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Priscilla Woodstock Obituary
Priscilla was born Dec. 19, 1942, in New London, to the late Charles A. and Olive (Darling) Swift. She graduated from New London High School in 1961.
She married Charles A. Woodstock on Aug. 8, 1964, at St. Joseph's Church in New London.
She was employed by Savings Bank of New London, Sears Roebuck, True Value, and most recently, she worked as a special education assistant at Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School. Priscilla loved traveling, knitting, word puzzles and games shows, but most of all, she enjoyed being surrounded by her family.
She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Charles; her daughter, Carol Woodstock, her son and daughter-in-law, Charles and Amy Woodstock, her daughter and son-in-law, Ann Marie and Shawn Michaels, and her son, Michael Woodstock; her brother and his wife, William and Valerie Swift and her half brother, George Swift. She also leaves her ten grandchildren, Heather and Ryan Michaels, Stephanie, Bryan, and Joshua Fillion, Jennifer, Robert, and Allison Woodstock, Amber Woodstock, Kaitlyn Woodstock; and many nieces and nephews.
Priscilla was predeceased by two daughters,Virginia Ann Woodstock and Donna Lynn Fillion and by two half brothers, Charles and Peter Swift.
She was a member of Quaker Hill Baptist Church.
The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 17, 2009, at Quaker Hill Baptist Church, 144 Old Norwich Road, Quaker Hill. Calling hours will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 16, at Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home, 12 Ocean Ave., New London.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Southeastern Connecticut, 227 Dunham St., Norwich CT 06360.
Please visit www.neilanfuneralhome.com for directions or to send an online condolence message.
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Memories and Condolences
for Priscilla Woodstock
Debbie Kostka
September 6, 2009
My deepest sympathy to you all.
My sister, Jayne Woods sent this to me via e-mail today and was sad to hear the passing of Priscilla. She was a lovely Christian woman and we'll all miss her dearly.
Jayne Woods
September 6, 2009
I was shocked when I received the letter from Barbara Thompson with Prscilla's obitrary in it. Her mother and my mother were cousins and I spent every summer on vacation at the Swift home. Also lots of reunions were held at their home and the home of my parents in Uxbridge, Mass. Priscilla was too young to have to leave her family and friends but we know she is a lot better off now. No one needs the pain and suffering that goes along with that horrid cancer. I know I lost both of my parents to it. My sincere sympathy to her family and to her brother William.
Kathy (Turner) Austin
August 26, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the whole family. I always enjoyed seeing Priscilla at Harbor School and later at BDJMS. She was a wonderful person, mother, and grandmother. She will be sadly missed in New London. May all of you find comfort in your beautiful family memories.
J S
August 19, 2009
My sympathies toward her extensive family. I worked with Priscilla at BDJMS for the last several years. She went to the school early to answer the phones and take care of essential details that occur in a busy school. Anyone who called in sick on any given day would eventually hear Priscilla on the other end and dutifully pass the message to the appropriate person.
May her family take comfort in the years of wonderful family memories.
Kimberly Sanders
August 17, 2009
our deepest sympathy, she was a lovely lady. My family will always remember her smile and her patience as a special education aide at BDJMS. She will be missed. Are prayers are with you.
Diane Meyer
August 17, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Priscilla and I were good friends and distant cousins and spent many happy times together in the 60's. I have such good memories of our times together and am saddened to hear of her departure from this world but know she is in the presence of her Savior.
Micahel Philopena
August 17, 2009
Our deepest sympathy in your loss. Many happy memories of Priscilla over many years -may she rest in Peace.
Michael Philopena & George Shaner
irene foster
August 17, 2009
my deepest sympathy goes to the entire family. i work with carol and i know how much she is hurting. i pray that as the days go on, you will not think of her illness, but of the good memories you shared as a family.
ReGina Andrews
August 17, 2009
Mike,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
sandy &mark blackstone-antonellis
August 15, 2009
my deepest sympathy go to the entire family at time of your sorrow in the lose.
Priscilla was a great friend and was always there for you when you needed some one to talk or a shoudler to cry on. I will miss seeing her sitting in the choir at QHBC. she will alway have a specail place in my heart alway and forever.
gina debona
August 15, 2009
so sorrt for your loss. i knew you through the thompson family
Ruth DeCosta
August 15, 2009
Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family. We went to church at Quaker Hill with Priscilla.I used to enjoy hearing her melodious voice behind me in the choir. She will be deeply missed by all. Our love and prayers go out to you all.
Joanne (Ribner)Mounts
August 15, 2009
My deepest sympathy goes out to your entire family. I went to Harbor School with Priscilla, and also graduated with her, and we had some great times in school together.
Larry Land
August 15, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Madeleine Jarvis
August 15, 2009
I worked with Priscilla at the bank so many years ago. I am sad to hear of her passing. My sincerest sympathy to her husband, children, and the rest of her family. May she rest in peace.
August 15, 2009
Chuck & Family,
I was very sorry to hear of your wife's passing. I remember her as a very friendly, kind woman. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Valerie (Winthrop) Langworthy
Paul & Barbara Usewicz
August 15, 2009
Our condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gail (Davis) Moran
August 15, 2009
Carol,
My heart goes out to you and your family. I remember your mom from True Value. She was always so kind and so sweet. I know how much she truly treasured her family. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
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