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Werner Joseph Obituary
Werner "Bill" Leopold Joseph died peacefully September 11, 2015 in Manchester, CT, aged 91 years. He was born in Albisheim, Germany to Simson and Hedwig Joseph. He is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Flora Joseph. He is also survived by his two daughters Nadine Vantine-Kelley and her husband Jay Kelley of Stoughton, MA and Madelyn Lankton and her husband Stephen Lankton of Glastonbury, CT. Bill is also greatly missed by his precious grandchildren, Eric Lankton, Benjamin Lankton and Chelsea Vantine-Kelley. Bill came to the United States in 1938 at the age of 13 and later served in the US Navy in the later years of World War II. After working as a machinist and then for Nyden's Department Store in Bridgeport, Bill became an insurance agent for Prudential. After retiring in 1985, he and Flora enjoyed many years of travel and enjoyment with grandchildren. Also survived by Bill is his sister Lisa Weiss, sister-in-law Anne Hornstein and many nieces and nephews. Services will take place on Sunday, September 13, 2015 at 9:00 AM DIRECTLY at Loyalty Cemetery, Burroughs Road, Fairfield.
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Ravi Srivastava
September 16, 2015
Madelyn,I'm saddened to hear about your loss. In this hour of grief, you and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.
Lily Bowen
September 14, 2015
Madelyn and family,
My deepest sypathies. I hope you find comfort in the many wonderful memories you all have had with your dad.
Mike & Donna Giuffrida
September 13, 2015
Very dearest Madelyn and family, we are so sorry to learn of your loss. We know you must hold a lifetime of dear and loving memories. Please also know you and your family are in our hearts and prayers. With much love, Mike and Donna Giuffrida
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