James J. Gaffney III

GAFFNEY James J. Gaffney III, age 44, of Monroe, died suddenly Sunday, April 13, 2003, in his home. Born in Bronx, N.Y., he had been a Monroe resident since 1975. James was an electronic technician employed by Imperial Electronic Assembly, Brookfield. He was a graduate of Masuk High School, Class of 1977, an avid fisherman and New York Yankees fan. He will be remembered for his friendship and always being there to help. Survivors include his beloved mother, Virginia Carroll Gaffney of Monroe; a brother, Robert C. Gaffney of Newtown; two sisters, Patricia A. Gaffney of Newtown, and Janet E. Gaffney of Southbury; his paternal grandfather, James J. Gaffney of Groton; a nephew, Robert J. Gaffney of Newtown; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his father, James J. Gaffney. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in the Redgate-Hennessy, Main Street and Gorham Place Trumbull, with the Rev. Emil A. Witschy, pastor of the Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Trumbull, officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. Friends may call Wednesday 4 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in his memory to the American Heart Association, 5 Brookside Drive, P.O. Box 5022, Wallingford, CT 06492-7522.