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Willie Pemberton Obituary
He was born March 23, 1931, the son of the late Rev. John Henry Pemberton and Anna (Wolfe) Pemberton.
He married Kathleen (Burch) on May 29, 1994, in New London.
He had worked for Arwood Corp., in Groton for 27 years and then worked at Laidlaw Bus Co., as a driver.
He was a member of the Full Gospel Church in Old Saybrook and was a member of the New London Masons. He enjoyed fishing and traveling to North Carolina.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughters, Barbara Hughes of New Jersey, Brenda Stone and husband, Bryant, Jean Smith, Judy Bell and husband, Jervis, all of Norwich; sons, Steve Pemberton and wife, Patricia of Norwich, Alan Pemberton of Norwich, and Warren Pemberton of Atlanta, Ga.; stepdaughters, Debbie Carbee, Melissa Madore, Jenny Hary, Linda Horton; stepsons, Robert Burch, James Burch, David Goss, and Michael Goss; sister, Rachel Pauline Tate of North Carolina; brother, James Pemberton of New London; and by a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his son, Willie Donnell Pemberton Jr.
A funeral service will be held at 12 noon on Thursday, June 12, at the Church and Allen Funeral Home in Norwich. Calling hours will be held two hours prior from 10 to 12. Burial will follow in Cedar Grove Cemetery, New London.
The Church and Allen Funeral Home, 136 Sachem St., Norwich, is entrusted with arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Willie Pemberton
Warren Pemberton
July 1, 2008
Thanks for giving me a crazy sense of humor. Thanks for showing me Motown. Thanks for staying up late making me watch Clint Eastwood movies with you. And thanks for all the times we sat around talking at restaurants, when Mom was sick. I'm glad our father-son relationship was strong. I will miss our fishing trips. But most of all, I will miss you, Dad.
danyell Williams (gregor)
June 30, 2008
Wow!!! Uncle Red I cant believe that your gone!!!! When I got that phone call i said to my sellf who is gonna remind me of the trip the jersey we had!!! I miss you so much!!! Ive have so many fun and greatful memories with you!!! You was a great loving and caring person!!! Aunt katie i am so sorry!!!! I miss you love you so much!!!!!
Idette & Danny Thompson
June 14, 2008
Judy, Brenda, Jeannie, Ms. Liz and Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May the memories you have comfort you in the days ahead.
Aiden Alexander Levon Topping
June 13, 2008
I'm sorry I never got to know you.
May we meet in heaven.
Cheryl Martin
June 13, 2008
To the Pemberton Family: You are all in prayers. Just know that Uncle Red is in a better place watching over all of us. I will always remember the Shaw Street days.
Alexis Sienkowski
June 12, 2008
I will really miss you. I will always love you. Your grand-daughter, Alexis.
Alexis Sienkowski
June 12, 2008
Papa i will miss you dearly. It wont be the same with out you. i will miss your laugh alot. I love you, Your grand-daughter Alexis.
Sadie Holden and Family
June 11, 2008
We are sorry to hear of your loss and want to express our heartfelt sympathy. May it comfort you to know that like so many of your family members and friends, we care and are thinking of you at this time.
David and Cheryl Goss
June 11, 2008
Our heartfelt sympathy in Willie's passing. Although we didn't spend much time together, in the time we did,the unspoken love between you two filled the room. If you need anything, please call. Love Cheryl and David
thomas & caroline pemberton
June 10, 2008
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,only God.Love leaves a memory no one can steal. Will be missed. Thomas & Caroline Pemberton
Arthur & Linda Horton
June 10, 2008
Gone but never forgotten. We will always remember the good times and all the wonderful vacations.
larry pemberton
June 10, 2008
The greater the love, the greater the loss,with are deepest sympathy. Larry & Janice pemberton
swindell pemberton
June 10, 2008
"Talked to God this morning,and asked him to give you peace and hope and strength in your time of loss and sadness,with deepest sympathy,with all are love. swindell & juanita pemberton
Bruce Martin, Jr
June 9, 2008
To the Pemberton Family:
I am sorry for your loss. I am praying for you all.
From: Little Bruce - Betty Jean's son
Jennifer Wagner
June 9, 2008
So sorry to hear about Willy's passing...we at the Bus Company in Groton send our deepest condolenses.
I myself, very much enjoyed his spirit... he always made me laugh, he will be missed.
Talia Eaves
June 9, 2008
To Judy Bell and family, my family and I would like to send you our deepest sympathy for your loss. God bless you and your family in your time of sorrow.
Tate Family
June 9, 2008
With Deepest Sympathy. We will all miss you Uncle Red. All the memories of you will live on forever.
"Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow"
I know this is a difficult moment for all that loves and knew Uncle Red. Aunt Kathy and all the rest of the family we are here for you all.
Michelle Sottile-Hoyt
June 9, 2008
Missy, Kathy, Nina, Debbie and Families. My heart and sympathy goes out to all of you during this saddened time. Remember the good times and the special moments, they will carry you through.
Cathy Gadue
June 9, 2008
To Kathy and Family I send my deepest sympathy and heartfelt sorrows. Willie will always be remembered as a kind hearted man.May God bless and keep you in his heart.My prayers are with your family.
A.F. Cathy Gadue
Lori Taylor
June 9, 2008
To the Pemberton family,
On behalf of my whole family, The Kriegers, I send my deepest condolences to you all. There are a lot of connections with our families, as my dad had most of you as students at Kelly Jr. High. To Brenda and Jeannie, I personally want to tell you both how sorry I am for the loss of your dad. I can't imagine what sorrow that brings.My heart and prayers are with you both, and for the rest of your family as well. I am still in Jacksonville, FL, and still married to big Billy. We just celebrated 9 years of marriage a few weeks ago. I may be coming to the reunion, I am not sure at this point, but if I do, I hope to see you both there.
Fondly,
Lori (Krieger) Taylor
Robin & Leonard
June 9, 2008
You will be missed by all and will be remembered by many now my you take the rest you well deserve. God will carry you the rest of the way.
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