All Obituaries

Gerald M. Gauthier, age 90, of Milford, beloved husband of the late Elsie Karel Gauthier, died on Thursday, September 20, 2018.  Gerald was born in Fall River, MA on November 18, 1927 to the late Louis and Aurelie Gauthier.  He served in the US Air Force and later worked at Dresser Industries as a press operator. Survivors include his son, Thomas G. Gauthier and his wife Rosanne of Milford, grandchildren; Brooke, Emily and Thomas Gauthier, nephew, William Wing and his children...

Barbara Jane Weller, age 85, beloved wife of the late Donald Robert Weller, entered peaceful rest on September 14, 2018 at CT Hospice. She was born on March 10, 1933 in Milford and was the daughter of the late Nordell and Ruth (Herlihy) Shores. Mrs. Weller was a switchboard operator at Milford Hospital for over 30 years before her retirement. She enjoyed trips with the Milford Senior Center and was an avid card player and also enjoyed bingo. Mrs. Weller is survived by her devoted children,...

Mary A. Pirozzoli, age 69 of Bridgeport, entered eternal rest on August 29, 2018. She was born on May 24, 1949 in Bronx, NY and was the daughter of the late John L. and Josephine (Galdi) Pirozzoli. Mary worked as a demo person at BJ’s in Stratford. She was active with the Republican Party and an avid NY Yankees fan. She is survived by her brother, John F. Pirozzoli and his wife Marie of Milford, several nieces and nephews and her good friends, Lillian, Terri and Lori. Family...

Mavis Vanatte Russell Hanning, age 90, of Naugatuck, passed away on Saturday, August 4, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 8, 1927 and was the daughter of Earl and Fannie Russell. Mavis was the strongest woman you could have ever met. She was larger than life itself. Mavis always found the good in everyone she met. To Mavis there was nothing more important than her family, they were her everything. Mavis, enjoyed spending as time as she could with her...

Dominick A. Melone, age 92, of Milford, beloved husband of the late Marie Melone, died on Saturday August 18, 2018.  Dominick was born in Bridgeport on September 27, 1925 to the late Anthony and Amelia Matarazzo Melone.  He was a proud US Army Veteran who served in WWII as a Staff Sergeant in the 15th Infantry Regiment. He fought in Italy, France and Germany as was awarded a Distinguished Unit Badge and Purple Heart. Dominick worked at Sikorsky for 35 years as a foreman. ...

Sarah M. Pulitano, age 91, of Milford for many years, beloved wife of the late Pasquale “Patsy” J. Pulitano, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, August 15, 2018 surrounded by her family.  Sarah was born on May 17, 1927 to the late Albino and Maria Manetta Galello.  Survivors include her loving daughters; Mary Ann Graziano and her husband Terrence of West Haven and Patricia Richard and her husband Paul of Milford, five grandchildren: Jason and Patrick Richard, Maria...

Kellie Susan Roper, age 48, of Milford died on Monday, August 13, 2018 surrounded by family and friends.  Kellie was born in Bridgeport on April 27, 1970 to Judith Heaphy Roper and the late Daniel V. Roper.  Kellie was a graduate of Lauralton Hall and UCONN.  She was a Senior Provider Advocate for over 25 years at United Healthcare.  She loved running and was an ironman triathlete.  Kellie ran a number of road races including the New York City Marathon.  She...

Vincent Wachter, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away on August 10th, surrounded by his family. Vincent was born in Gundelfingen, Germany in 1919 and immigrated to the United States with his parents, Karl and Josephine Wachter and sister Marie in 1927.  He became a naturalized citizen in 1933.He graduated from Buckley High School in Hartford and went to work for Lacey Manufacturing in Bridgeport prior to his induction into the Navy in 1944.   While...

Edward Joseph Verespy, age 90, of Milford, beloved husband of the late Erna Marie Verespy, died on Tuesday, August 7th, 2018.  Edward was born in Bridgeport on November 2, 1927 to the late John and Mary Gress Verespy.  He was a proud US Army Veteran and worked at General Electric for many years as a mold operator.  Survivors include his daughter, Susan Wood of Milford and sister, Anna Rusakiewicz of Rhode Island, three nieces and six...

Beth Piper Amato, 59, of Milford, entered peaceful rest on August 4, 2018 surrounded by her family.  She was born on April 26, 1959 in Bridgeport and was the daughter of Barbara (Behn) Piper of Milford and the late Robert A. Piper. Beth enjoyed spending time with her family. She loved to cook for those she loved and enjoyed cooking shows and trying new restaurants.  Beth touched the lives of everyone she met.  Beth worked several years at Burndy and Kingdom Life CC...