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John McDermott Obituary

Groton - John E. McDermott, 55, of Poquonnock Road, Groton, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 5, 2013, just 11 days after his beloved sister, Patricia McDermott Arnett.

He was born July 17, 1959. Johnny was employed at Wendy's Hamburger Restaurant in Groton for many years. Johnny was an extremely hard worker and a very compassionate person. He found the good in everybody, befriending anybody he talked to. Boy, did John love to talk.

John is preceded in death by his parents, Caroline and Richard Kelly; and his sister, Patti Arnett.

He leaves behind four sisters; and six brothers; along with many nieces and nephews, who will miss him immensely.

There will be no services at this time.

Byles-MacDougall Funeral Home is charge of arrangements.

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

Published by The Day on Jul. 12, 2013.

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Robert Chapman

July 13, 2013

John I didnt know you or any of your family but I know we would have been friends... rip brother. .. my condolences to the family...

Dina Frant

July 13, 2013

John we will miss you.myself and Charles my husband enjoyed working with you at Wendys.I always loved having long conversations with you. you will always be in our minds and heart.

angie convey michaud

July 12, 2013

John you will always be missed I enjoyed talking to you in wendy's

July 12, 2013

John you will always be missed I enjoyed talking to you in wendys

Bonnie Balbuena

July 12, 2013

John you are missed a lot by all your Wendy's family. the opens are way to quiet now.

lori skidgel

July 12, 2013

John we all miss you so much 15 years is w longtime

joe McDermott

July 12, 2013

John you're the best brother I'm so glad we were so close no one else can relies the time and the experiences we had traveling such good an bad times but we were better for it may god be watching over you sun glass man card board box omg lol I'm. Crying and laughing dam I miss you god bless you take care of patty I know you will kiss mom &dad for me see you when I see you dam it love your little brother joe

lelia dyer

July 12, 2013

johnny you were always a good hearted fellow and always had a fantastic!!personality i will never forget you i was always amazed at your artistic personality.now you have the chance to show the angels your art in the skys love always your big sister lee

Michele Waterman

July 12, 2013

John.... I enjoyed pouring you coffee on Sundays, 4 creams and 4 sugars, You were such a nice man and we will really miss you at Bufords. Rest in Peace and deepest Sympathies from the Bufords team! Margaret,Annie.Daisy,Michele and John

James & Maria Ventura

July 12, 2013

To Family.. John was truly a wonderful person. Always enjoy seeing & talking w/him. Our condolences.

kelli McDermott

July 12, 2013

John,you are missed and loved,keep smiling as you watch over the family and may you forever R.I.P

Linda Fox

July 12, 2013

As the candle of a flame burns so does the pain in our hearts, We ll miss you brother John

July 12, 2013

As the candlelight flames so does the pain in our hearts

July 12, 2013

Johnny you will be missed by everyone you touched,especially your family.We love you

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