Wednesday, March 03, 2021
Branford Pediatrician Gets Drive-By Retirement Celebration
A surprise drive-by celebration was held for Branford pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka, who retired on June 30 from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley’s.
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka's look of surprise.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka elbow bumps his grandson Trey, grandaughter Reese walks over.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Paul Fortgang stopped by to wish Dr. Wanerka the best.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Conner, Dylan held up signs, as Chuck and Jessica Donaruma pulled up to wish Dr. Wanerka the best.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by. Conner, Dylan held up signs, as Chuck and Jessica Donaruma pulled up to wish Dr. Wanerka the best.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Tim Leo, Laura Wanerka, Simon(dog), Dr. Gary Wanerka,, Megan and John Wanerka, Reese and Trey Wanerka and Christine Wanerka pose for a photo.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Heather Tyler and Lisa Komoroski wore flower sunglasses bringing the bubbles and cheer as they rolled in to wish Dr. Wanerka the best.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Heather Tyler and Lisa Komoroski wore flower sunglasses bringing the bubbles and cheer as they rolled in to wish Dr. Wanerka the best.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Reese Wanerka adds bubbles to the parade.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka greets Brian Kelley and Jean Kelley.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka says hello and thank you to Brian Kelley and his mom Jean Kelley for stopping by.
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Dr. Wanerka and family greet all the well wishers that drove by.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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A surprise drive by celebration of a beloved Branford Pediatrician Dr. Gary Wanerka who retired Tuesday from Branford Pediatrics and Allergy, which he founded in 1982. The surprise was pulled off by his family who told him that they were all going for ice cream at Ashley's. Laura Wanerka, Tim Leo, Christine and Dr. Gary Wanerka, Megan and John Wanerka pose for a photo at the end of the celebration parade.
(Photo by Kelley Fryer/The Sound | Buy This Photo)
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