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Chester Bruzy Obituary

Chester Joseph Bruzy, Jr., 71, formerly of Meriden, died suddenly on Thursday, August 29, 2013 at his home.
Born in Meriden on February 23, 1942, he was the son of the late Chester and Muriel (Lazor) Bruzy. He graduated from Francis T. Maloney High School, Class of 1960 and had resided in San Diego since 1975.
Mr. Bruzy was employed by the San Diego Police Department for over twenty years, retiring in 2003. Prior he was a Meriden Police Officer for ten years. He was a Vietnam War veteran, having served with the U.S. Army. He was a member of the San Diego Police Department Retirees, an avid NY Yankee and UCONN Huskies Basketball Team Fan and a frequent visitor to the Flamingo Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas
He is survived by a daughter Cheryl LaJoie and Mike of Enfield, a son Robert J. Bruzy of Meriden and three grandchildren, Rebecca L. Voelkl of Middletown and Francesca L. and James R. Bruzy both of Meriden. He is also survived by former daughter in law Susan Bruzy of Meriden and former wife Dorothy Bruzy of Somers.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial to be held on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at St Stanislaus Church, 35 Akron St., Meriden. Everyone is asked to gather directly at the church. Burial will be in St. Stanislaus Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the John J. Ferry & Sons Funeral Home, 88 East Main St., Meriden on Friday October 4th from 4 to 7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be made to the National MS Society, Connecticut Chapter, 659 Tower Ave., First Floor, Hartford, CT 06112. For online condolences and directions please visit www.jferryfh.com

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Published by The Record-Journal from Sep. 29 to Oct. 2, 2013.

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October 15, 2013

I miss you!

October 12, 2013

To the Bruzy family. Very sorry to hear of Chets passing. He worked along side my father in Meriden P.D. and would stop by our house every now and then.He was a cool and funny guy. John Desaulniers Wilbraham Ma.

Susan Bruzy

October 7, 2013

Dad/Granpa, Your trips here were always soo much fun!!! You always had a way to make us all feel you were here even when you weren't!!!! Rest is peace knowing your job hear is over but will never be done! You desearve the rest
Love, Sue, Francesca and James!!!

Cate McDonald-Bell & Family

October 6, 2013

Bob & family sorry for loss- Thinking of you

October 5, 2013

Bob, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Thinking of you - Heidi Greaves Long, Tammie Greaves Payne, Amy Greaves Wisniewski xoxo

September 30, 2013

Cheryl, Dorothy and Rebecca, I am so sorry for your loss. Of course you know that I remember your Dad many years ago when he served on the Meriden Police Department and that he and my Dad worked together. It's been a long time since we've seen each other. My prayers to you and your family. God bless

Charlene & Matthew Mroczka

September 30, 2013

Bob and family, very sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Tim and Ann Parrett

September 30, 2013

We were both very sorry to hear of your loss.Thoughts and prayers go out to you all at this very difficult time. May fond memories give you comfort.

Simone Micciche

September 30, 2013

Bobby and family we are so very sorry for the loss of your dad may he RIP ~ Simone & Paul Bernier

September 29, 2013

To The Bruzy Family. I am sorry to hear of your loss.I remember your dad as a Meriden Cop when my father was on the force.He spent time at our house with other officers. May your memories bring you peace.

Joan Desaulniers St Arnauld
Prattville,Al

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