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Terrence Clancy Obituary
1960-2023
Terrence (Terry) Clancy, age 62, of Fairfield, the devoted husband and best friend of Carol Bennett Clancy for over 40 years, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Bridgeport to the late John and Anna Beatrice (Nancy) Clancy, Terry was a graduate of Notre Dame High School, class of 1978 and the University of Notre Dame, class of 1982. It was there that he met his wife, Carol and they married shortly thereafter.
Terry was a Financial Accountant and traveled the world with his family and lived for periods of time in Tokyo, Singapore and London before returning to Fairfield. In all of these places, Terry's magnetic personality and enormous heart led him to establish lifelong friendships.
He was the kindest, most thoughtful person and thoroughly enjoyed spending quality time with family. He could find joy in the little things, and he loved golfing, fishing, and skiing. He was an avid sports fan and music fan with an encyclopedic knowledge of both. He was always a huge supporter of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, New York Giants, and the New York Mets. He was also never short of a joke, as all of his friends and family can attest.
In addition to Carol, he is survived by his loving children, John (Claire) Clancy, Emma (Daniel) Carter, Coleman (Kate) Clancy, and Annie Clancy; his cherished grandson, Patrick Clancy; his three brothers, Jay (Merrill) Clancy, Michael (Lauren) Clancy and Patrick (Marsha) Clancy; and, his five sisters, Colleen Clancy and Rodney Weiher, Maura Clancy, Meghen Clancy and Ray Kellett, Sheila Clancy, and Siobhan (Bob) Fanucci; and several nieces and nephews.
Friends and family are invited to greet his family on Thursday, April 27, 2023 from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Shaughnessey Banks Funeral Home, 50 Reef Road in Fairfield. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held directly at St. Pius X Church on Friday, April 28, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. with interment to follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the National Down Syndrome Society, 1155 15th Street, Suite 540, Washington, D.C. 20005 (www.ndss.org/donate) or Compassionate Care ALS, PO Box 1052, West Falmouth, MA 02574 (www.ccals.org/donate).
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Bonnie Dortenzio MacDonald Wilson
August 23, 2023
Sincere condolences and prayers of comfort to the family, especially Maura Clancy. Your family was always a delight to know.
Frank Cook
May 1, 2023
My condolences on the loss of Terry.
Paola finelli
April 27, 2023
Clancy Family, so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you... rest in peace Mr Clancy
Marinelle & Mark Mayo
April 24, 2023
We were very sorry to hear of the loss of Terry. Our deepest condolences to Carol, Annie, Emma, John, Coleman and extended family. Terry was such a kind and generous man who adored his family. He always had a smile on his face and we will never forget his amazing ability to work a crowd as an auctioneer at Septa fundraisers and his knowledge of classic rock which he enthusiastically shared with our son. Terry's legacy lives on with his beautiful family. Sending you our love.
Tanya Annuncio
April 24, 2023
My heart is broken for the entire Clancy family. I, like Frank Liuzzo, was a life long friend & St Pius School Classmate from 1st - 8th Grade and a life long parishioner
at St Pius X Church as well as neighbors to his Aunt Betty and would see Terry, his parents & siblings often when they visited. Terry was one in a million and God must have bigger plans for Terry and now has a very special Angel. Soar high with the Angels my friend. My love thoughts & prayers are with all of you
The Mannis Family
April 23, 2023
In loving memory of an incredible husband, father, brother and uncle. We love you Terry and miss you always.
Frank Liuzzo
April 23, 2023
Terry was a life long friend from our grammar school days at St Pius. Will miss you and the more recent memories at Smith. RIP my friend.
Donal Reilly
April 22, 2023
Take care Terry.
Your sense of humor, charisma and ability to wager on anything will be greatly missed by me and all your fellow golfers and friends.
Take care TC ,I hope wherever you are there´s a golf club with a decent course , and a hospitable 19th hole.
Cheers mate
Joe Wright
April 22, 2023
Terry managed to find the humor in most any situation including his own health battle. He was truly one-of-a kind. He was the Home Depot´s best customer. I will miss those shopping trips. RIP Clanc.
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27
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3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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28
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