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Herbert Sobanski Obituary

Name: Mass of Christian Burial for Herbert Sobanski
Start: 2019-11-07T15:00:00.000Z
Location: Holy Family Church

Herbert S. Sobanski, Jr., 58, of Enfield, beloved husband of Sherri (Webb) Sobanski, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at his home. Born in New Britain, CT on January 6, 1961, he was the son of the late Herbert S. and Simone Alice (LaFlamme) Sobanski and grew up in New Britain. Herb was presently working for Aetna as an Infrastructure Engineer at the time of his passing. A true outdoorsman, Herb loved anything related to the natural world. He always referred to the woods and swamp as his church. He was a tireless advocate for the fishing, hunting, and trapping community through legislation and education. Herb was the President of the Connecticut Fur Harvesters Association, and the chief instructor for the State DEEP as well as a trapping mentor to countless individuals. Besides his beloved wife Sherri, he leaves his 5 loving children, Joseph Sobanski of Berlin, Germany, Nicholas Sobanski of Manchester, Brian and Lillian Sobanski of Enfield, and William Eastham of Ellington; 4 siblings, David Sobanski of Waterford, Lynne Cavanna of South Glastonbury, Danette Pape of Cody, WY, and Cathy Caron of New Britain; and his in-laws, William and Barbara Webb of Enfield. His family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 from 4-7 PM at Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels, 61 South Rd. Enfield. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, November 7, at 10 AM, DIRECTLY at Holy Family Church, Enfield. Everyone is asked to meet at the church. Burial will be private in at Enfield St. Cemetery, Enfield. For online condolences, please visit www.leetestevens.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Nov. 5, 2019.

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DiAnne Cook

November 4, 2020

I still miss him and will be forever grateful to have known him. I just hope he realized the profound impact he had on my life. I hope that wonderful memories are helping you and the kids cope with the loss. Stay well and let me know if there is anything I can do. Di

Thomas Beard

October 30, 2020

You are missed my friend!!!!!

January 14, 2020

Herb was Aetna Computer Operation's grand mentor and defender. All of us were made better because of his presence. I'm having a hard time processing his loss. I wish I could thank him one more time for his many kindnesses.
Jay Ryan

jeffrey Littlefield

November 12, 2019

wow just got word of ur passing its crazy that i just saw u for my coyote land trapping just week backs and was looking forward to the fur trapping thing in berlin. but just wanted to thank u for all the info i got from ur classes that i took that u were the instructor for. Till we meet again herb hope u can keep trapping and enjoying that out door life up there in heaven. sending my thoughts and prayers to ur family and friends and to our trapping community thanks again for everything.

Jeffrey littlefield
Griswold CT 06351

Bud & Lisa Carr

November 7, 2019

Sherrie and family. We are very sadened to hear of Herb's passing. We have worked with him a long time. He was a great guy and co-worker. He will be missed.

David Banks

November 7, 2019

To Herbs, Family My Sympathy for your loss.
Herb was very hard working man & I appreciated & was fortunate to have experienced his support.
he indeed will be missed & remembered fondly.
sincerely & respectfully

D. Banks

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Sarah McKergow

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Rick Farrick

November 6, 2019

Sherri and family - so sorry to hear of Herb's passing. He was an awesome guy, we were very lucky to know and work with him. He will be missed everyday and thought of kindly... Rick Farrick, Maeghan Goldner, Dave Szabo, Nick Morello, Tracy Sutton and Kurt Bahrs - the Aetna DR team...

michele dankowski

November 6, 2019

Sherri and Family my sympathies on Herb's sudden passing

Angelique Tringali

November 5, 2019

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

November 5, 2019

Sherri, so sorry to hear of Herb's Passing. Sending our love to you today, tomorrow and always. Aunt Ginny and Uncle Jules

November 5, 2019

Sherri, so sorry to hear of Herb's passing. Sending our love to you and your family today, tomorrow and always.

November 5, 2019

I am so very sorry for your loss. Herb was friendly and he had a contagious smile. His demeanor was always kind. We will miss him.
God bless - Diana Nobert, Michael Bavasso

Fran Iannucci

November 5, 2019

Reaching out with my deepest condolences to you and your family Sherri. I will be thinking of you and wishing you peace and comfort in the days to come.

Susan Glynn

Sent Flowers

November 5, 2019

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

DiAnne Cook

November 5, 2019

My heartfelt sympathy for your loss and the huge void left in it's place. May you find peace and comfort in the days to come thru the loving support of family, friends and knowing he lived the life he loved. I have so many great memories and his spirit will live on in the hearts of those he touched forever. God bless you with the strength to keep putting one foot in front of the other.

November 5, 2019

My deepest condolence to the Sobanski family. I have many heartfelt memories growing up with Herbie, he was a wonderful person and will be truly missed. : "Continued Blessings"
-Joey Vaverchak

Angelique Tringali

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Larry Rohloff

November 5, 2019

Condolences to the friends and family of Herb. His wonderful spirit was apparent the moment I met him. He'll be sadly missed.
Larry Rohloff

Thomas Beard

November 5, 2019

You will be missed my friend.

Thomas Beard

November 5, 2019

I will never forget the day we caught 19 trout in less than an hour. What a great day with my friend. You will be missed.

Sal Cecere

November 4, 2019

The angels celebrate tonight, as a great soul has joined them. And the earth is a darker place for his loss.

You will be missed by all.

My deepest sympathies to your loved ones for their loss.

May God bless you and help you to bear this cross.

Billy Wiggin

November 4, 2019

Very sorry for the loss of Herb, Such a wonderful person. A true family man and sportsmen I'm glad to have the honor to learn from him. Prayers are with Herb and his family.

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