OLD LYME -- Donald S. Bugbee Sr., 90, of Mile Creek Road, passed away peacefully after a short illness, Tuesday evening, March 9, 2021, in Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, while under Hospice care. Mr. Bugbee was born Oct. 8, 1930, in New London, the son of Roger and Bernice (Morgan) Bugbee. He was a lifelong carpenter and property caretaker. He is survived by his son Don … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Donald S. Bugbee Sr. of Old Lyme; Father of Don, OL Parks & Rec. Director, LOLHS Girls’ Basketball Coach
Obituaries
Death of Margaret Riccio Labriola, Formerly of Old Lyme, Announced
Margaret Riccio Labriola, 86, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2021. She was born on May 18, 1934. "Marge" as she like to be called, resided at Davis Place in Danielson, CT for the past two years. Marge was predeceased by her late husband Daniel J. Labriola of 59 years in March of 2017. Marge was raised in Hartford, CT and moved to Old Lyme, CT in 1958 following her marriage … [Read more...] about Death of Margaret Riccio Labriola, Formerly of Old Lyme, Announced
Death Announced of James H. (Jim) Jones, Jr., Father of Beth Jones of Lyme
LCDR James H. (Jim) Jones, Jr. USNR, Ret. of Haddam, CT, formerly of Virginia Beach, VA, passed away on February 24, 2021 at the age of 96. He died peacefully at home during his afternoon nap ... ... In December, 2019, Jim moved to Connecticut to be with family. Having voted in every presidential election since he reached voting age, a source of great pride was that he was … [Read more...] about Death Announced of James H. (Jim) Jones, Jr., Father of Beth Jones of Lyme
Death of Francis J. “Frank” Purdue Announced, ‘a Life Full of Love and Joy’
OLD LYME -- Francis J. "Frank" Purdue passed away peacefully Feb. 12, 2021, holding his wife, Maria's hand, at Middlesex Hospital after a short illness. Born March 8, 1933, in New York to Francis and Viola Purdue. Frank is survived by his wife, Maria, and his six children, Frank (wife Linda), Maureen (husband John), Susan, Edward (wife Carole), Pamela (husband Paul), Gina … [Read more...] about Death of Francis J. “Frank” Purdue Announced, ‘a Life Full of Love and Joy’
Death Announced of Joanne Trawicke Centola of Old Lyme; Loved Living on Rogers Lake, Volunteered at High Hopes
OLD LYME -- Joanne Trawicke Centola, 73, of Old Lyme, passed Feb. 24, 2021, due to complications from heart failure. Born June 3, 1947 in Waterbury, Joanne was the only child of the late John D. and Anna B. Trawicke. She grew up in Meriden and spent her summers on Rogers Lake in Old Lyme ... ... Joanne always loved living on Rogers Lake and moved there full-time in 2005. … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Joanne Trawicke Centola of Old Lyme; Loved Living on Rogers Lake, Volunteered at High Hopes
Death Announced of A. John Plikus Jr., 80, of Lyme; He Took Great Pleasure in … Bringing out the Beauty of his Corner of Lyme.
LYME -- A. John Plikus Jr., 80, of Lyme passed away Feb. 18, 2021, at his home. John was born April 3, 1940, son of Anthony J. Plikus Sr. and Alice (McCully) Plikus in New London ... ... He leaves his beloved wife Christine (Audibert) Plikus; son John M. Plikus and his wife Kerry; daughter-in-law Monica Plikus; step-son Mark Hope and his wife Melissa; step-daughter Dr. April … [Read more...] about Death Announced of A. John Plikus Jr., 80, of Lyme; He Took Great Pleasure in … Bringing out the Beauty of his Corner of Lyme.
Death Announced of Kathleen Jane “Kathy” Munday of Old Lyme, Member of OLHS Class of 1967
OLD LYME -- Kathleen Jane "Kathy" Munday passed into the hands of Our Lord Super Bowl Sunday Feb. 7, 2021, the thought of Tom Brady winning another championship being the last straw. Kathy was born May 31, 1949, in Woonsocket, R.I., the third child and only girl of nine. After the family resettled in Old Lyme, she graduated from Old Lyme High School in 1967, and went on to … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Kathleen Jane “Kathy” Munday of Old Lyme, Member of OLHS Class of 1967
Death of Mark Michael Gordon, 61, Announced; Spent All His Childhood Summers at Old Colony Beach, ‘Unforgettable Memories, Amazing Lifetime Friends’
Mark Michael Gordon, of Fort Lauderdale, FL passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2021 at the age of 61. Mark grew up in Bloomfield, CT and after attending Bloomfield High School, he continued his education and graduated from Adelphi University in New York ... ... we would be remiss if we did not mention Mark spent all of his childhood summers with his immediate and … [Read more...] about Death of Mark Michael Gordon, 61, Announced; Spent All His Childhood Summers at Old Colony Beach, ‘Unforgettable Memories, Amazing Lifetime Friends’
Death Announced of Lifelong Democrat David Woolley, He “Devoted Himself to Performing Public Service”
OLD LYME -- It is with deep sadness that we report the death of David B. Woolley on Jan. 30, 2021. After service in the Navy and a long, exemplary career in banking, he became a permanent resident of Old Lyme in 1989 when he moved into what had been his summer home at Old Lyme Shores. To quote from his obituary, "During his entire adult life, David devoted himself to … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Lifelong Democrat David Woolley, He “Devoted Himself to Performing Public Service”
Death of Alan R. Bernier, 65, Announced; Brother of Joanne Slezycki of Lyme
THOMPSON, CT - Alan R. Bernier, 65 of Thompson passed away peacefully on February 12, 2021. He was the loving husband of Patrice (Mikolajczak) Bernier for 38 years. Born in Putnam October 16, 1955, son of the late Roland and Lauretta (Nadeau) Bernier. Alan was the Pathology Manager at St. Vincent's Hospital in Worcester until he retired ... ... He leaves his wife Patrice, … [Read more...] about Death of Alan R. Bernier, 65, Announced; Brother of Joanne Slezycki of Lyme
Death Announced of Rose G. Low, Mother of Becky Machnik of Old Lyme
Rose G. Low of Daleville, Va. was born on October 21, 1929, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 5, 2021. Rose was raised in Bedford, Va. before earning a degree from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. From there, she moved to Rockville, Maryland where she welcomed her four children. The family moved from Maryland to New Hampshire and Rose took a job with … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Rose G. Low, Mother of Becky Machnik of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Alice (Mehegan) Visgilio, Mother of John of Old Lyme
Alice (Mehegan) Visgilio, 84, of Westerly, RI, formerly of East Hartford, CT passed away peacefully surrounded by her husband and children on February 10, 2021. Born in Hartford, CT, daughter of Nicholas and M. Cecelia Mehegan, Alice was a graduate of Mount St. Joseph Academy and St. Joseph College both in West Hartford, CT. She met her husband Joseph on the beach in … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Alice (Mehegan) Visgilio, Mother of John of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Guy G. Ortoleva, 100, Father of Tom of Old Lyme
Guy G. Ortoleva, 100, of Milford died peacefully surrounded by family on February 12, 2021 after a long illness. Guy lived a full and active life, had a wonderful sense of humor, and will be missed by many. Always a bit of a Renaissance man, Guy graduated from McLane Art Institute in New York City and went on to use his talents for both work and pleasure. His career spanned … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Guy G. Ortoleva, 100, Father of Tom of Old Lyme
Death of Patricia “Pat” Operhall McBeth of Old Lyme Announced. An ‘Extraordinary Life’
OLD LYME -- It is with great sadness we must let her family and friends know that Patricia "Pat" Operhall McBeth, who resided in Old Lyme, passed away Friday, Jan. 29, 2021. Pat passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. She struggled with complications from COVID-19, ... ... Pat is survived by her husband, Robert Blair McBeth Jr.; her two daughters, Sarah … [Read more...] about Death of Patricia “Pat” Operhall McBeth of Old Lyme Announced. An ‘Extraordinary Life’
Death Announced of Michael Anthony Tucchio of Lyme, ‘Sang with the Lyme Village Voices’
LYME -- Michael Anthony Tucchio, 84, of Lyme entered eternal life Feb. 8, 2021, at home in the comfort of his loving family. He was born July 7, 1936, in New London. He is survived by, his beloved wife Gretchen (Marsh-Standland) Tucchio. Mr. Tucchio retired from the Naval Underwater System Center ... ... His life was filled with a love for music, outdoors and his family. … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Michael Anthony Tucchio of Lyme, ‘Sang with the Lyme Village Voices’