All Obituaries

Dorothy Clair Avery, age 95, of Milford, beloved wife of the late George Avery Sr., died on Monday, August 15, 2022.  A Full obituary will be posted shortly.

Wayne H. Carson, age 93, of Milford, beloved husband of the late Lena (Alves) Carson entered eternal rest on August 7, 2022.  Born on June 17, 1929, in Bridgeport, CT, he was the son of the late Frederick Jason Carson and Mary Jane (Barrett) Carson.  During WW II, he proudly served with the U.S. Navy.  Later, he joined the U.S. Army serving in the 33rd Infantry, Heavy Mortar Division both during and after the Korean Conflict.  After leaving military service, Mr. Carson...

Susan L. Lombardo, age 74, lifelong resident of Milford, left this world on August 4, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was born on April 16, 1948, in Brooklyn, NY and was the daughter of the late George and Kathryn (McDermott) Banet. Susan was an administrative assistant for IBM, Family Services, and Bayer where she met some of her closest friends before her retirement.  She is survived by her beloved best friend and companion, the loving, charming and handsome, Thomas Girdzis and...

Nelson Roger Hicks, age 81, of Milford, beloved husband of 51 years to Donnarae Reilly Hicks, died on July 29, 2022 after a long illness.  Nelson was born in Elmira, NY on March 27, 1941 to the late Charles and Vera Diebler Hicks.  He was the owner of NRH Engineering for many years and was an Army veteran, having served in Korea.  Survivors, in addition to his wife Donnarae, include his cousin Lois James and her husband Clint of Corning, NY.  Nelson is predeceased by his...

Madelyn Claire Warminton Jannitto, age 96, died peacefully on July 25th with her family by her side. She was born in Kansas City, Missouri on January 3, 1926 to the late William and Edith Warminton.  She was a graduate of SUNY, Plattsburgh, NY with a degree in Nursing Arts and Bachelor of Science in Education in 1948.  Madelyn was a Registered Nurse and worked in several local hospitals, and also spent 10 years as an associate at Caldor Department Store.  She is survived by...

Nancy Lu Nori, age 89, of Milford, beloved wife of John Eugene Nori for 67 years, passed away on Monday, July 18, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.  Nancy was born in Waterbury on April 25, 1933, to the late Walter and Alice Quinlin Ahearn.  She graduated from Crosby High School and attended Waterbury Hospital School of Nursing.  Nancy worked at Waterbury Hospital for many years and later was a volunteer and auxiliary officer at Milford Hospital.  Survivors include...

Ernestine Olencki, of Milford, beloved wife of the late Leonard E.  Olencki, died on Friday, July 15, 2022.  Ernestine was born in Derby, CT to the late Louis James Keller, and Ernestine Doyle Keller.  She was raised in Brooklyn, NY and graduated from Mary Immaculate Hospital School of Nursing. Ernestine worked at Milford Hospital and Park City Hospital for more than 35 years,  and in retirement   volunteered  at...

Margaret Louise Salomone, age 87, of Milford, passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 13th, 2022, surrounded by her family.  Margaret was born in Bridgeport on November 19, 1934 to the late John and Gertrude MacDonagh Chonko.  She was a registered nurse and worked for many years as the supervisor of communicable diseases in Bridgeport, CT.  Margaret had a genuine love for all people and an adoration for animals, especially dogs.  Survivors include her children: Stefana...

Edward Robert “Bob” Kosa, age 84, beloved husband of Dianne (Surenko) Kosa entered peaceful rest on July 11, 2022. Son of the late Edward and Mary (Banik) Kosa and was born on July 12, 1937 in Bridgeport. Bob was a U.S. Army veteran. He worked at Airlock in Milford before his retirement. He was an avid gardener and loved all animals and no wild animal went hungry in his yard. He enjoyed trips to the casino, watching football and golf and duckpin bowling. In addition to his...

 Roland Gunter, Sr., age 75, beloved husband to Sharon Ann Magera-Gunter of Orange, entered peaceful rest on Sunday, July 10, 2022 at Yale-New Haven Hospital. He was born on January 14, 1947 in Exmore, VA and the son of the late John and Carrie (Beech) Gunter. Roland loved cars of all sorts and would often be seen working and driving his favorites. Roland was an avid music lover! All genres and styles he could be found listening and dancing to it all the time. In addition to...