Aug 28, 2021

Joseph Vincent Burns, age 91, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 28th at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport, CT. Born, also at St. Vincent’s, on August 24, 1930, he was one of six beloved children of the late Joseph and Mary Burns.

Known as “Vinnie” or “Vin” by most, and then as “Joe” by others later...

Aug 28, 2021

Louise Kathryn Tatangelo peacefully bid farewell to all of those who loved her on August 28, 2021 at the most fortunate age of 92. The power of her Love is so strong it will be with us forever.

Louise will forever be our family’s Matriarch. Her offerings of unconditional love and shared words of wisdom...

Aug 26, 2021

Marion D. Bertolini, 86, of West Haven, CT passed away peacefully at her loving son and daughter-in-law’s home in Waxhaw, North Carolina.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Robert Bertolini. Mother of George (Jennifer) Doms. Loving supporter of Robert’s children:  Elizabeth (Jim) Brown, Robert A. (Laura) Bertolini Jr., James (Dorothy) Bertolini Sr., and proud and loving...

Aug 26, 2021

Carpe Diem

And seize the day she did. It was bright and early on the beautiful morning of August 26, 2021 that Jean said “Toot-a-loo” (but not Goodbye!) to all of us who loved her. One journey ends, while another begins. So, how does one write the story of a very special person?...

Aug 21, 2021

Mary H. Whalen of Westport, CT, passed away Sat. August 21, 2021, after a brief illness.

She was born In NYC to John Cornelius and Theresa Doyle Hoctor and grew up with her sister Theresa in Yonkers NY.

After graduating in the early 40’s from Gorton HS in Yonkers...

Aug 17, 2021

Patrick Joseph Begley, age 84, of Cos Cob, beloved husband of 55 years to Mary McWeeney Begley, passed away peacefully Tuesday, August 17, 2021 with his family at his side.  Born in Tuam, County Galway, Ireland, one of 18 children of the late Peter and Delia Melody Begley, he came to the United States in May 1962. Pat retired...

Aug 11, 2021

Adele J. Neilson, of Fairfield, beloved wife of the late James Neilson, passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at the Jewish Senior Services.  Born in Utica, NY the daughter of the late Stanley and Tekla Szafranski, she had been a Fairfield resident since 1962.  She was a dedicated and well-respected Registered Nurse and a devoted and loving mother...

Aug 11, 2021

Bernard Francis Martin, age 93, beloved husband of Roxanne (Gette) Martin for over 65 years, passed away on August 11, 2021. Bernard “Barney” was born on August 22, 1927 to Bernard and Dorothy (deWitt) Martin.  He was a lifelong Fairfield resident.

After serving in WWII as a radar operator with the United States Navy on the USS...

Aug 9, 2021

Lee Douglas Hitchcock, age 89, beloved husband of Gail R. Hitchcock, of Myrtle Beach, SC, passed peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, August 9, 2021. Mr. Hitchcock was born in Middletown, CT on November 9, 1931 and resided in Cromwell, CT where he attended local schools. He went on to attend the University of Vermont, graduating with his...

Aug 8, 2021

Barbara (Bobbie) R. Trahnstrom of Fairfield, beloved wife of the late Nils Walter Trahnstrom, passed away peacefully in her home Sunday, August 8, 2021.  Born in Mount Vernon, NY on July 13, 1929, the daughter of the late Peter and Ethel (Grant) Rhynas, she had been a Fairfield resident since 1965.  She was a 1947 graduate of A.B. Davis...

Aug 7, 2021

Wayne Scott Harrison, long time Fairfield resident, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2021. Wayne was born May 28, 1928 in Pittsburgh, PA to Roy and Anna (Bell) Harrison. He grew up in the Pittsburgh area and graduated from Bucknell University in 1951 with a degree in Commerce & Finance; he was a member of the Lambda Chi Alpha ...

Aug 5, 2021

Richard Pearson Larm, a prominent Justice Department attorney who influenced U.S. international trade and antitrust policy, died Aug. 5, 2021 at Bridgeport Hospital in Connecticut of Parkinson’s Disease. He was 76.

He was born May 20, 1945 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Lorraine Pearson Larm, a mathematics educator at the Kent Denver School, and Fordyce A....

Jul 29, 2021

Tiffany Poubel passed away on July 29th at the age of 29. She leaves behind vignettes like images of her big brown warm eyes that were captivating and filled with deep empathy and love for all people. Her childlike essence and spirit always shined through her beautiful smile with dimples that were unique and distinct to her. With a...

Jul 29, 2021

Joan H. (Doherty) Mahoney, age 94 of Fairfield, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family Thursday, July 29, 2021. Born in Medford, MA, the daughter of the late Charles and Helen Doherty, she had been a Fairfield resident the past 57 years. Joanie graduated from St. Clement High School in Somerville, MA and Regis College in...

Jul 16, 2021

Thomas Otto Rotzal, Sr., age 70, of Milford, formerly of Fairfield, beloved husband of Cindy Rotzal, passed on Friday, July 16, 2021. Tom’s lifelong passion was for cars. He drove a tow truck from the age of 17, and continued working on and collecting cars throughout his life. Tom was also an avid bowler, competing in leagues since a...

Jul 16, 2021

Thomas Brill, 29 years old, of Stratford, CT, passed away Friday, July 16, 2021 in his home. Thomas grew up in Fairfield, CT and attended his high school in Lagrange, NY. He graduated from Arlington High School with the class of 2010. Thomas’ first love was photography, but later he found the hip-hop industry, where he continued crafting his...

Jul 14, 2021

John Patrick McArdle, age 93, of Bonita Springs, FL, formerly of Southport, beloved husband of nearly 60 years of the late Dolores Marie McArdle, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 14, 2021 in his home.  Born in Brooklyn, NY, the son of the late Henry and Margaret (Healy) McArdle, he lived for many years in Port Jefferson Station, NY prior...

Jul 14, 2021

Arthur C. Humby, II (Rusty), age 67 of Fairfield, beloved husband of Karen Donahue Humby for 45 years, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family Wednesday, July 14, 2021 following a courageous battle with ALS.  Born in Stamford, the son of the late Arthur and Bette O’Connell Humby, he had been a Fairfield resident for most...

Jul 3, 2021

John (Jack) E. Harwood, age 92, of Fairfield beloved husband of 61 years to Mary Jane (Barber) Harwood, passed away peacefully Saturday, July 3, 2021 at the Carolton Chronic & Convalescent Hospital in Fairfield.  Born in Bridgeport, the son of the late John and Estelle Harwood, he had been a lifelong Fairfield resident.   A graduate of Roger Ludlowe High...

Jul 2, 2021

Ralph F. Fortuna, of Fairfield, passed away peacefully on July 2, lovingly surrounded by family, at the age of 83.

The youngest of six children, Ralph was predeceased by his parents Frank and Mary Fortuna; siblings Ray Fortuna, Mary DiMartino, Pat Fortuna, Ann Skubas, and Stella Barrett. Ralph is survived by his first wife, Rena Fortuna, daughters...