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Obituary: Brent E. Beisaw, 66; Formerly Of North Branford

Brent, who served in the U.S. Navy and was awarded numerous medals, had worked for Sikorsky Aircraft for more than 40 years.

Information and photo via North Haven Funeral Home

Brent E. Beisaw, 66, of Meriden, passed away on Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at his home. He was the beloved husband of 15 years to Linda Edelberg Beisaw. Brent was born in Farmington, Maine on February 11, 1952 and was the son of Joan Waugh Beisaw and the late Herbert Beisaw. He was a graduate of North Branford High School.

Brent served his country faithfully in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Coral Sea and was awarded the Meritorious Unit Commendation, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Medal and Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal during the Mayaguez Incident. He had worked for Sikorsky Aircraft for over 40 years until recently retiring as a Lead Man.

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Brent was an avid book reader and enjoyed crossword puzzles, traveling. Brent is the Father of April Candelaria (Jeff) and Brandy Huber. Grandfather of Silas Candelaria. Brother of Shelly Lenox (John), Donald Beisaw, Brenda Bassett and the late Ronald Beisaw. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Brent was dearly loved by his family and friends and will be greatly missed.

For more information and to leave online condolences, visit North Haven Funeral Home here.

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