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John Chester ""Jack"" Sikora

1943 - 2018

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Tuesday, November 13, 2018

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Carrie Miller - Keeler posted a condolence

Tuesday, November 13, 2018

This past Sunday I sent my annual text message to Jack to wish him a Happy Veterans Day. This was something I did every year, never forgetting all he went through. When I hadn't heard after several days I wondered. I was so sad to hear of Jack's passing. He was a great friend and he will be missed. I began my friendship with him when I took his Cultures of Southeast Asia class at WCSU. To be honest I took it as an elective, simply filling a credit, but it ended up being my favorite class. It was fascinating. He was such a great teacher, weaving in his stories of Vietnam through teaching the culture. He also helped me with my Senior Thesis, in which I did a historical analysis of the Broadway musical "Miss Saigon." He and Lynn were such gracious hosts, having me over for dinner several times. Their kindness will never ever be forgotten. XO

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David and Lori Dorothy pledged to donate to VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPT OF CONNECTICUT

Saturday, November 3, 2018

Grampa Jack will be missed by our family. We will treasure the stories he told at holiday dinners!

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Barbara sikora selvidio posted a condolence

Saturday, November 3, 2018

My beloved brother “Johnny” as I will always remember you. I love and cherish our childhood memories, when you teased me endlessly, comforted me and taught me many things. I loved you dearly, Johnny and you will always be in my thoughts and prayers with mom and dad. Barbara

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Steve Rust posted a condolence

Friday, November 2, 2018

For 50 years and two months Jack was my best friend in war and peace. Now he enjoys eternal peace. Jack and I, on Batcat Crew 2, flying the iconic EC-121R, flew approximately 70 Vietnam combat missions together mostly over the skies of Laos very close to the North Vietnam borders. We collectied critical intelligence on troop and equipment movement toward South Vietnam. Our Igloo White mission was the most highly classified in the theater at that time. Jack was the officer in charge of the intelligence team collecting and analyzing the data. I was the co-pilot. However most important to me, Jack has been not only a best friend but also a rock solid spiritual guide. I have been abundantly blessed to know Jack and his wife Lynn and his amazing daughters Beth and Tempe. RIP Batcat Jack.

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Paul Davis posted a condolence

Friday, November 2, 2018

My prayers for all of you -- that memories will help you through your grieving. Memories of my time with Jack, on and off the golf course, will be cherished forever. He was a good friend and an example of a good Christian. Jack was a caring man who loved mankind. Rest in Peace, Brother...

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Friday, November 2, 2018

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My deepest sympathy to you all.

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Elaine Lagarto posted a condolence

Monday, October 29, 2018

My sincerest condolences to Beth, Tempe, Bob, Caroline, Barbara and all family and friends of Jack. May time and memories comfort you, as you come to terms with your profound loss. Alfred Lord Tennyson said, “brief is life, but love is long.” The love Jack gave will live on long after his death. Each generation will pass on a part of Jack to the next. It is all part of the miracle of life. I am forever thankful for the friendship and love bestowed upon me by Jack over the last 40 years. My life was infinitely richer for having known him. I will miss him more than words can express. Rest in Peace my dear friend.

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Monday, October 29, 2018

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Rest in Peace my dear friend

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Carol Adams posted a condolence

Saturday, October 27, 2018

Jack was always my Hero

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Christine Sacrey posted a condolence

Saturday, October 27, 2018

My heart is broken for all of you. I have great memories of your dad was sad to hear he had passed. He always thought of his aunts and loved them dearly. He will be missed . I remember him coming to Aunt Josie and Aunt Adele's with a slide show when he volunteered with VISTA and thinking he was the coolest cousin I had!!

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Lisa Peck posted a condolence

Saturday, October 27, 2018

My sincerest condolences go out not only to Jack's family, but to anyone who knew Jack. I met Jack when we worked together at Western Connecticut State University. He was one of the kindest, gentlest and most gracious people I have had the pleasure and honor to know.

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Valerie posted a condolence

Friday, October 26, 2018

May the comfort from God and his care for your family strengthen you. 1 Peter 5:7

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Robinson, Wright & Weymer Funeral Home

34 Main Street

Centerbrook, Connecticut, United States

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11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Saturday, November 3, 2018

Saint John Episcopal Church

Main and Cross Streets

Essex, Connecticut, United States

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1:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Saturday, November 3, 2018

Cypress Cemetery

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Old Saybrook, Connecticut, United States

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