Claire M. Walsh

Claire Walsh Obituary

WALSH, Claire M. Claire M. Walsh, 83, passed away peacefully at home on March 9, 2007. Born on May 31, 1923 to William and Charlotte McGarr, Claire lived in Thompsonville in her early years and then in Hartford, where she graduated from Hartford High School, Class of 1941. Claire moved to Wethersfield in 1958. She was married to John T. Walsh, a former Director of Finance of Hartford, for 47 years until his passing at the age of 73. She and John greatly enjoyed spending time with their family and friends at their cottage in Falmouth, MA, as well as traveling with friends abroad. Claire was predeceased by her brother Bill McGarr and her sister Peg (McGarr) Tetlak. Claire was an avid Bridge player, past member of the Garden Club, the Connecticut Assoc. of Children with Learning Disabilities and the Corpus Christi PTA. She was an active member in her parish of Corpus Christi and was cherished by a multitude of friends. Claire is survived by one son; John (Jack) Walsh Jr. of Hebron and three daughters; Mary Charlotte Walsh of New Haven, Martha Ann Walsh of Wethersfield, and Jane Claire Walsh, wife of Robert Laney of Las Vegas, NV. She also leaves behind one beloved sister-in-law Margaret McGarr of Pocassett, MA, and three adored grandchildren; Emily Claire Dove, Richard Dove and Eva Walsh of New Haven. Claire's nieces and nephews are too numerous to name, but all loved her as deeply as she loved them. Funeral Service will be held Monday, March 12, 2007 at 9:30 a.m. from the Farley-Sullivan Funeral Home, 34 Beaver Rd, Wethersfield followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Corpus Christi Church, 601 Silas Deane Hwy, Wethersfield. Her final resting place will be beside her loving husband John, at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 13 at the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Otis Air Force Base, Falmouth, MA. Friends and relatives may call on the family, Sunday, March 11, 2007 from 4-7 p.m. at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in memory of Claire to Intensive Education Academy, 840 No. Main St. West Hartford, CT 06117.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Mar. 10, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Claire Walsh

10 Entries

Ramona & George Doten

March 12, 2007

Yes, Claire did love to play bridge, and we spent many, many Monday afternoons doing just that.
She was an excellent bridge play, and a very strong and courageous woman. Our deepest sympathies.

Barbara Sobieski

March 12, 2007

Mary, Jack, Jane, Martha,
My sincere sympathy to all of you on the passing of your mother. She was a strong lady with great faith. She had a wonderful life and the greatest family to support her. I know you will love and support each other through these difficult times. Stay together and stay strong.
With love, Barbara

Nancy (Corcoran) Wrinn

March 11, 2007

I am sorry for your loss. 'Aunt' Claire was always sweet and kind. I have fond memories of visitng at your home with our families as a child and walking to the corner to get ice cream. May her soul rest in peace and you all share her love in your hearts.

Ann Cannistraro

March 11, 2007

I will miss my favoite Aunt & Godmother! You were an inspiration to all with your strength, warmth & loving nature. You will be greatly missed, but the fond memories will have an impact forever.

Kathy Corcoran

March 11, 2007

Dear Jack, Mary Martha and Jane,

I am sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. She was a sweet person. I send God's love and comfort to you all.

God Bless You,
Kathy Corcoran
Newington, CT

Claire Rose

March 11, 2007

Dear Mary and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I always loved hearing all your stories from one Irish family to another! Please take care of yourself during this difficult time. I'll speak to you soon.
Fondly, Claire Rose

Peg Rooney

March 10, 2007

To Claires children and grandchildren. Your mom was an incredible lady. My Dad and I enjoyed touring Ireland with her and the Skelly family. Her kindess and positve attitude about life lifted all those around her,

Jean Willey

March 10, 2007

To Claire's family

My deepest sympathy to all in the passing of Claire , I only knew her as a fellow resident of Collier Farms. She was always so nice to talk with and I will certainly miss seeing her. She was a lady with great inner strength and courage.

Jean Willey, 38 Baileys Lane

Geri Sheffey

March 10, 2007

Jack, Mary, Martha, Jane, Emily, Richard, and Eve:

Thinking of you at this most difficult time. Your mom (grandmother) was a truly wonderful person, and the picture in the paper shows her just how I remember her, with her zest for life. Thinking of you all and keeping you in my prayers.

Love,

Geralyn

Michael and Nella D'Onofrio

March 10, 2007

To all of Claire's children - Mike and I were saddened to hear and read of Claire's death. She lived across from us at Collier Farms. We would always see her on her way to the Cape, to the beach in CT. or on her way to playing bridge, which she loved. It was a pleasure to see her caring for her flowers. She was always a happy-go-lucky person, no matter how bad she was feeling. She always greeted you with a smile. We will surely miss her presence across the street.
Love, Mike and Nella D'Onofrio

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