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David Neff Obituary
David was born in New London to the late Herman and Eleanor Neff. He graduated from Waterford High School, was stationed in Thailand for the US Army, then was a sheet metal apprentice and worked for sheet metal Local Union #40 until retiring at the young age of 58. After retirement, he was instrumental in caring for his first grandchild, Michael. Some would say this was the reason for his early retirement!
David was well-known for being a fun, kind, and generous person, and having a fierce love for this family. He was always up for traveling, sitting on the beach, attending a parade, shuttling grandkids to appointments, providing bottomless glasses of wine, and fixing just about anything. All who knew him loved him. He will be sorely missed.
David is survived by Rose Neff, his loving wife of almost 52 years, of Mystic, his son David and wife Caryn Neff of West Hartford, his daughter Jill Nolan of Mystic, and his former son-in-law Michael Nolan of Mystic.
He is survived by five grandchildren: Michael, Jack, and Noah Neff of West Hartford, and Sarah, and William Nolan of Mystic. He is also survived by seven siblings: Lois Jensen, Brian Neff, Judy Dirkhising, Susan Bergman, Paul Neff, Penny Bratovich, and James Neff.
There will be a celebration of his life in the future, when it is appropriate. Until then, sit outside at night and listen for the peep frogs that are soon to come, and remember the good times with David. He certainly gave us all fond and loving memories.
Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, Westerly is in care of the arrangements. For online condolences please visit www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com
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Dave Wakeman
March 20, 2021
Jill, sorry to hear about your father, we are thinking you. Dave
Trina Barrett
March 16, 2021
So sorry Rosie to hear about Dave. I had the pleasure of sharing some wine with you and Dave. My thoughts are with you and yours. Trina
Judy Barrett
March 16, 2021
Dave was such an impressive person the way he doted on his family, and he was a friendly soul, too. He will be missed by everyone whose lives he touched. My thoughts and condolences go out to Rose, a wonderful friend to me since high school. Rest in piece, Dave.
Barbara Curioso
March 16, 2021
Rosie and family, I am so sorry for the loss of David. Prayers and love to you.
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Angela
March 15, 2021
I knew Dave when I was a young girl of seventeen. We met at Buzzy's farm in East Lyme. My sister Nancy & Brother-in-law Paul Hudyma use to visit Buzzy every Sunday. Dave was always there visiting Bobby. We all had great times water-skiing and swimming at Joanne & Carol's in Niantic. He was such a sweet guy, shy with a wry sense of humor. He had such a beautiful soul. I hope he's in the arms of the Angels now. So sorry for your family loss. Angela Lattanzio Curtis
Walter & Gail Sheldon Jr.
March 15, 2021
Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss. I recently asked my nephew, Ron Denault, how Mr. Neff was responding to his treatment. At that time, it was seemingly going as well as could be expected.
We are praying for your family and our hope is that you all get through this sad time. May he Rest In Peace with the Lord.
Christian
March 15, 2021
Jill,
I am very sorry to hear the news about your father. Sending love and big hugs to you. . Hope you and your family can find comfort in all the fond memories you have.
Christian McGugan
Debra Serra
March 14, 2021
Dear Rose and family. We are truly sorry for your Loss. Dave was such a nice man and a true gentleman. This family was his life. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family
Art and Delia Lima
March 13, 2021
We are so sorry to hear about Dave. You are in our prayers.
Art and Delia Lima
Art and Delia Lima
March 13, 2021
We are so sorry to hear about Dave. You are in our prayers.
Art and Delia Lima
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