Obituary of Carl Szpyrka

Carl Szpyrka, 62, of Woodstock died unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam, CT. He was the beloved husband of Janet (Dupre) Szpyrka, they were married August 25, 1973. He was born December 3, 1950 in Putnam, son of the late Walter and Rita (Michon) Szpyrka. He had made his home in Woodstock most of his life. He was employed at Loos and Company in Pomfret working as a mechanic in maintenance for the last 11 years. Carl also worked as a security guard at the Woodstock Fair. He enjoyed fixing tractors and lawn mowers. He was a pass president of the Irish - American Club in Putnam. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, cooking and barbequing. His greatest love was spending time with his grandchildren. He leaves his wife of 40 years Janet, his daughters Tammy Szpyrka of Putnam; Sara Szpyrka of Woodstock; his brothers: Bruce Szpyrka of Palm Bay, FL; Cy Szpyrka of Thompson; his sister Jean Auger of Thompson, his grandchildren: Colby Litchfield, Abbigail Litchfield; Emily Pedersen and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers Dennis, George and Keith. Calling hours will be 6:00 to 8:00 PM Monday, April 8, 2013 at Smith and Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove Street, Putnam, CT. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to the Woodstock Volunteer Fire Association, PO Box 222, South Woodstock, CT 06267. To share a memory with his family, “Light a Candle” at www.smithandwalkerfh.com .