Mrs Evelyn Muriel Setzko

July 13, 2015

Evelyn Muriel (Holder) Setzko, 93, of West Hartford, wife of the late Joseph F. Setzko, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2015. She was born in Niagara Falls, New York, the daughter of Harry Henry Holder and Sylvia Ann Potter. Evelyn was employed by Westinghouse Electric and Carborundum in Niagara Falls, New York, and later worked as a sales associate for many years in Connecticut. Her family was the source of her greatest happiness and her giving and thoughtful nature touched everyone and will be remembered by all who knew her. Evelyn was an unwavering Red Sox fan, railway enthusiast, and veterans supporter, and enjoyed dancing, bowling, and spending time with family. She was predeceased by two sisters and two brothers: Cassie Esser, William Holder, Katheryn Stewart, and George Holder. She is survived by her children: Karen Setzko and Gary Richman; Dennis Setzko and wife, Mary; Susan Setzko and Walter Ongaro; and Richard Setzko and wife, Nancy. She is also survived by six grandchildren: Kimberly Basom and husband, Blair; Jennifer Nichols; Ryan Setzko and wife, Christina; Stephen Setzko; Alexander Setzko; and Emily Setzko. Evelyn is also survived by many nieces and nephews who loved her very much. Our family expresses its sincere thanks to Evelyn’s caregivers, all of whom have shown much heartfelt caring and kindness to her. Funeral services will be private. Memorial donations may be made to a veterans charity of choice.