Jack was a great chair for the Veteran's Commission of West Hartford and he was such a great man to work with. I remember the last time we worked Celebrate West Hartford it was so much fun working the booth with him. We will all miss him greatly.
Michael Stanley, Lt Col, USAF (Retired)

WE WILL MISS UNCLE JACK--HE WAS ONE OF THE TRUELY "GOOD GUYS"

Jami,
All our love and condolences for your loss. I would have liked to know your Dad. He sounds as if he was a one-in-a-million guy.
much love,
susan and rich

Marty, Heidi and Jami,
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your families on the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sheryl Stein Mervis

I remember how gracious Jack was when I visited UCONN in 1952 to complete a project I was working on. I remember how prejudice kept him from dental schools he wanted. I remember the beach house, the weddings, Marty's drumming and Jack fixing my cavities. I remember how much Jack and Phyllis ment to my mother and how they visited her whenever they visited Mildred. I remember Jack's cooking and how much pride he had in putting out a spread. He was a good person.

Phyllis: Maryanne and I want to extend our sincere condolences on Jack's passing. We always enjoyed our conversations and socializing with both of you when he and I served on the
UConn Board of Trustees. I know that his efforts on the board helped improve our university. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Dan Leone

I was Dr. Opinsky's patient for over 40 years, moving with him from downtown Hartford to West Hartford. He made my trips to the dentist a pleasant expeerience regardless of the procedure. I shall find it difficult to replace his gentle nature.

With my sincere sympathy to all.

I was Dr. Opinsky's patient for over 40 years. He made my trips to the dentist a pleasant experience no matter what the procedure. When he retired I knew it would be hard to replace his gentle nature. I will miss our visits.

With sincere sympathy to all.

Dr. Opinsky's compassion, warmth and gentle touch was so welcomed by students and their families when he applied his dentistry skills at the Dominic Burns school. His presence made a positive difference in so many lives.

Herbert F. Shedroff
Principal, 1969 - 1994

My condolences to Phyllis and the Opinsky family. I affectionately recall Jack's hosting of many political events over the years in West Hartford and his ever cheerful support and encouragement. He was a grand guy and a boon to the West Hartford community.

With sympathy, Nan Glass

I remember Jack with love and honor. My mother was in the hospital in 1975, and lost her partial plate in her bed. Jack went all the way to New Britain to fit her with a new plate while she was in bed. Unheard of by any other dentist. Jack - may you find comfort with God.

Jack was a loving father and grandfather. When Jack came to see the kids he used to place them on his stomach and sing to them until they fell asleep, one of his favorite songs was "The Yellow Rose of Texas" I have very fond memories of Jack that i will forever cherish in my heart. May his soul rest in perpetual peace.

Our Deepes5 Sympathy goes out to Dr Jack Opinsky's family. His wife Phyllis and his children and grandchildren, Jack was our Dentist for over 40 years and not only was he our Dentist but also our friend, We enjoyed immensely his sense of humor during our office visits,

Dear Phyllis,
I was truly sorry to hear of Jack's death. He had such a bombastic personality and a great sense of humor. I will always remember him with fondness for his many kindnesses to me. I deeply regret not being there to share with you this sorrowful time. Please express my condolences to
Marty, Heidi and Jamie.

Our deepest sympathy to the Opinsky family. We will miss so much talking to him ...... he was always so cheerful, kind and compassionate. God Bless.

I simply cannot imagine a town committee meeting without him. Jack's decency, commitment, determination and kindness were ever present, in politics where those qualities are increasingly rare, and throughout every aspect his life. My condolences to Phyllis, Heidi and the entire family. Please know that he will be remembered with great fondness, and missed greatly, by everyone who has had the good fortune to have known him, and work along side him, through the years.

With our deepest sympathy.
The Edelson Family

Phyllis was our son Jonathan's first school nurse, and through her we met Jack. Their innate goodness was as evident as was their passion for the causes that could better the lives of those most in need.
Jack's heart bled but he was not a bleeding heart. He was a sophisticated savvy proponent of the political system and in JFK's words "a pragmatic idealist." who made partisan activism a proud calling.
Jack & Phyllis always asked about Jonathan's progress and in later years they were huge and valued supporters of our son Scott.
Naturally, as parents Janeace and I will be always grateful for Jack and Phyllis's impact on our children, and grateful for having their friendship.
Jack, it is a shock that suddenly you are not with us, but your life is timeless, living on in the memories of all of us privileged to have known you.

I am greatly saddened by the passing of my friend Jack Opinsky. He was a true leader in the dental profession and in the Democratic Party.
It was in politics that I got to know and admire Jack. He stood by me when others did not. That's the measure of a true friend.Shalom,Jack.

my name is cheryl. doctor opinsky knew me from when i used to work at suburban pharmacy.

he will be sorely missed. my condolences to phyllis and the family

I know Dr. Jack has three wonderful children that he loved dearly. I was lucky enough to have worked for him for over 35 years and was always treated by both him and Phyllis like another member of their family! Both my husband, myself, and my children loved him so much. I'll miss him tremendously and never forget his many kindnesses to me and my family. He was always more like a father to me than an employer. Rest in peace Dr. Jack.

Phyllis and Jack met us way back in 1957, when we both opened our offices as dental professionals. It was love at first sight and has not changed since. We shared many ups and downs throughout our careers and felt the same way about our beloved profession. Jack was always humorous, smiling, a glad-hander whom you could trust in every way to do what he said he would do, and a friend who was like family in so many ways.

There is so much more to say about this remarkable person, but, suffice it to say, his memories will shine for his family and friends, and be like a beacon to us all. May his memory be for a blessing!

Very sorry to hear of your loss. I'm sure all those years of great memories provide you with a lot of comfort.
Stay strong.
Love, Todd

Jack will be missed. Always a gentleman of grace and honor. It was a pleasure serving on the West Hartford Veterans Commission with Jack.