In Memory of

Burton

C.

Hedling

Obituary for Burton C. Hedling

Burton Hedling, of Farmington passed away on March 22, 2022. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 59 years Ingrid Hedling. Born on April 7, 1930, in Hartford, CT to parents Theodore Hedling & Helga Liljedahl. Most of his childhood was spent in Sweden.  When he turned 18 he moved to Connecticut. He joined the Air National Guard serving in the Korean War at Bradley International Airport as a Staff Sergeant. Burton worked for Liljedahl Brothers Inc. for 47 years as a master carpenter. Carpentry was Burton’s passion he would spend long hours in the garage improving the house and even helping his grandchildren with school projects. He was an active member of Emanuel Lutheran Church Hartford, CT. His professional skills were put to great use through his many years serving on the Property Committee at his Church. Even after retirement he worked as a transporter for children with special needs with M&J Bus Company. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law Karen H. and Michael Lawson and his son Richard C. Hedling. Along with his 4 grandchildren Jennifer and Monica Hedling and Kimberly and Jeremy Lawson. He was a devoted husband, veteran, loving father, and amazing grandfather.  Burton will always be loved by those who survive him. Private burial will be held at Fairview Cemetery, West Hartford on April 22, 2022 at 11:00am EST. Arrangements have been made with Sheehan-Hilborn-Breen Funeral Home. Donations can be made to Emanuel Lutheran Church, 311 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106 in his memory.  Online condolences may be made at www.SheehanHilbornBreen.com