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INKPEN, Wallace "Wally"
Wallace "Wally" Inkpen, 66, of Manchester, beloved husband of Sandra G. Inkpen, passed away surrounded by loving family on Thursday, (August 22, 2013) at Bringham & Women's Hospital after a courageous struggle with Leukemia. He was born in Hartford to the late Wallace and Theresa (Fedak) Inkpen. Wally was a generous, kind and quiet man who deeply cared for his friends and family through his gourmet meals and loyal and caring nature. He loved being out in his boat early in the morning on Red Cedar Lake, doing a little bass fishing, catch & release. He had a strong love for nature, birds, wildlife and all animals. He generously donated to various animal and conservation groups. Wally operated his own Real Estate Appraisal business achieving the designations of: Senior Residential Assessor (SRA), Certified CT Municipal Assessor (CCMA) and was also a long time member of the Appraisal Institute (MAI). He later became Deputy Assessor for New Haven and Middletown and was most currently Deputy Assessor for the Town of East Hartford. Wally enjoyed bicycling with the Mountain Laurel and AMC groups as well as weekend biking through local areas. He loved visiting vineyards and sampling local and fine wines. His famous French Onion Soup will be dearly missed on Thanksgiving Day. In addition to his love of 24 years Sandra, Wally will be dearly missed by his sister Georgina Lucas; his nephew Andrew Lucas and his wife Tanah; his niece Sarah Lucas-Coburn and her husband Aaron; his stepson Adam Newton; his step grandchildren Ethan and Evan Newton; his mother in-law Maureen Gilbert; his sister in-law Linda Camarco and her husband Gene; his brother in-law Peter Gilbert and his wife Ann; his nephew Ryan Gilbert; his sister in-law Diane Stebbins and her husband Jamie; his nephews Josh and Geoffrey Stebbins as well as many dear friends and associates. Wally was predeceased by his Father in-law Hercule Gilbert and his beloved cats, Fluffernutter, Thelma & Louise. Special thanks to all the wonderful doctors and nurses at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Bingham & Women's Hospital.
Friends and family are welcome to gather on Tuesday, August 27th, from 3 to 6pm, at Newkirk & Whitney Funeral Home. 318 Burnside Ave., East Hartford CT. A Funeral Service will be held at 5:30pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Protectors of Animals, 144 Main St. East Hartford CT 06118. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.newkirkandwhitney.com
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Theresa Lawrence-Martin
September 17, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about Wally...I worked with him for a few years with the Town...and he always had a smile...and loved his wine and dining for sure!!..I'm sure he will be missed by all who knew him in the Town.
Sandy - although I never met you...I remember him talking of you all the time..please accept my deepest condolences to you.
Fred Harrington
September 5, 2013
I met Wally in the early 1980's at an appraisal course. I always spoke with him at appraisal meetings, classes and whenever I stopped into the East Hartford town hall to do an appraisal. He was a great guy and I was really surprised when I saw the obituary on-line. I was away on vacation last week so I was unable to attend the services. I extend my deepest condolences to all of Wall's family and friends.
Warmest Regards,
Fred Harrington
Bridget Chase
August 29, 2013
My deepest condolences to his friends and family. I am an appraiser and only knew Wally for a brief time through my visits to the Town Hall. He was a rare gem in today's society and will truly be missed.
August 28, 2013
So sad to hear about Wally and so sorry we missed the funeral service. Wanted to be there but did not see the posting on Sunday. My sympathies to ALL who loved him and prayed for him during his struggles with his health. Such a good, brave, solid man. Chera
Frances Keenan
August 28, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to all the family. Wally was always so pleasant as an appraiser and Deputy Assessor. I have great memories of a great, Kind man.
Sincerely,
Frances Keenan, Retired Suffield Assessor
Tina Scott
August 28, 2013
Sandy - deepest condolences to you and your family.
Your memories with Wally over the past 20+ years will be that more precious and give you strength during this difficult time.
Sorry we missed the service (didn't see until today).
Tina Scott & Chera Gerstein
Jane Grigsby Assistant Assr
August 28, 2013
I've known Wally many years and I've always found him to be a gentle and caring soul. May you find comfort in your memories.
Debbie Gill
August 27, 2013
Dear Sandy & family,
although we never met, I feel like I know you through Wally. He was my "buddy" while we worked together in Middletown. He spoke of you often and with kindness. We had many laughs together and shared recipes. He would often quote Bob Dylan lyrics that made me laugh! Please know that he was well liked in the City of Middletown!
Janet Urgo
August 27, 2013
I send my deepest sympathy to Wally's family and friends. I have been Wally's hairstylist for the past 30 yrs or so at the Razors Edge. I have been blessed to have gotten to know Wally and conversed with him as a friend as well as a customer! He shared many wonderful stories of his wife whom he adored and always spoke highly of, and his step son Adam who he was always very proud of. Wally had a super smile and sincere heartfelt personality. He was a man who would always be the there for people if they needed anything. I will miss our time visiting while he gets his haircut. My heart was saddened to hear of his death. God Bless my friend Wally and his family! He will never be forgotten by ANYONE at the Razors Edge, especially me!
Jeanne Webb
August 27, 2013
I was lucky enough to meet Wally while working for the Town of East Hartford. He was a good friend and an able colleague. He was always prepared to assist in whatever project we would take on. He will be missed. My condolences to his family and friends.
August 27, 2013
Sandy,
I am so sorry for your loss. (Bonnie's friend) Bev
Tatia Lewis
August 27, 2013
Wally was one of the nicest guys around. He always had a smile and a great sense of humor. He was a great co-worker and I'm sure he is dearly missed. My prayers go out to his family, friends and fellow co-workers.
Rhonda McCarty
August 26, 2013
So sorry to learn of Wally's passing. He was a kind and thoughtful soul. He will be truly missed. My sympathy to his family.
Steve Juda
August 26, 2013
I have known Wally for many years and am deeply saddened to learn of his death. I extend all family members my sincere condolences. He was a true gentleman who made life better for everyone who came into contact with him, and he will be missed.
peter j tierinni
August 26, 2013
"Wally; Kind, gentle, always had a kind word for everyone around him. One of the most engaging personalities you would ever want to meet. He was never to busy to to ask how your day was going.
People who knew him, and who worked around him, such as myself, are a little better for having known him."
Warren Lee
August 26, 2013
My sister called me today to tell me about Wally. I've had 2 strokes and couldn't remember who he was. We went to high school together, so I looked him up in our yearbook and as soon as I saw his picture I remembered him. I am so sorry to hear of his passing, but know he is now in a much better place.
Maggie Targove
August 26, 2013
Am so sorry to hear of Wally's passing. We worked together in New Haven and shared many tales of restaurants and recipes. Also, he had great taste in music...the only person I knew that could recite all the lyrics to any Dylan song.
Mona and Mark Finan
August 26, 2013
Much sadness in our hearts for the family. Look at nature that he loved and know he is still with you. God Bless.
John Bartlett
August 26, 2013
Wally and I were close friends for many years. His intellect and sensitivity always so impressed me. Time and geography allowed a distance to take place, but there was always the tug of a string connected, the knowing, and reminding, that he was with his beautiful wife Sandy, and surrounded by his dear friends, and with the special appreciation he had for the natural and sometimes subtle things in his surroundings. We will deeply miss him, and perhaps be able, someday, to reel that string back in. John and Elke
gloria tipton
August 26, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear of Wallys' passing. I can remember him from grammar school. He was a very likable person
Sara Ross
August 26, 2013
My thoughts are with Wally's family. He always had a smile and kind word when I would pass him in the hallways at work. He will be missed.
Lisa & Gigi
August 26, 2013
We were so sad to hear about Wally... our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Courtney Collins
August 26, 2013
My sincerest condolences to Wally's family.....He will truly be missed. I've worked for the Town of East Hartford for 9 years and I can actually say that Wally was one person that greeted me with a smile and a funny comment each and every time I saw him. May God Bless him and keep him close. Courtney
Terry Dinnean
August 26, 2013
Deepest condolences to the family and friends.
Shawna
August 26, 2013
God Bless.... May you rest in peace. Such a funny, sweet caring man. You will truly be missed! Condolences to the family.
Diane Stebbins
August 25, 2013
Wally we are going to miss you greatly. Always there when someone was in need. You were very caring and thoughtful. RIP. Love Jamie,Diane Josh, Cinthia and Geoff
jamie stebbins
August 25, 2013
Fish on Wally
Jamie
August 25, 2013
Fish on Wally
Thomas Gorton
August 25, 2013
I went to high school with Wally. He always stood out because of his kindness. Another talent he had was the ability to do automotive body work. He repaired my car for me. RIP Wally, you were one of the better and gentler among us.
August 25, 2013
Sending our thoughts and prayers to all of you. The Dubois Family
Bob Nukis
August 25, 2013
It is to bad that Wally died, but he is no longer suffering. He'll be missed by many people including me. I knew he was suffering a bit but didn't realize how much it was hurting him. I'm sure his bride and his boat and the folks that knew him will miss him teribly. I no I will.
Best Regards:
Bob Nukis.
Brenda Eighmey, Chairperson
August 25, 2013
It was an absolute pleasure to have worked with Wally during the Board of Assessment Appeals hearings in East Hartford. Our sincerest condolences to Wally's family and dear friends.
Peter Gilbert
August 24, 2013
Wally was a great person with kindness in his heart, but most of all he gave Sandy happiness and joy. He will be missed by all and our thoughts and prayers are with Sandy and the entire family.
All Our Love,
Pete, Ann and Ryan Gilbert
Gene and Linda CAMARCO
August 24, 2013
Wall you left too soon. Were sure going to miss you and your generous and giving nature. Who are we going to ask to identify our little woodland creatures now? RIP
Love Linda and Gene
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