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Agnes Dunn Obituary
Agnes "Missey" (Holst) Dunn, of Shelton, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 15, 2023 surrounded by her family in her home. She was the widow of Walter Dunn Sr.
She was born in Bridgeport, CT to Carroll and Marguerite Holst.
Missey was a dedicated RN, BSN, MBA, who spent her career working at St. Vincent's Hospital in Bridgeport CT for over 49 years. Her love and passion for her career and coworkers extended outside of hospital duties, as she helped foster the careers of so many others. She was an avid quilter, baker, needleworker and homemaker. Above all those things, Missey loved nothing more than her family gatherings in her home and spending time with her grandchildren.
She is survived by her younger brother Peter Holst and wife Judy of Shelton, her loving children, Walter "Jay" Dunn Jr., and his wife Cheri, of Fairfield, Michael Dunn and his wife, Mary, of Shelton, Dawnmarie Krassner and her husband, Mark, of Oxford, and Tammy Ann Villaluz and her husband, Jose, of Shelton, and her cherished grandchildren, Melissa Krassner, Shayne Dunn, Maxwell Jacobson, William Carroll Jr, Daniel Quintiliano, JRyan Villaluz, Joanna Enojado, Joselle Chua and several nephews and nieces. Missey was predeceased by a daughter Margaret Mary and older brother Carroll H. "Butch" Holst of Juneau Alaska.
Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 10:30 am at St. Lawrence Church. Inurnment at Lawn Cemetery South. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Smilow Cancer, Yale New Haven Hospital, Office of Development, PO Box 1849, New Haven , CT 06508-9979. Please visit www.pisteyfuneralhome.com to express condolences.
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St Vincent´s Retirees
January 13, 2024
Missy was a lifesaver for those of us who struggled with staffing. She did all she could to help us care for patients. Missy is gone but will never be forgotten. To her loving family -you are in our thoughts.
Lorraine Benedetto
January 24, 2023
Missey,
I so enjoyed our lunches together in recent years. It was always good to be together. You will be missed. I will be praying for your family, all of whom meant so very much to you.
With my love,
Your friend and classmate, Lorraine
Donna Susek
January 22, 2023
Dear Family - My deepest condolences to each of you and your families. I know how much you will miss her. Each of you were her greatest joys. She was a beacon for many of us and kept on a strong path of nursing. Missey knew who to push and often saw the potential in many young nurses. She always stood up and backed us too. You always knew what side of the line you wanted to stand on. Behind her. She loved her family and those she called friends. I loved our small group of friends on report staff - Missey was loving, funny and so generous. After I left St.V;s I hope I emulated all that she taught me to be the best that I can. I am sure those who knew your mom well be sharing stories and wonderful memories for a long time. She was my inspiration - I could not do my job today without her guidance from long ago. Nor could I bake a cake as well! Missey was the best. Both your parents were. Lots of Love, Dave , Donna(Rosa) Susek and Girls.
St Vincents´ Retirees
January 20, 2023
It is so sad to hear of Missey´s passing and it gives us solace to know that she died in her own home surrounded by her loving family. She wouldn´t have wanted it any other way. Missey was our rock, if we needed help she sent it, in so many cases we couldn´t have given the care that needed to done,without her support. Thank you Miss for your professionalism and dedication.Thank you to Missey´s family for sharing her with us for 49 yrs.
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Judy Long Gilmore
January 20, 2023
God bless. Sincere condolences to the family.
Arlene Gardella
January 19, 2023
My sincerest condolences to the entire family during this very sad time. May you keep wonderful memories you´ll cherish forever in your hearts. Her caring heart and sense of humor will always be remembered.
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