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1947
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2022
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Alan Petrucci Obituary
Al served during the Vietnam War with the U.S. Army as an Operating Room Specialist; for which he received a National Defense Service Metal, Good Conduct Medal & Sharpshooter Badge.
He started his 40 plus year career as a meat cutter at Chicago Meat Center of New Britain, followed by a period at both Guido's Supermarket and Foodmart before retiring from Big Y Supermarkets where he perfected his talents as the legend of many meat counters.
Alan was an avid fly fisherman, fly tyer, author & photographer. He touched many people's lives around the world with his beautiful blog, Small Stream Reflections, which was his passion.
He was a lifelong Red Sox & Cowboys fan. Al loved being in nature & was an accomplished hunter, which he loved enjoying with his son.
Besides his parents, He was predeceased by his two brothers: Richard "Sonny" & Robert Petrucci; two sisters: Lorraine Romano and Linda Petrucci.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his daughter Candace Emond & her husband Mel, his son Alan Jr. & his partner Krystina; and the lights of Papa's life, his grandchildren: Morgan & Ethan Emond. One sister Carol Brown & her husband Billy, three sisters-in-law Bonnie Wirtes & her husband John, Janice Brown & Elizabeth Petrucci, as well as many cherished nieces & nephews.
Alan was a man that loved the simple things in life and took the time to enjoy them & share them with all that he loved.
"It is more blessed to journey than to arrive" -One Man's River.
Family and friends may gather in celebration of Alan's life with a visitation on Saturday, Feb. 26 from 1-5p.m. at Paul Shaker Funeral Home, 764 Farmington Ave, New Britain, CT.
Military honors will be accorded at the funeral home. www.shakerfuneralhome.com
In lieu of Flowers: Please donate in Alan's name to:
Alzheimer's Association
200 Executive Blvd S
#4b, Southington, CT 06489.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Alan Petrucci
Sponsored by Shaker-Hill Funeral Home - New Britain.
Walter Bettencourt
February 18, 2024
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Timothy Cussen
February 18, 2023
Every time I fish for wild trout, I think of Alan. His beautiful photos and thoughts gave me unmeasurable pleasure! I was not fortunate enough to know him personally, but treasure his memories none the less.
Kirk McPherson
March 8, 2022
My heartfelt sympathy to Jeanette and the rest of the Petrucci family. I am very lucky to have met Alan years ago and become one of his fishing buddies. He will be sorely missed by his those of us that had the great pleasure of getting to know him. His love of his family, nature and food was always at the surface. He was a very special individual and will forever be in our hearts and minds.
Mike Stephens
February 27, 2022
Another photo of Alan fishing one his favorite spots.
Mike Stephens
February 26, 2022
Mike Stephens
February 26, 2022
Mike Stephens
February 26, 2022
Mike Stephens
February 26, 2022
As many have already said, we enjoyed the beauty and wonder of Alan's blog as he graciously included us all on his every adventure - it was a special blessing that will be missed. Our prayers are with the family and those who shared so much with Alan via the blog or on the stream with him. I was particularly blessed to share a couple of outings with Alan, and so I submit these photos for your enjoyment. Mike
Walter V. Bettencourt Jr
February 26, 2022
My Deepest Sympathy to the Petrucci family. Alan's beautiful blog, Small Stream Reflections was a piece of home for me during my 3 years in Afghanistan and subsequent years in Iraq. He was a true master of life, always positive and uplifting.
Bob Moeller
February 25, 2022
My Deepest Sympathy to the Petrucci family. I knew Alan only through his blog which I discovered in 2014. Being a senior in my later 70's, I've mostly sheltered in during the Covid pandemic. It was always a joy to find a new post from him in the mornings. I felt as though l had traveled to that setting on the stream that day. The friendly demeanor of his prose, and his fine photography revealed his love and respect for nature. I will miss him. Alan and all of your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Frank L
February 25, 2022
Prayers to Alan's family at this sad time. I only knew him from his blog, but he made you feel like he was a good friend. I will miss his stories, his passion for the small brooks streams and his pictures of flies, fish and food. Thank you Alan, for sharing a bit of your life with your fellow anglers. RIP
Dean Foster
February 24, 2022
"Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by this some have entertained angels without knowing it." Hebrews 13:2
Dear family, with Small Stream Reflections Alan entertained many people he never met including me. He wrote beautifully and I felt like I knew him. As small stream fly angler in New England I always kept an eye out for his signature license plate thinking one day I might just meet him on a thin blue line somewhere. I am so saddened by the news of his passing and I will truly miss reading his thoughts and seeing his photos. I grieve with you and I pray that God will give you all comfort at this time.
Kevin Mulcahy
February 24, 2022
To Jeanette and Alans family, I extend my deepest condolences. The impact that Alan had on me in pursuing those small streams is immense.
Doug Duvall
February 23, 2022
My heart goes out to you Jeanette and to your entire family at this huge loss in your lives! Alan was indeed a caring and giving man as I have witnessed his generosity on several occasions! What impressed me most was his blog "Small Stream Reflections"! Incredible not only in content but in character as well! Our world will not be the same without him! God bless you all during this most difficult of times!
Your friend in Ohio,
Doug Duvall
Jennifer Tucci
February 23, 2022
Never will be forgotten in my heart. I hope heaven for you has fishing beyond our understanding. Love you uncle Alan.
Cheryl baehr
February 23, 2022
Candy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to your family
Timothy Cussen
February 23, 2022
My most sincere sympathy on the loss of Alan. I have been a follower of Alan's adventures on Small Stream Reflections and will miss him dearly. His photos were always beautiful and the ones of the food he made always made me hungry. I came in from fishing for wild trout here in NJ this afternoon and as I often do, signed on to the blog to learn of his passing. Fortunately, he has left you with plenty of memories to keep his spirit alive!
Petr Haisman
February 23, 2022
I will miss him so much... We did a fly change a few years ago... I have got his E.C. Special streamer... He will now be tying his unique style of flies and fly fish small brook trout streams in heaven... R.I.P. Alan... Petr from Czech, Europe...
Jim Babbitt
February 23, 2022
A wonderful man who shared everything with others. I will miss my daily visits to his blog.
Scott Bernard
February 23, 2022
I'm very sorry for your loss. I didn't know Alan personally but conversed online with him and read his blog. He was always willing to share his knowledge of flies and fishing and had a wonderful way of writing about them.
Kevin Gunther
February 23, 2022
It is fitting that Alan's final post was "Home Waters". He is now returned there to be remembered by all who followed him. We both shared a love of bamboo and fished with it for many years. Tight Lines.
Richard Kalinoski
February 23, 2022
I am very sorry for your loss. I will miss his posts which I have viewed for years. I checked for new posts a couple of times a week. Me and many other people will sorely miss him.
Michael Canonico
February 23, 2022
Like many others I never met your Dad but thru SSR I counted him as a dear friend. I will think of him often as a I wander along small streams.
John and Terri Cimino
February 22, 2022
So sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Connie johnson
February 22, 2022
So sorry for your family loss
Denise Petrucci
February 22, 2022
So sorry for loss of uncle Alan hope and praying your fishing in heaven always
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