All Obituaries

     Paula Elizabeth DeBone, age 83 of Norwalk, died at the Norwalk Hospital on December 1, 2020.  She was the wife of the late William V. DeBone.  Paula was born in Norwalk on February 10, 1936, the daughter of the late Charles and Josephine (Vagliante) DiPietro.   She is survived by her son Darren P. DeBone several nieces and nephews.  Paula was predeceased by her son William DeBone and brothers Charles, Andrew, Joseph, Patrick and Al DiPietro. ...

Catherine E. Sapia, 95, of West Haven, died on Nov. 29, 2020 at Seacrest Retirement center. Born in Stamford to the late Salvatore and Carmella (Tortora) Pace, she was the wife of the late David Sapia, and had worked for Trudy Toys.Predeceased by ten siblings, she is survived by her daughters Rose &(Ed) Audino, Linda Pongonis and Diane Somers, four grandchildren, four great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held privately, with burial at St. John...

Glenn B. Lambert, 70, longtime Norwalk resident, died on Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020 at his home in Bridgeport. Born in Stamford, son of the late James and Jeanne Lambert, he was the beloved husband of Irene “Bunny” (Kurimai) Lambert for 44 years.  Glenn worked as a computer operator, and held other jobs at Stew Leonard’s and Balducci’s before establishing himself as a residential landscaping designer. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, Native American events and...

Anthony “Tony” LaVista, 86, died on Nov. 29, 2020 at Meadow Ridge in Redding. He was the loving husband of Catherine “Kitty” (Fiorito) LaVista. Born in Yonkers, NY, the son of the late Anthony and Mary (Massello) LaVista. Predeceased by his son Anthony, and siblings Frank, Sal, Anna Marie, Angie, Virginia and Catherine. He was the former owner of Ambulette, a medical transport company and enjoyed golfing, casino trips, church trips, and spending time with friends at...

Rosalie ( Rosie) D. Hoyland, 82, of Norwalk, died on Nov. 28, 2020 at Norwalk Hospital after a brief illness. Born in Bridgeport, the daughter of the late Frank and Catherine (Simna) DellaVecchio, she was the loving wife of Albert I. Hoyland for 56 years.  Rosie was predeceased by her brother Frank DellaVecchio. Rosie is survived by her husband Albert, children Michael Hoyland of Stamford and Kimberly Hoyland-Devaney and her husband Martin, grandsons Ryan and Conner of Southport, her...

            Bob LeBlanc passed away peacefully at home after a short battle with pneumonia on Friday, November 27, 2020, aged 86 years, 9 months and 22 days. He is survived by his son, Robert, and his daughters, Laurie Rogan and her husband Steve, Kathy Lametta and her husband Tom, Maggie Curran and her husband Steve, and MaryAnn Pramer and her husband Chip, as well as thirteen grandchildren, Daniel Rogan, Julianne Siladi and her...

Daniel Sullivan, 81, of Norwalk, passed away on November 23, surrounded by his family. Born in Bridgeport on October 24, 1939 to Daniel and Helen (Martin) Sullivan, Dan was a beloved educator who began teaching at Wooster Junior High School in Stratford. He spent the majority of his career working for the Westport Board of Education, first as vice principal of Long Lots Junior High School and later as principal of both Coleytown and Greens Farms Elementary schools. Dan was preceded in death...

Nancy Joyce Peat Thomson Downey, 84, of Fort Worth, Texas, died on November 22, 2020. She was born in Springfield, Massachusetts, September 29, 1936, to the late Raymond and Phyllis (Lefleur) Peat, and lived in Fort Worth Texas with her husband Thomas Downey. She lived in Norwalk, CT many years before moving to Texas in 1997 with her late husband Walter Morrison Thomson who passed away in 1999. She was also predeceased by her grandson,  Michael-Morrison Walter...

     Joan M. (Whaley) Haessig, age 75 of Norwalk, died peacefully at her home on Saturday, November 21, 2020.  She was the wife of the late Ira R. Whaley and the late Wayne C. Haessig.  Joan was born on February 12, 1945 in Manhattan, NY, the daughter of the late Morton and Mildred (Chartrand) Dornheimer and has lived locally all of her life. She was devoted to her family and loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.      Joan...

Kathryn Tucciarone, 90, of Norwalk, passed away peacefully on November 20th.  Born March 4, 1930, she was the daughter of Ambrose and Grace Hefferan Murphy and wife of the late James A. Tucciarone.   A graduate of Norwalk Public Schools and the Norwalk Hospital School of Nursing, she worked as a registered nurse for many years at Norwalk Hospital and later in private practice, most notably at the office of Dr. Jack Falsone.  Widowed at a young age, Kathryn raised six...

Melissa Leigh Dampf a treasured daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin & friend passed away unexpectedly on November 19, 2020 at the age of 40.  “Sunshine” to her Dad was born March 21, 1980 in Bridgeport, CT to Frank and Sherre (Stubna) Dampf.  Melissa was a funny, loving and compassionate person, she had the most beautiful smile that could light up your soul. She loved volunteering for the animal rescue in Stamford & to foster dogs in her home,...

Michele “Mickey” Ahern,72 passed away peacefully Thursday morning, November 12, 2020 at Yale New Haven Hospital. Born in Norwalk, she was 72 years old. Mickey was the daughter of Edwin and Edith (Wright) Ahern who predeceased her as did a brother, Timothy Dennis Ahern and her dear companion of many years, Elio Garcia. She is survived by siblings Kathy Jacobs (Pete), Judy Ahern, Ed Ahern (Carol), Edith (aka Polly) Coté (Norm), Patricia Goodman (Frank), and Jeffrey Ahern....

Koula Christoforides, 81, of Norwalk, entered eternal life on Monday, Nov. 9, 2020 at Sharon Health Center. Born in Greece to the late Kosmas and Fanny Soulios, she was the wife of the late Kostas Christoforides. She was also predeceased by 5 of her siblings and her daughter, Antigony. She worked as a ‘Seamstress to the Stars’, sharing her talents with the likes of Joann Woodward, Paul Newman and Robert Redford. Koula is survived by her daughter Stacie (Scott) Klein of Norwalk,...

Rosa Teresa Di Stasio, 87, of Wilton, died on Monday, November 9th, 2020 at Norwalk Hospital. Born in Mileto, Italy, the daughter of Filippo and Laura (Occhiato) Mangone, she was the loving wife of Antonio Di Stasio for 63 years.  A devoted wife and mother, Rosa enjoyed cooking, gardening, and spending time with family, especially her cherished grandchildren.  She enjoyed summers at their home in Minturno, Italy, card games with family and friends, and making memories with the...

     George K. Lukach, age 82 of Wallkill, NY, died peacefully in Montrose, NY.  He was the loving husband of Ingrid (Hindriks) Lukach.  George was born in McKees Rocks, PA on April 12, 1938, the son of the late George and Anna (Kovalik) Lukach.  As a longtime Norwalk resident, he was a graduate of St. Mary’s School, Fairfield Prep, and Fairfield University.  George was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and was retired as Eastern Operations Sales...

     Robert Shimko of Norwalk passed away at sunrise on November 4, 2020.  Robert was an avid outdoorsman and a true friend of nature.  He had a lifelong love of fishing and feeding birds and squirrels.  Robert was the last of his siblings to be called to heaven; John, Joe, Margaret, Carole and Vincent are waiting for him at Heaven’s gate.  Robert leaves behind a host of nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews.  Robert enjoyed...

Carole P. (DeMio) Lippa, age 89, of Rowayton, passed away peacefully at Wilton Meadows on Sunday, November 1, 2020 after a brief stay. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 58 years, Sylvester H. Lippa. Born in Norwalk, the daughter of the late Valentino and Louise (D'Alessio) DeMio, she was a graduate of Norwalk High School, Class of 1948. She worked as an executive secretary for Remington Rand in Norwalk where she met her future husband. Carole was an active member of St....

On Sunday November 1, 2020 Norma Zukin passed away at Norwalk Hospital at the age of 84. Norma was born and raised in Norwalk, CT and was the President of the Rowlison Insurance Agency, where she began her career in 1958. She has been an active member of the Norwalk Seaport Association since 1981 when its original office was on Washington Street. Norma became a Trustee with the Seaport in 1995, and was a regular volunteer at the many Seaport events over the years. She served as a Trustee...

Marie A Johnson, 94, of Wilton passed away peacefully at Cook Willow Healthcare in Plymouth, CT on October 29,2020. Marie was the beloved wife of Samuel Johnson for 73 years. She was born on March 31, 1926 in Norwalk to the late Joseph Sr. and Mary (Patchen) Manzi. After attending high school, Marie went on to work as a packer at the Yankee Metal Factory. In addition to her husband Sam, she is survived by her daughter Deborah Johnson of Thomaston, CT and her three grandchildren; Trisha...

 Helen Neary Pryor, age 78 of Weston, died peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on October 21, 2020.  She was the loving wife of John Robert “Bobby” Pryor and the late Martin E. Neary.  Helen was born in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of the late Hubert and Clara (Kunzmann) Obser, and has lived locally for the past 53 years.  She had worked for Sperry Rand in New York City, was secretary for St. Francis of Assisi Church, and retired as secretary to the...

Catherine L. McManamon, “Kit”, 92, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2020 at her home in Norwalk. Born in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of the late Patrick and Winifred Boyle, she was also predeceased by her husband John L. McManamon, and her sister Mary.  She worked as a bookkeeper for Altieri Associates and Norwalk Linen Services, and was an avid gardener.   An active member of St. Jerome Church, she was very involved with church events, daily Masses, and the soup...

Harvey Leonard Gladstein passed away peacefully at the age of 79 on October 26, 2020 at Wilton Meadows. He was born in Bridgeport, CT to the late Paul and Sarah Gladstein on July 16, 1941. After growing up in Fairfield at his family home on Skytop Drive, Harvey served his country for two years in Vietnam from 1963 - 1965. He went on to spend the majority of his career working in Westport as a manager in the transportation industry, and grew his own family at a home on Pine Creek by...

Renato (Ronny) Di Stasio, 74, passed away in his sleep on Sunday, October 25, 2020 at Autumn Lake Healthcare in Norwalk Ct. Born on July 9, 1946 in Minturno, Italy, son of the late Giovanni and Concetta (Di Ciufo) Di Stasio.  Beloved son, brother and uncle.  He is survived by his three brothers Oreste Di Stasio, Frank Di Stasio, and Bruno Di Stasio, his seven nieces and nephews Tina Pritchard, Mary Martini, Nancy Giglio, John Di Stasio, Frankie Di Stasio, David Di Stasio,...

Dennis P. Sweeney, age 60 of Stamford, died suddenly at his home on October 25, 2020.  Dennis was born on January 28, 1960 in Mt. Cisco, NY, the son of the late Donald P. and Dorothy (Reynolds) Sweeney.  Dennis was a graduate of the Peter Kump Cooking School in New York City.  He enjoyed cooking and had a love for music.  Dennis is survived by his children Hannah R. Sweeney and Sean F. Sweeney, his brothers Donald and Douglas Sweeney and spouses, nieces and nephews...

Rosemary Catherine Tobin, beloved wife of the late Robert Tobin, died on October 23, 2020. Born in Brooklyn, NY on October 8, 1926 to the late Mary Margaret (Gleason) and John Joseph McCauley, she graduated from Fontbonne Hall Academy and attended St. John’s University, Columbia, and the American Institute of Banking. She worked for the New York Trust Co. and as the Office Manager for Howland-Steinbach.  Later she joined the Norwalk Registrar of Voters.   She...

     Dr. Karl Warren Olson, age 71 of Easton, died peacefully at his home on October 23, 2020, after a brief illness.  Karl was born in Stamford on April 18, 1949, the son of the late Warren E. and Dorothy (Studwell) Olson.  Karl grew up in New Canaan and has lived in Easton for many years.  He loved his work as a dentist and took great joy after work coming home and climbing on his green tractor to work in his garden and orchard.  He was a member of...

Antonio Romeo, 86, beloved husband of Maria Romeo, passed away peacefully on Oct. 16, 2020 at his home in Norwalk, surrounded by his adoring family.  Born in Calabria, Italy, Antonio immigrated to the United States more than fifty years ago. A self-employed painter, he worked dutifully to support his family, providing them with infinite love, guidance and opportunities. Antonio was predeceased by his grandson, Nico Mallozzi, and his brothers, Rosario and Domenico Romeo. In addition to...

Pauline J. McKale, a longtime resident of Westport and Palm Beach Gardens, Fla died peacefully at her home in Wilton on October 13, 2020,  she was 99 years old. The wife of the late John F. McKale, Pauline was born in Stamford to Frank and Josephine Nobile. Pauline worked with her husband at Mohawk Motors Inc. for several years.  Pauline was a member of the Norwalk Power Squadron Ladies Auxiliary and an avid golfer for over thirty years. She was an extremely gracious...

Joanne E. Pape, a life long Norwalk resident, passed away peacefully at Norwalk Hospital on October 18, 2020. She was born in Norwalk on February 17, 1949 to the late Warren and Norma (Wood) Pape. Joanne has been a member of the Lower Fairfield Regional Center for many years.                 Joanne is survived by her sister Debbie Emmerson of Summerfield Florida as well as her brother Brian Pape of Summerfield...

     Anthony (“Tony”) Mobilia, treasurer of the Norwalk Harbor Management Commission and chairman of it’s Walk Bridge Committee, died suddenly on Friday, October 9, of heart failure.  He was 81.      Tony was the husband of Dorothy Mobilia and the father of two sons, Anthony III of San Jose, California, and Philip of Miramar, Florida.  He and his wife were married for 55 years.      He was an art...

Ronald Michael “Ron” Secchi, Sr., age 76 of Norwalk, died peacefully at Norwalk Hospital on Friday, October 9.  He was the loving husband of Adelaide “Honey” (Arbini) Secchi.  Ron was born in Norwalk on July 13, 1944, the son of the late Michael J. and Rose (Rose) Secchi.  He was a graduate of J.M. Wright Tech and was a retired electrician, having worked for I.B.E.W. Local 208/488 for many years.  Ron was a member of the Norwalk Exchange Club and a...

Robert Donald Shriver, born on June 17, 1958, passed away peacefully at St. Vincent’s Hospital from heart failure on September 24, 2020.  He was 62 years old. Bob was a Norwalk High School 1976 graduate and former Norwalk resident most recently living in Shelton.  He was a long time employee of Firing Circuits in South Norwalk and Measurement Systems in Norwalk, Fairfield and Wallingford. Bob was a life-long member of the Community Advent Christian Church in East Norwalk...

Edilia Matteo passed away peacefully on October 10 at the age of 90.  A lifelong resident of Norwalk, Edilia is survived by her granddaughter, Krista and her husband, Adam, two great grandchildren, Annabel and Colin, her grandson Michael and his wife Julianne along with many nieces and nephews.  Edilia was born in Altoona, PA to Andrew and Angelia Morrone on January 28, 1930 and was the youngest of 7 children.  Edilia was a wonderful cook and baker and she was always feeding...

 Joseph J. Scavo, Sr., age 97 of Norwalk, died at Danbury Hospital on Monday, October 5.  He was the husband of the late Mafalda Garofola Scavo.  Joe was born in Carbondale, PA on May 26, 1923, the son of the late Salvatore and Rose (Bilotta) Scavo and has lived in Norwalk for most of his life.  He served in the U.S. Navy during WW II, was awarded the Purple Heart and was recently honored by the City of Norwalk.  Joe was retired from the U.S. Post Office.  He...

     Victor E. Varjassy, age 83 of Norwalk, died on October 6, 2020 at Norwalk Hospital.  He was the husband of Kathleen Sexton Varjassy.  Victor was born in New York City on August 14, 1937, the son of the late Emery and Martha (Danko) Varjassy.  He was a graduate of New York University and worked for many years as an engineer.  Victor was also predeceased by a son, Glenn E. Varjassy.  Services and interment will be private.  

Matthew James Harbilas, beloved son of Lynne Marren, died suddenly at his Norwalk home on Monday October 5, 2020. He was 32 years old. Matthew, known as “Matt” to his family and friends, was born in New Haven on September 20, 1988.  He graduated from Norwalk High School in 2006 where he was a pitcher and first baseman for the varsity baseball team. During Matt’s senior year of high school, he was captain of his team and was awarded the honor of “All FCIAC...

Dorothy A. Gilbert, 85, died on Monday, October 5, 2020, at her home in Norwalk. Born in White Plains, NY, the daughter of the late John and Dorothy (DeHart) Carbrey, she was the loving wife of the late Daniel J. Gilbert, and was also predeceased by her daughter Kathleen Ann Hewitt.   Dorothy worked in Sales for C.R. Gibson for 18 years until the company closed.  Dottie, as she was affectionately known by family and friends, was an active member of the Woman's Club of...

It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that the family of Carlos Manuel Vado, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2020 at Stamford Hospital at the age of 71. He was predeceased by his father Joaquin Vado-Vanegas and his mother Virginia Vado - Aymerich . He is survived by his loving wife, Maria and his two daughters Maria Flynn and husband Robert of Myrtle Beach, SC, Nancy Rupp and her husband Gregory of Stamford, CT,...

     Libia Ismenia Holguin, age 64 of Norwalk, died peacefully at the Norwalk Hospital on Tuesday, September 22.  She was the loving wife of Archimedes Robledo-Correa for 44 years.  Libia was born in Colombia on September 13, 1956, the daughter of the late Luis Angel Holguin and Blanca Ismenia Perez Arango and Stepmom Maria Piedad Hincapie Salazar. She had worked at Kent Park and was very devoted to her family and St. Mary’s Church in...

      William J. Conlon, age 96 of Norwalk, passed away at his home on Friday, September 25, 2020.  Born and raised in New York City on August 15, 1924, his beloved parents were Nettie Waldron of Netcong, NJ and Andrew J. Conlon of New York City along with his two younger brothers Robert and Kenneth.  William graduated from Immaculate Conception Catholic School, where he majored in art and music.  He graduated with honors and was awarded the Saint...

William F. Delaney, 75, of Bridgeport, died on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020 at the VA Medical Center, West Haven.  Born in Norwalk, William served in the U.S. Navy, during Vietnam, serving two tours with the Seabees. He worked as a plumbing & heating technician, and enjoyed skiing, mountain biking and racing midget cars.  He was predeceased by his wife Susan (Mazzone) Delaney in 1985, and a brother Artie Delaney. He is survived by his siblings; twin sister Hope Walton, John...

Alice T. Bennett, aged 88, a long time resident of Norwalk, died at home early Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020 due to complications from Parkinson's Disease. Wife of the late Willard E. Bennett, Alice was born in Jackson Heights, NY on June 19, 1932, to Hjalmar & Sigrid Ternlund, immigrants from Sweden and strong believers in education. Alice graduated from Hunter College High School in 1950 and was a graduate from St. Lukes Nursing School in 1953. She went on to earn her BA in Nursing from...

George DiRocco, a 16 year old student at Wilton High School, died unexpectedly on September 21 at the age of 16 from an undetected heart condition.   George was born and raised in Wilton where he played football and was a star player for the Wilton High School baseball team. A long time Dallas Cowboy and NY Mets fan. George loved to both watch and play sports with friends and family, when not playing X-box with friends or running around the yard with his beloved dogs he was making...

Joan Margaret West passed away on September 22, 2020 at Norwalk Hospital.  Joan was born on October 9, 1931 in London, England to Norman and Florence Hall.  She was predeceased by her younger brother, Roger, who passed away at the age of three. Joan married Brian James Wellesley West in 1954 and raised three daughters.  The family moved to the United States in 1969.  Brian was employed with IBM which gave them many opportunities to travel the world, including assignments...

Thorsten “Corky” T. Solum of Norwalk, CT passed away peacefully September 18, 2020.  He was born February 16, 1943 to the late Thorsten Solum and Margaret Reynolds Solum. Corky graduated from Norwalk High School in 1961 and he married Patricia “Patty” Marion Solum on June 13th, 1969. Corky worked at NRG as an Oil Field Production Foreman. He was a devoted husband, loving uncle, cousin and a true and thoughtful friend to many. He lived a life of adventure whether...

Jane Frances Wylie, most recently of Weston, CT, passed peacefully after a sudden illness on the 16th of September in the arms of her daughters, Sarah and Meaghan, and her husband Robert. Jane was a citizen of the world. Born in Beaconsfield, England on the 8th December 1960 to architect Terence Kelly and his wife Patricia, Jane grew up in Gerrards Cross, England.  Educated at Holy Cross Convent and High Wycombe College of Art, Jane moved to London in her twenties to pursue a career in...

Irene B. Mace, age 86, entered eternal rest on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2020, at home with family by her side. Born in Norwalk, CT the daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (Talpas) Barati, she was also predeceased by her husband Charles P. Mace, three brothers Peter Barate, Andrew Barati, and Stephen Barati, two sisters Mary Panella and Ethel Baskay. Irene had worked in the State’s Attorneys' Office at the Norwalk Superior Court for 26 years until her retirement. Irene...

Richard E. “Dick” Vicenzi, 90, of Norwalk, husband of Angela Richard Vicenzi for 58 years, died on Friday, Sept. 11, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Manhattan, NY and raised in The Bronx, the son of the late Emil R. and Amelia (Pellegrini) Vicenzi, he was also predeceased by his son Stephen.   He graduated from P.S. 90, I.S. 117, All Hallows High School, and Manhattan College. He enlisted and served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War, and...

     Helen L. Anzalone, age 74 of Norwalk, died peacefully at her home on September 3, 2020.  She was the loving wife of John Anzalone.  Helen was born in Summitt, New Jersey on April 14, 1946, the daughter of the late Frederick and Rosetta (DiGiovanni) Leggett and has lived in Norwalk for most of her life.  Helen enjoyed spending time at the beach and cherished every moment she spent with her loving family.      Helen is also survived by...

Frank Anthony Guerrero age 86 of Norwalk died at home in Norwalk surrounded by his loving daughters and devoted friend Moses and Jessie Funes.  Frank was born in Norwalk on Oct 22, 1933 to the late Anthony and Lena (Gemma) Guerrero. Frank was lovingly known as “Frankie”. At Norwalk H.S where he graduated from, he had the reputation for being a “swell guy “.  Where there was a baseball field you would find Frank. He played for Norwalk HS and later in life...