Joan P. Huhtala

Joan P (Burlock) Huhtala, 83 of Manchester, CT passed away peacefully on Friday August 16, 2019 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Daughter of the late David and Rosalie ( Dupuy)Burlock. Joan enjoyed life to the fullest and was always the life of the party. She enjoyed traveling and spending time with Family.
She was predeceased by her husband Wally Huhtala; their son Eric Huhtala and their daughter Susan Morrone. She's survived by her son Mark Huhtala of Manchester, CT. Two brothers Rodney (Daniele) Burlock of Nova Scotia and Rodger (Georgette) Burlock of New Brunswick. Daughter in law Julie Huhtala of Maryland. She also leaves behind her grandkids Tim Huhtala and his wife Veronica, Christopher Huhtala, Stephanie Huhtala, Justin Morrone, Alieah Morrone, Michael Huhtala. And three loving great grandchildren; Cameron and Kaylee Huhtala, Niyah Patricia Whitworth.


Family and friends are welcome to attend calling hours at Holmes-Watkins Funeral Home, 400 Main St., Manchester on Monday, August 19, 2019 from 4-7 p.m. Funeral services for Joan will be celebrated at St. Bridget Church 80 Main St. Manchester, CT on Tuesday, August 20, 2019, beginning at 11am. Guests are welcome to assemble at the funeral home prior to the mass. Burial will follow in St. James Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to American Lung Association 45 Ash St. East Hartford, CT 06108. To leave an online condolence please visit www.holmeswatkins.com

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