David E. Felth

May 19, 1951 - August 17, 2017

David Edward Felth, 66, of New Britain, passed away Thursday (August 17, 2017) at his home. Born in Waterbury, son of the late Donald and Vivian (Dorr) Felth, he was a longtime East Berlin and New Britain resident. A graduate of Wolcott High school, Class of 1969, he received a Bachelors Degree in Accounting from Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) and a Masters in Accounting from the University of New Haven. David was employed at local insurance companies and then for the State of Connecticut Department of Children & Families. He was a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Austrian Donau, both in New Britain. He is survived by son, Colin Felth of New York City and his partner Kayt Conti; a daughter, Molly Felth of Middletown; son, Mackenzie Rush Felth and his fiancée Claudia Perez, also of New York City; a sister, Elizabeth Holston of San Diego, CA; and several nieces and nephews, including niece Mary Elizabeth Holston of San Diego, nephew Owen O’Connor, and nieces Rachel and Susannah Parkin. Besides his parents, David was predeceased by a brother, Thomas Felth. A devoted and hardworking father, David valued the pursuit of education and was admired by those who knew him for his industrious nature. He encouraged his three children to pursue knowledge and adventure through activities such as berry-picking, camping, gardening, history, scouting, and yearly trips to the U.S. Open tennis tournament. He maintained a lifelong love of fatherhood, Irish literature and culture, and yoga and was dearly loved by family, friends, and those who met him. David will be greatly missed, especially among those who experienced his unique ability to inspire joy and goodness. A Memorial Service will be held Friday August 25th at 7 PM at Carlson Funeral Home, 45 Franklin Square, New Britain. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Calling hours are Friday 5-7 PM at Carlson Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to the Ancient Order of Hibernians, 29 South Street, New Britain, CT 06051. Please share a memory or note of sympathy at www.carlsonfuneralhome.com.