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Edward McMenemy Obituary
Plainfield - Edward John McMenemy, 79 of Plainfield, CT, died Thursday, September 17, 2020 at the W.W. Backus Hospital in Norwich, CT. He was born on August 18, 1941 in Franklin, MA, a son of the late Alice (Nadolny) and John McMenemy, Sr. He is survived by his loving wife Joanne (Comtois) McMenemy. They celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary June 3rd. Ed was a US Army and National Guard Veteran who also proudly served in the Peace Corps. He enjoyed his years as a reporter and state desk editor at the Norwich Bulletin and later as managing editor of the Windham County Transcript. He retired from Scottish and Newcastle Importers and was last employed by Heineken Inc. After retirement, he took pleasure in working part time at Home Depot in Lisbon, CT. In addition to his wife Joanne, he is survived by his son Kevin (Nichole) of Columbia, TN, daughter Kristine (Andy) of Dayville, CT and his cherished grandchildren, Kevin, Jr., Drew, Amina, Ayla, Abby, Preston and Garrett. He is also survived by many in-laws, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother John and sisters Mary Anne and Sheila. A sister Kathleen survives him.
There will be a mass of Christian burial on Tuesday, September 22 at 11:00 a.m. at All Hallows Church in Moosup, CT with graveside service to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Danielson, CT. Due to COVID regulations social distancing and masks are required for services attended. www.doughertybrosfuneralhome.com
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October 25, 2020
Such a kind man! May God rest his soul! - Friar Paschal
Ken Mazur
October 1, 2020
Served with Ed in the National Guard and later worked with him for years at Weight Watchers. Wonderful guy. The world is a lesser place without him.
Brenda Fournier
September 23, 2020
Joanne, I'm so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts & prayers. May the many memories of a lifetime help you through this difficult time.
Rachel Bernier
September 22, 2020
so sorry for your loss Eddie was a great guy
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