ROCHESTER - Wilfred C. Talon, 85, of Rochester, died at his home on Friday, August 17, 2018 after a period of failing health. "Willie" was born on January 5, 1933 in Dover, to Edward and Nelda (Bouchard) Talon.
Willie attended the Dover school system while working at the former Elliott Rose Company in Madbury, and on the family farm on Knox Marsh Road. He enlisted in the Navy in 1950, serving on the USS Warrington until 1954. In 1957 he married his sweetheart, Patricia Sullivan, and remained happily married until his passing 61 years later. Willie devoted much time to his family, as husband, father, uncle, brother, coach, and more, always with a smile and a hug.
Willie is survived by his devoted spouse of 61 years, Patricia (Sullivan) Talon of Rochester, a brother Andrew Talon, two sisters Lillian Auclair and Anita Viel, all of Rochester; his sons Ron Talon and his partner Amy Purpel of Alexandria, Robert Talon and wife Cheryl of Chichester, Randy Talon and wife Toni of Middleton, and Bill Talon and wife Katherine of Rochester, as well as his nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren who he adored.