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Obituary: Florence “Flip” Fortune, 94, of Branford
A Branford elementary school teacher, St. Mary Church parishioner and CCD teacher, she'll be remembered for her smile & love of children.
Florence “Flip” Fortune of Branford died peacefully in her home on Thursday May 19, 2022. She was the wife of the late William E. Fortune.Flip was born in New York City September 26, 1927, a daughter of the late Harry and Elsie Hirschfield Hughes.
She was an elementary school teacher in Branford, an active parishioner at St. Mary Church in Branford, and a CCD Teacher for more than 35 years. She was an active volunteer who brought joy to the community. Flip had a wonderful sense of humor who will be remembered for her bright smile and her love of children.
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Flip is survived by her children, William Fortune, Robert Fortune and Nancy Leta, all of Branford, her sister Barbara Craig of Holden, MA, seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her children, Thomas and Jane Fortune.
Her funeral was held at the W. S. Clancy Memorial Funeral Home, 244 North Main Street, Branford, Monday.
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