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for William Bromage
Elaine Eisenhauer Banta
June 13, 2010
Dearest Kathy, I am so so sorry to hear about your loss. You know where to find me. Love, Elaine
Fran Bania
October 1, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. We went to junior high and graduated from high school together. Life is but a fleeting moment.
Sandy Kanigowski
September 24, 2009
I had the honor of working with Bill at Hartford National Bank and then at Connecticut National Mortgage Company. His warm greeting and positive attitude created a work environment that made everyone willing give their best every day. I still recall a time when I stopped in the office in downtown Hartford to show my 10 year old daughter my work space. It was Columbus Day, so I did not expect anyone else to be there. Much to my surprise, Bill was working but took the time to invite us into his office to see the view of Bushnell Park. His kindness was evident in everything he did. He will be missed.
Dick Clinton
September 23, 2009
Family of Bill, I was shocked to hear of BILLS passing. He was an old friend from Hartford National days, honest with a great sense of humor and a smile always on his face.
Bill Sheridan
September 23, 2009
Tommy
I just heard yesterday of your fathers passing. It was quite a shock. I remember coaching with and against Bill in Little League. He may have been the perfect coach, great baseball knowledge, fiercely competitive on the field, and the most friendly gentleman after the game was over. I alwayas enjoyed being around your Dad, he had that great laugh.
September 21, 2009
Kathy, Billy, Tommy and Andrew,
I was sorry to hear about Uncle Bill's passing. A few of the many fond memories I have are visiting him in his 19th floor office in Hartford in the late 80's, the fireworks in Granby at Christmas and the trip to Colorado College to see Billy graduate. The Rockies game on that rainy night with the rally song, what a great time. So many good memories, he was certainly a great uncle. a class act and devoted family man. Sorry I could not be there for the service.
All my love,
Bob Bromage
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Clem Mazgelis
September 21, 2009
Kathy and Bromage family- Gael and I were very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Jim Adams
September 20, 2009
Kathy and family,
Robin and I just heard of Bill's passing. our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Bill was like a ray of sunshine when he entered a room. His optimistic, good natured personality will be missed by all of us that have had the opportunity to share a part of his life. We will miss him. Jim & Robin Adams
Michelle (Casale)Soldat
September 20, 2009
Kathy, I just heard of Bill's passing-My deepest sympathy go to you and your family. My fondest memory is of your wedding-what a great and beautiful day. John and I had so much fun getting to meet Bill's sons-And of course you both looked so perfect together-After 10 years of my John being gone I can tell you it does get easier-never goes away-But, I have great memories that keep me going-Take care of yourself-my thoughts and prayers are with you!
Elaine Pullen
September 18, 2009
Dear Kathy,
I am deeply saddened and shocked by Bill's passing. I thought of you together as the perfect power couple with a loving, wonderfully generous and fun loving relationship, but how could anyone have seen this in your future. If there is anything I can do please dont hesitate to ask.
With sympathy
Elaine
September 18, 2009
With sympathy and prayers. May Our Lord lift you from the darkness of this grief to the bright promise of immortality.
Friends at Sacred Heart Parish; Suffield, CT
Deb Bongiovanni
September 17, 2009
Dear Bromage Family,
My sincere condolences for your loss. You shall be in my thoughts and prayers.
Joe Greenough
September 17, 2009
Dear Bromage family,
I worked for Bill at Shawmut National, he was a geat boss and respected by employees throughout the organization. It was an honor and pleasure to have work with Bill.
My sincere condolences for your loss. You shall be in my thoughts and prayers.
Ron Lubin
September 17, 2009
To the Bromage Family,
I worked with Bill during some difficult years in the banking industry and came to admire Bill's leadership and sense of humor in the face of trying situations. He will always stand as one of my greatest role models. My sincere condolences to your family.
Bloomfied Office Webster Bank
September 17, 2009
To the Bromage Family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. As employees Of Webster Bank we are also saddened by the loss of Mr. Bromage and are appreciative of his contributions to helping make Webster Bank such a great place to work. Our prayer is that you will be strengthened during this time of loss. God bless you!!!
Steve Malley
September 17, 2009
I'm afraid I've lost my best and closest friend from my high school and college years. Bill and I grew up together on New King Street but didn't become really close until high school. Maybe because I finally recognized here was a guy with not only a drivers license but car too. I was looking at a little league team picture last nite. Chamber of Commerce sponsored and his dad was the coach. Boy the uniforms were not form fitting back then. I remember standing next to Bill when his brother Dewey (Howie that is) tossed the b-ball over the fence during a memorial park summer game and Bill immediately explained why the ref's call was bad and Dewey had taken the right action. Oh yea!!! The basketball uniforms didn't improve in high school but we got the new gym and Bill could sink those baseline jumpers in that 1-3-1 offense we played back then. We would see each other during time off from college and continue to make those long drives with Tommy Quinlain on Sundays to the beaches in R.I. He would visit me up at Providence for basketball games (what else) and I'd spend time at Wesleyan at the frat house. Of course as we got older and I moved from the area we lost all but occasional contact. I last saw Bill in '01 when he amongst others of the old crew were kind enough to be at my dad's funeral. But I can tell you that right now I have a big empty feeling in my heart which just shows that the passing of time never diminishes the important things in one's life and that was Bill's friendship during a special part of mine. My sincere condolences to the entire Bromage family.
Paul Garstka
September 17, 2009
Kathy and Howie, I cannot begin to express my feelings over your loss. I was shocked by the news. My deepest sympathies are with you and your families during this time. Bill and I grew up together and shared a deep love of sports and coaching. We played together on the Greys basketball team, Little League and Babe Ruth baseball, played peegee behind the High School, watched the football Giants on TV in the Bromage basement, and hung out nightly at the Bowling Alley and Friendly's during the summer. I will always have these memories and be able to reflect back on them as the Best of Times.
I am deeply sorry for your loss and will say prayers to help all of you to get through this difficult time.
Kathryn Tobey
September 17, 2009
Billy, Tommy and Andrew
My heart is so heavy thinking of your loss. Your father was a good man. I will always remember the amazing times we all had together as children. Please know all of you and your mother are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Michael Blowen
September 17, 2009
Dear Howie and the extended Bromage family,
Tom Tyler was considerate enough to call me yesterday and tell me the sad news of Bill's passing. I am sorry I can't be with you but our thoughts are with you in this very difficult time. I lve in Kentucky and run a retirement home for old Thoroughbred athletes. I want to thank Howie so much for all he did for me growing up...All the Best, Michael lowen
Matt Gilbert
September 17, 2009
To the Bromage family,
My deepest sympathy. Mr. Bromage was my little league coach from the time I was 10 years old to 15. My father was his assistant for those years. He and I had a very special connection. There were times where I would come off the field making a bad play and he would ask me what I did wrong. I’d just look at him and say “I know what I did.” He would reply “Why did you do it” as he put his arm around me.
He taught all of his players a how to be work hard, be good teammates, and study hard in the classroom. As time went on and I stopped playing baseball and concentrated on hockey, the values Mr. Bromage taught me stayed with me and are still with me today.
One sticks out. While in all-stars when I was 11 he taught us how to “tip your cap” the proper way when your name is called over the P.A. system. Some of us did and some didn’t. Today Mr. Bromage, I “tip my cap” to you for all of the wonderful memories you have given to so many people.
Mr.&Mrs.John Giusti Sr.
September 17, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ashley Quinlan
September 16, 2009
The Bromage family, Kathy,Billy,Tom, Andy, and Ginny,
I was shocked to learn this tragic news. You are all in my prayers. Bill and my father were best friends growing up and remained friends forever; every childhood story my dad tells included bill. My father loved Bill so much that my mother and father asked him to be my god father. Bill was such an easy person to talk to, fun, and had the best laugh! ALthough it was cut short he lived a great life of accomplishments; his work but more importantly the great family he raised. BIlly, Tom, Andy, Kathy, and Ginny there is no words to describe how much my heart goes out to you. Memories and stories will last forever. Im just one person and have so many great memories of our families growing up together. One thing I always laugh about with my dad was when Bill, used to say when i was only 6, "ashley tell me your story" and i would just babble nonsense!.....he was a jokester. Im truely sorry for your great loss
With Love, Ashley Quinlan
September 16, 2009
Kathy, I am thinking of all the Bromage family and wishing them comfort and peace during this difficult time. I have known Bill since we were 13 years old. We were best “buddies” all through high school and college, as time passed by we seldom saw each other, but when we did, we talked as if time had not passed. It is easy for me to say that he is at peace, but that does not take away the pain you are experiencing. From my own experience of losing my husband at the age of 39, it takes time. You are very fortunate to have the loving family who will be very supportive and there for you always! Once again, I am so sorry for your loss. Eileen Welch, Windsor Locks, CT
Eileen Welch
September 16, 2009
Kathy, I am thinking of all the Bromage family and wishing them comfort and peace during this difficult time. I have known Bill since we were 13 years old. We were best “buddies” all through high school and college, as time passed by we seldom saw each other, but when we did, we talked as if time had not passed. It is easy for me to say that he is at peace, but that does not take away the pain you are experiencing. From my own experience of losing my husband at the age of 39, it takes time. You are very fortunate to have the loving family who will be very supportive and there for you always! Once again, I am so sorry for your loss. Eileen Welch, Windsor Locks, CT
Paul Winiarski
September 16, 2009
Dear Bromage Family,
Mr. Bromage was my little league coach. He was a passionate and caring person who I am grateful for. The life lessons that we learned at such a young age have impacted me forever. He believed in each and every one of his players. He taught us to care about each other, to believe in each other, to stick up for your teammates and for your players, and to run out every routine ground ball because if you run your hardest… you can make the impossible possible.
It has been 20 years since Mr. Bromage was my little league coach and he made a big impact and because of that I am a better person today. Also, my students and my son will be as well.
He has often been thought of as one of my heroes and I want to say “Thank you.”
My condolences to you.
Rich & Diane Grzelak
September 16, 2009
Dear Howie,
We are sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Our condolences to you and the entire Bromage family.
Rich and Diane Grzelak
Fred Eigenbrod
September 16, 2009
Kathy and Bromage family, please accept my deepest sympathies. I had the privilege of working for Bill for several years at Hartford National. He was a terrific boss who always looked out for his employees. He was one of the brightest senior officers at the bank. We would often swap stories of our sons adventures in Little League, basketball or soccer. Just a great guy.
Carole Wiley
September 16, 2009
Kathy,
I'm so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was an inspiration to so many and shared a pervasive good humor and sense of play along with his goodwill.
Rob & Mary Alice Lamb
September 16, 2009
We are thinking of all the Bromage family and wishing them comfort and peace during this difficult time. We know that Mr. Bromage must have been very proud of his three wonderful boys and their families. We will continue to hold them, and his wife Kathy, in the light for the days to come.
Keith McNamara
September 16, 2009
To the entire Bromage family;
I worked with Bill at Hartford National and followed his career through Webster, crossing paths from time to time.
He was a wonderful man.
My most sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Warmest regards,
Keith McNamara
Donna A. Long
September 16, 2009
I am a Webster employee who had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Bromage and is so sorry to hear of his passing. He was a very nice, positive, upbeat individual and full of energy. Just hold on to all your beautiful memories and the Lord will bring your through this very difficult time.
September 16, 2009
Though my sense of loss is deep, my gratitude from having him as my friend and being his friend for all of these years is even deeper. My heart goes out to Kathy and the family - he loved all of you so very much. Our love and sympathy are with you, Ellen Levine and Michael Carter
Robert Haase
September 16, 2009
I did not know Bill, but I knew of him from his proud father, Howard. Howard was my instructor in 1959 when I was a Field Representative Trainee with Aetna, and from 1962 to 1965, he was my boss when I was an instructor at Aetna's Home Office Sales Course. If Bill was anything like his father (and I'm sure he was), he must have been a great guy. My condolences to the family.
Mary Koenig
September 16, 2009
Kathy, couldn't believe the news of Bill's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bree Pelczar
September 16, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Bill was a great man and I enjoyed working with him.
Bree Pelczar
Board Liaison, Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc.
Duane Lavalette
September 16, 2009
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing.. My condolences are extended to the entire Bromage family
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