Anderson, Shawn Brian
Shawn Brian Anderson died unexpectedly on August 22, 2020 at his home. He was born on February 14, 1971 to Jean and Brian Anderson. He is survived by his loving wife Carrie of 4 years, his step-children Taylor, Maddie and Logan. He is also survived by his sister, Stacy Ross; brother-in-law, Rick; and nephews, Dylan and Aaron.
Shawn graduated from Notre Dame High School. He had a love for NASCAR that he would watch every Sunday with his step-daughter, Taylor, as their “Sunday Funday”. He loved cooking, BBQ, and watching the Yankees with his wife Carrie. He also loved fishing and country music.
He had an undeniable, never ending love for his wife. He would do anything to make her smile and be happy. Shawn had a great sense of humor. He would do anything to make her or anyone else he loved smile and laugh, even if it took poking fun at himself. He would always ask “Did I make you laugh?” If the answer was “yes” he would say, then I did my job. Shawn will be greatly missed.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Saturday, August 29, 2020 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad St., Milford, CT. Due to gathering size limitations, only 25 people are allowed in the building at one time. Masks and social distancing will be required. Following, there will be a gathering at 30 Rogers Avenue, Milford, CT.
Babbitz, Susan
Susan will be remembered as a good friend to many. She loved French, plants, animals, reading, dark chocolate, Coca-Cola, Thin Mints, and watching old movies. She had a wonderful sense of humor and paid attention to the details that made the world more beautiful.
The family would like to thank the fantastic professionals of the MICU floor 9 and 10 at Yale New Haven Hospital, for the extraordinary care they took of us for 31 days as well as the fabulous team at Smilow Cancer Center, Orange Visiting Nurse Association and Drs. Hari Deshpande, Dieter Lindskog, James Clune, Edward Prior, Mark Altman, and Jeffrey Arons.
Services are private. To best honor her life, do something kind today and think of how she would love it. Donations may be directed to the Music Fund at Congregation B’nai Jacob, 75 Rimmon Road in Woodbridge, CT. Funeral arrangements in care of the Robert E.Shure & Son Funeral Home.
Barretta, Richard
Richard was a licensed contractor and builder and was a lifelong resident of Orange. He was a devoted father to Richard (Lisa) Barretta Jr., David (Jennifer) Barretta, and Christopher (Jena) Barretta.
He also leaves his sister Janie Saccu and Marie (William) Ryder. Predeceased by brothers Louis and Charles Barretta. He also leaves 10 grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by all who had the honor of knowing him.
There will be no hours of visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday in Holy Infant Church at 10 a.m.
Interment will follow in St. Lawrence Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. To leave a message for his family, please visit our website, www.westhavenfuneral.com.
Bosco, Susan E.
Susan E. Bosco, age 62, of Milford, died on Monday, August 31, 2020. Susan was born in Bridgeport on November 9, 1957 to the late William and Shirley Smith Bolton. She worked as a waitress for many years at Broadway Pizza in New Haven. Susan was an avid and talented cross-stitcher. She loved karaoke, Ozzy Osbourne, and spending time with extended family and friends. Susan was the recipient of a transplanted kidney. As the donor wished to remain anonymous, her family would like to express deep gratitude for this gift that enabled her to be with us for so many more years. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be sent to Donate Life America.
Survivors include her children; Jennifer Wrye and her husband Stephen of Stratford and Shelby Bolton of Milford and cherished granddaughter, Cecilia Wrye. Services will be private.
Brotherton, William III
William Brotherton III “Billy”, age 54, of Milford, died on Tuesday August 18, 2020. Billy was born in Milford on August 17, 1966 to William Brotherton Jr. and Kay Brunzell Brotherton. Billy was a wonderful man who touched the lives of many people. Survivors, in addition to his parents, include his siblings: Scott Brotherton and his wife Donna of Milford, Kyle Brotherton and his wife Vicky of Milford, Lois Daigle and her husband Kevin of West Haven and Shaun Brotherton and his fiancé Jess Learn of Milford and several nieces, nephews and cousins. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, August 29th at 10:00 am in Saint Mary Cemetery, 425 Buckingham Avenue, Milford. To share a memory please go to www.gregoryfdoylefuneralhome.com.
Capobianco, Marie
The hours for visitation will be held on Wednesday from 4-6 p.m. at the West Haven Funeral Home at the Green. Funeral Services and interment will be private. Donation may be made in her name to Special Olympics www.specialolympics.org. To leave an online condolence, please visit our website at www.westhavenfuneral.com.
Carrano, Constance E.
Ciancola, Janet
Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 4-6 p.m. at the West Haven Funeral Home at the Green. Interment will be private. To leave an online condolence, please visit our website at www.westhavenfuneral.com.
Collins, Barbara
Survivors include her son, Kevin Collins (Cathleen) of Milford, brother, Richard Arkay of HI; three step-children, Eric Brandt (Mary) of MA, Karen Brandt (David Pomeroy) of VA and Lauren Brandt Sarbib (Jean-Louis) of Washington DC; two grandchildren, Kevin Martin Collins (Britt) and Ryan Patrick Collins (Melissa), 6 step-grandchildren, Frances (Greg), Molly, Chloe, Leah, Erin and Robin and one step-great-grandson, Jack. Services will be private.
The family would like to thank the staff at Carriage Green for the compassion and care they gave Barbara over the past 4 years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Benchmark Associate Holiday Fund, 77 Plains Road, Milford, CT 06460. Please note “Carriage Green at Milford” in the memo line. To share a memory, please go to www.gregoryfdoylefuneralhome.com.
Fiedler, Howard
Howard Fiedler, 90, died on August 30, 2020. He was buried at Beth Israel Cemetery, 855 Derby Milford Rd. Orange, CT.
Hageman, Valerie Marie
Valerie Marie Hageman, 89, of Milford passed away peacefully on August 12th in Milford Hospital with her loving family at her bedside after a long struggle with multiple illnesses. “Val” to her friends, she was born in New Haven on August 1st, 1931 to the late Eileen (née McMahon) and Felix Hageman. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Hageman Konigsberg and by her grandson, Ian Konigsberg, and also by her “adopted” grandchildren, Racine and Michael Wynus.
Valerie held a bachelor’s degree in Special Education from the New Haven State Teachers College, now known as SCSU. She also attended nursing school at St. Raphael’s. For over 27 years, Valerie was a Detective with Connecticut State Police and blazed a trail for generations of women in law enforcement to follow. She was very interested in alternative medicine, loved to paint (houses and canvasses both), and was active for years with the Food Bank at St. Mary’s Church in Milford. Anyone who knew Valerie would tell you that she was an indomitable spirit with a generous and selfless nature. An iron fist in a kid glove, she touched everyone around her with her strength, her courage, and her infinite capacity for love and optimism. Our loss is heaven’s gain.
Services will be held at a later date to be determined. Memorial contributions may be made to the APS Foundation of America at www.apsfa.org.
Healey, Genevieve
At her beach home, Genevieve ‘Jean” Healey, 89, passed away on August 27,2020.
Jean was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was our family touchstone.
Jean was the wife of the late Henry F Healey Jr.. Jean’s surviving children are Michael Healey and wife Maureen of Milford, Ct., Patrick Healey and his late wife Anne of Clinton,Ct.,
Christina Healey of Florida, Constance Healey of Pennsylvania, Henry Healey and his partner Deborah Delaney of Milford,Ct., and Irene and Willian Stuart of Milford , Ct. Irene and Bill lovingly cared for our mother and safeguarded her happiness in her later life. Her sister Joan Sheehan and brothers Jim and Bob Zyskoski predeceased her. Jean had 16 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Her extended family included nieces and nephews from the Riordan and Zyskoski families. She was extraordinarily proud of all of us.
Genevieve was the daughter of two immigrants from Russia and Poland. At a young age she assisted her father in his butcher shop and kept the business books. She graduated from Derby High School in 1948, excelling academically and in the arts having roles in plays. Jean met Henry Healey when he returned from WWII assignments in the Pacific, and together they built their family and multiple businesses while participating in Derby politics and later in County and State Government.
Having successfully educated six children through college, Jean fulfilled her life’s dream of higher education, graduating from college, with honors from Southern Connecticut State University in 2012 with a degree in Art History. She herself was an artist and studied in Italy which captured her heart. Among her vast interests were Art, travel, UCONN women’s basketball, the Yankees, gardening and PBS. She filled our young lives with music she would play on piano and those memories fill our hearts.
Our family has had a mantra we have summoned in difficult times – “Strong Like Bull”. We all assigned that phrase to our father Henry. But as life continued, we all have come to realize that it was Mom who was “Strong Like Bull”. She was a breast cancer survivor and was rather fearless. We Healey women have strength and resolve because of this woman that raised us.
A mother’s love is witnessed in so many ways. She holds our hands a short while so we can walk, run and grow -but mothers hold our hearts forever – long after she lets that hand go.
Mom – we have loved you everyday and will love and miss you everyday hereafter. Thank you so very much Mom.
The family would like to thank Connecticut Hospice and Dr. Jae Kim and her wonderful staff for their care and compassion. Special thanks to her aide Lali .
In lieu of flowers the Healey family would like donations to be made in the name of Genevieve Healey to Derby High School attention: Grant Scholarship Committee, at 75 Chatfield Street, Derby, Connecticut. 06418. Donations will be utilized for a student art scholarship to Southern Connecticut State University.
A private family burial took place at Mt. St. Peters Cemetery in Derby.
The Edward F. Adzima Funeral Home, 253 Elizabeth St., Derby has been entrusted with her arrangements. Friends may leave condolences at www.adzimafh.com.
Hine, William R.
William R. Hine, age 87, of Milford, beloved husband of Patricia Chedister Hine, died on Sunday, September 6, 2020 at Connecticut Hospice.
William was born in Meriden, CT on October 30, 1932 to the late Clarence and Lillian Delaney Hine. William was a proud veteran and served in the US Air Force for four years. He was a supervisor at Milford Rivet for 42 years.
William loved golf and was a talented carpenter. Survivors include his children: William Jr. (Jenny), Debra (Kenny), Jeffrey, Darnese (Wes) and Dorrae (Frank), step-children; Lisa (Umberto), Suzan (Stephen), Christine (David), and Johnny (Sara), his 102 year old, Aunt Gladys, whom he had tea with every Thursday, and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
William is predeceased by his brother and sister, Peter, and Pauline Hine. A Celebration of William’s life will be held at a later date. THE GREGORY F. DOYLE FUNERAL HOME, MILFORD is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to assist the family may make contributions directly to the family or through the funeral home.
Imperato, Margaret “Peggy”
Peggy was active in the Milford Community and was on the board of the Milford Rape Crisis Center. She started her career with the CT National Bank and went in to management with Bank of America until her retirement. Peggy loved caring for her family and raised her grandson, Paul Jr., from when he was two years old. She will be greatly missed.
Peggy is survived by her beloved husband, Louis Imperato, Jr.; her children, Debra (Luke) Duguid, Ray Swiderski, and Paul (Antonella) Swiderski; her five grandchildren, including Rachel, Megan and Paul, Jr., of whom she was especially close; her siblings, Pat Larson of Missouri and George (Marge) Allen; her two cats, Mufasa and Simba; and her several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son, Anthony Swiderski.
All services will be private at this time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd., Branford, CT 06405. The family is being compassionately cared for by the staff at Cody-White Funeral Home 107 Broad Street, Milford, CT 06460. To leave online condolences, please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.
Jennings, Edward David
Edward David Jennings, 68, of Milford, devoted husband for 47 years of Rosemary Jennings, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on August 25, 2020 after a short illness. Born in Norwalk, CT he was the son of the late Edward and Beverly Jennings.
Ed was a graduate of Brien McMahon High School, class of ’69. Ed majored in business and minored in music at the University of New Haven where he graduated in 1974. Ed had a zest for learning and later in life he obtained a Masters of Education at Capella University’s Instructional Design in 2011.
Ed had an extensive and diverse career including: disc jockey, free-lance music writer, computer software technologist at Microsoft and DEC Corporations, blog writer, a technology instructor in the computer networking management career track at Branford Hall Career Institute, and most recently he was a department chair at Porter & Chester Institute and a Professor at Housatonic Community College.
Other than his family, Ed’s great love was music. He was a music enthusiast, journalist, and historian who enjoyed nothing more than live music and attending concerts. He attended over 500 concerts at venues across the nation. Ed’s faith was also of great importance and he was an active member of St. Agnes Church where he served as a lector and was a member of the Knights of Columbus.
In addition to his beloved wife, Rosemary, Ed is survived by his cherished son, Matthew Jennings; his brother, Wayne Jennings; his siblings-in-law, Marian and Frank Flynn, Florence and Phil Sheridan, James and Joanne Izzo and Pat Izzo; his nieces and nephews, Paul and Ariel Domlyn, Frank and Laurie Flynn, Philip Sheridan, Lucy and Griffin Suter, Frank Izzo and Christian Izzo; his great nieces and nephews, Claudia Domlyn, Caroline, Luke, Ethan, and Blake Suter. Ed was predeceased by his brother-in-law, Frank Izzo.
Ed will be missed for his open heart and peaceful spirit. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Saint Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org . The family is being compassionately cared for by the staff at Cody-White Funeral Home 107 Broad Street, Milford, CT 06460.
Johnson, Robert K.
Leiby, George A.
George A. Leiby, 86, (August 25, 1934 – August 29, 2020) of Milford, CT, passed away of natural causes and is survived by his beloved wife Gail L. Leiby and children Denice (Leiby) Simone, Dawn (Leiby) Quinn (James Quinn III), and Jeffery Leiby (Christine Leiby).
He is also survived by brother-in-law, Harry Lindberg (Mariellen Lindberg), and grandchildren Anthony Simone, Caroline Quinn, Ryan Leiby, Samantha Leiby and great-grandchild, Ava Simone.
George lived his life to the fullest and cherished spending time with his family and friends simply talking, sharing a meal, or playing cards.
He enjoyed hunting in Vermont and all sports throughout his life, whether playing football when he was younger, coaching baseball, playing golf, or watching the UCONN Huskies. George was a compassionate person, always expressing kindness to all, lighting up every room, and lifting everyone’s spirits.
George graduated from Bassick High School in Bridgeport, CT, and served in the 101st Airborne in the US Army as a Paratrooper and Sharpshooter. Prior to retiring, George worked in the tire and metal business and at Port 5, National Association of Naval Veterans.
George will be deeply missed by his family and friends, but his spirit will live forever in our hearts. At this time, there will be no services.
Leto, Peter J.
Peter would basically do anything for his wife. He asked her once,” what is your dream”. His 29-year old wife impulsively blurted out, “Disney World”!! Within months, he took her there, and took her there more than 30 times during their 36-year partnership. Peter took his wife, children and grandchildren on many wonderful trips, where they made memories to last a lifetime.
Survivors include his beloved children, Jennifer (Hedman) Ruzbasen (Michael) of Avon, Christopher Hedman (Kate) of Northford, four grandchildren that he adored, Cailyn, Matthew, Ryan and Caden, his brothers and best friends, Joseph Leto (Colleen) of Milford, Frank Leto (Patricia) of FL, and his precious “baby” sister Mariann Sahirad (Mohsen) of Simsbury, along with his many beloved nieces and nephews, all who brought so much love and joy into his life.
Friends may greet the family on Tuesday, September 8, 2020, from 5 – 8 p.m. at the THE GREGORY F. DOYLE FUNERAL HOME, 291 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. To share a memory, please go to
www.gregoryfdoylefuneralhome.com.
Litvinoff, Arthur Spencer
Arthur Spencer Litvinoff – “Buddy” of Milford & North Branford, CT- passed away peacefully on August 28, 2020.
He was 85 years old.
Buddy was born in Bronx, NY, and was predeceased by his parents Larry and Freida Litvinoff, and his only brother, Stewart.
Buddy is survived by his loving wife of 61 years – Roberta (Hoffman) Litvinoff.
Other survivors include his beloved children Marc and Sharon Litvinoff of Seattle, WA; Leonard and Laura Litvinoff of Milford, CT; David Litvinoff of Milford, CT. Grandchildren Adam Litvinoff (Mae), Eric Litvinoff (Anna), Kaitlyn Litvinoff (Chris), Zachary Litvinoff, Sarah Litvinoff and Joshua Litvinoff (Shamar). Great-grandchildren Sophia, Tyler, and Owen. He also leaves his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Michael and Janice Hoffman; sister-in-law Zoe Litvinoff; and several beloved nieces and nephews.
Throughout his life, Buddy was very active in the Milford and Orange communities; a past president of Temple B’nai Shalom in Milford and an active member of Congregation Or Shalom in Orange after the synagogues merged.
In 1965, Buddy opened his own company, Mar-Len Printing, which is still family owned and operated.
Buddy was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who loved his family above all else.
Buddy and Roberta raised their family in Milford, CT and lived there until they retired to Evergreen Woods in North Branford, CT.
The family wishes to thank the devoted staff at Evergreen Woods for their unsurpassed care and support, especially during Buddy’s final days.
Due to the current COVID Health Crisis Private Funeral services will be held at Graveside for Immediate Family and are under the care of The Robert E. Shure & Son Funeral Home, New Haven, CT. For live streaming of the Funeral Service, to sign an online registry book or to leave a message of condolence, please visit; www.shurefuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that charitable contributions in memory of Arthur Litvinoff be made to the Brain Support Network, PO Box 7264, Menlo Park, CA 94026, www.brainsupportnetwork.org, or to The Evergreen Woods Employee Scholarship Fund, 88 Notch Hill Road, Box 253, North Branford, CT 06471.
Marshall, June
June loved family gatherings and never missed a wedding, anniversary or birthday celebration. She loved the art of crocheting and crocheted blankets for each member of her family including one for each new baby that arrived. June was a “people person”. She made friends wherever she went. June loved taking her friends for Sunday drives topped – off with ice cream cones. She enjoyed listening to Irish music, watching her favorite TV shows or watching something from her extensive movie collection. She always looked forward to watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. June had a long career as paymaster at Dresser Industries in Stratford, CT.
June leaves behind her brother, Vincent Wildman (Vicki); sister-in-law, Evelyn Gaetano; nieces and nephews, Linda (David) Casey, Kevin Marshall (Dee), Kim (Stephen) Fenlon, William (Amy) Marshall, Jr., Carol (Tom) Dargon, Marianne (Chuck) Davenport, Ronald (Don Growhoski) Marshall and June Passmore; and many great nieces, great-nephews and cousins. June was predeceased by her siblings, George Marshall, William (Anna) Marshall and Robert Marshall; and nephew, George Marshall. June’s family would like to extend a special thank you to her two home companions, Julia and Krystyna.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. with a Funeral Service at 10:30 a.m. at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad Street, Milford, CT. Due to size gathering restrictions, only 25 people will be allowed in the building at one time with masks and social distancing required. Entombment will follow at Mountain Grove Cemetery, 2675 North Ave., Bridgeport, CT. Memorial contributions may be made to Connecticut Children’s Hospital, www.connecticutchildrens.org. To leave online condolences, please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.
Mattera, Michael Louis
Besides his wife, Mike leaves behind his children Michele (John) Regan and Tina (Victor) Goleblowski; five grandchildren, Owen, Kate, and Caroline Regan and Marcel and Melissa Guay; and one great-grandchild, Gianna. He was predeceased by his brother, Anthony.
Friends and family may call TODAY, Friday, September 4, 2020 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad St., Milford, CT 06460. Masks are required and only 25 people will be allowed in at a time. A Prayer Service will take place at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home and interment will follow at Kings Highway Cemetery, 271 Cherry St., Milford. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or at www.stjude.org. To leave online condolences, please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.
McCarthy, John “Jack”
John “Jack” McCarthy, 82, of Milford, beloved husband of the late Elinor McCarthy, partner of Nadine Sharp, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2020. Born on February 18, 1938 in Derby, he was the son of the late John Theodore and Mary Kiley McCarthy.
Jack was born and raised in Ansonia, CT and was a member of Assumption parish and then St. Agnes parish in Milford. Jack honorably served his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1955 to 1959. Shortly after leaving the Air Force, Jack had a long career as a system analyst, at notable companies such as Armstrong Rubber, Donahue Sales, Uniroyal, CR Gibson, and Southern CT State University.
In his early years, Jack enjoyed playing cards and pool at Trams and later Hillside with his buddies. He played softball, handball, racquetball and eventually golf. He was a volunteer firefighter at the Webster Hose Company in Ansonia. He enthusiastically watched sports, especially the NY Yankees, NY Giants, and Big East basketball. Jack loved to travel and always organized the plans. Jack was an avid lover of happy hours, listening to live music, dancing, and singing karaoke. His most favorite times were parties with friends and family, and being with his grandchildren. He was a proud Irishman and loved to show it. Jack lived every minute of his life to the fullest and always with enthusiasm; his presence will be missed but never forgotten.
Jack is survived by his daughter, Casey Gray and her husband James; his grandchildren, Lauren, Brianna, Stephanie and Erica Gray and Matthew McCarthy; and many extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his son, John Timothy McCarthy, Jr.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, August 29, 2020, at 11 a.m. at Saint Agnes Church (Precious Blood Parish), 400 Merwin Ave., Milford. (MEET DIRECTLY AT CHURCH) Gathering restrictions limit 100 people to be inside the church at once and masks are required.
Interment will be private. Friends and family may call from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, August 28, 2020 at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad St., Milford, CT. Only 25 people will be allowed inside the funeral home at a time and masks are required.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Saint Jude Children’s Research Hospital at http://www.stjude.org/.
Montalto, Eleanor
When she resided in Orange, Eleanor was a longtime communicant of Holy Infant Church. She was employed as a beautician at area salons and previously employed at the Edw. Malley Co., New Haven. Active in both the West Haven and Orange Senior Centers, Eleanor was a former member of The Blossom Tappers.
Visitation will take place on Tuesday morning from 9 – 10:30 at West Haven Funeral Home at the Green. A graveside service will take place at 11 in St. Lawrence Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Eleanor’s name may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. To leave a message for Eleanor’s family, please visit our website: www.westhavenfuneral.com.
Parmelee, Mary C.
Mary was born in Bridgeport, CT on February 20, 1922 but grew up in Newburgh, NY where she worked as a secretary at Stewart Field before WWII.
She later moved to Westfield, MA then to Orange, CT in 1958. She was an active member of the Orange Congregational Church and in later years enjoyed her volunteer work at Connecticut Hospice and St. Raphael’s Hospital.
Mary had a true zest for life and was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was happiest when spending time with her family and friends and loved to laugh, travel, play golf, read, entertain and play bridge.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or Hospice.
Petzold, Victoria DeGross
Visitation will be held on Saturday morning from 9 – 10:30 at the West Haven Funeral Home, with a service to commence at the funeral home at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Lawrence Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice. To leave an online condolence, please visit our website at www.westhavenfuneral.com.
Purpora, Emily Rose
Visitation will take place on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the West Haven Funeral Home at the Green. On Thursday the procession will leave the funeral home at 10:30. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Holy Infant Church at 11 o’clock. Interment will follow in Mt. St. Peter’s Cemetery, Derby. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Emily Rose Purpora may be directed to Vitascommunityconnection.org. To leave an online message for the family, please visit our website: www.westhavenfuneral.com.
Rispoli, Irene
She is survived by her children Vincent Rispoli Jr. of Branford (Donna), Gary Rispoli of East Haven (Patricia), and Donna DelBasso of Orange. She was predeceased by her siblings Helen Horobin (Thomas) and Everett Phelps Jr. (Barbara). She adored her grandchildren Vincent (Brittany), Sarah, Matthew, Candace, Timothy (Rita), Casey, Taylor, and great-grandchildren Joshua, Gabriella, and angel Timothy Leon. Her proudest moments were spent watching baseball games, attending dance recitals and enjoying school performances of her children and grandchildren. She was surely their number one fan. Her family was her world.
In her younger years, she competed in many beauty pageants including Miss Connecticut. She also held the titles of Miss Roton Point, Miss Democracy, Miss WELI, and many others. Even as she aged she never left home without the latest fashions and accessories. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who was extremely proud of her Catholic faith and Irish heritage. In her final years, she found strength in her weekly visits from her dear friend Lana who would pray with her and administer the Holy Eucharist. This was a true reminder to trust God even when her body and mind failed her. The supportive care of her devoted daughter, Donna, and loving granddaughter, Sarah, along with weekend visits from her granddaughter, Casey made her last years as comfortable as possible. As the prayer matriarch of our family watches over us from heaven, we are truly blessed to carry on her legacy of deep abiding faith.
Family and friends may gather on Tuesday, August 25, 2020, at Keenan Funeral Home, 238 Elm St., West Haven, from 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.. The procession will leave the funeral home for a mass of the Christian burial at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Infant Church, 450 Racebrook Rd., Orange. Interment will be at the St. Lawrence Cemetery Mausoleum,West Haven, CT. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.keenanfuneralhome.com.
Rodriguez, Gisela H.
Gisela H. Rodriguez, age 82, of Milford, beloved wife of Jose Rodriguez, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Gisela was born in Cuba on January 7, 1938 to the late Leopoldo and Luz Marina Hernandez Laffitte.
Gisela retired from the Bridgeport Board of Education after 15 years of service and prior to that she owned and operated Gisel’s Bakery in Bridgeport for many years where she enjoyed her love of baking and business. A world traveler with a radiant, graceful soul, she always prioritized family above all.
A most loving and devoted mother and grandmother, Gisela will be forever missed and survived by her husband Jose Rodriguez, her children, Gisel Zergiebel (Earl) of Guilford and Carlos Rodriguez (Ana), six grandchildren; Luke, Eric and Rhiannon Zergiebel and Steven, Kevin and Katie Rodriguez and her seven siblings; Leopoldo Laffitte, Consuelo (Juan) Fresco, Alberto (Zeida) Laffitte, Carolina Alvarez, Raul (Susie) Laffitte, and Milagro (Domingo) De Guzman along with many beloved nieces and nephews. Gisela is predeceased by her brother-in-law, Herminio Alvarez.
Services will be at St. Anne’s Church, 501 Naugatuck Avenue, Milford, CT on Monday, September 7, 2020 at 11:00am.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, http://www.lls.org/. To share a memory please go to www.gregoryfdoylefuneralhome.com.
Schneider, Rochelle (Tabachnick)
Rochelle (Tabachnick) Schneider died Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at her home in Milford, CT. A daughter of David Tabachnick and Yadvega Yellen, Rochelle was born in New York City on August 3, 1941. She attended the University of Illinois, Western Connecticut State College, and the Jewish Theological Seminary. She earned several Master Degrees in Jewish Education and Counseling. Her professional career spanned decades and included serving as a jewish education teacher, principal of a Jewish school and partner of Changing Perspectives LLC where she was able to utilize her counseling skills. She also founded Advocates for the Disabled. She is survived by her brother Michael Tabachnick, his wife Nikki, three step sons James Hutchings, Edward Hutchings, Sam Schneider, two step daughters, Karen Hutchings, Anita Hutchings, and three daughters Barbara Cohen, Catherine Bramball, and Elisabeth Hutchings.
Robert E. Shure Inc. Funeral Home is in charge of the funeral service, which will be Friday at 1 p.m. The funeral will be live streamed and is accessible through the funeral home website.
Contributions may be made to Congregation Or Shalom, 205 Old Grassy Hill Road, Orange, CT 06477.
Tretola, Michael Thomas
Michael Thomas Tretola, Sr., 89, of Milford, CT and formerly of Brooklyn, NY, beloved husband of Anne (Topputo) Tretola passed away peacefully on September 10, 2020. Born on June 13, 1931 in Brooklyn, NY he was the son of the late John and Rose (Giuffre) Tretola.
Mike proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps and worked on Wall Street for nearly 50 years. He was an avid bowler in CT and NY and was a huge NY Yankee fan.
Mike is survived by his children, Rosemarie (Jeff) Gomer and Michael T. (Jill) Tretola, Jr.; his grandchildren, Timothy (Lindsey), Alison (Randy), Robert and Michele; and his great grandchildren, Eliza, Aaron, and Brooklyn.
Family and friends may call on Sunday, September 13, 2020 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the CODY-WHITE FUNERAL HOME, 107 N. Broad St., Milford, CT 06460. Social distancing and masks will be required. Due to gathering size limitations, only 25 people will be allowed inside at a time.
Interment with Military Honors will take place on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at 10 a.m. at State Veteran’s Cemetery, 317 Bow Ln, Middletown, CT 06457 (MEET DIRECTLY AT THE CEMETERY). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors Project at http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org.
Ulles, Frances D.
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