She was a hairdresser for many years and later became a child daycare provider.
A former Girl Scout leader and CNA, she volunteered countless hours at Meriden’s Salvation Army Soup Kitchen for many years.
He is credited with authoring or coauthoring over 100 scientific papers and text chapters in scientific publications.
Despite her full-time employment, Gina was relentless in her pursuit of her one true passion, the love, care, and training of dogs.
She worked as an LPN at the former Jewish Home for the Elderly in Fairfield for many years & loved spending time with & entertaining friends
A son, brother, friend, and father, Tommy has touched the lives of so many.
Rick, a lifelong plumber in Meriden, spent many hours working with both the Meriden Youth Wrestling Club and the Silver City Boxing Club.
Barbara had a very successful career in real estate working as an agent for the Lynwood Agency for many years and then The Home Store.
Starr loved to travel, the beach, hosting events for her family and friends and walking her beloved dog, Blossom at Hubbard Park.
She was a lifelong parishioner of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, where she spent many hours volunteering and serving lunch at the school.
Daniel served in the U.S. Army from 1959 until 1965. He had been employed by Guida’s Dairy for many years until his retirement.
Edna had a way of making anyone she encountered feel special.
She graduated St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing in 1952, and worked as a Registered Nurse for Colony Medical Group until retirement.
Her passion for the arts and activism has touched so many parts of the world and her energy will be deeply missed.
Angela, who was proud of her upbringing and heritage, was passionate about her family and passing on traditional Italian values.
An amazing carpenter, who worked for the Sterling Village Association, he had the biggest heart, was fun-loving with a great sense of humor.
“She was a beautiful soul who spread joy and happiness wherever she went.”
Carol, who dedicated her life to being a wonderful mother and wife, was the happiest when gathering with family and friends.
She was a graduate of St. Raphael’s Nursing School and had been employed as a Licensed Practicing Nurse.
As an auto mechanic, he worked at several garages and dealerships throughout his career.
Patricia worked as a paraprofessional in the Meriden Schools for many years, and was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church.
A longtime French teacher in Branford, she also worked as a paraprofessional for the Wallingford Board of Education until her retirement.
Chris, a lifelong Meriden resident, worked for the Wallingford Housing Authority. He loved life and was happiest being outdoors.
She worked for Midstate Medical Center as a nurse for 35 years. Her love for human life was immeasurable, and she will be greatly missed.
He was a proud veteran of the United States Army and had been employed as an electrician at Meriden Rolling Mills until his retirement.
She enjoyed her 30-year career at Cigna and left as their Director of the Medicare Fraud Unit in Bloomfield.
Michael had a lengthy career in computer technology and most recently retired as an IT Program Manager.
He was employed as a painter for many years and loved fishing.
A longtime teacher and coach, his dedication to kids, in all capacities, was truly remarkable & he touched many lives throughout the years.
Curtis worked at Cytec Industries for many years until his retirement.
He had been employed in automotive sales for many years.
Tom played for seven seasons in the NFL with the Lions, Bills & Broncos. He retired from the State of CT Dept. of Corrections after 20 years
“Jennifer was a bubbly ray of sunshine who brought joy and willingly opened her caring heart to everyone that knew and loved her.”
Vinny, who worked in the metal fabrication industry, was known as the consummate joker and always had a funny story to tell.
He was a talented man of all trades- electrician, carpenter, mechanic, rugged outdoorsman, and adventurous.
She worked in the billing department at Mitchel Brothers before eventually spending many years in the bakery at Pathmark before retirement.
Family always came first in her life, and she carried on many Polish family traditions, particularly for the Christmas holiday.
She worked as the secretary for many years at St. Stanislaus School in Meriden, and was later employed by the ARC of Southington and Big Y.
Luis worked as a production manager for over 20 years and was a proud member of the Gentlemen's Aroma Cigar Lounge.
She was an avid animal lover, who spent a lot of time at the Meriden Humane Society caring for animals in need.