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Gerald Newton Obituary

Groton - Gerald L. Newton, 78, of Groton, passed away Thursday evening, March 28, 2016, at Fairview in Groton.

He was born in Montville, on Sept. 14, 1938, the son of Morton E. and Alice (Boska) Newton.

Gerald was married to Elizabeth Murray on April 22, 1967, in Groton.

He graduated from Norwich Free Academy, Class of 1956, and worked as a management analyst at the Naval Underwater Systems Center.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his sister-in-law, Jane Doyle and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, March 31, 2016, at Byles-Groton Memorial Home, 310 Thames St. Interment will be private.

Donations in his memory may be directed to either the American Cancer Society, 825 Brook St., I-91 Tech Center, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 or the Patients Recreation Fund, Fairview, 235 Lestertown Road, Groton, CT 06340.

Please visit www.byles.com to sign the guest book or share a memory.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Day on Mar. 30, 2016.

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Kathleen Cuddy

March 30, 2016

So sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Suzanne Gouette

March 30, 2016

Dear Betty,
Sorry for your loss of Jerry. Thoughts and Prayers are with you. Glad I had the chance too take care of him.
RIP Mr. Newton

Edna Miller

March 30, 2016

My thoughts are with you, Betty. So sorry for your loss. May your memories comfort you!

March 30, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

March 30, 2016

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

MICHAEL SALERNO

March 30, 2016

Gerry, rest in peace my friend. The fond memories of working with you at NUSC will always be remembered. I will miss visiting you, but know you will always be remembered. You are now one of God's Angels.

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