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David BISHOP Obituary
David Martin Bishop, 49, of Colchester, beloved husband of Jennie (King) Bishop, passed away unexpectedly Monday (Dec. 2, 2013). Born Nov. 20, 1964 in Princeton, IL, he was a son of the late Mary (Nally) Baker and Clifford Bishop. Dave was a aerospace supervisor for Electro-Methods in South Windsor for many years. An avid sports and outdoorsman, he was a member and Past President of the Skunkamaug Fish and Game Club in Hebron and a huge fan of the Chicago Bears. Most importantly, he was a devoted family man whom will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 28 years, sons, Brian and wife, Sarah of Ledyard and Nicholas and fiancée, Kayla Strachan of Colchester; granddaughter, Gabriella; brother, Curtis of Illinois; four step-siblings, Rodney Baker and LuAnn Baker, both of Illinois and Leslie Baker and Ronald Baker, both of Texas; parents-in-law, Sandra and Anthony Gaetano of Colchester and Richard King and Kathleen Gallant-King of E. Hampton; and numerous extended family members and friends. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his stepfather, Max Baker; and two brothers, Clifford and Willie. Friends may call starting at 9:30 AM Saturday (Dec. 7th) at the Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home, 167 Old Hartford Road, Colchester, before a Chapel Service with military honors at 11:30 AM. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Skungamaug F&G Club, P.O. Box 205, Hebron 06248. For online condolences, please visit www.auroramccarthyfuneralhome.com
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Tereasa Bishop Lewis
February 12, 2014
My prayers are with the family at this time of grief.
Kraig St. Pierre
December 18, 2013
Jennie:
I am very sorry for your loss. Please know you will all be in my thoughts and prayers in the difficult days ahead. From a very old friend.
Paula Ward
December 6, 2013
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
December 5, 2013
Jen, Brian and Nick
I am sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Raquel and Amber
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Evelyn Cannamela
December 5, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss.
Nora Cantele
December 5, 2013
Jennie and family - My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am so very sorry.
Bill & Joy morton
December 5, 2013
Jen, Brian and Nick we are so sorry for your loss, Dave was good man and will be missed by many people, You are in our thought's and prayers. Bill & joy
Mike and Ronelle Fiori
December 4, 2013
Jen, Brian, Nick and Family
We are so sorry for your loss. I know you must be devastated. :-( You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find some comfort in knowing that Dave will live on in your hearts and souls.
The Fiori Family?
john espinoza
December 4, 2013
Brian & Nick, Your Dad was a great man I was lucky to have known him. He always made me feel very welcome when I first joined the club. He will be greatly missed by so many. God bless you and your family.
sherrece
December 4, 2013
sorry for your loss!
Christine & Scott StOnge
December 4, 2013
Jennie & family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you always have love in your hearts.
amy binette (strickland)
December 4, 2013
Rest in peace Dave. You will be greatly missed! Jennie,our sincerest and deepest sympathies to your whole family. ?
December 4, 2013
Jen and family so sorry for yre loss.....prayers to you and yre family. Kellie
December 4, 2013
Jennie - We were deeply saddened by the news of Dave's passing. My heart felt condolences to you and your family.
- Steve & Darlene Taylor
Dianne Draghi
December 4, 2013
Jennie and Family:
Deepest heartfelt condolences. Dave was a good man and I feel blessed that our paths crossed. He is already missed at work. He always had a quick smile for everyone. He loved you guys a great deal and always spoke very highly about his family. You are in my thoughts and prayers - Dianne Draghi
Aurora Krupke
December 4, 2013
Jennie, Brian and Nick,
I don't even know where to start. My heart is hurting for you lose. Dave left his mark on many kids in this town over the years. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Rest In Peace Dave. You will be greatly missed.
Our love, Aurora, John, Kaila and Greg Krupke ??
Norma Wallace
December 4, 2013
Jen, Brian, Nick and all of your family out thoughts and prays are with you all
Michael St.Pierre
December 4, 2013
Jennie, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoghts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God bless you and your family.
Jami Haslam
December 4, 2013
Jennie, I am so sorry for your loss. Dave was a sweetheart and loved his family so much. You have my deepest sympathy and condolences. I love you and your wonderful family!
December 4, 2013
Jen, I feel great sorrow for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bonnie Pinnock
tammy christmas
December 3, 2013
Jennie I am so sorry for your loss
December 3, 2013
We are thinking of all of you and fond memories of Dave on the Cougar Field. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bob and Sue Gannon
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