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William Pennell Obituary

PENNELL, WILLIAM G. William G. Pennell, 48, of Quinnipiac Avenue, New Haven, passed away suddenly on December 17, 2013. Born in New Haven on April 21, 1965, Bill was an employee of Blakeslee Prestress for 30 years. Bill was predeceased by his father, Irving Pennell, and mother, Adrienne Proto. He leaves his sister and brother-in-law, Donna and Dean Lockwood, and nephew, Bryan Ciaburri, all of Cheshire. Family and friends are invited to attend an informal gathering in his remembrance at Donovan’s Reef Restaurant, 1212 Main St., Branford, on Friday, January 24, at 6:00pm. To leave online condolences, please visit www.Brooklawnfuneralhome.com

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Published by The New Haven Register from Jan. 19 to Jan. 20, 2014.

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Jim Braun

January 24, 2014

I worked with Bill for over twenty years and became very good friends with him. I will remember him and all the fun times we had together. You definitely left us much too soon. I wish things turned out differently for you. You are very much missed Billy.

Len Riccio

January 24, 2014

Bill i only knew you for a few short months but you added
such a bright spot to our thursday morning breakfast club.
we will all miss you very much.

Allison LaChance

January 22, 2014

Uncle Bill will be greatly missed. In the time we spent together he made a great impact on my life. It will never be the same without him.

Diane Langlan-Wortz

January 22, 2014

I was deeply saddened to hear of Bill's passing. Although it has been many years since I have seen Bill, I remember his kindness and his sense of humor well. While he will be missed, his spirit will surely remain with the many people whose lives he touched. My prayers go out to the friends and family Bill left behind.

Valentina DaCosta

January 21, 2014

I was shocked & saddened to hear of Bill's passing. Though I hadn't seen him in sometime, his spirit will be missed & mourned. He was a huge part of my early years & will always be remembered with fondness & love. All my sympathies to his family & friends.

Jandie & Artie McSweet

January 21, 2014

Bill was a dear friend and will always be in our hearts. We will miss you Bill, and cherish the memories we have, always...Our deepest sympathy to those he left behind.

J. Thomas

January 20, 2014

I wish to express my sincere sympathy to the family. May our loving Creator grant you guidance, strength and comfort during this difficult time. He invites us to approach him in prayer and pour out our heart to him. (Psalm 62:8)

Diana Ciaburri

January 20, 2014

We will miss you Bill... you are very near and dear to our hearts.

Gerry and Diana Ciaburri
Nancy Chandler

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