Joan (Murray) Kelaita Obituary

Joan (Murray) Kelaita (Bristol, Connecticut) passed away on September 6, 2026. Joan, born on June 9, 1932, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joan (Murray) Kelaita to show support.

Joan will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Joan will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Joan’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Vincent Murray and Florence Murray (Rowswell); and her former husband George Kelaita. She is survived by: her daughter Lynn Choquette; her husband James; her grandchildren, Adam Choquette (Alyssa) and Alison Choquette; her great grandchild Tabitha Joy Choquette; her son Paul; her friend Eleanor; Litchfield.

A burial was held on Friday, September 11th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Peacedale Cemetery.