David O. Orbe, 81, of Ledyard entered eternal life February 6, 2023 to be reunited his wife Frances Orbe. He was born August 12, 1941 in New London, the son of late Antonio and Cecilia (St. Pierre)Orbe. Dave was a proud veteran of the United States Army serving as a drill sergeant, a “Leader of Men” he would say. The remainder of his working career was being self-employed in the roofing business in the New London County area.
If you were looking for Dave, you just had to look for the blue Z at any of his favorite spots (there were many throughout the years) and just listen….
Dave met the love of his life, Frances (Mattison) Orbe, married and helped to raise her four children, Gene(Trish)Kimery of Canterbury, Robin(Ed)Glynn of Oakdale, Lynn(Brian)Welch of Groton, and Bill(Shelly)Kimery of Ledyard; 8 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren.
He is survived by his brothers Antonio, Edward, numerous nieces and nephews and predeceased by brothers John, Philipp, and Reginald who greeted him home.
A graveside service will be held at the Avery Stoddard Cemetery in Ledyard on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at Noon. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
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