David Stanley Gumbus

David Stanley Gumbus, 51, of New Britain, passed away unexpectedly on July 15, 2024. He was born in New Britain on April 11, 1973, son of Paul and Ann (Andrzejczk) Gumbus. David graduated from New Britain High School and worked at Sams Club as a parking lot attendant, held different jobs within the store, and most recently gas station attendant. He was an avid fan of wrestling and video games. David enjoyed trips to the zoo and the beach. He loved his cats Whitey Whiskers and Little Grey. They gave him much comfort during his recent health challenges. He will be remembered as kind, loving, and generous. David will be deeply missed by his family and close friends.
Along with his parents, Paul and Ann, he is survived by his uncle Gerald Gumbus and his wife Suzanne; cousins Jim Gumbus and his wife Stacy, Diane Upton and her husband Scott, and their cherished families; as well as cousins Michael, AnnMarie, and Samantha Andrzejcyzk. He is also survived by his close friend and godmother Barbabra Hope and her cherished family; as well as several close friends and extended family in the U.S. and in Poland. David was predeceased by his maternal grandparents Alice and Stanley Andrzejcyzk; and his paternal grandparents Benjamin and Lucille Gumbus. Also predeceased by his uncle and godfather Henry Andrzejczyk and his wife MaryAnn, and uncle Michael Gumbus.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with David's family on Monday, July 22nd, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Duksa Family Funeral Home at Burritt Hill, 332 Burritt St., New Britain. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. in Sacred Heart Church. He will be laid to rest in Sacred Heart Cemetery, New Britain. To share a condolence with his family, please visit www.duksa.net.