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Helen B. Nabozna - March 31, 1925 - April 25, 2022

Departed: 04/25/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Helen (Borowski) Nabożną 97, of New Fairfield, died peacefully on Monday April 25, 2022. She was the loving wife of the late Edward J. Nabozna.

Helen was born on March 31, 1925, in the Bronx, a daughter of the late Joseph and Stefanie (Cybulski) Borowski. She graduated from Walton High School in the Bronx, New York and worked at the J.H. Monteath Company in New York where she met her husband, Edward.  They were married on April 10, 1948 and lived in the Bronx raising their two children. In 1967 they moved to Candlewood Knolls in New Fairfield where Helen became very involved in the community. She eventually worked at the Danbury Superior Court for several years before retiring.

Helen was an active member of the St. Edward the Confessor Church in New Fairfield and was an original member of the Ladies Guild Sewing Group. Family was the number one priority in her life, she attended all her children and grandchildren’s school and sporting events.

Helen is survived by her daughter Claudia Kozlowski (Robert) and son John Nabozna (Anetra). She is also survived by her 7 grandchildren, Stefanie Ott (Jeremy), Mary Tita (Kevin), Michael Kozlowski (Emma), John Nabozna, Justin Nabozna, James Nabozna and Jeffrey Nabozna; 9 Great Grandchildren, Gavin, Makenna and Cole Ott, Addison, Brady and Jack Tita, Ryan, Reagan and Reese Kozlowski as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by her 3 sisters and their husbands. Eleanor and Sylvester Klejna, Mae and Henry Roginski, Tess and Walter Kawejsza, her Godson Thomas Kawejsza and her In-laws, John and Caroline Nabozny, Mae and William Laman, Mildred Nabozny and Josephine Nabozny.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday April 28, 2022, at 11:00 AM at Saint Edward the Confessor Church - 21 Brush Hill Road, New Fairfield, CT. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery; Hawthorne, NY. Family and Friends will be received on Thursday, April 28, 2022 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home; 9 Granville Avenue, Danbury.

Contributions in Helen’s Memory may be made to The Felician Sisters - 1335 Enfield Street; Enfield, CT 06082.

The Family would like to thank the staff on 9 West and Palliative Care at Danbury Hospital for their care and support.

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Apostolos Baldoumis - December 28, 1928 - April 17, 2022

Departed: 04/17/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Apostolos Baldoumis, 93, of Bloomfield CT, formerly of Danbury, died April 17, 2022.

“Paul” passed away in his home in Bloomfield, CT after a long battle with cancer.

He was predeceased by his parents, Vasilli Baldoumis and Persephone Baldoumis (Barberis), his sisters, Katie, Maria, Mina, and Georgia, and brother John.

He is survived by his son Michael Baldoumis, daughter-in-law Cathy Baldoumis and many nieces and nephews in Greece.

Born in Volos, Greece he joined the Greek Navy after WWII. He immigrated to Canada in 1954 and after taking various jobs across the provinces he worked for 6 years in the Northwest Territories at a uranium mill. He moved to Queens, NY in 1960 where he met his predeceased wife Evelyn and was married in 1963. He worked as a diesel engine mechanic in New York and eventually moved to Danbury, CT in 1978, where he resided for 30 years.

After retiring in 1993, he worked at a grocery store in Brookfield until 2007. After his wife died he moved in with his son and daughter-in-law in Bloomfield CT where he grew as many tomato plants as he could. He loved gardening, cooking (with olive oil and lemon juice), and reminding everyone that Greek is the origin of all languages. He will be greatly missed.

The family will receive friends on Monday, April 25, 2022, from 5-8 PM at Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home 9-11 Granville Avenue, Danbury.

The Rite of Burial will be held on Tuesday, April 26, 2022, at 10 AM at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church 30 Clapboard Ridge Road, Danbury CT.

Interment will follow in St. Peter Cemetery, Danbury.

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Bess Bosin - April 05, 1925 - April 15, 2022

Departed: 04/15/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Bess (nee Dresner) Bosin, 97, of Danbury, formerly of Boca Raton, FL and Teaneck, NJ, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 15, 2022, in Danbury, CT.

Mrs. Bosin was the wife of the late Fred Bosin and the sister of the late Alfred and Sy Dresner. Born in Brooklyn, New York, a daughter of Samuel and Rose (Kaplan) Dresner. Mrs. Bosin attended Brooklyn schools and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from New York University and a Master’s Degree in Education from Columbia University. She was an educator for many years at the Girls’ High School in Brooklyn, NY.

She was an active member of Hadassah and Sisterhood. Mrs. Bosin’s passion was music. She enjoyed performing in a live theatre where she was a showcase singer.

She is survived by two daughters, Helene Feigen and her husband Dr. Mark of Danbury, CT, and Rhoda Zelezny of Fairlawn, NJ, a son Dr. Sanford Bosin and his wife Susan of Boca Raton, FL, eight grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren. Graveside funeral services and burial will take place on Sunday, April 24, 2022, at 1 PM in Riverside Cemetery, Saddle Brook, New Jersey (www.RiversideCemetery.org)

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John Joseph Scozzafava - November 13, 1923 - April 13, 2022

Departed: 04/13/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: John J. Scozzafava, 98, of Danbury, husband of the late Carmella (Germinaro) Scozzafava and the late Paula (Krizan) Scozzafava, died on Wednesday, April 13, 2022.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at 10 AM in St. Joseph R.C. Church, Danbury.  (OBITUARY BELOW)

John Joseph Scozzafava, age 98, of Danbury passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 13, 2022.

He was the husband of the late Paula (Krizan) Scozzafava.

Mr. Scozzafava was born November 13, 1923, in Danbury, a son of the late Joseph and Catherine (Paonessa) Scozzafava.

He attended Danbury schools and retired after working for many years as co-owner, along with his brothers, of Henry Street Market. He attended St. Joseph's Catholic Church and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Danbury.

He was a proud veteran of the United States Army Air Corps as a B-29 radio operator, stationed in Saipan in the Northern Mariana Islands in the western Pacific during WWII.

Mr. Scozzafava was a former member and chairman of the City of Danbury’s Board of Tax Review.

Mr. Scozzafava is survived by his children: Joseph Scozzafava of Danbury and John Scozzafava and his wife Carol of Florida, his stepchildren Michael Lombardi and his fiancé Meg Morrell of East Haddam, Alan Lombardi of Danbury, Gregg Lombardi and his wife Jill of Unionville, Cindy Hawley and her husband Gary of Danbury, Craig Lombardi of Danbury, and Missy Russell and her husband Todd of Danbury. He was very proud of their 29 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.

He is survived by his sister Eleanor Torielli of Danbury, his daughter-in-law Tracy Lombardi of Bethel, brothers-in-law Daniel Krizan of New Milford and Emil Krizan of Stepney, his sister-in-law Marie Krizan of Danbury, as well as many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his wife Carmella (Germinaro) Scozzafava, his brothers Sevario Scozzafava and Joseph Scozzafava, his stepson: A.J. Lombardi, his brother-in-law Walter Torielli, and daughter-in-law Donna Scozzafava.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 386 Main St., Danbury, Connecticut, followed by burial at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Danbury with military honors.

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Alexander Tolor, Ph.D - October 21, 1928 - April 07, 2022

Departed: 04/07/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: It is with great sadness that the family announces the death of Dr. Alexander Tolor of Danbury, CT. Dr. Tolor died on April 7, 2022, at the Regional Hospice Center in Danbury after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Alex Tolor was born in Vienna, Austria on October 21, 1928, to his parents Josephine and Dr. Stanley Tolor. To escape the Nazis, the family moved to the United States in 1939. He received his Bachelor's degree, Masters and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from New York University. Alex served his adopted country in the U.S. Air Force as a psychologist.

Alex’s curiosity about the human condition led to research into a wide variety of studies encompassing areas such as self-image, the rigidity of functioning, insight, the mental hospital environment, body image, autism, organic brain injury, schizophrenic functioning, early memories, death anxiety, attitudes of teachers, parents and mental health professionals, the treatment of children with emotional problems, interpersonal closeness and distance, scholastic achievement, alienation, sensation-seeking, alcoholism, generational issues, altruism, quality of life, sexual issues, boredom, interview techniques, and more. These studies generated publications in various journals, books, and presentations at psychological conventions. Some of this research was accomplished while he served as the Director of the Institute of Human Development at Fairfield University.

Alex indicated that he reasoned one of the key determinants of human behavior was the degree of desired closeness of interpersonal relationships and he attempted to devise appropriate measures to assess this concept. Later in his career, Alex focused on the importance of loss and its variants on the quality of life. This interest was influenced by the traumatic loss of his beloved wife, Belle, in 2018. She was Alex’s life navigator, both literally and metaphorically.

In addition to Alex’s love of human research, he enjoyed interacting with the clinical psychology interns while serving as Director of the Psychology Department at Fairfield Hills Hospital. While there Alex was fortunate to grow a one-person service into a fully developed staff within a brief time period, culminating in a full APA accreditation of the intern training program.

Alex also took great pleasure in his graduate students and assistants at Fairfield University where he directed the School and Applied Psychology Program. Many of his students achieved high distinctions in the field of education and other professions. Moreover, Alex spent many years consulting with area school systems, businesses, and the VA Hospital. Alex also touched numerous people in his private clinical psychology practice.

After retirement from his psychology activities, Alex became an arbitrator for NASDAQ. He was equally as passionate about this new endeavor.

Of most importance to Alex was his beloved family. He was predeceased by his wife and love of his life for 67 years, Belle Tolor. Family members include daughters Karen Stern (Michael); Lori Wilson (Tom) and Diana Guertin, and three grandchildren, Joshua Stern (Julie), Rachel Stern (Chad Aboe), and Jonathan Wilson. He was also blessed with four great-grandchildren; Alex Stern, Andrew Stern, Annabelle Aboe, and Sasha Aboe.

Graveside funeral services and burial will take place on Sunday, April 10, 2022, at 2 PM at the United Jewish Center Cemetery, 124 Gray’s Bridge Rd., Brookfield.

All are requested to wear a mask or facial covering.

Contributions in Dr. Tolor’s memory may be made to the Yiddish Book Center (yiddishbookcenter.org) or to a charity of one’s own choosing.

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Peter J. Hylenski - September 08, 1944 - March 29, 2022

Departed: 03/29/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Peter J. Hylenski, 77, of Danbury, CT passed away of leukemia on Tuesday, March 29, 2022.

He was born in Port Chester, NY to parents Peter P. and Bessie (Kosek) Hylenski, and grew up in Greenwich, CT. He graduated from the J.M. Wright Technical School of Stamford, where he majored in drafting.

He married the love of his life, Angela (Falanka) Hylenski, in 1970.

Peter had a long career as a design engineer for several companies, including Wildey Firearms and Winchester Firearms, and retired from Kimber Manufacturing of Yonkers, NY, where he was a senior design engineer.

As an avid outdoorsman, Peter loved hunting, fishing, and gardening.

He and Angela traveled the world together.

He was a proud veteran, a life member of the NRA, a member of the Fairfield County Fish and Game Protective Association, and he loved attending and serving at the First Assembly of God in Brookfield, CT, where he helped lay the cornerstone.

In addition to Angela, whom he called his “princess,” Peter is survived and dearly loved and missed by his son, Peter A. Hylenski and wife Suzanne (New York, NY), two daughters, Kristen Hylenski (Duluth, MN) and Alison Peppers and her husband Shawn (Atlanta, GA), his sister Linda McGill and her husband Dino (Houston, TX), four grandchildren, Wren, Jovie, Truett, and Marvel, and several nieces and nephews. We remember him in our hearts for his smile, his sense of humor, his patience, and his calm and gentle spirit.

A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, April 9, 2022, at 11 A.M. at Brookfield First, 133 Junction Rd., Brookfield, CT. The family will receive friends from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. and immediately following the service. Contributions in Peter’s memory may be made to Regional Hospice, 30 Milestone Road, Danbury, CT 06810 https://regionalhospicect.org/ or the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516, https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org

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Joel Brett Urice - May 03, 1947 - March 24, 2022

Departed: 03/24/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Joel Brett Urice, 74, a long-time resident of Danbury, CT, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 24th, 2022 after a long illness.

Joel was born on May 3rd, 1947 in Oklahoma City, OK. After he graduated from Del City High School in 1965, Joel went on to study at Oklahoma State University where he graduated with a degree in accounting and finance. He worked at Arthur Young & Company in Tulsa, OK as a certified public accountant, a career that brought him and his family to Danbury after taking a job with PepsiCo.

Joel’s great love was his wife of 56 years Cheryl Urice. Meeting in the 4th grade, their life together spanned 7 decades. They traveled the world together with St. Thomas a favorite destination; however, were just as happy sitting on their back deck enjoying the view and sounds of the surrounding nature.

Joel was an avid learner, continuing his post-grad education at Harvard Business School, and was an inducted member of MENSA. He had a lifelong passion for politics and local government, proudly serving on the Danbury Town Council and as Vice Chairman of the Danbury Planning Commission where he gave back to the community he loved. His interests also included gardening, happily sharing his latest harvests with friends and motorcycle trips with his wife to the Colorado mountains. Joel was predeceased by his son Brett Urice and parents Virgil Urice and Orella (Millner) Hicks

. He is survived by his wife Cheryl (Cole) Urice, his son Chad (Donna) Urice, and grandsons Alec and Cameron Urice. Heis also survived by his beloved brother Ronel (Brenda) Urice, brother-in-law Jerry (Shirley) Cole, and nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home, 9 Granville Ave., Danbury on Sunday, May 1st, 2022, from 2 PM to 4 PM.

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Ross Avery Markey - July 19, 1992 - March 23, 2022

Departed: 03/23/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Ross Avery Markey, a skilled carpenter and lifelong resident of Danbury, CT, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at the age of 29 while in his home.

Ross is survived by his devoted mother, Yvonne (nee Pope), and stepfather of 20 years, Wayne, Locke, of New Milford, CT; his beloved daughter, Rose Marie Markey, and her mother, Siera Bembry (Danbury, CT); sweet sisters Elizabeth Anne Markey (Arcata, CA) and Abigail Anne Markey (Newtown, CT); and grandmothers Leola Ross (Danbury, CT) and Gloria Markey (Sandy Hook, CT); and his father, Peter Markey (Sandy Hook, CT). Ross is also survived by 24 first cousins, a wealth of Locke, Pope, and Markey aunts and uncles as well as many treasured friends.

Born July 19, 1992, Ross is a graduate of New Milford High School and previously had been a member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners Local 326.

He enjoyed annual family vacations in Newport, RI, as well as playing flag football and soccer. Ross will be missed deeply by his huge family and many loyal, lifelong friends for his incredibly sensitive heart, unfailing sense of silliness, and pure love of children, especially for his baby girl, Rose Marie. Rose Marie was the love of his life, and Ross couldn’t have been more proud to be her father.

There will be a public visitation on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, from 4 p.m.to 7 p.m. at Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home, 9 Granville Avenue, Danbury, CT 06810.

The family will observe a private memorial.

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Robert "Rob" O. Fish - March 16, 1965 - March 13, 2022

Departed: 03/13/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Robert Olindo Fish of Bethel passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2022. He was born on March 16, 1965, in Ridgefield to Robert C. Fish and Linda A. Zarczynski.

A student of both Ridgefield and Brookfield schools, he was mostly a self-taught man in areas that he eventually excelled in. He began working on family cars when he was nine and learned many aspects of mechanics “interning” at the neighborhood garage.

Rob was always interested in Firefighting/EMT work, being the son and grandson of men who either volunteered or were paid members of the Ridgefield Fire Department. As a Junior Firefighter in Brookfield, at Candlewood Co., he began his service in 1981. This continued for 41 years as Active Member, which included Lieutenant, Engineer, V.P., and Secretary of the Company. Rob also proudly participated in Sponsored Parades, and our Firetruck/Rescue Truck Design Committee, not to mention being responsible for decorating the Station's Christmas Tree. He accomplished the level of CT Cert. Firefighter II and CT Cert. Medical Response Tech. He trained “newbies” in firefighting and Scuba Diving. The 2003 Roger Potter Engineer of the Year was awarded to him.

His family proudly watched as he received Life Member Status of Candlewood Co. with a plaque in 2018. In his last years he contributed photos he took of fires for several departments, some of which were published in the Danbury News Times.

Most of his adult life after graduating High School, his employment included long term assignments as IT Specialist for Union Carbide, then for Cannondale Bikes. He was a computer whiz. Some of his hobbies included all music, history, photography, Nascar, The Mets and Steelers, NYC, fixing computers, and comedy. He quoted lines from his many favorite movies, was a pizza connoisseur, quick witted and big hearted. Also important to him as a father, was to ensure his sons appreciated all types of music, all of the old comedians, and how to do things yourself.

He is survived by his mother, Linda Zarczynski, his two sons Anthony and Matthew Fish, one brother Michael Fish, two nieces Taylor and Merisa Fish, Aunt Paula, many cousins, many friends and his much-loved cat, Billy. Rob was preceded in death by his father, Robert “Bucko” Fish, his grandparents Ray and Grace Fish, his grandparents Olindo and Josina Franceschini.

Family and friends will be received on Saturday, March 19, 2022, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home; 9 Granville Avenue, Danbury. Interment will take place privately. Contributions in Rob's name may be made to the Brookfield Fire Department Candlewood Company - PO Box 296; Brookfield, CT 06804, https://candlewoodfire.com/ or the Bethel Volunteer Fire Department - 38 South Street; Bethel, CT 06801, https://www.bvfdinc.com/

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Elizabeth Morgan - August 30, 1941 - March 10, 2022

Departed: 03/10/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Elizabeth “Betty” Morgan, 80 of New Fairfield; wife of the late Martin J Morgan Sr.; died on Thursday, March 10, 2022, at her home. Betty was surrounded by her family including her children, grandchildren, brother, and sister. Betty courageously battled cancer with the strength and courage of a Gladiator. Her journey demanded so much physical and emotional stamina. Her faith in the Lord and the support of her family and friends allowed her to carry on. The family would like to thank the nurses, PAs, and doctors of Mount Sinai in NYC, and the entire team at RVNA in CT.

Betty is survived by her children including Elizabeth Gillotti (Michael) of Danbury CT, Kevin Morgan (Kimberly) of New Fairfield CT, Maureen Viola (Bobby) of Tampa FL, and Marty Morgan (Nancy) of New Fairfield CT.  She is predeceased by her parents Edward and Bridget Rice and brothers Michael and Tommy Rice. She is also survived by her brother Edward Rice of Pawleys Island SC, Steve Rice of Yorktown NY, and her sister Mary Creamer of Margate FL, and Somers NY. She is also survived by her 12 grandchildren, Michael, Brendan, Eren, Hannah, Yvonne, Morgan, CJ, Bridget, Johnny, Margaret, Kate, and Brady. She will surely be missed by all of her cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends of New Fairfield and Margate FL, and beyond.

Betty was born in the Bronx NY (South Bronx, USA) and was extremely proud of her roots and her Bronx history. She and Marty moved to New Fairfield full time in the mid-1970s after having spent many summers in Putnam Lake NY. Retired from Diversified Investment Corp/Aegon in Purchase NY, she was active in the Westchester community working with corporations in developing senior programs and helping the underserved. She was the Director of Corporate Community Relations. She also had a long career in Radiation Oncology at Danbury Hospital. In the early 2000’s she and Marty began spending winters in Margate FL with many of their lifelong friends, also known by the family as the ‘Irish Riviera’.

A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at 10:30 am at St. Edward the Confessor Church, New Fairfield. The family will gather with friends and relatives afterward. There will be a celebration of the life of Betty’s honor in late spring at the home of Kevin and Kim in New Fairfield. Interment will be private. There will be no calling hours.

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Richard Murray - August 10, 1941 - March 07, 2022

Departed: 03/07/2022 (Danbury)

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Richard “Dick” Murray, 80, of Bethel, retired coordinator of Parks & Recreation of the City of Danbury, died on Monday, March 7, 2022, at his home.

He was the husband of the late Barbara (Rener) Murray.

Mr. Murray was born in Stamford, CT, on August 10, 1941, the son of the late Leon and Rita (Staley) Murray. He attended Danbury Schools and graduated from Danbury High School in the Class of 1959 and furthered his education at Henry Abbott Technical School.

A draftsman by trade, he was employed for many years with the Capitol Machine Company and later became an operations manager.

An avid sportsman, Dick enjoyed golf and softball. Through the years, he was involved with Babe Ruth Little League, the Industrial Softball League, and a member of the Over 40 League.

He was a member of the Danbury War Memorial Association, Danbury Westerners, the Danbury Democratic Party and Town Committee, and the Exchange Club of Danbury.

Mr. Murray is survived by a son, Johnathan E. Murray of Bethel, a daughter Kristina Murray and her partner Jeremy Medeiros of Inverness, FL, and by a grandson Jackson.

The family will receive friends in the Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home, 9 Granville Ave., Danbury on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, from 4 PM to 6 PM.

Interment with military honors will take place on Thursday, March 17, 2022, at 11:30 AM in St. Peter Cemetery, Danbury. Contributions in Mr. Murray’s memory may be made to the Exchange Club of Danbury Foundation, for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Give a Kid a Flag, P.O. Box 763, Danbury, CT  06813-0763

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Penny Johnston - March 31, 1965 - March 03, 2022

Departed: 03/03/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Penny Post Johnston, 56, of New Fairfield, wife of Steven C. Johnston, died on Thursday, March 3, 2022, at Danbury Hospital.

Penny was born in Danbury on March 31, 1965, a daughter of Eileen (Galligan) and Kenneth E. Post Jr.

She attended Danbury schools and graduated from Danbury High School in the Class of 1983.

A lifelong area resident, she enjoyed boating and jet skiing on Lake Candlewood and was an advocate for the protection of the lake. An avid snow skier, she served as a member of the Ski Patrol. She was also an advocate of the protection of wildlife and most especially animal welfare.

She was an independent bookkeeper by profession.

Penny served as a secretary of the Knollcrest Lake Community Board of Directors and assisted her father in the preparation of the local Korean War Veterans’ newsletter.

She was a member of St. Edward the Confessor Church of New Fairfield.

In addition to her husband and parents, Penny is survived by a son, Steven Johnston, a daughter, Mia Johnston, a sister Lauren Seidl and her husband John, brother in law Robert Johnston and his wife Judelka, a nephew James Seidl and two nieces, AnaBelkis and Alana Seidl.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, March 12, 2022, at 11 am in St. Edward the Confessor Church, 22 Brush Hill Rd., New Fairfield, CT.

Interment will be private and at the direction of the family.

There will be no calling hours. Contributions in Penny’s memory may be made to the North Shore Animal League of America, Pet Adoption Services, 25 Davis Ave., Port Washington, NY 11050, New Fairfield Animal Shelter, 223 Rt. 37, New Fairfield, CT 06812 or to the Candlewood Lake Authority, 20 Saw Mill Rd., Sherman, CT 06784

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Brenda Wilkes - March 22, 1947 - March 01, 2022

Departed: 03/01/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Brenda (Rangoni) Wilkes, 74, of Newtown, wife of the late Peter Wilkes, died on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, at Regional Hospice of Western CT, Danbury.

Mrs. Wilkes was born in New Milford, March 22, 1947, the daughter of Frederick and Marian (Ohmen) Rangoni and resided in Warren, CT where she in early years attended Warren schools.

In later years, she attended Danbury High School, graduated from Danbury High School with the Class of 1965, and graduated from Western CT State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology.

Mrs. Wilkes was employed with Grolier, Inc. and in more recent years, Pitney Bowes where she was an administrative assistant in their logistic division.

She was an avid golfer, enjoyed gardening, and was a volunteer at the Festival of Trees sponsored by Ann’s Place.

Surviving Mrs. Wilkes is her niece Andrea Rangoni and a nephew Thomas Rangoni both of Newtown.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her brother Thomas Rangoni.

Funeral services will take place on Saturday morning, March 12, 2022, at 11:30 am in the Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home, 9 Granville Ave., Danbury.

Interment will take place in Wooster Cemetery.

The family will receive friends in the Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home on Saturday morning after 10:30 am.

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Ichiro Ito - March 20, 1938 - February 28, 2022

Departed: 02/28/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Thomas “Tom” Ichiro Ito, longtime Norwalk, Wilton, and Ridgefield resident, died peacefully on Monday, February 28th, 2022 at the age of 83.

Born in New York City, Tom grew up in Astoria, Queens, and later lived in Levittown, Long Island. Performing in the boys‘ choir of St. Thomas Episcopal Church and summers lifeguarding at Jones Beach were fond childhood memories.

Tom is an alumnus of Hofstra University, Columbia University, and the University of Connecticut (MBA). A chemist by training, he went on corporate research and development positions and held executive roles at American Machine and Foundry and UST, Inc. In semi-retirement, he enjoyed working as a realtor in Wilton with William Pitt Sotheby’s and serving as a member and Secretary of the Wilton Rotary Club. A 35-year member of Norwalk’s Shore & Country Club, Tom was an avid tennis player, skier, artist, and traveler. When not cruising around town in his convertible or at work, Tom could most often be found at one of his favorite beaches in Norwalk, Westport, Florida, or Block Island.

Tom is survived by his wife of 53 years Betty, his sister Carol Ann, his children Kristin and Tom, and four grandchildren.

A memorial will be scheduled at a later date with a private burial.

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Patricia Hadad - October 14, 1941 - February 27, 2022

Departed: 02/27/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Patricia A. Hadad, 80, of Newtown, wife of the late George M. Hadad, died on Sunday, February 27, 2022, at her home.

Mrs. Hadad was born in Danbury, on October 14, 1941, the daughter of the late Eric and Josephine (Morrissey) Ekelund.

The Ekelund family resided in Wilton where Mrs. Hadad attend Wilton schools.

A lifelong area resident, Mrs. Hadad was a retired bookkeeper with the Newtown Bee and was a member of the Faith at Newtown Church.

Mrs. Hadad enjoyed the time she shared with her family and church family.

She is survived by a son, David Hadad and his fiancée Donna Bowden of Southbury, a daughter, Michele Hadad of Glen Cove, NY a brother David Ekelund of Cape Elizabeth, Maine, and four grandchildren, Erica Hadad, David Hadad Jr., Matthew Hadad and Michael Hadad and two great-grandchildren also survive.

In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Hadad was predeceased by granddaughter Kristi Hadad and a brother Eric Ekelund.

Funeral services will take place on Sunday, March 6, 2022, at 1:30 PM in the Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home, 9 Granville Ave., Danbury with Pastor Tim Kuhn officiating.

Interment will take place in Newtown Village Cemetery, Newtown, CT in the spring.

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Philip A. Smith - July 28, 1934 - February 26, 2022

Departed: 02/26/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Philip A. Smith, 87, of Danbury, husband of Joyce (Jaquith) Smith, died surrounded by his loving family at his home on Saturday, February 26, 2022.

Mr. Smith was born in Danbury the son of the late Lawrence and Doris (Durant) Smith. He attended Danbury schools and graduated from Danbury High School with the Class of 1952. He was a U.S. Army veteran having served in the Army motor pool.

A retired service station proprietor, Mr. Smith owned and operated Smith’s Garage on Route 37 N, Pembroke Road, Danbury which was established first on Ives St., Danbury, and later Pembroke Road. A member of the Southern New York Racing Association, Mr. Smith raced stock cars at the former Danbury Fair Race Arena driving cars #9 & #98.

In addition to his wife Joyce of forty-two years, Mr. Smith is survived by two daughters, Kimberly McGrath and her husband Brian of Danbury and Cynthia Trachten and her husband Matthew of New Fairfield, four grandchildren Riley, Braeden, Sophia, and Grayson.

Funeral services will take place on Saturday, March 5, 2022, at 10 AM in the Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home, Danbury. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery, New Fairfield. Friends will be received in the Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home on Saturday after 9 AM.

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Noreen Vondle - December 16, 1952 - February 25, 2022

Departed: 02/25/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Noreen (D’Aiuto) Vondle, 69, of Danbury, wife of the late Dallas A. Vondle, died on Friday, February 25, 2022, at her home.

Mrs. Vondle was in Queens, NY, on December 16, 1952, the daughter of the late Sarah (Tagliarini) and George J. D’Aiuto Sr. She attended schools in New York and Danbury when the family moved from New York to Danbury in 1965. She was a graduate of Danbury High School-Class of 1969

A resident of Danbury for the past fifty-seven years, she was a retired customer service representative first with the Union Savings Bank and later Sikorsky Credit Union.

She was a fan of the Beatles and collected everything Beatles. She also enjoyed the programs of the Hallmark Channel.

Mrs. Vondle is survived by two sons, David Vondle and his wife Tricia of Alexandria, VA, and Morgan Vondle of Danbury, a brother George D’Aiuto and his wife Janice of Sandy Hook, CT, and four grandchildren Ava, Laila, Sarah, and Caroline.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, March 4, 2022, at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, 372 Main St. Danbury.

Burial will follow in St. Peter Cemetery, Danbury.

There will be no calling hours. Contributions in Mrs. Vondle’s memory may be made to the Danbury Police Athletic League, 35 Hayestown Rd., Danbury, CT 06811

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Lewis F. Zurlo - June 03, 1935 - February 25, 2022

Departed: 02/25/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Lewis F. Zurlo was born in Waterbury, CT on June 3, 1935, the son of Vera & Frank Zurlo. Frank Zurlo was transferred to New Milford, CT when Lewis was 7 years old and subsequently, he went to grammar and high school in New Milford. Upon graduation from New Milford High School in 1953, Lewis received three scholarships to attend Pratt Institute School of Architecture in Brooklyn, NY. At Pratt Institute he won Second Prize in a Low-cost housing competition; the first prize was for a team Thesis to Design a City for the Jersey Meadows. This project appeared on the TV show “Eye on New York” and even went to the United States Congress for consideration.

After receiving a degree in Architecture from Pratt in 1958 he was fortunate to be able to travel through Europe for three months viewing the architecture he had studied and tasted the fruits of European culture which was so new to him. He had to cut his trip short to return to the US Army Reserve to serve in Fort Dix, NJ. Soon after his return from the service in 1959 he was invited to work for the world-renowned Architect Eero Saarinen as a junior designer. The invitation was a result of being recommended at Pratt by the dean of the Architectural School. During his first year outside the Saarinen office, he was part of a three-man team who won the Third Prize in an International Competition to Design a Library Addition for Dublin, Ireland University. Also, while at the Saarinen office he was credited with inventing a system using an elevator and a turntable to change the stage for The Vivian Beaumont Theater's new design in Lincoln Center NY, from a proscenium stage to a stage in the round and back again quickly.

Soon after Saarinen’s death in 1963, Mr. Zurlo returned to CT with the Saarinen Office moved to Hamden, CT. Subsequently, after working in NY as the Assistant Chief Designer for John Graham Associates, he met his first wife Rosalie Morrone, and obtained an architectural license to practice architecture in CT. The family moved to Danbury, CT. While living in Danbury Mr. Zurlo became an Associate of Eliot Noyes Associates, New Canaan, CT, and was project manager of most of the outstanding houses the Eliot Noyes was famous for. Two of those houses received were cited as “Record Houses of the Year” in 1971 and 1974. Also “The Meadow Street Fire House” received the Best Building of the Year, 1971 in Norwalk, CT with Mr. Zurlo as the Project Architect. While in the Noyes office, Mr. Zurlo built his own noted house/office on a cliff of Lake Candlewood in 1969.

Mr. Zurlo opened his own office in 1973 and in 1980 had partnered with Dan Kistler and the office became ZURLO+KISTLER, Architects. Mr. Kistler had had ongoing work for IBM and soon the office was an on-call for IBM interiors projects around the greater Metropolitan area. At that time Mr. Zurlo became registered in Massachusetts and New York to help with the IBM projects. Primarily, however, he was involved with the local work in Danbury, CT, especially on Main Street. So much so that upon his retirement in 2003 the Western Connecticut University requested all his work be archived in the University Library as a historical record of Main Street for the previous 30 years.

While in Danbury Mr. Zurlo received several awards including the 1990 Sunderland Award for distinguished service to Historic Preservation. The State of CT also awarded Mr. Zurlo for outstanding work in the area of Historic Preservation that same year. In 1994 Mr. Zurlo was given three awards by the City of Danbury including for The Union Savings Bank Galleria which has subsequently become a landmark building in Danbury; also, that year he received an award for the Liberty Terrace Project and 258-268 Main Street Renovations. Mr. Zurlo served on the Danbury Zoning Board Alternate from 1991-to 1993.

For twenty years until the year 2000, Mr. Zurlo was an influencing member of the Danbury Preservation Trust. Dan Kistler retired, and the office became Lewis Zurlo Associates in 1990. In that same year, Mr. Zurlo married Heather Lynn Fortbrook. Ms. Fortbrook had extensive art and architecture training and for a few years working in the office primarily doing and coordinating the interior work of the office as well as running her own Exhibit Design business for museums and corporate trade shows.

While married to Heather they traveled extensively including Brazil, France, England, and Italy where he was able to visit with family relatives. Previously he had traveled to North Africa, Canada, and Mexico. His wife, Heather, and daughters Elise and Laura survive him.

After retiring in 2005 the family spent winters in Naples, FL, and summers in Heritage Village, Southbury, CT. where Mr. Zurlo was able to enjoy his hobbies of golf and tennis. He also took up the piano again and took lessons in the Italian language. Mrs. Zurlo became a Top Producing Real Estate Professional in Naples with John R. Wood Properties and remained with them for over 17 years. Mr. Zurlo subsequently did most of the cooking and grocery shipping which he also enjoyed. He then retired full-time to Naples.

Memberships included: The American Institute of Architects, The National Council of Architects, Connecticut Society of Architects, The National Trust of for Historic Preservation, The Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation, The Danbury Preservation Association, American Arbitration Association, The Danbury Downtown Council Board, The Danbury Chamber of Commerce, Richter Association for the Arts, Danbury Music Association, Kiwanis Club of Danbury, Who’s Who in the East 1981-82, Directory of Distinguished Americans, 1983.

Memorial contributions to Kiwanis Club Foundation, PO Box 372, Danbury CT 06813 would be greatly appreciated.

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John L Carpenter - June 11, 1940 - February 23, 2022

Departed: 02/23/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: John L. Carpenter, 81, of Brookfield, husband of Jean (Thorne) Carpenter, died on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at Bethel Health Care Center, Bethel, CT.

Mr. Carpenter was born in Stamford, CT, June 11, 1940, a son of the late Harold and Dorothy (Wilson) Carpenter. He attended Stamford schools and graduated from Stamford High School.

A U.S. Vietnam-era veteran, Mr. Carpenter served with the U.S. Marine Corps. from 1958-to 1962.

A resident of Brookfield since 1966, Mr. Carpenter was a retired set-up man with Amphenol of Danbury.

Mr. Carpenter liked to work around the house and fix cars. He liked classic cars and attended Cruise Nights at the Sycamore Restaurant in Bethel. John and Jean were married for the past fifty- seven years and would still look forward to going out for ice cream together.

He was a member of the Brookfield Senior Center, attended Walnut Hill Church, and participated in their Bible Study every Wednesday.

In addition to his wife, Mr. Carpenter is survived by a son, John S. Carpenter, a daughter Carol Perot, a sister Grace Walter, three grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents, Mr. Carpenter was predeceased by two sons, Gary and David Carpenter.

Graveside funeral services and burial will take place on Monday, February 28, 2022, in Section 14 of Wooster Cemetery, Danbury.

There will be no calling hours.

Kindly omit flowers.

The family would like to extend their sincerest thanks to the staff at Bethel Health Care, who cared for Mr. Carpenter in the last few years.

A Celebration of Life will take place later in the year.

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Daniel Edward Skiba - January 16, 1987 - February 23, 2022

Departed: 02/23/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Daniel Edward Skiba, 35, of Newtown, CT, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Wednesday, February 23, 2022.

Born in Danbury, CT, January 16, 1987, a son of Gary Skiba of Austin, TX and Karen (Kuczko) Skiba of Newtown, CT, he attended Danbury schools, graduated from Newtown High School, Naugatuck Valley Community College, and Western CT State University with a B.S. in Chemistry.

Dan was extremely intelligent and witty. He was incessantly curious, which is one of the many reasons he was wise beyond his years. He had a supreme knowledge of chess and won the CT State Chess Championship title in middle school. He had a natural talent for playing the guitar. He enjoyed cooking, loved nature and the outdoors, and especially loved spending time with his nieces. He will be greatly missed.

In addition to his father, Gary, and mother, Karen, and her partner, Tony Don, Dan is survived by his brother, Michael Skiba, and his wife, Kristen, and their daughters, Sydney and Sophie; paternal grandfather, Don Skiba, and his wife Beverly; maternal grandmother Margaret Skiba; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Dan was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Dr. Edward and Mary Anne Kuczko.

The family will receive friends in the Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home, 9 Granville Ave., Danbury on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, from 5 PM to 8 PM.

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James Charles Jordan - September 12, 1950 - February 22, 2022

Departed: 02/22/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: James Jordan, 71, passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, in his Waterbury, CT home.

James was born in Conway, South Carolina on September 12, 1950. His parents are Cassie Mae (Harps) Jordan and the late Fred Jordan. At the age of 18, he moved to Danbury, CT, and started what became a wonderful life. One of the things he loved to do was gardening and playing a few instruments. He was in a small Jazz band in his younger years where he played bass guitar and the flute. James did many things when it came to working but his career was being a machinist at Barden’s Corporation for over 20 years. In his downtime, he was a diehard athlete, especially softball. He started off playing for many leagues along with his younger brother LJ. He then went on to coach for all ages. He absolutely loved the game and thoroughly enjoyed teaching the sport and just having fun as well. Eventually, he settled into umpiring and running tournaments for many years. Outside of all of this, James was a big family man. He leaves behind his wife Nadia of Bodmin, England, and her family. Brother, Francis, and wife Terry (Tucson, Arizona). Brother, Eldwin “LJ” and wife Julia (New Fairfield, CT). His Aunt: Savannah Smith (Conway, SC). His daughter Tabitha and husband Rodney (Charleston, SC). His daughter: Jesslyn Monique Jordan (Portland, CT). His two sons’: James Michael Jordan (West Des Moines, IA) and Jeffrey Matthew Jordan (Waterbury, CT). His 7 grandchildren: William and Lindsey Thomason, James and Kinley Jordan, Travis and Savannah LaFountain, and Jamie Jordan. He also leaves behind to hold his memories in their hearts, his cousins, nieces and nephews, and plenty of friends!

Mr. James Jordan touched the lives of many throughout his life. If you ever wondered where he was on the weekend, you would almost always find him down at Rogers Park Softball Fields. He had a very kind heart, a smile that made you feel at home, and always seemed to have the right thing to say. He was a great educator, father, brother, and son. Words can’t describe how truly missed he will be.

We love you James.

If you would like to pay your respects and say one final goodbye to the incredible James Charles Jordan, a viewing will be held at the Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home, 9 Granville Ave., Danbury on Saturday March 5, 2022, from 12 noon to 2 pm.

If you would like to send flowers, please contact the funeral home.

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Charles W. Marrow Sr. - October 13, 1934 - February 19, 2022

Departed: 02/19/2022 (Danbury)

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Charles W. Marrow, Sr., 87, of Danbury, CT passed away at home on February 19, 2022.

Born in Stamford, Connecticut on October 13, 1934, he was the son of Ira C. Marrow, Jr. and Ellen Shelgren Marrow. Charlie attended the Stamford Public Schools, graduating from Stamford High School in 1952. He enlisted in the Navy at the age of 18 and traveled the world, working on reconnaissance flight missions during the Cold War. After his service, he returned to Stamford and apprenticed as an electrician for Rice Electric while attending night school. Later he worked as an electrician for Santella Electric and other local companies, retiring in the early 2000s.

He married Alva A. Nilsson in 1959, and together they had three children who survive him: Charles, Jr. (Terry) of Macungie, PA; Wayne, of Danbury; and Amy Lee of Phillipsburg, New Jersey. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews, and his life-long friend, Jack Dibble of Barnard, Vermont.

He was predeceased by his wife, his parents, his brother, Ira, Jr., and his sisters, June, Muriel, and Claire.

Charlie was above all, an honest and fair man, proud of his service, and he will be remembered for his love of family and country. He will be greatly missed by his children, and his entire family, all of whom treasured his stories and recollections. No family gathering was complete without the patriarch, who loved to laugh and reminisce about the old days. Charlie loved a good practical joke, a neat Gibson with a cocktail onion, Aruba, fine dining, and a good cigar. He had a trove of great stories and enjoyed telling them. He was a frequent and enthusiastic visitor to Las Vegas and was good friends with a certain Majestic Lion machine at the MGM Grand. As the last of his treasured generation in our family, he will be missed beyond measure.

Graveside funeral services and burial will take place on Thursday, March 3, 2022, at 1 PM in the Long Ridge Union Cemetery, Stamford, CT.

There will be no calling hours.

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John V. Braley - May 24, 1936 - February 18, 2022

Departed: 02/18/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: John V. Braley, 85, of New Fairfield, husband of the late Dorothy (Wallach) Braley, died on Friday, February 18, 2022, at Danbury Hospital.

Mr. Braley was born in Bangor, Maine on May 24, 1936.  He attended schools in Maine, was a U.S. Army veteran and a retiree of the Perkin Elmer Corporation.

A New Fairfield resident for the past fifty-two years, he was a congregant of the United Jewish Center of Danbury.

He enjoyed woodworking and metal crafts as well as nature.

Surviving is his daughter, Jennifer Braley (Ron Swift), a son Waid Braley and his wife Kimberly, four grandchildren, Tammy, Tiffany, Justin and Aaron.  Great grandchildren also survive.

He was predeceased by two grandchildren, Robert and Jessica.

Funeral services will be private.

Contributions may be made to SAVE (Suicide Awareness Voices of Education) In crisis call 1 800 273 8255 or text 741741  in memory of his grandson, Robert Braley who died on February 8, 2022.

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Robert N. Talarico, Esq. - March 14, 1942 - February 14, 2022

Departed: 02/14/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Robert N. Talarico, Esq., 79, of Danbury, husband of Barbara (Gillotti) Talarico, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Monday, February 14, 2022, at his home.

Affectionately known as Bob, Mr. Talarico was born in Danbury on March 14, 1942, son of Nathaniel and Ella (Canale) Talarico. He was a lifelong resident of Danbury, attended St. Peter School and Danbury High School. Bob completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Connecticut and graduated first in his class from the University of Connecticut Law School in 1965. He went on to earn his law degree and practiced law from 1965 to 2020.

He married the love of his life, Barbara Gillotti in 1968. Together, they were blessed with wonderful sons Edward and John.

Bob was a partner in the law firm of Talarico, Frizzell, and Olivo. He was a member of the Danbury and Connecticut Bar Associations. He also served as Assistant Corporation Counsel for the City of Danbury as well as Judge of Probate. He was the founding director of the Pope John Paul II Center for Healthcare. He also served on the Board of Directors of Ability Beyond. He was a member and former Director of the Regional YMCA, a member of the Exchange Club of Danbury and of the Amerigo Vespucci Lodge S.O.I.A.

Active in the life of his parish, St. Peter Church of Danbury, he served as a lector and as a trustee. Bob was bestowed the Order of Knight of St. Gregory of the Roman Catholic Church. He also was bestowed The Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem.

Bob loved going to his home on Cape Cod and sharing it with his family and friends. He was an avid bike rider and book reader. His laugh was contagious and could bring joy to any room he entered.

Mr. Talarico is survived by his beloved wife Barbara, two sons Edward (wife Marci), and John (wife Jennifer) as well as his sister Annette Adams (husband Ken), and his five grandchildren who were the light of his life Ross, Paige, Drew, Jamie and Justin as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins who he loved dearly. Bob is preceded in death by his sister Susette Carroll as well as his parents Ella and Nathaniel Talarico. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, February 17, 2022, at 6:00 PM in St. Peter Church, 121 Main St., Danbury with the Rev. Gregg D. Mecca officiating. The funeral mass will also be available by live stream: https://stpeterdanb.org/watch-mass-online

Interment will be private.

The family will receive friends at St. Peter Church on Thursday, February 17, 2022, from 3:00 PM to 5:45 PM.

All attendees are requested to wear a mask and or facial covering.

The family extends an invitation to join them for a light meal following the mass in St. Peter Church Hall. Contributions in Bob’s memory may be made to St. Peter Church, 104 Main St., Danbury http://www.stpeterdanb.org or to Ann’s Place, 80 Saw Mill Rd., Danbury, CT 06810 http://www.annsplace.org

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Helen Moses - July 28, 1921 - February 11, 2022

Departed: 02/11/2022 (Danbury)

Obituary Preview: Helen (Ellis) Moses, 100, of Danbury, wife of the late Michael J. Moses, died on Friday evening, February 11, 2022.

Helen was born in Danbury in 1921, a daughter of the late Miled and Labeeby (Michael) Ellis. She attended St. Peter’s school and graduated from Danbury High School with the Class of 1938.

Helen was a working mother long before it became the norm, retiring as bookkeeper and corporate secretary for the Laser Optics Corporation of Danbury in 1991.

For many years, prior to being employed with Laser Optics, she was the bookkeeper and administrative assistant at St. Anthony Maronite Catholic Church of Danbury from 1955 to 1985.

Active in St. Anthony Parish, she was a member of the Ladies Guild, parish council, finance committee, was a host committee member of Team Lebanon of the Special Olympics, the local National Apostolate of Maronites, was a member of its national convention committee, and a founding member of the Mahrajan committee.

In 1980, Helen was presented the Maasabki Medal from the National Apostolate of Maronites national organization.

While her children attended Sacred Heart School, Helen was an active member of the Sacred Heart Ladies Guild.

In later years, she was treasurer of a local AARP chapter, volunteered with many local charities, and enjoyed travelling and learning with Road Scholar.

Helen loved being with her friends and family. She found the humorous side of aging, and enjoyed her last years keeping active reading novels, playing cards, and listening to the big bands and crooners of 1940s – recalling the many live concert performances she experienced as a young woman. She always had a smile and kind word for everyone, loved being in the warmth of the sun, and lit up every room with her laughter.

She is survived by her children, Michelle Moses Ramey and her spouse Dennis, Evelyn Moses Owen, James A. Moses and his spouse, Philip Lovejoy; two grandsons, Michael Ramey and Stephen Ramey; three great grandchildren, Alexandria, Dominic and Nikolas; a grandson by heart, Brian Moses; and her beloved nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Moses was predeceased by three sisters, Mayme Lataif, Lorraine Jowdy and Evelyn George; three brothers, Edward Ellis, Joseph Ellis and Louis Ellis; and her son-in-law, Louis S. Owen.

Graveside funeral services and burial will take place on Friday, February 18, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. in Section 20 of St. Peter Cemetery, Danbury.

There will be no calling hours.

Contributions in Mrs. Moses’ memory may be made to Ridgefield Visiting Nurses Association at RVNAHealth.org, or to a deserving charity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their family, accomplishments, and any notable achievements.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a sense of closure and help to celebrate the life of the deceased.

Who typically writes an obituary?

In most cases, the obituary is written by the family of the deceased, often with the assistance of a funeral home or mortuary. In some cases, a close friend or colleague may also write an obituary.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, and names of surviving family members. It may also include information about their hobbies, interests, achievements, and any notable accomplishments.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication and the family's wishes. Typically, it ranges from a few sentences to several paragraphs.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a nice way to personalize the notice and provide a visual memory of the deceased.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online publication?

You can usually submit an obituary through the publication's website or by contacting their obituary department directly. Be sure to follow their specific guidelines and deadlines for submission.

Is there a cost associated with publishing an obituary?

Yes, there is often a fee associated with publishing an obituary in a newspaper or online publication. The cost varies depending on the publication and the length of the obituary.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, it is becoming increasingly common for people to write their own obituaries before they pass away. This can be a therapeutic exercise and allows you to have control over how you are remembered.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, typically including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary provides more detailed information about the person's life and accomplishments.

Can I include humor or personal anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! An obituary is a celebration of the person's life, so feel free to include humorous stories or personal anecdotes that capture their personality and spirit.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The timeframe for publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication's schedule and deadlines. Typically, it takes anywhere from a few hours to several days for an obituary to appear in print or online.

Can I make changes to an obituary after it has been published?

In most cases, changes cannot be made to an obituary once it has been published. It's essential to review the text carefully before submitting it to ensure accuracy and completeness.

What if I need to correct an error in an already-published obituary?

If you need to correct an error in an already-published obituary, contact the publication's obituary department immediately. They will work with you to correct the mistake and publish a revised version.

Can I include charitable donations or memorial information in an obituary?

Yes, many families choose to include information about charitable donations or memorial services in the obituary. This can be a meaningful way to honor the deceased and support a worthy cause.

How do I handle sensitive or private information in an obituary?

If there is sensitive or private information that you prefer not to share publicly, it's best to omit it from the obituary or discuss it with a trusted funeral home or mortuary professional for guidance.

Can I include quotes or poems in an obituary?

Absolutely! Quotes or poems can add a personal touch to an obituary and provide comfort to those who are grieving.

What if I'm unsure about what to write in an obituary?

If you're struggling to write an obituary, consider seeking guidance from a funeral home or mortuary professional. They can provide templates and suggestions to help you get started.

Can I republish an obituary at a later date?

In some cases, yes. If you want to republish an obituary on a anniversary of the person's passing or another significant date, contact the original publication for guidance on their reprint policies.

Are there any specific rules or regulations around writing an obituary?

While there are no hard-and-fast rules, it's essential to be respectful and truthful when writing an obituary. Avoid including inflammatory language or controversial topics that may offend others.

How do I ensure that my loved one's legacy lives on through their obituary?

An obituary is just one way to celebrate your loved one's life. Consider creating a memorial fund, planting a tree in their honor, or establishing a scholarship in their name to keep their memory alive.

What if I'm dealing with complex family dynamics when writing an obituary?

If you're facing challenging family dynamics when writing an obituary, consider seeking guidance from a neutral third party such as a funeral home or mortuary professional. They can help facilitate communication and ensure that all parties are respected.

Can I write an obituary for someone who has passed away suddenly or unexpectedly?

Yes. Even in cases where death was sudden or unexpected, an obituary can still be written as a way to process grief and celebrate the person's life.

How do I balance honesty with tact when writing an obituary?

When writing an obituary, strive for honesty while still being respectful of the deceased and their loved ones. Avoid sharing sensitive or potentially hurtful information that could cause distress.

What if I'm overwhelmed by grief when trying to write an obitary?

If you're feeling overwhelmed by grief when trying to write an obitary, consider seeking support from friends, family members, or a professional counselor. They can provide emotional support and help you navigate this difficult task.