All Obituaries

Raymond “Ray” Vento, of Norwalk, Connecticut, was called home on January 23 at the age of 60. Raymond was born on January 15, 1963 in Norwalk, Connecticut to Pasquale “Patsy” Vento and Elvera Vento. A former resident of Stamford, Ray spent the earlier part of his career at Coca-Cola. Ray was passionate about cars, collecting a number of trophies for his toys at local shows that were proudly displayed. He will also be remembered for his ability to make people laugh....

On Wednesday, January 19, 2023, Adam Vincent Doskocs, loving brother, son, husband and father, passed away at age 45 in the arms of his beloved wife, Melissa. Born in Silver Spring, MD on June 22, 1977. Adam grew up the youngest of 3 older brothers and attended school in Montgomery County, Maryland and at Walnut Hill School for the Arts in Natick, Massachusetts. Deeply visionary and creative, Adam was passionate about music, the arts, travel, cooking, gardening, building, and caring for...

Idalia Nunez, 87, of Norwalk, entered eternal life on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at Norwalk Hospital.  Born December 14th 1935 in Nicaragua, the daughter of Miguel and Maria Almanza Nunez, she emigrated to the U.S. and became a citizen in 1960 and enjoyed a challenging and successful career in nursing, as a critical care supervisor at Norwalk Hospital.  A woman of strong faith, she was a Pastor, devoted to Jesus and active with her church.  She...

James J. Dipisa, lifelong Norwalk resident, passed away peacefully at Norwalk Hospital on January 7, 2023. He was born on January 9, 1931 to the late Rosario and Caroline (Scorsone) Dipisa. After high school James went on to serve his country in the U.S. Army in Korea. He became a letter carrier for the postal service. He loved opera music and his family. James is survived by his three brothers; Salvatore, Joseph and John Dipisa. Nieces and Nephews Scott(Arlene)McCoy, Don(Amy)McCoy, John...

Grace Theresa Calzone Smith, beloved mother and “Gigi”, died peacefully on January 17, 2023. She is survived by her husband and the love of her life, Richard (Dick) Smith. Lifelong residents of Norwalk, Grace and Dick moved to Brightview Senior Living in Shelton in 2020. Grace was born July 2, 1932, to the late Frank and Rose Calzone. She is predeceased by eight siblings whom she considered her closest friends. She attended Norwalk High School and retired from the former Empire...

Frederick H. Fachner, 73, of Norwalk, died on December 7, 2022 at Yale-New Haven. Born in Norwalk, the son John W. Sr and Florence (Huth) Fachner, he was the loving husband of the late Jeanne (Murphy) Fachner. A lifelong resident of Norwalk, he graduated from Norwalk High School, Wagner College, and earned his master’s degree from the University of Bridgeport. He retired as a Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor at the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services after 20 years of dedicated...

Louis V. Toth, beloved husband of the late Donna (Vella) Toth, passed away at St. Vincent’s Medical Center on January 5, 2023, he was 73. He was born on June 3, 1949 to Ellen (Broadhurst) Toth and the late Louis J. Toth.  Lou was a native Norwalker and graduated from Brien McMahon High School class of 1967. Lou was founder and co-owner of New England Overhead Door Service beginning in the late eighties until his retirement. While in high school, one of his proudest...

Elizabeth "Betsy" Stevenson English, 81 of Norwalk, died on December 29, 2022 at Norwalk Hospital. Betsy was unforgettable and full of joie de vivre. She was curious and thoughtful and anyone who ever met her knew of her kindness, caring and unrelenting compassion.  She had a delightful sense of humor which she liberally applied to everything and everyone including herself.  While Betsy enjoyed reading the New York Times daily and was an avid follower of local, state...

Michael J. Panella, 81 of Norwalk, died on January 1, 2023 at Waveny Care Center in New Canaan.  Born in Norwalk, the son of James and Mary (Barati) Panella, he had worked for Stop & Shop. Michael was an accomplished trumpet player, and had played in the New Canaan Town Band since 1960. He is survived by his daughter Jamie Mollo and her husband Kevin, two  grandsons, Kane and Syrus, and Diana Serrano whom he loved like a second daughter, his sister Mary Jane Ungvary and her...

Albert Paul Gilbertie, 93, lifelong Norwalk resident and beloved husband of Elvira (Maratta) Gilbertie, died on December 28, 2022 at Norwalk Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born in Norwalk, he was the son of Antonio and Filomena (Vento) Gilbertie, and was also predeceased by his beloved daughter Denise Gilbertie, as well as his brother Anthony, sister Celeste and his twin brother Joseph. Albert attended Norwalk schools, and worked for the family florist business from a young age....