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Mildred Lillian Caplan

12/24/1928 - 10/25/2020

Mildred Lillian Caplan obituary, 12/24/1928-10/25/2020, Wallingford, CT

BORN

12/24/1928

DIED

10/25/2020

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Wallingford Funeral Home - Wallingford

809 North Main Street Ext.

Wallingford, Connecticut

Mildred Caplan Obituary

Mildred Lillian (St. Onge) Caplan, 91, of Wallingford, beloved wife of the late Edward T. Caplan, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Sunday, October 25, 2020, at Montowese Health and Rehabilitation Center in North Haven. She was born in Meriden, CT, on December 24, 1928, a daughter of the late William and Lillian (Lussier) St. Onge. She became a Registered Nurse after graduating from the Hospital of St. Raphael and was a member of the Alumnae there. Mildred was a founding member of Church of the Resurrection and was a member of the Ladies Guild at the parish. She volunteered for many years at the Wallingford Senior Center's Memory Lane program. She is survived by her seven children, Edward Caplan, Jr. and his wife Geraldine of Brewster, MA, William Caplan of North Granby, Thomas Caplan and his wife Dottie of Scituate, MA, Linda Fleck and her husband Jeffrey of Wallingford, James Caplan and his wife Roseann of Hamden, Susan Quagliaroli and her husband Joseph of Wallingford, and Robert Caplan and his wife Cheryl of Wallingford; her 11 grandchildren, Bethany Ciliberto, Benjamin Caplan, Ryan Caplan, Amanda Caplan, Drew Caplan, Rachel Vanderploeg, Michael Fleck, Daniel Fee, Bryan Caplan, Joseph Quagliaroli and Jenna Quagliaroli; eight great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter-in-law, Cindy Caplan; and her sister, Jean Pikor. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 am on Saturday, October 31, directly at the Church of the Resurrection, 115 Pond Hill Road, Wallingford. Interment will follow in St. John Cemetery in Wallingford. (COVID-19 Precautions will be followed at and masks required at the church and cemetery). For those unable to attend in person, they may safely watch the funeral via a livestream available on her online obituary page available www.wallingfordfh.com In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory can be made in her memory to the Sisters' Project, (www.thesistersproject.org) P.O. Box 1634, Wallingford, CT 06492.

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Published by The Record-Journal from Oct. 28 to Oct. 29, 2020.

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Ellen and Tom Fredericks (Bohne)

November 1, 2020

Our condolences to all of the Caplan’s. Millie was a good neighbor. We’re sorry that we can’t be with you.

Joyce Saunders

November 1, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I worked with Millie for many years at WCH. She was truly a beautiful soul and always genuinely cared for everyone. My deepest sympathies to the entire Caplin family.

Kathie McCoy

October 29, 2020

I am truly sorry for your loss. Milly will be missed by so many people. Milly was a very faithful volunteer at the Wallingford Senior Center for many years. I had the honor of working with her in the Memory Lane program for over seven years. Milly was such a gentle soul. She brought a sense of calm and peace to the clients, as well as the staff. Milly was quick to lend a helping hand without having to be asked. She was kind, compassionate, patient, humble and generous with her time and talents. Everyone loved her homemade cookies she baked for Memory Lane. She even shared her recipes with us. Milly helped us with countless craft projects too. Milly was such a treasure to be with. I am so very grateful to have known her. She touched many people's lives. Her memories will live on in the counted cross stitch Christmas ornaments. bread warmers hand towels she created. Milly made this world a brighter place!

Paul & Bettina Garber

October 29, 2020

Our heartfelt sympathy! We have so fond memories of Millie.
With Love, The Garber Family.

Betty and Family Amore

October 28, 2020

Our deepest condolences! We are saddened by the news of Millie's passing, what a wonderful neighbor she was! We send our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to her family. With love, The Amore family, Betty, Alan, Ellen, Paul, Doug.

Debbie Markiewicz

October 28, 2020

I work at the Wallingford Senior Center Memory Lane Program. Sadly for me I came after Millie had retired, but her reputation preceded her. I was lucky to get to meet her once or twice when she visited. She was lovely. I am truly sorry for your loss. Hold close your wonderful memories. She was certainly a treasure at the WSC and especially at the Memory Lane Program.

Heather Cicio

October 28, 2020

I am truly sorry for your loss at this time. I had the pleasure of meeting Millie during her stay at Montowese and truly enjoyed our chats over chocolate! She was a beautiful person and she really touched my heart in a very short time. I will miss her. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Carmo & Jorge Tavares

October 27, 2020

We’re sharing in your sorrow with love and friendship. Our deepest condolences.

Patricia Ferraro-Murano

October 27, 2020

Such a sweet and beautiful lady. My condolences to all the Caplan family!

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