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Alice Okarmus Obituary

Okarmus, Alice
Alice Okarmus, one day shy of 100 years old, beloved wife of the late Joseph Okarmus, went home to the Lord, Saturday, October 12, 2013 at her home surrounded by her family. Alice was a lifetime member of St. Anthony of Padua Church, Fairfield. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, gardening, and visiting family when able to. Survivors include three sons; James Okarmus and his wife Charlotte, Joe Okarmus and his wife Annette, John Okarmus and his wife Marlene, six grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, one great great grandchild and numerous nieces. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Alice's name to: Vitas Hospice, 99 Haley Lane, Suite 1204, Stratford, CT 06614.

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Published by Connecticut Post on Oct. 14, 2013.

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October 17, 2013

I'm sorry to hear about your Mom. She was such a worker and independent person. She was lucky to have loving family near by to help her in her later years even if she didn't always want the help. I'm glad my Mom and I were able to visit her after she came home from rehab.

Mary Frances Weiner

sue cameron

October 15, 2013

Joe so sorry to hear about your mom passing.

Maria Santiago, Norma and Carol C.

October 15, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to you
And your family

JG

October 15, 2013

With deepest sympathy to the family during your time of grief...God is for you a refuge and strength, A help that is there to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.

October 14, 2013

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.

Robin Okarmus Bonenfant

October 14, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

The Staff of Spear-Miller Funeral Home

October 14, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this time.

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