Watch a tribute video to Julia at this link. EAST HADDAM -- Julia Kathleen Balfour, 42, of East Haddam, passed away on November 30th after a lengthy battle with cancer. A giant personality with an unforgettable laugh, everyone knew when she was in the room. A smile was her default expression, and she was up for anything, at any time. She never said no. Julia received her … [Read more...] about Obituary: Julia Kathleen Balfour, July 18, 1978 – Nov. 30, 2020
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Death of Julia Balfour Announced; Obituary Now Added
LYME -- Julia Balfour, who founded and led the integrated creative agency now located in East Haddam that bears her name, passed away Nov. 30, 2020. She ran the agency for many years from her home in Lyme. The sense of shock among the local community and throughout the extensive business world in which she worked is profound. Julia was a remarkable woman, whose very … [Read more...] about Death of Julia Balfour Announced; Obituary Now Added
Death of Constance Lucille Duperry Sapia Announced,
OLD LYME -- Connie, 93, was the youngest of 11 children born to Aime and Alma Cyr Duperry in Van Buren, Maine. French was her first language and her family moved to Hartford, CT when she was in high school. She graduated from Bulkeley High. She leaves her brother Edmond, 100; and is predeceased by her siblings: Sister Cecile and Sister Rose (Good Shepherd Sisters), Thomas, … [Read more...] about Death of Constance Lucille Duperry Sapia Announced,
Death Announced of Beverly P. Hendryx; Talented, Dedicated Educator in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
OLD LYME - A beloved mother, grandmother and teacher, Beverly P. Hendryx passed away Nov. 24, 2020. She was born Aug. 1, 1948. She is survived by her son Andrew B. Hendryx IV, daughter-in-law Virginia, and granddaughter Ophelia. Beverly graduated from the University of Connecticut and earned her master's degree in education from Central Connecticut State University where … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Beverly P. Hendryx; Talented, Dedicated Educator in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
Death of Donald W. OConnell Announced, Graduate of Old Lyme High School
Donald W. OConnell, 70, of Monroe Twp., Pa. passed away Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020, in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Twp., Pa. Born in Lyme, Conn., he was the son of Walter and Eleanor Smith OConnell. He was a graduate of Old Lyme High School and received his bachelor’s degree from Mitchell College of New London, Conn. For most of his life he resided in … [Read more...] about Death of Donald W. OConnell Announced, Graduate of Old Lyme High School
Death of Caroline “Carol” Marsh McCord Announced; Sister of Edward G., Jane & Elizabeth Marsh
OLD LYME -- Caroline "Carol" Marsh McCord, 82, of Port Washington, N.Y. and formerly of Old Lyme, died peacefully Nov. 2, 2020, at her home in Port Washington, N.Y. She was the eldest daughter of E. Lea Marsh Jr. of Old Lyme and Ann Letchworth of Springville, N.Y. ... ... Though she lived alone for the last sixteen years of her life, she kept up continual telephone … [Read more...] about Death of Caroline “Carol” Marsh McCord Announced; Sister of Edward G., Jane & Elizabeth Marsh
Death of Ronald Vidou Announced; Army Veteran, Lifelong Resident of Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- Ronald David Vidou, 77, widower of Bonnie J. Vidou of Old Lyme passed away Thursday, Nov. 5, at Yale New Haven Hospital with family by his side. Ronald was born Feb. 7, 1943, in Waterbury. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, assigned to the prestigious 2nd Battalion, 8th Infantry, nicknamed the "Fighting Eagles" and proudly served his country in Korea. During his … [Read more...] about Death of Ronald Vidou Announced; Army Veteran, Lifelong Resident of Old Lyme
Death of Peter Charles Bekaert of Old Lyme Announced
OLD LYME - Peter Charles Bekaert of White Sands Beach, Old Lyme, passed away peacefully at Middlesex Hospital Friday Nov. 6, 2020, due to complications from diabetes. He is survived by his mother Polly; sister Casey; and brother John. He is predeceased by his father Eugene Charles Bekaert ... Visit this link to read the full obituary published Nov. 9 in The Day. … [Read more...] about Death of Peter Charles Bekaert of Old Lyme Announced
Death of Frederick S. Osborne Announced, Former President of Lyme Academy
The death of Lyme Academy President Emeritus Frederick S. Osborne, who served as the Academy's second president from 2002 through 2007, has been announced. Mr. Osborne was responsible for ushering the Academy through to a fully accredited, independent fine arts college. He was devoted to the mission of the Academy and understood the contribution of illustration carrying the … [Read more...] about Death of Frederick S. Osborne Announced, Former President of Lyme Academy
Death of Guy Wiggins Announced; Grandfather John Carleton Wiggins Helped Found Art Colony in Old Lyme, Father Guy C. Wiggins was Famous American Impressionist
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Guy Wiggins, a third-generation painter, scholar and diplomat has died Oct. 28, 2020, at age 100. By Michael Astor Guy Wiggins, a third-generation painter who traveled the world as a soldier, scholar and diplomat before devoting himself to an art career that lasted nearly half a century, has died at 100. The cause was cancer. He was the son of a famous … [Read more...] about Death of Guy Wiggins Announced; Grandfather John Carleton Wiggins Helped Found Art Colony in Old Lyme, Father Guy C. Wiggins was Famous American Impressionist
Death of Bruce Chandler Announced, Guidance Counselor/Director for Over 37 Years at Lyme-Old Lyme HS
EAST LYME - Bruce Ian Chandler, 77, of East Lyme passed away Oct. 26, 2020, after a long battle with cancer and strokes. He was the beloved husband of Ellen (Zrenda) Chandler. He was born Dec. 28, 1942, to Henry Chandler Jr. and Elizabeth Chandler. He grew up and attended East Lyme schools, and graduated from New London High School, class of 1961 ... Bruce began his career … [Read more...] about Death of Bruce Chandler Announced, Guidance Counselor/Director for Over 37 Years at Lyme-Old Lyme HS
Death of Tyler Carnese of Old Lyme, 26, Announced; Son of Atty. Greg Carnese of Old Lyme and Atty. Dawn Hellier
OLD LYME, CT. -- With the deepest sorrow, we announce that our beloved son, brother, family member, friend and bright spirit, Tyler Paul Carnese died suddenly in the early morning hours of Sunday, October 18, 2020 while at Yale New Haven Hospital from an extremely aggressive and undiagnosed form of leukemia with family by his side. Tyler was born on March 22, 1994 in New … [Read more...] about Death of Tyler Carnese of Old Lyme, 26, Announced; Son of Atty. Greg Carnese of Old Lyme and Atty. Dawn Hellier
Death of Katharine “Katie” Chelsea Barrila, 27, Announced; Granddaughter of Bob and Barbara Doyen of Old Lyme
NEW LONDON -- Katharine "Katie" Chelsea Barrila, 27, of New London, died unexpectedly at her home Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2020. Born Nov. 22, 1992, in Norwich, she was the daughter of Mark Barrila of Niantic and Michele Quinn of East Lyme ... ... Katie is survived by her mother and her partner, Michele Quinn and Eric DeFronzo of East Lyme; father and stepmother Mark Barrila and … [Read more...] about Death of Katharine “Katie” Chelsea Barrila, 27, Announced; Granddaughter of Bob and Barbara Doyen of Old Lyme
Death of Peter F. Mletschnig of Old Lyme Announced; Owner/Operator of Shore & Country Real Estate for 50+ Years, Army Colonel
OLD LYME – Peter Frederick Mletschnig, 79, of Old Lyme passed away Oct. 4 at home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born May 20, 1941, in Springfield, Mass., son of the late Frederick and Dorothy Mletschnig. He was the beloved husband of Joyce (Prior) Mletschnig. Peter grew up at Hawk’s Nest Beach in Old Lyme. After graduating from … [Read more...] about Death of Peter F. Mletschnig of Old Lyme Announced; Owner/Operator of Shore & Country Real Estate for 50+ Years, Army Colonel
Death of David Boyd Ward Jr. Announced; Brother of Hunter Ward Sr., Penny Smyth, Both of Lyme
ESSEX -- David Boyd Ward Jr. of Essex, passed away at his home on Friday, September 4, 2020, the day after his 73rd birthday. David was born in Middletown, CT, on September 3, 1947, and was raised in Little Silver, NJ, through age 9, settling in Westbrook, CT, shortly after his father died in 1956 ... ... A dedicated student of Impressionism, stirred especially by the work … [Read more...] about Death of David Boyd Ward Jr. Announced; Brother of Hunter Ward Sr., Penny Smyth, Both of Lyme