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Ellen Bushnell Obituary
She was the beloved wife of 60 years to Donald S. Bushnell and daughter of the late John and Eva Marie (Valliere) O'Connor. Ellen was born on July 8, 1931, in Laconia, N.H. and had resided in Somers for the past 43 years and in Ellington for several years before that. She worked for 40 years with the Somers school system at Somersville Elementary School, where she started as a volunteer lunch aide, then became a teacher's aide, and until a few years ago was the coordinator for the substitute teachers. Ellen was a Brownie and Girl Scout Leader and cheerleading coach. In her leisure time she enjoyed cooking, crossword puzzles, trips and vacationing in Maine, flower gardening, and loved her pet dogs and especially loved spending time with family. Ellen was a longtime parishioner of All Saints Church.
Besides her beloved husband, Donald; she is survived by her loving children, Steven J. Bushnell and wife, Julie, of Somers, James L. Bushnell of Ellington, and Leslie A. Dolby and husband, Wayne, of North Kingstown, R.I.; her cherished grandchildren, Steven M. Bushnell and wife, Jacqui, Jennifer Lynn Bushnell, Matthew V. Dolby and wife, Cassie, and Meagan L. Dolby; and a great-grandson, Landon James Bushnell. Ellen is also survived by a sister, Elizabeth Gilbert of New Hampshire; along with many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter Barbara E. Bushnell (1989); two sisters, Mary Haddock and Irene Adams; and a brother, Donald O'Connor.
Relatives and friends may gather with her family during calling hours on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Browne Memorial Funeral Chapels, 43 Shaker Road, Enfield.
The funeral procession will form on Monday, Jan. 13, at the funeral home at 9:30 a.m. to All Saints Church, 25 School St., Somerville, for a 10:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in the Somers Center Cemetery, Somers.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the DAV (Disabled American Veterans) P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301; or the ASPCA, 359 Spring Hill Road, Monroe, CT 06468.
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Beverly Drouin
January 16, 2014
To all of Ellen's family. I just heard of the passing & wanted to express my sincere sadness to you. I worked with Ellen for many years at the school & was a neighbor down the street. We used to walk Hall Hill all the time. I cherish so many fond memories of this Lovely, Compassionate lady. I used to come to the house to visit her & the dogs. That dog (120 lbs.) loved to sit on my lap. We laughed so hard. It's been awhile since I have seen her but I was just thinking of her last week. She must have visited me as she passed. I will keep her & all of you in my thoughts & prayers. Thanks for sharing such a Wonderful Lady with us all. I will always remember her.
Lynne Romano
January 13, 2014
Sincere condolences to the Bushnell family. Thoughts and prayers from the Small Christian Communities office at St. Thomas Seminary.
January 12, 2014
To all the Bushnell`s So sorry to hear
about our friend which we shared many
years and wonderful memories We love
you all and wish we could be with you at this time Priscilla and Lawrence
Cyr and family
We reside in Sebastian Fl at this time
our love to all
January 12, 2014
Dear Don, Steve, Jim & Leslie-- so sorry to hear of the passing of your wonderful Mom Ellen -- My sympathy & prayers and Love to all at this time-- I guess we can take comfort Knowing your Mom & Mine are up there probably playing cards and Having a few cocktails and laughing together again-- Love to all -- I am unfortunately working today so won't be able to make it to the wake in time but Love to all--- Lori (Reardon) Chiarenza
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