Getahun Asres

Getahun Asres, 79, of New Britain, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 15th, 2022 at Hartford Hospital surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Giffti (Hailu) Asres. Born in Ethiopia, son of the late Asres Abegaz and Zewditu Fetene. He settled in New Britain 25 years ago after coming to the U.S. from Ethiopia. He was a dedicated teacher. He was a kind, gentle, humorous and loving soul. Along with his wife, he leaves his four children, Robel Asres and his wife Kidest of VA, Selamawit Asres Maru and her husband Emmanuel of MD, Abell Asres and Alemayehu Asres both of New Britain, and his two grandchildren, Ruhama Asres and Emmanuel Maru, Jr. He also leaves his sister, Almaz Abebe of MD, his brother Anetnhe Asres and his wife Geraldine of East Granby, several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his sister Asegedech Asres. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Friday, February 18th , from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Duksa Family Funeral Homes at Newington Memorial, 20 Bonair Ave., Newington followed by a prayer service at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest following the service in Fairview Cemetery, New Britain. To share a memory with his family, please visit us at www.duksa.net.