Marie J. Flynn, 90, formerly of Brookfield, wife of the late William Flynn, passed away on Wednesday March 13, 2013 at Pope John Paul II Center in Danbury. She was born on April 1, 1922 in Malden, MA, daughter of the late John and Jospehine (Mandile) Feneck. She is survived by her three sons; William of New Rochelle, NY, Mark and his wife Anne of Old Saybrook, Gregory Flynn and his wife Madelyn of Scarsdale, NY, five grandchildren and two great grandchild and several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her siblings; Catherine, Carol, Marguerite and Joseph.

View Full Notice → Marie J. Flynn – April 01, 1922 – March 13, 2013

Mary (Marie) Manning, 89, of Danbury, died at home on Sunday March 17, 2013. She was born in Newburgh, NY on October 24, 1923., Daughter of the late James and Eva (McCloskey) Manning. She attended Danbury Schools and worked for many years at First National Stores in Danbury. She loved to crotchet and made many beautiful afgans for relatives and friends. She also enjoyed doing word puzzles. Marie is survived by three sisters; Kathleen Beckett, Norma Grapkoski and Jane Romer, all of Danbury, a Niece, Maureen Durand of Danbury, two nephews; William Collins of CA and John Manning of FL., several great nieces and nephews, one great great nephew and a dear sister in law, Elizabeth Manning of FL. She was predeceased by her brother, William Manning and nephew Kevin Manning.

View Full Notice → Mary Manning – October 24, 1923 – March 17, 2013

Kay was born March 21st 1937 in Stamford, CT. She gave inspiration to all she knew, had unconditional love for every life she touched and was a woman with great substance and always independent with strong morals & dignity. Kay loved nature, flowers, gardening, wild life, birds, domestic animals as well as wild animals. She made sure she took time to care for all living things, family, friends, and her love for anyone or anything that needed her tender loving care. Kay owned an antique shop on Rte 7 and Old State Rd. in New Milford for 30 yrs. the shop originally named Katherines Antique Mart. The name was changed 2 1/2 yrs ago to Junk and Jems. Kay was married twice in her life the first marriage to William Wahl Sr. in which together they had 2 children; Dawn Elizabeth and William Jacob Wahl. Her second love and husband she leaves behind is H. Thomas Tucker. Tom was a strong positive influence within our family. He was there for mom and stood by her side through her courageous battle. Kay leaves behind her daughter; Dawn and husband Steven Winston, a son; William and his wife Susan, 3 grandchildren; Adam Winston, Austin Wahl, and Kyle Wahl, 2 stepsons; Richard Tucker and his wife Andrea, Peter Tucker and his wife Sherry, a niece and nephew; Rod Owens and Beth DeSantis. She is predeceased by a sister; Paula “Melody” Tartar. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to The Visiting Nurses Association, The Danbury Cancer Center, as well as the Danbury Hospice for there excellent and loving care that was given to KayWe will miss and cherish Kay forever and she’ll be in our hearts and soul until we meet our maker and reunite again. Her spirit will live on within us.

View Full Notice → Kay E Tucker – March 21, 1937 – March 17, 2013

Mary A. (Coulter) Spratt, 77, of West Taghkanic, NY, wife of the late Eugene J. “Hughie” Spratt II, died peacefully at Danbury Hospital in Danbury, CT on Monday, March 18th. She was born in Newburgh, NY on December 10, 1936, daughter of the late Herbert and Agnes (Brown) Coulter. Mrs. Mary Spratt was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed watching movies, playing on the computer, collecting Beanie Babies and spending time with her friends and family. Mary’s laughter was contagious and she will be sadly missed. She is survived by her son, Eugene J. Spratt III and his wife, Lani of Danbury, with whom she made her home; her stepchildren, Kim Myers and her husband, Matthew, and Mark Spratt; her four grandchildren, Daniella and Eugene J. Spratt IV, Michael and Timothy J. Lehane. She was predeceased by her daughter, Julia Spratt.

View Full Notice → Mary A. Spratt – December 10, 1936 – March 18, 2013

Maria Cristina Varrone, 81, of Danbury died at Danbury Hospital on Wednesday, March 20th. She was born November 11, 1931 in Ripi Frosinone Italy, daughter of the late Orlando and Maria D. Ferrante. Maria worked for over 25 years at Amphenol. She will be greatly missed by her family. Maria is survived by her children, Auerelio Varrone of Danbury and Anna Richa and her husband Antoine of New Milford; 4 grandchildren, Tony Richa of Washington, DC, Christina Richa of Brookfield, Jeffrey and Aaron Varrone of New Milford; 2 sisters, Angela DeLucia and Annetta Baldassarra of Italy; 2 brothers, Enrico Ferrante and Victor Ferrante both of Danbury; several nieces and nephews as well as many cousins.

View Full Notice → Maria C. Varrone – November 11, 1931 – March 20, 2013

Gene R. Minasi, 57, of New Milford, loving husband of 27 years to Debbra (Rastadt) Minasi, died at Danbury Hospital on Monday, March 18th. He was born July 30, 1955 in Mount Kisco, NY, son of the late John and Gay (Schweinfest) Minasi. Gene absolutely, loved to play music, ride his Ducati, spend time with his family and many friends. A caring, generous man that was there for everyone. The sunshine in his life was his 3 daughters, his granddaughter and music. In addition to his beloved wife, Debbra, Gene will be missed by his 3 daughters, Kimberly, Nicole and Samantha Minasi; his granddaughter Natasha Minasi-Garrison; 2 sisters, Gay Marie Hays and her husband Donald and Janice Waterbury and her husband Edward; his special cousin, Tina DelSole and her husband Robert; several adored nieces and nephews as well as his 4 dearest friends, Stuart Kimball, Michael Finch, Glenn Scanlon and Frank Wesley. He was predeceased by his brother Joseph. “Keep Playing it from the Heart!”

View Full Notice → Gene R. Minasi – July 30, 1955 – March 18, 2013

Jane Ann Watson, 50, of Patterson, NY, formerly of Danbury, beloved wife of Paul Kolluri, died at Putnam Hospital on Thursday, March 21st. She was born in the Bronx on March 3, 1963, daughter of Irene (Stoneham) Watson of Brookfield CT, and the late John Watson. Though she was raised in the Bronx she enjoyed summers on Candlewood Lake in Danbury and later made her home there. Jane was the Commissioner of Jurors for the Putnam County Court System. She enjoyed her work but was happiest spending time with her family and her cats. Though she relocated to Patterson, she longed to be back on the lake in Danbury. In addition to her mother, Irene, and her husband, Paul, she will be sadly missed by her daughter, Sarah Leon; her son, John Leon; and her two brothers, John and Christopher Watson, both of Brookfield.

View Full Notice → Jane Ann Watson – March 03, 1963 – March 21, 2013

Jane Anne Watson, 50, of Patterson, NY, formerly of Danbury, beloved wife of Paul Kolluri, died at Putnam Hospital on Thursday, March 21st. She was born in the Bronx on March 3, 1963, daughter of Irene (Stoneham) Watson of Brookfield CT, and the late John Watson. Though she was raised in the Bronx she enjoyed summers on Candlewood Lake in Danbury and later made her home there. Jane was the Commissioner of Jurors for the Putnam County Court System. She enjoyed her work but was happiest spending time with her family and her cats. Though she relocated to Patterson, she longed to be back on the lake in Danbury. In addition to her mother, Irene, and her husband, Paul, she will be sadly missed by her daughter, Sarah Leon; her son, John Leon; and her two brothers, John and Christopher Watson, both of Brookfield.

View Full Notice → Jane Anne Watson – March 03, 1963 – March 21, 2013

Ruben D. Moya, 55, of Danbury died on Saturday, March 16th at Danbury Hospital. He was born September 10, 1957 in San Francisco de Macoris, Dominican Republic, son of the late Martin and Rosa (Mata) Moya. He leaves behind his wife, Patricia, brothers and sisters, several nieces and nephews as well as many great nieces and nephews.

View Full Notice → Ruben Dario Moya – September 10, 1957 – March 16, 2013

Louis J. Pavlu, Jr., 102, formerly of Hawthorne Terrace in Danbury, beloved husband of the late Rosemary (Kiernan) Pavlu, died at The Gardens in Danbury on Saturday, March 23rd. He was born in New York, NY on January 20, 1911, son of the late Louis J. Sr., and Katherine (Krochkva) Pavlu. Mr. Pavlu worked as a patrolman for the New York City Transit Authority for more than 25 years. He was a longtime past parishioner of St. Gregory the Great Church and was active with the Holy Name Society and the Knights of Columbus. He will be sadly missed by his daughter, Mary-Lou Pakenas and her husband, Robert of Arizona; his sister, Mary Hornick of NJ; many nieces and nephews; and his dear friend, Katherine Sniffin. He was predeceased by his brothers, Edward and William Pavlu; and his sisters, Stephanie Stronczer and Catherine Gallagher.

View Full Notice → Louis John Pavlu Jr. – January 20, 1911 – March 23, 2013

Alice E. Kolwicz, 92, of Bethel, wife of the late Edwin Kolwicz, died on Tuesday, March 26th at Danbury Hospital with her family by her side. She was born July 3, 1920 in Danbury, daughter of the late Nelson and Ruth (Webb) Fancher. Alice volunteered for Meals on Wheels, Red Cross Blood Drives as well as Dorothy Day Soup Kitchen. She enjoyed walking, hiking and picking apples while staying at the cabin in Vermont, gardening and transplanting in the green houses at Hollandia Nursery, also loved having lunch with her friends. Alice loved swimming at the local YMCA, watching UCONN Basketball and Life. She was a very optimistic person that lived to make everyone’s day brighter. Alice will be missed deeply by her children, James Kolwicz of Columbus, OH, Richard Kolwicz and his wife Terri of Bethel and Ken Kolwicz of Brookfield; 6 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews. Alice was predeceased by her sister and 4 brothers.

View Full Notice → Alice E. Kolwicz – July 03, 1920 – March 26, 2013

Judith L. Busch, 68, of Danbury, wife of Robert Busch, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, March 24th. She was born October 1, 1944 in White Plains, NY, daughter of the late Robert and Charlotte (Munson) Newman. Judith worked at Union Savings Bank for numerous years prior to her retirement in 2008. Judith will best be remembered for her undying love and commitment to her family. She was her boys’ number one fan and will remain so in passing. In addition to her husband, Robert, Judith will be missed by her two sons, Keith Busch and his fiancé Christine Rubitschun of Danbury and Gregory Busch of Suffield; three sisters, Nancy Till of White Plains, NY, Susan DeSantis of Jacksonville, FL and Roberta Maloney of Hartsdale, NY as well as several nieces and nephews.

View Full Notice → Judith L. Busch – October 01, 1944 – March 24, 2013

Robert (Bobby Cool) Melendez, 51, of Danbury, husband of Carmen Espinal died on Sunday, March 31st at Danbury Hospital. He was born April 25, 1961 in Juncos, Puerto Rico, son of the late Basilio and Milagros (Rodriguez) Melendez. Robert loved to play and listen to music. He was full of life and put everyone else before himself. He will missed by all who knew him. In addition to his wife Carmen, Robert will be missed by his 3 sons, Roberto Espinal, Anthony Martinez and David Melendez all of Danbury; 2 grandchildren, David Isaiah Melendez and Davianna Melendez as well as several nieces and nephews.

View Full Notice → Robert Melendez – April 25, 1961 – March 31, 2013

Albert Marshall, 83, of Brookfield, husband of Audrey Elsie (Lettau) Marshall died at his home on Monday, April 1st. He was born on August 20, 1929 in New York, NY, son of the late Albert Marshall and Mary (Wing) Barker. Albert was a Veteran of the Korean War, serving with the 101st Airborne 516 Calvary of the U. S. Army and was a recipient of the Purple Heart. He worked at Dixon Sintaloy in Stamford as a Sintering Operator for 33 years and retired from Engineered Sintering Products in Watertown. Albert loved working in his yard and he taught all his daughters to play a mean game of badminton. He was a loving husband and devoted father. In addition to his wife of 61 years, Audrey, Albert will be missed by his daughters, Linda Garippo, Sheree Tucker and her husband Pete, Valerie Primerano, Alene Marshall and her wife Sue Hopponen, and Patti Cilenti and her husband Guy; 10 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren as well as his sister, Eleanor Simmons. Albert was predeceased by 2 grandchildren and his son-in-law, Bill Garippo.

View Full Notice → Albert Marshall – August 20, 1929 – April 01, 2013

Charry L. Boughton, 85, of Bethel died Sunday, March 31st at Danbury Hospital. She was born May 5, 1927 in Westport, daughter of the late George W. and Charity (Jennings) Boughton. Long time employee of Kimberly Clark in New Milford. Charry is survived by her sister, Wanda Stone; her nieces Leora Washburn both of Danbury and Sharon Forbes of Bethel as well as many other nieces and nephews.

View Full Notice → Charry L. Boughton – May 05, 1927 – March 31, 2013

Roger John Burke Roger Burke of Bethel died unexpectedly on April 1, 2013. He was born on October 16, 1953 in Norwalk, third son of Mary E. (Walsh) Burke of Clearwater, FL and the late William H. Burke. Roger moved to Bethel with his family in 1961 where he became active in St. Mary’s Church, serving as an altar boy for Monsignor Richard Scully. He played in various sports leagues where he distinguished himself as an athlete. In 1972 he graduated from Immaculate High School and received a scholarship to play basketball at Jacksonville University. In 1997 Immaculate High inducted Roger into their Sports Hall of Fame. In the 1980s Roger followed his parents to Florida and worked landscape, bar-tending, and valet at famous resorts like the Belleview Biltmore in Belleair and at The Colony Hotel in Palm Beach. Roger loved the beach and the Florida sunshine, but soon grew to miss his native Connecticut. He returned home to Danbury and started his own company, Raindancer, specializing in seamless custom gutters for the Fairfield region. While living in Danbury in the late 1990s, Roger took charge of his beloved brother Marty. The two brothers became an inseparable pair, recognized and well-loved by every waitress and bartender in Danbury and Bethel. Marty and Roger made any happy hour truly happy. Roger was devoted to his fam¬ily. He was a dedicated nephew to his bachelor Uncle Jim in his last years. He was the best-man for two of his brother’s wed¬dings. In 2002 Roger moved back to Bethel into the family’s house on Whitlock Avenue, with his brothers Marty and Eddie. In addition to these two broth¬ers, he is survived by his mother and brother Bob of Clearwater, his brothers Bill (Madeline), Tim (Judy), and Tom (Debbie) of Beth¬el, Brian and David (Heather) of Cape Cod, Ricky in Victoria, BC, and his sister Maryellen (Dennis Robinson) in Portsmouth, NH, along with sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and numerous cousins and other relatives who will all miss him greatly. Roger loved to laugh, greatly enjoyed the com¬pany of others, and had excep¬tional skills at story telling. These are his greatest legacy.

View Full Notice → Roger J. Burke – October 16, 1953 – April 01, 2013

Rose Marie Catherine Gaudioso Lefebvre was born in Danbury CT. May 24, 1924 to Luigi and Dora Gaudioso of 6 North Street. Mrs. Lefebvre lived her whole life in Danbury attending St. Joseph’s school and later graduating from Danbury High School, Class of ’42. For a time during WWII she worked at a factory making airplane parts for the war effort. She was later employed at The McLoughlin Hat Company as personal secretary to Harry McLoughlin. Rose Marie married Gerard “Jerry” Lefebvre November 9, 1946 in a ceremony in St. Joseph’s Church, Danbury. They lived down the street from one another and had been childhood sweethearts. Together they raised a family of three boys. Mrs. Lefebvre later worked in the Danbury educational system in different capacities for over 25 years, most of that time as secretary at the Danbury High School. She retired 25 years ago. In retirement she spent time traveling with her beloved husband and seeing her family grow. Rose Marie passed away Thursday, April 4TH after a brief illness. She leaves behind three sons, grandchildren and great grand children.

View Full Notice → Rose Marie Lefebvre – May 24, 1924 – April 04, 2013

Kumudben Soni, 75, of Danbury, wife of the late Shantilal Soni, died at Danbury Hospital on Friday, April 5th. She was born in India on August 19, 1936, daughter of the late Himatlal and Kamlaben Soni. Mrs. Soni was a homemaker who lovingly devoted herself to her husband, children and grandchildren. She cherished her time with them and also enjoyed reading, writing and knitting. She will be sadly missed by her son, Sunil Soni and his wife, Panna; her daughters, Urvashi Soni and her husband, Parimal, Varsha Soni and her husband, Dharmendra, and Dipti Soni and her husband, Devendra. She is also survived by nine beloved grandchildren; four great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

View Full Notice → Kumudben Soni – August 19, 1936 – April 05, 2013

Myra J. Tenesaca, 19, of Danbury died suddenly on Sunday, April 7th. She was born April 5, 1994 in Danbury, daughter of Manuel and Maria (Gallego) Tenesaca. Myra was a graduate of Danbury High School, Class of 2012. She was loving, kind and full of life and laughter. Her ray of sunshine will be sadly missed by all who knew her. In addition to her parents, Manuel and Maria, Myra will be missed by her 3 brothers, Diego, Christian and Brian Tenesaca; her sister Alexandra Tenesaca; her cousins, Kevin Tenesaca and Jessica Pauta as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.

View Full Notice → Myra J. Tenesaca – April 05, 1994 – April 07, 2013

Joseph O’Connor, 73, of New Milford, CT passed away on April 5, 2013. Proud to have been born and raised in Brooklyn, N.Y., Joe was an Ironworker with Local 361. Joe will be greatly missed by his wife of 45 years, Mary, son Joseph, daughter Brenda Vaughey, son-in-law Joe Vaughey and his grandchildren, Jake, Max and Charlie. Joe took great pride in his family. He made it a point to put a smile on the face of everyone he met. Joe was an avid fan of the New Milford Renegades, New Milford High School Boys Lacrosse, New Milford Boys Basketball and the annual Girl Scout Cookie Drive.

View Full Notice → Joseph J. O’Connor – November 04, 1939 – April 05, 2013