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Elizabeth A. Sheehan

1932 - 2013

BORN

1932

DIED

2013

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Lastrina Family Funeral Home

491 High Street

Middletown, Connecticut

Elizabeth Sheehan Obituary

Elizabeth A. Sheehan 80, of Hickory Cir. Middletown wife of the late Henry J. Sheehan died on Monday, October 14th in Cromwell. Born on November 21, 1932 in Brooklyn, N.Y., daughter of the late Richard and Mary (Lanhan) Troy. Elizabeth had been a resident of Middletown most of her life and a member of St. Pius X Church. Elizabeth is survived by her loving family; a son and daughter-in-law Henry and Kathi Sheehan of Marlborough, 2 daughters and sons-in-law Patricia and Michael Cann of Middletown, Maureen and James Saraka of Middletown. A brother, Richard Troy, Jr. of Brooklyn, N.Y. , a sister, Dorothy Reilly of Brooklyn, N.Y. 8 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held on Thursday (10/17) at 10:00 A.M. at St. Pius X Church. Burial will be in the family plot in St. Sebastian cemetery. There are no calling hours. Those who wish may make memorial donations to the Alzheimer's Association, 2911 Dixwell Avenue, Suite 104, Hamden, CT. 06618. The Coughlin - Lastrina Funeral Home, 491 High Street, Middletown is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Middletown Press from Oct. 15 to Oct. 16, 2013.

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October 17, 2013

Maureen, Jim, Emily and Katie

Your Mom could make the sun shine on the darkest days. Her sense of humor was priceless and she had a positive effect on us all.
I share your sadness and hope your memories will keep your Mom close to your heart.

Patti DeCarli, Chester

Tara LaPila-Rux

October 16, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy are with you all.

October 16, 2013

Dear Pat, Joe, Maureen and Families, Aunt Ismay and I send our deepest sympathies, we loved Aunt Betty and have very fond memories of our times growing up, You all our in our thoughts and prayers at this time of great loss, Love cousin Evelyn and Aunt Ismay

October 16, 2013

Dear Pat , Joe and Maureen,

I loved Both Aunt Betty and Uncle Harry, always felt welcomed and love in their home, always keep us laughing :)
Our love & prayers
Lyn McCarthy Conlan

Margaret Ann McCarthy

October 16, 2013

God Bless you all and keep you safe in this time of sorrow. I know angels surround you now. Love cousin Margaret

October 15, 2013

God speed aunt betty, to those whom you loved and have passed before you, my family loved you very much and i am so sorry i did not visit you more often..love, eileen sheehan gonzalez and family xoxo

Elaine Jackson

October 15, 2013

Maureen, Jim, Emily and Katie,
Your mother was a special lady and always had us laughing at work. She cared about so many people and helping her family. She loved all of you so much. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers to your family at this time. Godspeed OL.. until we meet again.
Elaine, Seth, Eric and Casey Jackson

Felix Sheehan

October 15, 2013

Dear Pat , Joe and Maureen

Deepest sympathies during this very hard time . My thoughts are with you guys. If you need me for anything. Do not hesitate. o.k?

Felix

Terry & Wendy O'Rourke

October 15, 2013

Sorry for your loss RIP

Dawn Quintiliano

October 15, 2013

Maureen, Jim, Emily and Katie,
We will miss Nana and all of her antics. She was a great lady and fun to be around. Love and prayers to you all. The Quintiliano's

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