Jeffrey Leonard Habicht

Jeffrey L. Habicht, age 68, tragically passed away in a house fire, Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at his Colchester, CT home. Known as Jeff, aka “the Wizard”, he was born in Hartford on December 29, 1953 to William Homer Habicht and Janice (Barker) Habicht. Jeff attended school in Glastonbury, CT. His innate love of all things mechanical was displayed at an early age when he began to dismantle and repair any lawnmowers and small engines that he got his hands on. Jeff was a National Honor Society student throughout his high school years, graduating early in order to compete in the National Plymouth Trouble Shooting Contest which took place in Los Angeles, CA.

Jeff pursued further education at both the General Motors Institute in Michigan, and the University of Hartford, where he graduated at the top of his class, summa cum laude while earning his business degree. Along the way, he completed ASE certification, making him a certified mechanic. Jeff’s work life began at Root’s Garage, continued at Monaco Ford, and eventually led to a successful career as an entrepreneur. As Owner and President of C&D Construction in Glastonbury, CT, Jeff was featured in numerous business newspapers and magazines and was named entrepreneur of the year by the Glastonbury Citizen.

Throughout his life, he enjoyed downhill skiing, tennis and spending time at White Sand Beach with his family. Many nights and weekends were spent at Riverside Park where Jeff participated in modified stock car racing and the demolition derby. He spent much of his time with close friends working on cars, especially his 427 Shelby Cobra and was known by all as an accomplished storyteller with a quick wit.

More recently Jeff appreciated spending time with Briana and Haley who were the loves of his life. He was so proud of both. He enjoyed watching Haley grow up, always marveling at everything she did, and he enjoyed talking and a shared love of cars with Briana.

Jeff is predeceased by his parents and is survived by his only child Briana Elis Habicht, a granddaughter, Haley Eve Weissinger, a sister Susan Mayne and her husband Doug, a brother Todd Habicht and his wife Holly, his former spouse, Marilyn Alverio-Habicht, and several nieces and nephews, Ben, Henry, Kevin, Brian, Cara and Grady.

Jeff’s family will receive relatives and friends at D’Esopo East Hartford Memorial Chapel, 30 Carter Street, East Hartford from 11:30 am to 1 pm on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, directly followed by a graveside service at 1:30 pm at Hockanum Cemetery, 47 High Street, East Hartford. A Celebration of Jeff’s Life followed by a Commemorative Car Show will take place Thursday, July 14, 2022 from 4 to 8 pm at the Glastonbury Elks, 98 Woodland Street, South Glastonbury. Memorial contributions in Jeff’s name may be made to Colchester Hayward Volunteer Fire Company, 52 Old Hartford Road, Colchester, CT 06415. The family extends our sincere appreciation for their care and professionalism. For on-line expressions of sympathy to the family, please visit www.desopoeh.com.