Obituaries

Richard Hiendlmayr

Richard Hiendlmayr

Jan 26, 2021

Richard Hiendlmayr, age 97, of Bridgeport and formerly of Fairfield, died January 26, 2021 due to Covid-19.  Richard was born at home on January 1, 1924, in Ottobeuren, Germany. He was the only child of Max Hiendlmayr and Wilhelmina Hasel. Before Richard was born, his father, an organist at the Basilica in Ottobeuren, was offered a job as organist...

Robert V. Dowd

Robert V. Dowd

Jan 26, 2021

On January 26, 2021, Robert Vincent Dowd, loving husband, father of four, and grandparent of ten, passed away at the age of 78.

Bob was born July 20, 1942 in Bridgeport, CT to William and Agnes (May) Dowd. A long-time resident of Fairfield, Bob married Gail Lonergan in 1965. Together, they raised four children: Kelly, Tracy, Keith,...

Paul Dolson

Paul Dolson

Jan 22, 2021

Paul Dolson, age 87, of Fairfield, passed away peacefully Friday, January 22, 2021 at St. Vincent’s Medical Center.  Born in Cambridge, MA, the son of the late Charles and Frances (Ryan) Dolson, he had been a Fairfield resident since 1963.  Paul proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1956-1958.  He received his Bachelor’s degree from Husson College in Bangor,...

Rosemary (Godo)  Petrucci-Spiller

Rosemary (Godo) Petrucci-Spiller

Jan 21, 2021

Rosemary Petrucci-Spiller of Fairfield, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, January 21, 2021.  Born in Bridgeport, the daughter of the late Louis and Bertha Godo, she was a lifelong Fairfield resident.  A graduate of Roger Ludlowe High School, she worked as a typesetter for Regal Business Forms until devoting her life to her family.  Rosemary was a gourmet...

Joan (Dale) Krasne Stark

Joan (Dale) Krasne Stark

Jan 21, 2021

STARK, Joan (Dale) Krasne, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on January 21,

2021, in Fairfield, Connecticut. She was 84. A native of New York City, Joan was the daughter

of the late Bernice (Fisch) Krasne of Philadelphia and Benjamin Krasne of New York City, the

younger sister of Sandra and the twin...

Stewart E. Nazzaro, Sr.

Stewart E. Nazzaro, Sr.

Jan 21, 2021

Stewart E. Nazzaro, Sr. passed away peacefully on January 21, 2021, just short of his 91st birthday, with his loving wife Joy at his side.  He was born the elder son of Stewart J. and Mae P. Nazzaro on January 29, 1930 in Millburn, New Jersey.

Mr. Nazzaro graduated in 1947 from Millburn High School....

Ronald Hobart Knight

Ronald Hobart Knight

Jan 19, 2021

Ronald Hobart Knight, loving and beloved father, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, January 19, 2021. He was 94. His death was the result of Covid-19 coronavirus. He was born September 10, 1926 in Portland, Maine, a state for which he never lost affection, but which he left at age 19 seeking a trade. He settled in Bridgeport and...

Robert Heath Savage

Robert Heath Savage

Jan 17, 2021

After a long illness, Robert (Bob) Heath Savage, 91, passed away peacefully in Southport, Connecticut on January 17, 2021. He leaves behind his wife of 50 years, Lorna Dale Savage.

Robert was born in Chillicothe, Ohio in 1929 to Frances (Nan) Hunter Savage and Russell Heath Savage.

He graduated from Principia College in Illinois with...

Collin John Mackay

Collin John Mackay

Jan 11, 2021

Collin J. Mackay, age 27, of Fairfield, passed away Monday, January 11, 2021. Born in Hartford, Collin is the loving son of Stephen and Catherine (Dube) Mackay and cherished brother of Kayla Mackay. His altruism, selflessness, and kindness was treasured by all. As a teenager he spent summers participating in Greenfield Hill Congregational Church's Appalachia Service Project, helping build...

Walter  M. Leask

Walter M. Leask

Jan 10, 2021

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Walter M. Leask following a long and courageous battle with cancer. Walter passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family in the early hours of Sunday, January 10, 2021. Born in Ann Arbor, MI, the son of the late Haldane and Laura (Manchester) Leask, he had...

James Mcinerney

James Mcinerney

Jan 9, 2021

James McInerney, age 84, of Fairfield, beloved husband of 51 years of Johanna (Joan) O'Connell McInerney, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family Saturday, January 9, 2021. Born in Kinvara, County Galway, Ireland, the son of the late Michael and Winifred (Davenport) McInerney, he had been a Fairfield area resident since emigrating from Ireland in...

Mary Eng-Doyle

Mary Eng-Doyle

Jan 8, 2021

Mary Eng-Doyle, born in Hong Kong, age 59, of Fairfield, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on January 8, 2021. Words cannot convey the beauty and joy that Mary brought to her family and friends, especially her children, Ally and Matt. She is survived by her husband Steve Doyle, daughter Ally and son Matt,...

Frances  P. Jewell

Frances P. Jewell

Jan 1, 2021

Frances P. Jewell, 83, of Bradenton, FL passed away on Friday, January 1, 2021 after a long illness. She was born January 25, 1937 in Bridgeport, CT. She was the daughter of the late J. Lawrence and Dorothy (Perry) Jewell and was raised in Fairfield, CT. Frances attended South Lancaster Academy, and received her BS in Nursing from Atlantic Union...

Robert Casey

Robert Casey

2021

Robert C. Casey (affectionately known to some as Jack), age 56, of Black Rock, passed away on October 18, 2021.  Born in Huntington, NY, Rob was raised in Redding and was a graduate of Joel Barlow High School.  He worked as a carpenter his entire career.  In his younger years he loved to play golf and enjoyed his time...

Carlos Benjamin Guerra, Jr.

Carlos Benjamin Guerra, Jr.

2021

Carlos Benjamin Guerra Jr, age 78, of Fairfield passed away on Saturday April 10, 2021 at home with his family in Montclair, NJ. Born in Havana, Cuba, son of the late Carlos and Olga Guerra, he was a Fairfield resident for the past 36 years. He attended the Colegio de Belen in Cuba and received his B.S. in Chemistry...

Carol  Jean Dasilva

Carol Jean Dasilva

Dec 30, 2020

Carol J. DaSilva, age 82, of Easton, beloved wife of 63 years of Richard J. DaSilva, Sr. passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Bridgeport Hospital. Born in Marshfield, MA, the daughter of the late Arthur and Katherine, she had been an area resident since 1969. Carol qualified as an X-ray Technician early in her life and also worked as...

Gloria  Buzzeo Decarlo

Gloria Buzzeo Decarlo

Dec 28, 2020

Gloria Buzzeo DeCarlo, age 92, passed away peacefully after a long illness on December 28, 2020. She was born February 27, 1928 in Stamford, CT to the late Evangelista "Angelo" and Theresa "Tessie" Maria Terenzio Buzzeo. She was a one of a kind beloved wife, sister, aunt and friend. Gloria was predeceased by her husband, Frank DeCarlo, two brothers, Louis...

Judith  Ann Sampson

Judith Ann Sampson

Dec 26, 2020

Judith Ann Sampson, age 77, of Fairfield, passed away Saturday, December 26, 2020 at Bridgeport Hospital, surrounded by her four children. Born in Bridgeport, the daughter of the late Charles and Helen Sander, Judy was a lifelong Fairfield resident. She graduated from Roger Ludlowe High School and attended Butler Business School. Judy enjoyed a long-standing career in customer service retiring...

Anthony  J. Mattiolo

Anthony J. Mattiolo

Dec 24, 2020

Anthony Joseph Mattiolo, of Fairfield, beloved husband of 62 years to Marie G. Mattiolo, passed away suddenly on December 24, 2020, two days shy of his 92nd birthday. Born in Brooklyn, NY, the son of the late Joseph and Frances Mattiolo, he was a Fairfield resident since 1976. Anthony served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army during the Korean...

Salvatore M. Santella, Md

Salvatore M. Santella, Md

Dec 24, 2020

Sadly, Salvatore Michael Santella, MD, of Easton, passed away from COVID-19 on his most cherished day of the year, Christmas Eve, December 24, 2020, while listening to Broadway tunes provided by his youngest grandchild. Sal was predeceased by his beloved wife of 58 years, Marilyn (Bradley) Santella in 2014. He is survived by his three children: Robert and Lori...