David G. Luetjen, 80, of Hebron, loving husband for 47 years and inseparable love of Doris (Verilli) Luetjen, died peacefully Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2017, at Manchester Memorial Hospital.
He was born Sept. 20, 1936, in Hartford, son of the late James and Lena (Patton) Luetjen. David was a veteran of the U.S. Army, and he had been employed for over 20 years as comptroller for the Brand Rex Company. He was an avid and lifelong fisherman. He was the proud captain of his fishing vessel, the 4 D's, which he moored at Walkers Dock in North Stonington. David later became a commercial fisherman and was old school, using the hook and line method. He attended St. Peter's Church in Hebron.
In addition to his wife, Doris, he is survived by his two daughters, Doreen Hussey, of Andover, and Dawn Gulizio and her husband, Jim, of Colchester; six grandchildren, Justin Hussey, Danielle (Hussey) Ledoux and her husband, Luke, Cassandra Brodeur, Colton Brodeur and his wife, Danielle, Lexis Gulizio and Vincent Gulizio; and three great-grandchildren, Luke Ledoux Jr., and P.J. and Cameron Brodeur. David also leaves his sister, Mary Ellen Casparino, of Port Charlotte, Florida; several nieces and nephews, and their families; his longtime best friend and fishing partner, Frankie Gentile; along with many other good friends. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, James F. Luetjen.
Calling hours will be at Watkins Funeral Home, 142 East Center St., Manchester, Tuesday, Jan. 17, from 4 to 7 p.m.
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To the family of David,
So sorry for your loss. When someone you love becomes a memory the memory become a treasure so treasure the memory
Matt 5:4,5
BC~
January 18, 2017
Dave will be missed by his summertime friends and neighbors at Walkers Dock. He had a great sense of humor and always had the best stories and always had a big smile. Doris...our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Linda and Jim Reynolds
January 17, 2017
a loved one
January 16, 2017
Sorry for your loss ,Dave was one of the good guys, took great care of Doris & always had a good fishing story to tell . Dave will be missed . Michael Sheffield
Michael Sheffield
January 14, 2017
May Dave rest in peace. I grew up next door to Dave and Doris until I left Hebron for the U.S. Army in 1972. Bless the entire family in this time of great sadness and grief.
David Anderson
January 14, 2017
Known Dave and Doris for 21 years at Walker's dock. Great people. Our sincere sympathy. John and Gloria McLaughlin
January 14, 2017
With deepest sympathy during this time of difficulty.
Watkins Funeral Home - Manchester
January 14, 2017
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