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Hector Dorval Obituary

DORVAL, Hector Hector Dorval, 65, of Franklin, passed away on Tuesday, (December 16, 2008) at Windham Hospital after a short battle with cancer. He leaves his beloved wife Nancy (Eisenberg) Dorval to cherish the many memories they made together. He was the owner of Innovative Designs of New England in Franklin. He loved boating with his wife and friends. He kept his boat, "Her Decision" at Gwenmor Marina in Mystic. Besides his wife, he leaves to mourn his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Dickna and Philip Eisenberg of Coventry; sister-in-law, Patricia and Edward Sczurek of Lebanon; brothers-in-law, Jerry Eisenberg of Coventry and Lee Eisenberg of Englewood, FL. He also leaves his godchild, Laura Dumas of Hebron as well as his adored niece and nephews and many cherished friends. At Hector's request, there will be no calling hours and services will be private. Donations in Hector's memory can be made to the American Cancer Society, 106 Rte. 32, Franklin Commons, Franklin, CT 06254. Messages of condolence may be sent to his family at www. potterfuneralhome.com

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Published by Hartford Courant on Dec. 18, 2008.

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Damien Rocherolle

January 7, 2009

Hello,

I wanted to say how sad I am to hear the news. Hector renovated our office space here in New London. He was a gentleman, and a great guy to work with. He will be missed.

Larry Cramer

January 5, 2009

Nancy,
I just heard about Hector's passing and I am so sorry to hear about it. He was a great guy to be around and he will be missed.

Kathleen LaBonte

December 29, 2008

Nancy,
Sorry to hear of your loss. We always admired your boat as you passed on the river. May Hector rest in peace. The LaBontes (Stress Relief Brewers Yacht Yard

Henry Swantek

December 22, 2008

Nancy,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Hectors passing! I am proud to have been his friend. He was a true professional with many admirable qualities and will be remembered always!

Sam Luberto

December 19, 2008

Dear Nancy,
I am so sorry to hear about my dear friend Hector, I will miss him. Please let me know if I can be of any help in these sad time.

Aimee Dorval

December 19, 2008

I'm really sorry to hear that Uncle Hector has passed. I waited to long to make contact with him. I do love him very much. I'm so sorry this has happened. With love.

Barbara Wilson, a cousin, also sends her condolences on his passing

Marshal Eisenberg

December 19, 2008

Dear Nancy and Family,

Deep condolences on the passing away of Hector, he was an incredibly great person.

It was GREAT having him as one of the family. He will TRULY be missed.

May God be with Hector; May he rest in peace.

Sincerely,

Kathy Davis

December 19, 2008

Nancy, it is with such a heavy sadden heart, that I am contacting you. Although, we have been apart, you and Hector have never left our thoughts and love. The times of joy, fun, and laughter fill our fondest, loving memories of Hector. A sweeter, kinder, man who always had a great smile and hug for us. Please know you are in our thoughts. Love, Kathy and Ray

December 19, 2008

We worked with Hector on and off for many years and it was definitely a pleasure to have known him.Your family will be in our prayers.

Bernie,Pete,Tonisha,Jess
Labor Ready Norwich

Debbie (Eisenberg) Wilder

December 19, 2008

Dear Nancy,

My deepest condolences go out to you. Hector was adored by everyone who knew him, and I hope you are able to keep his memories alive with all the wonderful times you had together.

Love,

Linda Most

December 18, 2008

Dear Nancy,

I just heard about Hector's passing and cannot believe it. You and he were so happy together every time I saw you, and Marshal kept me up to date on the goings-on. I hope that your fine memories will carry you through this difficult time and permit you to go forward with happy times.

elwood dorval

December 18, 2008

sorry to hear about hector
I hadn't seen him in years
he was my first cousin
elwood dorval

Joyce Ashe

December 18, 2008

Nancy
I am so sorry for your loss!!!.I know how much you & Hector loved each other.I know what you are going through and if there is ANYTHING that I can do please call me. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.My phone # is 860-537-0103. Love Joyce

judy kolesinsky

December 18, 2008

Thank God, Nanc, no one can ever take away the love and laughter that you and Hector shared. My prayers are now with you.
Love,
judy

Ed Pichette

December 18, 2008

Very sadenned upon learning of this,
truly a great guy with a priceless smile. Please accept my condolences

gordon Little

December 18, 2008

Very nice man,I'm glad I had the oppurnity to meet him.Gordon@ Easy Does It Storage

Whitney Longhi (Pat and Mark's daugther)

December 18, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss.
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Please accept my deepest sympathies..

Larry & Mary Bogardus

December 18, 2008

Our hearts go out to Nancy and family. I know that words do little in easing the pain of losing a loved one but be comforted in the knowledge that Hector was our friend and held in high esteem by us and all those who knew him at Gwenmor Marina. Peace be with you and your family.

Earl and Mary Lou Goodby

December 18, 2008

Our sympathy goes out to Nancy and the family. Hector was a true shipmate and will be missed dearly.

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