Darlene Bouchard Erzen, age 53, of Stratford, beloved wife of the late Mario Erzen, passed away on Friday, July 6, 2012 in her home. Darlene, a retired RN for Bishop Wicke Health Center in Shelton, was born in Bridgeport to Patricia (Wehrer) and the late Paul Bouchard, and has been life long area resident. She was a graduate of St. Vincent's College of Nursing, was an avid cook, and had a love of religion, her garden, and an overall genuine love for life. Survivors include her beloved children Mario, Nicholas, Dena, and Christina, 3 cherished grandchildren Jayden, Ava, and Gia, her mother Patty Ligouri, of FL, 4 sisters Debie Kelly of VT, Annette Bouchard of FL, Yvette Bouchard, and Michelle Bouchard, both of Ansonia, and several nieces and nephews. Friends may greet her family on Wednesday July 11th from 4-7 p.m in the Adzima Funeral Home 50 Paradise Green Place Stratford. A prayer service will take place at 5:30 p.m. Interment will be private