Hamden Obituaries: George A. Chamberlain, 84

George A. Chamberlain, 84, of Hamden, passed away Feb. 28, 2013 in CT Hospice.

He was the father of Linda Chamberlain of New Haven and Debbie and David Chamberlain, both of East Haven, and the grandfather of Christopher, Brandon and Derek Panicali.

He was the son of the late Albert and Ellen Kane Chamberlain and the brother of Ruth Jeanfairve of Sebring, FL, Harriet Taft of St. Augustine, FL and the late Marion O'Connor, Loretta Monahan, Helen Cunningham, Howard and Willard Chamberlain. He also leaves many nieces and nephews, including Jason Moore and special friends, Rich and Pat Dionne.

Prior to his retirement, George was a Computer Analyst for the Southern CT Gas Co. for many years. He was a member of the New Haven Elks Lodge 25 and was Exalted Ruler from 1990-91 and also was named Elk of the Year.

He was a World War II Navy veteran and a member of American Legion Post 88 of Hamden.

Relatives and friends are invited to a graveside service with military honors Friday at 1 p.m. in All Saints Cemetery. There will be no calling hours.

Memorial Contributions may be made to CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd., Branford, CT 06405.

Arrangements are in care of the PORTO FUNERAL HOME, 234 Foxon Rd. (Rte 80), East Haven. Sign George's guestbook online at: www.portofuneralhomes.net