Troy Samuel Slessinger passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on January 27, 2014 at the age of 57. He was the son of the late Seymour and Leah Slessinger (and Edith Slessinger) and is survived by brothers George and Eric Slessinger, niece, Emily Slessinger and fiancée, Linda McKercher. Troy resided in Middletown for the past 30 years and benefited from services provided at the Gilead Community Services and the Connecticut Valley Hospital. He attended the University of Connecticut and received a Baccalaureate Degree from Post College. A graveside service was held on January 31, 2014 at the Baker Street Cemetery in West Roxbury, Massachusetts. Donations in memory of Troy may be directed to Gilead Community Services (860-343-5300 x3423)