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Jacqueline Tawyea Obituary
Jacqueline Tenk Stelzel Tawyea passed away peacefully on September 14, 2014 surrounded by her family. She was born in Bethel on February 22, 1929, a daughter of Joseph and Mabel (Nodine) Tenk. Jacqueline graduated from Bethel High School and worked at John's Bakery and Noe's Department Store before beginning her 21 year career as Assistant Manager at Newtown Savings Bank. Jackie enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family.
Jackie is survived by her brother Joseph Tenk and wife Betty, sister Carol Buckbee and husband George, as well as her children; Edward Stelzel, Francis (Fritz) Stelzel, Donald Stelzel and wife Susan, Elaine Gibbs Johr and husband Fred. She is also survived by grandchildren Kelli, Edward, Frank, Kerri, Brandy, Jesse, Kim, Don, Jessica, Loni Paul, Mike, Stephanie and Kyle, as well as 22 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Jackie is predeceased by her husbands, Edward C. Stelzel and Harry Tawyea, her brother Robert and great granddaughter Hailey
Family will receive friends in the Bethel Funeral Home 215 Greenwood Ave, Tuesday afternoon from 3 until 6 PM.
Memorial may be made to DaVita Danbury Dialysis 111 Osborne St., Danbury, CT 06810-6031 or the Bethel, VNA One School St., Bethel, CT 06901
Information and on-line condolences at Hullfuneralservice.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jacqueline Tawyea
September 22, 2014
Elaine and Family, so sorry to hear of the passing of Jackie. My thoughts and prayers go out to you to get you through this difficult time. May God Bless you and help you in the future. Deepest Sympathy, Christina and the DeLisle Family
Mel Jimenez
September 16, 2014
So very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our hearts and prayers through these difficult days ahead.
Donma and Ron Robinson
September 16, 2014
Very sorry for your loss. She will be missed by all.
Karen Rowe
September 15, 2014
Dear Elaine and Family,
I'm truly sad to hear about Jackie. I will remember her always as a classy lady with a heart of gold as well as a dear friend. May she rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jo-Ann Oles-Rogowski
September 15, 2014
I'm so sorry to hear about Jackie's passing. She was a wonderful lady and I have so many fond memories of her. She will be missed by many but her memories will live on. RIP
My deepest sympathy,
September 15, 2014
Elaine,Ned,Don,Fritz So sorry to hear about you loss. She was a very special that I was proud to call Mom growing up. My prays and thoughts are with you all. R.I.P Mom you will be missed. Judie Van De Water Stoffa.
Todd & Deb Brown
September 15, 2014
Our condolences at this sad time.
Lynn Nemiccolo (Dow)
September 15, 2014
Elaine and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your mom's death. I always enjoyed spending time with her when we were young. My prayers are with each of you.
Carol Peck-Gallagher
September 15, 2014
God Bless all during this sorrowful time. Jackie was a wonderful lady and loved her family.
Sue Davison
September 15, 2014
Paul, Mike and the entire family,
So very sorry to read of your loss. With deepest sympathy, understanding and care.
Sue Davison
Former BMS Teacher
Elaine Reynolds
September 15, 2014
Such a wonderful person! She will be missed.Thoughts, prayers & lots of love to you & your family,
Bill, E2, Billy & Lizzie
September 14, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Peace and God Bless.
Mary Jane (Peck) McFetters (Kays Sister)
September 14, 2014
Elaine,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. I am sure she had a wonderful life in part due to her great kids..
Again sorry.
Linda Baillie
irene Dailey
September 14, 2014
So sorry to lose such a lovely lady. She was always a listener and a joker with a smile for everyone. She will be missed. She love each and everyone of her family members. Sleep soundly Jackie.<3
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