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Jill Metcalf Obituary
Jill Metcalf, 78, passed away on Friday, June 22, 2018 at Danbury Hospital.
Born in Norwalk, Connecticut, she was the daughter of Gladys and Ernest Ingram, Jr. She attended Newtown schools, and went on to become a hairdresser. She owned and operated several hair salons over the years.
She was a member of the VFW Post 308 Ladies Auxiliary and Sandy Hook Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed painting and watching the birds through her kitchen window. She will not only be remembered for her contagious laughter, but also her bright, bold, and friendly spirit.
She is survived by her brothers, Ernest Ingram III and Robert Ingram and his wife Terry, her daughter, Kelly Richardson and her husband Bradley, her grandchildren, John, Marissa, Ali, Briana, and Kari, great-granddaughter Savana, and her niece and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother, John, her son, Jack, and her former spouse, Chester "Chet" Metcalf.
The calling hours will be held on Thursday June 28, 6-8 p.m. at the Honan Funeral Home 58 Main St. Newtown, and a graveside service and burial will be on Friday June 29 at 10:30 a.m. at Saint Rose Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Newtown Ambulance Association, VFW Post 308, and Sandy Hook Volunteer Fire Department.
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June 28, 2018
Hi Kelly, Sorry to hear about your Mom's death. You and your Mom were so helpful and patient with my Mom. Prayers to you and your family. Becky Smith
John , Lucille Alberto
June 27, 2018
Bob sorry to hear about your sister. Your in our prays.
Joyce Pichette
June 27, 2018
Kelly and family, I am so sorry for your loss. That's a great picture of your mom, just how I remember her. Her laugh was contagious. My prayer for you will be for comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Bob & Jobie Haag Sr
June 26, 2018
We were saddened to learn of Jill's passing.Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all her family.She will be missed
June 26, 2018
So very sorry to hear of Jill's passing. I have fond memories of visiting her when my husband Eddie and Junie were in the Navy and away from home. Yes she did have an unique laugh and a wonderful sense of humor. Jill will indeed be missed. Our sympathies to her family. Ed and Sally Carroll
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