OLD LYME -- Sheldon Arthur Baker, 78, of Old Lyme, CT passed away peacefully on August 6, 2021. He was born in Barre, VT on January 24, 1943, the son of George Baker and Hazel (Griffith) Baker. His early education took place in Montpelier, VT after which the family relocated to Pittsburg, PA. Sheldon attended Middlebury College in VT and was always fond of claiming … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Sheldon Baker of Old Lyme, Long-Time Member of ‘Con Brio’ Known for His ‘Beautiful, Tenor Singing Voice’
Obituaries
Death Announced of Thomas Leonard Kratzert of Old Lyme; Musician, Master Carpenter, 1974 OL State Championship Soccer Team Captain
OLD LYME -- Thomas Leonard Kratzert of Old Lyme, CT died unexpectedly in his home on July 27, 2021 at the age of 64. He was a profound musician and master carpenter whose work remains all over his hometown. He was also captain of the '74 Old Lyme State Championship soccer team ... In Denver, he met Nancy Pinney and they married at the First Congregational Church in Old Lyme … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Thomas Leonard Kratzert of Old Lyme; Musician, Master Carpenter, 1974 OL State Championship Soccer Team Captain
Death Announced of Donald Southworth Brodeur Sr.; Formerly of Old Lyme, ‘He Believed in a Life Dedicated to Service’
March 9, 1931 - August 2, 2021 Donald Southworth Brodeur Sr. of Old Saybrook was granted eternal rest on August 2, 2021 ... He attended Old Lyme Elementary and High Schools and graduated from the University of Connecticut in 1957 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. Don met the one and only love of his life, Elizabeth "Nancy" Hartung when each of their families … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Donald Southworth Brodeur Sr.; Formerly of Old Lyme, ‘He Believed in a Life Dedicated to Service’
Obituary for Milton James Walters Published
LYME -- Milton James Walters passed away July 15, 2021, after a brief illness. Born May 21, 1942, "Milt" was the middle son of Frances and James Walters ... Milt loved his causes- Hamilton College, The Lyme Land Conservation Trust and served on boards of Hamilton, Friends Academy, Sun Health Care, Fredericks of Hollywood, Sabra Health Care REIT, and Lyme Land Trust ... A … [Read more...] about Obituary for Milton James Walters Published
Death Announced of John J. “Jay” Speirs III of Old Lyme; Husband of Anita, Brother of Peter, Both of Old Lyme
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
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