1956 – 2014
N. Grosvenordale – Donald E. Deary, 57, of Stawicki Rd., passed quietly and peacefully after a long courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, March 8, 2014. Born in Webster, MA, he was the son of the late Edward and Shirley (Mason) Deary.
Donald leaves behind the love of his life Nancy Kenyon of Thompson; his children, Erica Deary of Worcester, Derek Deary of Thompson; stepchildren, Wendy Durand and her husband Daniel of Woodstock, Lisa Pesce and her husband Crispin of West Hartford; brother, Paul Deary and his wife Eileen of Thompson; sister, Beth Pelletier of Hope Valley, RI; five grandchildren, Damian, Rachel, Emma, Ella and Abigail who were the pride and joy of his life; niece, Chelsea and nephews, Josh and Niles Deary; godfather, William Deary of Worcester, MA; aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
Donald worked as a HVAC Technician at Day Kimball Hospital. He was a member of the Thompson Knights of Columbus, Thompson Lions and Valley Springs Sportsman’s Club. He enjoyed all Boston sports, Nascar, riding his Harley, vacationing and spending time with his friends and family. He played in many softball and hockey leagues.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Donald’s family from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, on Friday, March 14, 2014 in the Valade Funeral Home, 23 Main St. N.Grosvenordale, CT. A gathering will begin at 9:00 am on Saturday, March 15, 2014 in the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am in St. Joseph Church, 18 Main St., N. Grosvenordale. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Day Kimball Healthcare Cruisin’ for Cancer Care, P.O. Box 632, Putnam, CT06260, a cause he was very committed to. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
robyn latici fulford-brown
rest in peace sweet Donny!
Diane Lefler
So sorry for those Don left behind. At least his suffering is over. Will never forget his smile and twinkling eyes. He was a joy to be around. He was also a great soccer coach. We, as parents, really appreciated his style and classiness on and off the field. He will be missed.
Pat Boutin
My sympathies to the entire family for the loss of Don. He was taken much too young. I will always remember his great smile and laughter. Now he is finally at peace and reunited with his parents.
Love, Pat
Tami labelle
Nancy, derek , erica & family
So sorry to hear that don passed, thinking of you at this time. He will be missed much.
Love tami
Cindy Leander
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Renee Miller
To Nancy, and all of Don’s immediate family, extended family and friends:
My deepest condolences to everyone. I will always remember Don for his fun-loving spirit, his infectious smile and a great guy just to be around. A man who will truly be missed, but never forgotten.
Rest now and be at peace for he will be with you all forever in your hearts.
Deepest sympathy from me and my entire family to you all,
Renee Miller
Ginny Flood DuBois
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Donald from our high school years. You are in my prayers. May you take comfort knowing that he was loved by many.
Ginny
Jan Perry
Nancy and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Don will be missed. he was a great person and a good friend. if there is anything that you need, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Dana Faucher
Deb and I wish to offer our sympathies and deepest condolences on the loss of Donny. The world will be a lesser place without him.
Katy Bousquet
Dear Nancy and family….My sincere sympathy for your loss. I did not know Don, but he must have been a very special man to have had you in his life.
Sincerely,
Katy Bousquet
Michelle (Blanchette) Wilson
Beth,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your brother Donald..I have many fond memories of him throughout our friendship in our high school years..My thoughts and prayers are with You and your entire family at this difficult time.
Adolph (Randy) Halbach, Jr.
My condolences to the family. He was a nice guy. The world could use a few more (actually a lot more) people like Don.
Jenn Cafasso
To Erica and the Deary family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I was thinking of the Uconn trips home and your dad jamming out to “If I had a million dollars” I’m pretty sure he knew all the words and it was fun to see the two of you together. I wish there was something I could say or do to ease your pain right now, but all I can offer is a hug and ear if you need it-when you need it. I’m keeping all of you in my thoughts.
Rick Hayden
Paul and the Deary family
Sorry to here the passing of your brother, I keep you in my prayers.
Rick Hayden
Robbin Sidebottom
Thinking of all of you tonight,And so very sorry.He was a great neighbor that was always there if we needed him.Ill never forget him.And that is a great picture,That’s how I want to remember him,Loud country musiic, his truck, mowing the lawn,stopping to say hi to my dog.,watching my house while on vacation,and coorsi light.Rip my neighbor-friend.we will miss you!
Angie Mungham-Milestone
To all of Dons family, I am so sorry to read of Dons passing. I worked with him many years ago : he was always a fun & caring person to be around- he always had a twinkle in his eyes and a smile upon his lips. So sorry for your loss.
Deb Thomas
I loved his happy happy spirit from our TMHS days! With deepest condolences to Nancy and your Family xoxodeb