All Obituaries

Elizabeth Louise Staurovsky, age 89, of Milford, beloved wife of the late John M. Staurovsky, died on Wednesday, May 15th, surrounded by her family.  Elizabeth was born in Milford on February 2, 1930 to the late Joseph and Julia Pal Novak.  Elizabeth was a Registered Nurse for over 40 years.  She worked at Saint Vincent’s Hospital, Pond Point Nursing Home and retired from Milford Hospital.  She was a member of the Saint Mary’s Parish Nurses Association as well...

Mary Hunter Beers, age 71, of Milford, died on Thursday, May 9, 2019.  Mary was born in Milford on October 19, 1947 to the late Mr. and Mrs. Julia Osbourne Hunter.  Mary was a retired payroll associate and worked at ADP for over 10 years.  Mary was a member of the Greater Bridgeport Association of the Deaf, Southwest Deaf Senior Citizens and the CT Association of the Deaf.  She was also a parishioner of Our Lady of Peace Church in...

Margaret Ann Farnam, age 90, of Milford, beloved wife of the late John Joseph Farnam, passed away on May 4, 2019. She was the daughter of the late John and Edith (Slaney) Maguire and was born on March 27, 1929 in Milford. Mrs. Farnam was a secretary with the Town of Stratford at both the Police Dept. and Town Hall before her retirement. For many years, she was an active member of the Milford Senior Center and enjoyed volunteering at Milford Hospital. Mrs. Farnam is survived by three...

Herbert Timothy “Tim” Creedon, Jr. age 75 beloved husband of 45 years to Linda (McCoy) Creedon of Milford entered into peaceful rest on April 26, 2019 at Milford Hospital. Son of the late Herbert T. Creedon, Sr. and Anna Catherine (Murray) Creedon as she was Kitty to the family. He was born on October 9, 1943 in Washington, D.C. He received his Bachelor’s Degree of Science from Clarkson College in New York. Tim was a Lieutenant with the U.S. Navy and served during the...

Troy J. Romano, born February 26, 1963, is truckin’ on as of Saturday, April 13th, 2019.  He loved fishin', golfing, and his pumpkin.  He is survived by his parents Janet and Joe, beloved Maryellen, sisters Jennifer, Gina and Maria, brother, Chuck and nieces and nephews Mikey, Stephanosis, Dman, Melonhead, Dominicster, Deliah and Emma. A draftsman all his life, the family would like to thank A&B Mechanical for their support. There will be a celebration of life on...

Janet Veranko, age 87, of Milford, beloved wife of the late Benjamin Veranko, died on Monday, April 8, 2019. Janet was born in Bridgeport on October 20, 1931 to the late Walter and Mary Perkowski. She loved flower arranging and to garden and enjoyed ceramic arts. Survivors include her children: Donna Rhoades of Cherokee Village, AR and Karen Worroll and her husband Daniel of Milford, CT sister, Julie Gwara of Traverse, FL, five grandchildren; Justin, Jessica, Jonathan, Daniel, and...

John T. Goerig, age 92, of Milford, beloved husband of the late Janet (Capozzi) entered into eternal rest on April 6, 2019. He was born on December 31, 1926 in Bridgeport and was the son of the late Charles and Ester (Rummage) Goerig. Mr. Goerig was a U.S. Army veteran and served during WWII. After serving his country, he continued his education and received his Master’s Degree from the University of Bridgeport. He was a teacher for the New London School System for over 25 years and...

Vera Satchell Baker, age 101 of Milford, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2019 at West River Rehab Center. She was the loving mother of Lynne Baker Harrison, daughter of Mabel Satchell Jeffreys and the devoted wife for 62 years of Edward Baker. Born in London, England on June 14, 1917, she was proud of her war-time service as a bus conductress for the London Transport and for the Southdown Bus Service in Chichester, West Sussex. Moving to the U.S. in 1963, she was head housekeeper for the...

Raymond Jelliffe, Sr. age 75, beloved husband of 53 years to Sharon (Steele) of Milford, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2019 peacefully at his residence surrounded by his family after a long illness. He was born on October 26, 1943 in Bridgeport and was the son of the late Charles and Katherine (Hissner) Jelliffe. Raymond was self employed as a carpenter for over 30 years. He was an avid card player and never shied away from a road trip to the casino. His greatest joy was found in the time...

Carole Ann Sotaski, age 77, of Milford, beloved wife of the late Stephen C. Sotaski, Sr., died at home surrounded by her family, on Thursday, April 4, 2019.  Carole was born in Bridgeport on February 18, 1942 to the late William and Mary Madeline Tyler Van Sise.  She worked as a machine operator for Bic Corporation for over 25 years.  She was a devoted New York Yankees fan and loved spending time with her family.  Survivors include her children: Debbie Markley of...