Edward Perry Braza Sr.

Edward Perry Braza, SR. age 80 of Clinton passed away at home, Friday, August 27, 2010. He was born July 27, 1930 in Providence, RI to the late Manuel Perry and Mary Louise Braza. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Noreen Deborah Braza. Mr. Braza moved his family to Clinton in 1966 where he remained for the past 44 years. One of his pleasures was the occasional fishing trip as time and opportunity allowed. He was an Electrician by trade spending many years as a Traffic Signal Technician retiring from Connecticut Traffic Signal Company after 20 years of unparalleled service.

Mr. Braza is survived by his beloved wife, Noreen (Dunphy) Braza; his son, Edward Perry Braza, JR and his wife Julene of Westbrook; two grandchildren, Kevin Braza and his wife Shelley of Westbrook; Kelly Braza of Old Saybrook and one great-grandchild, Kyle Braza also of Westbrook.

Friends may visit the family at Swan Funeral Home, 80 E. Main St., Clinton, Wednesday, September 1, 2010 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. The family will have a private graveside service at a later date. In Lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be directed to Vitas Innovative Hospice Care, 628 Hebron Ave., Glastonbury, CT 06033. For online condolences and more information please visit www.swanfh.com.