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Loretta Gillanders Obituary
August 24, 1930 - March 23, 2024
Loretta Gillanders, age 93, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on March 23, 2024, in Middletown, Connecticut. Born in Madawaska, ME, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Lillian (Albert) Daigle born on August 24, 1930.
Loretta was employed at Middlesex Hospital as a Nurse's Aide in the PACU until her retirement.
Loretta lived in Madison, CT prior to moving to a content life in Largo, Florida. She was a devoted fan of the UCONN Lady Huskies and enjoyed playing Bunco, Bingo, and cards.
Loretta is survived by her sons Dennis Gillanders (Djoeke), Gerald Gillanders (Debby), Mark Gillanders (Pat), a daughter Diana Dunham (Matt), 9 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Loretta is also survived by a sister, Francis Halish and brother, Peter Daigle.
Loretta was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Kenneth Gillanders, two sisters Bernadette Hughes, and Shirley Morrissey.
The family would like to thank Athena Homecare Hospice and The Village at South Farms for the dedication and loyal assistance they showed our mom.
A memorial service will be held on June 15, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at Doolittle Funeral Home, 14 Old Church St., Middletown, CT with Fr. Kennedy officiating, and interment will be in the State
Veterans Cemetery, Bow Lane in Middletown.
Rest in peace.
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Rick and Judie Douglas
June 15, 2024
So very sorry about your mom, it's hard losing a parent . Sending prayers and thoughts . Hoping all is well with you and Pat. Rick and Judie Douglas
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Donna McBrien
June 12, 2024
Sorry to learn about Loretta's passing. I worked with her in the PACU back in the 1970's.
Donna Prue
June 11, 2024
Loretta was very kind and hard working. She was a pleasure to work with. She had a great sense of humor and was very comforting to her patients. May you RIP dear Loretta
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