Obituary of George LaFleur

George William LaFleur, 84, of Glastonbury passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 11, 2011. His final journey was eased by the presence of his five devoted daughters. George joined the Army at the age of 17 and served in the South Pacific during WWII. His career spanned many years in sales for various companies including RCA and Westinghouse, where he received many awards, including trips to Hawaii and Yugoslavia for top salesmanship. As an avid sportsman, he enjoyed boxing, loved motocross, cycling, skiing and most of all hiking the White Mountains with his daughters. He also had a special place in his heart for the Hawaiian Islands and India. He leaves behind his cherished and very grateful five daughters and their families: Nanette and Mark Loper of Glastonbury, Suzanne Keeney of Glastonbury, Lori and John Saglio of Columbia, Georgette LaFleur of South Windsor and Michele and Mark Leahy of South Windsor and his wife of 36 years Nancy Hills LaFleur of Glastonbury. He also leaves a sister Bonnie Benevides and her family of Vernon and ten dearly loved grandchildren Val, Jana, Mark, Dylan, Raelene, Nicole, David, Sarah, Kevin and Kelly. George was a grateful member of AA for 30 years and the friendships he made blessed his life. His family recognizes and appreciates the positive influence you have all made on him. The focus of his life was helping others. As a family, we witnessed his generosity and true kindness. Our Dad's life was a testament of what compassion and love can do to change the lives of many. His life was his lesson to all of us. Those fortunate enough to have known him, realize what a precious gift he was. As his daughters, we will emulate his good example as we go on with his memory in our hearts. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, December 15 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Mulryan Funeral Home, 725 Hebron Avenue, Glastonbury. Burial will be private. In his earlier years, George volunteered many hours at the Children's Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Connecticut Children's Hospital Foundation, 282 Washington Street, Hartford, CT 06106. "The measure of real success is one you cannot spend." Om Sai Ram.