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Phillip

Shear

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Phillip Shear, 87 years of age, of High Ridge Dr., Newington passed away on May 14, 2012 after a long illness. He was the son of the late Sol and Minnie (Oliner) Shear. Phillip was a veteran of WWII having served in Guam with the Army Air Corps.

A graduate of Hartford Public High School and the University of Connecticut, he did graduate work at Central Connecticut State University. He retired from the Enfield school system in the late 80’s and had taught science at Kosciusko Jr. High and later Fermi High School.

He leaves to mourn his wife, Anita (Arenstein) Shear, his beloved daughter, Susan Beauregard, her husband Mitch, and their three year old son Lannie who was the apple of his grampy’s eye. He was predeceased by his two brothers, Nathan and Manuel Shear.

Funeral services will held on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 1:00 PM in the Chapel of the Weinstein Mortuary, 640 Farmington Ave., Hartford, with Rabbi Debra Cantor officiating. Interment will follow in the Congregation B’nai Sholom Cemetery, Jordan Lane Extension, Wethersfield. A memorial period will be observed at the Shear home, 76 High Ridge Dr. Newington, Wednesday following the interment, and Thursday and Friday 11 am – 3 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hebrew Home, 1 Abrahms Blvd., West Hartford 06117, or to the Congregation Agudas Achim, 1244 North Main St., West Hartford 06117 For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book for Phillip, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com.

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From: Tiki Herrick

From North Stonington, CT

Posted On: May 15, 2012

May the memories of the love you shared, bring you and your family peace and strength during your hours of need.

From: Roy and Ruth Thacker

From The Villages, FL

Posted On: May 15, 2012

We were saddened to hear of the passing of Uncle Phil. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Aunt Anita, Susan, Mitch and Lannie. We will keep you in our prayers.
Love, Roy and Ruth Thacker

From: Jeffrey Stern

From Tamarac, FL

Posted On: May 15, 2012

My sincerest condolences to Cousin Anita and the rest of the family. I will say a special prayer in Shul this Friday night...

From: Shirley W. Thompson

From Bloomfield, CT

Posted On: May 15, 2012

Anita & Susan,

We send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Phillip was truly a loving and caring person. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.

Much love,

Shirley & William Thompson

From: Melissa Burdick

From Willimantic, CT

Posted On: May 14, 2012

Mitch and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace in this time of sorrow.

From: Susan Beauregard

From Hampton, CT

Posted On: May 14, 2012

Daddy, I will miss you horribly. I love you so much and cherish the memories of time we'd spent together. You will always be in my heart. Goodbye daddy.

From: Mitch Beauregard

From Hampton, CT

Posted On: May 14, 2012

Rest in Peace Phil. You wore many hats. Student, soldier, teacher, scientist, gardener, astronomer, etc but the hat you wore the best was that of family man. Your love for your family, wife, daughter, and grandson was never in question. You are and will be greatly missed.
Mitch

From: Deb Savoie

From Willimantic, CT

Posted On: May 14, 2012

Sue and family,

Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your father. Your "Generations Family" has you in our thoughts and prayers.

Board and Staff- Generations Family Health Center

From: Elliott & Elissa Donn

From Windsor, CT

Posted On: May 14, 2012

Dear Anita, Susan and Family,

We are so sorry to hear that Phil passed away this morning. He was a loyal comrade in the Jewish War Veterans, and, on behalf of ourselves and all members of Post 45, we offer our sincerest condolences.

His quiet demeanor, warm smile, and friendly, and good humor will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

May he rest in peace.

From: Marlene Cady

From Willimantic, CT

Posted On: May 14, 2012

Sue and Mitch,

I am sorry for your loss.
The loss of parent is always a difficult one.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
May he rest in eternal peace.

Marlene

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