All Obituaries

Lois M. Buynak, age 87, beloved wife of 66 years to Andrew J. Buynak, Sr. of Milford, entered peaceful rest surrounded by her family on Feb. 20, 2020 at CT Hospice in Branford.  She was the daughter of the late Arthur and Hilda (Stites) Amann and was born on Dec. 25, 1932 in Milford. Mrs. Buynak enjoyed being a bridal consultant at the former Josie’s Bridal in Milford for many years. She was a devote Catholic and loved vacationing in Newport and the Caribbean. In addition...

Charles J. Seefeldt, age 83, beloved husband of 63 years to Hedwig (Bergmiller) Seefeldt of Milford and formerly of Norwalk, entered peaceful rest on Sunday, February 16, 2020.  Their 63rd wedding anniversary was on the day he passed. He was born on October 1, 1936 in the Bronx, New York and was the son of the late Charles and Helen (Gregory) Seefeldt. Mr. Seefeldt proudly served with the U.S. Army. He was a supervisor for the United States Postal Services in the Bronx for many years...

Robert “Bob” A. Carre, Sr., age 73, of Stratford, beloved husband of Mary Gregory Carre, died on February 5, 2020 with his wife by his side.  Bob was born in Stratford on June 2, 1946 to the late Samuel P. and Mary P. Kopiek Carre.  Bob was an equipment mechanic and his mother was the owner of Bishop Restaurant in Bridgeport for over 30 years.  He was a jack of all trades and held many jobs in Bridgeport, Stratford and for the City of...

Alfonso Giovanni Affinito, age 89, of West Haven, beloved partner of Kenneth John Kruger for many years, died on February 3, 2020.  Alfonso was born in New Haven on November 1, 1930 to the late Alfonso and Antonetta Gaetano Affinito.  Alfonso worked at Saint Raphael Hospital as a Licensed Practical Nurse and was also a published playwright.  He loved the opera and enjoyed the theater.  Survivors include his niece, Dorothy Velardi and many cousins and close friends. ...

Irene Heckler, age 101, of Milford, beloved wife of 65 years, to the late William Heckler, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2020.  Irene was the daughter of the late Dennis and Margaret (Healey) Mullins and was born on October 16, 1918 in Fairfield, CT.  She worked at General Electric as a lead supervisor, prior to having her children.  Irene was a volunteer at the Milford Senior Center, where she enjoyed many years as an active member. She is survived by her children,...

Harold J. Goudreau, age 93, of Stratford, beloved husband of Margaret (Panda) Goudreau, entered peaceful rest on Feb. 1, 2020. He was born on Oct. 18, 1926 in Bridgeport and was the son of the late Ernest and Rosalie (Hughes) Goudreau. Mr. Goudreau was U.S. Army veteran, stationed in Japan and served during WWII. He was a computer technician for Unisys in Bridgeport for many years before his retirement. He was an active member of St. Mark Church and also a member of the Knights of Columbus...

Mary K. Baker, age 89, longtime resident of Milford, beloved wife of the late Earl C. Baker, passed away in Toms River, NJ on Jan. 27, 2020. She was born on Feb. 22, 1930 in Jersey City, NJ and was the daughter of the late Francis and Anna (Larkin) Rouse. She worked for the former Robert Shaw Controls in Milford before her retirement. Mrs. Baker was an active member for over 50 years at St. Ann Church and their Ladies Guild, Catholic Daughters, the VFW Post #7788 Auxiliary and also a member...

Vallerie P. Rodick, age 88, of Milford, beloved wife of the late William Rodick entered peaceful rest on Friday, Jan. 24, 2020 at the Mary Wade Home in New Haven. She was born on August 20, 1931 in Bridgeport and the daughter of the late Kenneth and Wilma (Miller) Morse. She spent most of her life in Milford. Mrs. Rodick was an inspector at Bic Corp for over 18 years before her retirement. Mrs. Rodick is survived by her devoted eight children, Audrey Moore (Donald) of Milford, Sharon...

Frances Mary Lukas, age 78, a longtime Milford resident, passed away on January 24, 2020. She was born on June 24, 1941 in New York, NY and was the daughter of the late William and Charlotte (Guzik) Lukas. She graduated in 1959 from the Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall, in Milford. She held many secretarial/administrative positions at local corporations over her professional career. Frances loved spending time with her family and close friends. She was an avid reader,...

Nancy U. Valentine, age 86, of Naples, FL and Milford, beloved wife of the late Raymond E. Valentine, Jr. entered peaceful rest on Jan. 24, 2020. She was born on May 23, 1933 in Ridgefield to the Late Edward and Vera (Reeves) Unwin. Mrs. Valentine worked at Milford Hospital and Michael Gavin Physical Therapy for many years. After moving to Naples 28 years ago, she worked at the Naples Chamber of Commerce and volunteered at the North Collier Hospital. Mrs. Valentine is survived by her...