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John Byrne Obituary
John was born Nov. 11, 1946, in Seattle, Wash., the son of Edward J. and Frances E. (Barich) Byrne, graduated from Waterford High School, Class of 1965, was employed at General Dynamics/Electric Boat in Groton in 1966 and served in the Army from 1967 to 1970. He went on to work as a technician for Eastern Connecticut Cable TV and Metrocast for 43 years, retiring in 2016 due to his illness. It was determined John's illness was caused by his contact with airborne asbestos during his brief employment at Electric Boat although the symptoms did not significantly manifest for another 49 years.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Carol; his son, Ian; and brother, Mick and a loving family; and many friends and co-workers who will all sadly miss him and remember him always.
John was a devoted husband and father and dedicated employee responding to emergencies and service outages to the cable network in the area at all hours of the day and night for over three decades. He was active with the athletic programs at East Lyme High School and a member of the Thursday night Cedar Ridge Golf League since its inception in the early 80s. John was a lover of music and kept a drum kit throughout his life and played it regularly.
A celebration of John's life will be held starting at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 3, 2018, at Langley's Restaurant at the Great Neck Country Club in Waterford. All who knew John and treasured his friendship are welcome.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Care of Southeastern Connecticut will be gratefully accepted and can be sent to Hospice at 227 Dunham St., Norwich, CT 06360.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to all who have supported John through this devastating illness.
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Karen Murray
May 15, 2018
O my goodness I was just wondering how John was I was his hairdresser for quite some time in friends of the family checking in on the latest status of his illness talk to his wife not long ago said he was not doing well so sad to hear of his passing peace be with you John Go Red Sox on your behalf even though I was a Yankee fan haha and he knew it for sure IT about it all the time and so was his mother in law
Carol and Jim Ceil
May 6, 2018
May 6, 2018 we are deeply saddened to hear of John's Passing ,we always remember what a great guy he was and the good times we all had with my family,laughing non stop and just having fun, we will always cherish those memories. our thoughts are with you and Ian Love Carol and Jim Ceil
Bruce Bentley
May 4, 2018
Carol -
I was fortunate to share the golf course with John over the last 4 years. He was a gentleman and a wonderful soul. I was deeply saddened at the start of this season to learn that I won't have the pleasure of his company any longer.
Please accept my heart felt condolences.
April 30, 2018
Carol and Ian
Words can not express how sad we were to hear about Johns passing. We had such good times together and we will cherish those memories forever.
As you journey through this season of your lives may know that we are praying for strenth and our thoughts and love are with you during this difficult time.
Love Candice & Michael Gatchek
Laura Brasidio
April 30, 2018
Carol and Ian,
I am so saddened to hear of Johns passing. I have such great memories of such fun times together. He was one of the kindest good hearted people I have known. May you all have courage and strength in the coming days.
With Love Laura Johns brasidio
Ed & Paula Beckwith
April 30, 2018
Carol & Ian, we are all so sorry for your loss, John was an awesome guy & will always be remembered ❤ Love Paula, Ed, Bryon & Sarah
Joan Gaynor
April 30, 2018
Carol and family - I am so sorry for your loss. I remember seeing John at the High School during football games when my oldest was in the band. He was always there helping. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Ian.
Bill Simons
April 30, 2018
Carol & Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I don't know anyone who did not like John. He will be sorely missed by his friends from The Class of 1965.
Bill Simons
Kathy Sleeper
April 29, 2018
Carol and family, was saddened to read of John's passing. He will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers to you and the family.
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