David G. Luetjen, 80, of Hebron, loving husband for 47 years and inseparable love of Doris (Verilli) Luetjen died peacefully on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at Manchester Memorial Hospital. He was born on September 20, 1936 in Hartford son of the late James and Lena (Patton) Luetjen. David was a veteran of the US Army, and he had been employed for over 20 years as Comptroller for the Brand Rex Company. He was an avid and lifelong fisherman. He was the proud Captain of his fishing vessel the 4 D's which he moored at Walkers Dock in North Stonington. David later became a commercial fisherman and was old school using the Hook & Line method. He attended St. Peter's Church in Hebron. In addition to his wife Doris, he is survived by his two daughters; Doreen Hussey of Andover and Dawn Gulizio and her husband Jim of Colchester, six grandchildren; Justin Hussey, Danielle (Hussey) Ledoux and her husband Luke, Cassandra Brodeur, Colton Brodeur and his wife Danielle, Lexis Gulizio and Vincent Gulizio and three great-grandchildren; Luke Ledoux Jr, and P.J. and Cameron Brodeur. David also leaves his sister Mary Ellen Casparino of Port Charlotte, FL, several nieces, nephews and their families, his longtime best friend and fishing partner, Frankie Gentile along with many other good friends. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his brother James F. Luetjen. Calling hours will be at Watkins Funeral Home, 142 East Center St. Manchester on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 from 4-7 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Special Wishes at
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Visitation DetailsTuesday, January 17th, 2017 4:00pm - 7:00pm, Watkins Funeral Home