Sigrid “Siggy” Amundsen
Sigrid R. Amundsen, age 72, of Milford, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 25,2023 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was the wife of Carl Amundsen of nearly 50 years. Born in Brandenburg, Germany. She was the daughter of Hanny Prietzel and the late Erich Prietzel. She graduated from Woodlands High School and attended Berkley Secretarial School in Hartsdale, NY. She worked at IBM, Equitable Life Insurance and Subway World Headquarters where she retired after 17 years. After retiring she would help Carl tend their garden at the Milford Community Gardens for 16 years. She loved bowling especially on a league for many years. The most pleasure of all was helping take care of her Granddaughter Megan. She enjoyed their trips to the beach, picking her up from school, many sleepovers, trips to Carvel on Wednesdays, their shopping trips which always concluded with a stop at Starbucks and overall just spending time with Megan. She enjoyed watching baseball, cheering on the Yankees and Mets, football; Giants and Jets and watching Golf. Siggi and Carl really enjoyed taking many, many Cruises to the Carribean, Mediterranean, and Hawaii.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband, Carl; devoted daughter, Lori and her husband, Ed; granddaughter, Megan; brother, Rainer; niece, Jessica and nephew, Erich; longtime friend since 2nd grade and Lori’s godmother, Luule Suozzi and many, many friends.
Mom will be remembered as a sweet, thoughtful, funny, supportive, always there for her family and friends, special lady who will be dearly missed.
Her family would like to thank Dr Zhao Lu of Oncology Hematology Care of Connecticut and the entire staff for their care and support over the years.
Family and friends are invited to gather on Friday, June 2, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the CODY-WHITE FUNERAL HOME, 107 BROAD STREET, MILFORD, CT 06460.
Barbara Antisdale
Barbara Lovell Antisdale, 89, a lifelong resident of Milford died peacefully on May 25, 2023, in the company of her children. She was predeceased by her husband, Carl Martin “Marty” Antisdale, with whom she shared 62 years of marriage. She was born in Milford on July 24, 1932, to Herbert Jackson Lovell and Eleanor Bird Lovell, and was the stepdaughter of Dorothy Wilkins Lovell. After graduating from Milford High School in 1951, Barbara began working at Friendly Finance. In the early years of her marriage, she lived briefly in Panama during Marty’s military service. Barbara and Marty later returned to Milford where they raised their family. As her children grew older, Barbara returned to work as an office administrator at Warren Labs and Milford Internal Medicine and, in retirement, she volunteered at the Connecticut Audubon Society. A true New England Yankee, Barbara was fiercely independent. She loved sunny days, the beach, and white wine on the rocks, and she was blessed with lifelong friends, wonderful neighbors and a series of well-loved rescue dogs. She will be remembered for her boundless love and support of her children and grandchildren. After a long, healthy life she faced her final days on her own terms with bravery and dignity. She leaves a legacy of rich memories of a life well lived.
Barbara is survived by her children and their spouses, Kevin and Joan Antisdale of Fairfield, Michael Antisdale and Mark Melanson of West Hartford and Susan and Lee DuBrow of Milford; five grandsons, Connor and Samantha Antisdale of Fairfield, Ryan Antisdale of Tampa, FL, Evan Antisdale of Fort Lauderdale, FL, Steven DuBrow of Milford and Kevin DuBrow of Milford; two great-grandsons Christopher and Riley Antisdale; several nieces and nephews, including a special niece, Deborah Bowley of Stratford. She was predeceased by her sister Virginia Potts.
A private memorial will be held at a future date and the family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to a pet charity of your choice. The Antisdale family is being compassionately cared for by the staff at CODY-WHITE FUNERAL HOME, 107 BROAD ST., MILFORD, CT. To leave online condolences, please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.
Robert “Bobby” Paul Auger
Robert Auger, known to those who loved him as “Bobby”, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2023, at The Connecticut Hospice in Branford, CT. Bobby was born on May 3, 1949, in Bridgeport, CT to the late Walter and Ethel Auger.
Bobby held a few positions early in his career, including Marlin Firearms at both the New Haven and North Haven locations as well as Avco Lycoming in Stratford. Afterward, Bobby worked for the City of Milford for over 35 years, a position that allowed him to serve the city he loved and meet many of its fellow residents.
Upon his retirement, Bobby began working as the Ramp Attendant for Milford Lisman Landing Marina. He looked forward each summer to spending time in the sun and going above and beyond to assist the boaters, while making friends with the locals who visited the dock.
Bobby was a proud Milford resident who was a fixture in the community both through his service with the City of Milford and his support of local small businesses and participation in community events. He never failed to try a new bakery or restaurant in town, and was sure to deliver samples to his loved ones.
Another highlight of his summers was attending the Milford Oyster Festival, where he enjoyed catching up with friends, striking up a friendly conversation with a fellow festival-goer, visiting the local arts and crafts tables, and taking every opportunity to share his witty humor and corny jokes along the way.
Bobby was an avid sports fan who had an encyclopedic knowledge of sports trivia that spanned several decades and numerous types of sports. He never missed a chance to cheer on his favorite teams, chief among these the Atlanta Braves, New York Giants, Montreal Canadiens, and UConn Men’s and Women’s basketball teams. Bobby had a passion for reading books and music, endlessly adding to his impressive collections.
As passionate as Bobby was about his hopes for the Braves winning another World Series, there was nothing he loved more than his family. Bobby never missed a holiday, anniversary, or special occasion and he always understood the importance of keeping family traditions alive. Bobby was generous, kind, and loving to all those he met.
Bobby is survived by his brother, Richard Auger and his wife, Janet of Milford; his nephew, Daniel Auger and his wife, Becky of Washington DC; and his niece, Jennifer Mirto, her husband, Tommy and their son, Jack of Milford. The family is especially grateful for the care given to Bobby by Dr. Boffa, as well as the team of doctors and nurses from Smilow Cancer Hospital and Connecticut Hospice. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
To honor Bobby’s life and service to the Milford community, a Memorial Service Gathering is to be held on Friday, June 23, 2023, at Cody White Funeral Home (107 Broad St, Milford CT 06460) from 3 to 6 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, friends and family may consider donating to place a commemorative bench honoring Bobby in downtown Milford, the city he loved so dearly. The family has established a GoFundMe, which can be reached at https://gofund.me/c6b51380.
Nicholas J. Barone
Nicholas J. Barone, of Milford, passed away on June 14, 2023. He was born on September 26, 1941 to the late John Barone and Mary Testa Barone in Woodbridge. He was the beloved husband of Kathryn Shanley Barone and proud father of Nicholas Barone (Jamey), Stephen Barone (Nickelle) and Kristine Barone. He is also survived by his brother, Richard Barone (Harriet); his grandson Antonio Threet; and his many nieces and nephews. Nick was predeceased by his brother Jack Barone.
He was a member of the class of 1959 at Notre Dame High School of West Haven. After that he attended Rensselaer, West Point, and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Worcester Polytech class of 1965. He served in the US Army. He worked at GE of Pittsfield and then for Olin Corporation.
Nick had a love for nature, sailing, and gardening. He was an avid fan of the NY Giants. In his retirement years he enjoyed family, friends and traveling. He was a member of Milford Kiwanis Club, the Milford Columbus Committee and American Legion Post 196.
Nick was a beloved friend and member of his community who will be missed by all who knew him.
Family and Friends are invited to gather on Wednesday June 21, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Cody White Funeral Home, 107 Broad St., Milford CT 06460.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Nick’s honor can be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (https://www.michaeljfox.org) at P.O. Box 5014 Hagerstown, MD 21741
To light a candle or leave a condolence in his memory please visit www.CodyWhiteFuneralHome.com.
James Franklin Burdo, Jr.
James Franklin Burdo, Jr, age 89, of Milford, beloved husband of the late Jeanne (Sherwood) Burdo, entered peaceful rest on June 18, 2023.
He was born on December 24, 1933 in Bridgeport and was the son of the late James F. Burdo, Sr. and Harriet (Ball) Burdo. Mr. Burdo was a skilled sheet rock taper for many years. He was a 50+year member of the First United Church of Christ and was also a Cub Scout Master for Pack 5 in Devon. He served in the CT National Guard for nine years.
Mr. Burdo is survived by his devoted son, James F. Burdo, III of Milford and three grandchildren, Anthony, Marcia and Jonathan and several great grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, he was predeceased by his son, William Burdo.
Family and friends may call on Thursday, June 22, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the GREGORY F. DOYLE FUNERAL HOME, 291 BRIDGEPORT AVENUE, MILFORD with a Funeral Service to follow at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at King’s Highway Cemetery, Milford.
Margaret Burke
Margaret Burke, of Milford, CT, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2023 after 93 wonderful years of a prayerful and happy life. She was born on January 17, 1930, in the Bronx, NY to the late Michael and Margaret Flanagan. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Joseph P. Burke after 42 years of marriage.
She was a devoted mother of three who is survived by her son Joseph Burke Jr., daughter Catherine Liontas (husband Peter) and predeceased by her daughter Margaret Gomes of Fort Meyers, FLA. .
Margaret has seven grandchildren: Gary Gomes, Jamie Pledger, Melissa Smith, Jason Gomes, Taryn Bogert, Kaila Collins, and Kyle Collins. She also has eight great grandchildren and two great- great grandchildren! She was devoted to her family, especially her grandchildren.
Margaret, affectionately called Peggy, is predeceased by her two siblings: Theresa Hickey and Michael Flanagan, as well as her cousin who was like a sister, Theresa Conway. Aunt Peggy will also be missed by her many nieces and nephews.
Margaret worked part time at Alexander’s Department Store in Milford and after retirement, she volunteered for the Milford Hospital Thrift Shop. Her hobbies included ceramics and knitting.
Family and friends are invited to gather on Thursday, June 1, 2023 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Cody White Funeral Home, 107 Broad St., Milford. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated that day at 11:00 a.m. Saint Mary Church (Precious Blood Parish), 70 Gulf St., Milford. Interment to follow at Saint Mary Cemetery, Buckingham Ave., Milford.
Carol Buynak
David B. Caldwell
Friends may visit with Dave’s family at Beecher & Bennett Funeral Home, 2300 Whitney Avenue, Hamden on Saturday, June 24, 2023 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. During this time, starting at 5:30 p.m., there will be a celebration of Dave’s life with memories shared by family and friends. A livestream will be available on the Beecher & Bennett Funeral Home website. His burial will be private with his family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Dave’s memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org , an organization he supported. To send a condolence to his family, please see: www.beecherandbennett.com.
Armand J. Cantafio
Armand was very active and volunteered for many civic organizations, most notably he was president and chairman of the CT Burns Care Foundation, past member of the executive board of Quinnipiac School of Law and a member of the Milford Columbus Committee and Chairman of the Town of Orange Economic Development Commission.
In addition to his beloved wife Blanche, other survivors include a son, Timothy Cantafio and his wife Dawn, two daughters, Lori D’Amico and her husband Michael, Karen Feehan and her husband James and their mother, Emily C. Cantafio, step son, Arthur Jennings and his wife Sara, step daughters, Wendy Dulin and her husband Gary, and Sherri Buckley, step son in law, Mark Hoch, a sister, Roseann Luba and her husband Chester, 12 grandchildren, Cayla, Nicholas, Brianna, Armand (AJ), Abigail, Jason, Jenna, Amanda, Gary, Billy, Jake and Ari, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, Louis and Joseph Cantafio, a sister, Connie Sandor and stepdaughter, Kathy Jennings.
The family would like to thank the orthopedic staff on the Verdi 4th floor at St Raphael Hospital, especially nurse Gary and the 6th floor staff at Yale New Haven Hospital, especially nurse Kate.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 16, 2023, at 11:00 AM in St. Lawrence Church, 505 Shelton Ave., Shelton. Interment will follow in the St. Michael Cemetery, Stratford. Friends may greet the family on Thursday from 3:00 to 7:00 PM at the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Rod, Trumbull. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The CT Burns Care Foundation, 601 Boston Post Road, Suite 2, Milford, CT 06460.
Josephine Doris Culmone
Josephine (Jody) Robinson Culmone passed away peacefully in her home on May 29th at the age of 86 after a courageous battle with Parkinsons. Jody graduated from Hunter College and Hefley Business School in New York and was the Executive Vice President and Principal of Connecticut Insurance Center in Milford, CT. Jody was a remarkable business woman whose achievements included: President and Member of the Board of Directors for Network of Executive Women, Board of Directors and Member of the Milford Chamber of Commerce, first female Chamber of Commerce Businessperson of the year, Board of Directors for Milford Bank, Founder of the Milford Consortium for Childcare Initiatives and the first female invited into the Milford Rotary Club. She was also honored by the Girl Scouts as a Woman of Distinction.
Jody was a kind and giving person who actively participated in many charitable organizations. She held several positions in the United Way, including Finance Chair, Industrial Chair, General Campaign Chair and President. She worked tirelessly in support of the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. In 1988, Jody was honored by then Governor Bill O’Neill as Connecticut Mother of the Year.
Jody is survived by her loving husband Vincent Culmone of Woodbridge, her 4 sons, Vincent, Steven, Douglas and Jeffrey, her 10 grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, we ask for donations to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinsons Research at www.give.michaeljfox.org. The Culmone family is being compassionately cared for by the staff at CODY-WHITE FUNERAL HOME, 107 BROAD ST., MILFORD, CT. To leave online condolences, please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.
Susan Ann (Hansen) Diamantis
Susan Ann Diamantis, age 52, beloved wife of 26 years to George Diamantis, of Milford entered into peaceful rest on June 12, 2023.
She was born on January 7, 1971 in Milford and was the daughter of the late Carl Hansen and Karen A. (Richter) Hansen Povinelli. Susan worked in logistics operations at Unilever in Trumbull for over 25 years. She was a very supportive football mom. Susan was an active member of the First United Church and served on the Faith Formation Committee and was a Sunday School teacher. Her family was everything to her, in her spare time Susan loved to read.
In addition to her devoted husband, Susan leaves her two devoted sons, William Henry Diamantis and Charles Alexander Diamantis both of Milford, her loving sister, Kari Smith and her husband, Jerry, and her two nephews, Scott and Bryan Pala all of Mississippi, she also leaves her stepfather, Hank Povinelli of Florida and her grandmother, Sara Richter of Lamar, MS and many dear friends.
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, June 16, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the First United Church of Christ Congregational, 34 West Main Street, Milford. Interment to follow at King’s Highway Cemetery, Milford. Family and friends may call from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. prior to the service (DIRECTLY) at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted with the GREGORY F. DOYLE FUNERAL HOME, 291 BRIDGEPORT AVENUE, MILFORD. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Susan’s memory to the First United Church, Faith Formation Committee, 34 West Main Street, Milford, CT 06460.
To share a memory, please visit www.gregoryfdoylefuneralhome.com.
Craig R. Dunna
Craig R. Dunna, 78, of Milford, a veteran of the horrific Battle of Ia Drang Valley in 1965, the first major fight between U.S. and North Vietnamese forces, died on May 27 at Yale New Haven Hospital after a years-long battle with cancer.
Craig was born in Bridgeport on March 8, 1945, to Frank and Alice Blair Dunna and graduated from Stratford High School, where he played football, in 1963. He soon, as he said, was “humping artillery shells” in the Ia Drang, a battle depicted in the 2002 Mel Gibson movie, “We Were Soldiers.” Like many of the 1st Cavalry Division soldiers he fought with, he was barely out of high school. Fifty-eight years later, he was still proudly telling its stories.
He is survived by his still-smitten wife of almost 55 years, Diana, for whose late father, Jimmy Schembari, he long worked at the Beach Dry Cleaners in Milford; his beloved sister, Laurie Dunna Lomartere of South Carolina; his coffee buddy mother-in-law, Mary of Milford; her son, Jim, and his wife, Christine Negroni of Old Greenwich; niece Marian Schembari, her husband, Elliot Speed, and daughter, June Schembari of Oregon; nephew Antonio Schembari and his wife, Dr. Jenae Linville of New York; nephew Samuel Schembari of Michigan; nephew Joseph Schembari of Michigan; a godson, Richard Cable of Orange; and more friends he made laugh than his widow could afford to list in a pay-by-the inch death notice. He was one good guy.
For years, Craig got Mary’s pool ready for her summer family gatherings. Today she wants to tearfully announce that everyone should leave their towels at home. The pool is now closed.
Per Craig’s wishes, all services will be private. Those wanting to make a donation in his memory may do so to the Ia Drang Scholarship, at 1st Cavalry Division Association, 302 N. Main St., Copperas Cove, Texas 76522.
Robert Martin Glassman
Robert Martin Glassman, born April 7, 1940, in Brooklyn, New York, died June 8 at Masonicare in Wallingford, Connecticut. Bob, the son of Charles and Sylvia Glassman, grew up in Brooklyn and then Jamaica Estates, New York. As a young man he attended high school at Milford Academy, where he learned to sail and developed a lifelong passion for boats, boating, and all things nautical. After graduation he attended Pennsylvania Military College (now Widener University) and then, following in his father’s footsteps, went to medical school at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland. While in Scotland he met and married his wife of fifty-four years, Kathleen Birnie. During his time in Scotland, he developed a great appreciation for the culture and history of the country, and a lifelong appreciation of single malt Scotch whisky.
When he finished with medical school, Bob and Kathy moved to Long Island, New York where he did his medical internship and residency at Meadowbrook Hospital (now Nassau County Medical Center). He then started at Yale New Haven Hospital as an anesthesiologist and after three years moved to Waterbury Anesthesiology Associates, spending the duration of his career covering both Waterbury and Saint Mary’s Hospitals. He was known by all the nurses and support staff at the hospitals to always be a friendly face and willing to be of service.
Bob, having a passion for sailing, would spend summer family vacations aboard BON ACCORD sailing the waters of New England. A blue water sailor as well, he made many trips to Bermuda, two transatlantic voyages, and sailed across a large part of the Pacific. Following his retirement, he and Kathy lived aboard BON ACCORD sailing the Leeward Islands in the Eastern Caribbean for ten years. He also enjoyed SCUBA diving, was an avid skier, and celebrated his seventy-fifth birthday by going skydiving.
Bob volunteered in the community, serving as Assistant Scoutmaster and then Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 41 at Congregation B’nai Jacob in Woodbridge, continuing for several years after on the Troop Committee. He later served many years as a Mate and “Boat Captain” with Sea Scout Ship 1 in New Haven, teaching youth and imparting his love and knowledge of sailing, navigation and all things nautical. He was known as “Captain Bob” by them and by many in the younger generations of the family. He also spent several summers serving as the medical officer on the staff of the Connecticut Yankee Council’s Cub Scout Resident Camp at Deer Lake Scout Reservation and for the council’s National Youth Leadership Training Course at Camp Pomperaug and at Deer Lake, known by those at those programs as “Dr. Bob”. Bob also loved reading and enjoyed volunteering with the Jewish Coalition for Literacy, working with New Haven school children to improve their reading skills.
In addition to his wife Kathleen and sons Jonathan and Joel, and daughters-in-law Jessica and Michele, Bob is survived by his grandchildren Adam, Benjamin, Seth, Sophie, Taylor and Ryan, his sister and brother-in-law Lillian and John Resnik, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Ronald and Patricia Birnie, nieces and nephews Peter Resnik, Emily Resnik Conn, Mark Birnie and Karen Brownlee.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, June 11 at the Robert E. Shure & Son Funeral Home, 543 George Street, New Haven, Connecticut. Friends may start arriving to the funeral home as of 9:00 a.m. to greet Bob’s family. A private interment will follow immediately after at Beth David Cemetery in Elmont, New York. The family will observe Shiva and will welcome visitors on Monday, June 12 at the house of Jonathan and Jessica Glassman, and on Tuesday, June 13 at the house of Joel and Michele Glassman, both evenings starting at 6:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations to may be made in Bob’s memory to the Connecticut Yankee Council, Boy Scouts of America’s Quinnipiac District or to World Central Kitchen.
Raymond Foster Graves
Raymond Foster Graves, age 87, longtime resident of Milford, entered peaceful rest on June 20, 2023 at Bear Mountain at Sudbury in MA.
He was born on June 16, 1936 in New Haven and was the son of the late Foster and Agnes (Yeomans) Graves. Raymond was an engineering consultant for many years before his retirement.
Raymond is survived by his devoted children, Kevin Graves (Kathy) of MA and Kathleen Graves Black McDonald (David) of GA, also several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Services will be private. Arrangements have been entrusted with the GREGORY F. DOYLE FUNERAL HOME, 291 BRIDGEPORT AVENUE, MILFORD. Donations may be made in his memory to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
Patricia Kenworthy
Patricia M. Kenworthy, 75, of Milford, beloved wife of John H. Kenworthy, who would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary July 1st, passed away peacefully in her home on June 10th, 2023. Born on June 19, 1947 in Bridgeport, CT, she was the daughter of the late Daniel L. and Florence (Burton) Marconi.
In addition to her loving husband, Patricia is survived by her sons- Christopher (Anissa) Kenworthy, of Wallingford; and Matthew (Giacoma Venditti) Kenworthy, of Milford; her beloved grandchildren, Fiorella, Olivia, Scarlett, Matteo and Coleman; siblings, Daniel (Jean) Marconi of Shelton, Leonard (Carlin Hill) Marconi of Milford, Lenore Marconi of Jacksonville, FL; and many cousins, nieces, nephews and other extended family members and friends.
Patricia grew up in Bridgeport and attended Notre Dame High School in Fairfield. She then went on to pursue a career in education, obtaining her B.A. in Science from Southern Connecticut State College in 1969, she also received her Master’s in Reading that summer from the University of Bridgeport and she received her 6th year teaching certificate from Southern Connecticut State University in 1992.
Patricia worked for the Trumbull Board of Education for 38 years where she taught 5th and 2nd grade at Booth Hill School. She loved teaching and she touched and influenced countless lives in her almost 76 years, half of which she spent teaching. Generations of students, parents and colleagues adored Patricia for her efforts in the classroom.
Patricia, or Patti as she was lovingly known, was an avid UCONN Women’s Basketball fan and loved going to games. She loved cooking and baking and would fill her car with food and desserts to bring to any gathering she attended. She also loved traveling and going on cruises. She enjoyed spending time with her “club,” some of her very best, life-long friends. Patti was an avid reader and books were one of her passions along with baking, sewing and embroidery.
Later in life, she began her most enjoyable pastime- being Grandma. She loved her grandchildren more than anything else in the world. Patti took every opportunity to be in her grandchildren’s lives, whether it was attending their sporting events, theatrical endeavors, concerts, or award ceremonies. She loved buying them little presents, cooking for them and, most notably, baking desserts for their birthday parties.
Friends and family may call from 4:00-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at the CODY-WHITE FUNERAL HOME, 107 BROAD ST., MILFORD, CT. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on June 15th at 10:00 am at Saint Gabriel Church (Saint Raphael Parish) 23 Broadway, Milford, CT (MEET DIRECTLY AT CHURCH). Interment will follow at Saint Mary Cemetery, Buckingham Ave. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Smilow Cancer Center, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, or one of the many charities that Patti donated to over the years.
Gail M. (Richards) Kerwin
Gail M. Kerwin, age 67, of Milford entered peaceful rest on June 20, 2023 surrounded by her family and close friends.
She was born on November 26, 1955 in Bridgeport and was the daughter of the late Enver and Grace (Giordanella) Richards. Gail was a nurse anesthetist at Yale New Haven Hospital. She was a member of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA).
Gail is survived by her beloved son, Michael James Kerwin, II and his wife Alexandra of Shelton and her daughter Jennifer Irene Kerwin DeRosa of Florida, three loving grandchildren, Michael James Kerwin, III, Edward Granados and Luke Moore and her brother, John Vincent Richards and his wife Joanne of St. Augustine, FL and many dear friends.
Services will be private. Arrangements have been entrusted with the GREGORY F. DOYLE FUNERAL HOME, 291 BRIDGEPORT AVENUE, MILFORD.
Kathleen M. Kisco
Jean Ann (Topitzer) Lewis
Jean Ann Lewis, age 89, recently residing in Southbury, and former resident of Milford, entered eternal rest on Sunday, June 4.2023. She was the beloved wife of the late James P. Lewis. Sr.. Jean was born on March 30, 1934 in Bridgeport and was the daughter of the late Cornelius and Mae (Elliott) Topitzer.
Jean graduated from Milford High School and attended the University of Connecticut. She went on to teach at St. Ann School in Milford for many years.
Having lived in Milford for most of her life, Jean had a true love and connection to her hometown. She loved the beach, and lived near it for most of her life, ultimately settling in Laurel Beach. In addition, she enjoyed spending time on Cape Cod, where she eventually had a second home.
Jean was an active member of the PTA and also served on the Board of Education. She had a deep passion for flowers and gardening, always taking great pride in the beautiful gardens surrounding her home. She spent many years as a member of the Milford Garden Club, also serving as president for a time.
Those who knew her, knew the true kindness and compassion that made her who she was; Jean’s warm smile was memorable to everyone. Her children and grandchildren were her greatest joy. Her marriage to her husband, James, for 56 years, was one of the greatest love stories of all time. The family is at peace now, knowing they are together for eternity.
Jean leaves four beloved children. Her son, James P. Lewis, Jr. and his wife, Deborah of Faber, VA, three daughters, Mary DiBenedetto and her husband, David of Orange, Emily Kowalski and her husband, Jarett of Milford, and Susan Domizio and her husband, Stephen of Fairfield. She also leaves 11 cherished grandchildren, Gabriella, Alexandra and Joseph DiBenedetto, Nicholas, Benjamin, Olivia and Victoria Kowalski, James and Sean Lewis, and Christopher and Timothy Domizio. Her brother, Neil Topitzer and her twin brother, Gerald Topitzer predeceased her.
Family and friends may call on Thursday, June 8th from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the GREGORY F. DOYLE HOME, 291 BRIDGEPORT AVENUE, MILFORD, CT. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 9, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Saint Gabriel Church, (St. Raphael Parish) 26 Broadway, Milford. Interment will follow in Saint Mary Cemetery, Milford.
Memorial contributions may be made in Jean’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Josephine Patricia Mecca
Josephine Patricia Mecca, known to those close to her as “Pat,” entered into Eternal Rest on May 24, 2023 at her home in Orange, CT. Pat was born on January 21, 1936 in Stamford, CT to the late Joseph Marzullo and Angela (Wisniewski) Marzullo. Pat was the beloved wife of the late Salvatore Mecca.
Pat worked for many years at the Manager of Research and Development for Dictaphone Corp. In her retirement she was an avid gardener and also enjoyed entertaining, baking, crocheting, and playing with her pets. Most of all she cherished spending time with her husband Sal of 65 years and exploring new places and things to see and do.
Pat is survived by her beloved daughter Annie Mecca, her brother Joseph H. Marzullo (wife Madeline), and brother Thomas J. Marzullo, as well as her beloved cat Luciano, many nieces, nephews and additional family. Pat is predeceased by her brother Richard Marzullo.
Family and friends are invited to gather on Thursday, June 1, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Cody White Funeral Home, 107 Broad St., Milford, with a rosary and short prayer service beginning at 10:30 a.m. Interment is to follow at St. Mary Putnam Cemetery in Greenwich, CT.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Pat’s memory for Gregorian Masses can be sent by check and made out to Father Adan Rodriguez, Pastor, Our Lady of the Rosary Chapel, 15 Pepper Street, Monroe, CT 06468.
James D. Nash
James, (Jim, Jimmy, Jimbo, Mumbles) Daniel Nash, 58, of West Haven, beloved companion of Jenn Papke, passed away on June 10, 2023. Born on July 2, 1964 in Milford, CT he was the son of the late Henry John Nash and the late Catherine (Burns) Nash Crowley and her husband, Francis Crowley.
Jim was a graduate of Foran High School 1983, Graduate of Porter and Chester Institute CAD
Design. Jim loved and lived life like he was going to live forever. He loved everyone in his life “as FAMILY”. Jim had a God given gift of being an artist and saw the world from that lens. He was a handyman/jack of all trades, loved to cook especially making his Moms famous Thanksgiving stuffing and coleslaw even competing to prove his was the best. His love of music was a huge part of his life, was an avid Concert goer and loved singing Karaoke where he would make new friends who soon became family to him. He loved The Doors, Johnny Cash and of course Eddy Van Halen / Van Halen were his absolute favorite. He was so proud to use his artistic talents making the banner “The King” he tossed up on stage at VH “Live without a Net Concert”, New Haven, CT 1986! From a very young age of 10 he developed his love for dirt bikes, teaching himself how to take them apart and rebuild in his basement fumes and all. He loved motocross and attending races. He soon graduated to his love of street bikes and riding, proudly loved his Harley, riding for and with family/friends, Laconia bike week in NH was a favorite trip he’d make. He would be the 1st to put together Poker Run, tribute, memorial rides for his beloved friends and twin brother who passed. He looked forward to cold weather to head up north to VT and/or NH for snowmobiling on his “rig” with his buddies. Jim loved his birth/ hometown Milford, CT. He loved a good meal and boy did he love his chicken wings with extra chunky blue cheese dressing. He had the biggest, kindest, most compassionate heart, loving everyone in his life! He always loved to joke around, making others laugh! His laugh was contagious!
He loved and was fascinated by animals of all kind, he advocated against animal cruelty which was very dear to his heart. He truly loved his “Jenny” who was the love of his life. He brought so much love, laughter and light into the lives of all who knew and loved him. Jimbo was greatly loved and will be deeply missed. His life was a blessing and his memories a treasure.
A heart of gold stopped beating / working hands at rest / God broke our hearts to prove to us / He only takes the best / Leaves and flowers may wither / The golden sun may set / But the hearts that loved you dearly / Are the ones that won’t forget.
We will love and miss you always Jim, our Brother, Uncle, Friend, Nephew, Cousin.
In addition to his beloved partner, Jenn, Jim is survived by his siblings, Patrick Nash, Colleen (James) Mikolichick, David (Lisa) Crowley, and Lisa (Edward) McGuinness; nieces and nephews, Crysta (Nick), Sean (Rebekah), Jonathan (Katie), DJ Greer, Tyler, Daniel/Kara, Matthew, Michelle, Brad and Phillip; great nephews, Nathan John Mikolichick and Nathan McGuinness; and his cherished dog, Abby. In addition to his twin brother, John Nash he is predeceased by his sister Frances Nash.
Friends and family may call from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, June 19, 2023 at the CODY-WHITE FUNERAL HOME, 107 BROAD ST., MILFORD, CT.
Interment will take place Monday, June 26, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Saint Mary Cemetery, Buckingham Ave., Milford, CT. A procession will depart Cody White Funeral Home at 10:30 a.m. en route to Saint Mary Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to:
Bikers against Animal Cruelty –
BAAC PO Box 68, North Haven, CT 06473 or online admin@bikersagainstanimalcruelty.org
Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter Resources –
749 East Main Street, Branford, CT 06405 or online brandfordanimalshelter.org
Army’s Legacy Animal and Sanctuary –
PO Box 2160 Bristol, CT 06011 or online rescue@armylegacy.org
If you are unable to join us for the gathering of family and friends, please join us via livestream using the provided link. One Room Streaming.
Virginia Hope Pilla
Virginia (Ginny) was born in Washington DC, was raised in New Jersey, Montana and Pelham NY where she met her husband Patrick. Ginny and Pat raised their 4 children, Janice, Patricia, Daniel and Deborah in Scarsdale NY and retired to Milford CT in 1993.
Ginny’s was an active member of DAR, Colonial Dames, the Milford Literacy Foundation and Milford Garden club. Ginny attended Catherine Gibbs secretarial school and worked at NBC in NYC. She spoke of meeting stars like Elvis and Ed Sullivan, Gene Simmons and would watch the Ernie Kovacs Show. Ginny was a Realtor in Scarsdale NY, worked as a secretary at the Scarsdale Alternative High school.
Ginny sang in the folk mass at St. Pius X Church in Scarsdale NY and appeared on the game show Make a Face winning a week long streak and prizes. Ginny made a professional recorded album and did the NY times crossword puzzle in ink!
Ginny was preceded by her husband, Patrick; her daughter, Mary; her sister, Jane; and her parents, Gerald & Vera Martin and Miriam Skogestad.
She leaves behind her daughter Janice Pilla Civitello and Frank Civitello of Milford CT, Patricia Pilla Richards of Orange CT and Daniel Pilla of NY, Deborah Pilla (David) Vopli of NY, Her 6 grandchildren Kristen (Matthew) Porac, Sarah Warecke (Ben Green), Douglas(Kiki) Richards, Amanda Richards, Alexander (Johanna) Volpi, Maximilian Volpi, 2 Step-Grandchildren, Frank and Jake Civitello,, and 4 great grandchildren; Oliver (Jasmine) Green, Maxwell, Madison & Myles Porac. Siblings John Martin CA, Barbara Ann Martin RI and David Martin AZ.
Ginny loved the beach and her her dogs and cat that will now greet her over the rainbow bridge. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to JDRF or a charity of your choice, in memory of Ginny.
Family and friends are invited to gather on Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with a Memorial Service to begin at 12:30 p.m. at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad Street, Milford, CT 06460.
Lavenia Robertson
Lavenia Green Faulkner Robertson of Milford CT passed away at CT Hospice in Branford on June 18, 2023 a little over a month shy of her 96th birthday. Known as Beanie to some, Memi to others and mom to her seven children, she was born in Alert, Sandy Creek Township, Franklin County, North Carolina on July 24, 1927. She was the daughter of the late Sidney Franklin Faulkner, and Lelia Hale Faulkner.
Lavenia was nicknamed Veanie and then Beanie by her older sister Pat who was too young when Beanie was born to pronounce Lavenia. As a very young child, Beanie remembered having ice cream suppers at her grandparents’ home. In the early 30’s, however, her grandparents lost their farm and life became very hard as it did for many during the Great Depression. Her family moved eight times, always staying in the community. Food was often scarce. Sometimes all they had to eat was peanut butter and Karo syrup on a biscuit. When she was old enough, she went to work in the fields alongside her mother and brothers stripping tobacco and chopping cotton. What sustained her was the love and faith of her parents along with family stories, sibling pranks, laughter, and school. Her mother, who could not read or write at the time, wanted her daughter to have an education so she sent Beanie to school. It wasn’t hard to make her go every day. She loved school. With her natural curiosity and encyclopedic memory, she excelled. Plus, she made lifelong friends. By the time she was in the eighth grade, she was almost six foot tall with long auburn hair. She was a striking young woman who knew so many people in the community and was so well trusted that at election time she was allowed to sit in the room where people voted and vouch for those who could not sign their names.
After graduation from Gold Sand High in 1944 where she was a National Honor Society member as a well as a champion basketball player, she moved to Henderson NC to pursue a career with the US Cadet Nursing Corps. While waiting to meet the age requirement, she got a job in a textile mill. A year later, she met the love of her life, a handsome young marine just home from the South Pacific. They met and married in less than a week on Christmas Eve 1945. It was a whirlwind courtship that turned into a 57 year marriage. Six months after she married, she and her husband, James P. Robertson, left NC and moved to Bridgeport CT, a rapidly growing industrial and manufacturing center. Four years later with three children in tow and one on the way she and her husband moved into their home in Stratford CT. They didn’t have furniture but they had a home. She loved her new home and she loved living in Stratford. She raised her seven children there and considered them her greatest achievement. She wanted them to become loving, caring, honest, and responsible individuals who knew right from wrong. She told her children she would always love them no matter what they did. She gave them her unconditional love. She also told them, however, that if they did something wrong, she was going to let them know. True to her word, she did. She was proud of her children and would often tell them “I love you with all my heart.”
In the 1960’s she went to work, first working part time in retail at Alexander’s at the Milford Post Mall and then at Brooks Hirsh in Fairfield. She moved on to a full-time position in the accounting department at the Acme United Corporation where she remained until she retired at age 70. She enjoyed working and had fond memories of her many co-workers. At work, she was known as Memi. This was the nickname her husband gave her shortly after they met. He did not care for the nickname Beanie. It simply didn’t fit her tall graceful stature.
She loved to sew. She could combine or rework a pattern to give it her own flare. When her children
were young, she made most of their clothes. She enjoyed decorating, and was passionate about gardening. Her yard was filled with beautiful flowers. She loved to shop for presents and little treasures and delighted in receiving them. She was also an avid reader. It was not unusual for her to be reading two and sometimes three books at a time. Her mother once said if they made a statue of her, she would have to have a book in her hand.
She will be remembered for her beauty, grace, charm and incredible memory. She was great at Jeopardy
and often knew more than Ancestry about her many relatives.
She is survived by her children Juan P (Julianne) of Long Beach, CA; Paula Denike (James) of Newtown, CT; Cheri Scholl of Milford, CT; Timothy (Kate) of Phoenix, AZ; Russell (Jing) of San Bernardino, CA; son-in-law, Thomas Bryk, Derby, CT; sister-in-law, Carolyn Faulkner of Franklin, VA; dear friend, Andrew Lerer, NJ; six grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren, two nieces and three nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband, James Paul Robertson, of Stratford, CT; son Donald of NYC; daughter Kyle Bryk of Manassas, VA, her son-in-law, William P. Scholl of Milford who welcomed her into his home for the last 10 years of her life. She was also predeceased by her brother, David Lee (Fannie) of Rolesville, NC; Sidney Franklin (Fayelene) of Henderson, NC; Charles Fenner (Gladys) of Butner, NC; sister Pattie Mae of Alert, NC and one grandchild.
“A great Lady has passed”
A Tribute to Mom will be held at the family’s convenience.
Gerard Rooney
Gerard Rooney, age 89, longtime resident of Milford, beloved husband of the late Ann Marie (Kearney) Rooney, entered peaceful rest on June 18, 2023.
He was born in Carrickmacross, Ireland on January 21, 1934 and was the son of the late James and May (Rafferty) Rooney. He was a lineman for IBEW Local 42 in Manchester and also worked as an electrician for Honeywell in Stratford before his retirement. Gerard was proud of his Irish heritage. He was a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, Gaelic-American Club in Fairfield and the Milford Irish Club. Along with his wife, he enjoyed traveling to Ireland and abroad and countless vacations to Florida and Las Vegas.
Gerard is survived by his three devoted sons, Anthony Gerard Rooney and his wife, Diane of Seymour, Patrick Rooney and Gerald Rooney both of Milford. He also leaves his four loving grandchildren, Zachary, Jacob, Daniel and Andrea. He was predeceased by several brothers and a sister.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, June 26, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at Saint Ann Church (St. Raphael Parish). There will be no calling hours. Arrangements have been entrusted with the GREGORY F. DOYLE FUNERAL HOME, 291 BRIDGEPORT AVENUE, MILFORD Interment will be private. To share a memory, please visit www.gregoryfdoylefuneralhome.com.
Sharon Rutledge
Sharon Rutledge, 63, was encircled by her devoted family and friends on June 2, 2023, when although far too soon and unexpectedly, she received her angel wings.
Sharon is the cherished wife of Michael, devoted mother to Sara (Mark) Kaminski, Michael and Andrew and loving sister to Doreen Mullin and John (Susan) Brosnahan. Ahma’s memory will always be cherished by her grandchildren, Gavin and Caden Kaminski. Aunt Shasha is an aunt to many nieces and nephews, but had a very special bond with Erin (Patrick) Sierer and Kelly (Josh) Hoyt. Sharon was predeceased by her parents Lorraine and John V. Brosnahan, who welcomed her into heaven, alongside her best friend Diane Fowler.
Sharon was her grandson’s biggest fan both on and off the fields and courses. She never missed an opportunity to see them, even if it was from a far. Her family was her life. She enjoyed meeting her great nieces, Teagan, and Emerson at the diner and watching their recital videos, getting a taste of the girly things that she oh so adored! Her door was always open for picnics with her extended firehouse family, Gavin and Caden’s buddies, Sara and Mark’s “framily”, and anyone else who needed to stop by for a coffee, a dip in the pool, or a fire pit. She loved to entertain and share her beautiful space with others. (And boy did she love a good gossip session on her patio!)
More recently Sharon, the athlete (LOL), fell in love with pickleball. Sara and her were a dynamic duo, and fierce competition for many. Mike and Andrew were beginning to follow her lead, and together the family was going to be an unstoppable pickleball force.
Sharon, the traveler, enjoyed the thought of adventures, and when she mustered up the courage, she was able to embark on several. Her trip to Ireland was the ultimate experience for her and Mike. Together they were able to visit their extended family and pay homage to their “homeland”. Sharon and Mike loved exploring Block Island and were looking forward to sharing this special place with dear friends. Recently Sharon and her “Minnie Me”, had the mother-daughter trip of a lifetime to Disney, where they made memories that last forever.
Sharon enjoyed walking Gulf Beach with Mike and her friends, spending countless hours searching for sea glass and oyster shells. She was the proud creator of Blue Point Designs, a hobby turned cherished local business. Sharon, the artist, dedicated most of her weekend days creating personalized oyster shells and home decor for her many customers and community friends. She was passionate about Blue Point, her family will find a way to continue to share her creations with the community.
Sharon is a woman who truly personifies the “Big Heart” of our city motto. She is known to many as the creator and dedicated admin behind the You Know You Live In Milford Facebook page, which gained a following of nearly 30,000 community members. This page was a second “home” to her. She devoted countless hours ensuring her community stayed informed and connected. Sharon, the community leader, inspired all of Milford to decorate street signs during a pandemic, to bring a sense of community, beauty, and peace to our small city during a tough time. In the words of Heidi Borselle, “Sharon was a gem and a community treasure, and will be missed beyond measure.”
The family would like to extend a very big thank you to the Milford Fire Department and the nurses and doctors in the Milford Hospital ER and ICU for making this incredibly difficult time, just a little easier. Lastly, the support shown by the Greenwich Fire Department has provided the family with a deep sense of love and security, that they will forever be grateful for, words of thanks are just not even enough.
The community is invited to celebrate Sharon at her favorite place, Gulf Beach in Milford, CT. on Tuesday June 6, 2023 anytime between 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. A prayer service will be held at 4:00 pm, and anyone who wishes to say a few words, is welcome to. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to an agency very close to Sharon’s heart. Circle of Hope K9 Rescue is a nonprofit, looking to place as many unwanted pups and dogs, like Sharon’s Henry, Roz, and Sylvie, into their forever homes. Donations made in Sharon’s honor can be sent via PayPal to circleofhopek9rescue@gmail.com.
Stephanie Sullivan
Alphonse R. Urso
Alphonse R. Urso, age 95, beloved husband of Phyllis Lurie Urso of Orange, entered eternal rest on May 31, 2023.
He was born on April 4, 1928 in New Haven and was the son of the late Angelo and Theresa (Passamano) Urso. Mr. Urso was a traffic manager for many years for the former Furniture Transport in Milford and Lender’s Bagels in West Haven. In his later years, he and his wife exhibited their jewelry designs at nationally recognized juried art shows.
In addition to his wife, Al leaves his devoted sons, Stephen Urso of Milford and Robert Urso of Charleston, SC, three grandchildren, Alexandra, Matthew, and Brooke Ava Urso and two stepchildren, Jill Lurie of Boynton Beach, FL and David Lurie of Hamden. He also leaves his sister, Connie Torcellini of Myrtle Beach, SC and brother, Joseph Urso of Murrells Inlet, SC.
A Graveside Service will be held on Monday, June 5, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at Saint Mary Cemetery, Milford. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements have been entrusted with the GREGORY F. DOYLE FUNERAL HOME, 291 BRIDGEPORT AVENUE, MILFORD.
Sebastian Albert Vitale
Sebastian Albert Vitale, 38 of West Haven, passed away June 8, 2023. Born in Milford, he was the loving son of Blaise A Vitale and Alberta Vitale.
Sebastian loved animals, music, being outdoors, family gatherings, and vacations in Montauk and Vermont in his childhood. He found comfort in familiarity. Anyone who knew Sebastian would tell you he could “sell sand in a desert” and was proud of his start up business he had in his 20’s Poppin Promotions. He loved to ride his motorcycle and always tried to keep up on the second love of his life, his 84 Trans Am. You could always catch Sebastian trying to find out where he could watch the next MMA fight even though he didn’t have a violent bone in his body. When his birthday time would roll around he would start to nag his mother for his favorite dish of seafood Alfredo which was an annual occurrence for as long as he could remember.
In addition to his parents, Sebastian will be sadly missed by his sister, Balise Vitale and her fiancé,Richard; God’s children: Vada, Sunny Sebastian, and Luc; his niece Siena, and nephew, due in November. Along with a countless number of aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Visitation will be Thursday, June 15, 2023 from 4:00pm – 6:00pm with prayers at 5:30pm at the GREGORY F DOYLE FUNERAL HOME, 291 Bridgeport Ave., Milford.
Those wishing to make a donation in Sebastian’s honor may do so to any charity that supports animals or wildlife.
Mary Ellen Voytek
Mary Ellen Voytek, age 82, formerly of Milford, the beloved wife of the late Michael A. Voytek Jr, passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Bridges by Epoch Assisted Living in Trumbull.
Born on January 12, 1941, in Norwood, MA, to the late Anthony F. and Alice (Kohansky) Kneizys, she has been a longtime area resident. She was a retired operations assistant at Fairfield University. Mary Ellen was a member of Christ the Redeemer and St. Ann’s Church choirs and was a former cantor at Christ the Redeemer. She was also a member of the Milford Senior Center and their choir. She was past-president of the Lady’s Guild at both Christ the Redeemer and St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Fairfield, and was also a member of the Stashu Pendowski 4.
Survivors include her devoted children, Joseph Kelley and his wife Gi of Malta, NY, Patrick Kelley and his wife Tricia of Somerville, NJ, James Kelley and his wife Kathryn of Flower Mound, TX, Timothy Kelley and his wife Cheryl of Southington, and Sean Kelley and his wife Melissa of Smyra, DE, her step-children, Dr. Theresa Voytek and her wife Donna of Glastonbury, Major Thomas Voytek and his wife Geri of MT Vernon, NY, and Tina Girandola and her husband Robert of Yardley, PA, 16 grandchildren, Patrick, Jack, Shannon, Erin, Meghan, Katie, Jake, Liam, Eric, Cindy, Nick, Mellissa, Christopher, Emma, Harry and Meg, a brother Vincent Kneizys and his wife Joann of Lititz, PA, a sister-in-law, Linda Voytek of FL, and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her siblings, Rev. Anthony Kneizys, Angela Keyack, and Francis Kneizys. The family would like to thank the staff of Bridges by Epoch for the kindness and care given to Mary Ellen.
Friends may call on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, from 8:30 – 10:30am in the Adzima Funeral Home 50 Paradise Green Place Stratford, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am in St. Ann’s Church 501 Naugatuck Ave, Milford. Interment will be in St. John’s Cemetery Stratford.
Stanley Williamson
Stanley Williamson, 93, of Milford, Connecticut, beloved husband of Ruth (Hoviskeland) Williamson, passed away on June 18, 2023. Born on July 22, 1929 in Brooklyn, New York, he was the son of the late Severin Williamson and Benny (Svegeness) Williamson.
In addition to his beloved wife of 68 years Ruth Williamson, Stanley is survived by his children; Kathy-Ann (Robert) Unkel, Barbara (Steven) Fries, Randi Williamson, Steven (Amy) Williamson. He is also survived by his adored Grand-Children, Stephanie (Wesley), Devon (Michael), Erik, David, Brendan, Paul, Katrina, Bari Lyn and Sam. Stanley is also survived by his precious Great Granddaughter Scarlett Katherine.
At this time Funeral and Burial arrangements are Private per request of the family. Friends and family are being compassionately cared for by the staff at CODY-WHITE FUNERAL HOME, 107 BROAD ST., MILFORD, CT. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of choice. To leave online condolences, please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.
Charles W. Wise
Charles W. Wise passed away peacefully on April 27, 2023, at his home in Melbourne, Florida. Charles was born on July 20, 1943 in Morgantown, West Virginia to the late Paul Wise and Martha Wise. Beloved husband of the late Katherine Wise.
Charles was a proud U.S. Naval Veteran and went on to have a successful career as a shift leader at Schick. He married his beloved wife, Katherine, in 1969 and they were happily married for over 37 years.
Charles was a hardworking family man and viewed being a father as one of his greatest life accomplishments. In his free time, he greatly enjoyed spending his days outdoors, usually fishing, golfing, and yard work. On stormy days he enjoyed sitting outside either in his garage or under a canopy to watch and listen to the rain fall. Charles was an avid football fan, and passionately cheered on his favorite local high school teams.
He was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend who will be dearly missed.
Charles is survived by his three beloved children: John Paul Wise, Carolynn Knight and her husband Edward Knight Jr., and Marianne Wise. Three grandchildren: Cadence Wise, Olivia Knight, and Sophia Knight. As well as many additional beloved family and friends.
The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to his long time care giver Jennifer Jenkins, who devoted her time to offering Charles loving and compassionate care.
A Memorial Service Gathering is to be held on Wednesday May 31, 2023 at Cody White Funeral Home (107 Broad St, Milford CT) from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Interment with Military honors to follow at Kings Highway Cemetery in Milford, CT.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Charles’s honor can be made to the Dementia Society of America (www.dementiasociety.org)
To light a candle or leave a condolence in his memory please visit www.CodyWhiteFuneralService.com.
Paul Peter Wydra Sr.
Paul Peter Wydra Sr. passed away peacefully on June 10, 2023 at Yale New Haven Hospital in New Haven CT while surrounded by his loving family. Paul was born on June 29, 1928 in Orange CT to the late Elizabeth and Adam Wydra Sr. Beloved husband of 68 years to Beverley Ann Wydra, whom he adored deeply.
Paul was a proud United States Army Veteran who serviced as mechanic during the Korean War. Paul was an extraordinarily hard worker, and often worked multiple jobs. He was an expeditor for Avco, worked for the Grassy Hill Country Club and snow plowed for many Milford businesses. In his free time Paul took great pride in maintaining his home and lawn.
He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather who will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his beloved wife, Beverley, he is survived by their four sons: Paul Wydra Jr. and his wife Donna, Steven Wydra and his wife Jacqueline, Michael Wydra and his wife Berget, and Robert Wydra and his wife Tracey. Seven grandchildren: Jennifer Downing (Shawn), Paul Wydra III (Jaclyn), Danielle Phelan, Audrey Wydra, Aiden Wydra, Sophia Wydra, Evan Wydra, and one great granddaughter Spencer Downing. Paul is also survived by his three siblings: Evelyn Zalenski, Regina DeFrank, and Edward Wydra.
Paul is predeceased by his siblings Joseph Wydra, Adam Wydra Jr., Elizabeth Zalenski, John Wydra, Bernard Wydra, and George Wydra.
In lieu of flowers donations in Paul’s memory can be made to the Milford chapter of Toys for Tots by mail to: Milford Professional Firefighters, Attn: Toys for Tots, 980 New Haven Ave, Milford CT 06460.
A Visitation is going to be held on Tuesday June 13, 2023 at Cody White Funeral Home (107 Broad St. Milford CT 06460) from 4 to 7 p.m. A Prayer Service is to be held on Wednesday June 14, 2023 at Cody White Funeral Home from 10 to 11 am with interment to follow at Union Cemetery in Stratford CT.
To light a candle or leave a condolence please visit www.CodyWhiteFuneralService.com.