Walter Wisnefsky
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Walter Wisnefsky, 78, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, passed away Friday May 13th.
Son of Benjamin & Arline (Slitt) Wisnefsky. Loving husband of Barbara (Sack) Wisnefsky married for 56 years and born in Norwich, CT. Devoted and loving father of Sheryl Abrams, Eric Wisnefsky, and Judy Foreman. Much loved Daughter-in-law Tammy Wisnefsky & Son-in-law Andrew Foreman. He is pre-deceased by his sisters Marilyn Cohen and Sondra Radin.
Walter adored his five grandchildren. Matthew, Samantha, Zachary & Adam Wisnefsky & Isaac Abrams.
Walter graduated Norwich Free Academy in 1961 & participated in PHI Beta Fraternity and USY. He graduated Mitchell College in New London with an associate degree and went to American International College in Springfield, MA where he received his bachelor's degree in accounting.
Walter served in the US Army getting an honorable discharge as a Specialist 5th Class as an Allotment Section Chief in Fort Knox, Kentucky.
Walter received his master's degree in Accounting from the University of Hartford in 1979. He taught accounting part time at Central Connecticut State University, Briarwood & Tunxis College.
Walter worked for the State of Connecticut Department of Public Utility Control and transferred to the Office of Consumer Counsel where he retired in 2009.
Walter served on the Board of Directors for the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. He served as Treasurer and Vice President of his Condo Association.
After retiring, Walter was a student teacher for over three years for the Weathersfield School System.
Walter enjoyed life to the fullest traveling with his beloved wife on over 80 cruises visiting many countries and islands.
Walter will be sadly missed by his loving family and friends.