All Obituaries

Jeffrey Banning Steck, age 64, of Milford, died on Monday, January 24, 2022.  Jeffrey was born in Bridgeport on May 25, 1957 to the late Roger and Ann Steckler Steck.  He was an avid Green Bay packer fan and always had a smile on his face.  He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.  Survivors include his sister, Deborah Duhancik and her husband David of Milford, niece and nephews: Joshua Duhancik of Orange and Jeremy Duhancik of Colorado and Megan Hurd and...

Nancy Jean Canfield Fugal, age 70, of Milford, beloved wife of 30 years to the late Jan Peter Fugal, MD, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 22, 2022.  Nancy was born in Bridgeport on March 16, 1951 to the late Raymond Gray and Winifred Edna Doyle Canfield. A graduate of Jonathan Law High School Class of 1969, Nancy spent her life embracing many joyous moments and enduring challenging times. Nancy’s greatest joys were her husband, children, and grandchildren. She enjoyed...

Dominick Carl Buccitti, Sr., age 81, of Milford beloved husband of the late Barbara (Urbanowicz) Buccitti entered peaceful rest on January 22, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Buccitti was born on November 2, 1940, in Bridgeport and was the son of the late Amato and Pasqualina (Santalucia) Buccitti. He worked in research and development for Remington Arms in Bridgeport for over 45 years before his retirement. Mr. Buccitti is survived by his devoted children, Christine M. Purpora...

Joseph L. Brady, age 96, of Milford, beloved husband of the late Mary Lynch Brady, died on Thursday, January 20, 2022, surrounded by his loving family.  Joseph was born in Derby on September 22, 1925.  He was a US Navy veteran and proudly served our country during WWII.  Joseph was also an inspector at Avco Lycoming for many years. Over the years Joseph enjoyed fishing at Osborndale State Park, playing pool at the Senior Center and also enjoyed woodworking. Joseph was a lover...

Patricia Anne Chasney, age 81, of Milford, beloved wife of the late Kneeland Chasney, entered peaceful rest on January 15, 2022, at Bridgeport Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Vincent and Verna (Santoro) Germinaro and was born on June 7, 1940, in Waterbury, CT. She lived most of her life in East Haven before moving to Milford to be closer to her daughter. Patricia started her career as a registered nurse at a high school in New Haven and went onto work at various nursing homes and...

Genevieve Lasse (Salito), age 92, entered peaceful rest on January 13, 2022, at Milford Health & Rehabilitation Center. She was the daughter of the late Peter and Mabel (Goff) Lasse and was born on November 16, 1929, in Milford. She was formerly of Old Point Road and was the owner of Cut & Curl Beauty Salon in Devon for many years. Genevieve is survived by her devoted son, Ralph Salito and his wife, Beth of Trumbull, four grandchildren, Matthew Salito (Meaghan), Hailey Salito,...

Doreen Ann Zahornacky, 77 of Derby, entered into eternal rest on January 12, 2022 at Griffin Hospital. Doreen was born in Bridgeport Ct. on July 18, 1944.  She was predeceased by her parents, Michael and Dorothy Zahornacky. A resident of Milford for many years, Doreen was a graduate of Jonathan Law High School. She was a long time hair stylist and owner of Deja Vu Hair Salon.  After graduating from Gateway Community College in 1996, she became a counselor for drug and alcohol...

Belvidera (Belle) E. Clark, age 90, of Torrington and formerly of Milford for many years, beloved wife of the late Charles H. Clark Sr. died on January 7, 2022.  Belvidera was born in Cheshire, CT on August 8, 1931 to the late Franklin and Esther (Alling) Banta. At age 6 the family moved to Milford. She went through grammar school and graduated from Milford High School in 1949. She married her beloved Charles on November 18, 1950. She had fraternal twin boys the following year...

Rose Marie Kempton, age 89, of Danbury and formerly of Milford for many years, beloved wife of the late George F. Kempton Sr., passed away on Friday, January 7, 2022. Rose was born in Milford on December 15, 1932 to the late Walter Rivers Sr. and Rose Lewis Rivers. She was a talented seamstress, enjoyed gardening and loved dancing with her husband George. Rose was an active parishioner of Saint Gabriel Church for many years. Survivors include her children: Clifford J. Kempton (Rhonda)...

Michael Angelo Martinez I, age 69, died at home on Wednesday, January 5, 2022.  Michael was born in Bronx, NY on August 18, 1952, to the late John Martinez and Elba Joubert.  Michael loved taking care of and flying his pigeons when he lived in New York.  He worked in maintenance for many years and will be missed by his family and friends.  Survivors include his daughter, Joanna Martinez-Nieves and her husband Carlos of Milford, former wife, Alicia Martinez of Bronx, NY...