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Frederick Bellesheim Obituary
Fred was born on July 18, 1937, in Danbury, a son of Frederick Julius Bellesheim and Helen Gould Finnegan Bellesheim. He graduated from Bethel High School in 1955. He enlisted in the United States Marines Corp., serving from 1955 through 1958.
He graduated from Norwalk Technical College with an AD in engineering and worked for Lessona, Bard-Parker and Amphenol corporations. He was a past president of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME).
Mr. Bellesheim married the late Caroline Hooper on Sept. 3, 1960. He married Marilyn (Werner) Vacca on Aug. 4, 2007.
In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by sons, Frederick J. Bellesheim of North Haven, CT, and Noel T. Bellesheim (Laurie) of Southbury, CT, and daughter, Heather L. Melody (Douglas) of Danbury, CT. He also leaves six grandchildren, Michael, Lily and Caitlyn of Southbury; and Rachel, Lauren and, Andrew of Danbury. He also leaves a step-daughter, Darcie TeVault (Eric) and Connor and Cason, of Winston-Salem, N.C.
In addition, Mr. Bellesheim is survived by his brother, Richard T. Bellesheim (Marjorie Jean); sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Speglevin (Benjamin), and Marcia Fyfe (Jack). He also leaves several nieces and nephews and many friends, both in Danbury and Misquamicut and his Labrador retriever, Cinnamon Rain.
A Celebration of Life service will take place at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 15 East Beach Road, Charlestown, RI Saturday, Aug. 2, 2008, at 11 a.m.
A service will also be held at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 174 Whisconier Road, Brookfield, CT, Sunday, Aug. 3, 2008, at 2 p.m.
The family would like to express their thanks and gratitude to the Westerly Police Department, the Charlestown Ambulance Service and the caring doctors and medical staff of The Westerly Hospital, in addition to Home and Hospice Care of Rhode Island.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Westerly Chamber Foundation, Auto External Defibrillator Fund, c/o Westerly Chamber of Commerce, 1 Chamber Way, Westerly, RI 02891.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frederick Bellesheim
Frank Kerwin
August 15, 2008
Dick and family,
As you know I didn't know your brother but I still wanted to extend my condolences to you and your family. Susan and I moved to Noblesville, IN 4 years ago to be closer to our children. All three girls are here with their families. We now have eight grandchildren.
Again, our prayers are with you,
Susan and Frank Kerwin
Ann D. Walden
August 7, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to you & all your family. It was such a shock to see Fred's name.
Ann & Jim Walden
James E. O'Hara
August 7, 2008
Rest in peace dear friend and former neighbor on Fleetwood Ave. Fred and I were boyhood playmates. My wife passed the same day, Monday 28 July and by coincidence Carol Hooper and Joan were best friends in High School. I had the pleasure of renewing thier acquantence at our respective highschool reunions.
My condolences to the family.
James E. O'Hara
Marie Goeller
August 6, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family of a treasured friend.
Edward and Candice Ribeiro
August 2, 2008
Noel, Laurie, Heather, Doug and children,
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rachel Schneider
August 1, 2008
Dear Marilyn,
I am so sorry to hear about Fred. Please know that you and you family are in my thoughts throughout this difficult time.
Love and Hugs,
Rachel (Curves)
Schellie Stolle
August 1, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Cathie McGrath
August 1, 2008
Hi
Being irish I look at the obituary and I am so sorry to see Fred's name here. I worked with him at Amphenol many years ago. I have to say he was a very nice person and would make you laugh so easily. I am so sorry for your loss. It is ours also
Tricia Miguel (Pane)
August 1, 2008
Noel and Family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Trish and Lou Pane
Carla & John Penny
August 1, 2008
Noel,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Pat Belfatto
August 1, 2008
Jean and Dick sorry to read about your loss it's been awhile
Heather Melody
August 1, 2008
We will miss you, Pa-Ta.
Cinny misses you too.
Love,
Rachel, Lauren & Andrew
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