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

Vivienne R. Mendyk

Vivienne R. Mendyk

May 18, 2026

Vivienne R. Mendyk, a cherished wife, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in her home on May 18, 2026, at the age of 82. She was the beloved spouse of Louis Mendyk, with whom she shared a wonderful journey of love for over 54 years.

Born on May 30, 1943, in Derby, Connecticut, Vivienne was the daughter of the late Wolfgang...

Samuel Allen Darlington Vincent

Samuel Allen Darlington Vincent

May 17, 2026

Samuel Allen Darlington Vincent (Sam) of Woodbury CT, died peacefully at Danbury Hospital on May 17th, 2026 at the age of 74. He was the husband of Ellen Vincent.

Sam was born on November 2nd 1951 at Norwalk Hospital to Samuel Mitchell Vincent and Mary Taylor Vincent. He grew up in Fairfield CT and attended Fairfield Country Day School, The Kent...

Ioannis "John" Gogas

Ioannis "John" Gogas

May 14, 2026

Ioannis “John” Gogas, beloved husband, father, grandfather, restaurateur, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, at the age of 82.

John was born on December 17, 1943, in northern Greece. As a young boy, he moved to Athens to work and help support his parents and four younger siblings, beginning a lifetime defined by hard work, sacrifice, and dedication...

Jozef Kotas

Jozef Kotas

May 6, 2026

Jozef Kotas, 88, passed away peacefully at his home from complications from lung cancer in Southbury on May 6, 2026. Born in Poland to Piotr and Zofia Kotas, Jozef spent his early years in extraordinary circumstances. Along with his mother and brothers, Walter and Zygmunt, he survived being held as a Polish refugee in a Russian camp in Siberia during...

Thomas H. Stockwell, Jr.

Thomas H. Stockwell, Jr.

May 5, 2026

Thomas H. Stockwell, Jr., of Woodbury, passed away at home on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Tommy (Boss) was born on November 20, 2000, to Tom and Diane Stockwell.

Tommy was an avid military history buff, with special interest in armory. He enjoyed driving his 1941 Ford Coupe Super Deluxe and his 1971 Triumph Bonneville and spending time with his dad in...

Hildegard C. Lange

Hildegard C. Lange

May 5, 2026

Hildegard Christel Lange (née Sedelies), age 84, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

Born on February 20, 1942, in Germany, daughter of the late Marta Taschies. Hildegard later immigrated to the United States, where she lived briefly in Brooklyn, New York before making her home in Naugatuck, Connecticut. She shared many cherished years...

Sandra M. Slater

Sandra M. Slater

May 4, 2026

Sandra Slater, born on February 13, 1942, in Paterson, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at home on May 4, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Sandra was the devoted wife of Joseph Hochheiser and a proud and loving mother to David Bachman (Ashley Bachman) and Joseph Pickman (Vanny Kong), Felicia Hochheiser (Bill Golodner) and Deborah DeFanti (Joseph DeFanti). Her greatest joy...

Geraldine M. Corbett

Geraldine M. Corbett

May 3, 2026

Geraldine Marie Corbett, 79, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 3, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family and friends.

She was the beloved wife of the late Craig Corbett. Left to honor her legacy and cherish her memory are her daughter Terilynn (Corbett) Anderson and her husband, Timothy Anderson; her daughter, Lori Corbett; her son, Craig A....

Michael L. Brown

Michael L. Brown

May 2, 2026

Michael L. Brown, Sr., 68, of Woodbury, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 2, 2026. He leaves behind a legacy of love, loyalty, and quiet strength that will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Mike is survived by his devoted wife, Wendy, with whom he would have celebrated 50 years of marriage on October 30, 2026. He also leaves...

Jean Klonis

Jean Klonis

May 2, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jean Klonis, a cherished member of the Southbury community and a dedicated mother, grandmother, and friend. Jean, a long-time resident of Southbury, intertwined her life with service, enriching the lives of so many through her unwavering commitment to various organizations.

As a former president of the Southbury Fire Ladies Auxiliary,...

Patricia M. Warner

Patricia M. Warner

Apr 28, 2026

Patricia M. Warner, 86, of Woodbury, CT passed away April 28, 2026

Born February 18, 1940, at Bridgeport Hospital to parents Thomas and Mildred Smith.

Patricia embodied grace and quiet strength throughout her life. A devoted wife and mother, Patricia, cherished every moment spent with her family, reveling in the joys of watching them grow. Her heart radiated with love, embracing the...

Henry A. Neff

Henry A. Neff

Apr 27, 2026

Longtime Roxbury resident Henry Neff, a devoted husband and father and indefatigable storyteller, died peacefully on April 27 at age 98. Through his final night he lived in his home of more than 60 years, where he and his beloved late wife, Jean, had raised two sons, forged generations of family memories and shared the simplest yet richest of lives....

Eileen Bly

Eileen Bly

Apr 26, 2026

Eileen H. Bly, 97, passed away peacefully in her native Connecticut. A woman of wide‑ranging interests and boundless energy, she filled her life with gardening, traveling, reading, and a deep commitment to lifelong learning. Always active and sociable, Eileen devoted countless hours to volunteering and delighted in the company of friends, cultural outings, and community events. She maintained her decades‑long...

Albert H. Trowbridge

Albert H. Trowbridge

Apr 24, 2026

Albert H. Trowbridge, age 81, passed into eternal rest on Friday April 24, 2026.

He will be deeply missed by his loving family, including his children, Tracy Nepomuceno and her husband, Patrick of Burlington, and his son, Scott Trowbridge and his wife, Jennifer of New Milford, and his cherished grandchildren, Emily, Ashley, Jack, Hannah, and Ben. He will also be lovingly...

George T. Sloss Jr.

George T. Sloss Jr.

Apr 22, 2026

George T. Sloss Jr., age 61, a longtime resident of Watertown, CT, passed away unexpectedly in April 2026. George was a man of immense spirit, known for his vast knowledge, his "can-do" attitude toward any challenge, and a heart that was always open to helping others.

Born December 21, 1964, George was the eldest of four children & the son of...

Vincent Blake

Vincent Blake

Apr 18, 2026

Vincent Blake, age 88, passed peacefully into eternal rest on April 18, 2026.

He will be missed by his loving family, led by his beloved wife Kathleen (Kate Mulligan), his son Stephen, his daughters Allison and Diane (Mitchell), her husband Lloyd, and granddaughters Samantha and Madeline Mitchell. Together, they were the joys of his life. He is now reunited in Heaven...

Ryan J. Anderson (Family & Friends of Bob Anderson)

Ryan J. Anderson (Family & Friends of Bob Anderson)

Apr 16, 2026

There will be separate services to accommodate Ryan's family. To support Renee, please visit Munson-Lovetere Funeral Home, 235 Main St. N., Southbury, CT 06488, on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 3:00 until 5:00 P.M. with a prayer service beginning at 4:30 P.M.

To support Robert, please visit Munson-Lovetere Funeral Home, 235 Main St. N., Southbury, CT 06488, on Thursday, April...

Ryan J. Anderson

Ryan J. Anderson

Apr 16, 2026

Ryan Anderson passed away suddenly on April 16, 2026 in his home in Middlebury.

Ryan was born on September 12, 2003, son of Robert and Renee Anderson. He was a peaceful soul and a talented athlete. He loved to play all sports as a child, excelling in baseball. He was a starting pitcher for a 7/8 year old travel league at...

Denis Jean Anctil

Denis Jean Anctil

Apr 15, 2026

Denis Jean Anctil passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Denis lived in Prospect, CT with his cherished wife Marie who preceded him after fifty-four years of marriage.

He is survived by his three children, Jim, Tom, and Therese, his two daughters in law Shannon Wyman-Anctil and Salli Szczesiul, his son in law Donald Dostie, Tom’s partner Shannon Mazrek, and...

Gail Noakes

Gail Noakes

Apr 15, 2026

Gail Ann Noakes, age 69, of Woodbury, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Born on August 13, 1956 to the late Albert Leslie and Mary Houle Noakes, she graduated from Nonnewaug High School and went on to receive her B.S. in Criminal Justice from Northeastern University and J.D. from Suffolk University in Boston where she worked and resided...