Rocky Hill Obituary: Daniel Gidzinski, 87

Daniel J. Gidzinski, 87 of Hartford, formerly of Cromwell, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2017.

Dan was born and raised in Hartford, where he was the youngest of seven children. He was a proud veteran, having served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. For anyone who was willing to listen, Dan had many good stories to tell about his time as an enlisted man.

He later worked as an electrician and ultimately retired from Peter Frasse Steel Co., serving as shop foreman where he ran a tight and safe "ship".

He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Jennie with whom he resided in Portland, Rocky Hill, then finally settled in Cromwell.

Dan was a faithful communicant of Saint John's Church and long-time member at the Cromwell Senior Center. He enjoyed trips to the casinos, shooting pool, sharing lunch and playing cards with his many friends.

In February of 2017, Dan made a new home in Hartford at The Retreat, an assisted living facility where he was endeared by everyone he met. As Dan loved nothing more than a good home-cooked meal and a family gathering, he never missed a Sunday gathering at his sister-in-law Connie's.

Dan was predeceased by his wife Jennie Gidzinski and his sister Jennie Guze, as well as his five brothers: Sigmund Garrey, Tony Gladstone, and Teddy, Edward, and Walter Gidzinski. He leaves many nieces, nephews, and friends. He will be missed by all who knew and loved this kind and gentle man.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 AM on Wednesday, October 25th, at St. John Church, 5 St John's Ct., Cromwell. Military honors will be held after the Mass. The burial will be at the convenience of the family.

Donations in Daniel's memory may be made to Cromwell Senior Center, Town Hall, Ground Floor, 41 West St., Cromwell, CT 06416.

Please visit www.dillonbaxter.com to share a memory with the family.