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SEMOLIC, Lillian K.
Lillian K. Semolic, 92, wife of the late Frederick J. Semolic, died on Thursday, (February 14, 2013) at the Bradley Home after a period of declining health. Born in Meriden on May 17, 1920, she was the daughter of Michael and Susan (Keura) Kelevin. A lifelong resident of Meriden, she graduated from the Teachers College of Connecticut. She later earned a Master's degree from Central Connecticut State University. Mrs. Semolic began her teaching career in Portland and continued at Nathan Hale School in Meriden. She later worked for the City of Meriden. In retirement, she traveled extensively with her husband, visiting Egypt, Australia, Greece, the United Kingdom, the Soviet Union and 48 of the United States. She was a member of the Meriden Seniors and the Russian Seniors. She is survived by her three daughters: Ann L. Juel-Larsen of Storrs, Shirley S. Thibeau of Wallingford, and Martha M. Wiggett of East Hampton; and three grandchildren: Patrick O'Rourke, Michael Juel-Larsen and Sara Juel-Larsen.
The funeral and burial at SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery will be at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Meriden Public Library or the Meriden Historical Society. For online condolences, please visit www.jferryfh.com.
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for Lillian SEMOLIC
Ruth Kahn
March 3, 2013
Crying with a Smile
for Lillian
I have shed tears for this gentle soul
A favorite teacher of my child
A friend of mine for oh so long
She watched her sprigs
Her students sprout and grow
Just as she loved her garden
And cherished her fruits and flowers
Delighted in her walks
Observing all the while.
A warm, kind lady
My mind spools back
To her laughter
The twinkle in her eye
We often talked of family
And the hectic days
Of raising youngsters
I have been crying with a smile
Remembering her lovely face
Her radiance, her warmth
That time will not erase.
Ruth E. Kahn
February 24, 2013
We're sorry to hear of your loss.
~Meriden Historical Society
Susan Blay
February 23, 2013
I met Lillian on a trip to Gaspe Canada, and we've remained friends ever since. She's been a good friend to me, and she will be greatly missed. My condolences to her family.
Mary Anne Finnance-Gibbs
February 19, 2013
I taught with Lillian when I first began my teaching career. She was kind and helpful. We had 4 of us teaching grade 3-I will always treasure your mom.
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February 19, 2013
Ann, Your Mom had to be a wonderful lady to have a daughter as special as you. It is never esy to lose a mother. Sending you and your family a big hug with love, Ric and Jodi Nadeau
Ramona B Gonzalez
February 18, 2013
I just had to send my condolence. Mrs. Semolic was my 3rd grade teacher and I have such fond memories. I would see her name in the editorials and wasn't sure if she still lived in Meriden. You know she was a good teacher if her students still remember her. She was a long term substitute for our third grade teacher who was ill at John Barry School. I did not see that she taught at John Barry but I sure remember her.. I even remember the poem we wrote for Halloween and also how she taught us how to count in German. God Bless her and all your family for giving me the opportunity of knowing her.
Carolyn Beaulieu
February 18, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this.Remember the good times,especially her 90th birthday at the Cape.
Chet Rynaski
February 17, 2013
To your family, from ours; Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences. Chet Rynaski
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