Obituaries

Apr 16, 2025

James T. Soresino, 71, of Naugatuck, CT, passed peacefully on Wednesday April 16 th,

2025, surrounded by his loving family at Hartford Hospital after a brief illness. Born

December 5 th, 1953, he was the son of George Soresino and Phyllis Elizabeth Soresino.

James was predeceased by his wife of thirty years, Linda...

Apr 15, 2025

SOUTHBURY, CT. – Clara Ann Ashby, 93, formerly of Westford, MA., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Pomperaug Woods in Southbury, CT.

Clara was born July 22, 1931, in Philadelphia, Pa, the daughter of Paul A. Bessinger and Clara V. Bessinger (Davis). She graduated from Bristol High School in 1949 and in August 1953...

Apr 15, 2025

Woodbury- Frank C. Cesare, PhD, also lovingly known as Doc, Grandpa & FraFra, 94, passed away peacefully after a short illness in St. Mary's Hospital on April 15, 2025. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many.

Frank was born on May 29,1930, in Albany, NY to the late Giacomo and Concetta Cesare. Frank...

Apr 12, 2025

Emily Jean Petillo, 81, a lifelong resident of Waterbury passed away on April 11, 2025. She was the loving and devoted aunt of Gregory N. and Nicole Polletta, great-aunt of Gia Kamdar, sister-in-law of Noel Polletta and many cousins. She was the daughter of the late Maryand Jerome T. Petillo and sister of the late Elaine Petillo. Auntie Em,...

Apr 7, 2025

Southbury- Martin "Marty" J. Gunnoud, 65, passed away peacefully in Maplewood at Stony Hill in Bethel on April 7, 2025. He was the devoted father to Kayleigh De La Puente.

Marty was born on May 29, 1959, in Waterbury, Connecticut to the late Thomas E. Gunnoud Jr. and Eloise (Meehan) Gunnoud. He grew up with 4 brothers...

Apr 7, 2025

Harold H. (Hal) Wylie, Jr, 95, of Southbury, died on April 7, 2025 in Southbury, CT. He was predeceased by his wife of 54 years, Jean (Seewald). Since 2017, Hal had been enjoying his final years living at Pomperaug Woods continuing care retirement community where he was active in their current events discussion group, sang with the inhouse chorus,...

Apr 5, 2025

Ronald "Ron" Diener, 86, of Southbury, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025. Born in Passaic, New Jersey on June 8, 1938.

For 63 beautiful years, Ron was the devoted husband of Mary (Logush) Diener. Together they built a life centered on love, faith, and family. He was a proud and loving father to Michele and...

Apr 1, 2025

Jamie Lee Svendberg, 42, of Southbury, CT, passed away on April 1, 2025, at Beacon Brook Health Center in Naugatuck.

Born on May 1, 1982, in Waterbury, CT, Jamie was the beloved daughter of James G. Levay and Marianne Levay. She was raised in both Waterbury and Watertown.

Jamie pursued her education at Porter and...

Mar 30, 2025

Todd Robert Stampp, age 48, born on June 25, 1976, passed away unexpectedly on March 30th at his home in Sandy Hook, CT.

He was the youngest son of Bob and Bonnie Stampp of Sandy Hook, CT. He had a brother, Tim, who previously deceased Todd in 2020, and has a brother, Scott Stampp of Watertown, CT....

Mar 27, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Bettina Drummond, who died on March 27, 2025, at home with her most beloved and faithful companion, Grif, by her side.

Bettina was known around the area as a respected equestrian and a well-versed enthusiast in the areas of art, philosophy, and reason. She was...

Mar 26, 2025

**Obituary for Robert Chester Piascik** December 26, 1949 - March 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Chester Piascik, a beloved husband, father, and friend. Robert left us peacefully on March 26, 2025, at the age of 75, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

Born...

Mar 24, 2025

Eric Randolph Minck May 26, 1952 – March 24, 2025

Eric Randolph Minck was never one for small talk – he preferred a good monologue, preferably about philosophy, politics, the nature of existence or the recent scientific article that he read and then researched. A lifelong thinker, he could spend hours pondering life's mysteries, often while digging...

Mar 24, 2025

William Felix Convery Jr. passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025. He lived a wonderful and happy life of 95 years. He spent over 60 years of that with his beloved wife, the late Patricia Walsh Convery.

Bill was a Navy veteran who lived those active-duty years on a submarine. Then Bill went on to a heroic...

Mar 23, 2025

Irene (Bair) Bignelli of Windham, NH, passed away at the Jack Byrne Center for Hospice Care at Dartmouth-Hitchcock on March 23, 2025, after a brief illness. She was 89 years old. She was born in Williamsport, PA, on February 3, 1936. She moved as a child to Connecticut and raised her family in Woodbury. Later in life, she moved...

Mar 23, 2025

Andrea (Drea) M. Stevens, 81, of Middlebury, peacefully passed away on March 23, 2025, at her home in Middlebury. Her life was marked by an unwavering dedication to her family, a deep commitment to her faith, and a vibrant spirit that touched all who knew her.

Born on July 27, 1943 in Waterbury, Conn. to Burton Ives...

Mar 23, 2025

Frederick A. Stango Sr., 90, of Southbury, CT, passed away peacefully on March 23rd after a brief illness.  Fred was born in Waterbury on September 21, 1934 to the late Andrew and Sophie (Santucci) Stango.

It was in Waterbury that Fred married Barbara (Diorio) and raised his five children.  After retiring Fred and Barbara settled in Southbury,...

Mar 19, 2025

Mrs. Marie Gaffney, 89, a resident of Motif by Monarch in Southbury died Wednesday , March 19, 2025. She was the wife of the late Mr. Harry J. Gaffney.

Mrs. Gaffney was born January 11, 1936 in New York City, the daughter of the late Michael and Julia (Ponsiglione) DiRuocco. Formerly a sister of St. Joseph, she...

Mar 16, 2025

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James Marvin McQueen, 84, formerly of Munson Road died on March 16, 2025 at Glendale of Naugatuck. He was the husband of the late Lorraine (Cucolo) McQueen.

James was born March 4, 1941 in Hyden, Kentucky the son of the late Steve and Ora (Muncy) McQueen. He graduated Waterbury State Technical College and served...

Mar 16, 2025

  Woodbury- Stephen A. Root, 71, of Woodbury, passed away unexpectedly on March 16th, 2025. He was predeceased by his loving wife of over 30 years, Claire Anne Root. Stephen was the son of the late Allan Root and Elizabeth (Rhoades) Root of Bethlehem, CT.  

  Stephen grew up in Woodbury and graduated from Nonnewaug High School in 1972. Stephen had a passion...

Mar 13, 2025

Southbury- David Joseph "DJ" Ciola, left this earth on March 13, 2025.

DJ was born January 25, 1996, and he was born to ride. From an early age, he wanted to ride motorcycles, drive cars and explore the world. DJ loved his animals, particularly Crystal, his Chow Chow, his buddy Scooby and his flock of British shorthair...