1930 – 2012
Brooklyn – Samuel J. Litke Sr., 82, of Brickyard Road, died Sunday, July 8, 2012, in Regency Heights Nursing Home. He was the loving husband for 57 years of Mildred (Hrabos) Litke. Born in Brooklyn, he was the son of the late Walter and Emilie (Balkoski) Litke.
Mr. Litke owned and operated the Dayville Package Store. He also worked as a carpenter for Union #’s 623, 825, 30, and 24. Samuel graduated Killingly High School in 1949 and then graduated from Putnam Technical School. He served during the Korean Conflict in the 307th strategic air command. Mr. Litke enjoyed gardening, planting trees and loved to travel. He was a member of Killingly Brooklyn Memorial VFW Post 2650 and was the Troop Leader of Brooklyn Troop 44.
Samuel is survived by his sons, Samuel Litke, Jr. and his wife Michelle of Salem, OR, Timothy Litke and his wife Trenace of Danielson, and Daniel Litke and wife Cindy of Brooklyn; his brother, Walter Litke of Woodstock; his sisters, Ruth Chandler of Danielson, Ester Gallup of Heath, MA, and Hannah McNally of Brooklyn; five grandchildren Nathan, Emily, Allison, Sarah and Brad; and two great grandchildren Cohen and Talon. In addition to his wife, Samuel is predeceased by his sister Sarah Harkness.
At Samuel’s request, funeral arrangements are private. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Gilman Funeral Home. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
Clinton and Ruthie
Hello Dan , ole buddy – Our thoughts are with you and family regards Ruthie and Clinton
Norman and Carol(formerly Dumont) Cady
Our deepest sympathy to Millie and the family. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all. I know what you went through because both of our mothers passed away with the same disease. Sam was a very kind and understanding individual. May you always remember the good times and hold them close to your hearts.
Michelle Shannon
Dear Mrs. Litke, Sam, Tim and Danny,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Robert Trahan
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Bob & Deb Trahan
Theresa (Gingras) Viens
Mildred, I remember Sam as a sweet, gentle soul. I’m sorry for your loss. May your good memories of Sam give you strength in the time ahead. Theresa
Paul R. Desautels
As a City Beverage Sales Rep for almost 15 years, I remember Sam as a person with a good sense of humor and someone who always showed respect to sales reps. Not all owners did this and Sam stood out as someone with strong work ethic, respect for all, strong family and a smile to greet you. He was one of the customers I most respected and liked. I was sorry to read of his passing. Keep his smile in your hearts and he will always be with you. God bless you Sam.
Anne Daly
Millie,
I am so sorry to hear that Sam has passed away. I gasped out loud when i saw it just now on line in the Bulletin. I wish i was there to give you a hug. I am so sad for you
Love Anne
Colette and Mika Orszulak
Millie, Sam, Tim and Danny,
Now that the services are over I’m sure you are starting to feel the enormity of your loss. This is when I found it the hardest. My thoughts are with you during this time. I wanted to again to extend my condolences as you continue to grieve the loss of your husband and dad.
johnjezerski
Dear Mildreed, I,m sorry about your loss God bleass you
johnjezerski
dear mildred+
sorry about your loss and God bless you.
Frank Phillips Jr.
All,
Please forgive the lateness of my condolences; I have lost touch with almost everyone from my time growing up in Brooklyn and names pop into my head at odd times.
I am very sorry to hear that Mr. Litke passed; he was a very kind Scout leader and I learned a lot from him.
As I age, I face the realities of people from my past passing away without my having kept in touch and I feel the remorse of not having done so. My apologies and I pray that all is well now.
Frank Phillips Jr.