Obituary: Andrea (Bunel) Folland, 52, of Torrington

Obituary courtesy of Phalen Funeral Home

Andrea “Brownie“ Folland passed away peacefully in her sleep Tuesday, December 22, 2020.
Born Andrea Lou Bunel on March 16, 1958 to Jules “Tiny“ and Isabel Bunel of Winsted. She was the baby, and the only girl, with four older brothers, Joe, Jules, Don, and Pink. She was the loyal wife of Bill Folland for over 42 years. She is survived by her children, Amy Lynn and family of New Haven and Hunter William of Torrington and her grandchildren Caleb, Dylan, and Haylee.

Brothers Charles “Pink” and wife Gina Bunel and boys, and Jules and wife Lois Bunel and boys, Father-in-law Bill Folland, sisters-in-law Brenda and Kimberle and their families, and brothers-in-law Sam and Shawn and their families. She also leaves behind several nieces and nephews as well as many lifelong friends whom she loved dearly. She was predeceased by her father Tiny, and mother Isabel, and also her brothers Joe and Don.

She was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and best friend. Andrea loved people, life, sandy beaches, long drives on country roads and motorcycles.

She was happiest in life helping others. Whether helping them get to school as a bus driver, or helping them learn after they arrived, as a paraprofessional.

She would offer encouraging and comforting words while sewing on a special patch or repairing a beloved leather garment during the many years we spent traveling the biker circuit!! She will be missed dearly.

Arrangements to be made at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers please consider planting a tree, or donating to an animal shelter of your choosing.