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Roland Jolie Obituary
He was born in Willimantic, the son of the late Florimond and Yvonne (Bonin) Jolie. A veteran of the Korean War, Roland served with the U.S. Marines Corps. Prior to his retirement, he served as assistant superintendent of schools for the town of Portland and later was the superintendent of schools for Regional District No. 17, Haddam/Killingworth.
Roland was a member of the Knights of Columbus, an avid bird carver and golfer. He was very involved with his community in Florida where he worked on renovating of the local club house and served as an usher at Our Lady of Light.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his sons and their wives, Tom Jolie and Allison of York, Maine, and Jeff Jolie and Shelley of Deep River; his daughter, Ellen Jolie and Larry Carboni of Middletown; a brother, Raymond Jolie of Columbia; five grandchildren, Melissa Lyon and Christopher Jolie of NJ, Alicia Wroniak of Middletown, Joseph Wroniak of Ft. Drum, and Ryan Jolie of York, ME; three great grandchildren, Adrianna Jolie, Nolan Lyon, and Nathan Adamitskiy.
He was predeceased by a granddaughter, Erika Jolie.
His funeral Liturgy will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. at Corpus Christi Church, 601 Silas Deane Hwy., Wethersfield. Burial will be in Rose Hill Memorial Park, Rocky Hill. Friends may visit with his family at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown, on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m.
Those who wish may send memorial contributions to the Closer to Free Bike Ride to benefit Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale-New Haven, www.rideclosertofree.org Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale, Closer to Free Bike Ride, P.O. Box 1849, New Haven, CT 06508. To share memories or express condolences online, please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Roland Jolie
Neale Rosenthal
July 28, 2021
I remember waiting for Roland at Ft Devens to take him off base for a home cooked meal. Instead of being drafted in the army, he joined the Marines. Barbara & I were so surprised.
What a great guy.
Neale Rosenthal
July 28, 2019
A great guy. One of the four couples happily married to a beautiful classmate. As one who also lost his beautiful bride I wish those still with us all the happiness marriage brings to a wonderful life.
Mary&Dick Larke
September 3, 2011
Dusty and family
Accept our deepest sympathy on Roland's passing. He was my first principal. He inspired excellence in both teachers and students and fostered a special comraderie among us.Even now, 50 years later, his guidance effects me in aiding students to succeed with their learning. Roland will be missed, his shoes are not easily filled.
August 11, 2011
So sorry to read about Rolandpassing on. A complete shock to\hearthat you are back in Conn. How well we remember you in Haddam on Old Ponsett Road. That was a horrendous winter storm when we met. Hope to see you soon.
Eddie & Susie Berchulski
Joanne Abbott Luppi
August 7, 2011
Dear Dusty and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Roland's passing. I have many great memories--from WSTC to Portland schools, and also our garden club.
I wish I could have attended the service, but I am housebound with a broken kneecap.
My deepest sympathy to you all.
Love, Joanne
Eileen Galvin
August 6, 2011
So sorry to hear of Rolands' passing. He was well liked by all the residents of Country Creek. Roland was a good person that was always ready to help. God Bless hime
Eileen Galvin
Bob & Janet Doiron
August 5, 2011
To the Jolie Family,
My deep condolences on the passing of cousin Roland. Athough many years and miles separated us, it is a sad day when the world says goodbye to a member of the Jolie family. His legacy will live on for many years as an educator,mentor and friend.
Kevin Powers
August 5, 2011
The Knights of Columbus Council 10498 at Our Lady of Light in Estero Florida express our deepest condolences to Roland's family and friends at this time of sorrow. We remembered Roland in a prayer of a decade of the rosary at last night's business meeting and our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you all. God Bless Roland!
August 5, 2011
"Ellen-So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing--our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Cherish the wonderful memories together close to your heart." Adrienne & Ted Miazga
August 5, 2011
We ask ourself "why"? Truth is, we may never know that single "why". But there is one thing we know for sure, "all that love could do was done". We could not have had a better friend or neighbor. God Bless You! Dee and Michael Schultz, Estero, FL.
Sue Freimuth
August 4, 2011
Ellen - so sorry for your family's loss. May all the wonderful memories sustain you through this difficult time.
P. Pesapane
August 4, 2011
Dear Jolie family:
My brother and I both were both saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Jolie. We were in the first graduating classes at HK (1979, 1982) and we both remember Mr. Jolie fondly.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless
Cathie Giuffrida
August 4, 2011
Ellen, So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing..you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Cathie Giuffrida
Darlene Rice
August 4, 2011
My deepest sympathy on your loss. It's been so many years since i've seen any of you. I remember Mr. Jolie and of ourse Mrs. Jolie, my very favorite teacher! I am thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Arbour-Gray
August 3, 2011
Dear Justine and Family -
We are so deeply sorry to hear about Roland. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Justine - you and Roland were so beautiful together! Know that he is still with you and watching over you always! God give you strength in the days ahead....you are in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy and love, Michele and Christine
Marilyn Gervais
August 3, 2011
Dear "Dusty" & family,
I'm so sorry to read about Roland's passing. I can still remember attending your wedding. Roand was soooo handsome and you were so very pretty. That surely was a long time ago. I was so grateful when you wrote to me and we reconnected for a bit. Plese accept my deepest condolences. May God bless all of you and bring you peace and comfort at this time of sorrow. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Glenn Jolie
August 3, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
August 3, 2011
God bless...
Sam of the Middletown Press
August 3, 2011
God bless...
Sam of the Middletown Press
Paul & Carol Rebot
August 3, 2011
Dear Dusty,
So sorry for you and family in this difficult time. May your faith keep you strong during these sad days. Please try to celebrate the goodness and wealth Roland brought to this world.
Our sympathy and prayers are with you.
Paul and Carol Rebot
August 3, 2011
We remember Roland as a good friend and a man blessed
with many gifts and talents. We hope the memories of a
Good and Loving Husband, Father and Grandfather will bring
Peace and Comfort to his family.
In Sympathy, Irv & Mary Freimuth
August 3, 2011
Dear Dusty,We were so saddened to learn that your wonderful husband, Roland, has died. Though many years have passed since our WSTC DAys, we have such fond memories of our times together.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love always, Neale and Barbara
d,
Spence & Sue Williams
August 3, 2011
Dear Dusty, Ellen, Tom, Jeff & Family,
We are thinking of you during this difficult time...
We are so sorry to hear about Roland...
Our hearts and thoughts are with you...
Your happy memories that last forever will help you through this sad time...
May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends...
Gary Dollar
August 3, 2011
Tom, Allison, Ryan and extended Jolie family, Susan and I share your grief during this difficult time and offer our sincerest condolences.
DeJay Jolie
August 3, 2011
You can never forget a great, He was my Great Uncle, an god now has a great man standing behind him in heaven, I love you Uncle RO!!!!!!! Thanks for teaching me to understand family and life better.
Milton Jacoby
August 3, 2011
So sorry to hear about Roland. Just got the call from Bunny's brother Richard. Please accept my sincere condolences. He was such a "mensch" and was always a mentor and friend to Bunny and me. He certainly will be missed.
Janice Olson
August 3, 2011
So many fond memories of "Uncle Ro". My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
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