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Heather Marie Coker-Fonteyn, 46, of Cromwell, passed away on January 17, 2026 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain. She was born on August 8, 1979 in New Britain to Frank and Robyn (Nappi) Fonteyn. Heather was a resident of Wallingford before moving to Cromwell.
Heather’s gift was helping people, especially those with physical and emotional disabilities with whom she worked. She also enjoyed deep sea fishing and crafts.
In addition to her parents, Heather is survived by her daughters, Alex Coker and Rossi Coker; her brother, Frank Fonteyn; her sister-in-law, Autumn Fonteyn; her niece, Harper Fonteyn; and her nephew, Mason Fonteyn.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 11:45 AM at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home of Berlin, 111 Chamberlain Hwy., Kensington. Burial will be in Wilcox Cemetery, East Berlin. Calling hours will be held from 10 AM until the time of the service.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
111 Chamberlain Highway, Berlin, CT 06037

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