Rowe Funeral Home
283 Torrington Road
Litchfield, Connecticut 06759
860-567-8708
Obituary Notice
Michele (Prindle) Eykelhoff
Michele (Prindle) Eykelhoff (46), of Litchfield, a deeply loved daughter, wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend, died on August 21, 2010 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
She leaves behind her beloved husband, Thomas; three daughters, Charissa, Mariah, and Anna; a son, Thomas; two sisters, Wendy Prindle of Stratham, NH.; Deborah Hanlon of Stanfordville, NY.; her parents, Brent and Barbara Prindle of Sharon, CT; four nieces; one nephew, and many other family members that loved her deeply.
Michele had great passion for her family, photography, and community service. She loved living and serving in the town of Litchfield. Her greatest gift to all was her never-ending optimism, tenacity, and volunteerism.
Michele was a lifetime member of the Girl Scouts (troop leader, fundraiser), member of the Taghhannuck Grange #100, Legal Secretary Association President, Litchfield Historical Society Clerk, Borough of Litchfield Burgess, Sharon Registrar of Voters, and she worked for the Litchfield County State’s Attorney office in Litchfield for over twenty years.
Calling Hours: 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm; Friday, August 27, 2010
The Rowe Funeral Home,
283 Torrington Rd. (Rte 202)
Litchfield, CT 06759
860-567-8708
http://www.rowefuneralhomesct.com
The family also invites you to join us in a celebration of her life at the Bantam Firehouse immediately after calling hours (7:00 pm to 10:00 pm).
92 Doyle Road
Bantam, CT 06750
(860) 567-5198
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Michele Eykelhoff Trust at:
Litchfield Bancorp
294 West Street
Litchfield, CT 06759-3404
(860) 567-9401
Rowe Funeral Home
283 Torrington Road
Litchfield, Connecticut 06759
860-567-8708
Obituary Notice
Edith-Lewis Canning (Edie)
October 30, 1942 – August 11, 2010
BANTAM Edie died in her sleep due to complications from diabetes.
She is survived by her son Kyle Lewis Canning, two sisters, Amelia C. Joynes and Martha Canning Ryan, and one brother, Miles Canning. All her dozens of nieces and nephews and their kids will miss her also.
She was born and raised in Fairfield, and spent most of her summers at Camp Mohawk in Litchfield. After being graduated from Mt. Holyoke College in 1964, she had a distinguished career as a special education teacher in Naugatuck and Waterbury. She was passionate about kids, bird-watching, reading, music and nature. Everyone who knew her learned from her.
A memorial service has already been held at the Hemlock Hills campground, commemorating her extraordinary life. Please send condolences to her son, Kyle Lewis Canning, P.O. Box 862, Torrington, CT 06790. Arrangements made through Rowe Funeral Home, 283 Torrington Rd., Litchfield, CT 06759.
Rowe Funeral Home
283 Torrington Road
Litchfield, Connecticut 06759
860-567-8708
Obituary Notice
Andrew J. Pike
Litchfield, CT
Andrew Jonathon Pike, beloved son of Renee Betar and Wilbur Pike of Litchfield, CT, and brother of Cory Pike of Salt Lake City, died in an accident near his home on June 27. A master tradesman, Andrew was founder and proprietor of Pike Finishing Company and had become well-known for his work in Litchfield County during the past two decades. His craftsmanship extended from wood-working artistry to large-scale building and home improvement. He brought a fine touch to everything he did.
Born in Torrington, CT on June 6, 1971 and raised in Litchfield, Andrew graduated from Litchfield High School and received a BA in Economics from Hartwick College in 1993 where he was a member of Alpha Sigma Phi fraternity. He was a talented drummer, an accomplished swimmer, a Wally ball enthusiast, and from a young age, a spirited entrepreneur. His love of life and learning resulted in a range of accomplishments from building a house to carrying on the tradition of cooking his family’s Syrian recipes. He had a passion for horticulture and gardening and was at his best caring for others.
Andrew is survived by his loving parents, sister, and brother-in-law, Mark Goddard, his niece and nephew Eve and Glen Goddard; his grandparents, Ann and John Betar of Fairfield, CT; and his devoted partner, Susie Bertaccini of Litchfield. He is also fondly remembered by his stepmother, Lois Pike, and stepsisters, Alayne Washburn and Amy Anderson; and his aunts, uncles, and many cousins. To family and friends, Andrew was a special blend of generosity, know-how, and gentle, genuine goodness.
Funeral services will be held at
The Rowe Funeral Home,
283 Torrington Rd. (Rte 202)
Litchfield, CT 06759
860 567 8708
www.rowefuneralhomesct.com
Friday: July 2, 2010
4:30 – 7:00 Calling Hours
7:00 – 8:00 Eastern Orthodox Memorial Service (at the funeral home, all welcome)
Private Family Burial on Saturday, July 3.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to:
The Andrew Pike Memorial Fund
at The Community Fund of Northwest CT
32 City Hall Ave.
P.O. Box 1144
Torrington, CT 06790
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