Irma Wirth Gillette, age 88, of East Hartford, Connecticut passed away on Sunday, August 6, 2023, peacefully with her family by her side. Irma was the widow of Richard N Gillette after 59 years of marriage.
She was born in East Hartford to her late parents John and Lena(Friedrich) Wirth on June 16, 1935. Irma grew up with her 3 siblings and attending East Hartford schools. She was a lifetime member of The First Congregational Church of East Hartford actively served on many committees. When she started life with Dick she was employed by CT General Life Insurance Company. After her son Scott was born she changed paths in life to stay home and perform one of life's most rewarding experiences being a Mom. Along with her role as wife and mother Irma enjoyed working part time at Sage Allen Dept Store. The core of Irma's life was her family, not just Dick and Scott, but all her extended family as well. What brought her great joy was family gatherings, hosting holiday family events, gardening, antiquing and her most precious times where spent with her grandsons.
Irma leaves behind her son; Scott and daughter-in-law Cindi(Martin) Gillette of East Hartford, grandsons; Matthew and wife Kelly Gillette of Tolland and Garrett Gillette of East Hartford, great grandchildren; Colton, Rowan and Kinsley Gillette as well as many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her 3 siblings; Mildred Brassard and husband Maurice, Erwin Wirth and wife Ella and Paul Wirth and wife Patricia.
In lieu of flowers donations in her name can be made to First Congregational Church Main St East Hartford CT 06108 or a charity of your choice.
Calling hours for Irma will be held Saturday, August 12, 2023 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Newkirk & Whitney Funeral Home, 318 Burnside Ave, East Hartford, Connecticut 06108. A Funeral Home Prayer Service will occur Saturday, August 12, 2023 at 11:00 AM, 318 Burnside Ave, East Hartford, Connecticut 06108. Committal service will occur Saturday, August 12, 2023 at 12:00 PM at Hillside Cemetery, Hillside Street, East Hartford, Connecticut 06108. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.NewkirkandWhitney.com for the Gillette family.
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