William Thomas Carney, 82, of Wallingford, formerly of New York, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at his home with his family by his side. For 58 years, he was the beloved husband to Maureen Murray Carney. William was born in Manhattan on November 8, 1940, and was the son of the late Michael and Mary McMullan Carney. He served his country faithfully in the US Marines and later was a US Coast Guard Auxiliarist for twenty years. William worked as a manager of gas emergencies for Con Edison, ending his career in the Bronx. Upon retirement he and his wife split their time between Connecticut and Florida to be close to his daughters and grandchildren. He was a member of the American Legion Post 92, VFW Post 591, and the American Rifle Association. William was an avid sports fan, especially of the New York Giants and New York Yankees. He enjoyed listening to music and dancing. William’s greatest joy was spending time with his family, most of all his grandchildren whom he loved unconditionally. Loving father of Patricia Carney (Peter Jelonek), Christine Salamida (Steven), and Colleen Lawler (Larry). Beloved grandfather of Aleksandra Jelonek, Maeve Salamida, Sean Salamida, Liam Lawler, and Aidan Lawler. Brother of Michael Carney and the late Emmett and Thomas Carney. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
The visiting hours will be on Sunday, November 12th from 2 to 5 pm at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. Family and friends are invited to go directly to St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Parish at St. Frances Cabrini Church on Monday morning, November 13th at 10:00 to attend a Mass of Christian burial and are also invited to attend the committal service immediately following in All Saints Cemetery.
I was sorry to hear of the loss to all the family members especially the granchildren. I will remember Bill with fondness and love. He was a fun to be around and loved joking with people. Maureen ,it will be hard to be without him , time will ease it a bit. To his beautiful daughters I think of you often.
Chopper was a great family man and a real fun guy to be around. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.❤️
We are so very sad to say goodbye to our dear friend, Bill. We were so lucky to have had him in our lives for these many years. Bill was the kindest, most honest and fun-loving man. He loved his wonderful family without limits and especially his cherished wife Maureen. Rest well Bill. The world was so much better for having you in it
Colleen and family. Heartfelt condolences. Know that my family and I are keeping you all in our thoughts.
My thoughts and prayers for you all at this difficult time. Although i didn’t know him, it looks like he was a wonderful man and I’m sure aside from the sadness, you will have much to celebrate of his life with you all.
I am very sorry for the loss of your family member . Your family member is now in a very happy place and will be looking over your family.
Our VCH, Veterans Coffee House meets monthly at the Wallingford Senior Center which not only gives our Vets the chance to socialize but also take part in enjoying a guest speaker which are related to military topics. We were founded in 2017 by Mark Halliday and Robert Boucher. Our Veterans are an exceptional group and our intention is to offer assistance and support.
At this very difficult time, our group would like to honor the loss of William Carney as a fallen brother. Our military Veterans send out their heartfelt condolences to the Carney family and friends. As an Marine and Coast Guard Veteran, he had joined an elite group of honorable men and women and our Country will forever be in his debt.
So so sorry to hear about your loss. Holidays always seem to be happy and also sad. My Mother died at Thanksgiving and my Dad Died at Christmas time-totally stinks. God Bless Your Family ❤️❤️🌈🌈✝️✝️