COLCHESTER -- It is with broken hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Matthew Spencer Lewis on June 24, at the age of 38. Matt grew up in Lyme, and attended Lyme-Old Lyme High School graduating in 2001. At the age of seventeen Matt began apprenticing to become a farrier under the guidance of Tim Kriz of Bethany. In 2003 Matt purchased his first shoeing body and … [Read more...] about Death of Matthew Spencer Lewis, 38, Announced; Member of Lyme-Old Lyme High School Class of 2001
Obituaries
Death Announced of Paul “Paulie” Barnes, 54; Brother of Mark, Both of Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- Paul "Paulie" Barnes, 54, of Old Lyme, passed away on Friday, June 25, 2021 at home. He was born on September 27, 1966 in Bristol, son of the late Alvin F. and Priscilla (Hogan) Barnes ... He loved the beach, dancing and music. His heart was open to everyone he came in contact with and he enjoyed making everyone laugh ... He is survived by his daughter Chelsea … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Paul “Paulie” Barnes, 54; Brother of Mark, Both of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Martha Sylvia Frost, Mother of Award-Winning Director Sue Frost of Old Lyme
Martha Sylvia Frost, of Wakefield, passed away in the early morning of June 7, 2021. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 51 years, Cyril E. Frost, Jr. Born in Richmond, RI in 1932, Martha was the daughter of the late William Hollis and Margaret (Whaley) Smith ... She is survived by her three children: Michael E. Frost of Groton, CT, Susan B. Frost of Old Lyme, CT … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Martha Sylvia Frost, Mother of Award-Winning Director Sue Frost of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Robert Gentile of Old Lyme; ‘a Generous Man with Larger-than-Life Personality, Heart of Gold
OLD LYME -- Sunday, June 6, 2021, Robert Gentile died peacefully at home with family members at his side. Robert was born Aug. 28, 1951. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth; his son Robert Christopher; his sister Gail Sette and her husband Vincent; brother Joseph Gentile and his wife Linda; nieces, Megan Sette, Sarah Gentile Proesel and her husband Jon; nephew Josh Sette … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Robert Gentile of Old Lyme; ‘a Generous Man with Larger-than-Life Personality, Heart of Gold
Death of Gregory M. Furey, 64, of Old Lyme Announced
Old Lyme - Gregory M. Furey, 64, of Old Lyme passed away unexpectedly at home May 31, 2021. Born in Middletown, he was the only son of the late Willard and Margaret Furey. Raised near the Old Lyme shores, Greg spent much of his life there. After graduating from Old Lyme High School, Greg went on for formal training at Pratt & Whitney, receiving an Electrical Certificate … [Read more...] about Death of Gregory M. Furey, 64, of Old Lyme Announced
Death Announced of Josephine Deveau Benson, 96, of Old Lyme
Old Lyme - Josephine Deveau Benson, 96, of Old Lyme died peacefully May 22, 2021. Josephine was born Aug. 18, 1924, in New London, the daughter of William and Agnes Deveau. She was a proud veteran of World War II where she served her country as a wave in the United States Navy. She married Robert Eugene Benson Nov. 3, 1945, and started her family of seven children ... She … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Josephine Deveau Benson, 96, of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Barbara Blaney Bair, 90, of Old Lyme
OLD LYME - Barbara Blaney Bair, 90, of Old Lyme, formerly of Rowayton, beloved wife of the late Robert Dwight Bair, passed Sunday, May 16, 2021 ... Barbara is survived by her four beloved children: Mike (Britt), Steve (Lisa), Tom (Dorene) and John (Corinne); and six cherished grandchildren ... Visit this link to read the full obituary published May 27 in The Day. … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Barbara Blaney Bair, 90, of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Laura Jane (Bridge) Dunn, 78, of Old Lyme; ‘The Beach Was Her Favorite Place’
OLD LYME -- Laura Jane (Bridge) Dunn, 78, of Old Lyme, beloved wife to Peter W. Dunn, peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 29, 2020, surrounded by her loving family ... ... The beach was her favorite place, especially Hawk's Nest Beach in Old Lyme. Spending many summers there with her Aunt Harriet and Cousin Donald Shaub. She finally got her dream house at the beach … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Laura Jane (Bridge) Dunn, 78, of Old Lyme; ‘The Beach Was Her Favorite Place’
Death of Thomas M. Long Announced, Father of Maureen Sturm of Old Lyme
Thomas M. Long, age 83 years, of Plymouth, died Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at Beth Israel-Deaconess Hospital in Plymouth. He was the husband of the late Martha F. (Loring) Long and the son of the late Edwin and Marjorie (Hallett) Long. Born in Hyannis on November 22, 1937, Mr. long was a United States Navy veteran ... ... He will be forever missed by his children, Thomas A. Long … [Read more...] about Death of Thomas M. Long Announced, Father of Maureen Sturm of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Judith Fay Lightfoot of Lyme; Nationally-Recognized Civic Leader, Former President of High Hopes, Lyme Public Library, Numerous Other Organizations
LYME -- Judith Fay Lightfoot, civic leader, mentor, friend, and beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, died on May 19 at age 81 at her home in Lyme, Connecticut. Intelligent, caring, generous, and grateful until her last breath, Judy moved in the world with deep optimism, love, and grace as she tirelessly and determinedly worked to make that world a better … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Judith Fay Lightfoot of Lyme; Nationally-Recognized Civic Leader, Former President of High Hopes, Lyme Public Library, Numerous Other Organizations
Obituary: Thomas J. Rozanski Jr. (Tom), Lived Most of His Life in Old Lyme, Volunteer Firefighter
OLD LYME -- Thomas J. Rozanski Jr. (Tom) passed peacefully in the presence of his family on Friday, May 21 at the age of 78. Tom was born August 17, 1942, in New Britain, Connecticut, to parents Thomas J. Rozanski and Helen Rozanski (Kolodziej). He lived most of his life in Old Lyme, Connecticut, before retiring to Florida and South Carolina. Tom was a Veteran of the U.S … [Read more...] about Obituary: Thomas J. Rozanski Jr. (Tom), Lived Most of His Life in Old Lyme, Volunteer Firefighter
Death Announced of Nancy Chase Rogers of Old Lyme, She ‘Leaves a Legacy of Living Life to the Fullest’
OLD LYME -- Nancy Chase Rogers was a life force throughout her 92 years. True to form, she beat COVID-19 in February, and then passed away May 18, 2021, on her own terms, peacefully in her beautiful apartment in Saybrook at Haddam, filled with pictures of her family and pets ... ... Nancy loved people, but none more than her daughter [Chase] and son-in-law Ted O'Hanlan and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Nancy Chase Rogers of Old Lyme, She ‘Leaves a Legacy of Living Life to the Fullest’
Death Announced of John Sholtis of Old Lyme
OLD LYME - John Sholtis, 77, of Old Lyme passed away May 9, 2021. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 55 years, Judy; daughter Adrienne and her husband Jim Lair; daughter Michelle Sholtis, her husband Michel Leroy; and the light of his life granddaughter Vivian Leroy; along with daughter of the heart Natalie Wellmaker and family... Visit this link to read the full … [Read more...] about Death Announced of John Sholtis of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Florence G. McMahon of Old Lyme, Formerly of Newington, CT
Florence G. McMahon, 85, recently of Old Lyme CT (formerly of Newington CT and Needham MA) died peacefully in hospice care after a brief illness on Tuesday April 27th ... ... She married her beloved husband Walt McMahon in 1959. They settled in Newington where they lived together for 50 years until Walt passed away in 2010. Flo remained in Newington for a short time moving … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Florence G. McMahon of Old Lyme, Formerly of Newington, CT
Death of James F Tuohy Announced, Father of Mary Lou Duffy of Old Lyme; Particpated in Okinawa Invasion, Loved Spending Time at OL Shores
James F. Tuohy, 95, husband of the late Dorothy (Sullivan) Tuohy of West Hartford, passed away peacefully Saturday April 17, 2021 ... ... He enlisted in the U.S. Navy immediately after high school and was stationed in the Pacific Theater during WWII, participating in the invasion of Okinawa on the LST 890 ... ... Jim also loved spending time every year at Old Lyme Shores … [Read more...] about Death of James F Tuohy Announced, Father of Mary Lou Duffy of Old Lyme; Particpated in Okinawa Invasion, Loved Spending Time at OL Shores