All Obituaries

Jean-Marc Thibodeau, age 76, of Stratford, beloved husband of Irene Labertrandie Thibodeau for 31 years, died on Monday, September 9, 2019 surrounded by his loving family.  Jean-Marc was born in Sherbrooke, Canada on July 30, 1943 to the late Albert and Laurence Jolicoeur Thibodeau.   He operated the painting and insulation shop, in the maintenance department, at King Industries,  for 35 plus years before retiring and working as a security guard part-time, with the...

Gerald M. Socha, age 84, beloved husband of 60 years to Theresa E. Socha of Milford, entered into peaceful rest on September 9, 2019 surrounded by his family at CT Hospice. Mr. Socha was born on December 8, 1934 in Meriden and was the son of the late Edward Matthew and Stasia Socha. He worked in maintenance at Ross & Roberts in Stratford for over 45 years before his retirement.  Mr. Socha was a parishioner and devoted usher at Saint Ann Church for many years. In addition to his...

Mary Lou Varnum, age 80, of Milford, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2019. Mary Lou was born in Bridgeport, CT on March 5, 1939 to the late Stanley and Helen Schlapfer Mazzabufi. She was a longtime Milford resident. Mary Lou worked in the Trust Department at People’s Bank in Bridgeport for many years. She was a kind, loving and supportive spouse, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.  She will be missed dearly. Mary Lou truly enjoyed the company of others and loved to...

Helen M. Sopchak (October 1, 1920-August 26, 2019) of Milford. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Stephen Sopchak, to whom she was married for 58 years. Also predeceased by her parents, Cira and Orazio Curri, six brothers, Albert, Cosmo, Louis, Matthew, Michael, and Samuel, Four sisters, Annette, Carmela, Mary, and Marguerite. She is survived by her daughters, Elaine Viola (Ronald) of Milford, and Diane Saracin of Guilford, three grandchildren, Stephen Viola of Milford, Susan Dudley...

Michael W. Zancewicz, beloved husband of Kathleen (Gallagher) Zancewicz of Milford, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with leukemia on August 25, 2019. He was the son of the late Walter and Helen Zancewicz and was born on July 14, 1952 and grew up in Maynard, MA. Mike attended Northeastern University and the University of New Haven where he received his master's degree. Mike had a long and successful career in finance. With his Boston accent, it...

Erik Poulsen, age 90, of Goshen, beloved husband of Dorothy Nitsche Poulsen for 67 years, died Friday, August 16, 2019 surrounded by his loving family.  Erik was born in Bridgeport on January 2, 1929 to the late Paul and Pauline Saaybe Poulsen.  He was a proud US Navy Veteran who served during WWII.  Survivors include his children: Jim Poulsen of Goshen and Susan Ohls (Ronald) of Lakeview, OR, four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.  In lieu of flowers, donations...

Mary Margaret Scopp age 81, of Milford, died on August 10, 2019.  Mary was born in Bridgeport on September 11, 1937 to the late Andrew and Helen Tammany Scopp.  Mary loved crafting and was a member of several deaf organizations.  Survivors include her brother Henry Scopp of Milford and several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her brother, Reverend Andrew J. Scopp, S.J.  Services will be private.  The Gregory F. Doyle Funeral Home is in care of...

Lucille K. Bedrin, age 88, of Milford, beloved wife of the late Michael Bedrin, died on Saturday, August 10, 2019.  Lucille was born in Bridgeport to the late Charles and Helen Kriss Kilpatrick.  She worked in Accounting and was a parishioner of Saint Ann Church for many years.  Survivors include her son, Dion Bedrin and his wife Debra of Middletown, grandchildren: Michael and Christopher Bedrin of Cromwell, and Rosina and Nicole Gelormino of CA, one great-granddaughter,...

Mary Kurkowski Waters of Middletown and formerly of Milford, beloved wife of the late Richard K. Waters passed on August 4, 2019. She was the daughter and 10th child of the late Joseph and Valentina (Budnik) Kurkowski born on January 5, 1933 in Hempstead, NY. Leaving behind her beloved sister, Clara Karwowski of Port Jefferson, NY. Mary is survived by her loving children, Susan MW Cox (Robert) of Middletown, Dawn Waters St James (Gerard) of The Villages, FL, and Richard W. Waters...

Bryan John Wendland, age 42, of Derby passed away on July 26th after a short, courageous battle with cancer. He was born on June 29th, 1977 in Bridgeport and was the son of Otto A. Wendland of Ansonia and Debra Wendland Price of Derby.  Bryan was a beautiful soul known and loved for his free spirit, big hugs, and even bigger heart.Always willing to lend a helping hand, his enthusiasm, positive attitude, and smile were contagious. Bryan graduated...