Arthur R. Therrien, Jr., 57, most recently of Tampa, FL, passed away on Monday, (November 26, 2007) after a long illness. He was born in New Britain, which is where he lived most of his life, moving to Tampa seven years ago. He is survived by his children, Tracy McCleary of Newington, Brandon Therrien of Kensington, and Jonathan Therrien of Largo, FL, who provided a constant source of comfort and support during his illness; his grandchildren, Connor and Kelsey Therrien of Kensington; his sister Carol Therrien of Coventry; his step-siblings, James Bacon of Plantsville, Denise Dallaire, Gerald Bacon and Robert Bacon all of Kensington and Donna Lundy of Virginia; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was also predeceased by his parents, Arthur Therrien and Vivian (McCormack) Bacon, his step father, Harley Bacon, his brother James Therrien and his nephew Nicholas Bacon. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 22, at 11 a.m. at St. Jerome's Church in New Britain. Published in the Hartford Courant on 12/7/2007.