Obituary: Gary R. Pronechen, 56, of Stratford

Information via Adzima Funeral Home

Gary Richard Pronechen, 56, of Stratford, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2019 in Bridgeport Hospital. Born in Bridgeport to the late Michael and Theresa (Kusha) Pronechen, Gary first graduated St. Michael’s School, then, Stratford High.

Gary lived and worked most of his life in Stratford. He was an engine rebuilder, one of which held an IHRA national record. In 1993 a two-vehicle accident, where he was not at fault, left him without the use of his legs and hands at age 30. He loved football Sundays with his friends and cruising the shopping malls in his wheelchair.

Gary leaves behind his brothers, Michael, Richard, Wayne, his sister, Dawn, cousins, Judith Cosentino, Barbara Morgan and several other cousins and friends all who love him dearly. Despite being a quadriplegic for nearly half his life, Gary never complained about his fate....

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