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
Barbara R 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Aug 8, 2026
Visitation for Glory will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at Cornerstone Church, 656 Oxford Road, Oxford Connecticut from 8:30 AM -9:30 AM with a service at 9:30. Burial will follow at Pine Hill Cemetery, 115 Pine Hill Road Southbury, Connecticut.
To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit www.munsonloveterefuneralhome.com
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
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
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
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
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...
Katherine L. Lorensen
Aug 2, 2026
Katherine Louise Lorensen, CHt, RMT, CPK
October 24, 1949 – August 2, 2026
Katherine Louise Lorensen, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, died on August 2, 2026. She died peacefully at the age of 76 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was lovingly surrounded by her family at Regional Hospice Center in Danbury, Connecticut.
Katherine was born October 24, 1949, in...
Homer F. Lutjen Jr.
Aug 1, 2026
An obituary is currently being composed, please check back soon.
A Mass of Christian burial will take place Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 10:00am held at Sacred Heart Church located 910 Main St. N. Southbury, Connecticut. Burial will follow at New North Cemetery in Woodbury.
To leave an online condolence please visit munsonlovetere.com.
John "Jack" Bodge Kenerson II
Jul 29, 2026
John “Jack” Bodge Kenerson II, 62, of Watertown, Connecticut and Dublin, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully at Connecticut Hospice in Branford on July 29, 2026, after a brief but aggressive battle with metastatic bladder cancer. A deeply devoted husband, father, son, teacher, mentor, and coach, Jack lived a life defined by service, humility, quiet courage, and an unwavering commitment to...
Phyllis Mary Anglemyer
Jul 27, 2026
To watch the livestream of Phyllis Anglemyer's Memorial Mass please click here.
Phyllis Mary (Ferber) Anglemyer, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on July 27, 2026, in Danbury Hospital after a battle with cancer.
Phyllis was introduced to the love of her life, Edgar Anglemyer by her childhood friend, Linda Gonzalez. Phyllis and Ed were happily married for 53...
John P. Gannon
Jul 23, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Gannon, 78, a cherished brother, proud Navy veteran, devoted friend and a man of quiet strength, who entered into eternal rest on July 23, 2026.
John was born May 29, 1948 in Cleveland, Ohio to parents John and Jean Gannon.
John demonstrated remarkable courage and grace throughout his life, facing...
Marie Rubas
Jul 23, 2026
Marie Rubas, 92, of Naugatuck, CT, passed away on July 23, 2026. She was born on February 24, 1934, and lived a life filled with warmth, kindness, and unyielding spirit.
Growing up, Marie had a zest for life that radiated through her passions. She was known for her athleticism and spent many joyful summers enjoying outdoor sports, particularly softball, where she...

