Obituaries

Peter M. Zampedri

Peter M. Zampedri

Aug 26, 2025

Peter M. Zampedri was born on October 5, 1941, at home in Fairfield, Connecticut, to Peter V. and Rose (Del Buono) Zampedri. He was the only son among his siblings, growing up with his sisters Angie Arnold (Bob), his twin sister Shirley Lumley (Jack), and Marie George (Elmer).

In 1962, Peter married the love of his life, Marcia (Nemeskay) Zampedri, in...

John "Jack" Williams

John "Jack" Williams

Aug 17, 2025

John Clarke Williams, age 95, of Fairfield CT passed peacefully Sunday, August 17, 2025.

“Jack” was born April 8, 1930, in Stepney CT to the late Amelia Woodin Williams and Ernest C. Williams. He is survived by his loving wife of 73 years, Muriel Blackadar Williams, his daughters, Deborah Stebbins (Charles), Leslie Fitzgerald, Wendy Mears (Dean). He also leaves his grandchildren,...

Judy Ann Warga

Judy Ann Warga

Aug 30, 2025

Judy Ann Warga of Fairfield CT passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, August 30th 2025. Judy fought a courageous fight against Lupus and other serious health issues most of her life. Judy passed away, just as she lived her life..Her way and on her terms.

Judy was born September 18th, 1963 in Norwalk, CT. She is predeceased by...

William D. "Bill" Lee

William D. "Bill" Lee

Sep 10, 2025

William D. “Bill” Lee, 80 of Fairfield passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of Marie Romanchick Lee. Bill was born August 10, 1945 to the late Leonard J. Sr. and Edith Lovanio Lee.

Bill was a skilled mason, who always made sure a job was done “just right” before he was happy with...

Kelly McQuade Ryan

Kelly McQuade Ryan

Aug 20, 2025

Kelly McQuade Ryan of Milford, CT passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, August 20th, in New Haven following her courageous and inspirational battle against a lengthy illness. She was 43. Kelly was born on April 20, 1982, to Terence and Kacey Ryan (nee Carmer). She was predeceased by her mother and survived by her loving sisters Kensy...

Leon Venech

Leon Venech

Sep 7, 2025

Leon Venech, age 82, of Fairfield, formerly of Boynton Beach, FL and Massapequa Park, NY passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025 surrounded by his family. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he had been a Fairfield resident for the last 6 years.

Leon was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who enjoyed spending time in the sun, golfing, reading, and being with his...

Sandra M. Baldelli

Sandra M. Baldelli

Sep 4, 2025

Sandra M. Baldelli, age 80, of Stratford, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025 surrounded by her family. Born in Norwalk, the daughter of the late Russell and Helen (Prochaska) Boutilier, she had been a lifelong area resident. Together with her first husband, Kelly Walsh, they raised eight children. When her children were older, Sandra went to work for Warnaco, Corvettes...

Edith Kaufman

Edith Kaufman

Sep 2, 2025

Edith Kaufman, 92, of New York City, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2025 at Mozaic Senior Living, where she was well cared for by her son Mitchell and his wife Carmela. Edith was the devoted wife to the late Harold Kaufman who passed away in 2015. She was born in Brooklyn on March 12, 1933.

Edith worked side by side...

Susan Virginia Brown

Susan Virginia Brown

Aug 31, 2025

Susan Virginia Brown (née Matto), age 103, passed away peacefully in her home on August 31, 2025. Born on September 26, 1921 she was the daughter of Frank and Theresa Matto, the 4 th child of nine. During her young life she contributed greatly to the care of her younger siblings. After high school, she attended Butler Business School and...

Ricardo J. DaSilva

Ricardo J. DaSilva

Aug 31, 2025

Ricardo (Richard) J. DaSilva, Sr., not long after celebrating his 87th birthday, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on August 31, 2025. Born and raised in Whitman, MA by loving parents Antonio and Lena (Mello) DaSilva, Ricardo was one out of 10 children living on his parent’s farm. From a young age, hard work and dedication...

Joseph "Jay" Galluzzo

Joseph "Jay" Galluzzo

Aug 27, 2025

Joseph “Jay” Galluzzo, age 60, of Fairfield, CT, died peacefully at home in the loving embrace of his devoted family on August 27, 2025, after a courageous 20-month battle with glioblastoma.

Jay was warm, kind, open-hearted, and made friends with everyone he met. His passions included skiing, golf, live music, hiking, travel, and all sports, but above all, he loved his...

William R. Freeman, Jr.

William R. Freeman, Jr.

Aug 26, 2025

Born in Bath, Maine, in 1927, William "Bill" Freeman, Jr. was the son of Marian Hill Freeman and William Robinson Freeman. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on August 26, 2025.

Bill’s family moved from Maine to Westfield, New Jersey, in 1937. He graduated from Admiral Farragut Academy in 1945, attended the US Merchant Marine Academy (Kings...

Robert S. Walin

Robert S. Walin

Aug 25, 2025

Robert Stewart Walin, age 95, died peacefully on August 25, 2025 in Southport, CT at the Maplewood at Southport assisted living facility. He had previously lived in Darien, CT with his daughter and prior to that had been a long-time resident of Washington, CT.

Bob was born on October 8, 1929 to Frank Leonard and Kathleen Stewart Walin in the Bronx...

Janet C. Christie

Janet C. Christie

Aug 16, 2025

Janet C. Christie of Fairfield, CT, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great­grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025. Janet was the loving wife of Donald B. Christie with whom she shared over 70 years of marriage, a partnership marked by devotion, humor, and enduring love. She was born in Boston, MA on October 3, 1932, the daughter...

Ralph Frissora

Ralph Frissora

Aug 16, 2025

Ralph Frissora - THE MAN, THE MYTH, THE LEGEND born to Maria Ventresca and Raphaele Frissora, entering the world at a whopping 14 pounds - perhaps the most difficult moment for his mother, but from then on, he was known for his easygoing nature, his “keep calm and carry on” attitude, and for going through life without a single complaint...

Theresa M. Bjorlin

Theresa M. Bjorlin

Aug 15, 2025

Theresa M. Bjorlin passed away peacefully in Stamford, Connecticut on August 15 at the age of 90.

Theresa is survived by her beloved husband of 69 years, Roy Bjorlin, of Fairfield; her son Roy and his wife Lenore of Fairfield; her daughter MaryLynne Tarantino of Fairfield; five grandchildren, Louis Tarantino, Melissa Tarantino, Roy Bjorlin (Courtney), Erica Serrano (William) and Heather Erickson...

Margery B. Hood

Margery B. Hood

Aug 12, 2025

Margery B. Hood, 82, of Bridgeport formerly of Fairfield, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025. She is the daughter of the late Rev. James and Dorothy Buchanan Hood.

Margery worked for many years as a legal secretary. Her devotion to her faith and her church will be her lasting legacy. She is survived by her sister Dorothy of Colorado.

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Alfred (Al) James Kelly

Alfred (Al) James Kelly

Aug 11, 2025

Alfred (Al) James Kelly, age 64 of Fairfield, beloved husband of Donna Moyher Kelly, passed away suddenly Monday, August 11, 2025. Born in Bridgeport, the son of the late Robert and Mary (Jolson) Kelly, he had been a lifelong Fairfield resident. Al graduated from Fairfield College Preparatory Scholl, class of 1979 and the Bridgeport Engineering Institute, class of 1989. He...

Sally Pennoyer

Sally Pennoyer

Aug 7, 2025

Sally Anne Carpenter Sulik Pennoyer, 86, went home to her Jesus on August 7, 2025, in Trumbull, Connecticut after a brief illness. Born on December 1, 1938, Sally was blessed with a family that had both a deep love for Jesus and a deep love for laughter. The only female of her generation, Sally was well able to hold her...

Ellen Cowen

Ellen Cowen

Aug 1, 2025

Ellen Cowen, mother to Jeff Cowen and Jane Cowen Hamilton, and loving grandmother to Gordon and Charlotte Hamilton died peacefully August 1st. Born in New York City in 1939, she later moved to Westport, Connecticut. Ellen will be remembered for her buoyant personality and love of classical music, opera and art. Ellen ran the New York City and London Marathons...