William (Bill) J. Carey, age 74, of North Haven passed away on April 12, 2017. He was the husband of Rosemary Browne Carey. Bill was born in New Haven on September 13, 1942, son of the late Walter and Grace Fairchild Carey. Bill had worked in various professions, including as a graphic artist for the New Haven Register, President of the New Haven Typographical Union Local 47, Union Representative for the Teamsters Union Local 443, Executive Director of the Unemployment Council of the Central Labor Council, a Congressional staffer for Congressman Bruce Morrison in the 3rd District and a fundraising coordinator for the United Way. He was a member of the Branford Elks Lodge #1939, at one time serving as its Exalted Ruler. Besides his wife, Bill is survived by his children and grandchildren: Stephanie Fitzgerald Smith (Peter), Kevin Fitzgerald (Leanne) and Adrianne Carey Campbell (Peter); Parker, Jenna and Griffin Smith; Anna and Connor Fitzgerald; and Corey, Kyle, Megan and Hannah Campbell.
His funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at 9:30am. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Barnabas Church, 44 Washington Avenue, North Haven, on Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at 10am. Calling hours will be Tuesday, April 18, 2017 from 4-8pm. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 200 Executive Blvd., Suite 4B, Southington, CT 06489, or to the Animal Haven, 89 Mill Road, North Haven 06473.
What a privilege to be surrounded by your dearest loved ones, in the end. What a testimony to the survived. To the family of Bill, I wish you peace.
Stephanie & Family:
I am very sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Dear Adrianne,
Our sincerest condolences to you and your family on the passing of your dad, Bill. Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Bill & Gayle O’Donnell
My prayers go out to the Carey Family , I worked with Bill at the Greater New Haven Labor History Association, and on political campaigns, he was a very dedicated man, and true to his word. He will be missed by everyone who knew and worked with him.
Your Brother
Frank Pannone
I had the honor and pleasure to call Bill my friend and trade union brother. Wow how time flies. Bill and I go back many many years. We shared the good times, the struggles, the difficult times. We shared a few good laughs along the way. My thoughts are with his family at this difficult time of sorrow and fond remembrance. Rosemary my thoughts are with you as you too have been a strong part of this great journey. Please celebrate Bill’s life and always know that Bill touched the lives of many in a positive way. Rest In Pease my brother!
My deepest sympathies and thoughts are with Rosemary and Bill’s family. I ask that each of you be given comfort, understanding, and peace as you move forward. I had the honor and pleasure to call Bill my friend and union brother for many years. Bill will always be remembered for his smile, his willingness to lend a helping hand, and for his concern and compassion for the working class. Let us all celebrate Bill’s life and know that in life he had a positive impact in the lives of so many others. Bill will be missed by all who called him friend and brother. Rest In Peace.
Dear Rosemary and family, my deepest condolences to you and the family on the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and truly your best friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
I will always cherish the memories of the years that Bill and I shared as partners with the AFL-CIO Community Services/United Way of Greater New Haven.
Precious Memories How They Linger