Robert L. Kayfus, 89, beloved husband of Helen (Hiza) Kayfus of the Sandy Hook section of Newtown died unexpectedly Sunday June 14, 2009 at his home.
He was born in Bridgeport on October 1, 1919 a son of the late William J. and Anna (Qubick) Kayfus. A lifelong resident of Newtown, Mr. Kayfus was a graduate of Newtown High School, Class of 1939 and the University of Bridgeport. He was a Pilot in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II with the rank of First Lieutenant and was a member of VFW Post #308 in Newtown.
Before retirement, Mr. Kayfus was a Sales Engineer for the Bullard Company of Bridgeport. He was a lifelong communicant of St. Rose of Lima Church and was a member of Virgilius Council #185, Knights of Columbus.
In addition to his wife of 63 years, he is survived by 4 sons, Robert L. Kayfus, Jr. of Katy, TX, Thomas J. Kayfus of Sandy Hook, Gary P. Kayfus and his wife Paige of Coral Springs, Fla., Timothy J. Kayfus and his wife Beth of Louisville, Tenn. a daughter, Kathleen Paccadolmi of Raphine, VA, and a daughter-in-law, Wanda Kayfus of Abilene, TX; 13 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by 2 daughters, Elaine K. Stewart and Nancy K. Cohen.
Funeral Services will be held Thursday June 18, 2009 at 10:30 am from the Honan Funeral Home, 58 Main St., Newtown and at 11:00am in St. Rose of Lima Church for a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment with Military Honors will follow in St. Rose Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.

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