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Earl Whitford Obituary
Born in Westerly, he was the son of the late Earl and Myra (Young) Whitford and lived in Mystic for the past few years, previously residing in Pawcatuck.
He was a U.S. Army Veteran.
Earl was loved by all who came in contact with him and could brighten any room with his smile, charm, wit and sense of humor. He had a heart of gold and went out of his way to help anyone with even the smallest of problems. When you thought of a self-made man you thought of Earl.
He was accepted to Brown University but had to pass because of financial situations, but that didn't stop him from learning something new every day. He was extremely smart and was a hard-working man.
In his early 20's, he had accomplished several apprenticeships. He worked for the Cottrell Company and eventually went on to be a founding member of Posi-Seal up until his retirement in 1990. During his retirement, he continued to keep busy, always doing some kind of project. He had a strong love for his family and will be deeply missed.
Besides his wife, he leaves a son, Earl W. Whitford III of Mystic; a brother, Lawrence Whitford of Ledyard; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his siblings, Lois Brown, Evelyn Kelley and Virginia Lee.
Funeral services and burial are private.
The family invites you to visit www.mysticfuneralhome.com to leave an online message of condolence.
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Memories and Condolences
for Earl Whitford
July 27, 2012
My deepest sympathy to you Gladys
He was always a gentleman
Bob McGill (McGill Chevrolet )
July 25, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Earl at Posi-Seal and we will remember him always.
John and Wendy Robbins
July 25, 2012
Gladys& Earl, I am so sorry for your loss. Earl was a sweet wonderful Man
Helen M. Clark
Bar Harbor ME
July 25, 2012
Earl was a wonderful individual and a true professional in all his actions. He was a major contributor to the success of Posi-Seal International.
Alan Richardson
Joe & Angie Iacoi
July 24, 2012
Gladys and Family:
Sorry to learn of Earl's passing today---As you know, we enjoyed his support and good comraderie over the years.
May He Rest in Peace with our Good Lord..
Our Deepest Sympathy
July 24, 2012
Gladys,
We are so sorry to learnof Earl's passing. He was a wonderful gentleman in every way and his keen wit, great memory for history and ready willingness to help will be greatly missed. Our condolences to you and his entire family.
M'liss and Court Chapman, Westerly
DON FLINT
July 23, 2012
I FIRST MET EARL WHEN I WENT TO WORK AT
COTTRELL'S IN 1965. AND LATER AT POSI-SEAL.ALWAYS A PERSON YOU COULD TALK WITH
AND A GENTLEMAN. MANY MEMORIES.
MY CONDOLENCES.
Marsh A. Enquist
July 23, 2012
Earl,We are so sorry for your loss. Jeannie and Marsh.
Carol Burdick
July 22, 2012
I. remember Earl when he lived in Westerly area you could see him at Bess Eaton. Also his Father I think they called him Socks but I'm not sure. Earl was always smiling and pleasant to talk with and very kind. God Bless his family and may he rest in peace.
Carol Burdick
July 22, 2012
So very sorry for your loss.
Bobbie and Jack McCormick
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