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

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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”

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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

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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’

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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

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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

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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

Death of Michelle “Micky” Dooley Bellefleur Announced, Member of Lyme-Old Lyme High School Class of 1986.

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MYSTIC -- Michelle "Micky" Dooley Bellefleur, 53, of Mystic, passed away at home Jan. 7, 2022. Born October 22, 1968, the daughter of Bruce and Phyllis Dooley. Michelle attended Lyme-Old Lyme High School and graduated in the Class of 1986 ... A memorial service for Michelle will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, and in honor of her deep love for animals, the … [Read more...] about Death of Michelle “Micky” Dooley Bellefleur Announced, Member of Lyme-Old Lyme High School Class of 1986.

Death of Eleanor Robinson Announced; Naturalist, Environmental Advocate, Founder of Old Lyme’s Audubon Center; Wife of Rev. Canon Mark Robinson, Former Rector of St. Ann’s

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OLD LYME -- "Celebratory Ecology calls each of us to spend time outdoors, to observe colors, movement, presences and absence of species, and yes, to simply enjoy the bounty. We celebrate ecology and are inspired to do all within our power to protect, and learn about this essential life-giving ecosystem." - Eleanor Robinson at the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center opening, … [Read more...] about Death of Eleanor Robinson Announced; Naturalist, Environmental Advocate, Founder of Old Lyme’s Audubon Center; Wife of Rev. Canon Mark Robinson, Former Rector of St. Ann’s

Death Announced of Susan Marinone Salzillo, 69, of Old Lyme

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OLD LYME -- Susan Marinone Salzillo, 69, of Old Lyme passed away Dec. 8, 2021, at the Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in New London ... She previously was married to Michael Salzillo and bore his four children, Michael, Matthew, Mark, and Mandy (Weber). Susan was later married to Elliot Penna, who survives her ... Visit this link to read the full obituary published Dec. 19, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Susan Marinone Salzillo, 69, of Old Lyme

Death Announced of Doris Pearce, 89, Long-time Resident of Old Lyme, She “Loved Spending Time with her Machnik Relatives”

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OLD LYME -- Doris Pearce, 89, passed away in her beloved home surrounded by love Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021. Doris Jane Grimes was born May 21, 1932, in Waterford, to Helen Machnik Grimes and Leslie "Red" Grimes ... They retired to Old Lyme, in the early seventies. Doris loved spending time with her Machnik relatives: aunts and uncles and cousins ... Visit this link to read … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Doris Pearce, 89, Long-time Resident of Old Lyme, She “Loved Spending Time with her Machnik Relatives”

Death of Robert Emmett Sullivan Announced, Father of Ellen Tyler, Maureen Dinnan of Old Lyme

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Robert Emmett Sullivan, 92, of the Hungry Hill section of Springfield, was Called Safely Home on the Birth of Christ Christmas Day, Saturday, December 25, 2021 ... Bob and his wife, Helen, enjoyed their vacation home near White Sands Beach in Old Lyme, Connecticut for over 45 years ... In addition to his wife, he leaves his six loving children, Dennis M. Sullivan of … [Read more...] about Death of Robert Emmett Sullivan Announced, Father of Ellen Tyler, Maureen Dinnan of Old Lyme

Death of Anthony N. Traggis of Lyme Announced, Husband of Nancy

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LYME -- Anthony N. Traggis, 80, of Lyme passed away Dec.15, at Chesterfields Health Care Center in Chester ... He married Nancy Trimble Oct. 16, 1998, when they eloped to Martha's Vineyard to the astonishment of friends and family ... Anthony is survived by his wife Nancy; his sister Katherine Booth and her husband James Robert Booth of Bozrah; ... Due to the COVID-19 … [Read more...] about Death of Anthony N. Traggis of Lyme Announced, Husband of Nancy

Death Announced of Jean Murphy Howard of Old Lyme, Mother of Lee Howard of ‘The Day’

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OLD LYME -- Jean Murphy Howard, one of the great local volunteers and a brilliant teacher, gardener, hostess, cook and conversationalist, died Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021, at age 89, at Massachusetts General Hospital after a short illness. She had recently moved to Plymouth, Mass., to be near her daughter after spending more than two decades as a full-time resident of Old … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Jean Murphy Howard of Old Lyme, Mother of Lee Howard of ‘The Day’