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Janina Driscoll Obituary

New London - Janina A. Driscoll, 57, of Shaw St., passed away Friday, Oct. 4, 2013, at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital.

She was born on July 3, 1957, in New London, the daughter of the late John J. and Jennie (Goff) Driscoll. Janina was a graduate of Robert Fitch High School in Groton where she excelled in athletes. An avid reader, she particularly enjoyed reading and writing poetry.

She is survived by her loving companion of 23 years, Harry Spakowski.

Byles Memorial Home, 99 Huntington St., New London, is assisting her family with arrangements which are private.

In lieu of flowers, her family requests that donations in her memory be directed to Groton Animal Foundation, Inc., PO Box 7023, Groton, CT 06340.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Day on Oct. 8, 2013.

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