John Henry Will, Jr., 84, died on October 4, 2013 at Glen Hill Care Center in Danbury after a brief illness. He was the husband of the late Constance Miller Will.
He was born April 26, 1929, in Danbury, the son of Margaret (Carroll) and John Will Sr. Mr. Will grew up in Danbury, graduating from Danbury High School in 1947. He then went to work, for a number of years as a salesman and sales manager with several local auto dealerships.
Mr. Will married Constance Miller on June 14, 1952. They lived in Bethel, and began their family there. They moved to Brookfield in 1955, where their third, fourth and fifth sons were born and raised.
He and his wife started The Tractor Barn in Brookfield in 1970, and ran it successfully for nine years. He entered the power equipment distribution field, while at the same time he and his wife co-owned The Dish House, also in Brookfield. He retired in 1996.
Mr. Will was politically involved in Brookfield for several years after his retirement. John was never one to pontificate what he did. He loved NASCAR, traveling, and his cats
He is survived by five children, John Will of Sandy Hook, CT, Kerry Will Morse of Yuma, AZ, Alan Will and David Will, both of Brookfield, CT and Peter Will of New Fairfield. His five grandchildren: Alan, Jr., Scott, Megan, Amy and Katherine. One great-grandchild: Jordan. Several nieces and nephews also survive. He was predeceased by his wife in 2007.
At the family's request, donations in Mr. Will's name may be made to Ability Beyond Disability, 4 Berkshire Boulevard, Bethel CT 06801. For further information go to www.thegreenfuneralhome.com.
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October 10, 2013
George & Barbara Hope
To the Will family,
Upon hearing of John's passing my first thought was now Connie and John are together again. They were a lovely and we enjoyed seeing them through the years. They were a strong, loving couple who made the most of life.
October 10, 2013
Carolyn Archer, Dir. Pastoral Services
On behalf of the staff at Solamor/LifeChoice Hospice may I extend our deepest sympathies to John's family. Our prayers are with you.
October 9, 2013
May you rest in peace John. Thank you so much for your service to Brookfield.
Ernie Nepomuceno
October 8, 2013
Francis Lollie
Dave,
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
October 8, 2013
Bill Tinsley
John was a true gentleman and a role model for many in our community. I enjoyed being with John and Connie on many occasions. May they rest in peace together.
October 8, 2013
Wayne Gravius
Dave,
Your father was a great person. Sorry for your loss.
Wayne
October 8, 2013
Carl and Marilyn Ferencek (Qubick)
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
October 8, 2013
Beth Koschel
I am sorry for your family's loss. Take comfort in knowing that your father was blessed with a full life. He had a lifetime with a wife, children and grandchildren that he loved and who loved him, as well as a wonderful sister and parents.
October 7, 2013
So sorry, John, Kerry, Allen, David and Peter. I remember when both John and Connie dropped by the 1973 Class of BHS reunion at Stony Hill Inn. It was the last time I saw them. I will always remember the Tractor Barn at the corner of 133 and Rte 7. RIP, Mr. Will.
October 7, 2013
Ralph& Carolyn LaPine
To Kerry and the boys, please accept our deepest sympathies. We will always remember our double dates with John and Connie.and our card Club meetings Bless you. Ralph and Carolyn LaPine.
October 7, 2013
annemarie shannon
to the Will family, So sorry for your loss. May the memmories live on.
October 7, 2013
Rick Haughey
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 7, 2013
Maureen Will
You were a wonderful man and I will miss you. Now you, mom and "the gang" can sit together once again. With love, Maureen
October 7, 2013
Gail
To the entire Will family, I am so sorry for your loss. John,Connie, and Peter brought so much pleasure to SJs on the weekend, I always looked forward to seeing them. May the thought of John and Connie being together once again bring some peace. Alan and Alan Jr. xoxoxoxo
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