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Harriet A. Chenette

Published: February 21, 2011 6 Condolences

In Memorial

1929-2011 

Putnam, CT – Harriet A. (Fifield) Chenette, 81, of Sabin St., formerly of Pineville Rd. in Ballouville, died peacefully Saturday, February 19, 2011 surrounded by her loving family.  She was the loving wife of Arthur O. Chenette.  Born on November 28, 1929 in East Thompson, CT, Harriet, a twin, was one of seventeen children born to Harry and Lydia (Benson) Fifield.  The Fifield’s were well known for their six sets of twins, a  world record displayed at the 1939 New York World’s Fair. 

Mrs. Chenette was a lens inspector for American Optical Company for 20 years, retiring in 1992.  She then volunteered for T.C.C.A. for 13 years at Westview Healthcare Center.   Harriet was a member of the East Killingly Grange and the Happy Singers.  She enjoyed playing cards, especially Double Pinochle, and doing word puzzles.  She loved to sing, listen to music, and engage in conversation. Her family and friends were the most important part of her life.  She will always be remembered for her eternally optimistic personality and the smile on her face. 

In addition to her husband, Harriet is survived by seven children: Elaine Trudo of Thompson, Gary Chenette of Crestview, FL, Bernard Chenette of Danielson, Larry Chenette of Putnam, Karen Chenette of Swanzey, NH, Diana Haggerty of Killingly, and Kevin Chenette of Sterling. Six siblings: Margaret Wetherbee of Thompson, Elizabeth Desrosiers of Port Charlotte, FL, Paul Fifield of Manchester, NH, Franklin Fifield of Homosassa, FL, Eleanor Pepin of Putnam, and Kendall Fifield of Central Village. Twenty-one grandchildren, many great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She was predeceased by: two sons, Alan and an infant son Benjamin; a twin sister, Helen Fontaine, and siblings, Della Lewis, Claire Takessian, Charlotte LaPalme, Harry Fifield and David Fifield. 

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Harriet’s family on Wednesday, February 23, 2011 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam.  A funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 24, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Congregational Church, 175 Main St., Putnam. A reception will follow. Burial will take place in the spring.  Memorial donations may be made to the American Lung Association.  For memorial guestbook, visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.

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Filed Under: Obituaries Tagged With: American Lung Association, American Optical, Ballouville, Congregational Church of Putnam, Double Pinochle, East Killingly, East Killingly Grange, Gilman & Valade, Gilman Funeral Home, Happy Singers, Harriet A. Chenette, New York World’s Fair, North Grosvenordale, Putnam, T.C.C.A., Thompson, Westview Healthcare Center

Condolence Messages

  1. Kathy Chenette

    February 21, 2011 at 2:50 pm

    Harriet, may you go to heaven and be with the angels above in peace. you will be forever missed, and you will live on in spirit and in our hearts forever. My sincere condolences to the entire Chenette family.

  2. Eleanor (Currier) Cloud

    February 21, 2011 at 5:17 pm

    Arthur,
    My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most sorrowful fime.
    Eleanor (Currier) Cloud

  3. Linda Sadowski

    February 21, 2011 at 6:27 pm

    Berrie my sympathy goes out to you Joyce and your family on the death of your mother

  4. Eileen and Dana Green

    February 22, 2011 at 9:57 pm

    I am so saddened to hear of Aunt Harriet’s passing. Please know that our sympathy goes out to the entire family. Losing a mother is heartbreaking at any age. May God bless you all.

    Your cousin,
    Eileen

  5. Dorothy Benson Hetherington

    February 26, 2011 at 4:25 pm

    Sorry to hear of Harriet;s death. She was a great friend and cousin. Dorothy

  6. Dorothy Benson Hetherington

    February 26, 2011 at 4:45 pm

    So sorry to hear of the death of Harriet, Cousin Dorothy

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