Obituaries

Dec 17, 2019

Lorraine V. LaGaipa, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at the age of 83. Born in Bridgeport on May 31, 1936, she was daughter of the late Fred and Elsie Newhall Jones. Lorraine was a tap dance instructor, before she enjoyed a long career at People's Bank. She was a loving and caring mom and a great cook who...

Dec 14, 2019

Frost Warren Tilt, age 85 of Trumbull, beloved husband of Caroline Sliva Tilt, passed away Saturday, December 14, 2019, in Bridgeport Hospital. Frost was born in Norwalk, son of the late Louis and Carrie Boerum Tilt and spent most of his life in Trumbull. He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the Marines, and retired after...

Dec 8, 2019

Fran Dunn, 99, widow of Robert L. Dunn passed away peacefully on December 8, 2019 at the Carolton Chronic and Convalescent Hospital. Born in Bridgeport on June 16, 1920, she was the daughter of Dr. Horatio and Marie Louise DeLuca. She graduated from Lauralton Hall High School in Milford and from St. Elizabeth College in Morris, New Jersey. She...

Dec 7, 2019

Margaret Reinwald Vadas, age 78 of Fairfield passed away Saturday, December 7, 2019 at the Carolton Chronic and Convalescent Hospital. She was the beloved wife of James Vadas Jr. Born in New York City, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Barbara Sterns Reinwald. Margaret was a retired executive secretary employed by MetLife. In addition to her...

Nov 30, 2019

Richard Allen Arieda passed away Sunday, May 31, 2020 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, attended by his devoted daughter and caregiver, Deborah. He was 86 years old. Born in Portage, PA, a small coal mining town, he was the only child of Maxine and Isaac and grew up in New Kensington, PA. He played trumpet in the New Kensington High School...

Nov 29, 2019

Private Services

Nov 25, 2019

Mary Lou Morrissey Wagner, age 83 of Milford, beloved wife of the late Richard W. Wagner, passed away, Monday, November 25, 2019, in Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center, Moodus, CT. Mary Lou was born in Waterbury, daughter of the late John David and Tina Louise McCoy Morrissey. Survivors include her devoted daughters Catherine Wagner and Laura Kelly Wagner, Joanne...

Nov 23, 2019

Erin Elizabeth Hmurcik, age 61 of Ansonia passed away Saturday, November 23, 2019 at Yale- Haven Hospital. Born in Bridgeport, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Patricia Murphy Leahy. Erin graduated from Central High School and worked for many years as a waitress in area restaurants including the New Colony Diner, Artan's Pizza, and the Algonquin...

Nov 21, 2019

David C. Cruz, age 44 of Bridgeport passed away Thursday, November 21, 2019 in his home. Born in Bridgeport, he was the son of Jose and Maria Cruz. He was employed with W.P.C.A in which he cherished his time there. Survivors in addition to his parents include, his loving children, Jullissa Cruz, David G. Cruz, Leah Bella Alves Cruz,...

Nov 20, 2019

John M. Boiano, Sr., age 102 of Bridgeport, beloved husband of the late Rose Cennamo Boiano, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2019 in the Carolton Chronic and Convalescent Hospital. John was born in Bridgeport, son and late Ralph and Mary Averga Boiano, and was a lifelong resident. He was a Veteran of the United States Army, serving during World...

Nov 15, 2019

Joseph Robert Nevers, (Col, USAF Retired), age 89, of Homestead, Fla., "flew West" on November 15, 2019.

Joseph was born in Bridgeport, Conn. on May 25, 1930, to Stephanie and Joseph Nevers. He was known for his love of family, and always being able to tell a story full of adventure and laughs. He served a lifelong...

Nov 14, 2019

A tribute is not available at this time for Jean Fritz Guerrier. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Nov 10, 2019

John M. "Jack" Shostak, age 78 of Fairfield, passed away peacefully in his home on November 10th after a long courageous fight against cancer. He was the beloved husband of Janet Day Shostak. Born in Bridgeport, he was the son of former mayor and Connecticut State representative John M. and Hedwig M. Shostak.

Jack earned a Bachelor...

Nov 9, 2019

Pamela M. Palumbo Birmingham, age 65 of Bridgeport passed away Saturday, November 9, 2019 in her home, surrounded by her family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Bridgeport, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Lucille Pavia Palumbo. She was employed as a technician at Perkin Elmer. She was a determined and amazing woman. There...

Oct 30, 2019

Grant Charles Leschin, a long-time Fairfield resident and former IBM executive, died Wednesday morning, October 30, 2019 after a short illness, surrounded by his family. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on November 3, 1926 to Louise Notter and Samuel Leschin. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Patricia, and their three children, spouses and five grandchildren:...

Oct 29, 2019

Lucille Athalie Joy Becker; Born to James V. Joy, Sr. and Athalie Joy on March 27, 1932 Easter Morning-- Died October 29, 2019. Beloved wife of the late James S. Becker, Jr. Mother of Maurene Becker Streeter (John Streeter), Maud Becker Bailey (Vincent Bailey) and James S. Becker III. Grandmother of Samantha Streeter (Quentin Jones), Bridget Haina (Thomas Haina),...

Oct 27, 2019

Ralph A. Cipriani, 80, of Stamford, CT passed away on Sunday October 27th, beloved husband of Carolyn Cipriani for 56 years. The son of the late Michael and Mary Cipriani of Yonkers, NY. In addition to his beloved Bride, Ralph is survived by his three sons: Michael and his wife Deborah, John and his wife Jennifer and the Reverend...

Oct 25, 2019

Anne Pappas Phillips, age 76 of Bridgeport passed away Friday, October 25, 2019 in her home. Born in Jersey City, New Jersey she was the daughter of the late Honorable James G. Pappas and Josephine Gregorio Pappas. Anne graced everyone across all generations and walks of life, with her unique zest for life and boundless energy. She was a...

Oct 17, 2019

Kathryn L. "Kay" Butler RN passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019 after a brief illness. She died as she lived every day, with her loving children holding her hands. Kay was born on May 12, 1938 in Phillipsburg, New Jersey to Edith Edwards O'Connor and Edward Thomas O'Connor Sr. She grew up in a multigenerational household, among 13 aunts...

Oct 16, 2019

Private Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, NY