OLD LYME - Dr. Robert C. Recor, of Old Lyme crossed the finish line for a final time on the morning of Sept. 9, 2022. Bob, at the time of his passing was surrounded by his family, his wife of 60 plus years Doris Oertel Recor, his son Robert who resides in Norwich and Jonathan who lives in Westbrook. ... Bob was a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic, in Davenport, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Dr. Robert C. Recor, of Old Lyme, Chiropractor for 50+ Years
Obituaries
Death Announced of Lois Janeen Lutender; Former Co-owner of ‘The Hideaway’, Mother of Laurie Walker of Old Lyme
OLD LYME — Lois Janeen Lutender, 86, passed on September 19, 2022. She was born June 5, 1936, in Duluth, Minnesota to Freda and George Christiansen. She married her loving husband Carl Lutender on July 2, 1960, and they celebrated 55 years of marriage before his passing in 2016. Lois graduated from St. Olaf College in Minnesota in 1958, majoring in music which was a lifelong … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Lois Janeen Lutender; Former Co-owner of ‘The Hideaway’, Mother of Laurie Walker of Old Lyme
Death Announced of John Nicholas “Jack” Faniola, DDS; Longtime Resident, Community Volunteer of Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- John Nicholas "Jack" Faniola, DDS, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, of Old Lyme, and Hilton Head, S.C., passed away peacefully Sept. 4, 2022, in Savannah, Ga. ... Jack married his soulmate and best friend, Judy, in 1969, in Old Lyme. They were blessed with nearly 53 years of happiness together, rarely spending any time apart. Beginning in 1970, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of John Nicholas “Jack” Faniola, DDS; Longtime Resident, Community Volunteer of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Captain Richard Taliaferro Wright, U.S. Navy (Ret.); Married Dr. Anne Bingham Pierson 1978, Retired in Old Lyme 1980
CHARLESTON, S.C. - Captain Richard "Dick" Taliaferro Wright, U.S. Navy (Ret.), 90, husband of Elizabeth Maybank Guerard Wright, died peacefully Monday, September 5, 2022 in Charleston, SC ... He graduated from the U. S. Naval Academy in 1953, where he was an All-American lacrosse player. Dick was the highest scorer his first class year ... Following graduation, ... and upon … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Captain Richard Taliaferro Wright, U.S. Navy (Ret.); Married Dr. Anne Bingham Pierson 1978, Retired in Old Lyme 1980
Death Announced of Gerald Francis “Jerry” Caron, Former Dean of Students, Board Member of Lyme Academy
NIANTIC -- Gerald Francis "Jerry" Caron, 80, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022. Jerry was born June 12, 1942, to Arthur and Mary (Gayette) Caron. Jerry was raised in Salem, Mass., and lived in Connecticut for most of his life, ... Mr. Caron was a member of the faculty of the Lyme College of Fine Art, Old Lyme, where he served as faculty adviser on the Board of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Gerald Francis “Jerry” Caron, Former Dean of Students, Board Member of Lyme Academy
Death Announced of Artist Betty Louise “Betsy” Davies, Formerly of Hadlyme, Studied at Lyme Academy
MARBLEHEAD, MASS. - Artist, fisherman, cartographer, teacher, wife and mother, Betty Louise "Betsy" Davies departed for another adventure Aug. 8, 2022. Betsy was born April 21, 1925, in Palmer, Mass. It was not to be a conventional, predictable, quiet and orderly life. She had many adventures, meeting them with a zest for exploration, invention and a love of people ... ... … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Artist Betty Louise “Betsy” Davies, Formerly of Hadlyme, Studied at Lyme Academy
Death Announced of Gerald Paul “Gerry” Karpuska Jr., 35, of Old Lyme; Graduated 2004 From LOL High School
OLD LYME -- Gerald Paul "Gerry" Karpuska Jr., 35, of Old Lyme passed away July 12, 2022, with his loving family by his side. Gerry was born Aug. 16, 1986, to Gerald and Joanne Karpuska in New London. After Gerry graduated from Lyme-Old Lyme High School in 2004, he went on to excel at carpentry being a craftsman, not just a carpenter ... Gerry was a man of many talents, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Gerald Paul “Gerry” Karpuska Jr., 35, of Old Lyme; Graduated 2004 From LOL High School
Death Announced of Ethel Gordon Chatkin, 93, of Old Lyme, Longtime Musician
OLD LYME - Ethel Gordon Chatkin of Old Lyme, passed away July 22, 2022, at the age of 93. Ethel was born and raised in Minot, N.D., and moved to New England, subsequent to her attending Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa ... Ethel was a musician, beginning in grade school with violin lessons from Arturo Petrucci of Italy, who also taught an eminent Julliard professor Sally … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Ethel Gordon Chatkin, 93, of Old Lyme, Longtime Musician
Death Announced of Patricia “Pat, Patty” Ann Moody, 69, of Old Lyme; Services Thursday in OL
OLD LYME -- Patricia "Pat, Patty" Ann Moody, 69, of Old Lyme, passed away July 22, 2022, peacefully at home after a six-month fight against cancer ... Pat owned and operated "A Yellow Butterfly" salon in Clinton, for 36 years, and was a poker dealer at Mohegan Sun for the last 20 years. There will be a graveside service at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 11, at Duck River … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Patricia “Pat, Patty” Ann Moody, 69, of Old Lyme; Services Thursday in OL
Death Announced of Warren J. Sulmasy, Sr., Father of Glenn of Old Lyme
Warren J. Sulmasy, Sr., born in the Throgs Neck section of The Bronx and resident of Smithtown, NY for over 54 years, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 25th with his wife of 68 years, Margaret "Peggy" by his side. He was 89 years old ... He is survived by his wife Peggy, his children and their (spouses); Daniel (Lois) of Washington, DC, Cathy Thomas (Pete) of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Warren J. Sulmasy, Sr., Father of Glenn of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Dr. Robert “Bob” James Staab of Old Lyme, Services Thursday in OL
OLD LYME -- Dr. Robert James Staab, 71, of Old Lyme, passed away July 29, 2022, surrounded by family. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, at Christ the King Church in Old Lyme, followed by a reception. Known affectionately as "Dr. Bob," he was born in Roselle, N.J., Sept. 18, 1950. He married his high school sweetheart, Susan Hornyak July 29, 1972. They … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Dr. Robert “Bob” James Staab of Old Lyme, Services Thursday in OL
Death Announced of Altabelle Pflomm, 90, Lifelong Resident of Old Lyme, 1938 Hurricane Survivor
OLD LYME -- Altabelle Pflomm, 90, widow of Wilbur Pflomm, passed away June 22, 2022, at Bride Brook Health & Rehabilitation Center ... She moved to Hawks Nest Beach in Old Lyme when she was young, where she survived the Hurricane of 1938 with her family. She ... graduated from Old Lyme High School in 1950. Altabelle was a lifelong resident of Old Lyme. She married … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Altabelle Pflomm, 90, Lifelong Resident of Old Lyme, 1938 Hurricane Survivor
Death Announced of Former Principal of Old Lyme’s Mile Creek School, Ronald “Ron” Martino; Services in OL, Aug. 3
MYSTIC, CT/OLD LYME, CT -- Ronald “Ron” Martino 87, beloved husband of 62 years to Alberta Martino, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Born in New Britain, he was the only child of the late Anthony and Frances Martino. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Education from CCSC and his Master’s at the University of Hartford and his 6th year … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Former Principal of Old Lyme’s Mile Creek School, Ronald “Ron” Martino; Services in OL, Aug. 3
Death Announced of Ronald Sheldon Houlihan, Member of OLHS Class of 1956
OLD LYME -- Ronald Sheldon Houlihan, aged 83, of Homosassa, Fla., died July 6, 2022. Ron was born July 18, 1938, to the late George and Grace (Morgan) Houlihan of Old Lyme, Conn., where Ron and his four siblings grew up. After graduating from high school, Ron joined the Army. He trained as a paratrooper in the 101st Airborne Division, served in Korea, and was in the Special … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Ronald Sheldon Houlihan, Member of OLHS Class of 1956
Death Announced of Gregory S. “Greg” Curtis, 59, of Old Lyme; Husband of Melissa, Father of Jacob & Maggie
OLD LYME -- Gregory S. "Greg" Curtis, 59, of Old Lyme, passed away July 6, 2022, after a long battle with leukemia. Greg leaves his wife Melissa; a son, Jacob, and a daughter, Maggie. He is survived by his parents, five brothers and sisters; and many nieces and nephews ... Depending on the season, he loved skiing, swimming, biking, fishing and birding, especially when … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Gregory S. “Greg” Curtis, 59, of Old Lyme; Husband of Melissa, Father of Jacob & Maggie