OBITUARY
Denzil R. Muschett
July 20, 1944 – February 12, 2014
Denzil Roy Muschett, 69, of Danbury, CT, passed away at Danbury Hospital on Wednesday, February 12, 2014, from cancer. Born July 20, 1944 in Annotto Bay, St. Mary, Jamaica, W.I., he was the son of Lena and Ambrose Muschett. As a child he attended Miss Norton Catholic School. He also attended Holy Trinity Church where he served as an altar boy with Bob Marley. He worked at Jamaica Public Service Company as an electrician and also worked for Kem-Tek Pool Products.
In 1968 he migrated to the United States and took up residency in Springfield, MA, where he worked for Uniroyal. He later relocated to Danbury. On April 30th, 1977, he wed the love of his life, Verna White. While working part-time for Nejame & Sons he also worked full-time at Gilbert & Bennett for 15 years. After the closing of Gilbert and Bennett he began a full-time role with Nejame & Sons, where he was treated as family.
He had a zest for life, generosity, integrity and kind-heartedness and was an inspiration to his family and friends. In spite of his illness, he lived his life with valor.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 36 years, Verna Muschett; his daughter Veronica and grandson, Anthony Hulse; his mother Lena; his aunt Gloria Humphrey, and his step-children, who referred to him as Dad, Sherron, Leoni, Sandra, Delroy, and Hugh. He also leaves to cherish his memory eleven grandchildren, four of whom he helped to raise, Ebony, Shamori, Ramael and Monique; one great-grand daughter; his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, and a host of extended family and friends. He is predeceased by his father Ambrose and son Martin Muschett.
Services
- Funeral Mass Friday, February 21, 2014
REMEMBERING
Denzil R. Muschett
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RECEIVE UPDATESEd Nejame
March 15, 2015
Roy it's been just over a year. I miss you and think of you often.I will never fill the void that you filled for me as we worked together,teased each other back and forth all as you constantly had my back . Love you little buddy
Joi Sorensen
March 12, 2014
I'm so sorry to just learn of Mr. Muschett's death. Mr. and Mrs. Muschett, Veronica, Ebony, and Martin were such a big part of my childhood and happy memories. Wishing the entire Muschett family peace and comfort.
Ed Nejame Jr
February 24, 2014
Verna Veronica Delroy Roy was very special to to me I most enjoyed when we worked together alone we had a blast .we would always try to out work the younger guys . After a hard day Roy always enjoyed a rum raisin ice cream . We also enjoyed going to Mohegan Sun as a guys nite with two other friends. I will miss him.
Joan Douglas
February 23, 2014
Denzel my darling friend gone to soon, you will never be forgotten. I send my deepest sympathy to Verna and the family.
Jeremy Shoffner
February 23, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Fran Hendrickson
February 23, 2014
My dear friend Verna - sincerest sympathies to you and your family for your loss. I couldn't be with you on Friday but was in spirit. Please be comforted by the love around you and your many memories. Hugs to you - peace and love.
Marisol Acevedo
February 21, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the Maschett family. We have gained another Angel, and Heaven is Blessed to have him among them. Stay strong and know we will all join our beloved "Denzil" once agian. Marisol/Julio &fam.
Fred George
February 20, 2014
My deepest sympathies and condolences to Hugh, Delroy and the whole family on your loss.
Anthony
February 20, 2014
Thoughts and prayers to the friends and family during this tough time. It has been an honor and privilege to have known a great man. RIP Denzil...you will be greatly missed!
VAL & DEVON SCOTT
February 19, 2014
WE SEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOST,DENZEL WILL BE SADLY MISSED.
Chantel, Luciano and Juliana P
February 19, 2014
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
He was a cool man who will be missed.
February 19, 2014
Veronica...sending hugs to you and your family. Your dad always had a smile!
Sue Demecs
February 18, 2014
Roy was always wearing a smile always telling a joke. I can still hear him say "yetch" I was lucky to have him a part of our lives. Ana, Kris and myself will miss him dearly.
Amy Morgado-Peterson
February 18, 2014
Veronica,
Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.
Mary Hibbert Gustavson
February 18, 2014
Roy was always so happy when I worked with him at Park Ave...my condolences to the whole family, he will be missed.
Debby &Telly
February 18, 2014
Sending condolences to all !!
Donny Eriquez
February 18, 2014
Verna and Family,
So sorry to here of Roys passing.
He was Great man, may he rest in
peace.
May Schaefer
February 18, 2014
Roy was a bright shining light! He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed. Take comfort in the knowledge you will be reunited in heaven.
Renée Davis
February 17, 2014
This candle will shine forever in your memory. you will be sadly missed.
Renee' Davis
February 17, 2014
I send my [deepest] sympathy to the whole family."Heaven must be missing an angel" Our heavenly father has called Denzel home to where there is no more pain and suffering, gone to soon he will be sadly missed...Amen!!!
Francine Shoffner
February 17, 2014
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.
Celinda & Mike McKinney
February 17, 2014
Verna now you and the family have a guardian angel watching over you. The pain was too much so God took Denzil home. May God bless all of you.
Lynn Parkinson
February 17, 2014
Keeping you all in my prayers, and the girls will come and bring hugs for comfort. Thanks for sharing this Veronica. Love you ??
Byng Angus
February 17, 2014
Truly a giant of a man , a kind soul who loved his family very much and always made us feel welcome we Love you Gone to soon but your legacy lives on RIP
Tiffany Ellis
February 17, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Ruth Cook
February 17, 2014
So very sorry for your Loss Veronica! May the fond memories carry you through the hard times. You will be in my thoughts and prayers!
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