OLD LYME — Anita Bugbee Welles, 92, a longtime resident of Old Lyme, passed away peacefully on the morning of Feb. 15, 2024, at Middlesex Hospital in Middletown after a brief illness. She was the beloved wife of John A. Welles Sr., who predeceased her in 2007. She was born in Old Lyme on March 4, 1931, the daughter of John C. Bugbee Sr. and Dorothy (Burke) Bugbee.She was the … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Anita Bugbee Welles, 92, Longtime Resident of Old Lyme
Obituaries
Death Announced of Martha Lord Kneen, 87, of Lyme
LYME—Martha Lord Kneen, 87, of Lyme, passed away Feb. 12, 2024, in Colchester. Martha was born at Hartford Hospital to Mildred Bright Lord and Moreland Lord March 2, 1936 ...She supported many local and distant organizations, including the Lyme Fire Company and Ambulance Association. She was very happy to win blue ribbons for her quilts and sock monkeys at the Hamburg Fair. For … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Martha Lord Kneen, 87, of Lyme
Death Announced of Lorraine Pappalardo, Mother of Frank of Old Lyme/Coventry
SOUTH WINDSOR—UPDATED 2/19 with full obituary. V. Lorraine Pappalardo, 94, of South Windsor, beloved wife for 60 years to the late Frank P. Pappalardo died peacefully on Monday, February 12, 2024, at St. Joseph Living Center in Windham. Lorraine was born in Hartford, CT, on June 12, 1929, daughter of the late Camillo and Francesca (Daluesa) Polce. She grew up in Hartford … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Lorraine Pappalardo, Mother of Frank of Old Lyme/Coventry
Death Announced of Norman Misheloff of Old Lyme, English Teacher Who Led Public School Newspaper to ‘Best in CT’
OLD LYME—Norman Misheloff was born Aug. 26, 1925, in New Haven. He died Jan. 11, 2024. Norman was the only child of Herman and Ada Misheloff and husband to the late Lillian Collins, ...In his senior year of high school, Norman answered the call to serve his country in World War II by joining the United States Army ...... he finished his education and worked as an English … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Norman Misheloff of Old Lyme, English Teacher Who Led Public School Newspaper to ‘Best in CT’
Death Announced of Gretchen Ann Braun Swinney, Mother of Sarah Walsh of Old Lyme
Gretchen Ann Braun Swinney, cherished friend, sister, wife, momma, and GiGi passed away peacefully on February 8, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. She was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven by her loving husband, John; her parents, ...; brothers ... and sister ... She is survived by her children, Paul and Kristi Swinney from Oklahoma City and their children,...; Mary Beth and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Gretchen Ann Braun Swinney, Mother of Sarah Walsh of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Theodore “Ted” Gordon of Old Lyme; Former Chief Engineer at NASA, Cofounder of ‘The Millennium Project’
OLD LYME—Theodore “Ted” Gordon of Old Lyme, Connecticut formerly from Glastonbury, Connecticut and Vero Beach, Florida, passed away in his home on January 30th. Ted was predeceased by the love of his life of over 65 years, Ann (Jason), who died in 2020. Ted was a role model and mentor to many and was adored by his four children: Katie Gordon (Sam Ventres) of Barrington, RI, Tom … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Theodore “Ted” Gordon of Old Lyme; Former Chief Engineer at NASA, Cofounder of ‘The Millennium Project’
Death Announced of William ‘Bill’ Lacy, 73, of Old Lyme
OLD LYME — William ‘Bill’ Lacy, 73, of Old Lyme CT, entered eternal peace on Sunday, February 4th, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer ... Bill was born on June 8th, 1950, to Mary and William Lacy in East Windsor Hill CT ...In 1981, Bill and Debbie met and were married in 1987 at “The Old Cottage.” ... Bill was an active and proud member at the Christ the King Church, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of William ‘Bill’ Lacy, 73, of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Jennifer K. Eio, 77, of Old Lyme; Wife of Peter, Florence Griswold Museum Volunteer, Hartt School of Music Longtime Board Member
OLD LYME -- Jennifer K. Eio, 77, of Old Lyme, CT, beloved wife and mother passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 28th, 2024, after a long illness.Jennifer is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Peter Eio, and their three children, Tim Eio and his wife Rachel Eio, Christian Eio and his wife Samantha Eio, and Sarah Eio Smithson and her husband Jeffrey. As … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Jennifer K. Eio, 77, of Old Lyme; Wife of Peter, Florence Griswold Museum Volunteer, Hartt School of Music Longtime Board Member
Death Announced of David Warner Thompson, 93, 30-Year Resident of Old Lyme in ’90s, Father of Rebecca Crosby of OL
NORWICH, CT/OLD LYME — David Warner Thompson, 93, died peacefully at Backus Hospital in Norwich on January 16, 2024, with his beloved wife of 70 years by his side. He was born at home on March 15, 1930, in the Big Pond area of Bradford County, PA. In 1950 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean War on the U.S.S. Sperry Sub-Tender stationed at the San Diego … [Read more...] about Death Announced of David Warner Thompson, 93, 30-Year Resident of Old Lyme in ’90s, Father of Rebecca Crosby of OL
Death Announced of Norman Misheloff, 99, of Old Lyme; Served in US Army as Radio-Operator/Gunner on B24 Bomber in WWII
OLD LYME — Norman Misheloff was born Aug. 26, 1925, in New Haven. He died Jan. 11, 2024. Norman was the only child of Herman and Ada Misheloff and husband to the late Lillian Collins, whom he was married to for many years.In his senior year of high school, Norman answered the call to serve his country in World War II by joining the United States Army. There, he flew as a … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Norman Misheloff, 99, of Old Lyme; Served in US Army as Radio-Operator/Gunner on B24 Bomber in WWII
Death Announced of James Anthony Kerwin II, 33, Member of Lyme-Old Lyme HS Class of 2009
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our son, brother, uncle, and friend James Anthony Kerwin II, who left us too soon at the age of 33 on Friday, January 5, 2024. James was born on June 6, 1990 in Hartford, Connecticut to Dennis and Karen Kerwin. He graduated from Lyme-Old-Lyme High School in 2009 ... ... He also enjoyed spending time with family and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of James Anthony Kerwin II, 33, Member of Lyme-Old Lyme HS Class of 2009
Death announced of Gretchen M. Stanland, Mother of David of Old Lyme
UPDATED 1/17 with full obituary: Gretchen M. Stanland met the Lord on Saturday, January 13th. She was born August 4, 1938, in New Britain, the daughter of Helen and Clement Marsh. Gretchen grew up and stayed in New Britain, graduating from New Britain high-school in 1956 along with her predeceased husband, Andrew Stanland. In Boston, she gained her Bachelor of Arts from … [Read more...] about Death announced of Gretchen M. Stanland, Mother of David of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Morgan Stiles Ely, 88, of Lyme, CT; Father of Elizabeth Ely Sunshine of Lyme
LYME, CT—1/11 UPDATED with full obituary and photo: Morgan Stiles Ely, 88, of Lyme, passed away of natural causes Dec. 31, 2023, while surrounded by his family and loved ones. Morgan was born Aug. 25, 1935, to Ernest Stiles Ely and Dorothy Winship of New London. He grew up in Southeastern Connecticut, graduating from Admiral Billard Academy in 1953. Morgan accomplished his … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Morgan Stiles Ely, 88, of Lyme, CT; Father of Elizabeth Ely Sunshine of Lyme
Death Announced of Robert Christian Frost of Old Lyme
OLD LYME—With much sadness we announce the passing of Robert Christian Frost, born May 9, 1940, to Marius and Ruth Frost of West Hartford ...Robert married his beloved wife, Mary Gay Frost, Dec. 19, 1973, and they were blessed to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary this December.With marriage they brought together their beautiful children: Robert Frost Jr., Lisa Taute, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Robert Christian Frost of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Alberta Martino, Formerly of Old Lyme
Alberta Martino passed away peacefully on Christmas morning with her daughters by her side. Alberta was born and raised in New Britain, CT to Albert and Anna Geringhelli. She grew up vacationing at Crescent Beach in Niantic, so when her husband's job took the family to Old Lyme she couldn't have been happier. She loved the water, being at the beach and thought the town … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Alberta Martino, Formerly of Old Lyme