Gustavson, Ronnie
Ronnie Gustavson, 87, of Danbury, wife of the late Raymond H. Gustavson, died on Monday evening, February 10, 2014 at The Kent, Kent, CT.
Mrs. Gustavson was born in Seymour, CT, August 31, 1926, a daughter of the late Peter and Bertha (Kubisek) Solomon.
A resident of Danbury since early childhood, she attended Locust Ave. School and graduated from Danbury High School-Class of 1944.
Mrs. Gustavson was a retired legal secretary having been employed with the Law Firm of Martin Rader, Sr. and Martin Rader, Jr. Prior to being a legal secretary, Mrs. Gustavson served as secretary to the late J. Thayer Bowman, former Mayor of the City of Danbury
Active in the local Republican Party, she was a former member of the Y.G.O.P., Danbury Republican Women's Club, the Republican Town Committee and served as an election poll moderator.
Mrs. Gustavson is survived by a daughter, Deborah Cassavechia and her husband, Larry of Danbury; two sons, Raymond H. Gustavson and his wife, Mary Agnes of Mont Clair, VA and Eric P. Gustavson and his wife, Pamela of Brookfield; a brother, William Solomon of Messina, NY; four grandchildren, Eric Cassavechia, Lindsey Cassavechia Liss and her husband, David, James Gustavson and Nicholas Gustavson; a great granddaughter, Adrianna Liss; grandchildren from the heart, Jared Cassavechia and Kaylee Cassavechia; several nieces, nephews and in-laws.
A Memorial Service will take place on Monday, February 17, 2014 at 1 PM in St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 174 Whisconier Road, Brookfield, CT with the Rev. Joseph Shepley officiating.
Interment will take place in Wooster Cemetery, Danbury in the spring.
There will be no calling hours.
Contributions in Mrs. Gustavson's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Connecticut Chapter, 2075 Silas Deane Highway, Suite 100, Rocky Hill, CT 06067.
Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home, 9-11 Granville Ave., Danbury is in charge of arrangements.
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My heart aches for you all. Ronnie was a wonderful, fun, loving lady, I Always enjoyed her!!! May God bless you at this hard time and always
Lori DeBiase
February 17, 2014
eric and pam so sorry to here about your mom eric. love kip and bonnie pomeroy. used to be neighbors back in the 1950s.she was a great lady as well as your dad
February 17, 2014
February 17, 2014
Dear Gustavson Family,
So sorry for your loss. Your mom was one of my dearest friends for many years, and I shall always remember the great and happy times we shared. She was very special to me. I am not sure I can attend the service, but my heart and prayers go out to you at this time.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Nancy W. Fischer
Mrs. Nancy W. Fischer
February 16, 2014
Dear Ray, Debbie and Eric,
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. We remember her so fondly and send our deepest sympathy to your family.
Rich and Lisa LaCava
February 16, 2014
Know during this emotional time that your friends have you in there hearts and minds, and may you heal faster embracing all those fond memories you shared together.
BILL & JUDY MCLEAN
February 15, 2014
Uncle Raymond and Aunt Mary,
sorry for your loss keep memories in your heart.
annemarieshannon (Ken and Lillians daughter
anne marie Shannon
February 14, 2014
With heartfelt sympathy & a prayer,
The Family of
the late Dr. Paul H.Fischer
February 14, 2014
Dear Gustavson Family,
So sorry for your loss...
I will always remember your mom, and her unique laugh, and our childhoods' together. Deb, and Eric, and myself planning our summer theatrical presentations, and shows, all winter while we prepared for our own juvenile rendition of summer theatre, in which we charged our parents 50 cents to attend..The show I remember was a western: "Max Schweitzer & the Saloon Girls", and Eric was Max, and all the kids portrayed a western ..Our parents would have to pay, and we worked on costumes and scenery for months. We were like "Spanky and Our Gang", which we used to watch on TV in the morning at your house...Your dad and my father played in jazz bands together,..We all would go out in boats on the lake for hours..They would have wonderful parties, and we would lie awake , giggling, listening to jazz guitar, saxophone, and all of them laughing..Your mom had the best laugh..She was one of my mother's best friends..She made the best picnic food.We had a happy childhood !!...
Years later,
your mom was always so professional and helpful through the years whenever the need arose..I am sure she is happy again, with your dad, in the dimension of heaven..May a Higher Power comfort you in your time of your loss.
With a prayer, and sympathy,
Karen L.Fischer-Perkins
Karen L. Fischer-Perkins
February 14, 2014
Dear Debbie, Eirc, Pam, Larry and family. So saddened to hear about Mom, one of my favorites with Martha! Our deepest condolences...Gary Goncalves and Family
February 14, 2014
Dearest Debbie and Larry, we have known each othe since childhood and we have been neighbors living between you and your parents Ray and Ronnie for more than 30 years. Ray taught me jazz and Ronnie put up with us and i thought of them both as extended family. I still miss Ray and will miss Ronnie. Jessie and I offer our deapest condolences and let us know if you need anything.
February 14, 2014
When Ronnie gave me that smile of hers it was a little ray of sunshine. A wonderful woman with great wit and insight. Will truly miss her.
Donna J
February 14, 2014
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
David Bonner
February 14, 2014
Raymond, I believe we knew each other in the Danbury school system many years ago. -- the relationships with our Moms are special and personal. As years pass health issues sometimes take her away before their body says enough. BUT she is still Mom!! Remember the good of your past with her and honor her in your unique way in the present of living!! God Bless!!
Louise Banks
February 13, 2014
So sorry about the loss of your mom. Ronnie was a gem. I always enjoyed speaking with her and valued her advice and guidance. My deepest condolences.
Deb Grover
February 13, 2014
Sorry to hear about your mom Deb,Rick and Raymond she is in a better place now.
Bobby Vissak
February 12, 2014
Debbie & Larry--Was so sorry to read this. Always enjoyed working with Ronnie; and usually learned a few things too. My condolences to you and your family.
Mike Mannion
February 12, 2014
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