LymeLine.com

Community News for Lyme and Old Lyme, CT

Obituaries

Death of George M. Kovak Announced, Brother of Richard of Old Lyme

by

ROCHESTER, NH -- George M. Kovak, 89, died Jan 29, 2022 at Rochester Manor, Rochester, NH. He was born on 23 Oct 1932 in Rockville, CT to Michael and Helen (Kapa) Kovak... He married Marion Dupre on 5 May 1956 in Old Saybrook where they lived most of their married lives ... They moved to Fla following his retirement and then to Rochester, NH where he spent his remaining … [Read more...] about Death of George M. Kovak Announced, Brother of Richard of Old Lyme

Death Announced of Aiden Ryder Colangeli, 16, of Old Lyme

by

OLD LYME -- With heavy hearts we announce the sudden death of Aiden Ryder Colangeli who passed away Feb. 18, 2022, at the age of 16. He was born May 22, 2005 He was the son of Steven Colangeli, stepmom Dovie Hunt; and cherished grandson of Rick and Carol Colangeli; and much loved nephew to Anne Colangeli and Julie Colangeli (fiancé Scott Ferbert);  ... A celebration of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Aiden Ryder Colangeli, 16, of Old Lyme

Death Announced of Lisa Marie Kadlec, 46, of Lyme

by

LYME -- Lisa Marie Kadlec, 46, of Joshuatown Road, died Monday, Feb. 21, 2022, at her home surrounded by her family. Lisa was born July 16, 1975, in Hartford, the daughter of William and Jeanne (Martin) Kadlec. Lisa was a graduate of Mercy High School class of 1993 ... Lisa is survived by her daughter Evelyn Winters; parents, William and Jeanne Kadlec; brother William … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Lisa Marie Kadlec, 46, of Lyme

Death Announced of Andy Baxter of Lyme; Longtime Lyme Land Trust Supporter, ‘a Man for All Seasons with a Heart as Big as the Outdoors’

by

LYME -- It is with great sadness that we have been informed of the death of Andy Baxter of Lyme. He was a member of the board of the Lyme Land Trust for 13 years, serving as both its treasurer and later, vice-president. He was also involved in and supported numerous other charitable causes. The Lyme Land Trust has shared the following tribute to Mr. Baxter with us: We … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Andy Baxter of Lyme; Longtime Lyme Land Trust Supporter, ‘a Man for All Seasons with a Heart as Big as the Outdoors’

Death Announced of Carlene Desautels Landry of Old Lyme

by

OLD LYME -- Carlene Desautels Landry of Old Lyme passed away Jan. 28, 2022, at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in New London with family by her side. Carlene was born Oct. 16, 1946, in Putnam ... In 1967 she married Thomas Landry, also of Putnam, and in 1970 they moved to Old Lyme with their daughter Lauren. While living in Old Lyme they had two additional children Brian and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Carlene Desautels Landry of Old Lyme

Death Announced of Kathleen “Kathy” Kristopik of South Lyme

by

SOUTH LYME -- Kathleen "Kathy" Kristopik of Point O' Woods Beach and formerly of Kensington passed away peacefully Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022 ... She was predeceased by her husband Richard L. Kristopik and brother Robert Breininger. She was survived by her son, Kenneth Kristopik of South Lyme; daughter, Sandi (Brion) Dodge of East Lyme; and grandson, Gus Dodge of East Lyme … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Kathleen “Kathy” Kristopik of South Lyme

Death Announced of Janice Lona MacDonald Gafner, Graduate of Old Lyme High School

by

The lovely Janice Lona MacDonald Gafner of Cary, NC, left this life for the next on February 7, 2022 after a valiant challenge with pancreatic cancer ... After graduating from Old Lyme High School in 1954 she attended Bryant College and earned a diploma in Secretarial Training. It was at Bryant that she met the love of her life, Frederick A Gafner of Rome, NY whom she … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Janice Lona MacDonald Gafner, Graduate of Old Lyme High School

Death Announced of Justin Henry Bogucki of Old Lyme

by

OLD LYME -- Justin Henry Bogucki, 89, passed away peacefully Friday, Jan. 28, 2022. Justin was born Aug. 7, 1932, in Meriden ... After meeting Gail Harding in Meriden on a blind date, he fell in love and was determined to be with her the rest of his life. They married in 1962, and were devoted to providing a loving household for three children in Old Lyme ... Visiting … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Justin Henry Bogucki of Old Lyme

Death Announced of Robert Charles Meyer of Lyme; Successful Builder, Accomplished Pilot, Avid Yachtsman

by

LYME, CT – Robert Charles Meyer, 94, passed away peacefully February 1st, 2022, at home after a short illness with his family by his side. He was born in 1927 in Belleville, NJ. He is predeceased by his beloved wife Doreen, as they shared 66 wonderful years together.  Robert served with the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II and was a graduate of Farleigh Dickinson. Upon … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Robert Charles Meyer of Lyme; Successful Builder, Accomplished Pilot, Avid Yachtsman

Death Announced of John Charles Petersen of Old Lyme, 73; He “Cherished Every Minute on the Road”

by

OLD LYME -- 1949-2022: John Charles Petersen, age 73, of Old Lyme, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, surrounded by family and loved ones, after fiercely battling cancer. John was born and raised in Connecticut, where he lived throughout his life ... In 2020, John retired from the State of CT Judicial Branch, after a career in mental health … [Read more...] about Death Announced of John Charles Petersen of Old Lyme, 73; He “Cherished Every Minute on the Road”

Death Announced of John Thayer Talbott, Former Curate of Saint Ann’s Church in Old Lyme

by

John Thayer Talbott died peacefully at his home on November 30, 2021. He was born in New York City in 1939, the son of Harold E. Talbott Jr. and Margaret Thayer Talbott ... After his studies at Sewanee University, he was ordained in the Episcopal Church. He served as rector of the Church of the Redeemer in Shelbyville, Tennessee, and St. Augustine’s Church in Washington, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of John Thayer Talbott, Former Curate of Saint Ann’s Church in Old Lyme

Death Announced of Mildred “Maggie” Adamson Taylor of Old Lyme, Former Owner of ‘The Chocolate Shell’

by

OLD LYME -- Mildred "Maggie" Adamson Taylor, mother, grandmother, small businesswoman, and friend to many, died peacefully on Christmas Day, 2021. She was 92 ... A resident of Old Lyme then Lyme since 1960 ... It was while working as a receptionist at R. R. Donnelley that she met Douglas Taylor. They were married in 1983 ... Doug helped Maggie achieve her dream of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Mildred “Maggie” Adamson Taylor of Old Lyme, Former Owner of ‘The Chocolate Shell’

Death Announced of Patricia A. Rand of Old Lyme

by

OLD LYME -- Patricia A. Rand, 75, of Old Lyme, died Wednesday, January 26, 2022 with her family by her side. Mrs. Rand was born on May 22, 1946 in New London, the daughter of Edward and Edith (O'Connor) Roberts and later married Nelson Rand Sr. ... Mrs. Rand is survived by her loving husband Nelson, sons Timothy and Nelson Rand and their wives Charlene and Lisa Rand, along … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Patricia A. Rand of Old Lyme

Death Announced of Glenn Alan Kindilien, 74, Attended Old Lyme High School

by

STRATFORD, CT -- Glenn Alan Kindilien, 74, of Stratford, passed away unexpectedly on January 12, 2022. Born on August 22, 1947 in Providence, RI, he was the son of the late Carlin Kindilien and Priscilla (Warren) Kindilien ... Glenn attended Old Lyme High School ... He enjoyed fishing especially in the area of Old Lyme where he spent many of his years.  He particularly … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Glenn Alan Kindilien, 74, Attended Old Lyme High School