Marie L. (Mitchell) Mentes

Marie Mentes, age 90, of Fairfield, CT passed away peacefully on April 25th. She was born in Stratford, CT to the late Arthur and Mary (Soltis) Mitchell. She was a lifelong resident of Fairfield, CT for 65 years with her late husband Richard. She and Richard were longtime members of the Port 5 and Fayerweather Yacht Club in Bridgeport, CT.

She was a loving wife, sister, mother and grandmother. She always loved making her Hungarian cookies at Christmas time and eating lobster at any time.

Marie is survived by her 4 children, son Richard, 3 daughters - Tina and her husband Jay and their 2 children Aaron & Stephen, Dawn Mentes, Elaine Weiant and her husband Bruce, sister Barbara Mitchell, brother Joseph Mitchell and wife Mary, as well as nieces.

At the request of the family, a private burial will be held at Lawncroft Cemetery in Fairfield. Flowers or memorial contributions to your favorite charity are equally welcome.