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

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 of Southbury,CT and formerly of 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.

Funeral services are pending, please check back.

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.munsonloveterefuneralhome.com

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

Calling hours will be held for I. James Elmore on November 7, 2026, at Munson-Lovetere Funeral Home, 235 Main Street N Southbury, CT 06488.

Please join the family Between 11:00 am to 12:00 pm with a burial to follow at Pine Hill Cemetery in Southbury.

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.munsonloveterefuneralhome.com

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...

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...

Frank Joseph Martinelli

Frank Joseph Martinelli

Aug 5, 2026

Frank Joseph Martinelli, 81, of Roxbury, CT passed away peacefully August 5th, 2026, after a long illness.

Frank came from humble beginnings. As a young man he worked at the Foundry in New Milford and for the W. J. Megin Company of Naugatuck. He learned skills at these two businesses that he would use throughout his career.

Frank was a natural athlete,...

Elton and Joyce Hallock

Elton and Joyce Hallock

Aug 4, 2026

Joyce Elaine Hallock 

January 6, 1936 - July 26, 2026 

Elton L. Hallock Jr. 

April 17, 1935 - August 4, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Elton "Bud" L. Hallock Jr. and Joyce Elaine Hallock, who left us only 8 days apart. Devoted to each other all their lives, their extraordinary love story began when he was just...

Joan A. Theleen

Joan A. Theleen

Aug 4, 2026

Joan A. Theleen: A Life of Faith, Grace, and Love

August 31, 1933 - August 4, 2026 

With hearts full of gratitude for a life beautifully lived, and with faith in Christ's promise of eternal life, the family of Joan A. Theleen announces her peaceful passing on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

 Joan was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and woman of...

Robert "Bob" Holley

Robert "Bob" Holley

Aug 4, 2026

Southbury- Robert “Bob” Holley, 92, of Southbury, passed away unexpectedly on August 4, 2026, after a brief illness.

Bob was born on February 5, 1934, in Hartford, Connecticut. After graduating from Hartford High, he joined the U.S. Army and was stationed in Japan. Upon completing his tour of duty, Bob attended and graduated from the University of Connecticut, where he met...