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David

(Major)

Wetstone

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Dr. David M. Wetstone of Farmington and Boca Raton, Florida born on May 14, 1926 in Brooklyn, New York to Benjamin Wetstone and Esther Halprin Wetstone, died February 25 after a lengthy illness. David earned a BS from UCONN and a PhD in Chemistry from Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn. He served in the United States Army and Army Reserves. His service included the occupation of Japan in WWII, Korea and the Pentagon. He was honorably retired from the United States Army on May 14, 1986, as a Lt. Colonel. Dr. Wetstone co-founded the Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering and served as Chief Operation Officer for 25 years following his retirement from United Aircraft Research Laboratories (now United Technologies Research Center) as senior research scientist in plasma physics and as a liaison with the US academic research community. During this time he edited, published and contributed to over 150 reports on science policy to the Connecticut legislature and executive branches and others. He was a member of many scientific organizations, and had participated on the Advisory Committee on Accreditation (ACA) for the State of Connecticut. David was an avid reader, lover of Opera, and fine wine. He was a black diamond skier and avid tennis player who loved to play Bridge. He and his wife Dorothy traveled extensively in his later years. David was predeceased by his sister, Marilyn Wetstone Fries. He is survived by his loving wife Dr. Dorothy Fishman Wetstone, his sons; Mark Wetstone and his wife Pamela, and Eric Wetstone; his stepsons; Mark Fishman and his sons Daniel and Andrew, and Dr. David Fishman and his wife Dr. Mindy Fishman and their sons Issac, Ben, Zach and Aaron. Funeral services, with full Military Honors, will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, February 28, 2014 at Beth Israel Cemetery, 27 Jackson St., Avon with Rabbi Michael Pincus officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering-Endowment Fund, 805 Brook Street, Bldg. 4-CERC, Rocky Hill, CT 06067-3405 or Congregation Beth Israel, 701 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06119. For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book for David, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm.

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From: Betty Sher

From Pittsboro, N.C.

Posted On: March 5, 2014

A neighbor of his wonderful sister, Marilyn Fries Band, I had the pleasure of meeting David during several of his visits to her here in Fearrington Villege. After his marriage to Dorothy, they visited Marilyn often and I was delighted always to share in their company. It is with sadness to learn that David has died and I extend my sincere sympathy and condolences to Dorothy,
family and friends.

From: Nancy Valentine

From Philadelphia, PA

Posted On: March 4, 2014

David Wetstone was a superb gentleman who had a lovely demeanor, listened to people, took in information thoughtfully, and made observations that contributed to interesting and meaningful conversations. He was interested in life and therefore that made him an interesting person, who one could appreciate spending time with over a glass of wine or dinner. I enjoyed bringing over a bottle of wine and listening to David opine on its' merits, grape types etc. He savored fine wines and food. David was always supportive of other's efforts to be scholars and he was one himself. He will be missed. A good man in the memory bank of many.

From: Harvey Michels

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: February 28, 2014

Dave and I were employees at UTC at about the same time. I
remember his efforts to bring many outstanding scientists,
including several Nobel laureates to UTC for seminars and
technical sessions.
I joined the CT Academy when it was founded by Dave, a
difficult task that had failed in previous tries. He
deserves a lot of credit for his commitments to science
and technology.
Peace to his family.

Harvey Michels

From: Andrew G. De Rocco

From Hartford, CT

Posted On: February 27, 2014

A friend, a mentor and a colleague in the very best sense of its meaning.

From: herbert s levinson

From wallingford, ct

Posted On: February 27, 2014

DAVE WAS A FRIEND AND MENTOR IN MY EARLY YEARS WITH CASE. MAY HIS MEMORY BE FOR A BLESSING

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