Obituaries

Jun 17, 2025

Pauline (Seresin)Nosal – Entered this world February 16, 1922 – Peacefully left this world June 17, 2025, at the age of 103 years.

When asked her age, Pauline never gave a number, she would always just tell people she was "Ancient".  Pauline was an intelligent, strong, and independent woman. She met her husband-to-be, Al, while they both...

Jun 16, 2025

Richard J. Saykosky, age 80, of Stratford, beloved husband of the late Catherine Casey Saykosky, passed away on June 16, 2025.

Richard was born in Bridgeport on January 7, 1945, to the late John and Anna (Kovac) Saykosky. Richard was an active member of the local community and a U.S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam War. He...

Jun 14, 2025

Mark S. Verespie, age 69, of Shelton, passed away peacefully at home on June 14, 2025.

Mark was born in Bridgeport on February 18, 1956, to the late Edward and Lillian (Durovchik) Verespie and had been a lifelong area resident. He was a graduate of Shelton High School, class of 1974, and was a self-employed plumber and...

Jun 12, 2025

Dolores Marie Galen, age 74 of Black Rock, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Hartford Hospital.

Born in Bridgeport on November 26, 1950, to the late Theodore and Dolores Celia (Howanitz) Galen, she has been a lifelong Black Rock resident and a lifelong parishioner at St. Ann's Roman Catholic Church. As an academic, Dolores graduated...

Jun 3, 2025

Lucy Lynch, age 83, a resident of Christiana, PA, died peacefully on June 3, 2025, one day before her 84thbirthday, surrounded by her loving and devoted daughter and son in law.

Lucy was born in Pielnia, Poland, to the late Tadeusz Sobolewski and Kazimiera Folta.  She came to the United States when she was only 7 years...

Jun 2, 2025

Sandi Kochiss, a beloved art educator and devoted Stratford resident, passed away at the age of 78 on June 2, 2025. Born in Bridgeport to John and Ethel Kochiss, Sandi spent her life inspiring young minds and nurturing their creativity. As an elementary school art teacher in Stratford and later in Stamford, she left an indelible mark on her...

May 31, 2025

Eleanor Margaret Fisch went home to be with her Lord whom she loved with all her heart. She attributed her desire for knowledge, truth and art to God's many blessings upon her.

She was born to Louise Geiger and Henry Charles Prahl, Sr. in Bronx, NY, one of five siblings. Rudolf Prahl and his wife, Adele, Frederick...

May 29, 2025

Anita H. Newbauer, age 97, of Stratford, beloved wife of the late Eugene Newbauer, passed away on May 29, 2025, in her home.

Anita was born in Germany on October 19, 1927, to the late Eugen and Else (Balkhaus) Evertz, and had been a longtime area resident. Survivors include her devoted children, Lisa Newbauer-Krieger and her husband...

May 28, 2025

Arthur W. May, age 75, of Stratford, beloved husband of Leona Leto May, passed away suddenly on May 28, 2025.

Art was born in Bridgeport on September 16, 1949, to the late Arthur and Evelyn (Harday) May and had been a lifelong area resident. He was a graduate of Stratford High School, class of 1967 and earned...

May 26, 2025

Daniel N. Chanda, 91, lifelong resident of Stratford, passed from this life on May 26, 2025, following several illnesses.

Daniel was a Navy veteran, a retired Assistant Chief of the Stratford Fire Department and former Fire Commission member. Daniel spent many years as an avid polka and square-dancing enthusiast. He will be remembered by his family and...

May 26, 2025

Nicholas Raymond Cavanaugh, age 18, of Stratford, beloved son of Kimberly LaCroix and Gene Cavanaugh, passed away suddenly, on May 26, 2025.

Nicholas was born in Bridgeport on May 20, 2007, and had been a lifelong Stratford resident. He was a senior at Bunnell High School and was looking forward to starting his college career at Sacred...

May 25, 2025

Frank J. Kaputa Sr., age 94, of Stratford, beloved husband of Carole Jankura Kaputa, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025, in his home with his family by his side. Frank was born in Bridgeport on September 6, 1930, to the late John and Mary (Homa) Kaputa and had been a lifelong area resident. He was a graduate of...

May 24, 2025

Thomas G. Moycik, age 91, of Stratford, beloved husband of Pauline Galya Moycik, passed away on May 24, 2025, in his home. Tom was born in Bridgeport on May 29, 1933, to the late George and Mary (Gaydos) Moycik, and had been a lifelong area resident. He was the proprietor of Family Mechanical Inc., prior to his retirement.

May 11, 2025

Joan Balas Bucci, age 85, the beloved wife of John A. Bucci passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on May 11, 2025, after a brief illness.

Joan was born in Bridgeport, CT on November 21, 1939, to the late George Balas and Liboria Russo Balas, and was a long-time resident of Bridgeport...

May 9, 2025

Martha Ann Dina, 83, of Stratford, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 9, 2025, in the comfort of her home after a long illness. She was born in Bridgeport to the late Joseph M and Frances (Olsavsky) Dina.

She graduated from Sts. Cyril and Methodius Commercial High School in 1957, and then from Stratford High, class of...

May 7, 2025

Howard Edward Baker Jr, age 92, of Stratford, the beloved husband of the late Patricia Macey, passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Stratford. Born in Bridgeport on March 9, 1933, to the late Howard and Jayne (Moe) Baker, he has been a lifelong Stratford resident. Howie was a veteran of the US Army and retired from Dichello...

May 6, 2025

Terri Lynn Gearity, age 60, of Stratford, passed away suddenly on May 6, 2025, in her home. Terri was born in Bridgeport on January 26, 1965, to the late Terrence and Elaine (Cole) Gearity and has been lifelong area resident. She was a graduate of Stratford High School and was a clerk for the Stratford Public Library. Survivors include...

May 5, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John "Iggy" Ignatovich 79, of Sandy Hook CT, formally of Fairfield on May 5, 2025. A loving husband, a devoted dad and papa, John left a legacy of kindness, love, laughter, and unconditional love.

John was born on February 1, 1946, in Bridgeport, CT to the...

May 4, 2025

Margaret Mary (Peggy) Barnish, age 86, of Stratford, passed away peacefully in the presence of loved ones Sunday, May 4, 2025, at Lord Chamberlain Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Daughter of loving parents Paul Barnish and Helen Klevecz Barnish, she is survived by her devoted son, Frank Militello, whom she reunited with ten years ago, bringing them both...

May 1, 2025

Robert Edward Mescavage, age 88, of Stratford, the beloved husband of Marie Laskowsky Mescavage passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025, in Bridgeport Hospital. Born In Shenandoah, PA on April 7, 1937, to the late John and Elizabeth Wojciniwicz Mescavage and has been a lifelong area resident. Bob was a Veteran of the United States Air Force and was...