Obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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.

A Memorial...

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...

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...

Matthew McDonald

Matthew McDonald

Aug 1, 2025

Reverend Matthew McDonald entered his eternal rest on August 1,2025 at the age of 86. He was born on November 25,1938 in Lake City, SC. His Parents were Judge Lawrence, and Exie Cameron McDonald.

Matthew excelled in school as a graduate of Timmonsville High School. He had several jobs as a teenager. His employers saw something special about him. He was...

Sandra H. Hiltz

Sandra H. Hiltz

Jul 27, 2025

Sandra H. Hiltz, age 88, of Fairfield, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 27, 2025 in her home following a long illness. Born in Bridgeport, the daughter of the late Herbert and Evelyn Hoskins, she had been a lifelong Fairfield resident. Mrs. Hiltz graduated from the Thomas School in Rowayton and attended Wheelock College in Boston. Sandra married the love of...

James M. Finnegan

James M. Finnegan

Jul 24, 2025

James M. Finnegan, 59, of Milford passed away peacefully surrounded by his family after a valiant battle with cancer. James was the proud father of Joseph P. Finnegan of Stratford. James was born in New Hartford, NY on November 2, 1965 to John H. Finnegan, Jr. and Paula (LeCain) Finnegan.

After graduating from Andrew Warde High School, Jim pursued an education...

Joseph John Monopoli, Jr.

Joseph John Monopoli, Jr.

Jul 23, 2025

Joseph John Monopoli Jr. passed away peacefully in his home state of Connecticut on July 23, 2025, at the age of 82, just days before the 10th anniversary of the passing of his beloved wife, Marianne.

Born in Harlem, New York, Joe was the son of Joseph Sr. and Angela Monopoli, and the beloved brother of Adrienne Brazier and the late...

Michael Fernand Couture

Michael Fernand Couture

Jul 15, 2025

It is with great sadness we announce the unexpected death of Michael Fernand Couture, life long Fairfield resident. Mike was a triplet born on December 4th, 1971 along with his brothers Christopher Couture and Father Jeffrey Couture, a current Roman Catholic Priest for the Diocese of Bridgeport. Mike was a true Fairfielder growing up near Fairfield beach, enjoying family outings,...

William Alan Gerber

William Alan Gerber

Jul 15, 2025

William Alan “Bill” Gerber, 60, First Selectman of Fairfield, died Tuesday, July 15, at Yale New Haven Hospital from complications related to a recently diagnosed brain tumor.

Born in 1964 in Abington, PA, Bill was the youngest child of Lewis and Joyce Gerber. He graduated from Cheltenham High School in 1982 where he was captain of the football team. Bill graduated...

Daniel "Dan" Rivera

Daniel "Dan" Rivera

Jul 13, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the untimely passing of Daniel “Dan” Rivera, beloved husband, father, brother, colleague, and friend. Dan passed away unexpectedly on July 13th, 2025 while on tour with the New England Society for Psychic Research (NESPR), a job which he loved and took pride in. He was a veteran of the United States Army.

Dan...