PRESS, Laura "Jean" (Hall) Laura "Jean '' (Hall) Press of Enfield, loving wife of Frederick R. Press and devoted mother of Keith and Laura, departed this life on Saturday, (December 11, 2004) to spend eternity with her Heavenly Father and His Son, her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Laura was born on December 15, 1945 in Fort Lauderdale, FL. She was the daughter of Mary Catherine and Willis Hall of Altoona, KS. She is survived by her husband and two children, Keith and Laura. She is also remembered by her brother and sister-in-law Steve and Vicki Hall of Omaha, NE and her sister and brother-in-law Sharon and Allen Clouser of Sevierville, TN. She has three nieces, a nephew and a total of nine great nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her beautiful Aunt, Mary Wolf of Echo, AL. Laura fought a courageous battle with ovarian cancer for more than five years. She and her family are desirous to give special recognition to her favorite nurse, Helen, at the Gray Cancer Center. We would also like to thanks Drs. Nash, Tannenbaum and Tulchinsky, all of John Dempsey Hospital, along with the wonderful nursing staff, all who provided her with such professional and loving care during the last days of her life. Laura was employed as a secretary at several Connecticut companies during her career. She worked for Pratt and Whitney, The Little Aetna, The Hartford, Aetna Insurance Company and the Kaman Corporation. Laura was a beloved member of the Rockville Church of the Nazarene. A service celebrating her life will be held at the Rockville Church of the Nazarene, 47 East Street, Rockville, on Tuesday, December 28, at 11 a.m. Burial will follow the church services in Saint Patrick's King Street Cemetery, Route 5, Enfield. The Press Family will receive relatives and friends during a calling hour from 10 – 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 28 at the church prior to the services. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to: The Rockville Church of the Nazarene, 47 East Street, Rockville, CT 06793 or The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (www.ovarian.org) 500 NE Spanish River Boulevard, Suite B, Boca Raton, FL 33431. Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels, 61 South Road, Enfield, CT 06082 is assisting the Press Family with arrangements. Honey/Mom, we love you and will cherish your memory every day. "Help shout about the disease that whispers."
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Margaret Egan
December 30, 2004
Dear Fred and Family,
I remember you and Jean coming to Society years ago. She was always so cute and pixie-like with a beautiful smile and a ready laugh. You made such a great couple. I can't imagine the pain of your loss but I know your children will bring you great joy and always remind you of Jeans'ray of sunshine. My deepest sympathy to you all. Sincerely,
mrs mitchell
December 29, 2004
My deepest sympathy may God be with you.
Mary-Lynne Osborn
December 29, 2004
Dear Fred, Keith, and Laura,
Your card for our own recent loss meant so much to us. I wish I could offer you the same comfort. I am so sorry that you too are facing a devastating loss. Jean fought hard. Everyone tells me to hold onto the memories but sometimes the memories just make me want him back even more. I guess it will just take time. We are passing through the valley with you. Please let us know if we can help.
The Osborns
Don & Shirley Bendell
December 29, 2004
Our deepest condolences to your family at this time of grief. God is with you, and with her.
Blessings,
Barbara Chapman
December 29, 2004
Dear Fred, Laura and Keith:
I am so grateful for the dinners, the phone calls and the laughter Laura and I were able to share. She was such an inspiration to me during her courageous struggle and I will never forget her.
Butch Kendall
December 28, 2004
My deepest sympathy are with you at this time.May
May GOD be with you.
Rev.Butch Kendall & Everyone at Bayshore Chapter 721.
Dina Bagdigian
December 28, 2004
Many of us at Aetna had the pleasure of working with Laura. We will remember her with such fond memories. Our heartfelt sympathies go out to you all. Sincereky, Sherrill Milton, Greta Jordan, Kathy Giard and Dina Bagdigian
Roger Hinkel
December 28, 2004
Fred,
May I offer my deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless the soul of Laura "Jean".
Susan Milliner
December 27, 2004
We are very sorry for your loss. All the Family will be in our prayers. Susan and Ron Milliner
Gary English
December 27, 2004
I worked with Laura at Aetna for a few years. She was a wonderful person and will be missed my many.
Gary
Ranaie Siebold
December 27, 2004
I didn't personally know Jean,and I am sorry for your loss.You are in my thoughts and prayers and I will continue to pray for you and your family.God bless and keep you.Native American Veterans Infomation Representative for Vietnam and All Veterans State Coalition and a member of Vietnam Veterans of Brevard,Florida
Arlene Marine
December 27, 2004
As long as we remember - No One is Forgotten.
Claudia Fiducia
December 27, 2004
Fred, Keith and Laura:
We were so blessed to have had Laura in our lives for as long as we did. We will cherish every dinner we had, every movie we got to see together...and of course all the fun and laughter we shared!! Laura was one exceptional person...and she will live in our hearts forever. Thank you for sharing her with us.
Claudia Fiducia, Marie Sickman and Bonnie Bivona
Bert Schlossberg
December 27, 2004
I'm bishop for the Church of the Risen Savior in Rockville.(Fr. Ed Campolongo) is the pastor). I never met Laura but heard about her passing. I have been deeply interested for years in our POW/MIAs and heard about Laura's connection. May the Lord Jesus be with every one of the family and make a wonderful entrance into his presence for Laura. His Name be praised!
Janella Apodaca Rose
December 26, 2004
I am so sorry for your loss. However, knowing Jesus as her Saviour, Jean knows she is with her Heavenly Father for eternity with a whole pain-free body. She touched greatly those she knew and met. Jean and her mother Mary are both wonderful. I am better for having known them.
Larry Dearborn
December 26, 2004
Jean,
Now you will be with your father. My sympathies go out to the family who has had such a painful life.
Anne Burgin
December 26, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lynn O'Shea
December 26, 2004
My deepest sympathy to the family. I never knew Jean, but was a friend of her mom, Mary. If Jean was anything like her mom, the world has lost another shining light.
My prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Lynn O'Shea
DAVE AND LIZ ADAMS
December 23, 2004
FRED, I AM SO SORRY TO HERE OF YOUR LOSS. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME. KEEP THE FAITH. DAVE.
bethany
December 23, 2004
i am sorry to hear your lose i will always be my pray also will have someone keep your family pray
god bless rember jesus always love you
Steven Hall
December 23, 2004
Sis (Roy),
I love you and miss you. Happy trails to you!
Your Loving Brother,
Steve (Dale)
Cheryl Shelton
December 23, 2004
To the Press and Hall Family: I worked with Laura at Aetna and when she left some of us would get together for dinners and have a good time. She was truly a beautiful person to know. My prayers go out to you all.
Dick /Terry Carbonell
December 23, 2004
Dear Fred and Family we are sorry to read of Jeanie's passing ,she was always a pleasant lady and a great mother and wife .we send our deepest condolences to you all .Dick /Terry
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