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Obituaries

Death of Keith McCarthy, 62, Announced; a “Dedicated Coach and Teacher”

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OLD LYME - Keith Edward McCarthy died Saturday, June 13, 2020, at Yale New Haven Hospital after a brief illness. Only 62, he went way too soon. He leaves his sons, Dillon, 26, Gavin, 24; his daughter Kylie, 21; as well as the mother of his children, Hilary Reid, to whom he was married for 26 years. He also leaves his sisters, Kimberly Corzine, of Colorado and Susan Reilly, … [Read more...] about Death of Keith McCarthy, 62, Announced; a “Dedicated Coach and Teacher”

Death Announced of John W. Maranda, 62; Raised in Old Lyme, he was a, “Rock Star in the Kitchen”

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NIANTIC --  John W. Maranda, 62, of Niantic, husband of Susan (Malinosky) Maranda, passed away June 10, 2020. They shared 34 years of marriage together. He was born in Key West, Fla. to Helen and Francis Maranda in 1957. The family moved to Old Lyme where he was raised. John was a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y. and was a trained chef. He … [Read more...] about Death Announced of John W. Maranda, 62; Raised in Old Lyme, he was a, “Rock Star in the Kitchen”

Death of Robert “Bobby” Leonard Machol, 31, of Old Lyme Announced

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"Bobby” Machol, 31, succumbed to his demons on June 10th, 2020. He was born October 12th, 1988 to Lenny Machol and Mary Liz Florin, and was named after every male figure in his family. Bobby was born with a curious mind, that stuck with him his whole life. Always had a thirst for an intellectual conversation, and to learn something new. He loved anything outdoors;  hiking, … [Read more...] about Death of Robert “Bobby” Leonard Machol, 31, of Old Lyme Announced

Death of Janice Teresa (Wadleigh) Sartain Announced, Long Time Resident of Old Lyme

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PALM BAY, FLA. -- Janice Teresa (Wadleigh) Sartain, 75, of Palm Bay, Fla. passed away unexpectedly June 10, 2020, at Palm Bay Hospital. Janice was born and raised in New London. She and her husband resided at Rogers Lake in Old Lyme for many years. Janice graduated from ... Visit this link to the full obituary published June 14 on TheDay.com. … [Read more...] about Death of Janice Teresa (Wadleigh) Sartain Announced, Long Time Resident of Old Lyme

Death Announced of Mary Lucille Kennedy, Cousin of Luanne Rice of Old Lyme

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Mary Lucille Kennedy Mary Lucille Kennedy passed away June 3rd in Palm Bay, FL, just twenty-five days before what would have been her ninety-seventh birthday. Lucille, as she was known, was born June 28, 1923 in Providence, RI, to Matthew and Margaret Kennedy. When she was four, her birth mother died of tuberculosis. Two years later, her father remarried, and Florence … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Mary Lucille Kennedy, Cousin of Luanne Rice of Old Lyme

Death of James Stewart McInerney III Announced, Son of Eileen McInerney of Old Lyme

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James Stewart McInerney III, age 56, died peacefully in Norwalk Hospital on Thursday, June 4, 2020. Jim was born in the Bronx, New York, on June 26, 1963 and has been a proud and longtime resident of Norwalk, CT with never any intentions of leaving. While Jim loved his life in Norwalk, he also enjoyed the peacefulness of sitting at Roger's Lake in Old Lyme, CT along with his … [Read more...] about Death of James Stewart McInerney III Announced, Son of Eileen McInerney of Old Lyme

Death of Peng Patana of Old Lyme, Formerly of Laos, Announced

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OLD LYME - Peng Patana, 79, passed away May 15, 2020. He was born Dec. 3, 1940, in Luang Prabang, Laos and emigrated with his family to the USA in 1980. He is survived by his beloved wife, Bouasy; and his sons, Vong (daughter-in-law Touny), Vahn, Soukahn, Kampahn, and Sichanh. He was predeceased by  his youngest son, Santy, in 2018. He is also survived by five grandchildren, … [Read more...] about Death of Peng Patana of Old Lyme, Formerly of Laos, Announced

Death of John L. Peeler of Old Lyme Announced, Former Member of OLFD

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OLD LYME -- John L. Peeler, 73, of Old Lyme passed away Thursday, May 21, 2020, at Yale New Haven Hospital. John was born Nov. 28, 1946, in Chicago, Ill. to James L. and Mary Ellen Peeler. He was raised in Hammond, Ind. and honorably served in the U.S. Navy. John married Rosann Stragand July 8, 1967, in Old Lyme. ... Visit this link to read the full obituary published … [Read more...] about Death of John L. Peeler of Old Lyme Announced, Former Member of OLFD

Death of Helen Tappan Hine of Old Lyme Announced

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OLD LYME - Helen Tappan Hine, 99, of Old Lyme, passed away from COVID-19 Thursday, May 21, 2020, at Bride Brook Health & Rehabilitation Center, Niantic. Helen was born Feb. 24, 1921, in Baltimore, Md. to Benjamin and Elise (Gail) Tappan. She graduated from Oberlin College in 1943, with a Bachelor of Arts in fine art, and earned her RN from Johns Hopkins School of Nursing in … [Read more...] about Death of Helen Tappan Hine of Old Lyme Announced

Death of Jacqueline (Jackie) Marie Opeka Announced, Long-time Old Lyme Resident

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Jacqueline (Jackie) Marie Opeka, 76, of 1 Bittersweet Lane in Niantic, CT passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 23, 2020 at L&M Hospital in New London, CT. Born on May 25, 1943 in New Britain, CT, she was the youngest daughter of the late Umbert and Sadie (Gostin) Fiorillo. A long-time resident of Old Lyme, CT, Jackie was an active member of the community and passionate … [Read more...] about Death of Jacqueline (Jackie) Marie Opeka Announced, Long-time Old Lyme Resident

Death of Christopher Duval Announced

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On Saturday, May 23, 2020, Christopher Duval passed away peacefully at the age of 67. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Constance McCabe, as well as his parents, Irma and Harry Duval of Old Lyme, his brothers Matthew and Mark, his sister Susan, and his nephews and niece, Michael, Gregory, and Sarah. Chris was born in 1953 in New Hampshire, and spent most of his life in … [Read more...] about Death of Christopher Duval Announced

Death of Quentin Dale Plumleigh of Old Lyme Announced

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OLD LYME -- Quentin Dale Plumleigh, pilot, United States veteran retiree and beloved family man left this earth for a better place in early May. He was known as Dale to his family and friends, and all knew him as congenial, smiling and open to everyone, especially those who were drawn to his personal experiences as a pilot for over seven decades. He began his aviation career … [Read more...] about Death of Quentin Dale Plumleigh of Old Lyme Announced

Death of Gerald L. “Jerry” Nolan Announced

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OLD LYME -- It is with great sadness that the family of Gerald L. "Jerry" Nolan announces his passing Thursday, May 7, 2020, at the age of 82. He was a longtime resident of Old Lyme. Jerry was the seventh child born to the late William Henry and Harriet (Slaney) Nolan in Hartford. His parents and siblings held a very special place in his heart. William, Robert, Thomas, Lois, … [Read more...] about Death of Gerald L. “Jerry” Nolan Announced

Death of Anna Lukacs of Old Lyme Announced

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OLD LYME -- Anna Lukacs, age 95, of Old Lyme, formerly of Trumbull, and beloved wife of the late Emil Lukacs, passed away on May 12, 2020 at Bride Brook Health Center, Niantic. Born in Czechoslovakia in 1924 to the late George and Susan (Polascik) Angelovich, Anna made the passage at the age of 14 to Bridgeport, where her family settled. She fully embraced her new country as … [Read more...] about Death of Anna Lukacs of Old Lyme Announced