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Walter Fisette Obituary

Walter J. Fisette, 90, of Manchester, beloved husband of the late Irene (Benson) Fisette, passed away on February 8, 2025. Born in Millbury, MA, he was the son of Arthur and Beatrice (Bourassa) Fisette. Walter was a retired member of the Navy and an engineer with Pratt and Whitney, and after his retirement and Irene's passing, took over ownership of The Craftsmen's Gallery, an antique shop, in downtown Manchester. He was a long-time communicant and deeply involved member of Church of the Assumption. He leaves behind his grandson Kyle Norman and his wife Jessica Calvo of Columbia, CT; and several members of the Fisette family, scattered across the country; along with his friend Karen Moore of Manchester who helped him run his store, and has since taken ownership. Calling hours will be held on Friday, February 21, from 4-7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday the 22nd at 10 a.m. at Church of the Assumption, 27 Adams Street S. in Manchester, followed by burial at East Cemetery. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Walter, please visit our floral store.

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Published by WFSB on Feb. 11, 2025.

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Sandra Gardner

February 19, 2025

Who is a great painter I always loved his ocean ocean scenery. You can always find his sea flying other words when I see a bird flying. I know it´s him watching over his family.

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Calling hours

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

John F Tierney Funeral Home

219 West Center Street, Manchester, CT 06040

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Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Church of the Assumption

27 Adams Street South, Manchester, CT 06040

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Burial

11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

East Cemetery

220 E. Center Street, Manchester, CT 06040

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