Thomas Umphlett Jr. Preston － Thomas C. Umphlett Jr, 76, of Preston, passed away at home, surrounded by his family on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2018. He was born Nov. 7, 1941, in Westerly, a son to the late Barbara (Swain) and Thomas C. Umphlett Sr. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Irene M. (Fortin) Umphlett. Tom served his country honorably within the U.S. Navy before becoming an electrician working as an electrical contractor for many years. He was an avid fisherman and hunter and will be missed by his dog "Slate." In addition to his wife, Tom is survived by his children, Glenn T. Umphlett (Michele), Patricia U. Mandeville (Steven), Julie I. Witter(Duane); siblings, Barbara Robert, Dennis Umphlett, Larry Umphlett, Gary Umphlett, Debra McGowan, and Joann Schmidt. He was predeceased by his sister, Carol McMahon. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Matthew T. Umphlett (Nicole), Michael W. Umphlett, Jacob T. Umphlett, Kathryn A. Mandeville, Molly E. Clark (William), Emma S. Mandeville, Trey J. Witter and Ryan C. Witter. There will be calling hours held from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018, at the Gagne-Piechowski Funeral Home, 490 Voluntown Road, Jewett City. A graveside service and burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 19, 2018, at the First Baptist Church Cemetery on Pendleton Hill Road in North Stonington. The family would like to extend many thanks to Dr. Slater and the Office of Eastern Connecticut Hematology and Oncology for their exceptional care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tom's memory to the Center for Hospice Care, 227 Dunham St., Norwich, CT 06360. For online condolences please go to www.gagnepiechowski.com. New London, Connecticut The Day 14 Jan, 2018 Page 28 Obituary for Thomas C Umphlett Jr ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thomas C. Umphlett Jr., 76, of Preston, passed away at home, surrounded by his family on 11 January 2018. Born 7 November 1941, in Westerly, he was the son of Barbara and Thomas C. Umphlett Sr. He was survived by his wife Irene, children, siblings, and grandchildren. Calling hours were held from 5 to 7 pm on 18 January at the Gagne Piechowski Funeral Home, Jewett City. A graveside service and burial took place at 11 am on 19 January at the First Baptist Church Cemetery on Pendleton Hill Road in North Stonington. Thomas Umphlett Jr. Preston Thomas C. Umphlett Jr, 76, of Preston, passed away at home, surrounded by his family on Thursday, 11 January 2018. He was born 7 November 1941, in Westerly, a son to the late Barbara (Swain) and Thomas C. Umphlett Sr. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Irene M. (Fortin) Umphlett. Tom served his country honorably within the US Navy before becoming an electrician working as an electrical contractor for many years. He was an avid fisherman and hunter and will be missed by his dog "Slate." In addition to his wife, Tom is survived by his children, Glenn T. Umphlett (Michele), Patricia U. Mandeville (Steven), Julie I. Witter (Duane); siblings, Barbara Robert, Dennis Umphlett, Larry Umphlett, Gary Umphlett, Debra McGowan, and Joann Schmidt. He was predeceased by his sister, Carol McMahon. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Matthew T. Umphlett (Nicole), Michael W. Umphlett, Jacob T. Umphlett, Kathryn A. Mandeville, Molly E. Clark (William), Emma S. Mandeville, Trey J. Witter and Ryan C. Witter. There will be calling hours held from 5 to 7 pm Thursday, 18 January, at the Gagne Piechowski Funeral Home, 490 Voluntown Road, Jewett City. A graveside service and burial will be held at 11 am Friday, 19 January, at the First Baptist Church Cemetery on Pendleton Hill Road in North Stonington. The family would like to extend many thanks to Dr Slater and the Office of Eastern Connecticut Hematology and Oncology for their exceptional care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tom's memory to the Center for Hospice Care, 227 Dunham St, Norwich, CT 06360. For online condolences please go to www.gagnepiechowski.com. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Thomas C. Umphlett Jr. | |---------|-------------------------------| | Age | 76 | | Birth | 7 November 1941; Westerly | | Death | 11 January 2018; Preston | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |----------------------------|---------------------|--------------------------------| | Thomas C. Umphlett Jr. | Decedent | Preston | | Irene M. (Fortin) Umphlett | Spouse | Unknown | | Barbara (Swain) Umphlett | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Thomas C. Umphlett Sr. | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Glenn T. Umphlett | Child | Unknown | | Patricia U. Mandeville | Child | Unknown | | Julie I. Witter | Child | Unknown | | Barbara Robert | Sibling | Unknown | | Dennis Umphlett | Sibling | Unknown | | Larry Umphlett | Sibling | Unknown | | Gary Umphlett | Sibling | Unknown | | Debra McGowan | Sibling | Unknown | | Joann Schmidt | Sibling | Unknown | | Carol McMahon | Predeceased Sibling | -- | | Matthew T. Umphlett | Grandchild | Unknown | | Michael W. Umphlett | Grandchild | Unknown | | Jacob T. Umphlett | Grandchild | Unknown | | Kathryn A. Mandeville | Grandchild | Unknown | | Molly E. Clark | Grandchild | Unknown | | Emma S. Mandeville | Grandchild | Unknown | | Trey J. Witter | Grandchild | Unknown | | Ryan C. Witter | Grandchild | Unknown | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Thomas C. Umphlett Jr. served his country honorably within the US Navy. 2. He worked as an electrician and electrical contractor for many years. 3. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. 4. He had a dog named "Slate" who will miss him. 5. The family extended thanks to Dr Slater and the Office of Eastern Connecticut Hematology and Oncology for their exceptional care. 6. In lieu of flowers, donations were requested to be made in Tom's memory to the Center for Hospice Care, 227 Dunham St, Norwich, CT 06360.