John S. Backer's obituary , Passed away on December 20, 2025 in Manchester, Connecticut

John S. Backer

September 20, 1941 - December 20, 2025 (84 years old)

Manchester, Connecticut

John S. Backer's obituary , Passed away on December 20, 2025 in Manchester, Connecticut

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Holmes-Watkins Funeral Homes

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John S. Backer

September 20, 1941 - December 20, 2025 (84 years old)

Manchester, Connecticut

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John S. Backer Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved John S. Backer of Manchester, Connecticut, who passed away at the age of 84, on December 20, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the sacred silence of farewell, John is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that John's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Francis Henry "Mike" Backer and Elizabeth Alice Scott. He is survived by: his wife Sharon Backer (Mincy); his children, Scott Backer (Jill Backer) of Shelby Township and Janet Ewald (Tom) of Ellington, Connecticut; and his grandchildren, Emily, Kyle Backer, Jake and Natalie Ewald. He is also survived by numerous extended family members and dear friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Manchester Lions Club, P.O. Box 614, Manchester, CT 06045-0614.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Holmes-Watkins Funeral Homes



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Dec 26

Visitation

Holmes-Watkins Funeral Home
400 Main St, Manchester, CT 06040

Sat

Dec 27

Funeral service

Talcottville Congregational Church
10 Elm Hill Rd, Vernon, CT 06066

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