LYME, CT —Henry ‘Hank’ Dugan, aged 82, died peacefully on May 5, 2025 at home in Lyme, CT. Hank was born and raised in Central Falls, RI after which he attended Northeastern University and RI College. He attended OCS at the Coast Guard Academy, becoming an Academy math instructor and basketball coach. Hank spent his professional life in marketing and sales for tech companies … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Henry ‘Hank’ Dugan of Lyme; Father of Kelly of Lyme, and Ryan
Obituaries
Death Announced of Susan P. Rankin, Former Associate Pastor at First Congregational Church of Old Lyme
A Remembrance of Susan Rankin by Jasper Craven On a perfect summer day in late August of 2022, I met Susan Rankin on the bank of the Passumpsic River, in St. Johnsbury. It was the first I’d seen her since the pandemic and we caught up for hours, seated at a picnic table with pizza from Kingdom Crust. I’d brought my then-new girlfriend, Lauren, on Susan’s insistence, even … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Susan P. Rankin, Former Associate Pastor at First Congregational Church of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Linda (Lynn) Roberts, 61, of Old Lyme; Wife of John, Trust Administration Officer at Dime Bank
OLD LYME – Linda Banks Roberts, age 61, of Old Lyme, passed away peacefully April 16, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. She was a beloved spouse, parent, grandparent and friend whose kindness and strength touched everyone she met. Born Feb. 6, 1964, in Philadelphia, Pa., Lynn was the cherished child of George and Elizabeth Banks. She went on to earn a degree in criminal … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Linda (Lynn) Roberts, 61, of Old Lyme; Wife of John, Trust Administration Officer at Dime Bank
Death Announced of Charles Edward Brinley II, of Old Lyme, Retired Coal Executive Whose Career Spanned the Country
OLD LYME — Charles Edward Brinley II, of Old Lyme, Connecticut, died peacefully on April 2, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on November 17, 1940, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Charlie was the beloved husband of Margaret Nicoll Cadwalader Brinley for 57 years — a partnership that exemplified love, mutual respect, and playfulness. Charlie grew up in Chestnut Hill, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Charles Edward Brinley II, of Old Lyme, Retired Coal Executive Whose Career Spanned the Country
Death Announced of Kathryn (Kathi) Tray Hill, Partner of Skip Broom of Hadlyme
HADLYME — Kathryn "Kathi" Tray Hill, a beloved mother, grandmother, partner, and friend, passed away on April 12, 2025 surrounded by love. She was predeceased by her devoted husband of 32 years, Thomas W. “Dutch” Hill ... Born and raised in Narberth, Pennsylvania, Kathi was a walking ray of sunshine ... Later in life, Kathi reconnected with her high school sweetheart, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Kathryn (Kathi) Tray Hill, Partner of Skip Broom of Hadlyme
Death Announced of Scott Speers, 54, of Old Lyme
OLD LYME – Scott Speers, 54, of Old Lyme, passed away Thursday, April 10, 2025 ... He is survived by his daughter, Meghan, wife, Sandy, mom and dad, Robert and Marian, and brother, Rob ... An Old Saybrook High School graduate, he was an ironworker for many years. A private memorial for the family will be held at a later date. Editor’s Note: Visit this link to … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Scott Speers, 54, of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Christine Ann ‘Cookie’ Grem, Her Nursing Career Spanned Continents
OLD LYME – Christine Ann "Cookie" Grem, 68, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025, in Old Lyme. Born on January 2, 1957, in New Britain, Christine dedicated her life to the care and well-being of children around the world ... Christine's nursing career was marked by compassion and global outreach. She traveled extensively on medical missions that took her as far as … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Christine Ann ‘Cookie’ Grem, Her Nursing Career Spanned Continents
Death Announced of Tanner T. Hunt, Jr.; Lawyer at Texas Firm for 57 Years, Father of Faulkner Hunt of Lyme
Tanner T. Hunt, Jr. slipped away very peacefully on April 6, 2025, surrounded by his three children. He was 89 years old. Born in Port Arthur on March 3, 1936, Tanner lived in Beaumont for most of his life – one of the many reasons he felt lucky in life. His parents, T.T. Hunt, Sr., and Velma Welch Hunt, were hard-working, kind, and doted on their only child. After attending … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Tanner T. Hunt, Jr.; Lawyer at Texas Firm for 57 Years, Father of Faulkner Hunt of Lyme
Death Announced of Donna Lee Bennett, 68, of Old Lyme, Owner of D’Tails Pet Service in OS, Calling Hours Sunday
OLD LYME—Donna Lee Bennett, 68, of Old Lyme, passed away Monday, March 31, 2025, at Yale New Haven Hospital with friends and family by her side. She is survived by her loving husband Matthew Weber and their six fur babies. ... She was the proud owner of D'Tails Pet Service in Old Saybrook ... Calling hours will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 13, 2025, at … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Donna Lee Bennett, 68, of Old Lyme, Owner of D’Tails Pet Service in OS, Calling Hours Sunday
Death Announced of Samuel “Sam” Meredith Strong III, Founder of ‘The Strong Agency’ in Old Lyme, Essex
Samuel "Sam" Meredith Strong III of Easton, Maryland, passed away on April 4 due to complications from dementia. He was 90 years old. Sam was born March 2, 1935, in Bayside, New York, to Helen Pettit Strong and Samuel Meredith Strong, Jr. When he was eleven years old, his mother married Herbert (Lindy) Lindholm, who became his loving Dad ... Sam met the love of his life, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Samuel “Sam” Meredith Strong III, Founder of ‘The Strong Agency’ in Old Lyme, Essex
Death Announced of Susan Rivoire Hostnik, Longtime Resident of Old Lyme
OLD LYME— Susan Rivoire Hostnik, longtime resident of Old Lyme, passed away peacefully March 15, 2025. She was 91. Susan was born August 14, 1933, in New York City, N.Y., the daughter of the late Charles William Rivoire and Dorothy Starr ... She is also survived by her five children ... She also leaves behind 12 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Her husband of 61 … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Susan Rivoire Hostnik, Longtime Resident of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Charles M. Smith, Resident of Old Lyme for More Than 60 Years; Services Scheduled in OL, May 3
OLD LYME—Charles M. Smith passed away peacefully March 16, 2025, at the age of 85. He was born in New London, Feb. 23, 1940. Charles joined the U.S. Navy in 1958 ... He met Lynn ... and married in September of 1963. They moved to Old Lyme where they spent the rest of their lives raising three sons and welcoming many grandchildren ... He leaves behind his children, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Charles M. Smith, Resident of Old Lyme for More Than 60 Years; Services Scheduled in OL, May 3
Death Announced of Joan Griswold Park Lewis, Formerly of Old Lyme; Daughter of William B. Griswold, Sister to David Griswold; Services to be Held Later in Spring in OL
Joan Griswold Park Lewis, most recently of Merrimack County Nursing Home, Boscawen, New Hampshire passed away peacefully with family at her side on the first day of spring, March 20, 2025. Mrs. Lewis was born in Erie, Pennsylvania on March 30, 1930, daughter of William B. Griswold and Jessie Griswold. Rosalie Griswold McCook was her dear step mother. The family moved to … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Joan Griswold Park Lewis, Formerly of Old Lyme; Daughter of William B. Griswold, Sister to David Griswold; Services to be Held Later in Spring in OL
Death Announced of Ann Moriarty; Lived in Cheshire, Also Had Cottage in Old Lyme for 50 Years
CHESHIRE – Ann Moriarty, 87, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at her home. She was the wife of the late William J. Moriarty. Mrs. Moriarty was born February 21, 1938, in Waterbury, the daughter of the late Frederick and Elizabeth (Shanahan) Jones ... In addition to her time in Cheshire, she lived in a cottage in Old Lyme for 50 years. She is survived by her sons … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Ann Moriarty; Lived in Cheshire, Also Had Cottage in Old Lyme for 50 Years
Death Announced of Rino Vitali, ‘Well-known Resident of Old Lyme’
OLD LYME—Rino Vitali, a well-known resident of Old Lyme, CT peacefully passed away at the age of 88 on the morning of Wednesday, March 12, 2025. Rino, the sixth of eight children, was born on April 8,1936 to Achille and Rosina Vitari Vitali ... ... Rino and Judith settled in Old Lyme where they built their dream house overlooking the picturesque Black Hall River. In their … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Rino Vitali, ‘Well-known Resident of Old Lyme’