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LIBERA, Benjamin "Benny"
Benjamin "Benny" Libera 83, of Wethersfield, beloved husband of Nancy (Isleib) for 62 years died Thursday, (September 19, 2013) at home with his family by his side. He was born February 5, 1930 in Springfield, Mass and was the son of the late Archie and Mary (Guistina) Libera. Benny served in the US Army and was a Korean War Veteran. He retired as a foreman at the age of 62 after many years of employment with the Arrow Tool Company of Wethersfield. He enjoyed playing bocce, shuffleboard, horseshoes, gardening, cards and bowling, spending time in Florida; but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family. In his younger years he played baseball. Besides his wife he is survived by his seven children Rick Libera and his wife Kathy Hayes of Burke, VT., Ellen Stack and husband Jim of Wethersfield, Brad Libera and Kathy Pass of Port St. Lucie, FL., Julie Sapia and her husband Tom of Wethersfield, Mari Bradford and her husband Bob of Port St. Lucie, FL., Todd Libera and Michelle Weir of Rocky Hill, Kris Pace and her husband Mario of Wethersfield, a brother Reno Libera and wife Frances of Rocky Hill, Brother in Law and Sister in Law John and Ann Isleib of Newington. Benny also leaves his beloved grandchildren, Tony and Lindi Libera, Jon, Michael and Jamie Stack, Michelle Gallagher and Billy Pass, Tommy, Taylor and Kristina Sapia, Nick and Mikayla Bradford, Kerri-Ann and Anthony Libera, Amanda and Alex Pace. He was predeceased by his sister Rita Foligno.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, 1pm at the D'Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Boulevard, Wethersfield. Burial will follow in Village Cemetery in Wethersfield. Donations in Benny's memory may be made to the Helen and Harry Gray Cancer Center, 85 Retreat Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106 For online expressions of sympathy please visit www.desopo.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Sep. 20, 2013.

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Douglas Cobb

October 18, 2013

To Kris, as well as to your immediate and extended family -

My condolences on the recent passing of your Dad.

By all accounts, he lived a long, wonderful life - we should all be so fortunate.

May all memories of your Dad be warm and last a lifetime.

Sincerely,

Doug Cobb

Ann Cannistraro

October 15, 2013

To the entire Libera family:
So sorry to read the loss of Benny. Many fond childhood memories of our families together. Keep those memories close to guide you in the difficult times ahead.

September 27, 2013

To Reno: Sorry for the loss of your brother.My prayers for Him. Urgel

Steve Kelly

September 23, 2013

Very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.

Bob Burton

September 23, 2013

Brad and Family,

I want to express to you my sadness over Benny's recent passing. I remember fondly his beating my tail at horseshoes at the beach during our high school years. He taught me how to throw a mean shoe. He was a good man. I appreciated that he and Nancy always welcomed me into your home. I wish all of your family comfort during this difficult time. I will keep you all in my prayers. Bob

September 21, 2013

Dear Ellen and Family, so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you. Jayne Gorecki Squellati

September 20, 2013

Reno family, So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers, Marie and Greg Benton, Ft Myers Fl.

Ron Dobmeier

September 20, 2013

Jim and Ellen, Brad and Todd and all the Libera family, my deepest condolences

Christina Bessette

September 20, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. He sounds like an amazing man. My prayers are with your family.

Kim Chapman(lab girl)

September 20, 2013

I am so saddened to hear of Benjamin's passing. I have many wonderful memories of him from the lab in Wethersfield. He will always have a special place in my heart. My deepest sympathies to all.

Joseph Ambrogio

September 20, 2013

Benny was a great guy.He was one of the hardest working guys I ever knew.I was fortunate to have woked with him for many years.I learned a lot from him.The world needs more Benny's.You'll be missed old friend.

Brad Fenn

September 20, 2013

To Kris, Julie and the rest of the family, please acept my condolences on your Father's passing. May you have nothing but wonderful memories.

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