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Michelle HALVORSEN Obituary
HALVORSEN, Michelle
Michelle C. Halvorsen, 51, cherished wife of John J. Halvorsen, of South Windsor, joined her beloved son, Bobby, in Heaven, Monday (July 1, 2013). After a long and courageous battle with Breast Cancer she passed away surrounded by her loving family. Born in Manchester November 1, 1961, daughter of the late, Robert and Arlene (Coville) Croteau she had lived in South Windsor for most of her life. Michelle loved her position as a Manager for Hartford Investment Management Company (HIMCO). Michelle cherished the time she spent with her family. She also had a passion for golf and spent many weekends with her husband, on the course, where she consistently beat him. In addition to her loving husband of almost 33 years, she leaves her son, Jeremy Halvorsen of South Windsor; daughter-in-law, Erica Halvorsen of Ellington; her granddaughter, Madison Halvorsen, who was the love of her life; three sisters, Robin Bond and her husband Richard of South Windsor, Dee Yanaros and her husband Chris of Ellington and Nikki Crane and her husband Ed of East Hartford; and her nieces and nephews Michael, Katie, Ben, Jerod, and Logan. She was predeceased by her son, Robert (Bobby) Halvorsen.
Her family will receive friends, Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home, 419 Buckland Road, South Windsor. The funeral service will be held, Saturday at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Wapping Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Helen and Harry Gray Cancer Center at Hartford Hospital, 80 Seymour Street, P.O. Box 5037, Hartford, CT 06102. For online expressions of sympathy, please visit us at www.carmonfuneralhome.com.
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for Michelle HALVORSEN
July 16, 2013
I worked with Michelle at Aetna and remember when she was having her boys. She was fun and we had so many good times! I am very sorry to hear of her passing. My sympathies to all of her family.
Kris Jenkins, South Windsor
Steven Muise
July 5, 2013
It's been a long time since I've seen John or Shelly.But the times and memories we had at the donut shop and McDonalds and cruizin (behind the belvedere of course)will always be in our memories.Shelly will always be in our hearts.My condolences to John and the family.
Vicki Fortier
July 5, 2013
I have only known Michelle for 2 years here at HIMCO, but I know her spirit has made an impact on all lives she touched. What a wonderful human being. I am honored to have known her. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends.
Carl & Steph Beekman
July 5, 2013
You and your family are in our hearts and prayers, John. We remember many fun filled evenings at the Beekman Bar and on the Kissimmee Bay golf course. We cherish those memories. Be kind to yourself as you move through the recovery process. We love you, Carl & Steph
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Philip & Michelle Donagher
July 5, 2013
I had the pleasure of working with Michelle at HIMCO. She had a great sense of humor, was smart and someone who enjoyed a good laugh. I will always remember the various pictures of her grandaughter as her screen saver on her computer. Michelle was so proud of her. I always appreciated how Michelle occasionally asked to see pictures of my children. It meant a lot to me. My sincere deepest sympathy goes out to John, and all of the family and friends of Michelle. She was and is a special woman.
God Bless,
Philip
Jim Sena
July 5, 2013
Michelle hired me into Aeltus back in 98. I had the privilege of learning from her both professionally and personally. She would always light up when talking about her family. The boat shows, football games, graduations, Florida, golf and her princess Madison. I feel like I watched Madison grow up from all the pictures and screen savers at her desk. The first thing I did at HIMCO when I started working there was visit Michelle and get caught up on what Madison was doing! My deepest sympathies to her family.
Kathy Leathers-Nohmy Ted Williams
July 5, 2013
I went to school w Michelle. She was on my bus route. Back then we were different people. Her and I were not close but we were classmates nonetheless. We grew up. Graduated. 22 yrs later our paths crossed. She's now married to John who is my fiance, Ted William's friend! We caught up some at our 25th class reunion. As uneventful as it seemed, all of our lives are touched. We walk similar paths and our lives are all interconnected sometimes without really knowing it. What I'll always remember about Michelle IS her smile.
My thoughts n prayers to everyone during this difficult time.
Maurice Womack
July 4, 2013
I can't believe I am here, writing to you. You we an amazing Mother Wife and Woman! I miss you already way too much! There will ALWAYS be a huge place in my heart for you. You are free now. Tell Bobby and Mom Mom I love them.
Art,Linky,Aaron and Jacob Sladyk
July 4, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Halvorsen/Croteau family. Everyone should be blessed enough to have the kind of relationship John and Michelle had. The true definition of "soul mates". How many couples after 33 years of marriage still walk out to the mailbox together? We are sad she is gone but her parents and Bobby are saying with a smile, she is here! God Bless
Nick Petrasso
July 3, 2013
I grew up with John we went to school together since kindergarten. We lived in the same neighborhood and where friends after we left school. We would hang around at the McDonalds when cars seemed to be the most important things in our lives. John meet Shelly and you could see they where one of those couples that was just meant to be together. They started there lives and some of us moved away. The distance may be far my sincerest of sympathies to John and his family
Madison Halvorsen
July 3, 2013
Grammy, I love you and miss you. Cabuja!
July 3, 2013
Dear family of Michelle: I worked with Michelle for over 10 years at ING. She was a delight to work with. She always was professional, good natured and well liked. I always liked her openess and honesty. It is such a tragety to loose her so soon. I was saddened to hear this news. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. Lisa & Dean Houle
Jane and John Morano
July 3, 2013
With our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gary Uhley
July 3, 2013
Meeting Michelle was like greeting a long-lost relative, always a warm sincere individual, she was a breath of fresh air. My wife and I are lucky to have had this one chance to finally meet her.
July 3, 2013
My sincere sympathy to Michelle's family. I met Michelle while working at Aeltus/ING. She loved talking about her granddaughter and family. Michelle was a very warm & caring person. She will be missed by everyone who knew her.
She's now with Bobby watching over her beloved family.
Jo-Ann Litrico
Chris and Bill Dewlin
July 3, 2013
Deepest sympathy Jeremy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carolyn Small
July 3, 2013
Michelle was wonderful to work with and I always enjoyed hearing about her beloved granddaughter Madison. She will be missed. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Brendan Young
July 3, 2013
I unfortunately only got to meet Michelle once. But came away from those few days with a friend that I will remember forever. What a remarkable woman! I feel truly blessed to have been able to call her a friend. My deepest of sympathy to all her family.
Rose & Larry Brown
July 3, 2013
To Michelle, and to the Halvorsen Family:
I had the pleasure of working with Michelle, and knowing her and the family for a long time. Our children grew up together and all became young men. Levi will always look up to you and John. You have always been special to us. You made so many people smile, and laugh. You will never be forgotten, and say hello to Bobby from us. We love you all.
Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home
July 3, 2013
Our sincere sympathies for your loss.
Lorraine Muir
July 3, 2013
With deepest sympathy.
Michelle will be sincerely missed.
July 3, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We were so sorry to hear of Michelle's passing. We have so many wonderful memories because of the two of you and how kind and giving you have been. We send our love to you. Sue and Doyle Vander Pol
Rick Small
July 3, 2013
Funny how time slips by. I remember Shelly and John cruising around in his cars back when hanging out was the thing to do. They were so much in love. Then came marriage and a family. They stayed together through thick and thin, and their love grew stronger. I always thought that when the busy-ness of raising kids was over we would somehow all find time to get together and hang out again. What's important is that John and Shelly appreciated each other and stayed in love as they promised each other that wedding day so long ago. I'm proud to count Shelly and John as my friends, sorry I missed out on seeing her raise her family,sad she left us so early, but happy she's with Bobby. My prayers are with you John.
Claudia McCalla
July 3, 2013
During your time of sorrow never forget God is near. Your entire family is in my prayers.
July 3, 2013
Robin, Rich,
The Lord is with you and your sister. Peace to all of you.
Judy Carino
July 3, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss...
Liz & Packi Pendleton
Mike Halvorsen
July 3, 2013
We've lost a great lady. Now who's going to call first thing in the morning on our birthday to sing? Rest in peace. I will miss you.
Martin Lilienthal
July 3, 2013
I had the pleasure of working with Michelle at Aeltus, ING and HIMCO. She was a remarkable woman who was always great to work with.
So sorry for your loss.
Cathy Popoff
July 3, 2013
It was a joy and an inspiration working with Michelle and we will all miss her. My deepest sympathies go out to her family and friends.
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