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William E. Harlan Jr.

FUNERAL HOME

B.C. Bailey Funeral Home - Wallingford

273 South Elm Street

Wallingford, Connecticut

William Harlan Obituary

HARLAN, WILLIAM E., JR. WALLINGFORD – William E. Harlan Jr., 48, of Wallingford departed this life unexpectedly on Sunday, February 23, 2014 of natural causes at his home. William was born on August 17, 1965 in New Haven, CT, son of William Harlan and the late Marsha Fekete Harlan. He was a graduate of Lyman Hall High School Class of 1983, and was an avid Yankee and Giants fan. William worked as a Chef for the Fireside Café. He will be sadly missed by his father, William Sr. of Parish, FL, and his twin sister, Elizabeth Harlan and her husband Gary Clark of Wallingford. He also leaves a step-sister, Stephanie Carbone, and her husband Gary of Madison; along with 2 nieces, Morgan and Taylor, and 3 nephews: John, Nicholas, and AJ; and a great niece, Olivia. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Nicholas and Irene Fekete, and step-mother Kathleen Harlan. Relatives and friends may call on Friday, February 28, 2014 from 10–11 AM at the B. C. Bailey Funeral Home, 273 S. Elm Street, Wallingford. A Celebration of Life will follow calling hours at 11 AM in the funeral home. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be directed to the charity of one’s choice. To leave a message of remembrance or for directions please visit www.BCBAILEY.com.

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Published by The New Haven Register from Feb. 25 to Feb. 26, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for William Harlan

33 Entries

Sue Silverstrean-Rourke

March 3, 2014

Betsy I am so very sorry for this great loss. I am in shock. No words can express the grief. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Seems like an eternity ago when we all worked together.

He will be greatly missed.
God Bless you all Today and Always.
Remembering that he will be in your hearts always.

March 2, 2014

I am very sorry to hear of Bill's sudden passing. My sincere condolences goes out to you, his family.
Don Forrest (Classmate)

Pam Johns Hubbard

March 1, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Bill's sudden passing. I was lucky enough to see Bill recently at Tre Scalini restaurant where he instantly recognized me from growing up together in Terrace Gardens. Bill had a heart of gold and he will be terribly missed. My condolences to his family. RIP Bill. Gone but not forgotten.

Ray & Cookie Lattman

March 1, 2014

Enjoyed being around Bill and his carving. He will be missed.

Terri Pecor

February 28, 2014

I'm truly sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.

February 28, 2014

I'm someone you probably don't know but I knew Billy from Jake's and I always looked forward to seeing him. He was always quiet and very kind and I'll always have nice memories of him and his gentle nature. I will miss him greatly and please accept my condolences at your loss.
Jon Peckman.

Rob Libby

February 28, 2014

Condolences to all.Growing up is the best time of life and to have friend like Bill made it all the better.Great times and a friendship never forgotten. RIP Bill

Anne Camp-Boutin

February 27, 2014

Dear Betsy, So sorry to hear about the loss of your brother -
With my deepest sympathy, my prayers go out of you & to the entire Harlen family..
He always made me laugh and smile. Bill will be truely missed

Butch McNamara

February 27, 2014

To Bill's Family and Friends condolences

Sally Alterisi-Walsh

February 27, 2014

Betsy, Gary and family
Although we can't be with you all, your in our prayers from afar. So sorry to hear this sad news of Bill.
Thinking of you all. God Bless
Sally, Donna, Phyllis and family
St. Augustine, FL

February 27, 2014

Although we can't be with you while you remember your loved one, you're in our thoughts from afar.

Me & Bill with Medlock the dog mid 1980's

John Melillo

February 27, 2014

What's there to say, just heartbroken. For 10+ yrs we hung together, almost nightly, I'd meet you at Cousins, you'd be stinking of fish, you'd head home defish and off we went. Usually with Goon, packy run, case of Bud ponies to demolish. The adventures never seemed to end, Pogs Pond, Morris Rock, the arcade, one concert after another, house parties, bars whatever, we had the time our lives. Never had an argument outside of who to bet on every Sunday. We went to Foxborough to Patriot games, we sat in Philly in 100 degrees watching all 18 hours of Live Aid 7/13/85.
A million memories never to be forgotten. Rest In Peace buddy. Love ya. - John Melillo

Dawn Regan Scranton

February 26, 2014

Although we haven't seen each other since high school, even though we hung out almost everyday back then, it seems like just yesterday. RIP Bill, you will be missed by many. My prayers to Betsy and the rest of the family.

Kathy Corden

February 26, 2014

I'm sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. He was a nice man and will be missed.

February 26, 2014

Bill you were a great person and will be missed by all. Rest in peace my friend...
BIG D

Rachael D

February 26, 2014

Sending well wishes to Bill's family and close friends. A good guy gone too soon. Xo

Dawn Welter

February 26, 2014

Though it has been years since we have seen each other you were one of the greatest friends I had, you were always there for those you loved. So many great memories. R.I.P. friend. My prayers fo to the family.

Dennis Bouffard

February 26, 2014

Bill RIP I will miss you

Sandy Ferri

February 26, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all.

Kelly

February 26, 2014

mr. bill oh so many memories i have of you you will be missed dearly...my heart goes out to you betsy and your family much love ....kelly

February 26, 2014

Thanks for listening and never judging ...... U will b greatly missed ????

Laura Hammersley-Sorber

February 25, 2014

Bill you will be missed...Prayers goes out to Harlen family..

February 25, 2014

Thoughts and prayers for Bill's family. He was beyond a great guy. XXOO
Kara

Sarah Nicolaides

February 25, 2014

Billy we will miss you! R I P

Pam Rosoff-Reichbart

February 25, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to all of you. Thinking of you Betsy.

michael cannata

February 25, 2014

so sorry tohear about the loss of bhe wasa wonderfull guy rest in peace

Brendan McGrath

February 25, 2014

A heartbreaking loss, Bill was one of my best friends through the high school years until I entered the Air Force. I Recently had a chance to reconnect with him this past August, we went to the Ted Nugent concert together when I was home visiting from the Philippines. He will be greatly missed and remembered. RIP Bill

Michelle Lampo

February 25, 2014

RIP Bill You will never be forgotten.

Bob Lampo

February 25, 2014

RIP Bill You will never be forgotten.

tammy cassella-lombra

February 25, 2014

So sorry to Bills family. We had some great, fun and wild times in our day. Memories that will last a lifetime. Rest in peace my friend.

James Tuberville

February 25, 2014

I am so sorry to here of the loss of what I'm sure was a good dad, brother, uncle, and friend. Good bye Bill you will be missed.