Dear CPES Family,

We have some sad news to share with you. Arlene Hiller, a longtime and devoted member of the CPES family, passed away on Monday, April 29. Her obituary is linked below with information about calling hours and the celebration-of-life service that will be held in Wallingford on Sunday and Monday, respectively. 

Arlene retired from her formal duties with CPES at the end of 2018, although she stayed in touch and was always eager to hear the latest news about her friends at CPES. We were very pleased to have been able to honor Arlene for her many years of service at our holiday event in December 2018 where she shared some highlights and funny memories of her time leading the organization since its formation over 30 years ago. You probably remember Arlene as the friendly face that greeted you at CPES dinner meetings and conferences but she was also the driving force of the organization for many years. In fact, Arlene was the inspiration for the CPES-NECA joint conference that will celebrate its 26th anniversary on May 14 and 15 in Groton, Connecticut. 

Arlene witnessed a lot of change in the energy industry over the years, but one constant was her concern for the people who came together to “share ideas” and even some laughs along the way. 

We hope you will consider sharing a word of encouragement with Arlene’s husband, Dave, and her family at one of the events listed in her obituary, or through the online condolences. https://www.wallingfordfh.com/obituary/arlene-hiller

Arlene’s friendship and influence will long be cherished and appreciated by all of us at CPES and NECA. 

Eric Johnson, President, and Kathryn Dube, Executive Director
Connecticut Power and Energy Society