B4 MONDAY, AUGUST 29, 2016 THE HARTFORD COURANT OBITUARIES D'AMICO, John Eric MACLEAN, William A. COY, Sue E. (Wimmers; MCKENNA, Laura Beth (Brown) SAVOIR, Eugene Clifford John Eric D'Amico, born July 18, 1988, passed from this world on August 26, 2016. He is survived by his mother, Susan Heise of Amston CT, his father, John D'Amico of Atlanta GA, his stepmother, Pamela D'Amico, his sister, Katie D'Amico, his brother, Ryan D'Amico, his stepsisters, Sarah and Caroline Jackson and many supportive and loving friends and relatives. Eric loved to write and camp and had a special affinity for music, the Red Sox and the Patriots.
He was a graduate of Manchester Community College and worked with developmentally disabled children before his death. Calling hours will be at Mul-ryan Funeral Home, 725 Hebron Glastonbury, CT on Tuesday, August 30 from 6 pm to 8 pm and a celebration of his life will be held at Gilead Congregational Church in Hebron, CT on Wednesday, August 31st at 11 am. For online condolences please visit www. mulryanfh.com Laura Beth McKenna passed away unexpectedly from natural causes surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016 at the age of 53.
She leaves to mourn her passing but cherish her memory the family to which she was ever devoted; her loving husband of 29 years, Kenneth McKenna, her cherished children, Kenneth, III of Naugatuck and Erin of Colchester; her mother, Dolores (De-John) Brown of Palmyra, VA (she was predeceased by her father, James Brown); James Brown, Jr. (and his wife, Phyllis) of Coram, LI, NY and Michael Brown of Palmyra, VA; and numerous extended family, and friends. Laura worked as a dental assistant, nail technician and most recently as a licensed massage therapist. Laura's greatest joy was taking care of her husband and children. She also enjoyed cooking, baking, and knitting.
She was a true friend to all who knew her. Her infectious smile and personality will be truly missed. The family would like to offer special thanks to the Cardiac ICU staff at Hartford Hospital for their kindness and care, and to the Colchester Hayward Fire Department for their continued support. Also special thanks to Judi Didato, Debbie Marvin, Terry Kowalski and Dave Martin in their tireless efforts in assisting the family over the past few days. Visitation will be held 4 7 PM Wednesday (Aug.
31st) at the Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home, 167 Old Hartford Road, Colchester. The Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated 10 AM Thursday (Sept. 1st) directly at St. Andrew Church, 128 Norwich Colchester followed by burial in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Colchester-Hayward VFD, 18-54 Old Hartford Road, Colchester 06415.
www.auroramccarthyfuneralhome.com Eugene Clifford Savoir 90 of East Hartford died on Monday, August 22, 2016. He was born in New York and has lived in East Hartford for most of his life; he was the son of the late Albert and Mary Savoir and was predeceased by his wife, Claudette Savoir. He was a loving father and grandfather and will be dearly missed by his family. He proudly served in the US Army during WWII and worked for many years in the Trucking Industry. He is survived by his daughter Deborah Ann An-good of PA and grandsons, Jeramiah I Magoon and Donja of PA; Dominick J.
Magoon and Shelby of PA He is also survived by his brother, Kenny Savoir of MA and a sister. Adalah Savoir of MA. He leaves a grandson, Robert Savoir and his children, Kayla, Robert and Morgan; granddaughters Monica Savoir and Susan Savoir and several other, great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Memorial service with military honors will begin on Thursday, September 1, 2016 at 1:30 PM at Benjamin J. Callahan Funeral Home, 318 Burnside Ave.
East Hartford. Burial will be private. To share a memory with the family please go to www.callahanfuneral.com Sue Ellen (Wimmers) Coy of Middletown, CT, affectionately known as "Baby passed away unexpectedly on August 12, 2016 at the age of 64 while on vacation in Florida. Sue was born in Dayton, Ohio on April 10, 1952 to Henry 0. and Mary Ann Wimmers and was a 1970 graduate of Carroll High School in Dayton.
She is survived by her two children, Dr. Jeffrey Michael Coy of PA and Jennifer Michelle Savini of Middletown, CT; John Coy of FL, the father of her two children; two sisters, Cindy Brooks (Dan) of MA and Patricia Wimmers of MA; a brother, Dr. Larry Wimmers (Sylvia) of MD; three grandchildren, Chaney, Price, and Devlin. Sue was a long time employee of Prudential Health Care in Jacksonville, FL and Aetna in Hartford, CT. She was an avid reader, a hobby she shared with her granddaughter.
In her spare time she enjoyed riding Icelandic horses, kayaking, and volunteering at her grandchildren's schools. She will be deeply missed by her friends, family, and all who knew her. Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association via Sue's Memorial page: To make a donation online, visit: http:honor.american-heart.org To send a donation: Make all checks payable to: American HeartAmerican Stroke Association Mail to: Jennifer Savini 16 Dorothy Drive Middletown, CT 06457-5311 William A. MacLean, 73, of Middletown, beloved husband of Lynne (Barcome) MacLean, died Friday August 26, 2016 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 16, 1942, Athol, MA, the son of the late William H.
and Phyllis (Powell) MacLean. Bill was previously employed with Pratt Whitney Aircraft, Colt Firearms and retired as a manufacturing engineer from Hartford Compressors. He was an avid NASCAR and Patriots fan. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, William W. MacLean and his wife Lori of Southington; two daughters, Lori Linares and her husband Ronald of Middletown, Kristen Nor-mandin and her husband Matthew of Middletown; six grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Kyle MacLean, Marc and Lauren Linares, Lily and Logan Normandin; and his two dogs, Finley and Zoe.
His family was his world. Funeral service will be held Wednesday (Aug. 31st) at 11 a.m. at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver Middletown. Burial will be in Middlefield Cemetery, Mid-dlefield Friends may call at Biega Funeral Home, on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m.
Those who wish may send memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society, 825 Brook 1-91 Tech Rocky Hill, CT 06067, or the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), 424 E. 92nd New York, NY 10128-6804. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www. biegafuneral home, com. ZARRILLI, Donato HARRISON, Clarence J.
'Doc' SOLTZ, Frances Frances C. Soltz, 96 of West Hartford, died peacefully Saturday August PESTRILLO, Salvatore M. 'Sam' Salvatore M. Clarence J. "Doc" Harrison, 98, husband of the late Arlene (Hamilton) Harrison, of Wethersfield, passed away peacefully August 28, 2016 in Jefferson House of Newington.
He was born in Dighton, MA on February 24, 1918. Upon graduation from high school, Doc enlisted in the US Navy and served during WWII. Prior to his retirement, he was the Manager of Hatry's Electronics. Doc was a bass fiddle player and the Band Leader at Schwab's of Windsor and was a great dancer. He loved a good hot dog or hamburger and a Dunkin Donuts Coffee.
Doc was also an avid follower of the Red Sox, UConn Women's Basketball and Tom Brady. He leaves a son, Paul Harrison of Hartford, Carol Harrison and her spouse Patty Eldridge of Hartford, Joyce Harrison and her husband Paul Swanke of West Hartford and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Besides his wife, he was predeceased by three sons, Philip, Kenneth and Donald and a grandson, Ken Harrison, Jr. The Farley-Sullivan Funeral Home has care of the arrangements. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time.
A funeral notice with full details will be published in the Tuesday edition of the Courant and will be available at Donato Zarrilli, 77, of Hartford, loving husband for over 48 years of Elvira (Minichino) Zarrilli, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Saturday, August 27, 2016 surrounded by his caring family at Hartford Hospital. Donato was born on June 8, 1939 in Ca-litri, Province of Avellino, Italy and was the son of the late Giovanni and Rosa (Zarrilli) Zarrilli. Donato moved to Hartford in 1956 and became a Master Barber working for more than 50 years in downtown Hartford. He began his career on Constitution Plaza, then moving to Market Street and finally owning and operating Donato Men's Hairstyling in the Richardson Mall on 940 Main Street. Donato was a member of the Pratolana Society of Hartford and an active member of the Canicattinese Society in Hartford's South End.
Donato was a true fan of Italian soccer. A devout Catholic, he was a communicant of St. Luke's Church of Hartford. Donato could always be found outdoors enjoying the day or tending to his garden. He also enjoyed playing cards and trips to the casino.
Most of all, Donato was a devoted family man, a loving husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed his family surrounding the dinner table on Sundays and Holidays sharing a delicious meal and spending time together. In addition to his beloved Elvira, Donato leaves behind his two devoted sons; Gianni Zarrilli and his wife Rachel of South Glastonbury, and Enzo A. Zarrilli of Hartford; his two adored grandchildren, Julia Zarrilli and Gianni Zarrilli, Jr. of South Glastonbury. In addition he leaves behind his brothers, Vito Zarrilli and his wife Rose, of Rocky Hill, Benny Zarrilli and his wife Lucy of Wethersfield; and his sister; Miche-lina Rizza of Hartford; three brothers-in-law; Antonio Minichino of Wethersfield, Gerardo Minichino of Hartford, and Salvatore Minichino of Italy; a sister-in- law, Maria Bozza of Venezuela; many nieces, nephews, former customers and dear friends.
Funeral services will begin on Tuesday (August 30th) at 9:15 a.m. from the D'Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Boulevard, Wethersfield followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at St. Luke's Church, 66 Bolton Road, Hartford. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Memorial Park, (Section 23-A), 580 Elm Street, Rocky Hill.
Donato's family will receive relatives and friends TODAY from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral chapel. Memorial donations in Donato's name may be made to a favorite charity of the donor's choice. Donato's family would like to extend their sincere gratitude and appreciation to the entire staff at the Jefferson Street Hartford Dialysis Unit for their professionalism, love, care, and compassion given to Donato and his entire family. For online expressions of sympathy to the family, please visit www.desopo.
com. "Sam" Pestrillo, 82, of Windsor, died on Aug. 4, 27, 2016 with family and friends by her side. She was the beloved wife for 44 years, of the late Merrill R. Soltz.
Born in Hartford, she was the daughter of Nathan and Ida (Klein) Cohen. She graduated with honors from Weaver High School, Class of 1938. She worked at Newberry's Dept. Store during High School and then after graduation worked for Arrow Hart Hagelman manufacturing both in Hartford. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother and aunt.
After starting a family, Frances became a full time homemaker. She was a long time member of Congregation Agudas Achim in West Hartford. She is survived by two sons: Marshall Soltz of Washington, D.C., and Ronald A. Soltz of West Hartford, brother Howard Cohen and his wife Leah of Potomac, Maryland, and four nieces and many dear friends. Some of her longtime friends were from childhood and high school years.
A funeral will be Tuesday August 30, at 1 1 at the Agudas Achim Synagogue, 1244 North Main West Hartford with Rabbi Chagi Rubin officiating. Interment will follow at the Agudas Achim cemetery, Cleveland extension, off of Tower in Hartford. Following interment the family will receive friends back at the Agudas Achim synagogue for a meal of condolence. The family will observe Shiva at Frances' home. Donations in her memory may be made to the Congregation Agudas Achim.
The family expresses a heartfelt appreciation to the doctors, nurses, staff and their assistants involved in the care of Frances and especially to her personal caregiver Beatrice Ntiriwaa and special friend Urszula Bandula. May the memory of Frances always be a source of strength and a blessing. Funeral arrangements provided by Hebrew Funeral Association, West Hartford. FLYNN, Milton J. Milton J.
Flynn, 92 of Unionville, passed away on August 26, 2016 and is reunited with his beloved wife, Pat and his son, Robert. He was born in Hartford and resided his entire life in Unionville. He worked for Allstate Insurance Company but was self-employed for most of his career after establishing Insurance Claim Service Company in 1969 where he worked until his retirement. He served in the Army in World War II and also attended Clemson College. Throughout his life he was active in music with an affinity to Tommy Dorsey and big band swing, and was considered a virtuoso trombonist.
In the mid 1960's, he started the Milt Flynn Orchestra, which became popular in the local area and played at several venues across Connecticut for many years. In the early 1970's they were one of the first performers at Winding Trails. Milton was also an avid New York Yankees and New York Giants fan. He will be forever cherished and missed by his three surviving children, George Flynn of Kent, David Flynn of Plainville and Judith Flynn of Unionville. He was a loving grandfather and will be sorely missed by Patrick Flynn and his wife, Elizabeth of Minneapolis, MN, Lisa Ricker and her husband, Ray of Plainville, CT and Steven Popp of West Hartford, CT.
Funeral services will be private. The Ahern Funeral Home, 111 Main Street, Unionville, CT has charge of the arrangements. To send online condolences to the family, please visit 2016. He was born in New Britain on Aug. 2, 1934, the beloved son of the late Michael and Rose (Rosatti) Pestritto.
Sam joined the Navy while still in High School, he loved the Navy especially the traveling. After 4 years he returned to New Britain, working at odd jobs but he surprised us when he joined the service again. Much later he worked at Ollie's steak house, later he worked at Dino's Restaurant in West Hartford. He became a great bartender. His last job was at the VFW in Windsor.
Windsor became his permanent home. He left many great friends. He was a wonderful man who loved people. He leaves to morn him in sister Lucille Naples of Southington, his nephews John M. Naples of New Britain, 2 nieces Sue Hay-ward and Lisa Naples of Plantsville, he also leaves his special friend Mitch Holt who was like a brother to him.
In addition he leaves a daughter Andrea DeSalvo, a granddaughter Debbie and many wonderful cousins. He was predeceased by his grandparents and 5 aunts and 5 cousins whom he loved dearly. Via Con Dios my brother. Till we meet again. Services and burial will be announced at a later date.
isit the obituary section on courant.com to share memories of loved ones. JUNEAU 8292008-8292016 Gone but not forgotten We're the power behind online newspaper obituaries. Rare memories of loved ones in the obituary section on Jionor a loved one in the obituary section on courant.com courant.com MCCUSKER, Stephen Kingsbery Stephen Kingsbery Mc-Cusker, 64, of Sims-bury, beloved husband of Jeanne M. (Reilly) McCusk-er, died Saturday, August 27, 2016 from injuries sustained in a cycling accident. He was born May 15, 1952 in New York, NY, son of Florence (Haar) McCusker of Sarasota, FL and the late Kingsbery McCusker.
He had lived in New Providence, NJ prior to moving to Sims-bury 24 years ago. Stephen was a graduate of Fordham University, Class of 1974, and the University of Wyoming at Laramie in 1975, having received his Masters Degree in Communications. Mr. McCusker was the H.R. Manager for Bozzuto's in Cheshire for many years.
Stephen enjoyed biking, hiking, traveling, reading and watching the N.Y Rangers. Besides his loving wife of 28 years and his mother, he is survived by his son, Stephen K. McCusker, Jr. and his wife Amanda of Sims-bury. He was predeceased by his brother, Clinton F.
McCusker. Friends may call at the Vincent Funeral Home, 880 Hopmeadow Street in Simsbury on Wednesday August 31st from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Services and burial will be private. Memorial donations may be made to The American Cancer Society, 825 Brook St, 1-95 Tech Center, Rocky Hill, CT 06067. Please visit Stephen's "Book of Memories" at www.vincentfuneral-home.com for online isit the obituary section on Visit www.courant.comobituaries to: View and Sign Guest Books for most online obituaries Upload and share memorable photographs Allow friends and family to share wonderful memories and express their sympathy Send flowers, gifts and charitable contributions courant.com to share memories of loved ones.
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