William John Fiondella, fondly known as Bill, of Colchester, passed away at home after a long illness on May 20, 2026. He was 78 years old. Bill was born in Norwich, CT on April 18, 1948.  He was a son of the late Marshall and Mildred (Metzler) Fiondella.  He was a proud veteran having served during the Vietnam War with the US Army and later with the US Airforce.  On October 9, 1976, he married the love of his life, Kathleen Olson.  The couple made their home in Colchester and had many lifelong friendships with their neighbors.  Bill retired several years ago after a long career as a professional driver for Max Finkelstein.  In his free time, Bill enjoyed riding motorcycles and fishing.  Most importantly, he will be remembered for his friendly disposition and ability to strike up a conversation with anyone he met.  Bill will be sadly missed but always remembered with love by all who knew him, especially his wife of 50 years, Kathy; a daughter, Priscilla Yates of Texas; three grandchildren; two sisters, Tina (Kenneth) Angell of Norwich, Carolyn (Robert) Angell of Colchester; a brother in law and sister in law Peter and Shellene Olson; his Father in law, Paul Olson; and many extended family members and friends. He also leaves his beloved chihuahua, Bailey, who will miss him dearly.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by four siblings, Marshall Jr., Daniel, Joseph, and Marie Pettengill.  A graveside funeral service will be held in the New St. Andrew Cemetery, Gillette’s Lane, Colchester on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 11 AM with full military honors. Donations in his memory may be made to the Middlesex Hospice: www.middlesexhealth.org The Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home of Colchester has been entrusted with care of arrangements. For online condolences or to share a story of Bill, please visit www.auroramccarthyfuneralhome.com

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