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1934

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2021

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53 Norwich New London Tpke

Uncasville, Connecticut

Agnes Sowders Obituary

Oakdale - Agnes Sowders, 86, of Oakdale entered eternal life Feb. 14, 2021. She was born Dec. 15, 1934, in Naugatuck.

She married the love of her life James Sowders Sr. (who proceeded her in 1974). She was the loving mother of four children, Kathy Hansen (proceeded her in 2013), James Sowders Jr. (Dianalin Bruce), Judy Hershberger (husband Mark), Jennie Rheaume (husband Harry). She had eight wonderful grandchildren who honored her with ten great-grandchildren.

There will be a Graveside Service at 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 1, 2021, in Starr Burying Ground, 88 Lestertown Road, Groton. Masks and social distancing will be observed. The Montville Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please visit www.montvillefuneralhome.com to leave an online tribute or condolence.

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

Published by The Day on Feb. 23, 2021.

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Monica Montgomery

March 15, 2021

Jimmy, Judy, & Sam--I am sorry to be reading your mom's obit. Whenever I was in CT I would call her, although I never reached her. I remember the times my mother and I spent with you all. ( I am cousin Joan's daughter)

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

Cochrane Family

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Daniel Cochrane

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danny morgan

February 23, 2021

to jimmy and family , navy housing was cool on Spruce Ln. wishing the best at this time to all. Peace.

Cheryl Pennell Bennett

February 23, 2021

My thoughts are will all of you at this difficult time. Great childhood memories of Mrs Sowders.

Debbie Allen Caron

February 23, 2021

So Very sorry for your loss❤
We have wonderful memories of your mom at Fair Oaks
The Allen Girls

Deb & Chris

February 23, 2021

Amber and family
Sending hugs and prayers to you and your family♡♡ so sorry for your loss ♡♡love you guys♡♡

Pete & Peggy Ververis

February 23, 2021

Red, Dianalin, Family,

So sorry for your loss. Our sincere condolences.

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10:30 a.m.

Starr Burying Ground

88 Lestertown Road, Groton, CT

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53 Norwich New London Tpke, Uncasville, CT 06382

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