BORN

1955

DIED

2021

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New Milford, Connecticut

David Bratton Obituary

David A. Bratton
David A. Bratton, of New Milford, CT died peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Thursday, March 11, 2021. He was 65 years old.
He born on October 31, 1955 in Danbury, CT, son of Roger and Arlene Bratton. David married the love of his life Debra J. DeMici on November 4, 1978. Together they moved to New Milford to raise their family. David was a unit manager with Altria for 37 years before retiring at 55.
David is survived by his loving wife Debbie; his children, Sean Bratton and his wife Katie Fitzpatrick of Chicago, IL, Kristen Bratton and Kelly Bratton both of New Milford, CT, his sister-in-law Gail Null and her husband Warren and many nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday March 17, 2021 at St. Francis Church, New Milford CT at 10 a.m. Lillis Funeral Home, 58 Bridge Street, New Milford, CT assisted the family with arrangements. Please visit Lillisfuneralhome.wordpress.com to send condolences.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in memory of David to help support Debbie and her two daughters during this difficult time. Please use the provided link for a gofundme, https://gofund.me/7802a79b

Published by Danbury News Times & New Milford Spectrum on Mar. 15, 2021.
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Deb So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find peace in all your memories you all shared together.

Kathy Murray Wolfson

March 26, 2021

Deb and family, I am so sorry of hearing of passing. He was a pleasure to know and a pleasure work with at Altria. He was always there when you needed him, great friend and loyal to his friends and family. He’ll surely will be missed! God bless you and your family during your trying times.
Joel and Paula Labonte

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March 17, 2021

Debbie and Family
We are so sorry and heartbroken to hear of Dave's passing. Dave and Deb the nicest couple, longtime family friends, have always been very special to our family. Sending love and prayers. Dave will always have a special place in our heart.

Bob, Marylou and Sharon Conley

March 16, 2021

Debbie and Family we are all so heartbroken to hear about Dave's passing. You have always been a very special couple to our family. Sending lots of love and prayers and strength.

Bob, Mary Lou and Sharon Conley

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March 16, 2021

Debbie, I’m so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Patty Raether

Patty Raether

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March 15, 2021

Debbie and family I am so sorry and heartbroken for all of you. Sending love and prayers.

Beth Fescoe

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March 15, 2021

I have known Dave and Deb since high school. One could never ask for a nicer, kinder couple. My sympathies and prayers go out to Debbie, family and friends. You will be sorely missed my friend.

Sharon & Mike Kuczenski

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March 15, 2021

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