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Martin Dexheimer Obituary
Martin R. Dexheimer Jr., 96 of West Simsbury, Connecticut died peacefully Monday, August 7, 2017 at UConn John Dempsey Hospital after a brief illness. Born on October 11, 1920 in Hartford, Connecticut, Martin was the son of the late Martin R. and Margaret (Morrison) Dexheimer. Martin graduated from Bloomfield High School class of 1940, served in the U.S. Army Air Corp during WWII in the China-Burma-India (CBI) Theater and was a member of the Connecticut Carpenters Union. Martin leaves his wife of 67 years, Jean (McCullough) Dexheimer. He is survived by his three daughters Amy Barrett, and husband Lee, Janice Place, and husband Charlie, Laura Balsewicz, and husband Donald; and his daughter-in-law Elizabeth (Godbout) Dexheimer; his nine grandchildren Emily Bonaguide, and husband Marc, Britta Kons, and husband Josh, Elizabeth Anne McLeish, and husband Watson, John Farrell Dexheimer, Emma Place, Martin Place, Patrick Place, Sara Balsewicz and Michelle Balsewicz; as well as his four great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his son, John Dexheimer. Martin was an accomplished builder and carpenter and had an incredible love for life. He will be deeply missed. At Martin's request, the services were private. Memorial contributions can be made to the Alzheimer's Association. The Vincent Funeral Home of Simsbury is caring for the arrangements. Please visit Martin's "Book of Memories" at www.vincentfuneralhome.com for online condolences.
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Victoria Hinman
August 6, 2022
I will always remember Martin as a sweet, caring man. Having known him as a customer for lumber he would purchase for projects he was doing was a great pleasure. He would have the grandsons with him and of course can't forget that older blue truck. Peace be with you my friend.
Victoria hinman
August 6, 2021
Think of Martin and what a wonderful man and customer he was at Hinman lumber. Can't forget his pickup truck.
Vicki Hinman (Hinman Lumber)
August 6, 2019
Remembering a dear friend and customer on the 2-year passing of Mr. Dexheimer. Blessings to all the family members.
August 14, 2017
We are so sorry to hear of Martin's passing. He will always be remembered by all of us here at Hinman Lumber as our customer and friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
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E.R. Hinman & Sons
Mary Tew
August 12, 2017
Sorry for your loss. We will all miss his smile. And his undying devotion to his family.
Bill and Chris Balsewicz
August 12, 2017
Laura,
So sorry to hear of your Father's passing. It is always difficult to lose a parent. Our hearts go out to you and yours.
Love, Uncle Bill and Aunt Chris
August 12, 2017
Dear Laura and family
We were so sorry to hear about your father's passing. May God bless you all with strength and peace during this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With our deepest sympathy and love
Aunt Judy and family
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