Groton, CT, Connecticut
Groton - Mabel (Post) Podbielski, 84, of 64 Smith St., Groton, passed away Thursday, March 24, 2011, at Apple Rehabilitation in Mystic.
She was born on March 30, 1926 in Groton, the daughter of the late Walter S. Sr. and Edith Lillian (Phillips) Post.
Mabel was married on Jan. 8, 1949, in Groton, to Walter Podbielski of Groton.
For many years, she had worked as a threader at the former Max Pollack Mills in Groton. Mabel was an avid bowler at the Holiday Bowl in Groton, a swimmer, and had enjoyed bingo, camping, as well as boating. She was a fan of the Huskies and Patriots, and was a member of the Groton Senior Citizens.
She loved her family fully and was a very fun lady who enjoyed sharing her love right up to the end. She always had a smile and a song to sing. Mabel always thought the best of everyone.
Besides her husband; she is survived by a daughter Linda Reddy and her husband, William, of Mystic, a son Leonard Podbielski and his wife, Therese, also of Mystic; a sister, Ruth McLean of Groton; and seven grandchildren, Joseph, Mike, Kevin, John, Jason, Daniel, Jennifer; four great- grandchildren, Noah, Mason, Isabella and Nathan.
She was predeceased by four brothers and four sisters.
A memorial service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Monday at Byles-Groton Memorial Home, 310 Thames St., Groton. There will be a visiting hour from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. prior to the service. Her burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be directed to Apple Rehabilitation, 24 Broadway, Mystic CT 06355.
Please visit www.byles.com for the family's on line registry.
Lenny, Linda, and Walter,
We're sorry to hear of Mabel's passing. She was a wonderful lady, always smiling and friendly. She will be missed. Our hearts are with you.
Matt & Ellen Hasselmann
March 29, 2011 | Uncasville, CT
Hi Grandma, I miss you so much. You are my first thought and my last thought each day. Tomorrow is your birthday. I wish you were here to celebrate, but I know you are in spirit. I hung a picture of you holding Nathan next to his bed. Every night and every morning he says hi and good night.
I miss you so much. I love you.
-Your grand daughter Jenny
Jennifer Reddy Detmer
March 29, 2011 | CT
Walter, Linda, Lenny, My most deepest sympathies to you. I didn't know she was ill. I know how hard it is to lose a parent. May your memories bring some comfort to you in the days ahead.
She is in heaven with my Mom looking down on us. I remember Mom taking her swimming on many occasions; and the many visits for a cup of coffee or tea. She always popped in whenever we visited Mom to say 'Hi'.
Louise Hasselmann Kirkpatrick
March 29, 2011 | Newark,, DE
Linda and Jen
I was so sad to hear the news of your Mom/grandma. She will forever be in your hearts, smiling down on you. She was a wonderful lady and i'm glad I had the chance to know her. your in my thoughts and prayers...Chrissy
Chrissy Murphy
March 28, 2011 | New London, CT
Dear Len, Therese, and Joseph: We are so sorry to hear of your mother and grandmother's passing. Know that you are in are prayers and so is she.
Love,
The Sefranskys
March 28, 2011
linda and family,my thoughts and prays are with you all at this time and i hope you all are doing the best you can at this time.i remember your mom when we were kids and she was a very nice person.
barry card
March 28, 2011 | Waterford, CT
To the Podbielski Family....I remember Mabel, Walter and the kids from way back in the early 60's when I lived at 19 East Street here in Groton...so sorry to hear of your loss...losing a parent is so very difficult...but time will ease the pain you are feeling now...and the memories of all you shared will surely bring smiles to your faces...look no further than your children to see your Mom...Linda,Lenny and Walter...Peace be with you during this diffucult time!
Dana Gouette Gouette
March 28, 2011 | GROTON, CT
Mabel, I felt so helpless and sad seeing what you had to go through over the last few months. I wish I could have done more for you. I don't know how you managed to always have a smile and never complain about the pain. I'm just glad your finally at piece now. It will never be the same without you, especially during the Holidays. We never had any of those bad Mother-In-Law relationships you hear so much about, just good fun filled times with lots of laughs. I want to thank you for raising...
William Reddy
March 27, 2011 | Mystic, CT
Linda, Jennifer & Family: I was deeply saddened when I heard of your mom's/grandma's passing. I know you will all miss her. She fought hard and there may be some comfort in knowing that she is now without pain. May happy memories replace the sadness in your hearts. My sincere sympathy. Kathie Christy (and Mark Ciliano)
March 27, 2011