Frederic Latimer Way II

WAY, Frederic Latimer, II Frederic Latimer Way, II, 52, died unexpectedly in Philadelphia on Tuesday, (April 21, 2009). Born on March 3, 1957, in Hartford, Frederic "Ric" was the beloved son of Virginia (Scripture) Way of Hebron and the late John Latimer Way. He was a graduate of The University of Connecticut (School of Engineering), Westminster School, and Renbrook School. Ric grew up in West Hartford and pursued business opportunities, which brought he and his family to Maine, New Hampshire, and Switzerland. Over the last few years, he resided at his Ancestral Home, "The Farm", in Gilead. He was in the manufacturing industry for many years, having held executive positions at New Britain Machine, Lund Manufacturing, Schneeberger AG (Switzerland), and Gangloff Industries (Switzerland). A very active man with many interests and an entrepreneurial spirit, Ric started his own machine tool operation, Applied Concepts, and was particularly proud of working closely with his father, who served in an advisory capacity. More recently he succeeded in founding and developing Thrillsleds Inc., a performance sledding company that caters to ski resorts. Ric's business and cultural interests had him traveling extensively in the U.S. and abroad, and whenever possible he included his boys on his trips. While business interests were extremely important to him Ric's biggest, most passionate love was people; his sons Frederic "Ricky" and Brewster, his family, his friends, business associates, and all those with whom he came in contact. Well read and well educated, Ric could converse on any subject with a focused interest for the facts and always welcomed a lively debate. A very caring soul who had a passion for life and will be missed dearly. Ric always welcomed learning something new, his varied interests and hobbies included a passion for cars, love of books, cooking, cutting edge technology, and the German language in which he was fluent. He also enjoyed many sports including skiing and hockey. He played hockey throughout his youth and took pride in coaching his son in West Hartford hockey. Ric is survived by his sons: Frederic Latimer Way, III (mother Catherine G. Way of West Hartford), and Brewster John Way (mother Caroline P. Way of Wilmington, NC), two brothers: John L. Way of Paris, France and Chester S. Way and his wife Mary B. of West Hartford; a sister Ruth A. Way of Hebron; and two beloved nieces, Catherine M. Way and Madeline S. Way both of West Hartford. Ric also leaves behind some very special people in his numerous cousins, extended family and wonderful friendships, including Steven K. Walton and Sandra van Essche. Ric's family would like to extend their appreciation and thanks for the efforts and kindness of the staff of Rittenhouse Hotel, Hahnemann University Hospital and the Emergency responders of the city of Philadelphia. Donations in Ric's memory can be made to: The Asylum Hill Congregational Church, 814 Asylum Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105, The Gilead Congregational Church, 672 Gilead Street, Hebron, CT 06248 or to The Hebron Historical Society, P.O. Box 43, Hebron, CT 06248-0043. There will be a Memorial Service Sunday, April 26 at 4 p.m. at the Asylum Hill Congregational Church in Hartford. The James T. Pratt Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. For on-line expressions of sympathy, please visit: www.desopo.com