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William Briggs Obituary
Bill was born in Willimantic, Oct. 24, 1930, son of the late James and Agnes (Coughlin) Briggs. He attended Norwich Free Academy where he met Jeanette E. Grillo. They were married on Jan. 28, 1950; she predeceased him on July 11, 1993. On Aug. 26, 1994, Bill married the former Dorothy Wilczek in Christ Church in Norwich. She survives him.
Bill joined the U.S. Navy in January 1948, and served as an electronic specialist for 20 years, retiring in January 1968. He went on to own various businesses throughout his life, including Electronic Service in Uncasville, JRB T.V. in Lisbon, and Bill's TV in Oakdale. He also worked for Cuisinart in Norwich in the 1980's.
Bill resided on Cherry Lane in Montville for many years while raising his family, before moving to his present residence on Occum Lane in Uncasville with Dorothy. He was on many bowling and golfing leagues throughout his life, and was a life member of the Montville Polish Club and a member of the VFW.
In addition to his wife Dorothy, Bill is survived by his children and their spouses, Jim and Diana Briggs of Westville, N.J., Bill Briggs and Amaryllis Talavera-Briggs, M.D. of East Lyme, Joe and Marie Briggs of Oakdale, John D. Briggs Sr. of Norwich, Cathy and Tom Samokar of Plainfield, Bob Briggs and John Duval of New London, David and Lorrel Wilczek of Taftville, Lisa and George Carr of Norwich; son-in-law, Dennis Levander of Norwich; 25 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and first wife, Jeanette, he is predeceased by his sister Mary A. Briggs; two brothers, James R. Briggs and Robert E. Briggs; and stepdaughter Gail Levander.
Calling hours will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 30, at the Woyasz & Son Funeral Home, 11 Jerome Road, Uncasville. The funeral will assemble at 9:30 a.m. on Friday followed by a Funeral Mass at Christ Episcopal Church in Norwich. Burial, with full military honors, will follow in Maplewood Cemetery in Norwich.
Donations in his memory may be made to Center for Hospice Care, 227 Dunham St, Norwich, CT 06360.
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December 19, 2017
I think of you everyday. Miss you and love you. I was blessed to have you in my life. Thank you for being someone I could rely on and for every lesson you taught me.
Joshua Wilczek
December 5, 2017
I love u grandpah you will be missed I'm sorry grandmah for your loss and he will be in are hearts and minds love u so much
November 30, 2017
Cathy please accept my sympathy for the loss of your father. May the Holy Spirit bless him and your family at this time. God bless, Diane Ebberup
November 30, 2017
With Deepest Sympathy to the Family,
The Officers and Members of the 4th District Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary.
Maggie
November 30, 2017
To the Briggs family I am sorry for your loss. Remember the good times you had , he is resting in peace. Sending prayer to all for your strength to get through the hard times.
David Larson
November 30, 2017
My deepest sympathies to the Briggs family. May your happiest memories help soothe you during this sad time!
Angels Above
Priscilla Lamons
November 29, 2017
To Cathy and Family: I wholeheartedly feel your pain and want to say I'm sorry for your loss. If there is anything I can do for you in this time of need, please know that I am here and willing.
Stephen Alduk
November 29, 2017
May your Family give you the comfort you need from each other Bob... to make it through this difficult time in your life. All my best to you as you brake through the sadness and are able to Celebrate his Beautiul long Life, my ole Friend !!
Sheila O'Keeffe
November 29, 2017
Dot and family. I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing, he was a kind neighbor, always smiling. God Bless you all and give you peace.
Brenda Kopko
November 29, 2017
Grandma Briggs and Family,
We send You our deepest compassion upon Bill's/Grandpa Brigg's passing. He was a wonderful, kind man and a great conversationalist rich in experience and the joy of life. May the Hope of Faith give You comfort during this trying time. Much love, Brenda, Ela and Easton
Yvette Grabowski
November 29, 2017
Dot and family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. May the memories you have of him keep him forever in your hearts
Margi Winters
November 28, 2017
Thinking of all of you. I will always remember this great man. He was gentle, kind, and always smiling. He will be missed.
November 28, 2017
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