Joseph R. Wnuk

1963 - 2016

Joseph R. Wnuk obituary, 1963-2016, Bolton, CT

Joseph R. Wnuk

1963 - 2016

BORN

1963

DIED

2016

Joseph Wnuk Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 31, 2016 to Jan. 1, 2017.


Joseph R. Wnuk, 53, of Bolton, loving husband of 22 years of Jill (Hammaker) Wnuk passed away on Thursday, December 22, 2016 after a six month battle with cancer. Joe was born on July 5, 1963 in Manchester, son of Dorothy (Ursin) Wnuk of Ellington and the late Andrew M. Wnuk Sr. He was raised in Ellington, attended local schools and was a graduate of Ellington High School, Class of 1981. Joe was an automotive mechanic and had worked for several dealerships in the area. Joe was a man who loved to be outdoors, whether it was gardening or fishing and hunting. He always found peace outside, and he is enjoying that peace now. In addition to his wife Jill and his mother Dorothy, he is survived by his three children; Marissa Wnuk Mendes and her spouse Halston of Bradford, NH, Joseph R. Wnuk Jr., and Danielle Wnuk both of Bolton, his former wife Laurie Chesanek of Ellington and his five siblings; Andrea Bachiocchi of Ashford, Andrew M. Wnuk Jr. and his spouse Lita of Willington, Michael Wnuk and his spouse Tina of Portland, Thomas Wnuk and his spouse Kenneth Aspell of Brentwood, CA and Paul Wnuk and his spouse Jackie of West Chazy, NY. Joe also leaves his in-laws; David and Elizabeth Hammaker of Rocky Hill, his sister-in-law Daerdra Pawelec and her spouse Ted of Willington, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and numerous good friends. Family and friends are welcome to attend a time of visitation at Holmes Funeral Home, 400 Main St. Manchester on Saturday, January 7, 2017 from 1:30-4:30 pm with a service to begin at 4:00 pm. Joe's wishes were for everyone to wear jeans & tee-shirts to the visitation, as he certainly didn't like to dress up! In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. To leave an online condolence please visit www.holmes-watkinsfuneralhomes.com

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February 4, 2017

Bob Canelli posted to the memorial.

January 7, 2017

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January 6, 2017

Hills-Nevin/Buckingham Family posted to the memorial.

Bob Canelli

February 4, 2017

So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts... Bob and Imma

January 7, 2017

Dear Jill and family,
I'm very sorry for the loss of your husband and Dad. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Ellen Retelle

Hills-Nevin/Buckingham Family

January 6, 2017

We are keeping you in our thoughts during this difficult time. May Joe watch over you and help you through this. We are so very sorry for your loss.

Samantha Simmons

January 6, 2017

Our sincere condolences to you and your family. May God cover you in his cloth and comfort you during your grieving process. May he give you the strength to heal your heart and smile with every lasting memories of your husband. He grew his wings!

Josiah Perez-Henry & Shakira Perez

January 6, 2017

Sending you much love and light during this difficult time. ❤

Sandra/ Aaron Caro

January 6, 2017

Our sincerest condolences for your loss. May God give you strength in this difficult time. May He also cover you with His peace and love.

January 5, 2017

Dear Mrs. Wnuk,
Our sincerest sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. May you find comfort in your memories. Prayers for you all.
Rhonda Papallo
Evan Misinski

Felicita Rosario

January 5, 2017

Our condolences to you and your family. May the Lord bless you and your family with strength and perserverance during this difficult time.

From
Alejandro Chavarro and the Rosario-Chavarro Family

Diana Reyes

January 5, 2017

Our condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,
Arianna Turner and Family

The Rees Family

January 5, 2017

Dear Jill,
We are so very sorry for your loss of your dear husband Joe who sounds like a wonderful man from all the comments above. You and the rest of your family will be in our thought and prayers.

Cyera Cortez

January 5, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. From Cyera Cortez and the Cortez family

January 5, 2017

Our condolences on this difficult time. Praying for strength for you and your family.

The Villafuerte's
East Hartford CT

Francis D'Mello

January 5, 2017

Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May his soul rest in peace

Cyera Cortez

January 5, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. From Cyera Cortez and the Cortez family

greda carlot

January 5, 2017

Dear Mrs. Wnuk and family I am sorry for your lost i hope you feel better we will pray for you and your family thank you for help out at school
Your best friend,
Kyrla Ortiz Carlot
and family

Jessica & Zavier Perez

January 5, 2017

Jill,
Our condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Cassandra Figueroa

January 5, 2017

So sorry for your loss, my prayers go out to you and your family.

ANNETTA SMITH

January 5, 2017

So sorry for you loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

January 5, 2017

Condolences to you and your family. My brother Nick and I went to school with Joe and he always had a smile on his face and a kind gentle spirit. So sorry for your loss he was one of the good guys!

Diane Griffin (Guerreri)

Sebastian Mollica

January 4, 2017

So sorry for your loss he was a good man a friend Rest in peace my friend

January 3, 2017

I am very sorry for your loss, I worked with Joe,
Bill Rideout

January 3, 2017

Jill,

My condolences to you and your family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

Donna Andrade
OR&L

ron & Sue McKenney

January 1, 2017

Jill sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Our hearts go out to you and the family.

December 31, 2016

Dear Jill and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. We will miss Joe's smile and warm presence. Please accept my most heart-felt condolences.
Grace Nakos

Carole Goulet Lund

December 31, 2016

Family, Sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He looks the same as when we were teenagers in 1978-79 working at Culbro. Those were memorable times. Joe was like the big brother of the operation for many of us younger teens who came out to work in the hot sun and barns. Blessings to you.

Andrew and Lita Wnuk

December 31, 2016

Jill and the family may God bring you healing and comfort during this time of your loved one Joe will be missed dearly we are here if you need anything love always

Holmes Funeral Home - Manchester

December 31, 2016

With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.

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