Robert J. Wiecenski's Obituary
Robert James Wiecenski, 79, of Willington, CT passed away on Sunday, August 14 at home with his family by his side. Robert was born in Stafford Springs, CT on March 12, 1943, son of the late Joseph and Josephine (Dudek) Wiecenski. Robert joined the United States Air Force after graduating from Stafford High School in 1962 and served during the Vietnam War. He was stationed in Alaska where he rode out the 1964 earthquake. He ended his tour serving overseas in Vietnam. After returning from the service in 1966, Robert married his loving wife Mary (Kozelka) in May of 1967. He worked as a steamfitter plumber for the University of Connecticut. He retired after 32 years as the shop foreman. Robert was a hard worker and was always helping others. He loved stamp and coin collecting, planting his vegetable garden, fishing and most of all taking care of his family. He was a member and Quartermaster of the Corporal Henry Toberman VFW Post 938. He served as a member of the Willington Board of Finance and was an active member of the Willington Seniors. Robert was a lifetime member of Willington Fire Dept. Inc. No. 1, serving 55 years and acted as Treasurer for 29 years.
Robert was a loving husband and father to his wife Mary, son Derrick (Erika) and daughter Julie, and proud grandfather to his beloved grandsons Jacob and Kyle. He was predeceased by his parents and brother, Frank Wiecenski. He is also survived by his Aunt Barbara Grant, nephew Frank Trafton, and many cousins.
His funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 10 A.M. at Introvigne Funeral Home, Inc., 51 East Main St., Stafford Springs, CT. Burial with Military Honors will follow the service at St. Edward Cemetery, Stafford Springs, CT. Calling hours will be held on Friday, August 26, 2022 from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Willington Fire Dept Inc. No. 1 Ambulance Fund, P.O. Box 161, Willington, CT 06279. To leave a message of sympathy for his family, or for directions, please visit: www.introvignefuneralhome.com
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