All Obituaries

Agnes R. Mallico, age 93, of Milford, beloved wife of the late James Vincent Mallico, Sr. entered peaceful rest on Friday, February 26, 2021 at West River Health Center. She was born on October 30, 1927 in Derby and was the daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (Horvath) Kindle. She loved her scratch off tickets and was an avid New York Yankees fan. Mrs. Mallico is survived by her sons, James Vincent Mallico, Jr. and his wife, Donna and Thomas Andrew Mallico and his wife Cecile all of...

Laurent Romeo Richard, age 89, beloved husband of 40 years to Lorraine (Wild) Richard of Milford, entered peaceful rest on February 25, 2021 at Bridgeport Hospital. He was the son of the late William and Nellie (Simond) Richard and was born on June 22, 1931 in Lewiston, Maine. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a machinist for Plastic Tool System and later delivery driver for Napa Auto Parts. Laurent enjoyed his trips to the casino with Lorraine and loved...

Ralph Pelella, age 94, of New Rochelle, beloved husband of the late Ersilia DeRose Pelella, died on Friday, February 19, 2021 surrounded by his family.  Ralph was born in Afragola, Italy on October 24, 1926 to the late Aniello and Vincenza Guerra Pelella.  He worked as a painter for most of his life.  Ralph loved dancing and would ballroom dance weekly up until he was 92 years old.  Survivors include his children: Neil Pelella (Lisa Finch) of Milford and Vincenza Pelella...

Christabel T. Overland, age 106, of Milford, died on Wednesday, February 17, 2021.  Christabel was born in Highland Falls, NY on November 12, 1914 to the late William and Florence Harlow Overland.  She was a Senior Master Sergeant in the United States Army Air Force for twenty years and served in both WWII and The Korean Conflict.  She loved to travel and research her genealogy.  She also enjoyed playing scrabble and being on Facebook.  She was an avid reader and...

Florence A. Bushinsky, age 94, of Milford, beloved wife of the late John S. Bushinsky Sr., died on Monday, February 15, 2021.  Florence was born in Bridgeport on November 9, 1926 to the late John and Anna Polaski Brecklin.  She worked as a machine operator for Bic Pen Corporation for many years.  Survivors include her children: John S. Bushinsky Jr. of Milford and Linda J. Rosselli of Milford, six grandchildren; Dennis, John, Christopher and Shane Rosselli, Jennifer Baker and...

Grace Kealey passed away peacefully on the morning of February 15, 2021 at the golden age of 90.  Born on August 3, 1930, in Bridgeport CT to the late George and Elsie Flake.  Grace was a fashion model, former Mayor of Stanford University village, a dedicated wife for 62 years to Dennis Kealey, a Human Resources officer for Exon Oil, and a mother.  She was fiercely strong, constantly reading and learning.  She is survived by her son, Dennis Edward Kealey Jr., and her...

Helen Lola (Continello) La Belle, age 94 of Newtown, died February 14, 2021. Born on March 13, 1926 in Waterbury, daughter of the late Raphael Continello and Sarah (Minicucci) Continello. Preceded in death by her parents, husband Kenneth E. La Belle, sisters, Marie (Continello) Tortora, Rita (Continello) Cerbasie and her brother Edmund Continello. Survived by her sons, Craig (Mary Beth) La Belle of Williamsburg, VA and Christopher (Margaret) La Belle of Middlebury, CT and her...

Kelley Ann Lenkner Patterson, age 47, of Stratford and formerly of Milford, beloved wife of Michael William Patterson for 21 years, died suddenly on Sunday, February 7, 2021.  Kelley was born in Pittsburgh, PA on May 15, 1973 to John and Cynthia Lenkner of SC.  Kelley loved teaching, family, Krafting, sewing, the performing arts, animals, music, books, and her friends. She was always concerned about others, and making them feel comfortable. She was a mentor and advisor and...

Stanley Peter Sajdloski Jr., age 64, of Bridgeport, entered eternal rest Monday February 1, 2021 at Bridgeport Hospital.  Stanley was born on October 18, 1956, in Milford CT, to the late Stanley and Anne Burei Sajdloski.  Stanley lived at home with his parents until April of 1984 when he moved into his new home, Probus House. Stanley worked until retirement, attended day program at Project Join in Milford CT, and then had the opportunity to get care with one on one support by his...

Geraldine A. ”Geri” Makower, age 71 of Shelton and formerly of Milford, beloved wife of the late Mark Makower, entered peaceful rest on January 29, 2021 at Griffin Health in Derby. She was born on May 11, 1949 in Pennsylvania. Geri previously worked as a nurse’s aid at Golden Hill Health Care Center but most of all, raising her family. Geri Volunteered at Milford Hospital for many years providing hand and foot massages to the patients through the Tender Touch Program....