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Ilene

(D.)

Gorfain

Obituary

The family mourns the loss of Ilene D. Gorfain, 46 years of age, of Bristol, formerly of Newington and West Hartford, who died Sunday, December 29, 2013. Born in New Britain, she was the daughter of Rhoda (Levy) Gorfain of Farmington and the late Perry M. Gorfain. Besides her mother she leaves two sisters, Jenelle G. Sujat and her husband Richard of Boca Raton, FL, and Elyse G. Banak and her husband Steven of Holliston, MA; and five nieces, Alexa and Peyton Sujat, and Julianna, Carolyn and Heather Banak. The family appreciates their care and devotion given to Ilene by HARC, the staff at Ardmore Rd., Deb DeVivo and Country Side Manor. Funeral services will be held Monday, December 30, 2013 at 1:00 PM at the Beth Alom Cemetery, Allen St., New Britain with Rabbi Jeffrey Bennett officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to HARC, 900 Asylum Ave., Hartford, CT 06105. Arrangements are entrusted to Weinstein Mortuary, Hartford. For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book for Ilene, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm.

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From: Diana Appleton

From Windsor, CT

Posted On: December 30, 2013

Dear Rhoda, Jenelle and Elyse,

I was so very sorry to hear of your loss of Ilene. I remember when Saarin and Ilene were housemates - and also apartment mates, and how much Saarin cared for her.

Ilene was a wonderful part of HARC. Once again, I'm so sorry to hear that she has passed on, and I extend my sincere condolences to you.

Sincerely,

Diana Appleton

From: Chris McNaboe

From South Windham, Connecticut

Posted On: December 30, 2013

We remember Ilene's days at Camp Horizons were exciting and surrounded with friends! And of course her own fan!! She brightened our days with her own special brand of humor.So sorry for your loss, Mrs. Gorfain. You and your husband were such devoted ,loving
parents to Ilene.

From: THE GUITE FAMILY

From Newington, CT

Posted On: December 31, 2013

For so many years the Guite, Gozzo and Gorfain families shared care for Jay, Debbie and Ilene. Those were fun times in Newington for us all. Life has not been the kindest to these special people; however, they have provided all of us with some wonderful moments and fond memories. The picnics, the camps, the birthday parties enjoyed by all of us drawn together in unity for caring of these special people we all have had the pleasure of sharing our lives with.

From: Arlene McKee

From Rocky Hill, CT

Posted On: December 31, 2013

Dear Rhoda & Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear about Ilene. I have so many fond memories of her and our classroom days together at Elm Hill. Ilene had boundless energy and enthusiasm and always brightened my day. She was indeed very special and was a reflection of the love provided by you, Perry, Janelle and Elyse. She will always remain in my heart.
Sincerely,
Arlene McKee

From: Ellen

From Newington, Connecticut

Posted On: January 5, 2014

Dear Gorfain family, I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your beloved Ilene. I ran the Recreation program in town when she was just a teenager. I will always remember the fun she had with Jay, Debbie, etc. She would snuggle up and say "Do you love me, do you love my face?" Yes, we sure do.

From: babs liverant

From glastonbury, ct

Posted On: December 30, 2013

Dear Rhoda and daughters, please accept my deepest, most heartfelt sympathies on your loss of Ilene.

From: judy sack

From Los Gatos,Ca.,

Posted On: December 30, 2013

Dear Rhoda, my sincerest condolences to you and your family. You were a model for many,many people needing all kinds of special needs assistance for their children. I hope you find comfort from the many cherished memories you have of Ilene. All the best- Judy

From: The Guite Family

From Newington, CT

Posted On: December 30, 2013

From: THE GUITE FAMILY

From Newington, CT

Posted On: December 30, 2013

For so many years the Guite, Gozzo and Gorfain families shared care for Jay, Debbie and Ilene. Those were fun times in Newington for us all. Life has not been the kindest to these special people; however, they have provided all of us with some wonderful moments and fond memories. The picnics, the camps, the birthday parties enjoyed by all of us drawn together in unity for caring of these special people we all have had the pleasure of sharing our lives with.

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