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John Hartman Obituary
John A. M. "Big John" Hartman, of Branford, died Wednesday November 29, 2017 at Yale-New Haven Hospital. He was the husband of Linda Miller Hartman. John was born September 1, 1948 in Bridgeport, CT, son of the late Edna Alling Mason Hartman. He was a graduate of Keene State College and received his Master's Degree from the University of Bridgeport. He worked as a guidance counselor for Brown Middle School in Madison and Kurn Hattin School in Westminster, VT. He left school counseling and became a professional musician, working for Horizon Tours among other engagements. He is a direct descendent of Roger Alling, one of the founders of New Haven Colony. Besides his wife, he is survived by his daughters, Jane (Trevor) MacLachlan of Walpole, NH and Joanne (Antonio) Martinez of New Haven; his stepsons, Brian Stapelfeldt of Roswell, GA and Dennis Stapelfeldt of Norwalk, CT; his step-daughter, Melissa "Missy" Giove of NC; and his grandchildren, Gabriella and Zechariah Martinez and Lauren, Caroline and Ian MacLachlan.
Friends are invited to visiting hours Saturday afternoon from 2:00 – 4:00, with a Remembrance Service at 3:00, in the W. S. Clancy Memorial Funeral Home, 244 North Main Street, Branford. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the Elijah Barrett Scholarship, c/o Surry Village Charter School, 449 Rt. 12A, Surry, NH 03431. For directions and online memorial see www.wsclancy.com.
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Thomas Tambasco
May 11, 2018
So saddened to learn of John's passing from a fellow bus driver. I can recall so many arrivals at the Log Cabin hearing John's voice along with the ukulele, extending a warm greeting to the senior groups I and other drivers were bringing to a show. My kindest thoughts and prayers for Linda and family.
Bob Gedney
February 15, 2018
Linda......So sorry to hear of John's passing! It was good to reconnect with him at the SPS reunion in 2016.
Peter Briggs
December 6, 2017
The world is a poorer place with the passing of Big John , who lived life fully. I will always remember the great times we had in the islands, and later with his wonderful wife Linda, whom he so adored.
He was like a brother to me....I will never forget his big heart, kindness, love of life, music, entertainment, sense of benevolent mischief, and warm sense of humor.
I am certain his departure leaves a large void , for Linda his and her daughters and grandchildren. While I am sorry for your loss, please hold on to the wonderful memories, and happiness he created daily. Sending love and prayers
Heidi Sorensen
December 4, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of John's passing and would most certainly have gone to the service had I known in time. I have many wonderful memories connected to John in Branford , Bethany, and summers in Ocean City. John was larger then life in so many ways. My sympathy to Linda and the girls. My thoughts are with you. Rest in peace Big John. I will always remember you behind a piano. Love Heidi
December 2, 2017
Linda our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.We are so sad for the loss of John.We had a lot of good times at Goodsell. May all the memories give you some peace. Rest In Peace John.
Daveandirene
December 2, 2017
Very fond memories of John riding the Green Mountain Flyer with Verizon Tour groups. His music was a great bonus for the trips and for so many passengers.
Bruce Cloutier
Retired Engineer-Green Mountain Railroad
bill de pietro
December 1, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Linda. I will miss John playing the banjo and greeting the folks on the tours with Log Cabin and Delaney. May he rest in peace.
Laurette Ratte
December 1, 2017
Big John will be remembered for his big heart, his great sense of humor, and the adoration he clearly showed for his beautiful wife Linda. It was always so nice to see him at the Log Cabin, he was so funny and just a great guy to talk to. Linda, so very sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers, Laurette (Log Cabin bartender)
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