OLD LYME — Sandra Joncus, a reference librarian in Waterford for decades and a resident of Old Lyme for over half a century, passed away at the age of 90, in the early hours of July 16, 2024, at Greentree Manor in Waterford. She is survived by her three children and their spouses, Stephen and Rose (Cleavenger) Joncus, Leslie and Nural Akchurin and Andrew and Berta (Tucker) … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Sandra Joncus of Old Lyme, Memorial Service Held at South Lyme Chapel
Obituaries
Death Announced of Thomas “Tom” Grasselli Fowler of Old Lyme, Husband of Elizabeth Traynor Fowler
OLD LYME—Thomas "Tom" Grasselli Fowler was born on April 25, 1958, in Houston, Texas. He died peacefully on July 22, 2024 at his home in Old Lyme, Connecticut with his beloved wife Liz and daughter Mary at his side. ... Tom led the charge to move back to New York and Connecticut in 2018 after two decades in Shaker Heights, Ohio. He delighted in his deep and long-lasting … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Thomas “Tom” Grasselli Fowler of Old Lyme, Husband of Elizabeth Traynor Fowler
Death Announced of Roxanne Teguis Pappas, Mother of Althea Caulkins of Old Lyme
DANIELSON, CONN. – Roxanne Teguis Pappas, 92, a longtime resident of Killingly, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Friday morning, July 12, 2024, at Westview Health Care Center. She was the loving wife of the late George Peter Pappas, and the daughter of the late Nick Peter and Irene (Karapanos) Teguis. Roxanne was born in the former Yugoslavia and came … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Roxanne Teguis Pappas, Mother of Althea Caulkins of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Paul H. Holt of Old Lyme, Longtime Trustee of Florence Griswold Museum
OLD LYME — Paul Francis Hugo Holt died at his home in Old Lyme, CT, on June 18th at age 78. He was the only son of Henry and Clara Holt (née Purslow), born in London, UK in 1946. He is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Linda; daughters Nicki Brown (George) and Melissa Rowles (Terry), and son Andrew Holt (Mary Grace); and grandchildren Chelsey, Benji, Lily and Hugo … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Paul H. Holt of Old Lyme, Longtime Trustee of Florence Griswold Museum
Death Announced of Daniel E. Lynch, Former ‘Mayor’ of Old Lyme Shores
Daniel E. Lynch, formerly of West Hartford and Old Lyme, and loving husband of Alice (Walsh) Lynch for 69 years, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2024. Dan was born in Hartford, Connecticut on July 7, 1933, the youngest of three sons to Margaret (Shea) and William Lynch. He was educated locally and attended Providence College ... ... Later years were spent at Old Lyme … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Daniel E. Lynch, Former ‘Mayor’ of Old Lyme Shores
Death Announced of Cameron John Rogerson; Raised in Old Lyme, Services at Saint Ann’s, Aug. 3
MADISON, CT—Cameron John Rogerson passed away June 13, 2024, one month following his 64th birthday. He and his wife had the good fortune to go on vacation and celebrate his birthday in May before his battle with cancer returned to take his life. Cameron was born May 13, 1960, in Torrington, to Patricia and Thomas Walker Rogerson. Cameron was the middle son of three boys, and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Cameron John Rogerson; Raised in Old Lyme, Services at Saint Ann’s, Aug. 3
Death Announced of Gloria Alexander Burdick, Mother of Paul Burdick of Old Lyme
Gloria Alexander Burdick—born October 11th, 1935, passed May 27th 2024 Born to Mr. & Mrs. Richard Alexander lived in East Haddam CT and eventually moved to Deep River CT. Preceded in death by five sisters and one brother, Betty, Grace, Richard Jr., Roberta, Mary and Paulette, as well as her ex-husband, Alfred "Jim" Burdick and her son Michael. Gloria was survived … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Gloria Alexander Burdick, Mother of Paul Burdick of Old Lyme
Death Announced of David Warden Holahan, 74; Co-Founder of ‘The Old Lyme Gazette’
EAST HADDAM—It is with great sadness that we learned of the death of David Warden Holahan, 74, of East Haddam, CT, who died June 11, 2024 after a battle with cancer. His obituary sums him up as, "a seasoned writer, commentator and reporter." He was also a kind and generous man, and a passionate believer in the importance of community journalism. I met him for lunch once … [Read more...] about Death Announced of David Warden Holahan, 74; Co-Founder of ‘The Old Lyme Gazette’
Death Announced of Anne Scheel of Lyme, Wife of Robert, Mother of Kirk and Craig—All of Lyme
LYME, CT-—Devoted Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Daughter, Sibling and Friend. Anne (Cushing) Scheel, a remarkable woman with an unforgettable smile, passed away surrounded by her loving family May 23, 2024, at the age of 63. Anne was born March 28, 1961, in Salem, Mass., to James and Phyllis Cushing and grew up in Waterford ... Anne was predeceased by her father, James Cushing, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Anne Scheel of Lyme, Wife of Robert, Mother of Kirk and Craig—All of Lyme
Death Announced of Michele D. Dunaj, 69, of Old Lyme; Wife of Richard Bacci
OLD LYME—Michele D. Dunaj, 69, of Old Lyme, died Sunday, May 19, 2024. She was born in Norwich, May 31, 1954, the daughter of the late Michael N. Dunaj and Mary (Geno) Morrow ... She is survived by her loving husband of 33 years Richard Bacci; son Michael Bacci; siblings, Michael Dunaj (Glenn Blonshine), Mark Dunaj, Sharla Sklener (Elizabeth Cardoso), Charles Sklener Jr. and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Michele D. Dunaj, 69, of Old Lyme; Wife of Richard Bacci
Death Announced of Jac Venza of Lyme; Son of a Shoemaker, ‘Brilliant Visionary,’ Who ‘Gave the World “Great Performances”’
Jac Venza, a shoemaker’s son who almost single-handedly delivered to the proverbial “vast wasteland” that was American television in the 1960s and ’70s an oasis of cultural programming, including “Great Performances” and “Live From Lincoln Center,” died on Tuesday at his home in Lyme, Conn. He was 97. His death was confirmed by his spouse, Daniel D. Routhier. Visit this … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Jac Venza of Lyme; Son of a Shoemaker, ‘Brilliant Visionary,’ Who ‘Gave the World “Great Performances”’
Death Announced of Richard J. Leary, 92; Father of Martha Quaratella of Old Lyme
Richard J. Leary, 92, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2024 surrounded by family. He was the beloved husband of the late Winifred M. Leary. He was born on November 12, 1931. He and his sister Judith were raised by a single Mom, Elizabeth (Deegan) Leary, in Waterbury, CT. They lived in a large and loving multigenerational household with his grandmother “Muzzy” and many aunts … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Richard J. Leary, 92; Father of Martha Quaratella of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Thomas Patrick Smith, 59, of Old Lyme; Graduated 1982 from OL High School
OLD LYME—Thomas Patrick Smith, 59, of Old Lyme passed away May 6, 2024. Born in New London Sept. 8, 1964, to Lynn and Charles Smith, Tom lived a life filled with diverse interests and a kind, gentle spirit. ... After graduating from Old Lyme High School in 1982, he followed his passion for graphic design ... In 1985, he welcomed his son, Patrick ... While in Boston he was … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Thomas Patrick Smith, 59, of Old Lyme; Graduated 1982 from OL High School
Death Announced of Richard Hopkins Miller Jr., 62, Brother of Cynthia Miller Aird of Old Lyme
Richard Hopkins Miller, Jr. A magnetic leader in the U.S. property industry and beloved family man, dies at age 62 HINGHAM, MA—Richard Hopkins Miller Jr. of Hingham, MA, a man admired for his unwavering spirit, dedication to family and professional success, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2024, at the age of sixty-two. He fought a short but valiant battle with kidney … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Richard Hopkins Miller Jr., 62, Brother of Cynthia Miller Aird of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Mary Janet Davis, 81, of Old Lyme
OLD LYME—Mary Janet Davis, 81, of Old Lyme, died Saturday, April 20, 2024, with her family by her side.Mrs. Davis was born Aug. 9, 1942, in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, the daughter of Frederick and Antoinette McPhee ...Mrs. Davis is survived by her loving husband Roger; son Butch Gorman and his wife Lori; daughters, Wendy and Tammy Gorman, Sandy Percak, Kristin Davis with partner … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Mary Janet Davis, 81, of Old Lyme