NEW FAIRFIELD–Deacon Paul B. Pilkington, 84, of New Fairfield, beloved husband of Ellen (Cumberton), died peacefully, surrounded by his family, Sunday, April 23, 2023.
“It is with great sadness I must inform you of the death of Deacon Paul Pilkington. Please pray for the repose of the soul of Deacon Paul and for the consolation of his family,” said Bishop Frank J. Caggiano.
Born in Staten Island, NY, he was the son of the late Stuart and Eleanor (Poggi) Pilkington. Paul retired from American Can Company in Greenwich, CT, was a member of St. Edward the Confessor Parish in New Fairfield and St. Gregory the Great in Danbury, where he served as a Deacon for 30 year. He also served in the Army Reserves in Fort Dix, NJ.
In addition to the love of his life & wife of 62 years, Paul will be deeply missed by his children Paul (Eileen) Pilkington, Marie (David) Bruckenthal, Anne (Kevin) Joyce, Edward Pilkington, John (Lisa) Pilkington, Lynda (Bob) Durkin, 14 grandchildren, one great grandchild, twin great grandchildren expected this summer, and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Paul was predeceased by brother Stuart and twin Robert.
Bishop Caggiano celebrated a Mass of Christian burial on Friday, April 28th at St. Edward the Confessor Church in New Fairfield.
Memorial contributions may be made in Paul’s name to the Diaconate Formation Program in Bridgeport or Regional Hospice in Danbury.
