Nancy Dowd

Nancy (Redshaw) Dowd, 89, of East Hartford, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center in East Hartford. Born in East Hartford on May 16, 1932, a daughter of the late Clarence and Nancy (Bonnett) Redshaw, she had been a lifelong resident of East Hartford. She was a graduate of East Hartford High School, class of 1950. Prior to her retirement in 1997, she was employed as an Assistant Head Cook for over 20 years by Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center.

Nancy is survived by her son, Otto D. Dowd and his wife Maria; her granddaughter, Holly Darlene Dowd; many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Along with her beloved parents, she was predeceased by her daughter, Darlene Sue Dowd; her brother, Clarence Redshaw; and her three sisters, Patricia Hoar, Ida Funk, and Joan Griffin.

In accordance with Nancy’s wishes, private funeral service and burial will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Nancy’s memory may be made to a favorite charity of the donor’s choice. The D’Esopo East Hartford Memorial Chapel, 30 Carter Street, East Hartford has been entrusted with the care of the funeral arrangements. For on-line expressions of sympathy to the family, please visit www.desopoeh.com.