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Joan Maselek Obituary
Joan (Donovan) Maselek, 78, of Manchester and formerly of East Hartford, peacefully crossed over to the other side on Friday (November 15, 2013) at St. Francis Hospital, Hartford. Joan was the loving wife of 56 years to Richard R. Maselek. Born in Hartford on January 25, 1935, a daughter of the late Timothy and Margaret (Kiethley) Donovan, she had resided in East Hartford for 25 years prior to moving to Manchester. Joan was a lover of all animals and a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family. Besides her beloved husband, Richard, Joan is survived by two sons, Richard R. Maselek, Jr. of Vernon, Jay R. Maselek of Glastonbury; two daughters, Kim A. Mauro of Vernon, Kelly M. DiGiovanni and her husband, Dennis, of East Hartford; a brother, Philip Perrone of Hartford; four sisters, Kathleen Donovan of East Hartford, Elizabeth "Betsy" Hughes and her husband, Peter, of South Carolina, Carol Saucier and her husband, Jack, of South Carolina, Janis Christensen of Manchester; six special grandchildren, Jay R. Maselek, Jr. of New Hampshire, Coryn Maselek of Granby, Alexis Rae Mauro, Tyler Maselek, Damon Mauro, and Emily Maselek all of Vernon; four adored great-grandchildren, Cyeanne, Gabriel, Sadie, and Delilah; several nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Funeral services will be Wednesday (November 20) at 11 a.m. at the D'ESOPO-East Hartford Memorial Chapel, 30 Carter Street, East Hartford. Burial will follow at Silver Lane Cemetery, East Hartford. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home chapel on Wednesday morning from 10-11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Joan's name may be made to the Connecticut Humane Society, 701 Russell Road, Newington, CT 06111. For on-line expressions of sympathy to the family please visit www.desopo.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joan Maselek
December 8, 2013
To our Cousins, Richard,Kathleen,Janice,Betsy,Carol,
Philip, and their families. We are very sorry to hear of your loss of Joan.
I was shocked to hear of her passing as I was talking with her a few weeks before. We were laughing and joking about everything like when we were kids at Grandma's house. We lost track of each other for almost 18 years and then I met Kathleen at a tag sale and we were once again connected. Our prayers and blessings go out to everyone. She will be deeply missed. She is with the Angels she loved so much and Uncle Tim, Aunt Peg, Tim Jr., and Diane. May they watch over her and keep her safe. God Bless.
Love,
Mary, Al, Dolores, Rosetta, and Richard Rios.
Hartford, Connecticut
Diane
November 19, 2013
Uncle Rich,Dickie,Jay,Kim and Kelly,
I wish I could be there with you tomorrow to honor a wonderful woman that was very special to me and my family. You all are in my thoughts.
Ail
jane shepley
November 19, 2013
to the maselek family, you all have a special place in my heart, I will remember your mom as a wonderful,compasionate person
Sue Quattrocchi (Petrello)
November 19, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Sorry for your loss.
Kelly M digiovanni
November 18, 2013
Ma I will miss u I know ur free I love u and I miss ur hugs and tickles. Soar with the angels
Maureen Chiapponi
November 18, 2013
To the entire Maselek family I am so sorry for your loss I have so many wonderful memories you are all in my thoughts and prayers...
BETSY HUGHES
November 18, 2013
Richie, I am so sorry about Joanie. Please take care of your self. God be with you and the children.
Love Betsy, Peter and Children
Kevin Jacobson
November 18, 2013
Very sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers going out to all the Maselek family. May the lord comfort you in this time of mourning.
Alison Gingell (Arico)
November 18, 2013
To the entire Maselek family- My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time. I'm so very sorry for loss.
Diba Lowen
November 18, 2013
Kim and Kelly, your Mother was wonderful! May God continue to watch over her and bless her with eternal peace. My heart is with you during this difficult time. Loving wishes and hugs to you all.
November 18, 2013
Mr. Maselek, Dickie,Jay, Kim and Kelly,
I am thinking of all of you at this sad time. Your mom was such nice lady. I had a lot of fun times with all of you Maseleks that I will never forget!
She is a peace and in a better place now.
Love,Peggy and Ronald
Yvette Grabowski (Gosselin)
November 18, 2013
Maselek family, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Growing up in King Court, I remember Joan as a very sweet and fun loving person. You have many special memories to hold in your heart.
Alvin Douglas
November 18, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
November 18, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Please be comforted in knowing God cares for you and will help you in your time of need. 1 Pet. 5:7
Paulette Crosby
November 18, 2013
To the entire Maselek family. I am so sorry for your loss. Joan was a wonderful person and I always enjoyed talking with her especially about angels and reincarnation. I know she is watching over you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
November 18, 2013
Our sympathy and prayers go out to your family.. [hugs]Dianne and Mark
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