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George DeJoy Obituary

DeJOY George A. DeJoy, age 91 of Naugatuck, entered into rest on Friday, October 13, 2006 in his home. He was the devoted husband of the Rose Alfano DeJoy. He was born in Shelton, on December 29, 1914, son of the late Vito and Lucia Pelegrino DeJoy, and was a life long resident of Shelton before moving to Naugatuck three years ago. Mr. DeJoy was an electrician at the former B.F. Goodrich Company for many years before his retirement. He is the father of Robert DeJoy of Peoria, Ariz., Rose L. Palumbo of Shelton, and the late George A. DeJoy. He is also survived by eight grandsons; many great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by several brothers and sisters. Friends may call on Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. with his funeral service to follow at 12 p.m. in the Riverview Funeral Home 390 River Rd. Shelton. Burial will follow in Mt. St. Peter Cemetery. Leave condolences to the family at www.riverviewfh.com.

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Published by Connecticut Post on Oct. 17, 2006.

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