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David VanDyne Obituary
New London - David E. VanDyne, 67, of New London, entered eternal life Nov. 4, 2019. He was born Jan. 17, 1952, in New London, the son of the late Albert William and Ruth (Diaz) VanDyne Sr.
David was raised in Groton, and attended local elementary school and junior high school. He graduated from St. Bernard High School in Uncasville with the class of 1970. He was employed at the following businesses over the years: Youth Colony and Tommy's Florist both in Groton; and Frank's Place, Lawrence + Memorial Hospital and A. C. Moore Arts & Crafts all in New London.
David really enjoyed bowling, cake decorating, floral arranging and helping his friends with whatever they needed. He also loved to travel.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Albert William ""Billy"" VanDyne Jr. He is survived by his longtime friends of many years, Robert ""Bob"" Briggs and John J. Duval, both of New London. He also is survived by his sister-in-law Susie Frankopoulos-VanDyne of Groton; his nephews, Chris and Danny VanDyne of Groton; great-niece Marrisa VanDyne; and great-nephew Vincent VanDyne, all of Groton. Lastly, he is survived by a very special friend for over 35 years, Maggie Searles of Quaker Hill.
His family will receive relatives and friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the Impellitteri-Malia Funeral Home, 84 Montauk Ave., New London. A funeral home service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday followed by interment in Colonel Ledyard Cemetery, Groton.
Donations in David's memory may be made to the Alliance For Living, 154 Broad St., New London, CT 06320.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Just GRIPPO
March 1, 2024
...was just the sweetest guy...
David Larson
November 4, 2020
Rest in peace gentle soul.
Deb Schelkly
November 14, 2019
May you rest in peace.
Michael Sylvia
November 13, 2019
My heartfelt condolences go out to you all. David was such a fixture in the community.
David Larson
November 13, 2019
A sweet and gentle soul who loved working his magic with flowers and gardens. His memory is a Blessing.
Carlene Stangle
November 12, 2019
Oh this makes me so sad. Dave was a wonderful man with a huge heart. May you be at peace in heaven (hanging out with my mom again)...
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