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Alice Goodfellow Obituary

Goodfellow, Alice B.
Alice B. Goodfellow, age 104, of Fairfield, beloved wife of the late Kenneth A. Goodfellow, Sr., passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, November 30, 2016. Born June 16, 1912 in Bridgeport, the daughter of the late George and Mary Bryers, she had been a Fairfield resident for over 80 years. Mrs. Goodfellow had been employed in the Fairfield Town Clerk's Office during the tenure of Mary Katona. She was a member of the Southport Women's Club, the Gaelic American Club and was the oldest member of the "Over 50 Club". Alice loved baking for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and would never miss the opportunity to bake them their birthday cake. She also loved crocheting Afghans for her grandchildren who cherished them for years. Mrs. Goodfellow loved to travel and camp with her husband and family and was particularly fond of her Alaska trip. Survivors include three beloved children, Curtis E. Goodfellow and his wife Diane of Little Rock, AK, John A. Goodfellow and his wife Virginia of Fairfield and Carol A. Calise and her husband Angelo of Wilton; a daughter-in-law, Lorayne Goodfellow of Flagler Beach, FL; 15 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, a great-great-granddaughter and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son, Kenneth A. Goodfellow, Jr., three brothers and two sisters. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. meeting directly at St. Anthony of Padua Church, Fairfield. Interment will follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Fairfield. Friends may call Monday from 4-7 p.m. in the Spear-Miller Funeral Home, 39 South Benson Road, Fairfield. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Anthony of Padua Church, 149 South Pine Creek Road, Fairfield, CT 06824. The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to Alice's nurse and aids, especially Shamrock Home Care, for the care and compassion provided to her and her family. For information or to sign an online guest registry please visit www.SpearMillerFuneralHome.com

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Published by Connecticut Post from Dec. 2 to Dec. 4, 2016.

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Kailyn Ott Hawkins

December 10, 2016

So sorry to hear about Aunt Alice's passing. I was not aware. My prayers and thoughts go out to the family.

Yolanda Verrilli

December 9, 2016

Sorry for you're loss Carol.

Foster Ryan

December 8, 2016

To the Goofellow family, I offer you my deepest sympathy on the loss of Mrs. Goodfellow. The Goodfellow family were good friends of mine from St. Johns in Bridgeport. You couldn't meet a nicer family.

Gerry Capodagli

December 6, 2016

Jack. Ginny and family passing. I am unable to come and express my sorrow. I pray for every comforting word you have said for our deceased Vets and their loved ones. comes back to you in this time of sorrow. Gerry Capodagli

Ed Bryers John and Linda Laundergan

December 6, 2016

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. She was an amazing gal.

December 5, 2016

My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. Psalms 119:50,76

BC~

Peter Burke

December 4, 2016

Sorry for your loss Jill ,.

Joe and Diane Boccamazzo

December 4, 2016

Todd And your family we are so sorry for your loss your grandma is in our thoughts and prayers
God bless

December 4, 2016

Jack, Ginny, I am sorry for your loss. Frankie G

December 3, 2016

I am so blessed to call you my grandmother! You have touched so many lives and made such a huge imprint. I miss you dearly and...you are my sunshine! xo Roseann

December 3, 2016

Carol, so sorry to hear about your Mother. She was a wonderful lady.

December 3, 2016

Jack sorry about your lost Thinking about you Krystyna

The Staff of Spear-Miller Funeral Home

December 4, 2016

Offering our deepest condolences during this time.

Karen Karolkowski

December 2, 2016

You are all in my prayers. May she rest in peace.

December 2, 2016

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. (Isaiah 61:1,2) With heartfelt sympathy.

Ed Szakal

December 2, 2016

My most sincere condolences to the entire Family. What an amazing lady. Although we will weep for her passing here on earth at least we know she is being met with open arms and joy at the gates of heaven. Walk through eternity with Uncle Kenny you dear lady.

Damir & Jean Lakic

December 2, 2016

Todd, Tina and family, Sending our sincerest sympathies on the loss of your grandmother. May she rest in peace.

Lou Brodersen

December 2, 2016

Sorry to hear about your Mom....

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