Arthur C. Gliford Sr., 76, of Naugatuck died Tuesday June 7, 2016 at Vitas Hospice at St. Mary's Hospital after a five year battle with Melanoma.
Arthur was born May 22, 1940 in Derby, Ct., the son of Carl R. and Ruth (Cook) Gliford. Arthur graduated Seymour High School, class of 1958. He was a truckologist for 25 years for New Penn Motor Express, previously with Murtha Enterprises, Naugatuck, and Kerite Co. of Seymour. He was married to Dot Gliford for over 30 years; he loved his yard work, cruises, and family gatherings. Survivors include his wife Dot, daughter Tari Lavorgna (John), sons, John Gliford (Francine), Arthur Gliford Jr. (Gloria), Rich Zavednak (Dawn), Jim Zavednak (Val), 9 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Carl Gliford (Mary Jane), and several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank the staff at St. Mary's Hospital, Vitas Unit, the ER staff and all the staff at River Glen in Southbury for their very kind care given to Art and his wife. Thank you all.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers (family member is allergic) contributions may be made to the Harold Leever Regional Cancer Center, 107 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT. 06708.

Cemetery: Cemetery Not Applicable

Location: Munson-Lovetere Southbury

Funeral: Church Not Applicable

Services: Funeral service at 2p.m. at the Funeral Home. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

Visitation: Calling hours will be Saturday June 11, 2016 from 11-2 p.m. at Munson Lovetere Funeral Home, 235 Main St. N., Southbury