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Brian Hannah Obituary
He was born July 28, 1946, in Montclair, N.J., the son of the late Louis and Genevieve (Lawton) Hannah of Caldwell, N.J. Formerly a Wallingford resident for 34 years, he recently retired as the vice president of Human Resources for Siemens/TurboCare Inc. after 19 years. He was a veteran of the Army National Guard of New Jersey and Connecticut, for which he received an honorable discharge. He graduated from the University of New Haven, Class of 1970. He also received a Master of Business Administration from the University of Hartford Barney School of Business and Public Administration in 1989. He was dedicated to his family and loved Vermont, music, "The Yankees," and to read a good book.
In addition to his wife, Sharon, he is survived by a son, Sean and his girlfriend Carleigh Papillo of Middletown; a daughter, Colleen and her fiancée Corey Roberts of Northford; a sister, Maureen (Hannah) VanNess of Fairfield, N.J.; mother-in-law, Katherine (Malboeuf) Kras of New Haven; sisters-in-law; brothers-in-law; many nieces, nephews, friends; and his loyal Jack Russell Terrier, Riley.
Brian's family will receive relatives and friends Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009, in The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 N. Main St. Ext., Wallingford, from 1 until 3 p.m.
A memorial service will be held in the funeral home Sunday at 3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory may be sent to the ECHN Community HealthCare Foundation, The John A. DeQuattro Community Cancer Center, 71 Haynes St., Manchester, CT 06040, or the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, 555 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven, CT 06511.
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Memories and Condolences
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Mary Ellene Durkin
October 13, 2009
To the family of Brian,
You do not know me, I cared for Brian on the night shift at Woodlake. He was a wonderful man who fought the battle he was faced with, with such courage. He spoke of his family with such love and pride. We talked of simple things about
family life-we both have daughters named Colleen and though we never did have a son, the name we had chosen if that event were to occur was Sean. We laughed about that because I had three other daughters named Kelley, Tara and Erin and Brian asked if we stopped because we were running out of Irish names??!! He was so sad about the timing of Colleeen's wedding and so wanted to hang on for that day, but sadly it was not to be. But, Colleen, you know that he will be with you every minute of that day. Listen with your heart I am sure he will send many messages and make his presence known. You will carry him in your heart that day and you will be happy. That was his most fervent wish that you not be sad. Your smiles on that day will be the best gift you can give him. I wish all of you in time beautiful memories and inner peace. I don't know if you have heard this message before, someone sent it to me when my good friend died and I kept it in my heart and it brought comfort, "Those whom we love and lose are no longer where they were before. They are now wherever we are."
God bless you all, I will keep you in my prayers.
Raymond Domaleski
October 11, 2009
To the family of Brien i extend my condolences.I remember Brian from the old Shop-rite days in Caldwell.
Donna and Tucker Read
October 10, 2009
Dear Sharon and Family:
We are blessed to have known Brian and will always remember his easy going way. He was a great individual with a love for life.
May you find peace during this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Donna and Tucker Read and Family
October 10, 2009
Sharon--My heart and hugs go out to you and your family--Robin (Boudreau) Brewster
Pat Finnegan
October 10, 2009
Dear Sharon & Family, I went to St. Al's with Brian, Caldwell H.S. & Miami Dade J.C.. We grew up together in Caldwell.
I was in the wedding w/Ronnie Murphy.
Our parents were best friends of Lou & Gen.the last time I saw Brian was after
his mom passed at my dad's 90th b'day we shared a guiness or should i say several, he wrote me when my son got sick, although we didn't get to see each other much over the years, I still
consider him by best friend, may God take care of him & strengthen his family in this time of sorrow. I'll miss him.
October 10, 2009
Dear Sharon and Family, We both enjoyed working with Brian for many years, and will remember his great laugh and sense of humor. Pleae know that we are thinking of you during this most difficult time. Take gentle care. Sharon and Ray Slater
Mary Gojuk
October 10, 2009
Sean I am sorry to hear about the loss of your dad.
Praying for friends to comfort you,
faith to uphold you,
and loving memories
to help you smile again.
Amy Baillargeon
October 10, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Cherish all the great memories.
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