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Doris Seelig Obituary
Doris was born Jan. 18, 1927, in Hamden to Lewis and Viola Hall. Growing up, her family would camp at Hammonasset Beach State Park, where Doris met her future husband Bill, while they were just young teens.
After completing High School, Doris attended the Women's College at the University of North Carolina Greensboro in N.C., graduating with a degree in Physical Education. Doris and Bill were married in 1949 and took up residence in West Hartford where she worked as a paraprofessional in the public school system.
After raising her children, Doris went to work for Avery Heights Senior Community Center in Hartford where she was an administrative assistant until her retirement in 1992. Through the years Doris was a dedicated member of the Eastern Star and Mother Advisor of West Hartford Order of Rainbow Girls. After retirement she and Bill moved permanently to their summer home in Niantic. Always a huge sports fan, Doris never missed a broadcast of her favorite teams, the UCONN Girls Basketball and the Boston Red Sox.
In addition to her husband, Bill Seelig, Doris is survived by her three daughters,Susan Chase, (Bruce) of York S.C., Kathryn Leindecker, (Willard) of East Lyme and Beth Nyerick (Partner Ken Swanson) of Torrington; Her grandchildren, Rick, Debi and CJ; and great-grandchildren, Sydney, Jackson, Zoe and Emily
The family wishes to thank the wonderful team of dedicated caregivers that allowed us to keep mom comfortably at home.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of Southeastern Conn, 227 Dunham St., Norwich, CT. 06360 or Niantic Community Church, Pennsylvania Ave, Niantic, CT. 06357.
Calling hours will be held from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 2, 2019, in Fulton-Theroux Funeral Home, 13 Lake Ave, Niantic, CT. 06357. A memorial service will immediately follow at 3pm in the funeral home.
Please visit www.fultontherouxniantic.com for photos, tributes, directions and more service information.
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Tom & Barb Mahoney
March 3, 2019
We are saddened, and so sorry to hear about Doris's passing. She was such a fun, kind and loving person ~ always a delight to talk to. Occasionally, we would stop to talk on the way to or from the beach. We would often be invited in to chat and talk about family, current events, or inevitably, the Red Sox or Uconn teams. She and Bill always made us feel welcomed and at home. We will miss her down to earth warmth, humor, and friendliness.
February 26, 2019
Linda Blake
Linda Blake
February 26, 2019
Kathy,
May loving memories help you through the loss of your Mom
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