Jeff Gartrell, born May 2, 1942, in Darien, CT passed away peacefully at home on Friday April 16th at the age of 78. He lived on Smith Street in Georgetown for the past 36 years.

Jeff was a Navy Veteran and is survived by his wife of 36 years,  Dale A. (Dollar) Gartrell, his sister Carol of Deerfield Beach, FL, and his 3 daughters, Melissa, Maria and Lisa Marie.  Jeff is also survived by several grandchildren and great grandchildren, all from Florida.  Jeff was predeceased by his son David's untimely passing in 1995.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Jeff's name may be made to the Connecticut Antique Machinery Museum, 31 Kent-Cornwall Rd. Kent, CT 06757. Burial will be private. To offer online condolences to the family please visit http://www.boutonfuneralhome.com .