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Daniel Trahan Obituary
He was born in Hampton, Va., on Dec. 25, 1960, the son of Leslie (Whitford) Trahan of Gales Ferry and the late Ronald G. Trahan.
Dan was employed for 27 years as a lab technician at Pfizer in Groton. He was a former member of the State Police Auxiliary. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved boating and the sun.
On Sept. 11, 2010, he was married to Cynthia (Mierzejewski) Trahan at the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich; she survives him.
Along with his wife and mother, he is survived by three sons, Michael Trahan of Ledyard, Jonathan Trahan of Norwich, and Kristopher Trahan of Groton; two daughters, Christina Trahan and Rebecca Trahan, both of Groton; a stepson, Michael Aiudi of Groton; four brothers, Dale Trahan and his wife, Margaret, David Trahan, Darren Trahan, all of Norwich, and Don Trahan and his wife, Judith, of Uncasville; a sister, Mary Cook and her husband, Kevin, of Indiana; a granddaughter, Phalia Trahan; and nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Friday at St. Mary's Church in Baltic, meeting directly at the church. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Norwich. Calling hours will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Guillot Funeral Home, 75 South B. St., Taftville.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cathedral of St. Patrick Renovation Fund, 213 Broadway, Norwich, CT 06360.
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Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Trahan
Aldo Consolini
March 13, 2013
Big smile...Big heart..Big man.
Sandy Cobb
March 11, 2013
To the Trahan family,Thinking of you in your hour of sorrow and extending heartfelt synpathy.Dan wlii be greatly missed.
Christopher Marquette
March 9, 2013
It seems like yesterday that Dan and I were working together at the Sub Base. He was a good man and will be missed. My condolences to his family.
Michael Andrews
March 9, 2013
To the Entire Trahan Family:
Dan had been good friends with my older brother Mark. When Mark died Everone was shocked. Dan stopped by my Parents house many times to see them and to express his loss.
My parents and I had lost contact with Dan these last few years, but I ran into him @ the Spot. He spoke to m e what he was dealing with at that time.
I'm sure. Dan made a easy transition to the other side, I'm sure he' and my brother are doing their wild and crazy things again
Elaine Lambert
March 9, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about Dan's passing. I had worked with him at Pfizer and his beautiful smile always brightened my day.
March 8, 2013
So saddened to learn of Dan's passing.I admired his pasion of the outdoors and positive attitude. Happy fishing forever Dan! Our sympathy to the Trahan family.
The Winkelman Family
Laura Zeppieri
March 8, 2013
To The Trahan Family
I am so sorry to hear the news of Dan. He was such a nice guy always smiling. I enjoyed talking to him when I was reading the meters up in the park. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Laura Zeppieri
March 8, 2013
To the Trahan Family
I am so sorry to hear the news. I enjoyed talking to Dan when I was reading the electric meters up in the park. I will miss his smiling face.
Laura Zeppieri
The Merritt Family
March 8, 2013
God Bless Dan, and our condolences to the Trahan Family. Dan will be missed, he was truly one of a kind.
John & Sheila O'Keeffe
March 8, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to all the Trahan family. Our thoughts and prayer are with you all at this time, God Bles you always.
Judith Ronau
March 7, 2013
Mike and family,
I am sorry for your loss. During my brief stint at Pfizer I had the pleasure of working with Dan. He was a great person and I know he will be missed. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Joe Fontana
March 7, 2013
Cindy and the Trahan family, it's so sad to lose Dan. He was a great guy with a kind heart and great spirit! He will be missed!
Linda Schneider
March 7, 2013
To the Trahan children and Dan's brother Don and the entire family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. He was much to young to leave you. Treasure your good memories. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Linda Schneider
Sacred Heart School
Mark and Lisa Evans
March 7, 2013
Dale and Family, we are so saddened to hear of Dan's passing. He was always such an upbeat person and always had a smile on his face. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Martha Parrette-Pray
March 7, 2013
Dear Rebecca, I am so sorry that you and your family have lost your dad. I hope that time will be kind and quickly lead you to a place where your happy memories bring you peace.
Fondly and sincerely, Martha
Kathy Adkins
March 7, 2013
So saddened to hear of dan's passing..I was shocked...my heartfelt sympathies to his family
Kim & Bob Alger
March 7, 2013
Our condolences to Dan's family. He will be sorely missed and we are better people for having known him. Rest in peace, my friend.
Linda Wargo
March 7, 2013
Dear Cindy and family. I had known Dan for many years. He always had a smile and a joke. He will be missed.
Jackie Potter
March 7, 2013
Sending my condolences to all of Dan's family; I was very saddened by the news. I worked with Dan for many years at Pfizer and I'll always remember his quick, funny sense of humor and his laughter fondly. He was a bright spot in the day for many of us, truly one of a kind and a great person.
Inez and Ashley Giulietti
March 7, 2013
Dear Cindy and Family,
We are very sorry to hear of your loss, Dan was a good neighbor who always had time for a wave, smile and a story! He will be greatly missed. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Kathy and Gabby Ford
March 7, 2013
To the Trahan Family, I was broken hearted to learn of Dans passing.. He was a very strong person and I had hoped he would beat his illness. As my neighbor, I saw Dan almost daily and and I never saw him without his beautiful smile and a great attitude. Always ready to give advice or lend a hand when needed. He always took a moment to come to the fence and say "HI" to my dog, Gabby,, she loved him. He was her friend. Even today when his truck came home, she went to their place on the fence to welcome him home. He will be missed by both of us.
Our thought are with your family.
CHERISH WHAT YOU HAD.
Russell Smith
March 6, 2013
I will miss seeing Dan out on the Sound or launching his boat at Bayberry lane. Smooth waters Dan, and I hope the fish are biting!
Gretchen Dean
March 6, 2013
I'll always remember Dan's kindness, smile, and laughter. So sad to hear that his time with us has ended. I'm sure he is in a great place, he deserves it. My thoughts are with you Cyndi and family. He will be missed by many.
Cynthia Lorah
March 6, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to the family. Dan was an amazing man.
Susan Cole
March 6, 2013
My heart broke when I learned of Dan's passing, he was such a bright loving light in this world. I knew Dan from his first day at Pfizer, and we quickly became friends. I will always remember his laugh and smile. My prayers are with his loving wife and children.
Bob
March 6, 2013
My sincere condolences and prays to the Trahan family,May God bless you all during this time of mourning.
Megan Crocker
March 6, 2013
Very sorry to hear of your loss Mike- wishing you and your family strength and sending prayers your way.
steve v
March 6, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Valdez Family
March 6, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Cyndi and the entire Trahan Family. Dan was an amazing person and will be sadly missed by all.
March 6, 2013
Sorry about the loss of Dan. Cindy, my prayers are with you. "Aunt" Deb
Liz and Peter Viering
March 6, 2013
To Dan's children and family, We were so sorry to hear of your loss.
crystal Magee
March 6, 2013
My condolences. So sorry for your loss.God bless
Lorre Branstrom
March 6, 2013
Although it is difficult to see beyond the sorrow, may your memories comfort your tomorrows....Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tony Perretta
March 6, 2013
Dan was a great guy. He always made me laugh...I feel lucky to have known him.
renee decosta -clinton
March 6, 2013
Blessing's to the Trahan family. One of a kind good guy.
March 6, 2013
So sorry to learn of our neighbor Daniel's death. What a nice man, we enjoyed a few talks with him over the past 3 years we have lived in Groton. God bless the Trahan family in this difficult time. Anthony and Paula Barile lot 37 Poquonnock Road Groton
Suzanne Zito
March 6, 2013
To all of Dan's family, please accept my condolences. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Warren Scott
March 6, 2013
Dan,
You were a great friend and always there for me buddy I will miss you. You gave so much and we all have been blessed to have meet you. Rest well my friend we will meet again, with love the Scott family.
Dave Edwards
March 6, 2013
Dan, rest in peace.. its a pleasure to work with you at Pfizer.. you will be missed..
Lisa Burgess Moyer
March 6, 2013
Dan will be greatly missed. His zest for life was very apparent in his laughter and the kindness he shared with all that he knew. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, may God Bless you all and comfort you in this difficult time. To Cindy, Dan spoke so highly of you and with such pride.You must be an amazing woman to have captured his heart, he truely loved you! God Bless
Kimlyn Flanzer-Marshall
March 6, 2013
Blessings to the Trahan Family.
Deborah Soulia
March 6, 2013
Sorry for your loss.
~Debbie Soulia~
Whitney King-Buker
March 6, 2013
Our thoughts are with the family.
Duane Pierson
March 6, 2013
Danny was a good man. One of the best. RIP my friend.
Carl Sheppard
March 6, 2013
My condolences to all of Dan's family. It is never easy to lose someone, especially someone so young. May fond memories soon replace the grief you are all now feeling. Again, my sympathy to all.
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