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1932
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2020
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Samuel Chinigo Obituary
Sam was born in Norwich in 1932, to Joseph and Mary Marchese Chinigo, and has been a lifelong resident. He is predeceased by his wife Dorothy, who he was happily married to for 53 years.
A U.S. Veteran of the Korean War, Sam retired from Norwich Public Utilities, and will be remembered for his sharp wit, the twinkle in his eye, and his willingness to help others, especially his family. Friends and family always looked forward to Sam and Dot's summer picnics and Christmas gatherings.
A jack of all trades, Sam enjoyed gardening, carpentry, and home projects. It seemed like there was nothing he couldn't fix, and the yard always had an abundance of flowers for family and friends to enjoy.
Sam is survived by his son Samuel J. Chingo Jr. and his wife Kerry of Preston, their two children Gabriella and Mason; son Anthony Chinigo of Norwich; and daughter Gina Chinigo of Norwich.
He was also predeceased by eight siblings, Daniel Chinigo, Michael Chinigo, Frederick Chinigo, Marie Chinigo Taylor, Frank Chinigo, and Rose Chinigo, all of Norwich, Joseph Chinigo of North Carolina, and Angelina Chinigo Peabody of California.
Burial services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 11, 2020, at St. Joseph's Cemetery.
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Lindsay williams heaslip
December 12, 2020
Sam was always a gentleman and a joy to work with always a twinkle in his eye. My sympathies to his family
Lisa Malerba
December 11, 2020
Your Dad always spoke so proudly of his family. Your Mom a true joy. I had the pleasure of working with him from 1983 until his retirement. Heartfelt condolences to you all.
Gary and Wendy Bohara
December 10, 2020
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