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Sarah Byrnes Obituary

Sarah Margaret Byrnes, 30, of Cromwell, passed away from an unexpected illness on Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021 at Middlesex Hospital surrounded by her loving family Born in New Britain, she was a long time Kensington resident before moving to Cromwell in 2014. Sarah was employed in data management, currently working for PPD in North Carolina. She loved her many trips to Aruba, volunteering at the CT Humane Society, and spending time with her family at Oak Grove Beach in Niantic. Sarah enjoyed basketball and the New England Patriots. She was a member of Kensington Congregational Church. Surviving are her parents, Patti Byrnes and Michael Byrnes; her sister, Kelly Byrnes; her boyfriend, George Thomson; many aunts, uncles and cousins; and her dog, Tucker. She was predeceased by her grandparents, John and Margaret Byrnes, and Jack and Barbara Knaus. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021 at 10 AM at Kensington Congregational Church. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. Calling hours are Monday from 4-7 PM at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home of Berlin/Porters, 111 Chamberlain Hwy, Kensington. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Kensington Congregational Church, 312 Percival Ave. Kensington, CT 06037 or to the Connecticut Humane Society (In support of Ella's Eats), 701 Russell Rd., Newington, CT 06111. Please share a memory of Sarah with the family in the online guest book @ www.ericksonhansenberlin.com

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Published by Hartford Courant on Oct. 17, 2021.

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Christina gorneault

November 4, 2021

U will be missed Sarah u were an amazing person

Mary Anne Orzolek

October 23, 2021

Dear Patti, Mike and family, My sincere condolences on your loss of Sarah. I have fond memories of her from grammar and high school. Your hearts must be truly shattered. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Judy hungerford

October 20, 2021

Patti and family, I am sincerely sorry for your loss I´m sure there is no pain like the pain you´re feeling now. Hold tight to your faith and believe God had a special purpose for Sarah.

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Sharon Riley

October 19, 2021

Patti - my heart is breaking to hear about the your loss. Please know my deepest sympathy and love go out to you and your family.

Wayne & Sharon Mariner

October 18, 2021

Patti and Family..... Our hearts are broken for each of you. Rest in Peace Sarah

Kam Perrotti

October 18, 2021

Patti,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family from all of the other ladies who LOVE you at the pool. Be well!

Kam

Tricia Stapleton

October 18, 2021

My sincere condolences to the family. I remember when she was young and I was referee in town recreational basketball program and than in Berlin High School seeing her playing basketball with my nieces! Remember fond memories! My prayers and thoughts are with family during this difficult time

Lauren Noseworthy

October 18, 2021

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of such a wonderful, caring, and beautiful friend. My condolences go out to the Byrnes family.
I met Sarah our freshman year of college. We lived in the same dorm together. Our dorm was a very fun (maybe too much fun) community and we all hung out all the time! Sarah and I had some great times together. Although we didn´t keep in touch after college besides "liking" each other´s photos on social media and sending birthday wishes, I still consider her a good friend at one time in our lives. Sarah was such a kind soul and would do anything for anyone. With that said, I know she is in a good place now. You will be missed Sarah and will always be loved.

Allen Humes

October 17, 2021

Pati & Michael I cannot imagine that pain you must have in your heart. My sympathy to you on the unfortunate death of your lovely daughter, Sarah.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Allen

Rebecca Charamut Cass

October 16, 2021

The Cass Family sends our deepest snd sincerest sympathy in the exquisite, untimely and unexpected loss of your sweet Sarah. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Lisa Lester

October 16, 2021

Sarah´s Family. I´m So sorry to hear about Sarah. Sarah was a student worker at ECSU PD. I was a Dispatcher. She was the most beautiful, caring woman. Always wanting the best for everyone. She has left her mark on the world and we are much better for it.

Tim Bisson

October 15, 2021

Patti, Michael, Kelly, and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Sarah was a special person in my life in my younger years in church and growing up. She has such a sweet soul, and that will never be lost. She lives on in our hearts and in our memories. God has a new guardian angel on His side. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Madhavi Subramanyam

October 15, 2021

Sarah was an amazing person. Understanding, humble and kind hearted. Brilliant at work. I knew Sarah through work, even though we worked with each other for a very short time, I knew the time we interviewed her that she was going to be an invaluable asset. I am deeply saddened to hear this and so is her team here at PPD. She will be greatly missed. Condolences to the family.

Matthew Bielomyza

October 15, 2021

Patti, Mike and family, our deepest condolences to you at this difficult time. The Bielomyza Family

Jane Laz Prior

October 15, 2021

My deepest sympathy for your loss of Sarah. She was an adorable little girl who grew up to a beautiful woman.

Ashley Cialfi

October 15, 2021

Words can´t express how sorry I am for the loss of Sarah. She was such a sweetheart. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.

Laura Smith

October 15, 2021

Mike, Patty, Kelly and family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Sarah. My heart and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time

Laura Smith

October 15, 2021

Patty , Mike and Kelly, I am so sorry to hear about Sarah. My heart and prayers are with all of you you st this difficult time. Love, Laura

Maria and Dan Colangelo

October 15, 2021

We are in disbelief. We were so very blessed to get to know Sarah through her cherished friendship with our daughter. I called her my Bach daughter as the three of us enjoyed watching and discussing our fav show. I always told her that her pizzelles were better than any Italian could make. Our hearts are broken. She will be missed for always!

Maria Savio

October 15, 2021

My thoughts go out to Sarah´s family and George. I´ve been Sarah´s neighbor for almost 2 years and the things I´ll remember most are her smile, caring and compassionate nature and a mutual tendency toward humorous gossip sessions. She will be greatly missed by our entire neighborhood and the void left behind will be a long time in healing. Rest easy now, my friend.

Colleen and Jeff Wagoner

October 15, 2021

Dear Patti, Mike and family,
There are no words to express our deep sympathy and sorrow for your loss. We will remember Sarah as a friendly, smiley girl at nursery school and a lovely girl at prom in high school. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you move forward through this difficult time. Wishing you peace . Love, Colleen & Jeff Wagoner

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