BORN

1928

DIED

2017

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Norwich, Connecticut

Clifford Brautigam Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 20, 2017.

NORWICH – Clifford E. Brautigam, 88, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 18th, 2017.

He was born in Norwich on May 25th, 1928, son of the late Oscar and Ethel (Armstrong) Brautigam.

On Dec. 30th, 1950, Cliff married Jean S. (Marszalek) Brautigam at St. Mary Church in Middletown, CT. She predeceased him.
Cliff was a former Norwich Police Officer and went on to a career with the State of CT D.O.T. and was last employed as a permit investigator retiring in 1989. Following his retirement he worked for several years with the C.L.A. engineers of Norwich. He was a member of the Somerset & St. James Lodge AF & AM. Scottish Rite with M.S.A., and the Nemrod Grotto of Norwich, and was a member of the Christ Episcopal Church of Norwich.

He is survived by a son; Mark J. Brautigam of Provincetown, MA, two daughters; Carol Hogness and her husband Raymond of Milnor, ND, and Jean Fleming of Norwich, brother; Fred Brautigam of Scotland, CT, sister; Nancy Gavitt of Norwich, several nieces and nephews, 4 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Besides his wife, Cliff was also predeceased by a brother-in-law; George Gavitt.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, March 30th at 11am at Christ Episcopal Church, 78 Washington St., Norwich, CT. Burial is private at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours.

Memorial donations may be made to The Martin House, 401 W. Thames St., Bldg 700, Norwich, CT 06360.

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March 27, 2017

Michelle and Todd Miller

Deepest condolences to Mark and family. Cliff was a great neighbor and someone we will never forget. We loved seeing him at Mike's Dugout when we would go have breakfast. He will be missed.

March 23, 2017

dennis riley

I extend condolences to Cliff's family...I met him years ago as a younger reporter and later knew him at DOT--a solid guy in the fullest meaning of those words...

March 22, 2017

Ray Boenig jr.

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

March 22, 2017

Jackie Quercia

Mark
What a wonderful man your dad was
Always had a smile on his face
We loved having coffee with him and listening to his stories!
I adored your father
We are so sorry Mark for you loss
Our heartfelt sympathy to your family
Jackie and Pete Quercia

March 21, 2017

Susan Roselle

My deepest sympathy to my good friend Mark and both his sisters. Cliff was a wonderful man. I'll miss his handsome smile and sense of humor. He truly was a kind and generous person. May he rest in peace. With love and respect , Susan

March 21, 2017

Bill & Pam Maynard

To Cliff's Family,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Cliff was a great guy and will definitely be missed by everyone at B&M Service Station. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May he rest in peace.

Bill & Pam Maynard
B&M Service Station

March 21, 2017

Cathy Harwood

Cliff was a kind and thoughtful neighbor of mine for years. He will be missed by many. My thoughts are with you all at this time.

March 21, 2017

Our prayers and thoughts go out to Carol, Mark, Jean.We lost a great person a great uncle. May he rest in peace with his mother and father and 5 sisters.
Earl&Sheila Clang

March 20, 2017

Ken Sebastian

Cliff was a very fine gentleman. I first met him when I was in the Masonic order. He worked with my brother at DOT.
I always enjoyed seeing him around town, and he has left many good memories for me, as he has for all of you!! He is now resting in peace that his strong faith provided him.

March 20, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

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