Obituaries
Peter Marshall Callender
Mar 8, 2026
Peter Marshall Callender, age 61, beloved husband of Maryann Callender, passed away peacefully at Treasure Coast Hospice (Stuart, FL) on March 8, 2026. Born in Meriden, CT on April 24,1964, he was the cherished son of the late Edwin A. Sr. and Rosemary H. Callender.
Peter leaves behind his two loving daughters, Kelly Spragg and her husband Howard, and Ashley Lockwood...
Jennifer Michelle Pemberton
Mar 8, 2026
Jennifer Michelle Pemberton, age 41, of Gilmer, Texas, unexpectedly passed away in her home on March 8, 2026.
Jennifer had been a longtime resident of Gilmer, but Connecticut was always home to her. It was where her heart remained and where she had planned to return following the recent passing of her beloved mother, Renee Newell.
Jenn was no stranger to life’s...
Judith Holgerson
Mar 6, 2026
Judith Diane Holgerson, 79, of the Villages, FL, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026. She was born on May 24, 1946, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Albert and Anna Kurimsky.Judith was the beloved wife of Dennis Holgerson, with whom she shared 55 wonderful years of marriage. Together they built a loving home and family that meant everything to her.She had...
Elaine Kosh
Mar 2, 2026
Elaine Kosh, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on March 2, 2026, at the age of 89. Daughter of Charles and Anna Kozulko and sister to Charles, Vera (Choch) and twin sister Eugenia, all predeceased. Born on January 19, 1937, Elaine lived a life defined by warmth, humor, strength, and deep...
Vincent J. Hetes
Feb 27, 2026
Hetes, Vincent John (102), beloved husband of Ann M Hetes for 71 years. Born in Stratford CT in 1923, as the son of the late Steve Hetes and Margaret Mayernick Hetes, he was a resident of Stratford and later Trumbull. Survivors include his sons, Michael and Robert (wife Sharon), grandsons, Chip and Christian Gasper and Austen and Calvin Hetes and...
Holly Anne Papstein
Feb 26, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Holly Anne Novak Papstein, a beloved wife, mother, and dedicated philanthropist, who left this world on February 26, 2026, at the age of 60.
Born on December 15, 1965, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, to the late Joseph and Helen Kerpchar Novak, Holly was a bright light whose kindness and unwavering commitment...
Eric K. Hansen
Feb 25, 2026
Eric K. Hansen, age 64, of North Branford, passed away on February 25, 2026. Born in Bridgeport on November 5, 1961, to the late Knute and Jane (Bradley) Hansen, he was a lifelong area resident and a proud graduate of Bucknell University, where he earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
Following in his father’s footsteps, Eric dedicated himself to a...
Jeanie Phommarath
Feb 25, 2026
Jeanie Phommarath, age 43, of Bridgeport, beloved wife of Kevin Matyasovszky, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026. Jeanie was born in Jamaica Queens. New York, on May 20, 1982, beloved daughter of Youn Phommarath and the late Khamkeung Phommarath and has been a local resident for most of her life. She was a graduate of Central High School, class...
Nick Santangini
Feb 19, 2026
Nick Santangini, of Stratford, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at the age of 85 on February 19, 2026. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Louis and Frances (Venzzia) Santangini. He is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Alice; daughter Theresa Granger and her partner Michael Morneau, along with grandson Tyler Granger of Portland, CT;...
Eleanor Dugan
Feb 19, 2026
Eleanor Dugan, age 88, of Easton, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026.
Eleanor was born in Bridgeport on February 14, 1938, to the late John and Helen (Hudak) VanKovics and has been a lifelong area resident. She was a graduate of Bassick High School and was employed by Dr. Charles Kilby, of Easton for thirty years and retired after twenty...
Irene T. Menard
Feb 16, 2026
Irene T. Menard, age 99, of Stratford, beloved wife of the late Donald R. Menard, passed away on February 16, 2026, in her home.
Irene was born in Bridgeport on July 9, 1926, to the late Peter and Mary (Pallo) Kopchyak and has been a lifelong area resident. She was a graduate of Harding High School and earned her bachelor’s degree...
Sergio Arturo Hereford
Feb 12, 2026
Sergio Arturo Hereford, age 54, of Stratford, the beloved husband of Cristina Velasco Hereford, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026, in his home. Sergio was born in Union de Tula, Mexico on October 9, 1971, the son of Cesar Eduardo Hereford Larios and Ma de Jesus Villasenor Estrella. He is the owner of Acapulcos Family Restaurant and Cantina in...
John Peter Ganio
Feb 11, 2026
John Peter Ganio “Pete”, age 84, of Boynton Beach Florida, formerly of Danbury, beloved husband of Bernadette Kernicky Ganio, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026. Pete was born in Danbury on May 30, 1941, to the late Dario and Maria (Lohmuller) Ganio and had been a longtime Danbury resident, prior to moving to Boynton Beach five years ago.
He was...
Theresa S. Kelso
Feb 11, 2026
Theresa S. Kelso (Terri), age 95, of Shelton, Connecticut (formerly of Easton, CT) died on February 11, 2026, in her home surrounded by the family and things that she loved. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, A. Donald Kelso, Jr. (Don).
Theresa was born in White Plains, NY and raised in Taunton, MA. She was a graduate of Bryant College,...
Timothy P. Quill IV
Feb 10, 2026
Timothy P. Quill IV. age 58, of Woodbridge, beloved husband of Brenda Sirois Quill and father of Timothy Quill V and Liliana Quill, passed away suddenly on February 10, 2026. Tim was born in Bridgeport on July 24, 1967. He was a graduate of Sacred Heart High School in Waterbury, CT, and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in...
Janet Colleen Schreckengost
Feb 9, 2026
Janet Colleen Schreckengost, age 70, of Stratford, passed away suddenly on February 9, 2026, in her home.
Janet was born in New Kensington, Pennsylvania on June 11, 1955, to the late Lloyd and Eileen (Kuntz) Schreckengost and had been a lifelong area resident. She was a graduate of Stratford High School, class of 1973 and was a retired Medical Technician.
Survivors include...
Albert J. "A.J." Sequin
Feb 9, 2026
Albert J. Sequin “A.J.”, age 60, of Maine, passed away suddenly on February 9, 2026. A.J. was born in Bridgeport on September 27, 1965, beloved son of the late Albert W. and Carol (Piroh) Sequin and had been a longtime area resident prior to moving to Maine 17 years ago. He was a graduate of Bullard Havens Technical High School,...
Mary B. Ucci
Feb 8, 2026
Mary Bernadine Ucci, 87 of Bridgeport CT. died on February 8th, 2026. “Mickey” mother of Sandra Ucci and Michelle Mendello passed away unexpectedly leaving her loving family behind.
She is survived by her two daughters, Sandra and Michelle. As well as her 4 grandchildren, Kourtney, Emily, Ethan, and Taylor, all local to the New Jersey area.
Former Ms. Bridgeport CT, Mary, was...
Joan E. Brazzell
Feb 7, 2026
Born in Brooklyn to James and Kathryn Brazzell on February 17, 1930, Joan Brazzell entered Eternal Life at the age of 95 in Bridgeport, Connecticut on February 7, 2026. She was predeceased by her brother, James Brazzell.
Joan enjoyed a long and dedicated career with AT&T, retiring in 1990. In retirement, she remained deeply engaged in community life in Stratford, Connecticut....
Lucien V. Zeffiro
Feb 7, 2026
Lucien Vito Zeffiro, age 76, of Stratford, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2026, after a lengthy illness. He was born on March 15, 1949, to the late Anthony and Ann (Cagganello) Zeffiro. Lucien was a proud graduate of Stratford High School, Class of 1967, and continued his education at Fairfield University, where he graduated in 1971 on a Headmaster’s...
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