 21, 2008. He is now reunited after 30 years with his beloved wife, Clara (Morante) Camp.
Frank was born in New Britain on Dec. 4, 1916, one of three sons to the late John and Catherine (Manno) Camp. He was a graduate of New Britain High School, where he lettered in track. In 1940, he married Clara, and made their home in Plainville in 1944 where they raised their family. Frank was employed at Marlin-Rockwell Corp. as an engineer for 36 years, retiring in 1974, while also working part time as a local barber in New Britain and Plainville. Frank was active in his community as a former assistant prosecutor for the town, a member of the Knights of Columbus Francis J. Finn Council and through his involvement with the Athletic Backers Club. In addition, he was instrumental in developing the PTO at Linden Street School. He could be found many days playing bingo at the senior center, where he leaves many dear friends. One of his great passions was politics, a subject for which he held great knowledge. A former member of the Plainville Democratic Town Committee, he ran for office in the early ’50s always wanting to make a difference to his town. Frank lived his life to the fullest, and he will be dearly missed by his family and many friends.
He leaves his daughter, Kathryn Lickwar and her husband Paul of Plainville; his son, Dr. Francis “Rusty” Camp and his wife Nora of Canton; his four grandchildren, Audrey Alt and her husband Dan, Cara Cavanaugh and her husband Patrick, Peter Camp and his wife Stacy and Todd Petroski and his wife Lindsey; his sisters-in-law, Lena Gawrys, Helen Camp and Claire Camp; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, Joseph and Anthony Camp.
Funeral services will held on Monday at 9 a.m. from Bailey Funeral Home, 48 Broad St., Plainville, followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Mercy Church. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. Relatives and friends may gather TODAY from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, kindly remember Frank with contributions to the Plainville Senior Center, 200 East St, Plainville, CT 06062 or the Plainville Community Food Pantry, 54 S. Canal St, Plainville, CT 06062. For directions and online condolences, please visit bailey-funeralhome.com.
Saturday, November 22, 2008
WINSLOW, Everett A.
Friday, November 21, 2008
JACKMAN, Beverly V.
She was born July 7, 1924 in Rantoul, KS, daughter of the late Vernon and Nelle (Gaughan) VanRheen. A resident of Bristol most of her life, she was a member of St. Joseph Church.
She is survived by her seven children, Richard Jackman of Bristol, Mary Williamson and her husband, Wayne of Williamsburg, VA, Louise Fazio and her husband, Michael of Midland, MI, Laurie Henriques of West Hartford, Devan Jackman and his wife, Pamela of Bristol, Cathy Jackman of Francestown, NH, and Jean Harrelson and her husband, Michael of Greensboro, NC; her eleven grandchildren, Jennifer Dermody, Ellen McCully, Sarah Williamson, Melisa Fazio, Michael Fazio, Erica Henriques, Amanda Henriques, Kelly Henriques, David Jackman, Sherilyn Jackman and Jenna Harrelson; her three great grandchildren, Courtney Dermody, Jack Dermody, and Harry Dermody; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her granddaughter, Allison Kupke.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, November 20, 2008, at 11:30 am. at St. Joseph Church, Bristol. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bristol. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the High Watch Farm, PO Box 607, Kent, CT 06757. The O’Brien Funeral Home in Forestville is in charge of arrangements.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
COUTURE, Dolly F.
ARTIBANI, Carley L.
GENGENBACH, Mollie (Biscoe)
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
ADAMS, Virginia C. (Tryon)
Virginia C. (Tryon) Adams, 87, of Bristol, died Wednesday, November 18, 2008 at The Pines at Bristol. Virginia was born in Middleburgh, NY on August 30, 1921. She resided in Schenectady, NY for several years before moving to Bristol 21 years ago. Virginia is survived by a son, Dyke H. Adams and his fiancée Betty Bryda of Bristol. A graveside services will be held on Friday, November 21, 2008, 1 P.M. at the Evergreen Memorial Cemetery, Colonie, NY. There are no calling hours. Funk Funeral Home 35 Bellevue Ave., Bristol is in care of the arrangements. On-line guestbook and condolences available at www.funkfuneralhome.com |
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
BERG, William "Billy" III
Mr. Berg was born August 2, 1947 in Hartford, CT. He was the son of the late William J. Berg Jr. and Mary (O’Hazo) Berg. In 1965 Bill went to Vaughn Barber School in Hartford, CT. After graduating he pursued a career in barbering obtaining a Master Barber License.
He was a Vietnam era veteran from 1969 to 1971. He was trained as a helicopter repairman. After he returned from active duty he returned to barbering until 1975. He then worked for General Motors for several years spending most of his weekends on Martha’s Vineyard. In 1979 he became a permanent resident of Martha’s Vineyard. Billy worked for the County of Dukes County at the Martha’s Vineyard Airport where he was in charge of the fueling operations for 17 years. He was a jack-of-all-trades. If he couldn’t fix it, you might as well throw it away. He loved his family and friends and was always a prankster and loved a good laugh.
His constant companion in his pickup truck was his Golden Retriever, Lucy. You never knew who was driving the pickup. His hobbies included target shooting, puttering around the house and walks with his golden. He was a huge fan of NHRA Racing.
Bill is survived by sister and guardian angel, Donna Berg of Bristol, his best friend, Stan Kucharski of Bristol, his brother, Michael Berg of Sandusky, OH, his goddaughter and niece, Deanna Johnson of Dunedin, FL, his niece, Heather Hine of Coursegold, CA; his great nephews and great niece, Zack Little of Bristol, Sasha Little of Dunedin, FL and Alex Rogers of Coarsegold, CA. and several cousins.
A memorial Mass will be held Saturday 11:00a.m. (Nov. 22, 2008) at the Immaculate Conception Church, Terryville. Military honors will follow at the church. Scott Funeral Home 169 Main St., Terryville is in charge of arrangements.
PLANTAMURO, Todd
He was born July 19, 1957 in Bristol, son of Carole Plantamuro of Bristol and the late William Plantamuro, Sr. A longtime Bristol resident before moving to Norwich, he was a supervisor at Foxwoods Resort Casino for the past 15 years. He was also the owner of the former Adam’s Apple Gift Shop in Manchester/Vernon for 20 years. Todd was an avid golfer and loved to play video games.
Besides his mother, Carole, he is survived by his two sons, Corey Plantamuro of Bristol and Shawn Plantamuro of East Hartford; his former wife, Deborah Plantamuro of Canterbury; his four brothers, William Plantamuro, Jr., of Bristol, John Plantamuro of Bristol, Robert Plantamuro and his wife, Terry of Bristol, and Richard Plantamuro and his wife, Kelly of Bristol; his sister, Tracey Plante and her husband, Real of Bristol; several nieces and nephews; and his very dear friends, William and Kim Pellicane and their family of East Hartford.
Funeral services will be held Friday, November 21, 2008, at 10:00 am. at the O’Brien Funeral Home, 24 Lincoln Ave., Forestville. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bristol. Calling hours will be held at the funeral home on Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 pm.
GRANGER, George M.
George was born in Bristol on March 27, 1940 a son of the late Nelson M. and Dorothy (Ouellette) Granger Sr.
He was raised in Farmington, attended local schools and graduated from Goodwin Technical School. Mr. Granger was a US Army veteran serving in Okinawa during the early days of the Vietnam War. He was a resident of Forestville for over 40 years and was an entrepreneur who owned the Granger Group Inc., doing construction and acquiring multi-unit residential properties. George enjoyed traveling across the US and the globe, having visited China, Thailand, Okinawa, Singapore and Italy to name a few. He enjoyed the casino life in Las Vegas and Foxwoods, where he could always be found at the crap tables. He was an avid cribbage and set-back player. Anyone who ever heard the name “George Granger”, knew he loved his work, but his true passion, above all else was spending time with his friends and family in his homes in Forestville and his riverfront home in East Haddam, CT.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his former spouse and their sons, Keith Granger and his wife Beth of Plainville, David Granger and his companion Melissa of New Britain, Michael Granger, and Jeffrey Granger and his companion Carol of New Britain.
His beloved grandchildren, Beckii Plocher and her husband Jacob, George-Michael “Mikey”, Brian, Devven, Alexxis, Kristen and Keith; a daughter-in-law Colleen Granger and step-children, Billy, Denise, Tammy and Nikki Villani and their children, Michael, Shaylene and Garett. He will be missed by his brother, Nelson M. Granger and sister-in-law Jeannette Granger and several nieces and nephews. He also leaves his special friends, Doody, Bob, Bruce, Matt, Art and Steve.
Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 from 4 to 8 P.M.. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 9 A.M. from O’Brien Funeral Home, 24 Lincoln Ave, Forestville to St. Matthew Church for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 A.M. Burial with military honors will follow at Forestville Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in George’s memory may be made to: Hospital of Central CT, Development Office, 100 Grand St., New Britain, CT 06050, please note on the check that the donation is for the Oncology Dept in Mr. Granger’s memory.
WARKOSKI, Joseph B.
Monday, November 17, 2008
METAYER, Fred N.
CULVER, Gordon James
Sunday, November 16, 2008
MARKS, William R.
William R. Marks, 68, retired West Hartford Firefighter, loving husband of 48 cherished years to Joan (O’Neil) Marks, passed away on November 4, 2008 at his home in Burlington surrounded by his family. He was the father of Linda (and Wayne) Preira, Deborah (and Daniel) Freeman, and Raymond (and Kim) Marks. Grandfather to eight grandchildren and great grandfather to one great grandson. Services will be at the convenience of the family at St. Patrick Church in Collinsville.
HINCKLEY, Donald W. "Mick"
Donald W. “Mick” Hinckley, age 83, of Rio Rancho, N.M., went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008.
Mick was born in Fiskdale, Mass., Aug. 29, 1925, to Lucy and Ronald Hinckley. He worked as a laborer/polisher until he served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. After the war, he worked as a lumberjack in the Northwest. He later settled in New Britain, where he met and married Gladys Hauser, who preceded him in death in 2002. He retired as a foreman from the New Britain Department of Parks and Recreation after more than 20 years of service. They moved to Rio Rancho in 1989 to be close to family. Mick enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid fisherman all of his life. He had been an assistant scoutmaster for several years. Mick was known for his great sense of humor and quick wit. He was of Nipmuck Native American decent. His tribal name was “War Dancer,” and he fought for his life until the very end.
He is survived by a sister, Alma Demick of Southbridge, Mass.; his three children, Donald Hinckley Jr. of Alb, Ron (Hinckley) Hassan and wife Barbara of Vallejo, Calif., and Shirley Collins and husband Larry of Rio Rancho; and several cousins, nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held Monday, Nov. 17, at 10 a.m. at Mesa Baptist Church, 1411 Golf Course Road SE, Rio Rancho, where he had been a devout member. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Friends may visit French Mortuary Westside Chapel Sunday from 4 until 7 p.m.
MALINO, Angelina (Barrea) Ammerman
Angelina (Barrea) Ammerman Malino, 91, of Bristol, beloved wife and grandmother, died Friday, Nov. 14, 2008, at Subacute Center of Bristol. She was the widow of Gustave Ammerman and Charles Malino.
Mrs. Malino was born in Bristol on June 22, 1917, and was a daughter of the late Domenic and Madeline Barrea. She was a lifelong resident of Bristol, where she retired from Superior Electric. She was a member of St. Anthony Church, Bristol, where she was a member of the Rosary Society.
Mrs. Malino is survived by two daughters-in-law, Elaine Ammerman of Bristol and Diane Ammerman of Westbrook; seven grandchildren, Tracy Nelson, Cheryl and Scott Ammerman, all of Bristol, William Ammerman of Suffield, Donald Ammerman of Claremont, N.H., Mark Ammerman of Winsted and Lisa DellaVolte of Wolcott; seven great-grandchildren, Derek and Katie Ravita, Brooke, Lilly, Mark, Amanda and Ryan Ammerman; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sons, William and Donald Ammerman.
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008, at 10 a.m. at St. Anthony Church, Bristol. Burial will follow in St. Thomas Cemetery, Bristol. Relatives and friends may call at Funk Funeral Home, 35 Bellevue Ave., Bristol, on Tuesday between 8:30 and 9:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 279 New Britain Road, Suite 5, Kensington, CT 06037. On-Line guestbook available at funkfuneralhome.com.
REEVES, William H. "Weze" III
William H. “Weze” Reeves III, 57, of Pompano Beach, Fla., died Oct. 16, 2008, in Deerfield Beach, Fla.
He was born March 1, 1951, in Bristol, and was a son of Mary “Helen” (Kaicher) Reeves of Plainville and the late William “Red” H. Reeves Jr. He was a chef for many years. He was a “Harley” dude!
Besides his mother, he leaves a daughter, Crystal Adams of Melbourne, Fla.; a brother, Michael E. Reeves of Plainville; a sister and brother-in-law, Frances and Thomas Schinkel of Bristol; a granddaughter, Melissa Adams of Melbourne, Fla., and two nephews.
A memorial service will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at DuPont Funeral Home, 25 Bellevue Ave., Bristol. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bristol. A gathering of family and friends will be held one hour before the service. The Reeves family invites you to send a condolence message in Mr. Reeves’ guestbook at dupontfuneralhome.com
Saturday, November 15, 2008
BARTKOWKSI, Mary (DelMonte)
DESMARAIS, Irma (Krampitz)
Thursday, November 13, 2008
SCALISE, Kathleen (Talbot)
Besides her husband, Jim, she leaves two sons, James Scalise, Jr. of New Britain and Jonathan Scalise and his wife Janet of Southington; a daughter, Cara Carlson and her husband Erik of New Britain; her mother, Nellie (Krupinski) Talbot of New Britain; two sisters, Karen Cook and her husband James of Wallingford; and Patricia Talbot and her husband Dale Brunetto of New Britain; the lights of her life, her six precious granddaughters, Isabella, Lily, Sofia and Olivia Scalise and Aniela and Nataly Carlson; a brother-in-law, Sam Scalise of New Britain; and several nieces and nephews. Kathy was predeceased by her father, George Talbot.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at Carlson Funeral Home, 45 Franklin Square, New Britain, followed by a Mass of Christian burial 10:30 a.m. at St. Maurice Church, Wightman Road, New Britain. Entombment will be in St. Mary Cemetery Mausoleum. Calling hours will be held Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Carlson Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Mill Foundation for Kids, 224 Old Cider Mill Road, Southington, CT 06489 or on the Mill Foundation Web site at millfoundation.org. Please share a memory or note of sympathy at carlsonfuneralhome.com.
GIULIETTI, Alpio
He is survived by his two children, Mark Giulietti of New Britain and his daughter Gail Maglio and her husband Greg Maglio of Kensington; his two grandchildren, Katherine Porter and Daniel Maglio; his brother, John Giulietti of New Britain; and nephews.
There are no calling hours. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008, at noon at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 147 W. Main St., New Britain. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Central Connecticut, 205 W. Main St., New Britain, CT 06051. Carlson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements
CUMMINGS, Thomas John Sr.
Husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, coach and truly a great friend to so many. Thomas John Cummings Sr., 78, passed away Nov. 7, 2008, after a long illness.
He was born in New Haven on Jan. 8, 1930, to Charles and Lorraine Cummings. Poppy devoted his time and energy to friends and family in Deep River. He loved his on-the-field presence in an unaccountable number of baseball games. To this day, all of Tom Jr.’s friends reminisce memories of endless nights of sports on the field in Deep River. His brother will also never forget all the golf tournaments, card games and good times. Tom will be fondly remembered for the time and energy he invested in the children of his community and time spent volunteering in the Babe Ruth Little League.
Poppy was predeceased by his loving wife, Barabara Noyack “Bobie” Cummings; his brothers, Raymond, Charles, George, Joseph, William; and sister, Margaret. He is survived by his brothers, Jack and Robert; sister, Lorrainne; and many nieces and nephews. He is survived by his son, Thomas J. Cummings Jr. and wife Lisa Ida Cummings of Guilford; and daughter Jennifer Cummings Nastri and husband Neil F. Nastri of Deep River. He is also survived by grandchildren Sarah Nastri BournĂ© and husband John L. BournĂ©, Matthew Nastri and James Nastri and his beloved Ian Gulliver Cummings. Also among his loved ones are beloved great-grandsons Malachi and Josiah BournĂ© and Deven Nastri. Tom also leaves a very special friend, Maria DerBlom and her family, especially her grandchildren, Andrew and Matthew. Tom and Maria spent many happy times hiking together and touring Germany.
Tom earned his business degree at New Haven College. He worked as a purchasing agent at A.C. Gilbert and then at Cramer Controls. He lived in New Haven, East Haven and in Deep River, where he raised his family. Tom retired to Madison a few years ago.
Family and friends may visit the Swan Funeral Home, 825 Boston Post Road, Madison, on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. A memorial service will be held at the funeral home at 11:30 a.m. followed by burial in Fountain Hill Cemetery in Deep River.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Connecticut Hospice 100 Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405 or to Guilford Little League, 233 Church St, Guilford, CT 06437 or a donation to the charity of one’s choice.
MacDONALD, Wayne Philip
Wayne graduated from Bristol Eastern High School and A.I. Prince Tech. He was a life long carpenter with a passion for building with pride. He was a huge sports fan who loved traveling the country with his family to many sporting events. He was a passionate Red Sox, Celtics and Colts fan. Known as Herbie to most, he was a friend to all and a father to many. He always made sure that no one ever went without a meal, a drink, a gift, a place to sleep or most importantly a smile. Wayne is survived by his life partner Debra Jones, his three sons Ryan, Bret and Todd, his favorite daughter Shannon, her husband Tony and the mother of his children Cindy MacDonald. Wayne leaves the joy of his life his granddaughter Addison Leigh. He also leaves four brothers, Gary, Jeffrey, William, Scott and their families. Sisters Dale Perry, Lisa D’Amato and their families in addition to several nieces, nephews and cousins. Words cannot describe how much he is missed already. Calling hours will be from 5 to 8 PM on Monday, November 10th at O’Brien Funeral Home, 24 Lincoln Ave., Forestville. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday November 11th at 11AM at the funeral home with a procession to St. Joseph’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the family c/o Ryan MacDonald 52 Milton Rd. Bristol, CT 06010.
THERIAULT, Jeffrey J.
Jeffrey J. Theriault, 44, of Bristol, husband of Shawn (McIsaac) Theriault, died on Sunday (November 9, 2008) at home. Jeff was born in Fort Kent, ME on February 23, 1964 and was a son of Alvee and Claudette (Ouellette) Theriault of Bristol. He was a longtime Bristol resident where he graduated from Bristol Eastern High School. He was an automotive technician for 21 years and had worked at Wasley Buick-Olds and Crowley. An avid motorcyclist, he enjoyed riding his Harley, and he also enjoyed the outdoors and camping. In addition to his wife and parents, Jeff is survived by a brother, Steve Theriault of Rosemead, CA; a sister, Linda Bader of Bristol; two nephews, his godson Matthew Bader, and Brian Theriault; three nieces, Nicole, Amber, and Kacy Theriault; his father in law, and mother in law, Donald and Lenore McIsaac of Waterbury; his sister in law and brother in law, Paula and Robert Romanelli of Watertown; several aunts, uncles, and many cousins, and his dogs, Zoe, Danny Boy, Roxy, and Buster. Funeral services will be held on Friday (November 14, 2008) at 10 AM from Funk Funeral Home, 35 Bellevue Ave., Bristol, to St. Gregory Church, Bristol, for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bristol. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday between 4 and 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Livestrong Foundation, PO Box 161150, Austin, TX, 78716-1150, or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN, 38105. On-Line guestbook available atwww.funkfuneralhome.com