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DALTON, E. Robert E. Robert Dalton, 83, of West Hartford, died on Monday, (March 13, 2006). He was the beloved husband of Anne-Dillon Curry Dalton. He was born and raised in Huntington, IN, the son of the late Josephine and Richard W. Dalton. Mr. Dalton served with the United States Army Air Corps. during World War II, in Italy and North Africa. He was the graduate of the University of Notre Dame, class of 1949. He was Secretary in the Group Department of Travelers Insurance Company until his retirement in 1984. He was active in many religious, charitable and civic organizations. His true life was dedicated to his wife, children, and grandchildren. His greatest gift to them was his Faith. In addition to his wife, he his survived by the devoted children and their spouses, Anne-Dillon Costa, Esq. and her husband, Thomas S. Costa, Esq. of Yardley, PA, Angela Ritter and her husband, Gregory Ritter, of West Hartford; Emmet R. Dalton, Jr. of West Hartford, Frederick F. Dalton and his wife, Sharon C. Dalton, of West Hartford, Mary-Margaret Burgdorff, Esq. and her husband, Bradley Burgdorff, of West Hartford, Deidre Toole and her husband, Frank Toole, III of Pawcatuck, Elise Brennan and her husband, Matthew Brennan, M.D., of Dublin, Ireland, Ellen Patterson and her husband, Dr. Robert Patterson, of Crozet, VA, Sarah Vassiliou and her husband, George Vassiliou, of Potomac, MD. Known dearly as "Papa", he was the proud grandfather of 21 grandchildren: James, Robert, Ellen, and Timothy Costa; Megan, Gregory, and Patrick Ritter; Connor and Emma Dalton; Sarah and Kathleen Burgdorff; Connor, Michael, and Dillon Toole; Sean and Cormac Brennan; Anne, Adeline, and Alise Patterson; and Dimitri and Olivia Vassiliou. He is predeased by three sisters and three brothers. Family and friends may call at the Church of St. Peter Claver Parish Center, 47 Pleasant St., West Hartford on TODAY, Mar. 16 from 4-7 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in the Church of St. Peter Claver on Friday, Mar. 17 at 10 a.m. followed by burial in Fairview Cemetery, West Hartford. Memorial gifts may be made to the Church of St. Peter Claver Building Fund, 47 Pleasant St., West Hartford, CT 06107 or the Sisters of Mercy Retirement Fund, 249 Steele Rd., West Hartford, CT 06117. Arrangements are being handled by The Ahern Funeral Homes, Inc.
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Mary-Margaret Burgdorff
November 17, 2006
Dad, As our first Thanksgiving and Christmas without you are approaching, we all miss you more and more every day. We know you are happy and well,and that you are in Heaven with all of our relatives and friends who are there. We think about you and miss you every day. You know you are always in our thoughts and prayers. Please continue to watch over us. Thank you for the messages you have sent us. We heard them loud and clear! Love you so much Dad. Thank you for being such a great Dad. Sarah and Katie talk about you all the time. I will miss you always. Can't wait to see you in Heaven. Keep watch over Mom and all of us. Love you always and forever, Mare.
Mary Beth Shimkus Murphy
March 29, 2006
Dear Mrs. Dalton, Ellen, Elise, Deidre and entire Dalton Family,
I was so sorry to hear that Mr. Dalton passed away. I was in Florida on vacation with my family and was sad that I couldn't attend the wake or funeral. I remember him as the ultimate family man, preferring his children to bring their friends home instead of being elsewhere. Ellen, I think of our days rooming together and think of you often. Hope to see you at some point. Love, Mary Beth
Sherry Hall
March 17, 2006
To the Dalton Family,
May all of you know that you have my most heartfelt sympathy in the loss of "Papa". I know that the many memories you share will help heal the loss you feel now. God bless all of you.
Sincerely,
Didi and Greg Burns
March 17, 2006
Dear Dalton Family, We are good friends of Dillon and Tom in Yardley, PA. We wanted to be in CT with you but unfortunately could not work it out. We do however want you to know that we are with you in thoughts and prayers. Didi and Greg Burns
Lisa Tarala
March 17, 2006
Dear Deidre & Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
City Club of Washington
March 16, 2006
Sarah:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jim Del Piano
March 16, 2006
Dear Dalton Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. God bless you at this time of sorrow.
Erich Pilatti
March 16, 2006
Dear Dalton Family, I am sorry about the loss of your husband, father & grandfather. When I lived on Outlook Ave. I can remember him walking down the street from work to be with his family. I went to school with Fred & Emmet but being in West Hartford I did get a chance to know and meet the entire Dalton family. I know he will be missed by all. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Patricia Brewer
March 16, 2006
Ann Dillon: I just learned that Bob has died. I am so sorry. I feel that I have lost a friend, one not seen often, but always met with pleasure. I remember when Bob was young- He was always handsome.-He was co-star to you in your role as Catherine McAuley. I don't think I would have predicted then that fifty-some years, nine children and many, many grandchildren later, I would be using e-mail to tell you and your children and their children of my deep sympathy at the loss of this this great and good husband and father and grand father.
I am here in Florida visiting my brother Don, so I won't be able to be at the wake and funeral. Please know that you are very much in my thoughts. I will be in touch just as soon as I get back to Hartford Sr. Pat Brewer
Anne Marie and Frank Toole
March 16, 2006
Dear Anne-Dillon and Family We regret that we will be unable to be with you to celebrate Bob's life. He will always be remembered by our family as a real soldier and gentleman. Our prayers are with you all.
Anne Marie and Frank Toole
Douglas and Veronica Burgdorff
March 16, 2006
Anne-Dillon and Family-
We were honored to have met Bob in our few visit's to Hartford. We will treasure the time we spent with him. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
May Peace Be With You!
Silvia Pilatti-Doe
March 16, 2006
Dear Mrs. Dalton & Family,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved husband, father & grand-father. I know that Mr. Dalton is at peace in heaven with Our Lord. And still keeping an eye on you! I attended St. Thomas School with Angela. Please give her my best. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you!!!
Al & Betty Halberstadt
March 15, 2006
Dear Anne-Dillon.
Our prayers are with you and the family I have many fond memories of Bob at TIC.we shared many memories of our travels. I am sure that God had a special spot reserved for Bob. God bless you and your family.
Love, Betty & Al
Edward E Hunt
March 15, 2006
To Anne-Dillon and Family
I lost an old Friend !!
My thoughts are with You All at this time. Anne I'll tell Sylvia
when I see Her at The nursing div.
of Seabury Continuing Care tomorrow.
Greg and Leslie Gilbert
March 15, 2006
Dear Ann-Dillon,
Our thoughts and deep prayers are with you and your family. We feel so blessed to have known Bob and see all that he meant to your wonderful family. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted" Matthew 5:4
Kitty Sacco
March 15, 2006
Dear Mrs. Dalton and Family,
Please accept my deepest and heartfelt sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kind regards,
Colleen Paul Quinn
March 15, 2006
Dear Ann-Dillon,
I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing but know that he will now be able to lovingly watch over his extensive family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of great loss. Though I haven't seen you and Bob for many years I remember him so well. As a teenager visiting your household, it was always so busy and full of life. Dillon and I have remained great friends and have had the opportuinity to share our familes. I will always thank the Mount for this special relationship.
I hope you will stay healthy and continue to enjoy all of your grand children for many years to come. Love , Colleen
Sarah & Katie Burgdorff
March 15, 2006
God bless you Papa.
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