Caroline Zachmann

Caroline (Petsche) Zachmann, 71 of Manchester, peacefully passed away on Thurs. Jan 14, 2016 at her home. Caroline was born March 9, 1944 in Queens, NY. Beloved wife of 52 years to George Zachmann, and the daughter of the late Mathias & Anna (Kofler) Petsche. She grew up in Ridgewood, Queens & graduated from St. Joseph Commercial H.S. She was an executive administrative assistant at Aetna for many years. She volunteered at many places including Manchester Hospital, Malta House, and Mercy H.S. Caroline loved her yearly trips with her husband to Bermuda, shopping with her daughter and granddaughters, and spending quality time with her son and family. She was an amazing cook and loved to have her family over for dinners with good food and wonderful conversation. Caroline always had a wonderful sense of humor, an awesome smile, and was always upbeat and positive. Her positive attitude and demeanor affected everyone she encountered. She enjoyed lunches with her many friends who cared for her dearly. She will always be remembered for her big heart and giving spirit. In addition to her beloved husband, George, she is survived by her two loving children and their spouses, Michael and Denise Zachmann of New Britain, Eliza and Brian Elmy of Manchester, and her two cherished granddaughters, Rachael and Alyssa Elmy. She is also survived by her sister and her husband, Betty and Jack Boettger of Haberson, DE and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are requested to WEAR BRIGHT COLORS in celebration of Caroline's life at all services. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2016 at 11 a.m. at St. James Church 896 Main Street Manchester followed with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Glastonbury. Family and friends may call Monday, Jan. 18, from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm at Watkins Funeral Home 142 East Center Street Manchester. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital PO Box 1000 Dept. 142 Memphis, TN 38101-9908 and/or St. Agnes Home 104 Mayflower Street West Hartford, CT 06110. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.holmes-watkinsfuneralhomes.com

Visitation DetailsMonday, January 18th, 2016 2:00pm - 4:00pm, Watkins Funeral Home
Monday, January 18th, 2016 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Watkins Funeral Home
Service DetailsTuesday, January 19th, 2016 11:00am, St. James Church
Interment DetailsHoly Cross Cemetery