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Colchester, Connecticut

James Couchon Obituary

James Albert Couchon, 41, of No. Society Road, Canterbury, and formerly of Colchester, beloved husband of Maureen, passed away Monday, (October 13, 2003) from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Hampton. Born February 18, 1962 in Willimantic, he was a son of the late Leonard and Allene (Backus) Couchon. He attended Windham High School and then continued his studies at the former Mohegan Community College, earning an Associate's in Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Counseling. On November 20, 1993, he wed the former Maureen Cavanaugh at the Colchester Federated Church. Mr. Couchon was an Asset Manager for the Corporation for Independent Living in Wethersfield. He was a member of the Colchester Federated Church, and was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and the UCONN Huskies. James gave himself to others in need, through volunteering and mentoring. He will be remembered most fondly for the friendship, kindness and generosity he freely gave to his fellow man. In addition to his loving wife of almost 10 years, he is survived by two sisters, Elizabeth Joslyn of Willimantic and Anne Couchon of Farmington; two brothers, Doug Couchon of Elmira, NY and Charles Couchon of Putnam; and numerous extended family members and friends. Friends may call 6-8 p.m., Thursday at the Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home, 167 Old Hartford Road, Colchester. A Memorial Service will be 10 a.m. Friday directly at the Colchester Federated Church at 60 Main Street, with the Rev. Bonnie Haase, officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Donations in his memory may be made to Hospice of SECT, P.O. Box 902, Uncasville 06382-0902.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Oct. 15, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for James Couchon

17 Entries

lisa olesak

November 3, 2003

Maureen-

I was an intern at the Omega House with James in 1997-1998. His positive energy, respect, and unconditional love affected all the lives he touched. You are in my thoughts.

-lisa

Stephanie Schmidt

October 20, 2003

To Maureen and family,

We at CIL will miss James' smile and pleasant manner. Our office won't be quite as bright now that James is no longer with us.

With deepest sympathy for your loss.

Stephanie Schmidt

CIL

John Chapdelaine

October 19, 2003

Maureen - I opened up your email this morning and am stunned. I always looked forward to attending classes with James. He brought realness where ever he went. There are many words to descibe such a great man, for now I will embrace the memories. It has been a gift to know James. Prayers and thoughts.

John Chapdelaine

Annie Clark

October 18, 2003

I only knew James through my parents, Tony and Kathy Clark, but I enjoyed his company very much. He was a good guy, and the world is less with his loss. He made a positive impact in the world...and I guess that's all that any of us can hope to do. I'm so sorry for your loss...my prayers will be with you.

Sean McNamara

October 17, 2003

I was a friend of Jim's some 20 years ago when I was in college and although he and I had little contact since those days I was touched enough by the time we spent together to contact some of the others who knew him from those years and make the trip to today's service. If there be any solace in your life Mo at this, the most difficult of times of your life, know that you had the beauty of knowing and loving a man who touched so many people in so many ways. There are so few unique human beings in this day and age and although some years had passed between us I count myself among those better for having known Jim.

Peace

Nomathemba Shepherd

October 17, 2003

Dear Maureen,

You and James have been so special to me in the short two years that I knew you. James was the kind of co-worker who shared himself with us, and since you were such a huge part of his life, he shared you with us. I am so thankful for that.

Please call me every now and then.

Russell & Marjorie Inzinga

October 17, 2003

Doug ~ Our deepest sympathy and condolences to you and the Couchon Family on the loss of James. Our thoughts are with you at this time.

Sincerely, The Inzinga Family

Eric and Sharon Plummer

October 16, 2003

Maureen and family,

We would like to express our deepest sympathy to you all. James was such a great guy who kept a smile on his face. He will be missed a great deal.

Julie Higbee

October 16, 2003

Maureen, Tom and I are so sorry to hear about James' death. We we're the previous owners of Shelly and we hope she is bringing you comfort in this time of loss and sadness. Tom and Julie Higbee

Liz Klish

October 15, 2003

Maureen,

James was a wonderful man full of love, kindness, integrity, and spirit. He made the world a better a place. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love Liz

Laura Marks (Anthony)

October 15, 2003

My prayers are with you, Maureen. Please accept my deepest sympathy for you and your families.

Jane Bamford-Kennedy

October 15, 2003

Betsy,

I was terribly saddened to hear of Jimmy's death. My heart and prayers go out to you and your entire family during this difficult time.

Paul & Susan Fatka

October 15, 2003

Maureen, are prayers are with you and the entire Cavanaugh familly.

Ernest F. Couchon

October 15, 2003

Our condolences and prayers are extended to the family of James Couchon. James' father, Leonard, was my cousin.

Rose Parker

October 15, 2003

To express my deepest sorrow isn't enough. James was a great man and friend. He was always there when you needed him. So giving and willing to help anyone in need. He will be truely missed by all he has touch.

DEBORAH BASCOM

October 15, 2003

BETSY AND FAMILY,

THIS NOTE COMES WITH MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND PRAYERSAND THOUGHTS AT THIS TIME OF YOUR LOSS. PLEASE REMEMBER THAT HAVING SOMETIME IS BETTER THAN HAVING NONE AT ALL.

REMEMBER THE FUNNY AND GOOD TIMES THAT WAY JIMMY WILL BE WITH YOU ALL TODAY AND TOMORROW. HE WELL BE WATCHING OVER EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU FOREVER. GOD ONLY PICKS THE PRETTIEST FLOWERS FROM HIS GARDENS.WHY WE CANNOT EXPLAIN, BUT TO GO ON AND DO MORE GOOD THINGS!

UNFORTUNATLY THE LOVED ONE'S THAT ARE HERE ARE THE ONES THAT HURT. BUT REJOICE HIS LIFE NOW AND FOREVER AND REMEMBER HOW BLESSED YOU WERE TO HAVE KNOWN HIM.

LOVE

THE BASCOM FAMILY