Mark Slobodzian, of New Britain, husband of Leigh (Gilchrest) Slobodzian, peacefully passed away at the age of 49 on Thursday, January 5, 2017 after a long battle with throat cancer. He battled the disease with courage and conviction, leveraging the love and support of family and many friends for as long as he could. Born in New Britain, he was the son of the late Emil and Krystyna (Chrzastek) Slobodzian. Mark was a graduate of Goodwin Tech. and worked until he became ill with cancer. Mark was a member of the Polish America Club in Newington where he served on the board for the last five years with great pride and dedication . He is survived by Helena Cichon (aunt), cousins Tom, Katie and Meghan Cichon, Christine Haddock (predeceased) and Renate Miano (sisters), Robert Haddock (predeceased), Edward Slobodzian and Paul Miano (brothers), his in-laws, Frank and Diane Gilchrest, sister in law, Deborah Simonelli, and her children, John and Abbey, brother in law, Michael and his wife Erin Gilchrest, and their children, Hayley, Luke and Cassidy. Niece & Nephews: Michelle & Roger Dionne, Robbie Haddock, Michael
Haddock, Clifton & Katie Miano, Todd Miano (deceased), Nicholas Slobodzian and
Nathan Slobodzian as well as 8 Great Nieces & Nephews and 1 Great Great Niece He will always be remembered for his love of family and friends, passion for Nascar racing and antique cars. He also enjoyed the beach and the sun and enjoyed many summers at his in-law's beach home at Cornfield Point. You would find Mark, with his crossword puzzle in hand with Leigh and her family enjoying many weekends, especially the 4th of July
and Labor Day at the beach. He will truly be missed by all who were fortunate to have known him. Visiting hours, including a service will be held Tuesday, January 10, 2017 2:00-5:00pm at the Dillon Baxter Funeral Home, 1276 Berlin Tpke., Wethersfield, service. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to The Mark N. Slobodzian Fund, C/O TD Bank, 1133 Main St., Newington, CT 06111. To share a memory with the family, please visit www.dillonbaxter.com