Paul H. Dutil

TORRINGTON — Paul H. Dutil, 61, formerly of Winsted, died Feb. 20, 2010, in Torrington, following a lengthy illness.

Born in Winsted on Sept. 7, 1948, he was the son of the late Marjorie (Hanauer) and Paul E. Dutil. He spent most of his life in Winsted.

Mr. Dutil spent various times in California during the past several years working as a self-employed landscaper, but always returning to Winsted. He had also worked for the town of Winchester Recreation Department, working at the ball fields and the police department as a school crossing guard.

He was a 1967 graduate of The Gilbert School and a veteran of the U.S. Army. He loved animals, reading, history and watching old movies.

Mr. Dutil is survived by his sister, Ann Dutil of Winsted; one niece; and one nephew. He was predeceased by a sister, Susan E. Podhajecki.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, Feb. 27, 9:30 a.m., from Maloney Funeral Home to St. Joseph Church for the funeral liturgy at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Forest View Cemetery in the spring. Friends may call at the funeral home from 8 to 9:30 a.m. prior to services.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Little Guild of St. Francis, 285 Sharon Goshen Turnpike, Cornwall, CT 06753, or The Last Post, 95 Beldon St., Falls Village, CT 06031. To leave an online condolence, visit maloneyfuneral.com.

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