Vernon O. Stockman
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Vernon O. Stockman, 90, of Bristol, was called home to heaven on Saturday, July 16, 2022. He was born on March 27, 1932, son of the late Oscar W. and Malida (Strelau) Stockman. Vernon was the loving husband of the late Gertrude Mae (Schoenfeld) Stockman until her passing in 1981. He was a lifetime resident of Bristol and worked at Superior Electric as an accountant for 30 years until his retirement in 1986. Vernon also served on the Bristol Republican Town Committee, and as an officer at Immanuel Lutheran Church. He enjoyed golf and attending the Travelers Championship. Vernon was also an avid fan of the UCONN Women's and Men's Basketball teams. Vernon is survived by his daughter Debora Finn and her husband Mark of Bristol; brothers Robert E. Stockman of AZ, Ronald W. Stockman of Oxford; Brother-in-law Ernest E. Schoenfeld of Bristol and long-time companion Caryl P. Quint of WA. Besides his wife and parents, Vernon was pre-deceased by his brother Norman Stockman. The family would like to thank the staff of The Summit at Plantsville and Athena hospice for their patience, kindness and caring, especially the CNA's and nurses who made him comfortable. Calling hours will be held on Friday, July 22, 2022 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 154 Meadow Street Bristol, CT 06010 starting at 10AM until a service that will begin at 11AM. Burial will follow at West Cemetery, Bristol. Memorial donations can be made to the Immanuel Lutheran Church, 154 Meadow Street Bristol, CT 06010. To leave an online message of condolence, share a memory or a photo, please visit Vernon's tribute page at www.OBrien-FuneralHome.com.