Obituaries

Charles J. Piskura

January 23, 1939 - August 24, 2018

U.S. Veteran

Burial Date September 8, 2018

Charles J. Piskura – Charles, age 79 years young, passed away suddenly on August 24, 2018. He was born on January 23, 1939 in Bridgeport to the late Stephen and Anna Piskura. Charles attended Stratford Public Schools. He proudly served in the US Army and Army Reserve. He also attended The University of Bridgeport where he earned a Bachelor Degree and Master’s Degree for education. Upon being accepted to a teaching position at Waterford High School where he taught History for many years, he made Waterford his home. Many former students have stayed in touch over the years. He was a mentor, a great listener, and had a huge set of shoulders to cry on. Charles loved to travel, find a great restaurant, antiquing, shopping, casino’s, reading, and anything history. He will be missed and loved by many. Survivors include a brother Donald and his wife MaryJo, sister, Dolores Gallant and her husband Fred. Nieces and nephews: Michele Taylor, Suzanne Glover (Greg), Noelle Gallant, Eric Piskura (Emily), Craig Piskura and Christian Gallant. Great nieces and nephews: Jason Taylor, Amy Nelson (Lawrence), Sean Taylor (Angela), Kristy Gromotskie (John), Caitlin Taylor. Great greats, Andrew, Allison and Brenden Piskura and Bella, Cayden and Addison Taylor. He also leaves a large group of loving and caring friends. Memorial contributions can be made to: St. Jude Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 8, 2018 at 11:00am at Noank Baptist Church, 18 Cathedral Heights, Noank (Groton), CT. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Impellitteri-Malia Funeral Home of New London.