William "Bill" Solecki Jr.

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William Solecki Obituary

Name: Visitation for William "Bill" Solecki Jr.
Start: 2014-01-21T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2014-01-21T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home

William "Bill" Solecki, Jr., 67, of East Hartford, beloved husband for over 45 years of Stella (Fox) Solecki, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 9, 2014 at Hartford Hospital. Born in Belgium to the late William, Sr. and Olga (Burch) Solecki, he came to the US as a young man and met and married his wife Stella in Massachusetts before settling in East Hartford over 30 years ago. Bill served his country proudly with the US Navy and loved the casino, target practice at the firing range and doing home improvements around the house or for his childrens' homes. But most important was his family who meant the world to him. Besides his wife Stella, he is survived by his son Johnny Blinn of Windsor; his daughters April Solecki of Manchester, Sharon Pinkham of Enfield, Laurie Bani Essa and her husband Adell of Broad Brook, and Serena Blinn of Orange, MA; his granddaughter Danielle Barker of Boston; his brothers John Solecki and his wife Teddi of Agawam, MA and Michael Solecki and his wife Kathleen of Wilton; his sisters Joanna Kostopolus and her husband William of Chicopee, MA, Sonia Cavanagh and her husband John of Cleveland, OH and Anna Palmer of Chicopee, MA; and many loving nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 6 PM Tuesday, January 21 at the Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home, 419 Buckland Rd South Windsor. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 5 PM to 6 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. For online condolences please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com

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Published by Hartford Courant on Jan. 15, 2014.

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January 21, 2014

Daddy,
You came to us so long ago when I was just five you know. The joining of our families together brought new grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins, which was a treasure none of us expected. Weddings, birthdays, holidays and anniversaries we spent together with you were perfected. You taught us right from wrong. You showed us how to be strong. You and mom did your very best to keep us all safe and together in our family nest. You taught me how to ride a bike when I was just a little tyke. You worked hard for us and played hard too. All our celebrations were filled with laughter because of you. Five children and your grandchild surely kept you busy, you listen to our grievances and never went into a tizzy. You gave the best advice whenever one of us was in strife. You show us how to live together to get the most out of life. You teased us all for that was your way, to make us laugh at ourselves and enjoy every day. You helped me with buying cars. You encouraged us to reach for the stars. When you and mom became ill, the road for us seemed all uphill. Even though you yourself were in pain and your heart was not strong, you persevered and still took care of us and mom. When I think of all the fun times we spent together the warmth of your love will will fill our hearts forever. When you left us for another place, instead of leaving a hole to fill, there is a wellspring of your love and laughter that is in our hearts still. We will miss you each and every passing moment Dad, you wonderful father of ours. Each time I called you, you ended the call the same way, so now I say it to you for the time when we will be together again. "Catch you later Daddy" We love you and miss you so very much.

Laurie and Adell Bani Essa

January 21, 2014

Billy, my sweet brother, if everyone had your outlook on life this would be a perfect world. I know mama and tato were waiting for you with open arms, you are not alone. Stella and kids he'll always be alive thru us, love you all.

Love you and will always miss you,
Anna

Pam Brown

January 20, 2014

April and family, i am so sorry to hear about your dad.I remember him at all the partys at the lake.Your in my prayers

January 20, 2014

April, You gave your father so much to be proud of! I know there will be a big hole in your life without him here for you. Please share my sympathy with Danielle and all the rest of your family. Virginia

January 18, 2014

Sorry for your loss.......Great neighbor......Gonna be missed...Sincerely Pat Bourassa

kim DeRoehn

January 17, 2014

April & Family,
So sorry to hear about your dad. He was a trip, we used to have so much fun with him at the casino. He will be missed.
Love, Kim & Dave DeRoehn

Tina Moauro

January 16, 2014

Sharon (Sunshine)
I am so sorry for your loss. I am here for you in your time of need. Love Ya Chicky!
Tina (Moonray) & Family

April Solecki

January 16, 2014

Oh my Dad, I miss you so
So sad it was your time to go
You gave me life, you taught me well
Will I see you again? Time will tell...
You cared for my siblings, like they were your own
Over the years, the love has grown
You cared for Mom when times were bad
Such a saint, thank god for Dad!
I cherished your advise, you knew it all
Though your height was short, you stood so tall!
You were always so fun, so damn cute!
Got to say, sometimes I wish you had a "mute"!
You drove me crazy at times, I cannot lie...
Somehow, I guess, I thought you would never die
So now, My DAD, I say goodbye
I miss you so, I need to cry
It's time to rest, you have been picked
Do behave up there! (I hear they are strict!)
So rest in peace dad, and wait for me!
I know, it was your time to be free...

Love,

Your Daughter,

April <3

January 15, 2014

Oh my Dad, I miss you so
So sad it was your time to go
You gave me life, you taught me well
Will I see you again? Time will tell….
You cared for my siblings, like they were your own,
Over the years, the love has grown
You cared for Mom when times were bad
Such a saint, thank god for Dad!
I cherished your advice, you knew it all
Your height was short, but you stood so tall!
You were always so fun, so damn cute!
Got to say, sometimes I wish you had a “Mute”!
You drove me crazy at times, I cannot lie
Somehow, I guess, I thought you would never die….
So now, My DAD, I say goodbye
I miss you so, I need to cry
It's time to rest, you have been picked
So behave up there! (I hear they are strict!)
So, rest in peace, Dad, and wait for me!
I know, it was your time to be free

Love,
You're Daughter,
April

Diane Savrine

January 15, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Now you have a very special angel sitting on your shoulder who will watch over you forever.

Serena Blinn

January 15, 2014

At a young age you took on all of us kids, Mom & even Gramma. You kept us safe gave us your love and taught us how to live, love and laugh. You were always there even when times were tough. One day we will all be with you again.
Really Really going to miss you !!!! Love you, your daughter Serena

Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home

January 15, 2014

Our sincere sympathies for your loss.

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