Dean A. Ockerbloom

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Dean Ockerbloom Obituary

OCKERBLOOM, Dean A. 75, of Avon, CT, husband to Marianne (Heidt) Ockerbloom, died Wednesday, (January 26, 2011). Born and raised in Arlington, MA, son of the late Carl and Helen (Haraden) Ockerbloom, he received his BA from Northeastern University in 1958. He served in the U.S. Army and was employed by Travelers for 44 years retiring as Second Vice President in 2002. Besides his wife of 48 years, he leaves a daughter, Kristin Donohue and husband Kevin of Simsbury, CT; two sons, John Mark Ockerbloom and wife Mary of Philadelphia, PA and Steven Ockerbloom and wife Alexandra of Granby, CT; seven grandchildren; and brother, Richard C. Ockerbloom and wife Anne of Winchester, MA. Calling hours are Sunday, Jan. 30, 3-6 p.m. at Carmon Funeral Home & Family Center, 301 Country Club Rd., Avon. Family and friends may gather Monday, Jan. 31, 9:15 a.m. at the Carmon Funeral Home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. at the Church of Saint Ann, 289 Arch Rd., Avon. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Contributions made to Hartford Catholic Worker, 26 Clark St., Hartford, CT 06120. For condolences visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Boston Globe from Jan. 28 to Jan. 29, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Dean Ockerbloom

10 Entries

Yvonne Leger

February 3, 2011

I worked with Dean for many years at Travelers and did volunteer work with him at the Immaculate Conception Shelter in Hartford. He always amazed me at how devoted he was to his religion and to serving those in need. I truly believe he has earned his special place in heaven. My sympathy to his family. Please know that there are many of us who share your loss.

Dave Grodzicki

February 1, 2011

To Kris and her Family my deepest condolences on the lose of your father. I've worked with Kris for a number of years at The Hartford and many times she has told me about her father. Kris and family members always remember those wonderful memories of your Father and Grandfather that you will cherish the rest of your lives.

Dee LaMay

January 30, 2011

Dear Ockerbloom family,
I am so sorry to learn about the passing of Dean. I am a colleague of Steven's whom I admire tremendously. Even though I did not have the pleasure of meeting this wonderful man, I am sure that you, Steve, made him so proud. I can only hope that my own sons turn out to be as terrific as you are. My thoughts are with all of you at this very sad time.
My best to you all,
Dee LaMay

Shirley Sutton

January 29, 2011

Steve and Alex,

I hold you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

January 29, 2011

To Marianne, Chris, John and Steve,
I remember fondly the friendship my husband and I had with your family, dating back to the time when we all lived in Granby. We moved to Avon as our family grew, and were amazed to find that our friends the Ockerblooms had bought a house down the street from us! We remained friends through the years and will always remember the good times.
Affectionately,
Lois Oelrich

chris riesbeck

January 29, 2011

To Dean's Family, I had the opportunity to work with Dean during his time with St. Ann's Cares and wanted to express my deepest sympathies to your entire family. Dean will be missed by many.

lewis robinson

January 28, 2011

During my 26 years as an attorney for The Travelers, I had occasion to work with Dean on a number of company matters. Dean was always professional, but cordial, and happy to assist by sharing his considerable insurance expertise and experience.
I send my sincere condolences to the entire family with the hope that Dean may now rest in peace.

Brenda Copithorne

January 28, 2011

To Dean's Family, Dean was one of the very first employees I met 34 years ago here at The Travelers - we had a wonderful working friendship and kept in touch after his retirement. Dean was the most selfless and generous man I had the honor of knowing - I learned a great deal about compassion, patience and volunteerism from him. After he retired, Dean and I went to lunch together several times - those times were spent talking about everything from art, history, religion and his fond memories of working at The Travelers - those times will remain very precious memories for me. I know God has a special place reserved in Heaven for Dean. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers during the sad days ahead and hope that loving memories will help give you strength.

January 28, 2011

hey Steve,

just wanted to say how saddened I was to hear of the loss of your dad. he seemed like a very cool guy the one time I met him. my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

respectfully,

gary

Ann Eaton

January 28, 2011

To Dean's family,
I worked with Dean for many years. He was one of the most caring and nurturing persons I have ever known. He will be missed by many. My sincerest condolences to you all.

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