John James Bachand

John James Bachand obituary, New Britain, CT

John James Bachand

John Bachand Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Shaker-Hill Funeral Home - New Britain on Jan. 3, 2026.
John Bachand of New Britain, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2025. He was born in New Britain and was the son of the late Richard T. Bachand and Maryann (Damato) Bachand. He attended local schools and was the longtime owner of Bachand Flooring.
John enjoyed hunting, fishing, and football, and was a devoted fan of the Minnesota Vikings.
He is survived by his beloved children, daughters Amber and Ashley and his son Daniel Jr.; his cherished granddaughters, Addison, Liela, and Danica; his grandson, Owen; his special friend, Denise; his sisters, Robin Pastore and her husband Joseph, and Shirley Miskunas; and his brother, Richard T. Bachand Jr.
He was predeceased by his sister, Cheryl Bachand.
Family and friends are invited Friday (January 9, 2026) from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Shaker-Hill Funeral Home, 764 Farmington Ave. New Britain. A prayer service will be held at 7:00 PM at the funeral home. To share a memory of John or to express condolences to the Bachand Family, please visit www.shakerfuneralhome.com.
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January 6, 2026

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Doug Rittman

January 6, 2026

I text with Johnny in November to let him know hunting season was going on and i was thinking of him and Rick l will miss him and Rick Condolences to John's Family

Dale Dunfield

January 5, 2026

What very sad news ! His was a warm and charming personality...always. He will be missed. Rest in peace Johnny B. Matt & Dale Dunfield

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