Name: Visitation for Carlton F. Colby
Start: 2016-05-26T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-05-26T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Carmon Windsor Funeral Home

Carlton F. Colby, 81, of Windsor, beloved husband of Antoinette (Levesque) Colby, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 23, 2016. He was born September 30, 1934 in Charlestown, NH to the late Thomas Jefferson and Evelyn Frances (Whittier) Colby. Carlton served his country honorably in the USAFSS during the Korean War and the ensuing years overseas. He had been an Applications Analyst with Pratt & Whitney before his retirement and enjoyed woodworking, refurbishing antiques and making furniture. He volunteered for the Red Cross and adored his cat, Tigger. In addition to his loving wife Antoinette he is survived by his children, Dyanne Chace of Marlborough; Donna Yeakley and her husband John of North Granby; Scott Thomas Robertson and his wife, Josie of Manchester; Sheri Lynn Rave-Indranathan and her husband Mathi of East Hartford; eight grandchildren, John Jr., Jeremiah, Jonah, Dustin, Colby, Julia, Ella and Zachary. He is also survived by four great grandchildren, Destiny, Nathan, Kaylie and Callie. In addition to his parents, Carlton was predeceased by his first wife, Jacquelyn (Costello) Colby, his brothers, Ralph, Donald and Lewis Colby, his sisters, Rose Matthews, Vivian Naschke and Ruth Smith and his grandson, Jacob Yeakley. A Graveside Service with Military Honors will be held on Friday, May 27, 10:30 a.m. at the Windsor Veterans Memorial Cemetery, East St., Windsor. His family will receive friends on Thursday, May 26, from 4-7 p.m. at the Carmon Windsor Funeral Home, 807 Bloomfield Ave., Windsor. The family would like to extend a special thank you for the excellent care provided by the GHCC staff and his good friend Ernie Martinez for looking out for Carl. Donations in Carlton's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 825 Brook St - I-91 Tech Ctr., Rocky Hill, CT 06067. For online condolences please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on May 24, 2016.

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May 28, 2016

DEAR TONI,SO SORRY TO HEAR OF CARLS PASSING.GIVE MY REGARDS TO ALL THE FAMILY.. HOPE YOU ARE WELL..EMAIL ME AND LET ME KNOW HOW YOU ARE..MY ADDRESS IS [email protected] CARE..

Linda Murtagh

May 26, 2016

Uncle Carlton - I am going to miss your
e-mails and especially I will miss talking
with you. I did not know my father's side
of the family that well, but I'm glad there
was you to tell me about the family. I know
Dad will be there to meet you in Heaven and
all the family gathering around and singing, playing there musical instruments.
And here's a quote I thought was nice
"Heaven is a place nearby. So there's no
need to say Goodbye." And Toni thank you
for taking good care and loving my uncle.
You are a blessing. Linda & Lee

Michael and Donna Taylor

May 25, 2016

Our deepest condolences to Toni and Family. He was friendly to us when we first arrived in the neighborhood and even presented us with a hand built birdhouse, which we still have. He was always so kind and encouraging to our son and we are better for knowing him. We are so sorry for all the problems he had gone through over the past couple of years and will definitely miss his easy-going manner.

Elenor Berquist

May 25, 2016

My Uncle lived with us for a few years, when I was 4/5 years old. I would sit on his lap and he would have an ice cube in his mouth and he would say he swallowed it and burp it up. I would tease him to perform this amazing trick over and over again ! He was so awesome!

Shelley

May 25, 2016

My deepest sympathy to the Colby family. Carl was a fantastic person and a great neighbor. He will be sorely missed by everyone who has had the pleasure of knowing him.

Lydia & Samuel DeJesus

May 25, 2016

Our deepest condolences to the family . Our family will miss you papa Carl, RIP as we know your in the Lord's kingdom. In 13 yrs that we were neighbors you became part of our family and will always be. You were so special to our grandkids, Samantha, Sunshine, Lucas, and Noah, and our kids, Sammy, Anna, and even Benny our dog looks for you near the fence as you always gave him a treat. You will always be in our hearts. Thank you Sir for your service to our country. Toni we are a phone call away, we are here for you, your not alone. May the Lord give you strength during this difficult time.

Rosie Smith-Hull

May 24, 2016

The memories that myself and my two sisters have and my brother have had for many years are great memories.
Uncle Sonny moved in with my family when I was around 4 years old but I can't remember that. My MOM Ruth Colby Smith took Uncle in when his MOM passed away. He lived with us for about four years. Uncle Sonny was my favorite Uncle. Every time I saw him he would start picking on me, And Guess What I gave it right back to him. He loved it as I did. I'm so thankful that last month we the Smith brats kids, Eleanor, Rosie & Luci went to visit him in the nursing home. He will always be remembered with love. Aunt Toni was the best thing that happened to my Uncle. For many years Uncle was alone after Aunt Jackie passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with Toni and her family. Note to Donna & Dianne, remember where we live. David bought MOM's house. come visit anytime. Aunt Toni you know you are also to visit us. Toni get on line to send me e-mail.. LOVE & Blessings Rosie and Ray

Judy L. Hayward

May 24, 2016

Please accept my heartfelt sympathies. Uncle Carlton holds a special place in my heart. I have many happy memories of good visits filled with humor and stories of the childhood he, my mom and their siblings shared, particularly in North Charlestown, NH. I, too, rejoice in the resurrection with our Lord and Savior and am grateful to know that he had many loved ones waiting for him upon his arrival in Heaven. Judy L. Hayward

Paul and Brenda Allaire

May 24, 2016

Our deepest condolences to Antoinette and all of Carl's family. Carl was a good friend for 54 years. We go all the way back to the days of punched cards at P&W. He was a man of conviction and determination. He survived the loss of his home during a tornado, rebuilt but never complained. During many phone calls, he never once complained or felt bitter about his illness. We thank him for his service to his country. We'll miss his smile and quips over dinner on our visits to Ct.

Carmon Community Funeral Homes

May 24, 2016

With deepest sympathy during this time of difficulty.

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