John Allan BRASH

BRASH, John Allan John Allan Brash passed away Tuesday, (January 5, 2010) at Hartford Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Dorothy Spencer Brash of West Hartford. John was a kind and gentle man who was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. He will be remembered as a loyal friend and good neighbor who was always willing to lend a hand when needed. He enjoyed being around people and was always interested in what they had to say. John was born June 29, 1918; son of the late Andrew and Maggie Brash of Hartford, CT. John faithfully served his country in World War II and received the Purple Heart for his distinguished service. John was employed by Pratt & Whitney Co (UTC) for 37 years serving as a manager in the accounting dept. John was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Hartford for over 50 years and took an active role to support ongoing efforts including serving as building superintendent for many years. John also was an active member of Wyllys-St John's Lodge No 4. Besides his wife Dorothy, he is survived by son Robert D. Brash and wife Nina of Illinois; stepsons, Stephen O. Spencer and wife Laura of Glastonbury, CT and Richard H. Spencer and wife Deb of Madison, CT; grandson Richard H. Spencer II (Ricky) of Madison, CT. ; and many nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by brothers Douglas and Walter. The family wishes to acknowledge the loving support and kindness of niece Kerry Brash. Additionally, the family is grateful to the nursing staff at Avery Heights for the very professional care provided. Calling hours: Sunday, January 10 from 3-5 at Taylor & Modeen Funeral Home 136 South Main St., West Hartford, CT. Funeral services will be held Monday, January 11 at 10 am at First Presbyterian Church 136 capitol Ave Hartford, CT 06106. Burial will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in John's memory may be made to: First Presbyterian Church at the above address.