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Dennis Kilburn Obituary

Kilburn, Dennis R.
Dennis R. Kilburn, 60, entered into eternal rest on January 11, 2017, at Bridgeport Hospital, following a long and hard battle with numerous ailments. He was the beloved husband of Patricia Schilling Kilburn. Dennis was born in Bridgeport on Nov. 20, 1956, son of the late William and Clara Tamburrino Kilburn. Following his graduation from Andrew Warde High School in Fairfield, he served in the U.S. Navy. Dennis was employed as a licensed plumber and electrician for Liberty Auto and Electric in Bridgeport. Dennis was always available to help someone in need and enjoyed working on his computer, restoring older cars, photography and aquariums. In addition to his wife Patricia, he is survived by a loving son, Eric Kilburn of Bridgeport, brothers, Paul Kilburn of Redding and Mark Kilburn of Bridgeport, a sister, Pamela Hill of Fairfield, in-laws, Donald and Betty Schilling of Bridgeport, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, aunts, uncles and nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be held on Monday January 16, 2017, from 4-7 pm in the chapel of the SPINELLI-RICCIUTI/BEDNAR-OSIECKI FUNERAL HOME, 62 Beaver Street in Ansonia. On Tuesday, his funeral service will take place at 10:00 am in the funeral home with Deacon Richard Renker officiating. Interment with U.S. Navy military honors will immediately follow in St. John's Cemetery in Monroe. To send an act of sympathy, please visit www.spinelliricciutifh.com.



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Published by Connecticut Post on Jan. 15, 2017.

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Sydney

January 19, 2017

Dennis' loved ones,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Although the sorrow felt does not bring him back, I would like you to know that I am feeling for your family at this time.

January 17, 2017

Patty--
So sorry to hear about your husband..hugs to you...

Robin (from Park City Magnet)

Lorraine Wojchik

January 16, 2017

Patty, My prayers are with you for strength to get through this. I am so sorry that this happened to you.

Carol (Fava) and Fred Bixby

January 16, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Krys Caltabiano

January 15, 2017

Patty and Eric so sorry for your loss prayers hugs and strength your way love you

Tibbatts & Pisani Family

January 14, 2017

Patty and Eric, May Dennis finally be at peace. May the comfort of knowing he is no longer suffering and the wonderful memories you have of him give you the comfort and strength to help you through this sad time and remember our love and sympathy will be with you always. Just take one day at a time. Memory eternal. Love Barbara, Garry, Nick and Carla.

Debbie Hripak

January 14, 2017

Patty and Eric, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. With deepest sympathy,
Debbie, David and Megan

Sarah Ewud

January 14, 2017

Dear Patty and Eric, Our thoughts and prayers are with you both. Love you both xoxo. May Dennis rest in peace......
With Love, Paul and Sarah

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