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James Jeffrey Obituary

Stonington - James P. Jeffrey, 92, beloved husband of Kathleen (Cronin) Jeffrey, of Wheeler Road, Stonington, passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 24, 2013.

Born in Pawcatuck, he was a son of the late Alexander G. and Sarah Jeffrey. A career veteran of the U.S. Air Force, James was a Lt. Col. who worked as a navigator until his retirement in 1967. He formerly held the position of a zoning officer in Stonington and was also the owner/operator of The Pequot Plant Farm in Stonington.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Daniel A. Jeffrey of Stonington; daughters, Audrey J. Kime of Sherman, Wendy J. Dunlop of Seymour, Kathleen Brown-Gilbertie of Stonington and Margaret Hansen of Framingham, Mass. He will also be sadly missed by his 15 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

James was predeceased by three brothers, Gordon, Donald and Albert; as well as two sisters, Sylvia Rescigno and Barbara Page.

Visiting hours will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, at Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly. A Funeral Service will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, in the funeral home. Burial with Full Military Honors will follow at River Bend Cemetery, Westerly.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Beacon Hospice, 12 Roosevelt Ave., Mystic, CT 06355, in his memory.

For online condolences, please go to www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com

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

Published by The Day on Apr. 25, 2013.

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May 5, 2013

Dear Kathleen and family,
Our thoughts are with you all. It was a privilege to know "the Colonel" over these many years. He was a delightful man, beloved by so many. May your wonderful memories sustain you all.
Fran and Carol Muska

The North Stonington Ag Fair, Inc

April 29, 2013

Please except Our Deepest Sympathy! Alway willing to help the Fair out!

Mary Holdridge Sepowitz

April 27, 2013

Dan & Sue, My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this time of loss.

April 27, 2013

Thoughts of sympathy are with you today.
Numbers 6:24-26

Dotti and Bill Hobart

April 26, 2013

Kathleen, Dan and Sue,
So very sorry to learn of Jim's passing. I think of you often Kathleen and my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.

April 26, 2013

Dan and Sue. Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He has left a wonderful legacy. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Bob and Ada Elmer

Carl Johnson

April 26, 2013

The Jeffrey Family,
I had the priviledge of working with Jim for the Town of Stoningtron. He was a true professional and gentleman and a pleasure to work with. My prayers are with you.

Mike and Heather Spellman

April 26, 2013

Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of Mr. Jeffrey. He was deeply respected by our family and his service to our country and the town of Stonington made a profound difference. The Jeffrey family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Bill Lunn

April 26, 2013

Dan, Sue, Katie, and Christine, it's impossible to replace or forget a man like him. His life and the family he raised is a testament to his greatness as a person. It's painful to accept the loss, but just remember what a positive, loving impact he had on so many people. I will always remember his crushing handshake fondly.

April 25, 2013

Dan, sorry for your loss, I did not know your father, but knowing who you are he must have been a fine man and proud to have you for a son.
Warm regards Jim and Bonnie

Bonnie Banks

April 25, 2013

Our sympathy to all of the Jeffrey family. May many wonderful memories help ease the sadness. Bonnie and Carl

Walter Sheldon Jr.

April 25, 2013

Dear Jeffery Family,
I had the pleasure of knowing Jim from his position at the Stonington Town Hall Building Officials office. He oversaw my very first house project on Mystic Ave in Pawcatuck. A fine and honest and forthright gentleman. Rest in peace!

Carolyn Hogg

April 25, 2013

Gone but never forgotten. Love and prayers always.

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