Obituary of Germain Joseph Socquet

Germain Joseph Socquet, 102 December 27, 1913 - November 14, 2016 Germain J. Socquet, of Wauregan Road in Killingly, passed away in the company of his loving wife and family on Monday, November 14. He was one of eleven children born to Ernestine (Herve) and Jean Hubert Socquet of Danielson and the dear husband of Madeleine (Boulais) whom he married on May 1, 1948. He attended St. James School, Killingly High School and Putnam Trade School. As a young man he worked as a tree surgeon and he was part owner of Men’s Toggery, a local men’s clothier and haberdashery. He was a machinist by trade working at Pratt and Whitney Aircraft and the American Screw Company, and then as quality control inspector at Electric Boat in Groton, CT and Roto, Spain until his retirement. Throughout his life he enjoyed athletics and the outdoors. He was an avid fisherman and an excellent swimmer and sailor. He impressed his future bride with his beautiful ice skating and together they spent many happy years skiing, golfing and playing tennis. Germain loved to travel. He drove his young family on a cross country adventure, and later took many trips to Canada, New York and Maine. He and his wife traveled to Hawaii, enjoyed cruises to Mexico and other tropical destinations and spent many winters in Florida. He particularly enjoyed his last adventure visiting the National Parks of Wyoming, Utah, Montana and Colorado with his daughter and her family. Germain enjoyed socializing with his large family and a very special group of close friends. He loved hosting parties and family gatherings and celebrations at their home in Danielson and their cottage at Alexander’s Lake. Anyone who knew him remembers his smile and his laugh which instantly put his guests at ease. In his later years Germain spent countless hours taking meticulous care of his yard and garden, but his joy came from his grandchildren. He relished every moment spent in their company and as his family grew he cherished his good fortune. Germain was a hard working man; but at the end of the day he loved to relax with a glass of wine, listen to good music and gaze at the sunset from his living room window. During these quiet moments he would reflect on his day and take stock of his life. He would encourage you to do the same. So the next time you find yourself facing a beautiful sunset please raise a glass or give a nod to Germain and a life well lived. Besides his loving wife who took exceptional care of him until his last breath, he is survived by his daughter Lauren Law and her husband Roger of Killingly. He leaves three granddaughters; Heather Pezzarossi, Mackenzie Law and Meghan Salmon and three great grandchildren. He is also survived by his youngest brother George of Downey, CA and his wife, Jeanne as well as many nieces and nephews. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Donations may be made in his name to St. James School, 120 Water Street, Danielson, CT 06239. Arrangements by Gagnon and Costello Funeral Home, 33 Reynolds Street, Danielson, CT. Share a memory at www.gagnonandcostellofh.com