STONINGTON, CT—Stephen Owen Monson, 76, of Stonington, CT passed away on December 11, 2024, after a yearlong battle with brain cancer. He is survived by his daughter Kimberly Monson, granddaughters Elisabeth Monson Viera and Renee Monson Viera, son in law Michael Viera, honorary son and apprentice Chris O’Grady, his two sisters, Julia Launer and Dale Naehr, nephews, Joe and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Stephen Owen Monson, Father of Kimberly Monson of Lyme
Obituaries
Death Announced of Fran Lo of Old Lyme; Wife of Julian, Mother of Emma, Phoebe
OLD LYME—Fran (Belknap) Lo, 73, left us Dec. 23, 2024. She leaves her husband of 40 years, Julian; children Emma (with husband Rahul and their daughter Ezme), and Phoebe; brother David (with wife Sara); and sisters-in-law, Eve and Joan. Fran was a proud and loving stay-at-home mom when her children were young, and an English and Social Studies teacher at St. Bernard School … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Fran Lo of Old Lyme; Wife of Julian, Mother of Emma, Phoebe
Death Announced of James M. Fox of Old Lyme, Husband of Kathleen: Service Held Monday in Old Saybrook
OLD LYME—James M. Fox, 72, husband of Kathleen (Fallon) Fox, of Old Lyme, passed away Saturday December 21, 2024, peacefully at home. He was one of ten children born in Hartford on May 11, 1952, son of the late Thomas A. and Loretta (Fagan) Fox. Jim recently retired after working many years in the HVAC industry. His favorite place was White Sands Beach in Old Lyme where he … [Read more...] about Death Announced of James M. Fox of Old Lyme, Husband of Kathleen: Service Held Monday in Old Saybrook
Death Announced of Hildegarde Kate Hannum of Old Lyme, Mother of Lisa Holmes of Hadlyme
OLD LYME—Hildegarde Kate Hannum, née Drexl, died peacefully at home on Christmas Eve. Born in 1931 in Springfield, Massachusetts, she was the only child of Karl and Kate Vogeler Drexl, both born in Germany. She graduated from Classical High School in Springfield in 1949 and graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Connecticut College in 1953, and then spent a year at the University of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Hildegarde Kate Hannum of Old Lyme, Mother of Lisa Holmes of Hadlyme
Death of Gail Barber Announced; Cherished her Old Lyme Roots, Graduate of OLHS in Class of 29 Students
OLD SAYBROOK—Gail M. Barber, 85, of Old Saybrook, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 11th, at Ocean Meadows Memory Care in Clinton. Born in New London to John J. Molloy and Teresa Hausmann Molloy, Gail cherished her roots in Old Lyme, where she graduated from high school in a class of just 29 students. Gail spent most of her working life at R. R. Donnelley in Old … [Read more...] about Death of Gail Barber Announced; Cherished her Old Lyme Roots, Graduate of OLHS in Class of 29 Students
Death Announced of Judith “Judy” W. Simmons, 93; Active, Longtime Member of First Congregational Church of Old Lyme; Celebration of Life to be Held Jan. 11, 2025
ESSEX—Judith "Judy" W. Simmons, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to many passed away at the age of 93 years, Sept. 15, 2024, after a short illness. She was born in Brockton, Mass., April 12, 1931, to Raymond and Morna Gertrude White, where she resided throughout her entire childhood. Judy graduated from Brockton High School and Boston … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Judith “Judy” W. Simmons, 93; Active, Longtime Member of First Congregational Church of Old Lyme; Celebration of Life to be Held Jan. 11, 2025
Death Announced of Armand Romeo of Old Lyme, Father of Alex Romeo of OL
OLD LYME — On Dec. 7, 2024, Armand Romeo died at his home in Old Lyme. A mass will be held at 11 a.m. Dec. 14, at Christ the King Church in Old Lyme … Armand Anthony Romeo was born in New Britain to Armando and Maria Romeo Nov. 11, 1934. When he moved to Old Lyme in seventh grade he met the love of his life, Barbara Mather. They were married in 1952 and lived in Old Lyme for … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Armand Romeo of Old Lyme, Father of Alex Romeo of OL
Death Announced of Ronald John Procko, Father of Nicholas Procko of Old Lyme
NEW BRITAIN/OLD LYME—It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the untimely passing of Ronald John Procko, aged 67, of New Britain, Connecticut, who left us on November 14, 2024. ... Born on October 20, 1957, Ron was a devoted father who cherished time spent with family ... Ron is survived by his son, Nicholas Procko and his wife Keri and their children … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Ronald John Procko, Father of Nicholas Procko of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Thomas David Lyons of Old Lyme, Husband of Maureen Hanley
OLD LYME—Thomas David Lyons, of Old Lyme, passed away Nov. 8, 2024. He was born March 3, 1945, in New London, son of the late James and Mary Lyons. Thomas graduated from Saint Bernard High School in 1963, and then enlisted in the United States Marine Corps ... On July 11, 1970, he married Maureen Hanley, who survives him ... In addition to his wife, Thomas is survived … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Thomas David Lyons of Old Lyme, Husband of Maureen Hanley
Death Announced of Robert C. Florin Jr., 63, of Old Lyme, Husband of ‘The Day’ Journalist Karen Florin
OLD LYME—Robert C. Florin Jr., 63, of Old Lyme, died Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024, following a brief illness. Bob was a one-of-a-kind man, passionate about the people and pastimes he loved, mechanically gifted, generous with his time and a lifelong learner and teacher. As a young man, he enjoyed fishing, skiing, camping and attending concerts. During their 33-year marriage, he … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Robert C. Florin Jr., 63, of Old Lyme, Husband of ‘The Day’ Journalist Karen Florin
Death Announced of Lillian I Spais of Old Lyme, Mother of Rebecca Pote of OL
OLD LYME—Lillian I. Spais died on September 20, 2024, at the age of ninety-two. A daughter of Canada’s western plains, Lillian grew up learning the hard lessons of the Depression. Among those lessons were the values of family, self-reliance, adaptability, and community. Throughout all the many challenges in her life, these were the basics that sustained her. Having trained … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Lillian I Spais of Old Lyme, Mother of Rebecca Pote of OL
Death Announced of Donna Lou Wood Byrne; Raised Two Daughters in Old Lyme, PE Teacher in Old Saybrook for 39 Years; Service in OL, Saturday
EAST LYME - Donna Lou Wood Byrne, beloved sister, wife, grandmother, aunt, niece, friend, teacher, colleague and all-around wonderful person, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, October 26. She leaves her family and wide circle of friends shocked and grieving at her sudden departure from this life. ... She taught physical education to generations of students in Old Saybrook … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Donna Lou Wood Byrne; Raised Two Daughters in Old Lyme, PE Teacher in Old Saybrook for 39 Years; Service in OL, Saturday
Death Announced of Natalie Garland of Needham, Mass., Mother of Peter Garland of Old Lyme
Natalie (Smith) Garland of North Hill, Needham, Mass. passed away October 21, 2024. Age 93. Formerly of Wellesley ... Devoted mother of Edward R. "Ted" Garland of Natick and fiancée Elizabeth McElroy; Peter T. Garland and wife Melissa of Old Lyme, CT; and Dwight W. Garland and wife Suzanne of Wellesley. Grandmother to Matthew, Katherine, Sally, Shannon, Roger, Madison, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Natalie Garland of Needham, Mass., Mother of Peter Garland of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Roberta “Bobbie” Elizabeth Kenyon of Lyme; Accomplished Artist, Lover of All Animals
LYME—On October 2, 2024, the birds, squirrels, possums, and other creatures bowed their heads in sorrow as Roberta "Bobbie" Elizabeth Kenyon, the partner and best friend of Ron Denman for over 40 years, passed away peacefully at her home in Lyme, CT. Bobbie was born on Thursday, August 7, 1952, in Amityville, Long Island, NY, to Phoebe Ruth Dartnall Kenyon and David … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Roberta “Bobbie” Elizabeth Kenyon of Lyme; Accomplished Artist, Lover of All Animals
Death of Robert A. Whitcomb of Old Lyme Announced; Faithful Member of Christ The King, Founding Member of LOL Lions
OLD LYME—Robert A. Whitcomb, 92 of Old Lyme passed away peacefully with his beloved wife and daughters by his side on Monday, October 14, 2024. He was born August 22, 1932 in New London, Connecticut ... They married in 1967 and moved to Old Lyme where they raised their two loving daughters, Kimberly A. Whitcomb of Old Saybrook, CT and Jean-Marie Harvey (Mickey) of Old … [Read more...] about Death of Robert A. Whitcomb of Old Lyme Announced; Faithful Member of Christ The King, Founding Member of LOL Lions