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James Fleegal Obituary

FLEEGAL James Harry Fleegal, age 57 of Trumbull, entered eternal life Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at St. Vincent's Hospital in Bridgeport. He was the son of the late Sarah Long Fleegal and Clinton James Fleegal. He was born in Huntingdon, Pa., raised in Palmyra, Pa. and resided in Sunbury, Pa. and Vancouver, Wash. before moving to Trumbull. Jim began his career in the family grocery business and worked in retail, management and client services for most of his life. Jim was a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church, having served in many ways at the local and district levels. He was chairman of the District Committee on Lay Speaking. Jim was passionate about developing contemporary worship and empowering lay ministers. He leaves behind his wife of 30 years, Karolyn V. Fleegal; a daughter, Kelly; and a son, Derick Fleegal at home; sisters, Sarah F. Wagner of Palmyra, Pa. and Gwyn F. Maloney of Zelienople, Pa. and their families. A memorial service and celebration of life will be held Saturday, March 29, 2008 at 2 p.m. in Nichols United Methodist Church, 35 Shelton Road, Trumbull. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to CT/NY District UMC, memo: Lay Speaking Ministries, 20 Broadfield Road, Hamden, CT 06517 or to The National Kidney Foundation of CT, memo: Research at 2139 Silas Deane Highway, Rocky Hill, CT 06067.

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Published by Connecticut Post from Mar. 27 to Mar. 28, 2008.

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Ruth Barley

April 8, 2008

Gwyn,
I tried to reply to you but the email address I used returned as wrong. Please write again.

Ruth (Clawser) Barley

April 2, 2008

Karolyn, Kelly, Derick and Sally & Gwyn,

I just read about Jim's death and am so very sad for your loss. My brother Lee Clawser and I lived in Campbelltown, PA just "across the street" from your home and grocery store. As grade school kids we played together all the time, board games, baseball, rode bike, and didn't get into too much trouble,,,,ha.

Several years ago Jim and I started to email to each other just to keep in touch. He never mentioned his health issues. He did mail a picture of Kelly and Derick when one of you went to your senior Prom.

I'm sure Jim's faith helped him to reduce his struggle and gives him Peace.

God Bless all of you.

David White

April 1, 2008

Karol, Kelly, Derick, and all family,
We will miss Jim's sense of humor, his kindness and his intelligence, but most of all we will miss his heart. We know he is well, and at peace. God bless.

Love,
Debbie, Melanie, Melissa, Jessica, and David White

Lee E. Clawser

April 1, 2008

I am very sorry to hear that Jim passed away. I am a old fiend of Jim's from when Jim and his family lived in Campbelltown, Pa. I work at Kapp Advertising and saw the Notices in our paper today (4/1/'08). I do wish that you have in knowing that Jim is at Peace and I have many Good times when we were kids growing up in Campbelltown. GOD Bless. Lee E. Clawser (Lebanon, Pa.)

Gayle,Pat,Beth,Isaiah,Naomi Rutledge

March 30, 2008

The sun may be a little less bright today, but having Jim restored from such suffering to true peace adds comfort to our thoughts. Love to all of you as Jim rejoins our guardians.

Cindy Pokrywka

March 29, 2008

To the Family and Friends of Jim Fleegal:

Jim was a special man, a special friend with incredible gifts. He listened to us and always knew the right thing to say. He guided so many including myself to challenge our beliefs to become better people, no, better Christians. I take great comfort in knowing the "Shackles" of this world are no more and he is dancing right now in paradise. I will miss him very much.

Michael Liriano

March 29, 2008

Dear Mrs. Fleegal, Kelly and Derick
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Fleegal was a great man and a good mentor in life. He will be greatly missed.
Michael Liriano

Marie Strolin

March 28, 2008

To the family and friends of Jim,

Jim was such a sweet and special light in this world and I was so very blessed to know him. As one of the many who was forever changed and inspired by his passion for lay ministries, I am grateful to Jim for his dedication and for sharing his love and faith, and I give thanks to God who sent Jim into my life and heart. In leaving this world, I feel that Jim heard those wonderful words: "'Well done, good and faithful servant!....Come and share your master's happiness!” (Matthew 25:21 NIV). I will miss him so much.

May Jim’s light and faith be a continuing inspiration and comfort to us all.

Marie Strolin
Nichols UMC

Debbie Wright

March 28, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Ken & Debbie Wright

Betty Brandt

March 27, 2008

Dear Mrs. Fleegal & Family,
I was very saddened to hear of Jim's passing. He did so much for
our District Lay Speaking Committee.
Please accept my deepest sympathy.

"In my Father's house are many
mansions. I go to prepare a place for you, that where I am, you may be also."
John 14

Chris Valenti

March 27, 2008

Dear Mrs. Fleegal and Family:
We are so very sorry for the loss of your beloved husband. Please know you and your family are in our prayers during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
The Valenti Family (Paul)

Tim and Sandra Carey

March 27, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. Jim was a wonderful and loving person. You are so blessed to have each other - you are a strong and wonderful family

Bruce &Chris Houck

March 27, 2008

Chris and I would like to express our deepest regrets.

Lori Capri

March 27, 2008

Jim has been greatly admired for his gifts of his talents and his love of God that he shared with so many people in the Methodist churches in the area. He was a good friend and I will miss him.

Richard Condon

March 27, 2008

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

Bill Smith

March 27, 2008

Jim was an inspiration to all and great help to me.

Lisa Lieberthal

March 27, 2008

Dear Karolyn, Kelly and Derick - I am so beyond sorry to hear of your loss - all our hearts are going out to you.... Much love, Lisa, Neil, Dania and Justin Lieberthal

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