Doreen Hollister Obituary



Doreen E. (Agostinelli) Hollister, 65, of Coventry, formally of Tolland, passed away on July 15, 2014 surrounded by family at Connecticut Hospice in Branford. She was the beloved wife of Gary B. Hollister for 45 years. Together they ran Hollister Plumbing and Heating. Doreen was born in Riverdale, New York on March 8, 1949 to Teresa Dufour (Clarence) of Vernon and the late Rolando Reno Agostinelli (Virginia) of Pittsfield, ME, formally of Vernon. Besides her husband, she is survived by her daughter Heather L. Bihlmeyer and husband Richard of Newington and her son Timothy Hollister and his wife Joy of Middletown. She also leaves behind her beloved granddaughter Rachel M. Bihlmeyer of Newington, her dog Daisy, and grand dogs Jasmine and Tonka. She is also survived by her siblings Ronald Agostinelli of Vernon, Richard Agostinelli (Sharon ) of East Hampton and Laura McClellan ( Robert) of Willington, as well as, brother-in-law Dale Hollister of Manchester and sister-in-law Paula Hollister of Vernon. She also leaves behind many beloved nieces, nephews and extended family. Doreen was predeceased by her brother-in-law David Hollister of Vernon and sister-in-law Patricia Delorme of Vernon. Doreen loved spending timewith family and took pride in being perfectly put together even on the days she was ill. Doreen looked forward to their trips to Florida, particulary Disney. While there, she enjoyed visiting Earl and the late Claire Hollister along with their extended family. She also enjoyed her close friendship with Elaine Lerch of Coventry. Everywhere Doreen went people were drawn to her. She easily carried on conversations with people she just met. Doreen was truly a shining star to everyone. The family would like to thank the staff at Windham Hospital, LIfe Star, The Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven, Dr. Sznol and staff of Yale New Haven, and Connecticut Hospice for the wonderful care they provided for her. A memorial service will be held at the South Methodist Church at 1226 Main St., Manchester, Ct. at 10:00 am on Saturday, July 26, 2014. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Smilow Cancer Hospital Foundation Closer To Free, P.O. Box 7611, New Haven, Ct. 06519 or online at www.giveclosertofree.org or Connecticut Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd, Branford, Ct. 06405. Although Doreen had a genetic version of Melanoma, the family still urges everyone to get yearly skin checks by their Dermatologist.

Published by Hartford Courant on Jul. 23, 2014.
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Gary - I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.

Rebecca Jones Groene

July 28, 2014

I will always remember her. So so sadden by her passing.
Pat Damato

July 27, 2014

Doreen will be surely missed. Her light will continue to shine in God's kingdom and in our hearts.

Elaine and Arn Lerch

July 25, 2014

Doreen will be greatly missed by the staff of Studio Central. She was always a bright spot in our day. In gratitude for her beautiful presence & in sadness of her loss, our prayers & love go out to all her family.

Studio Central

July 24, 2014

So sorry to hear of Doreen 's passing. She will always be with you and your family. Love lives forever in our hearts and memories. She was a beautiful person.

CAROLYN ZINSER

July 24, 2014

Gary, Heather, Timmy and Rachael .I am truly sorry for your loss, Our loss. She was and will remain forever in my heart as I know she will all of yours.Marcie

July 23, 2014

God bless you and your loved ones ~ Rest in peace.

Jane Dowling

July 23, 2014

Gary,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. May God Bless you and keep you.

Sincerely,
Mary Granato
Damato Apartments-New State Road
Manchester

July 23, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Claudia Greaser

July 23, 2014

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