John Conklin

Beloved Brother

John Conklin, 46, of Ridgefield, died May 17, at his home. Born in Danbury, November 17, 1963, he was the son of the late Frederick G. and Margaret L. (Regan) Conklin.

He is survived by two brothers, including George Conklin, and his wife, Christine, of Sandy Hook; and six sisters. He enjoyed his 15 nieces and nephews and spending time with his family and friends. He was predeceased by one sister.

Mr Conklin attended Bethel Schools. He was a school bus driver in Ridgefield. He was a member of the National Rifle Association and the North American Hunting and Fishing Club.

Friends may call Friday, May 21, from 9 to 10 am, in the Cornell Memorial Home, 247 White Street, Danbury. The funeral service will be Friday at 10 am, at Cornell Memorial Home. Interment will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Bethel.

Contributions in Mr Conklin’s memory may be made to the American Heart Association, 5 Brookside Drive, Wallingford CT 06492.

To light a candle in hope and remembrance, visit cornellmemorial.com. 

The Newtown Bee        May 21, 2010