OLD LYME - Gerald "Jerry" Walter O'Dell, 73, of Old Lyme, passed away April 1, 2021, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He is survived by a big and loving family, including his wife of nearly 52 wonderful years, Dawn (Rochette) O'Dell of Old Lyme; his three children and their loving spouses, Brian and Jessica O'Dell of Old Saybrook, David and Kristen (O'Dell) Arseneau … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Gerald “Jerry” Walter O’Dell of Old Lyme, ‘Exceptional Engineer, Inventor … Problem Solver,
Obituaries
Death Announced of Luigi “Gino” Giansiracusa of Hartford, Old Lyme; Owner/Operator of Luigi’s Restaurant, Loved Spending Summers at Miami Beach in OL
HARTFORD & OLD LYME -- Luigi "Gino" Giansiracusa, 85, of Hartford and Old Lyme, beloved husband of 60 years of Ines (Santilli) Giansiracusa, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 1, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 31, 1936 in Sortino, Province of Siracusa, Sicily, son of the late Sofio and Lucia (Corsello) Giansiracusa, he had been a … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Luigi “Gino” Giansiracusa of Hartford, Old Lyme; Owner/Operator of Luigi’s Restaurant, Loved Spending Summers at Miami Beach in OL
Death Announced of Robert C. Coleman, Jr., Father of Marisa Hartmann of Old Lyme
PARKVILLE, MD. -- A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated later in 2021 for Robert C. Coleman, Jr., a resident of Oak Crest Village, who died on April 1, 2021. Born in Indiana, PA he would add, "Jimmy Stewart's hometown," as he would introduce himself. Following graduation from the State Teachers College, Indiana, PA, now Indiana University of PA, he enlisted in the Navy … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Robert C. Coleman, Jr., Father of Marisa Hartmann of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Rachel Wertheimer, 51, of Old Lyme; Daughter of Sheila, Also of OL
OLD LYME -- Friday, March 12, 2021, Rachel Wertheimer, beloved daughter, sister, and aunt, passed away at the age of 51. Rachel was born Nov. 21, 1969, in Atlanta, Ga., and moved to Waterford in 1971. She graduated from Waterford High in 1988, and remained a lifelong resident of Southeastern Connecticut ... ... In recent years she rescued multiple black labs, including her … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Rachel Wertheimer, 51, of Old Lyme; Daughter of Sheila, Also of OL
Death Announced of Bruce Bennett Smith of Old Lyme, Raised Family in OL with Wife Deborah Over Past 36 Years
OLD LYME -- Bruce Bennett Smith departed this live in the early hours of Monday, March 22, 2021. A loving husband, brother, father, and grandfather, Bruce is survived and celebrated by his sister Sandy; his wife Deborah; and his children, Cathy, Jennifer, Richard, and Lynn; and grandchildren, Devon, Kenneth, Gabrielle, Evelyn, Vera, and Bennett. Born in Kentucky, Oct. 6, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Bruce Bennett Smith of Old Lyme, Raised Family in OL with Wife Deborah Over Past 36 Years
Death Announced of George Moore, Lyme Land Trust Director Emeritus
LYME -- The death of Lyme Land Trust Director Emeritus George Moore has been announced by Lyme Land Trust Executive Director Kristina White. In an email sent March 25 to Lyme Land Trust members and friends, White states with "deep regret" that Mr. Moore, "... passed away recently." She notes, "He leaves behind his wife, Rosemary, two sons, John and Chris, daughter Joanna … [Read more...] about Death Announced of George Moore, Lyme Land Trust Director Emeritus
Death of John C. Brown Announced; Earl Peters of Old Lyme was his Guardian, Friend
NEW LONDON -- John C. Brown was born Aug. 17, 1949, and passed from this earth March 11, 2021; he was 71 years of age. John leaves behind his Seacorp/The Arc Eastern Connecticut Family; his guardian and friend Earl Peters of Old Lyme; and a rich assortment of people whose lives were touch by him and his amazing spirit. John will be remembered for his strength, compassion, … [Read more...] about Death of John C. Brown Announced; Earl Peters of Old Lyme was his Guardian, Friend
Death of Joseph S. Migatz of Old Lyme Announced, ‘a Family Man of Faith’
OLD LYME -- Joseph S. Migatz, 85, of Old Lyme, CT. beloved husband of Jean Lois (Otfinowski) Migatz, passed away at home Sunday March 14, surrounded by his wife, son and daughter ... ... He was a 55 year member of the Point O' Woods Beach community in Old Lyme ... ... He is survived by his beloved wife Jean and cherished children: Michael Joseph Migatz of Old Lyme, Carol … [Read more...] about Death of Joseph S. Migatz of Old Lyme Announced, ‘a Family Man of Faith’
Death Announced of Donald S. Bugbee Sr. of Old Lyme; Father of Don, OL Parks & Rec. Director, LOLHS Girls’ Basketball Coach
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
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