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William Callan Obituary
William Charles Callan, 85, of Monroe, beloved husband of the late Candace Russell (Chamberlain) Callan, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 2, 2025. Born in Bridgeport on December 19, 1939, he was the son of the late Harold and Anne Callan. Bill was a graduate of Bullard-Havens Technical School and served in the United States Air Force. He worked at Alloy Engineering as a Chief Inspector until retirement. Bill's favorite activities included attending his grandchildren's sporting events, as well as being an avid UConn Huskies Basketball fan. He was a member of the Monroe and Bridgeport Historical Society, Connecticut Post Card Club and Harbor Valley Yacht Club. Bill was predeceased by his daughter, Kyle Ushka of Southbury, and his brother, Harold Callan. He will be forever missed by his daughter, Corley Fleming of Cheshire, brother, Thomas Callan of San Diego, sisters-in-law, Cherie Swetts (Tom) and Cindie Beauchamp, grandchildren, Michael, Rachael, Callan and Molly, along with many nieces and nephews. A special thank you to everyone at St. Vincent's Hospital and Masonicare for their extra care. A service of Christian Burial Interment will be private. Those who so desire may make contributions in Bill's memory to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105. To send online condolences, please visit www.redgatehennessy.com .
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Geralene Valentine
July 30, 2025
Corey . . . May your heart be filled with beautiful memories of your Dad. Jay (a founding member) and I adored your parents since we first met them at the Bridgeport Community Historical Society. We are Bridgeport-based photographers and we recall meeting you many years ago. Please feel free to reach out to us.
vincent callahan
June 10, 2025
Great memories growing up with the entire Callan family in the East End of Bridgeport.
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