Edward W. Hornkohl Jr.

Edward William Hornkohl, Jr., of Kensington, beloved and cherished husband of Joyce (Deprey) Hornkohl passed away in his home on Dec 14, 2024 with loved ones by his side. He was 80 years old. Born May 26, 1944 in New Britain. He was the son of the late Edward and Shirley (Neurath) Hornkohl. Ed was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Besides his wife Joyce of 57 years, he is survived by his son Edward W. Hornkohl, III, his wife Gail and a cherished granddaughter Katelyn Joy all of Castle Rock, Colorado. He also leaves a sister Linda Navarro and her husband John of Bristol and a loving sister-in-law Mary Adrina Bazzoni of Newington; Three special godchildren, Kristine Bidmead of Canton, and Noah and Ava Constantine of Bristol, along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his brother Alan R. Hornkohl. Ed attended New Britain High School. He joined the U.S Navy in 1963 during the Vietnam War and proudly served aboard the “USS Canopus” until he was honorably discharged on April 30, 1967. His military service reflected his deep sense of duty and patriotism…values that shaped him throughout his life. In June of that year he married Joyce (his high school sweetheart) and together they had 57 years of devoted married love. Theirs was a love story that spanned 65 years. A loving father, Ed enjoyed coaching his son’s softball team and never missing a hockey game he played in. Touring the state to attend his granddaughter’s swim meets were thoroughly enjoyed as well. A man of integrity and character, Ed was a true gentleman and a man deeply loved and respected. Ed was known for his extraordinary generosity he willingly helped family and friends, whether it be fixing a car, building a shed or snow blowing your sidewalk. Ed was employed as a Facilities manager for Lithographics in Farmington, retiring in 2014. He was a member of St. Paul’s Church in Kensington; the Berlin American Legion Post #68; the Southington Sportsmans Club; Berlin Fish and Game Club and also served on the Town of Berlin Cemetery Commission. He enjoyed fishing, pheasant hunting with his dogs Beau and Gibbs and NASCAR. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Monday, January 6, 2025 at 10 AM (please go directly to the church) at St. Paul’s Church, 467 Alling St. Kensington, followed by military honors and committal prayers at the Berlin Veteran’s Memorial Park, Massirio Dr. Berlin. There are no calling hours. He will be laid to rest privately. Carlson Funeral Home, New Britain, is assisting the family with arrangements. Memorial donations in Ed’s name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave, Floor 17,Chicago, IL 60601 or to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. To leave a memory or note of sympathy please go to www.carlsonfuneralhome.com

Edward W. Hornkohl Jr.

May 26, 1944 - December 13, 2024

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