Obituaries

Oct 8, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of Kurt RJ Krause of Torrington, formally a long-time resident of Bethlehem. He passed away in his sleep after a lengthy battle with Kidney failure. He succumbed to his disease at 2:29pm on 10/08/2024 at Charlottle Hungerford hospital. He was only 68 years young.

Kurt was...

Oct 7, 2024

Pierce Vincent Brennan, 99 of Southbury, CT passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024. Devoted husband for 68 years to the late Jane Theresa Brennan of Southbury, CT, previously of Yonkers, NY. Dear son of the late Alice Virginia Meehan and Thomas Gibney Brennan of the Bronx, NY. Beloved father of Nancy Gallivan and her husband Mark of Walpole,...

Oct 7, 2024

Hollie Selina (Smith) Bushey, 64, of Bethlehem, passed away on October 7, 2024 at St. Mary's Hospital. Hollie was born February 10, 1960 in New Haven to Shelley (Lund) Smith and the late Charles Smith.

Besides her mother Shelley, Hollie is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Gary, her stepson Jay Bushey, Aunt Pam Flemming...

Sep 28, 2024

Laurie Ryer passed away peacefully at her home in Southbury, CT on September 28, 2024. She was 64.

Consummate wine critic and new local beer aficionado, Laurie was the anchor of her family and tolerator of her husband. With a balanced life of work as a museum director and owner of a video production company, she produced...

Sep 27, 2024

Newtown-

Alexander Fraser, age 91, of Newtown, CT, passed away on September 27, 2024 at Danbury Hospital.

Al was born in Bridgeport, CT on March 13, 1933 to James and Elizabeth Fraser. He grew up in Fairfield, CT and was a graduate of Roger Ludlowe High School. He continued his education at the University of...

Sep 27, 2024

Mary Frances Polino (nee Morley) of Southbury, CT passed away on September 27, 2024, at the age of 72, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on January 2, 1952, Mary Fran, as she was affectionately known, dedicated her life to nurturing and supporting her family, friends, and community.

Mary Fran grew up in Jersey City, New Jersey...

Sep 19, 2024

Southbury- Christopher Phillip Hughes, 64, known to friends and family as Duffy, passed away peacefully after a long illness on September 19th, 2024.

Duffy was born on June 18th, 1960 in Wisconsin to Marilynn and Richard Hughes. The family eventually settled in Southbridge, Massachusetts, where Duffy thrived in High School. A star athlete, he played baseball and...

Sep 18, 2024

Douglas Batcheller Sherman, age 78, of Bethlehem, CT, passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family and friends on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, after a brave battle with ALS. Doug was Born on October 9, 1945, in Worcester, Massachusetts. He was a dedicated son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose love and kindness will be deeply missed...

Sep 18, 2024

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Charles H. Rose Jr., age 69, of Bethel, CT, passed away suddenly at his home on September 18, 2024. Raised in Wilmington, Delaware, he was the son of Charles H. Rose Sr. and Elizabeth Sewter Rose. He attended Tatnall High School, the University of Delaware, and Washington College. He is survived...

Sep 16, 2024

Woodbury-

Anne Peterson, a strong and independent woman, navigated the ups and downs of life with grace and a steadfast faith in God. By His grace, she passed away peacefully at home on September 16, 2024. Anne found her greatest relaxation on the beaches of Long Beach Island or while skiing at Mt. Snow, Vermont.

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Sep 16, 2024

Susan Turner Sullivan of Newtown, CT (formerly Somers, NY), unexpectedly died on Monday September 16th at 73 years old. Susan was born in Bronxville to Robert J. and Elsie Flaherty Turner.

In 1976, she married the love of her life Ken Sullivan. Together they established Rye's Sullivan Opticians which served the community for 25 years.

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Sep 7, 2024

Shirley Savo, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, & friend, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on September 7th, 2024 at Waterbury Hospital. She was 89, though she would tell you she's "only 68." Born August 23rd, 1935 in New Haven, Connecticut, Shirley was predeceased by her parents Julia and Henry Kalisciak and her brother Carl Manemeit. She is survived...

Sep 5, 2024

Mark Chapman, 66, of Woodbury, Connecticut, passed away on September 5th, 2024. Mark was born to Phyllis Leavenworth (Chapman) Rianhard and the late Linwood Chapman on July 18, 1958, in Waterbury, Connecticut. After living and working as a chef in various places throughout the country, including Massachusetts, Connecticut, and California, Mark moved back to Woodbury and lived with his...

Sep 2, 2024

June 17, 1938 – September 2, 2024

It is with great sadness the family of William Gerald Lake "Jerry" of Southbury, CT (formerly of Ringwood, NJ) announce his passing on September 2, 2024, at the age of 86.

Jerry grew up in Cliffside Park, NJ and worked as the head lifeguard at Palisades Amusement Park....

Aug 29, 2024

Arthur J. Carlucci of Salisbury, CT died peacefully in his sleep on August 29, and has returned to the hands of the Lord.

He was born in Brooklyn, NY to Arthur and Filomena (Corso) Carlucci on January 17, 1929. The oldest of four children, his siblings included George, Dorie, and Eleanor. He was nicknamed Corky after the...

Aug 28, 2024

Charles James "Jim" Kaiser of Southbury, CT, husband of Barbara Ribeiro Kaiser, passed away on August 28th, 2024 at Danbury Hospital with his wife by his side. He was the son of the late George W. Kaiser and Rose A. Burroughs.

Jim was born in Mt. Kisco, NY on July 9, 1940 and grew up in Ridgefield,...

Aug 27, 2024

Watertown-

Paul David LaBoudy, 77, of Watertown, CT passed away on August 27, 2024 from complications due to COVID. Fondly known as Dave throughout his life, he was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Dave was predeceased his parents Paul LaBoudy and Cora Lautenschlager, and his brother Bill.

Dave is survived by his...

Aug 23, 2024

In loving memory of Floyd Lewis Judson, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who passed away peacefully on August 23, 2024, in Woodbury, Connecticut at the age of 95. Born on November 9, 1928, Floyd was a proud 9th generation descendant of Woodbury founding father Lt. Joseph Judson. Floyd's roots ran deep in Woodbury, where he spent his...

Aug 21, 2024

Myron Havrilchak of Southbury CT, husband of Phyllis Havrilchak passed away on August 21, 2024 at Danbury Hospital after a brief illness. He was the son of Michael and Mary Havrilchak.

Myron was born in Olyphant, PA. on August 15, 1931. After high school he joined the army. He met his lifelong sweetheart and married on September...

Aug 21, 2024

Educator, Antiquarian, gardener, fisherman, athlete, and kind soul, Julius Robert Kelz, known affectionately as " Bob or Pop," passed away peacefully on August 21, 2024, surrounded by family members at the Watermark East Hill, Southbury, CT. He was born on June 25, 1933 to Julius O. and Ruth W. Kelz in Honesdale, Pennsylvania.

Bob attended Honesdale High...