Obituary of Irene W. Dryl

Irene W. Dryl, 97, of Putnam, CT, died February 24, 2017 in Putnam. She was the beloved wife of 59 ½ years to Chester Dryl, they were married October 21, 1944, he died April 14, 2004. She was born October 21, 1919 in Putnam, daughter of the late George and Mary (Shippee) Whittemore. Irene was a graduate of Putnam High School, Class of 1937 and a member of the Putnam Congregational Church. Irene was a supervisor of Data Processing at the American Optical in Putnam, Safety Division, she retired in 1979 after 34 years of employment. She enjoyed feeding and watching birds in her backyard, and tending her plants and flowers. She is the last member of her immediate family. She was predeceased by her cousin Ruth Flagg. She leaves her very special friend and neighbor Patricia Levesque. A Private Graveside Service was held February 28, 2017 at Grove Street Cemetery, Putnam, CT. The Smith and Walker Funeral Home, Putnam is entrusted with her arrangements. www.smithandwalkerfh.com