Brenna Zettergren, of Durham, 5

Brenna Sweeney Zettergren "Bean", 5, of Durham, died Saturday, December 22, 2012, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with leukemia. She was born on August 6, 2007, a beloved daughter of Kevin A. and Jennifer Croteau Zettergren of Durham. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her loving sisters, Bailey and Maura Zettergren; her maternal grandparents, Richard and Kathleen Croteau of Durham; her paternal grandmother, Barbara Zettergren of Clinton; her aunts, uncles and cousins; her dear friends and her beloved dog, Duncan. She was predeceased by her paternal grandfather, Jack Zettergren.

Her family wishes to thank their cherished family and dedicated friends for their support and love. Brenna received loving care from The CT Hospice. Her family will forever be grateful to the wonderful team of angels at the Smilow Pediatric Cancer Clinic including doctors, nurses, child life Department, receptionists, clowns and volunteers. Special love and thanks are extended to Dr. Debbie Chirnomas, Carolyn Demsky, Jill Azzarone and Charlotte Beals.

Her family will receive relatives and friends in The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 N. Main St. Ext., Wallingford, on Thursday, December 27, 2012, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated directly at St. Colman Church, 145 Hubbard Street, Middlefield at 10 a.m. Friday, December 28. Friends are asked to go directly to the church. Interment will be in Mica Hill Cemetery in Durham. In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory may be sent to the Brenna Zettergren Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o The Wallingford Funeral Home. www.wallingfordfh.com

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