Obituary of Bill Barchi

Bill Barchi August 20, 1926 - January 23, 2006 F. William "Bill" Barchi, 79, of Westville Avenue, Danbury, devoted husband of Diana (Butera) Barchi, died at Danbury Hospital on Monday, January 23rd. He was born in Danbury on August 20, 1926, son of the late Joseph and Theresa Barchi. He was a graduate of Danbury High School, Class of 1944 and played football with the Danbury Top Hat Bull Dogs. Bill was a Veteran of World War II, proudly serving with the United States Navy. He owned and operated Bill's Flying "A" Service Station on North Street, and Bill's Super Service Station on Division Street. He retired from the Public Buildings Department of the City of Danbury where he was employed for ten years. Bill was an avid sports fan who supported many sports teams, especially Danbury Wrestling. He was a dedicated volunteer at the Hat City Boxing Club and was honored for his efforts by being inducted in the Danbury Old Timers. In addition to his beloved wife of 57 years, Diana, he will be sadly missed by his son, Bill Barchi of Danbury; his two daughters, Brenda Fay and her husband Daniel, Barbara Newland and her husband David, all of Danbury; his grandchildren, Derek and Evan Newland and Scott Fay. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Murphy of Danbury, as well as several nieces and nephews. Funeral Information A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Cottage Street, Danbury, on Friday, January 27th at 10:00am. Burial in St. Peter Cemetery will follow. The family will receive friends at the Cornell Memorial Home, 247 White Street, Danbury, on Thursday, January 26th between the hours of 4 and 8pm. Donations Information Memorial Contributions in Bill's memory may be made to the Danbury Police Athletic League, 35 Hayestown Road, Danbury, CT. 06811.