Joeckel , Klaus

Klaus Joeckel was born to the late Arthur and Else Jöckel, an accountant and a homemaker, in Pirmasens, Germany on October 29, 1936. He immigrated to the U.S. in 1968 naturalizing in 1975. He was an active member of his church and very devoted to the Catholic religion. Klaus was a master pastry chef educated in his homeland. He and his wife owned a European pastry shop in Avon for many years.

Klaus was blessed with a loving family. He was married to his true love, Teresa Martinez, for 52 years. Klaus helped to raise his two children with a lot of discipline, patience, humility and love. They spent many weekends hiking and going on various day trips exploring the New England parks and trails.

Anyone who knew Klaus was touched by his kindness, humor and easygoing nature. He was truly a peaceful man. He will be missed dearly by his loved ones.

Klaus is survived by his wife, Teresa; his son Robert Joeckel; daughter-in-law Nicola Joeckel; grandchildren Callum and Emilia; daughter Claudia Walsh; son-in-law Paul Walsh; and sister Edith Young. He was predeceased by his sister Inge Schmitz; and his brother Hans Joeckel.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, March 12th, 2022 at 11:00am in the Church of St. Ann, 289 Arch Road, Avon followed by burial in St. Ann Cemetery, Avon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 280285, East Hartford, CT 06128 or to the Alzheimer's Association Connecticut Chapter, 200 Executive Boulevard, Suite 4b, Southington, CT 06489. Arrangements are being handled by The Ahern Funeral Homes, Inc., www.ahernfuneralhome.com.

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