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Hobson, Frederic A.
Frederic A. Hobson, 71, of New Smyrna, FL and formerly of Vernon and Meriden, passed away on Wednesday, (October 24, 2012) at John Dempsey Hospital in Farmington. Born and raised in Meriden, Frederic was the son of the late Leroy and Grace (Olney) Hobson. A veteran, Frederic proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Pratt & Whitney Aircraft for over 35 years. Frederic was a Volunteer Firefighter for the S. Meriden Fire Department and a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks in Connecticut and Florida. In his leisure time, he enjoyed golfing and fishing. Frederic is survived by his daughters, Kyleen J. Zaleski and her husband, Matthew of Newington, Kimberly A. McDonough and her husband, Brian of Vancouver, WA; his brother, David Hobson and his wife, Diane, his sister, Carol Hobson, all of ME; his mother-in-law, Asunta Bridge of Waterford; and his grandchildren, Riley, Henry and Eli. Frederic was predeceased by his wife Catherine (Bridge) Hobson.
Funeral services and burial for Frederic will be held at the convenience of the family. The Newington Memorial Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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Yvette & Robert LeBlanc
October 30, 2012
Me and my husband are glad we got to know you. We will miss you as a friend.
From Diane Murray's parents from Canada.
Fred and I
Diane
October 29, 2012
I will miss you so much my friend and neighbor all our talks and laughs you were more like family to me too. Will never forget you!
October 27, 2012
We were saddened to hear about Fred. He was such a nice man. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Ann and Carlo
Newington Memorial Funeral Home
October 26, 2012
With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.
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