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David Sjostrom Obituary
He had recently acquired his license in real estate and was establishing himself in that field. His friends and family knew him to be fun and sociable, thoughtful and generous. He was an avid gardener and animal lover, a wonderful companion and friend. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
David leaves his mother, Karen Sjostrom Wise of Trumbull; his brother Richard of Niantic and sister Kristine of Seville, Spain. Also surviving him are his maternal grandmother, Mrs. George Kruger, of Pleasantville, NY ; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins; and his four nieces whom he enjoyed immensely, Madison, Sara, Karen and Erica.
He was predeceased by his father, Eric Richard Sjostrom.
Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. Friends are invited to pay their respects to the family on Monday, May 10th from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Homewood Suites Hotel, at 6905 Main Street, in Stratford , CT.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Compassion for Cats, 8 Huntington St., Shelton , CT 06484 or Save the Sound, 142 Temple St., 3rd Floor, New Haven , CT 06510.
Arrangements in care of the Dennis & D'Arcy Funeral Home, 2611 Main St., Stratford. To offer online condolences please visit www.dennisanddarcy.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for David Sjostrom
Cristina
January 25, 2011
I always imagined that David's path and mine would cross in the future, even though we had lost touch. To say that he brought happiness and laughter to my life is an understatement, with just a crack of that beautiful smile. He was never far from my thoughts and never will be. My heartfelt sympathies and thoughts for his family and those who love him.
Gary Wien
July 7, 2010
David was my first roomate at Lynchburg College and we later roomed again for our senior year. I just heard the news and am completely stunned and very sad to hear that he's gone. We lost touch for many years and I wish we hadn't. RIP roomie, you are in our thoughts...
dave haller
June 19, 2010
I am so sorry. I drive by Gooseberry Hill every day on my way home from work, and the memories from Watkinson rush through me. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rosa Gutiérrez
June 4, 2010
Dear Karen and family, I feel I can't find the words to express my sorrow for such a loss. As a mother I can understand how you will be feeling, and I would like you to know that all of you are in my prayers. Recibe un abrazo muy fuerte de todos nosotros. Con todo el cariño de tus amigos de Sanlúcar Rosa, Antonio, Javi y Víctor
Brian,Jean Villa
May 20, 2010
Rich,
Im so sorry for your lose!We go way back.This is a big lose for the both of us..Keep your head up!!You only have 1 brother!!!!! We send our love to your Mom!!! The Villas!!!
May 20, 2010
Dear Karen and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
John and Rosemary Diamond
Teresa Moreno
May 17, 2010
Dear Karen,
I am grateful to have had the opportunity to meet both of your sons a few years ago at your home in Connecticut. My heart aches for your loss. Many times during my day I think of you y senti mucho tristeza y dolor por tu hijo, por ti y por tu familia. No se que decirte. A veces la vida es tan dificil y tan lleno de sufrimiento que resulta totalmente imposible de comprenderla. Fuerza, Karen. Te quiero mucho. Ruego por ti y por tu familia. Richard and Kristine, lo siento muchisimo. Besos y abrazos muy fuerte de mi parte. En estos momentos de dolor, estoy con vosotros.
Tu amiga para siempre, Teresa
Sarah Cheney
May 16, 2010
Losing David was like losing a little brother. I was shocked and shattered at the news. The world has just grown a little dimmer.
José Moreno
May 16, 2010
Dear Karen, Richard, Kristine and family,
In these moments of deep sorrow, we would have loved to be next to you. Karen & Kristine, you know that you are both like family to us and your pain is ours too. Queremos que de alguna forma sintáis nuestro cariño y apoyo en este tiempo tan dificil de vuestra vida. Con todo nuestro amor, José, Teresa Y Antoñito, vuestros amigos de Rota
May 14, 2010
Dear Karen, Richard, and Kristine,Words cannot express how sad we are to learn of David's death. We will always remember what a wonderful child he was when we lived on Gooseberry Hill.You are all in our prayers.
Fondly, Bob and Janet Aronne
May 10, 2010
Just found out today and I'm utterly stunned. He was a friend like no other. I'm a better person for having known him, and poorer now for having lost him. We were just talking last month about going back to Spain in the next year. Just can't believe it. My sympathies to all who loved him.
--Jon Worth, from the Marriott days
Maribeth Risley
May 10, 2010
Karen, Richard and Kris--We were so sorry to hear about David. I'm not sure if Richard or Kris will remember us, maybe your mom Karen will, when we lived across the street from you in Rocky Hill. David was a newborn then and I, Maribeth, was your babysitter. We have remained in town but not on Elm Ridge. Losing touch when you moved, we all grew older but I have never forgotten about any of you. Mom is 89 now but remembers the little blonde children and how cute they were, now they have children of their own, how nice is that. I was not able to come and see in person all grown up but I wanted you to know how sad I was about this news. My thoughts are with all of you.
Stacy Lackman Dorb
May 10, 2010
I spent many wonderful, fun years with David at Watkinson. I was very sad to hear of his passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
May 10, 2010
Karen and family,
I was stunned and filled with sorrow upon learning about David's passing. I was flooded with grand memories of his joyful smile and presence. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during these trying times.
Fondly, Chic
Chris Cronin
May 9, 2010
Karen, Richard, and Kris:
I'm really, really sorry to hear about your family's loss. Some of my fondest memories of high school and CT include David and his full body laugh. I know he will be missed by many just knowing who he was and how much fun he was to be around. I'm sorry for your pain and am thinking about David & all of you.
May 9, 2010
Karen , Richard and Kristine , we are so sad to hear of David's untimely death . We have wonderful childhood memories of him , his wonderful disposition , easy going manner and his great smile. We are so sorry for you loss and our thoughts are with all of you during this time. The Kulvinskas family
Kim Zrenda
May 9, 2010
Richard & family -
Though I did not know David, Jeannie Villa, Robbie & Brian's mom, spoke highly of him. There are no words I can say about losing someone you love. You just have to keep your memories close to your heart. I am sure he will live forever in everyone who knew him.
My thoughts are with all those who knew & cared for him ~
Sincerely,
Kim
john riccio
May 8, 2010
Karen, Richard, Kris:
I'm at a loss - a loss of hearing about David, missing him, what to say, and how to mourn. I'm in Utah right now, driving across country to see Len, team up with his mother in SF and drive back.
I'm so sorry. That doesn't even come close. David and Len were such close friends in the Watkinson days, and afterward. Both Lenore and I also felt so close to David. It hurts, really hurts. Then to be so distant to not be able to convey our sympathies personally, seems so remote. Lenny had just looked him up on facebook. I had just cleaned our attic and found a great picture of David, Len, Lisa and Lauren. It portrays the beauty of their relationship and their stay at the school. I'm sorry. Sorry. Sorry. My heart is very heavy tonight. My thoughts for all of you. My prayers for David. J Riccio.
Kelly Conlon Grabowski
May 8, 2010
I am so saddened by David's passing. Many years have passed as David and I graduated from Watkinson together. I remember how silly and funny he was. He was always smiling. During those years, he was one of the most sincere people I knew. He had a wonderful spirit and a genuine soul. My heartfelt sympathy to his family.
Jennifer Dillon Gays
May 8, 2010
I'm very sorry to hear about David's untimely passing. My condolences go out to everyone.David was a great friend. I loved him dearly and he will truly be missed.
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