Obituaries

Loved ones for Munson Lovetere Funeral Homes and Cremation Services

We cover the following but are not limited to
Woodbury, Southbury, Bethlehem, Middlebury, South Britain, Oxford, Newtown, Roxbury, Washington, Washington Depot, New Milford, Bridgewater, Watertown, Sandy Hook

Ruth Ann Clark

Ruth Ann Clark

Sep 7, 2026

Bantam- Ruth Clark, 66, passed away at home after a courageous battle with a long illness. The world will never be the same without her unforgettable smile and warm heart.

Born April 2, 1960, she was the daughter of the late John E. Clark and Eunice (Hoff) Clark of Woodbury. Ruth worked as a payroll officer for the State of Connecticut...

Francis A. Riess

Francis A. Riess

Sep 6, 2026

In Loving Memory of

Francis (Frank) Anthony Riess

March 27, 1937 – September 6, 2026

Francis (Frank) Anthony Riess passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 6, 2026. He was 89.

Frank began his family life in Smithtown, Long Island, where he and his beloved wife, Norma E. Riess, raised their three girls. Later, Frank and Norma found their dream home in Redding,...

Kelly Lynn Gayowski

Kelly Lynn Gayowski

Sep 3, 2026

Kelly Lynn Gayowski, 51, of Oxford, CT passed away unexpectedly in the comfort of her own home on September 3, 2026.

Born on September 11, 1974 in Danbury, CT, Kelly was the youngest out of three daughters from Linda L. Stanley, and Peter M. Gayowski. She attended Shepaug Valley High School, in Washington, CT and later pursued some college studies.

In life,...

Janet E. Ieronimo

Janet E. Ieronimo

Sep 3, 2026

Woodbury-

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Janet Elaine Ieronimo, 76, of Woodbury, CT, who left this world on September 1, 2026. Born on May 17, 1950, in Elizabeth, NJ, to Victor G. and Harriet (Hodge) Kocenko. Janet touched the lives of many with her warmth, gentleness, and unwavering spirit.

Janet graduated from Trumbull High School and later attended NVCC...

Judith F. Strohm

Judith F. Strohm

Sep 2, 2026

Judith F. Strohm, 96, of Pomperaug Woods, Southbury, CT and formerly from Chappaqua, NY passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 2, 2026. She was born in Newton, MA on August 31, 1930. Judith was the daughter of F. Stuart Friend and Natalie S. Friend. She graduated from Newton High School, Bradford Jr. College and Iowa State University. On...

Daniel Edward Schenzer

Daniel Edward Schenzer

Sep 2, 2026

Daniel Edward Schenzer, of Sandy Hook, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2026, at the age of 83. He was born on December 17, 1942, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and moved with his family to Brookfield at the age of 11. He attended Danbury High School.

Daniel proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for four years, including...

I. James Elmore

I. James Elmore

Aug 31, 2026

I. Jim Elmore, 101, of Orange City, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2026, at Halifax Hospice Center in Orange City. 

Born on May 3, 1925, Jim grew up in South Fallsburg, New York, one of ten children born to W. Ray and Rosa Lewis Elmore. His family operated a 50-room boarding house and farm, the property that is now...

Joseph James Perry

Joseph James Perry

Aug 28, 2026

On the beautiful afternoon of August 28, 2026, just as his beloved New York Yankees were taking the field, Joseph James Perry, Sr., of Bethel, Connecticut, passed away, embraced in the love of his wife and children. Born in New York City on March 8, 1938, to Sicilian immigrants, James Perry and Rose Pasqua Perry, Joe always considered himself lucky...

Lynne S. Wilkens

Lynne S. Wilkens

Aug 27, 2026

Lynne Silliman Wilkens, 84, of Southbury, Connecticut, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at HavenCare at Litchfield Woods, surrounded by the love of her family.

Lynne was born on August 17, 1942, in New York City and was adopted by Florence and Leland Silliman, who raised her as their beloved daughter. She attended Purchase Elementary School and Pleasantville High School...

Frances L. Thomas

Frances L. Thomas

Aug 24, 2026

Bethlehem- Frances L. Thomas, 77, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully at her home on August 24, 2026. Born on April 28, 1949, in Norway, Maine, she was the beloved daughter of Raymond and Elsie Smith.

Frances's journey took her through several towns, including Bridgeport, Shelton, Milford, Beacon Falls, and Southbury, where she left a lasting impact on those who crossed her...

Barbara Lois Trosan

Barbara Lois Trosan

Aug 22, 2026

Barbara Lois Linane Trosan passed away peacefully at home in Woodbury CT, on August 22nd, 2026, at the age of 94. Born in Bridgeport, CT on December 12th, 1931, to her father William Linane and mother Mary Agnes (Lipovsky) Linane. Barbara was the second born of three children.

Barbara graduated from Warren Harding High School in 1949. Barbara married Joseph Trosan...

David George Brencher

David George Brencher

Aug 21, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that the family of David George Brencher announces his passing on August 21, 2026. Dave passed away peacefully at home at the age of 88, surrounded by the life and memories he had built with the people he loved.

Dave was born on July 24, 1938, and grew up in Darien, Connecticut. After graduating from high...

Diane Capossela

Diane Capossela

Aug 20, 2026

Diane Marie Capossela, 76, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. She was born on April 4, 1950, in the Bronx, New York, to Howard Zior and Lorraine Thompson.

Diane was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She shared 55 years of marriage with her beloved husband, Anthony Capossela, building...

Ruth Ann Crossley

Ruth Ann Crossley

Aug 20, 2026

Ruth Ann (Eastlack) Crossley, 94, of Bridgewater, CT, died peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, August 20, 2026. She was the wife of the late Robert Deacon Crossley who predeceased her in 2013. Ruth was born on March 22, 1932, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, daughter of Franklin Thomas and Ruth Elizabeth (Tonkin) Eastlack of Pitman, New Jersey. She graduated from Pitman...

Aletha Rose Shanks

Aletha Rose Shanks

Aug 18, 2026

Aletha “Lee” Rose Shanks, 99, of Bridgewater, CT passed away peacefully on the morning of August 18, 2026. Aletha was born on February 12, 1927, in Carmel, NY, daughter to Howard and Marion Baker.

Aletha will be deeply missed by all who loved her and remembered for her joyful and adventurous spirit, generous smile, tight hugs, and engaging whoop of a...

Peter A. D'Amato

Peter A. D'Amato

Aug 12, 2026

Peter Anthony D’Amato, age 81, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at Candlewood Valley Health & Rehabilitation Center in New Milford, CT. He was reunited with his ancestors, faithful dogs Ripple and Milo, and his brothers in arms. Pete was born in the Bronx, NY, on October 16, 1944 to his parents, Nicholas and Rose (Fernandes) D’Amato.

He leaves...

Maxine Sacks

Maxine Sacks

Aug 12, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Maxine Sacks, who departed this life peacefully on August 12, 2026, at the Lutheran Home in Southbury. Maxine was born on May 9, 1933, in Yonkers, New York, to her loving parents, Samuel and Ruth Landman.

Maxine was a devoted family member whose life was defined by her unwavering commitment...

Michael Snowden

Michael Snowden

Aug 11, 2026

Michael Keith Snowden 

December 23, 1947 - August 11, 2026 

Michael Keith Snowden passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at Cook Willow Health Center in Plymouth, Connecticut. 

Mike was born in Portsmouth, Virginia on December 23, 1947. For many years, Mike was a mechanics teacher at Danbury High School. Mike was known for his love of the southwest and enjoyed traveling...

Glory Jacob

Glory Jacob

Aug 8, 2026

Glory was born in Kerala, India, where she began a life marked by love, determination, and an enduring commitment to her family and those around her. From an early age, she also had a deep and abiding love for the Lord, which guided her life, strengthened her faith, and shaped the kindness and grace she showed to everyone she met.

She...

Kathleen Cosgriff

Kathleen Cosgriff

Aug 7, 2026

Kathleen (“Kathy”) G. Cosgriff, a beloved Daughter, Wife, Sister, Mother, Grandmother and adored teacher died August 7, 2026. “Kate”, to her siblings, was born in the Bronx on a winter day in 1938 to her parents, Kathleen and Patrick - a birthday gift to her mom. 

Strong in her belief in living a life of service to God, to Family, and...