Agnes Gillespie ALEXANDER died Dec 29, 1900 Waterbuy, Connecticut

Joyce Gillespie BRIGGS, 87, passed away peacefully at home on May 6, 2023. She was born on April 13, 1936, to Leonard Glen Gillespie and Marguerite Runk Gillespie, in York, Pennsylvania. She attended York High School and graduated from Pembroke College (now Brown University) in 1958 with a Bachelor of Arts in biology. She met her husband-to-be, Robert Briggs, in the biology lab at Brown. Following graduation, she taught biology at Day Prospect Hill School in New Haven while her husband completed his medical training at Yale University.

The family moved to Litchfield in 1965 where she devoted her life to raising their growing family and to numerous nonprofit and volunteer activities. Early on, she became involved in the Women’s Forum, the Connecticut Junior Republic and the Litchfield PTO, and was in leadership roles in the local and state League of Women Voters. She served on the Litchfield Board of Education for twelve years, the last two years as Chair. She was an active member of the Litchfield Scholarship Committee until her passing. In 1989, she became focused on affordable housing through the recently-formed Litchfield Housing Trust, and eventually served as its President. She remained devoted to the Litchfield Housing Trust even as her health was compromised in recent years. In addition to her civic and philanthropic work, she loved gardening, reading, the tennis group, celebrating birthdays, and more recently, bird-watching.

She was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Dr. Robert Briggs. She is survived by her daughter Kate Briggs Johnson and her former husband Martin Johnson; her daughter Margaret Briggs-Gowan and her husband, Alec Gowan; and her son, Thomas Briggs and his wife, Marta Briggs, and grandchildren Andrew and Dylan Johnson, Sarah and Duncan Gowan and Carson and Grace Briggs.  Calling hours were  held at the Thurston Rowe Funeral Home, 283 Torrington Road, Litchfield, Connecticut, on Friday, May 12th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. On Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 10:00, a Memorial with a Reception was held at the Litchfield Community Center at 421 Bantam Road, Litchfield.

Mary Gillespie CONLIN, birth 1844. Death 1914. Butial New Britain, Connecticut

Joan Gillespie FEE, a longtime resident of Greenwich, CT and Manchester, VT passed away on February 9, 2024 at the age of 94. Born in New York City she was the daughter of Eugene Faber Gillespie and Mildred Bodkin Gillespie. Joan graduated from the Convent of the Sacred Heart, Georgetown Visitation and the University of Miami. A nationally ranked collegiate tennis player she co-founded the Metropolitan Interclub Tennis League (MITL) inaugurating women’s competition in Westchester and Fairfield Counties. Joan was on the Board of the Eastern Lawn Tennis Association and developed young talent in the Junior Whitman Cup program. Skilled in singles and doubles, Joan was rallying with the pros at the Stanwich Club even post the age of 90.

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Agnes Gillespie birth May 31, 1816. Died Dec 29, 1900 Waterbury, Connecticut. Burial Waterbury 224.

Agnes Gillespie death June 4, 1918 Farmington, Connecticut

Alice Gillespie age 61, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, December 3, 2005, at Bridgeport. She was born in Winston-Salem, N.C. on June 4, 1944, to the late Trenton and Mary Joel. An area resident for more than 40 years, she was a devoted member of Missionary Church of Prayer and Deliverance, where she was a faithful and active member of various in-service and outreach ministries. Left to cherish her memory are: loving son, Ed (Sweat) Gilchrist; brother, Comillus Joel; sisters; Mary Jester, Geraldine Crosby (Jessie), Sally Wallace (William), and Helen Robinson; five brothers-in-law; four sisters-in-law; special niece, Ellen (Neecee) Harris; special grandnephews, Dayshon Caples and Daquon Harris; and a host of other family and friends. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her loving husband, Alexander (Buck) Gillespie; brothers, Lawrence and Bowman Joel; sisters, Eleanor Harris and Thelma Covington. A funeral service was held at 11 a.m at the funeral home. Friends greeted the family from 9 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Interment was held immediately following service in Mt. Grove Cemetery, Easton. Arrangements entrusted to George J. Peterson Funeral Home, 1041 Noble

Allen Lyndon Gillespie birth April 27, 1887, Death May 29, 1905 Stamford. Burial Stamford 418. Connecticut

Andre Gillespie death April 26, 1965 Windham, Connecticut

Anna Gillespie death June 6, 1932 Derby, Connecticut

Anna Gillespie death 1852 Stamford, Connecticut. Burial Stamford 418.

Anne Clair Gillespie, age 86, of Green Valley Arizona, previously of Stratford, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by the ones she loved on Monday, October 24th, 2022. Anne was the beloved wife of John (Ian) Gillespie. She was born on August 12, 1936, in Longriggend, Lanarkshire, Scotland, daughter of the late James and Margaret (Lambie) Rafferty and had been a longtime resident of Stratford, before moving to Arizona in 2003.

Anne enjoyed spending time with her husband after her retirement. They traveled frequently to Scotland. She loved visiting her family there including her husband’s brothers and sister, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and her many friends. She and her husband, their first-born child, parents, brothers, in-laws, and only sister settled in Stratford some sixty years ago calling Stratford home.  Anne enjoyed assisting in the upbringing of her Stratford born grandchildren Alyssa and James which brought her great joy; this brought them especially close. She loved gardening and flowers and always took great pride in her yard. She also had a great love for music and singing, what a beautiful voice she had. She was always dressed beautifully and lit up every room she walked in to. She was always happiest surrounded by those she loved. Anne loved a party, especially the sweet treats, dining out, doting on babies/children, keeping in close contact with loved ones, far and near, and time spent beside the love of her life, best friend, soulmate and devoted husband of 62 years.

Survivors include her sister Mary Gorman; her sister-in-law Doreen Rafferty, her children Ray Gillespie and his wife Dale, Iain James Gillespie and his wife Shawna; grandchildren, Danielle, Nicole, Alyssa, Jessica & James; great grandchildren McKenzy, Jackson, Brody, Josh, Luca and Alba; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three brothers, Robert, Henry and James Rafferty and a granddaughter Natalie Gillespie.

Friends were invited to attend a Funeral Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, November 11, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. by meeting directly at Saint Mark Church, 500 Wigwam Lane, Stratford, CT.  Interment will be private.

Annie Gillespie birth 1859. Death 1921 Bridgeport. Burial Bridgeport 402. Connecticut

Annie Gillespie birth 1866. Death 1930 Stratford, Connecticut. Burial Stratford 419.

Annie Gillespie death June 28, 1961 West Haven, Connecticut

Anthony Wynn Gillespie, birth Oct 26, 1852. Death July 12, 1876. Burial Stamford, Connecticut.

Arthu Gillespie death July 18, 1964 Hartford, Connecticut

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Barbara Petrie Gillespie, birth March 25, 1827. Death Jan 3, 1908 New Haven, Connecticut. Burial New Haven.

Barzilla J Gillespie death 1926 Avon. Burial Avon, Connecticut.

Barzillai Gillespie death Oct 20, 1926 Farmington, Connecticut

Bertha Gillespie death Nov 21, 1903 Hartford,  Connecticut

Bindl Gillespie death June 19, 1966 Stamford, Connecticut

Brian Casey Gillespie, known by friends and family as Casey, passed away on March 24, 2022 at the age of 62 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was surrounded in person and in prayer by his loved ones. Casey was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With the exception of his years at Gilmour Academy for boarding school, he spent his entire life in Grand Rapids. He attended Aquinas College before working with his father, Irving Gillespie, at Gillespie Sales Engineering Company. He went on to serve as the President and CEO for over forty years. There was no sport that Casey didn’t succeed at. He was an incredible golfer, tennis player, skier, and biker. He loved reading and movies, and could be found on Saturday mornings watching cult classics in the living room. He was a Jeopardy champion and a master at word games. Casey also had a passion for service to others and was a loyal steward to his community and church. More than anything, Casey was deeply dedicated to his family and friends. He met the love of his life, Nancy, volunteering with the Grand Rapids Jaycees. They were married for 32 wonderful years. He loved his siblings, children, nieces and nephews unconditionally. He was known for his beautiful, thoughtful letters, infectious laugh, and warm smile. Casey is survived by his wife, Nancy; sons Colin (Lauren) and Stephen; daughter, Meredith; brothers Irving Jr. and Michael; sisters Patricia (David) and Kathleen (Debra); and many cousins, aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Visitation was held at Metcalf & Jonkhoff Funeral Home (4291 Cascade Road in Grand Rapids) on Friday, April 8 from 5-8 p.m. A funeral mass was held on April 9, Casey’s birthday, at St. Robert of Newminster Catholic Church (6477 Ada Drive in Ada) at 11:00 a.m. A short visitation will be held before mass in the Narthex at 10:00 a.m.

Bruce B Gillespie 1952 ~ 2022.  Bruce B. Gillespie passed away peacefully on April 16, 2022 at Laurel Ridge Nursing home in Ridgefield CT. Bruce was born on June 30, 1952 in Norwalk CT to the late Robert Gillespie and Gladys Flewellin Gillespie. Bruce will be deeply missed by his nieces and nephews. Private services were held by the family.

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Catha Gillespie death June 9, 1968 Greenwich, Connecticut

Cathe Gillespie death Nov 14, 1955 Stamford, Connecticut

Cathe Gillespie death March 16, 1958 Greenwich, Connecticut

Catherine Gillespie death May 10, 1905 Ansonia, Connecticut

Catherine Gillespie death May 22, 1937 Portland, Connecticut

Catherine Gillespie death Feb 3, 1951 New Haven, Connecticut

Charles Gillespie, birth June 30, 1859, Died May 8, 1933 in Orange. Burial Orange, Connecticut

Chris Gillespie death July 25, 1962 Fairfield, Connecticut

Clara Gillespie death Jan 18, 1939 Farmington, Connecticut

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David Gillespie birth 1831. Death August 30, 1892 Manchester, Burial Manchester, Connecticut

David Gillespie death May 23, 1918 Stamford, Connecticut

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Earle Gillespie death July 7, 1951 Norwalk, Connecticut

Edith Gillespie, birth July 7, 1895, Death August 16, 1895 Avon. Burial Avon Cemetery, Connecticut

Edith Gillespie death Feb 2, 1966 Stamford, Connecticut

Edith May Gillespie, birth 1868. Death Dec 17, 1882 Manchester. Burial Manchester, Connecticut

Edna Gillespie death May 13, 1955 Wallingford, Connecticut

Edwar Gillespie death April 21, 1960 Waterbury, Connecticut

Edward Gillespie death Oct 28, 1922 Stamford, Connecticut

Edward Gillespie death Jan 9, 1923 Stamford, Connecticut

Edward Gillespie death Nov 21, 1923 Stratford, Connecticut

Edward Gillespie death Nov 27, 1942 Stamford, Connecticut

Edward Gillespie death Feb 25, 1943 Stamford, Connecticut

Edward A Gillespie, birth April 27, 1858. Death Oct 28, 1922 Stamford. Burial Stamford, Connecticut

Edward L Gillespie, birth 1897. Death 1923 Stratford. Burial Straford, Connecticut

Edward Stanley Gillespie, birth July 3, 1878. Death Oct 10, 1915 Stamford. Burial Stratford Cemetery, Connecticut

Edward T. W.Gillespie, birth 1841. Death 1923 Stamford. Burial Stamford Cemetery, Connecticut

Eliza Gillespie, death Aug 24, 1899 Vernon, Connecticut

Eliza Gillespie death May 2, 1941 Hartford, Connecticut

Eliza Gillespie death Dec 7, 1956 Stamford, Connecticut

Elizabeth Gillespie death April 12, 1922 Stamford, Connecticut

Elizabeth Gillespie death July 1, 1932 Norwalk, Connecticut

Elizabeth A Gillespie birth 1857. Death July 15, 1860 Manchester, Connecticut

Elizabeth B Gillespie, birth 1842. Death Jan 31, 1850 Stamford, Connecticut

Elizabeth J Gillespie, death April 12, 1922 Stamford, Connecticut

Ella Gillespie death April 7, 1925 New Haven, Connecticut

Elsie Gillespie death Nov 16, 1961 Stamford, Connecticut

Emily Gillespie death June 15, 1943 Waterbury, Connecticut

Emma Gillespie death May 3, 1938 Stamford, Connecticut

Esther H Cornwall Gillespie, birth June 2, 1891. Death April 4, 1928 Stonington, Burial Stonington Cemetery, Connecticut

Eva Gillespie death Jan 7, 1941 New Haven, Connecticut

Evelyn A Gillespie, birth March 19, 1853. Death April 4, 1920 Stamford, Connecticut

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female Gillespie death Feb 24, 1902 Bethel, Connecticut

Florence Eustice Gillespie, birth 1862. Death Jan 6, 1862 New Haven, Connecticut

Francis Gillespie death Aug 5, 1908 Milford, Connecticut

Francis Hobart Gillespie, death 1905 Milford, Connecticut

Frank Gillespie, Jr death Sept 12, 1958 New Haven, Connecticut

Frederick Charles Gillespie, birth May 20, 1873. Death Sept 27, 1891 Stamford, Connecticut

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George Maitland Gillespie birth March 14,  1882. Death May 10, 1914 Stamford, Connecticut

Grace Gillespie death Jan 20, 1953 Norwalk, Connecticut

Grace Gillespie death Dec 10,1968 Stamford, Connecdticut

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Hannah Gillespie, birth July 22, 1836. Death March 26, 1882 Stonington, Connecticut

Harold Gillespie death Aug 17, 1945 East Hampton, Connecticut

Harold Gillespie death May 9, 1951 Hartford, Connecticut

Harrie Gillespie death (no date) Hartford, Connecticut

Harriet Gillespie death Sept 28, 1946 Wallingford, Connecticut

Harriet Nuphey Gillespie death 1870 Avon, Connecticut

Harry Gillespie death Oct 20,1906 Hartford, Connecticut

Harry Gillespie death May 22, 1966 Derby, Connecticut

Hattie Gillespie birth 1863. Death June 12, 1885, Stamford, Connecticut

Helena T Gillespie birth 1896. Death 1910 Avon, Connecticut

Helene Gillespie death Oct 26, 1910 Farmington, Connecticut

Henry S Gillespie, birth May 16, 1854. Death July 25, 1911 Hartford, Connecticut

Hugh Gillespie death April 9, 1963 Greenwich, Connecticut

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Ida Gillespie death Jan 2, 1951 Hartford, Connecticut

Isabella Robertson Gillespie, birth Nov 11, 1827. Death Oct 3, 1893 New Haven, Connecticut

Isaiah Gillespie death May 6, 1923 New Britain, Connecticut

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J Gillespie death Dec 27, 1964 Norwalk, Connecticut

James Gillespie died 1805 Connecticut

James Gillespie death Meriden. No other information.

James Gillespie birth Oct 3, 1825. Death April 29, 1909 New Haven, Connecticut

James Gillespie death Jan 23, 1923 Meriden, Connecticut

James Gillespie death June 1, 1927 Bridgeport, Connecticut

James Gillespie death Dec 7, 1940 Stamford, Connecticut

James Gillespie death Aug 31, 1962 Fairfield, Connecticut

Jane Gillespie death August 5, 1945 New Haven, Connecticut

Jennie Gillespie death Jan 8, 1905 Waterbury, Connecticut

Jennie Gillespie death June 2, 1948 New Haven, Connecticut

Jessamine Gillespie death Feb 2,1932 Stamford, Connecticut

John Gillespie death notice Bridgeport Daily Standard Issue June 28, 1862. His death June 22nd

John Gillespie birth 1861. Death Jan 13, 1866 Manchester, Connecticut

John Gillespie, Jr death June 25, 1904 Waterbury, Connecticut

John Gillespie death Oct 4, 1907 Bridgeport, Connecticut

John Gillespie death April 18, 1923 Greenwich, Connecticut

John Gillespie birth 1879. Death April 6, 1927 Thomaston, Connecticut

John Gillespie death March 17, 1932 West Haven, Connecticut

John Gillespie death March 4, 1957 Stamford, Connecticut

John Gillespie death June 23, 1967 Hartford, Connecticut

John Gillespie death Sept 19, 1968 West Haven, Connecticut

John B Gillespie birth 1835. Death June 22, 1862 Connecticut

John Edward Gillespie, 93, formerly of Trumbull and Shelton, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2019, with his devoted family by his side. For 59 years, Jack was the beloved husband and dashing dance partner of the late Shirley Sorensen Gillespie. He was born to the late Thomas and Helen English Gillespie on June 23, 1926 in Bridgeport. A proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, he served honorably during World War II. After the war, he spent more than 35 years working at Bullards before retiring. Jack was a dedicated family man who took great pride in researching and sharing his Irish heritage with all his “kids.” He is survived by four children, 11 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews, all of whom will cherish his memory. He was laid to rest privately with a Mass of Catholic Burial.

Josep Gillespie death Oct 25, 1953 New Haven, Connecticut

Josep Gillespie death Dec 4, 1956 Stamford, Connecticut

Joseph Gillespie death Nov 8, 1919 Stamford, Connecticut

Joseph Gillespie death Dec 18, 1948 Middletown, Connecticut

Julia Gillespie death Nov 9,1934 Stamford, Connecticut

Julia Gillespie death Feb 21, 1946 Bridgeport, Connecticut

Julia Gillespie death May 31, 1950 Meriden, Connecticut

Julia E Gillespie birth 1873. Death 1928. Connecticut

Julie Gillespie death Nov 23, 1928 Stamford, Connecticut

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Karen Napp Gillespie 62, completed her journey here on earth and went home to the Lord with family members by her side on December 14, 2012 in Dallas, GA. Born in Bridgeport on October 27, 1949, Karen was the daughter of the late Frank and Florence Knap. She grew up, lived, and worked in the Bridgeport-Trumbull-Shelton area for most of her life before moving to Dallas, GA in 2006. Karen is survived by her husband of 41 years, Thomas J. Gillespie; her son Tom and his wife Jennifer; her daughter Tara; granddaughters Sarah and Maggie; brothers Peter and Michael; sister Katherine, and a large and loving extended family. All those who knew and loved Karen will remember her as a faith-filled, generous, joyful and fun-loving person, always grateful for the family and friends with whom she shared her life. Those who wished to remember Karen and celebrate her life were invited to join her family for a gathering in her memory on Sunday, February 19, 2012, from 1 to 5 pm at the Gaelic American Club, 74 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824.

Keith Michael Gillespie 61, of Avon, died Friday, May 11, 2018, as a result of a motor vehicle accident. He was born July 12, 1956 in Hartford, son of the late Wilfred and Barbara (Albee) Gillespie and had lived in Barkhamsted and Terryville prior to moving to Avon 10 years ago. Keith was an Irrigation Foreman for Anderson Turf Irrigation, Inc. in Avon. He enjoyed hanging out with his friends and co-workers, playing golf and spending time with Buck, his beloved companion. He is survived by his sisters, Cathy Sipes and her husband Steve of Washington State, Elizabeth Miller and her husband Trueman of New Hartford, and his brother, James Gillespie of New Hartford; his niece, Wendy Miller, great nephew Steven Miller, and a great niece, Olivia Houle, all of Torrington. He was predeceased by his significant other, Joan (Casson) Dubay of Avon and his niece, Sherry Miller. Friends  called at the Vincent Funeral Home, 120 Albany Turnpike, Canton, Monday, May 21st, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Graveside service was Tuesday, May 22nd, 1:00 PM in Evergreen Cemetery, Climax Road, Avon.

Kevin J Gillespie, 56, of Suffield, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025. Born on February 29, 1968, in Hartford, CT, he was the beloved son of the late Robert Gillespie and Carol (VanNostrand) Goss. Kevin dedicated 36 years of his life to Langonet Auto Body, where he was not only a skilled professional but also a cherished member of the team. Known for his work ethic, kindness, and sense of humor, Kevin touched the lives of many with his genuine heart and warm smile.

Lewis Gillespie death Feb 17, 1924 Manchester, Connecticut

Lilli Gillespie death June 8, 1956 Stamford,  Connecticut

Lillian Gillespie death Aug 22, 1915 Stamford, Connecticut

Lily Gillespie death June 22, 1942 Stamford, Connecticit

Lina E Gillespie death May 24, 1912. Hartford. Burial Avon, Connecticut

Linda Embser-Gillespie of Manchester, Connecticut, born in Hartford, Connecticut leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on June 10, 2025 at the age of 65. She was predeceased by: her husband James William Gillespie; and her brother Donald Embser. She is survived by: her brothers, William “Bill” Embser (Linda) of East Hartford and David Embser of Manchester; her nephews, Michael Embser (Christine) of Columbia and Brandon Embser of Willimantic, CT.; and her niece Amanda Roman (Jesse) of Canaan, NH.

Lizzie Gillespie death Nov 1, 1900 Bridgeport, Connecticut

Lois Gillespie death Dec 26, 1938 Meriden, Connecticut

Lois Mae Manges Gillespie, longtime resident of Westport, and more recently Wallingford, died April 17, 2018 after battling a long illness. She was 84. Lois will be remembered for her warm, vibrant personality, singing jazz, easy and beautiful smile, involvement in multiple community organizations, and most importantly, as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Lois enjoyed singing which she started at a young age, with her brother Don, meeting husband Jim musically, and the three of them did a radio show as teenagers in the greater Johnstown, Pennsylvania area. Lois and Jim met in high school and both attended Pitt University where Lois completed an Associate’s Degree in medical technology. After marrying, Jim in the Army and pursuing his Ph.D. as an industrial psychologist, the family moved to San Francisco, then San Antonio, before settling in Westport. As Jim grew his business Lois was active in the choir at Saugatuck Congregational Church, PTA, Woman’s Club, Easter Seals, and PEO, while also being a homemaker and mother to three sons.  She was predeceased by her parents Clarence and Catherine K. Manges, of Windber, Pennsylvania; brother Donald E Manges of Pittsburgh; and husband, James F Gillespie, who died in September 1988. She is survived by Bryan J Gillespie, of Milford; Craig S Gillespie and his wife, Elizabeth, of Fairfield, and Kevin M Gillespie and his wife, Elizabeth, of Glastonbury; also by grandchildren Stephen T Gillespie, of West Haven; Dana C Gillespie, of Abu Dhabi, UAE; Devon T Gillespie, of Fairfield; Michael J and Benjamin M Gillespie, of Glastonbury.  A memorial service was held on Saturday, May 5 at 11 a.m. at Saugatuck Congregational Church, 245 Post Road East, Westport.

Lucy Gillespie death May 13, 1958 Farmington, Connecticut

Lydia Gillespie death July 30, 1892 Danbury, Connecticut

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Mabel Gillespie death June 23, 1943 Stamford, Connecticut

Mabel Gillespie death Oct 26, 1961 Plymouth, Connecticut

Male Gillespie death Sept 6, 1900 Hamden, Connecticut

Margaret Gillespie death Jan 3, 1903 Portland, Connecticut

Margaret Gillespie death Sept 5, 1918 Hartford, Connecticut

Marion Gillespie death April 4, 1918 New Britain, Connecticut

Mark Gillespie death Jan 13, 1955 Wallingford, Connecticut

Marth Gillespie death Jan 9, 1960 Newtown, Connecticut

Mary Gillespie death Aug 27, 1935 New Haven, Connecticut

Mary Gillespie death Jan 10,1943 Meriden, Connecticut

Mary Gillespie death Feb 13, 1949 New Haven,  Connecticut

Mary Gillespie death Nov 17, 1951 Bridgeport, Connecticut

Mary Gillespie death June 6, 1960 Stamford, Connecticut

Mary Elizabeth Brown Gillespie  “Woozy”  passed away peacefully at Hospice in Branford, CT on May 3, 2015, in the presence of her loving children and grandchildren. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, as part of the extended Brown-Howe clan, she also spent years during the Depression in Woodland, NY, the Botchford family homestead that remained her favorite family gathering place and trout-fishing haunt. She graduated from Chatham Hall School and was a member of the class of 1942 at Vassar College, leaving in 1941 to marry Gardner Fordyce (“Spider”) Gillespie, Jr., as war loomed. She raised her family in Rye, NY, and became an accomplished artist, painting landscapes and children’s portraits and continuing her work until her final weeks. While living in Rye, she was an active member of the Silvermine Artists Guild in New Canaan, CT, and founded an early newspaper recycling group in the late 1960’s. After moving to Killingworth, CT, in 1983, she continued painting and environmental work, serving on the Killingworth Wetlands Commission. For the last 15 years, and continuing after the death of her beloved Spider, she lived in Chester, CT, where she remained the matriarch of her grandchildren and a growing number of great grandchildren, causing her to remark frequently that she was so proud of her “wonderful family.” She is survived by her four children, Susan Howe Gillespie, Gardner Fordyce Gillespie, III (and his wife Stevie), Nancy Clift Gillespie de la Selle (and her husband Sebastien) and Douglas Brown Gillespie (and his wife Ellie), nine grandchildren (Jennifer Kapczynski, Nathaniel Gillespie, Amy Kapczynski, Clara Gillespie Ferraro, Elise de la Selle Jones, Evan Gillespie, Violette de la Selle, Jamie Gillespie and Augusta Gillespie), and 10 great grandchildren. The family is planning a memorial celebration of Woozy’s life this summer in Woodland.

Mary J Gillespie birth 1883. Death 1886 Bridgeport, Connecticut

Mary Jane Gillespie birth July 15, 1872. Death Feb 11, 1879 Stamford, Connecticut

Matthew Gillespie death notice Danbury Farmer’s Journal Nov 1791.

May Gillespie death Jan 25, 1952 Stamford, Connecticut

Micha Gillespie death Aug 2, 1956 Bridgeport, Connecticut

Michael Gillespie death April 16, 1927 Stamford, Connecticut

Michael F Gillespie birth 1866. Death 1927 Darien, Connecticut

Morris Gillespie death Aug 25, 1935 Hartford, Connecticut

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N Brian Gillespie 75, of Windsor, beloved husband for 51 years of Dianne (Steben) Gillespie, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 16, 2021, at the West Haven VA Hospital. Born in Hartford on February 17, 1946, son of the late Neil W. and Viola (LaBell) Gillespie, he was raised in Windsor and was a graduate of Windsor High School, Class of 1964. After graduation, Brian enlisted in the US Air Force and served during the Vietnam War. He was awarded the Bronze Star for Meritorious Service and was honorably discharged in 1968.

After his military service, he took a position at Combustion Engineering in Windsor and he returned to school at night at the University of Hartford where he studied business and later graduated with a Bachelors Degree. Brian spent most of his career with R.K. Griffith & Associates in Putnam where he worked as a sales engineer in the power industry for over 20 years. Most recently, he owned and operated his own business, NBG Power which he ran until his retirement in 2017. Brian was a fixture in Windsor Youth Baseball for over 30 years. He served as President of the Windsor Youth Baseball Association and General Manager of the Windsor American Legion and Junior Legion Baseball teams for 10 years. Brian also coached Windsor Little League Baseball, Windsor Youth All-Stars, Youth Soccer, Youth Baseball and Softball, Travel Soccer, and Girls and Boys Basketball. In 1999, he founded the Windsor Youth Baseball Association to oversee Windsor American Legion Baseball, Windsor Jaycee-Courant Baseball, and the Windsor Senior League. Proud of his military service, Brian was an active member of Gray-Dickinson Post #59, American Legion in Windsor and the Windsor V.F.W., Post #4740 where he was presently serving as the Quartermaster and Adjutant. He was a member of the Exchange Club of Windsor where he enjoyed volunteering on many service projects over the years. Brian loved his community of Windsor where he lived his whole life. He mentored countless children over the years while he coached over 60 youth sports teams. Most of all, Brian will be remembered as the consummate family man whose life revolved around his wife, his children, and his grandchildren.

Besides his loving wife, he leaves to cherish his memories, his daughter, Kelly Gillespie Nesbitt and her husband Dave of Windsor; his son, Brett Gillespie of Windsor Locks; three grandchildren, Jalen, Amaya, and Jace Nesbitt all of Windsor; a sister, Jeanne Beltrandi of Enfield; his brother-in-law, Peter Suty of Windsor; his best friend, Jeff Echelson of Windsor; and many nieces, nephews, Godchildren, and close friends. He was predeceased by a sister, Sandra Suty. His family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 26, 5-8 p.m., at The Lodge Community Chapel, 130 Deerfield Rd., Windsor. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Wednesday, October 27, 10 a.m., at St. Damien of Molokai Parish – St. Gabriel Church, 379 Broad St., Windsor. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Windsor Veterans Memorial Cemetery.

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Oliver Gillespie death Jan 27, 1928 Hartford, Connecticut

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Patri Gillespie death Nov 21, 1954 Greenwich, Connecticut

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Rachel R Harren (Warren in 2nd Record) Gillespie birth May 15, 1832. Death Aug 13, 1873 Hartford, Connecticut

Richard Gillespie death Jan 23, 1911 Stamford, Connecticut

Richard Gillespie death Jan 15, 1941 Stamford, Connecticut

Richard H Gillespie birth 1848. Death 1911 Stamford, Connecticut

Richard James Gillespie, 54, of Stamford passed away peacefully on March 28, 2017 at Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY. He was born in Stamford on December 3, 1962 to Robert J. and Frances Ferrullo Gillespie. Richard was umpire-in-chief for the Stamford American Little League; he played baseball all his life and was an avid baseball fan. He also enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, boating, and hiking in the New England woods. Richard worked as a printer at The Total Printing Center in Norwalk, CT for the last ten years. He is survived by his loving mother Frances “Fritzi” Ferrullo Gillespie of Stamford; a son, Jason Gillespie of Florida; a daughter, Ashlee Marie Gillespie of Milford, CT; sister Donna Ford (husband Thom) of Manchester, CT; sister Kathi Cirello (husband Michael) of Rockaway, NJ; sister Maureen Ellen of Bristol, CT; brother Bob Gillespie (wife Debbie) of Stamford, CT; many nieces and nephews, and life-long friend Jon DeCrescenzo. He was predeceased by his father, Robert J. Gillespie.

A Mass of Christian Burial was  celebrated on Saturday, April 1, 2017 at 10:00 am at St. Leo Parish, 24 Roxbury Road, Stamford. There will be no calling hours; interment will be held privately.

Richard Roubaud Gillespie  died on the morning on May 17th, 2024, just shy of his 94th birthday, at Norwalk Hospital in Fairfield County, CT. He passed away a few miles from his Wilton home of 38 years. His colorful life and long-time prominence in the dinnerware industry will be celebrated at a special mid-December event in Ridgefield. The youngest of three, Dick was born in Pittsburgh, PA where he spent his early years. His memories of his youthful escapades are described in an autobiography that he published in 2021, called “Stories of a Misspent Youth.” He graduated in 1948 from the Salisbury, CT prep school where he later served as a Board member and as chairman of the Board for a few years as well.
He attended Princeton University, class of ’52, following in his father’s and brother’s footsteps. His friends there affectionately called him “Dizzy,” for more reasons than his appreciation of jazz. He majored in Political Science and was a member of The Cap and Gown Club. After graduation he served two years in the Navy before earning his MBA from the Wharton Business School.
Dick met his first wife, Nancy Blackwood, marrying in April 1960. During their early years they were often on the move with his sales career for Lees Carpet, Lenox China and Art Carved Diamonds. When he became a manager at Lenox, the family settled in Princeton, NJ, living there from 1968 until 1976.
A career change took him to Reed & Barton Silversmiths in 1976, where he was named VP of Marketing. His family resettled in Providence, RI at this time. He had taken up long distance running, and soon completed eight marathons. In 1988, he married his second wife, Patrice Phillips, and they started their life together in Wilton. They joined Ridgefield’s Wolfpit Running Club; that organization was the catalyst for many of Dick’s long-term friendships. His expertise in product development for the fine gifts and dinnerware industry became more well-known when he headed up a joint venture with Cartier, launched a popular tabletop collection with designer Lynn Chase, and produced giftware inspired by the life and times of F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Dick is remembered as being kind, funny, curious and well-read. Dizzy had lifelong friends from Pittsburgh, Salisbury and Princeton, and with career colleagues. He was a bit of a troublemaker and instigator and loved retelling stories of his many escapades. He particularly enjoyed family vacations.

He is survived by his wife Patrice Gillespie. He is also survived by three children: Ann (and Bob, Bolton, MA), Porter (Providence, RI), Christopher (NYC), and three grandchildren: Wesley, Michael and Zelda. He was predeceased by his son, Sam, in 2003.

Robert Gillespie death Aug 20, 1958 Stamford, Connecticut

Robert Gillespie birth March 10, 1822. Death 1861 New Haven, Connecticut

Robert Gillespie death July 21, 1925 West Haven, Connecticut

Robert Gillespie death July 2, 1934 Farmington, Connecticut

Robert Gillespie of New Symrna Beach, Florida, formerly of Enfield, Connecticut, passed away May 30, 2018. Son of Robert and Helena Reynolds Gillespie, Bob was born on November 12, 1942 in Troy, New York. Following his schooling and a tour in the US Navy, Bob settled in Enfield, where for 47 years he was employed as a master machinist for United Gear, Suffield.  After retirement, Bob and wife Molly Granahan Gillespie moved to New Smyrna Beach, FL where they wintered for several seasons before calling it their home for the past six years. Bob lived the good life on the Sun Coast, establishing and growing a valued circle of new friends, a tribute to the charisma of being a genuine and gracious person. He enjoyed an active and involved life with Molly hosting, and traveling to visit, friends and family. Bob will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Molly met Bob several years after the death of Bob’s previous wife, Barbara. Prior to her death, Bob had dedicated many years as caregiver to Barbara. In addition toa, Barbar Bob is preceded in death by brother, Terrence, grandson Matthew, and step-daughter Sheila. Surviving, in addition to wife, Molly, NSB, FL is his sister, Maureen Andrews (husband Hugh) of Chatham, MA and children, Bobby (wife, Ann Marie) of Enfield; Kevin (wife, Kim) of Suffield; Kenny (wife, Nichole) of Newbury, SC; Karen O’Hara (husband, James) of Rockwell, NC; Denise Gagnon (husband, Bill) of Beverly, MA; Charles Redin (wife, Jessica) of Flower Mound, TX; and Michelle Keane-Taylor (husband, Matt) of Stafford Springs; as well as 21 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visitation was Wednesday, June 6 from 6 – 8 PM at Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapel, 61 South Road, Enfield, with a funeral service at the same location on Thursday, June 7 at 9:00 AM followed by interment with military honors at Enfield Street Cemetery.

Rayolor Royol W Gillespie birth 1874. Death 1901 MIlford, Connecticut

Rose Gillespie death Aug 5, 1935 Stamford, Connecticut

Royal Gillespie death May 9, 1909 Milford, Connecticut

Ruth Gillespie death Sept 27, 1908 Stamford, Connecticut

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Sadie Gillespie death March 14, 1963 Stamford, Connecticut

Samuel Gillespie birth 1830. Death Feb 13, 1912 Vernon, Connecticut (2nd record date Feb 19, 1912 Vernon).

Sandy Gillespie death Sept 5, 1954 Hartford, Connecticut

Sarah Gillespie death Aug 25, 1897 Bridgeport, Connecticut

Sarah Gillespie death March 5, 1922 Stamford, Connecticut

Sarah Gillespie death March 15, 1948 Stamford, Connecticut

Sarah Gillespie death Nov 30, 1954 Norwalk, Connecticut

Sarah E Gillespie birth 1852. Death 1922 Stamford, Connecticut

Schulyer Gillespie death Jan 3, 1942 Stamford, Connecticut

Sex M Gillespie death July 12, 1951 Hartford, Connecticut

Shirley  A Sorensen Gillespie, age 82 of Shelton, a retired secretary for D.M. Read’s, died peacefully Wednesday, May 21, 2008 in Bridgeport Hospital with her family by her side. Born in Bridgeport, April 17, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Margaret Nowell Sorensen Sr. Mrs. Gillespie was dedicated to the love and care of her family always putting their needs in front of her own. She was a past member of the Shelton Senior Center and the Gaelic American Club. Survivors include her beloved husband of 59 years, John E. Gillespie; a son, Thomas J. Gillespie and his wife, Karen of Dallas, Ga.; three daughters, Patricia A. Pifko and her husband, Joseph and Deborah A. Kascak and her husband, Thomas, all of Trumbull and Sally A. Tomlinson and her husband, David of Shelton; a brother, Arthur Sorensen Jr. and his wife, Natalie of East Hartland; a brother-in-law, Gerald Gillespie and his wife, Dorothy; 11 grandchildren, Thomas Gillespie and his wife Jennifer, Tara Gillespie, Kate Pifko, Anne Norman and her husband, Mark, Tricia Pifko and her fianc, Matthew McDonald, Brian Kascak and his fiance, Melissa Feller, Megan Kascak, Allison Kascak, Rebecca Lomachinsky and her husband, John, Kimberly Young and her husband, Christopher and Scott Tomlinson; two great-grandchildren, Sarah and Maggie Gillespie; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services took place Saturday, May 24, 2008 at 8 a.m. in the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull and at 9 a.m. in St. Lawrence Church, Shelton for a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment followed in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull. Friends called on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m.

Susan Gillespie birth 1843. Death 1926 Simsbury, Connecticut

Sylvester Vaugh Gillespie, On Monday December 20, 2021, a servant of God was called home. Sylvester Gillespie touched the lives of many. He was a sharp dresser and a smooth charmer that lived a private life. He was a father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Sylvester was born in Hartford CT, graduated from Hartford Public High School and lived in Hartford his entire life. Sylvester grew up among 13 siblings and understood the true meaning of family love. Sylvester worked in the Hartford School System and The First Church of the Nazarene for 16 years, where he was a faithful and dedicated member. He loved his job, Pastor Sealy and his church family, and serving the Lord. Sylvester leaves behind sons Sylvester Gillespie Jr. of Vernon, CT. Twins Devon and Jordan Gillespie of Bingham, Maine. Daughter Sandra Lavaughn Carter of East Hartford, CT, and stepsons Darnell Kinsey and Keita Carter. Sylvester was a grandfather of 7. He was predeceased by his mother Agnes Phyall Gillespie, father Sylvester Washington, and brothers Headley Gillespie and Levy Gillespie, and sisters Sandy Gillespie and Mandlyn Williams. He leaves 9 siblings: Lorenzo Phyall (Carol), Albert Gillespie (Nadine), Leo Gillespie (Cheryl), Leroy Gillespie, Jeffrey Gillespie, Thomas Gillespie, Patricia Osbourne (Owen), Deborah Gillespie, and Susan Starling (Cody). Sylvester had many nephews and nieces, and a best friend Terry Hightower.

Calling Hours were Dec 30th 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Henry L. Fuqua Funeral Service 3:30 pm   94 Granby Street, Bloomfield 06002

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Thelma Gillespie death Jan 26, 1950 West Haven, Connecticut

Theodore Gillespie death April 10, 1915 Orange, Connecticut

Thomas Gillespie death Darien, Connecticut. No details.

Thomas Gillespie, Jr death June 9, 1930 West Haven, Connecticut

Thomas Gillespie death Aug 1, 1931 Stamford, Connecticut

Thomas Gillespie death Feb 12, 1937 New Haven, Connecticut

Thomas Gillespie death Jan 15, 1939 Bridgeport, Connecticut

Thomas Gillespie death April 20, 1940 Stamford, Connecticut

Thomas Gillespie death July 28, 1951 Hamden, Connecticut

Thomas H Gillespie Jr, a 55-year resident of New Canaan, CT, died on April 25, 2023.  He was born in Chicago, IL on August 21, 1933, a son of Thomas Howard and Florence Stoker Gillespie, and raised in Kenilworth, IL.  As a youth attending Joseph Sears School and New Trier Township High School, Tom was active in sports and achieved his Eagle Scout rank in Boy Scouts at the early age of 13. Tom graduated from Cornell University, Class of 1955. He was an active member of the Sigma Phi fraternity in college and for more than 60 years thereafter. Drafted into the Army following college, Tom served primarily in the Signal Corps in the Philippines.

Following his service, Tom attended the Northwestern Graduate School of Business (now Kellogg), receiving his MBA in 1960. That same year he moved to San Francisco to begin a career in investment management. He met his beloved wife of 43 years, Josephine, his first week in San Francisco. Jo and Tom were married soon after and moved east in 1965. After achieving CFA certification in 1966, Tom co-founded the predecessor to Gillespie, Robinson & Grimm, an investment firm that he led for 49 years before his retirement in 2020 at age 87.

Tom moved to New Canaan in 1968 and lived in the same house for the remainder of his life. Tom was a generous supporter of national and local causes and served on the boards of the United Way, Woodway Country Club (of which he was a member for 50 years), The New Canaan Inn, and the Congregational Church of New Canaan. Tom always believed he led a blessed life. He could find someone he knew from his past almost anywhere in the world. He was always active, including skiing on the National Ski Patrol, shooting river rapids in a and playing golf all over the world. An avid traveler, Tom covered most of the globe and won the family’s 50-State Challenge. While later in life he could be found enjoying a good book of historical fiction and sipping his favorite “Scottish wine” (aka Scotch), he continued to travel the world into his late 80’s. Tom was a kind and generous man, with a keen sense of right and wrong. He had time and a story for people from all walks of life, but his family was his focus, with his 8 grandchildren the collective apple of his eye.

Viola Gillespie death June 17, 1908 Watertown, Connecticut

Viola Gillespie death Oct 3, 1965 Windsor, Connecticut

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Warren Gillespie death March 22, 1941 New Haven, Connecticut

Wilham Gillespie death Sept 30, 1913 Watertown, Connecticut

Willi Gillespie death Jan 14, 1952 Middletown,  Connecticut

Willi Gillespie death March 17, 1952 Stamford, Connecticut

Willi Gillespie death April 25, 1965 Newtown, Connecticut

Willie B Gillespie 70, a resident of Hartford for over 50 years, died Thursday (December 8, 2011) at Hartford Hospital. He was born in Red Springs, NC a son of the late Annie Mae Gillespie Dixon and John T. Carver. Willie is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Emma (McKnight) Gillespie; two sons, Willie Jr., and Victor both of Hartford; a daughter, Wanda Nelson (Gary) of Windsor; his aunt, Mary Isaac of Vernon; seven siblings, Lee, Calvin, Lenell, Elander, Loretta, Josephine and Hilda all of NC; six grandchildren, four great-grandchildren as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. His funeral was held on Friday, December 16th at 11 a.m. at the Carmon Windsor Funeral Home, 807 Bloomfield Ave., Windsor. Burial followed at Cedar Hill Cemetery, 453 Fairfield Ave., in Hartford. Relatives and friends  called prior to the service on Friday morning at the funeral home from 10-11 a.m.

William Gillespie death Bridgeport, Connecticut. No details.

William Gillespie death Dec 30, 1907 Stamford, Connecticut

William Gillespie death Nov 19, 1908 New Haven, Connecticut

William Gillespie death Feb 7, 1915 Huntingdon, Connecticut

William Gillespie death Jan 4, 1918 Farmington, Connecticut

William Gillespie death June 1, 1918 Bridgeport, Connecticut

William Gillespie death Oct 13, 1927 Bridgeport, Connecticut

William Gillespie death Oct 22, 1949 New Haven, Connecticut

William Gillespie death Jan 7, 1951 Preston,  Connecticut

William Arthur Gillespie birth 1884. Death Aug 18, 1887 Stamford, Connecticut

William G Gillespie birth 1881. Death 1886 Bridgeport, Connecticut

William R Gillespie birth 1858. Death Jan 3, 1862, Connecticut

William R Gillespie birth 1895. Death 1915 Bridgeport, Connecticut

William W Gillespie birth 1905. Death Sept 30, 1913. Watertown, Connecticut

Williamina Robertson Gillespie, birth 1858. Death Jan 3, 1862 New Haven, Connecticut (2nd record gives birth as 1860).

Edith Gillespie HORSFALL, death Aug 16, 1895 Connecticut.

Gail Gillespie MALONEY, 67, of Enfield, Connecticut peacefully passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022, at St. Francis Hospital holding her husband’s hand after a courageous battle following a sudden cardiac arrest on November 30, 2021. Gail is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Jim Maloney, and three daughters: Erin (Andy) Nolin; Heather (Jeremy) Shapiro; and Stephanie (Ryan) MacGillivary, all of Enfield; brother Hugh (Pat) Gillespie of Grosbek, Texas and two sisters: Cathy Grissom of Gainesville, Florida, and Beth (Don) Curty of Winchester, Tennessee. She is also survived by two brothers-in-law: John (Kathy) Maloney of Enfield and Thomas (Sandy Libby) Maloney of Cromwell, and two sisters-in-law: Annmarie Maloney of West Hartford and Kathy (Raphael) Garbalosa of Bristol. Gail leaves behind her best friend of over 50 years, Janice Stewart, special cousins Janice and John McDevitt, close family friend Sarah Mayo, and her extra “kids” – Nicole Gatcomb, Eric Michaelian, Kristin Petig and Holly Broderick. Gail is survived by 20 nieces and nephews along with many great and great-great nieces and nephews. Gail is predeceased by her parents Hugh (Henry) Gillespie and Agnes (Nancy Strathern) Gillespie, her older brother Robert Gillespie, and her in-laws, Thomas J. Maloney, and Rita (Ferrier) Maloney. Gail also leaves behind four “grand fur-babies” – Scarlett, Duncan, Ann, and Molly – all of whom she loved so much. One of Gail’s final wishes is that people refrain from wearing black – fire-engine red, bright pink, lime green, or any other cheerful color is encouraged!

The family received visitors on Thursday, January at Browne Memorial Chapels (43 Shaker Road, Enfield, CT 06082) from 4-7 p.m. On Friday, January 28th her funeral began at the funeral home at 10:00 a.m. and then travel in procession to East Longmeadow United Methodist Church (215 Somers Rd, East Longmeadow, MA 01028) for a 11 a.m. service. A reception followed at the American Legion Post 80 Lower Hall (566 Enfield Street, Enfield, CT 06082) A larger celebration of life for all of Gail’s friends, family and supporters will be held on July 16, 2022, at the American Legion Post 80 Pavilion (566 Enfield Street, Enfield, CT

Annie Gillespie MCCLINCH, death 1930, Connecticut

Susan Gillespie RUTHERFORD, birth 1843. Death 1926 Connecticut

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Source of Records: Mormon website. Online obit; Bridgeport Newspaper; Connecticut State Library; Legacy