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1987
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2020
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Kristofer Getty Obituary
He was a gifted athlete who excelled in baseball, golf and any other sport he pursued. Kristofer attended the University of Tampa where he obtained his bachelor's degree in business in 2009. He spent his entire work career helping his dad run the family business at Getty Granite Company in Salem. Kris had a gentle soul and a big heart that touched the lives of so many. His smile and love for life were infectious and made the world a better place. He will never be forgotten. He will be forever loved and remembered by his father, Lawrence, and stepmother, Mary Ellen Getty of Salem; his mother, Greta and stepfather, Stuart Echard; his brother, Joshua Getty of Salem; and his sister, Victoria and her husband, Michael Sullivan of Salem; his nieces, Hannah and Hunter Sullivan; grandparents, Bernard and Elizabeth Getty; and numerous extended family members and cherished friends. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Axel and Ingerlise Randlov.
Calling hours will be held from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, at the Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home, 167 Old Hartford Road, Colchester. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. the next morning Thursday, Feb. 20, directly at the funeral home. Burial will follow in the Salem Green Cemetery. For online condolences, please visit, www.auroramccarthyfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kristofer Getty
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Cheryl
January 30, 2024
I didn't know Kristofer. But many years ago, in Colchester, CT, I was good friends with his mother Greta. So I was sorry to learn this news, and wish the family all the best.
john chapel
February 21, 2020
Sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
Kathy Irr
February 19, 2020
Dear Getty Family,
Our hearts break for you. Our boys love your boys like brothers. We'll keep the heartwarming memories close.
With love to you all,
Kathy and Frank Irr
ANDREW BIALOBRODEC
February 17, 2020
Dear Getty Family
Kristofer was such a warm and friendly person.
We knew and appreciated him for many years
Our deepest condolences
Subway of Salem
danny morgan
February 17, 2020
Larry my brother time passes but memories always remain. May Kris always remain strong in your memory. Peace friend.
Mary Gernhard
February 17, 2020
Dear Greta and the entire Getty Family;
Words fail to express my heartfelt sadness with your loss of Kristofer. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. My heart goes out to you and your whole family.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Mary Gernhard & Family
Tammie Turner
February 16, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son Kris
I only knew him for only a brief time but it didnt take long for me to become very fond of Kris he was extremely sweet and kind to me
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Feb
19
Calling hours
4:00 p.m.
Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home, Inc. - Colchester167 Old Hartford Road, Colchester, CT 06415
Feb
20
Funeral service
10:00 a.m.
Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home, Inc. - Colchester167 Old Hartford Road, Colchester, CT 06415
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