Patrick Francis Vickers

Patrick Francis Vickers, age 74 passed away peacefully on November 28, 2014 at Harrington Court, Colchester. He was born on December 15, 1939 in Hartford, to the late George and Catherine Mullane Vickers.

He graduated and attended East Hartford High School, and was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Patrick was a communicant of Blessed Sacrament Church in East Hartford. He was a loving father devoted to his family, always available to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.

He was an avid Red Sox & Patriots fan, and enjoyed spending time with his family.

He will be remembered as being a very loving son, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He loved the outdoors, sports, playing with his grandchildren, camping, and cars. Most of all he loved his family.

Patrick is survived by his son, Patrick Matthew Vickers of Manchester, daughter Angelyn Vickers of Colchester, sisters Sally Ann Renolds of Blandford, MA, and Peg Vickers Whittaker and her husband Wally of Chandler, AZ., grandchildren Elysia, Justin, Andrew and Christian.

Family and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Tuesday December 2, 2014 from 3-5PM followed immediately by a Celebration of Life service, at 5pm, all at Glastonbury Funeral Home, 450 New London Tnpk, Glastonbury CT 06033. Burial is private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations in Patrick’s memory can be made to Harrington Court, 59 Harrington Ct., Colchester, CT 06415 or to Vitas Hospice, 628 Hebron Ave. Suite 300, Glastonbury CT 06033. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.glastonburyfuneral.com