Wethersfield, Connecticut
Dec 13, 1927 – Dec 1, 2013 (Age 85)
John L. Cormier, 85, of Newington, beloved husband for 63 years of Clara (Cirilli) Cormier, died Sunday December 1, 2013 at Hartford Hospital. He was born in Lille, Maine son of the late Louie and Sadie (Cyr) Cormier and had lived in West Hartford before moving to Newington 14 years ago. John operated the former Auto Typist Co. for 30 years and had worked and retired from A & A Office Machines. He was a communicant of Holy Spirit Church and a U.S. Army Veteran. He enjoyed bowling and walking. John was an avid sports fan of the UCONN Huskies and NY Yankees. He adored his grandchildren and loved his entire family. Besides his wife he is survived by four sons, Dennis and his wife Liz of West Hartford, Ronald of Harwinton, Wayne and his wife Donna of Belleville, IL and Scott and his wife Katie of Rocky Hill, his daughter, Karen and her spouse Marian of East Hampton, seven grandchildren, Thomas, Rebekah, Jeffrey and his wife Laura, Christopher, Rachel, Kevin and Ryan, a great grandchild, Julian, his brother Conrad and his wife Virginia of Wethersfield and many nieces and nephews, he was predeceased by four sisters and five brothers. The funeral will be Thursday, December 5, 2013 9 a.m. from the Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, 1276 Berlin Tpke. Wethersfield, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. in Holy Spirit Church, 183 Church St. Newington. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. Friends may call at the funeral home Wednesday, December 4, 2013 4-7 p.m. In Lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to: The Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd. Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256. To share a memory with the family please visit www.dillonbaxter.com
Dear Clare and family, l just found out about John and am deeply saddened. You couldn't have a better neighbor. Always a welcoming smile and wonderful personality. The world was a better place because of John. My sincerest condolences.
Eileen Callahan
December 16, 2013 | Newington, CT
Dear Kasey and family,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of John. He was a wonderful person and always friendly. I enjoyed working with him at American Tool Supply. You and your family are in my prayers.
Kathy Guidi
December 05, 2013 | East Haddam, CT
Uncle John was always as helpful as he could be. We will always be remembered for his humor and that fantastic smile! We will miss him dearly.
Lorraine & Al Yager
December 05, 2013 | Pasadena, TX
Wayne and Family
Very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I know its been many years since we've seen each other but I wanted to offer my sympathies
Jon King
December 04, 2013 | Newington, CT
karen & cormier family, very sorry to hear about your Dad. Please know our thoughts are with you & your family at this time. With our deepest sympathy, Brenda & Michele
brenda ricci
December 04, 2013 | Tampa, FL
Hey Karen,
I am so sorry for your loss of you dad. My prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family.
Jodi Mirando - Walker
December 04, 2013 | Torrington, CT
Karen and family,
I am so saddened and sorry for your loss. Your dad was the best! I adored him so much!!! He was wonderful to work with and did so much for us at ATS-Ct. Best driver we ever had! My heart goes out to you and your family.
Linda Barker
December 03, 2013 | South Hadley, MA
Dear Aunt Clara & Family,
My fondest memory of Uncle John was visits with my father, his brother Cyr when he worked at Traub's Hardware in Hartford. I thought he had the coolest job. A kind and loving guy .....
My thoughts & prayers are with you now.
Greg Cormier
December 03, 2013 | Portland, CT
Dear Clare & family,
I am very sadden to learn of your loss. May the memories of Jean help you get durring this difficult time.
Mona Levesque Kraynak
December 03, 2013 | Rocky Hill, CT
