Obituary of Priscilla Viens

Priscilla (Spink) Viens, 66, of Eastford, died peacefully at home on March 26, 2015 surrounded by her loving family, following a brief battle with cancer. She was born November 9, 1948, daughter of Helen Spink of Eastford and the late Ellsworth Spink. She is survived by her husband Henry Viens; her son Shawn Davis and his wife Tiffany of Southbridge, MA; step children Ann Tonucci of Lisbon, CT, and her children; Daniel Viens of Virginia; Scott Viens and his children; Sandy Spires and her children, all of Florida; her brothers Ellsworth Spink, Jr.; Peter Spink, Sr. and his wife Donna; sister-in-law Marie Dalton of Minnesota; as well as many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her infant son Sanford Davis, step daughter Mary Rita Viens, sister-in-law Peggy Spink and nephew Eli Spink. Priscilla was a 1966 graduate of Woodstock Academy and worked multiple jobs in the area. She gained ultimate satisfaction in serving others and cherished her time as the local “Avon Lady” and her work as a waitress. She always took care to know her customers’ personal preferences and would even bring them homemade baked goods. Priscilla worked at the Rite Aid Distribution Center for 17 years prior to her retirement. She was a hard worker and was always willing to take new associates under her wing. She cherished the friendships she made at Rite Aid. She enjoyed motorcycle riding and annual family trips to New Hampshire and the Woodstock Fair. Most of all, she enjoyed being in the company of friends and family wherever they were. Her selfless devotion was unwavering as she cared for her family and all around her. A Memorial Service will be Saturday, April 4, 2015 at 11:00 AM at the Eastford Congregational Church, 8 Church Road, Eastford. In lieu of flowers donations in Priscilla’s name may be made to Day Kimball Hospice, PO Box 632, Putnam, CT 06260. Share a memory with her family at www.smithandwalkerfh.com