OLD LYME -- John J. "Jay" Speirs III, 67, of Old Lyme, passed away unexpectedly at his home July 11, 2021. Jay Speirs was born May 30, 1954, in Middletown, to the late John J. Jr. and June (Briggs) Speirs. He was the beloved husband of Anita (Fatone) Speirs, who survives him ... Jay will be missed by many, but we know he is having a blast up there riding the waves and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of John J. “Jay” Speirs III of Old Lyme; Husband of Anita, Brother of Peter, Both of Old Lyme
Obituaries
Death Announced of Julie Anne Buchanan; Wife of Kevin, Mother of Tori, Liz, All Formerly of Old Lyme
Julie Anne (Johnson) Buchanan, of Deep River, CT and Stowe, VT, passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2021. Julie was married for 44 years to the love of her life, Kevin Buchanan, and was the Mom of the brightest stars in her sky, Victoria (Tori) Buchanan and Elizabeth (Liz) Buchanan, and Grandmother to her sunshine Macallan Silva, Easton Silva, and Ryland Silva ... ... [Julie] is … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Julie Anne Buchanan; Wife of Kevin, Mother of Tori, Liz, All Formerly of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Ernest P. Bauer, Grandfather of Tosh Urbowicz of Old Lyme
OLD SAYBROOK -- Ernest Philip-Paul Bauer, of Old Saybrook, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2021. He is now reunited with his beloved wife, Ellen, and is at home with the lord ... ... Family was everything to Ernie and he was very proud of his 57 year marriage to Ellen. He is survived by his son Erich Adam Bauer and his wife Sacha of Salem, OR; daughter Karen … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Ernest P. Bauer, Grandfather of Tosh Urbowicz of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Long-time Lyme Land Trust Member Milt Walters, ‘Valued Colleague, Tireless Fundraiser’
LYME -- The death of Milt Walters has been announced in an email sent to all Lyme Land Trust members by its Board Chair John Pritchard and Executive Director Kristina White. Describing Mr. Walters as, "our valued colleague," the email states, "Milt had a long and extremely effective tenure on the Land Trust Board. He was one of those rarest of all charitable board members … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Long-time Lyme Land Trust Member Milt Walters, ‘Valued Colleague, Tireless Fundraiser’
Death Announced of Americo Richard (“Rick”) Lombardi, 92; Services in Old Lyme Thursday, Friday
Americo Richard ("Rick") Lombardi. "Willow weep for me...." Rick Lombardi passed away on June 30, 2021, at the age of 92. He was born on September 2nd, 1928 in Beverly, Massachusetts, the child of immigrant parents from San Giovanni Incarico, Italy, and lived most of his life in Massachusetts and Connecticut ... He played ferocious golf, as the scoreboards at the Old Lyme … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Americo Richard (“Rick”) Lombardi, 92; Services in Old Lyme Thursday, Friday
Death Announced of Elizabeth J. Bigiarelli, Mother of Michael of Old Lyme
Elizabeth J. Bigiarelli, 92, of Lexington, South Carolina (formerly of Martinsburg) passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on June 19, 2021. She joined her beloved late husband of 64 years, Elio (Bigi), who departed in 2014, at their heavenly home ... Elizabeth is survived by her three children and four grandchildren all of whom held a special and proud place in her … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Elizabeth J. Bigiarelli, Mother of Michael of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Salvatore A. “Sal” Caruso of Lyme, Cofounder of Sunset Hill Vineyard
LYME -- Salvatore A. "Sal" Caruso, a longtime resident of Lyme, passed away peacefully June 25, 2021. He was born in Greenwich, June 5 1939 ... He is survived by his wife, MaryEllen of 59 years; sons, David and Matthew; wives Laurie Farrell Caruso and Donna Moore Caruso; grandsons, Zachary and Ryer ... Sal was a member of the Hamburg Cove Yacht Club, the Mile Creek … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Salvatore A. “Sal” Caruso of Lyme, Cofounder of Sunset Hill Vineyard
Death of Matthew Spencer Lewis, 38, Announced; Member of Lyme-Old Lyme High School Class of 2001
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
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’