Obituary: John J. Schmalbach, 75, Of Brookfield

John worked as a maintenance worker at Flagship Converters, was a history buff, a motorcycle enthusiast and loved the open road.

Obituary: Joan DeMerell, 86, Of Brookfield

Joan's last job was as a designer at Klaff’s bath and kitchen design, a job she enjoyed until retirement at age 75.

Barbara A. (Peters) Parente, 85, Of Brookfield

Along with her husband, Barbara owned and operated Down the Hatch restaurant on Candlewood Lake, for 43 years.

Obituary: Rosemarie Dolores Unangst, 92, Of Brookfield

Rosemarie was a woman of many talents, including hostess, cook, beekeeper and lover of animals. She was admired for her needlepoint.

Obituary: Gail R. (Seamans) Bristol, 81, Of Brookfield

Gail was the founder of the SPE Foundation which provides college scholarships to those entering the plastics field.

Obituary: Denise Marie McGivney, 68, Of Brookfield

An exceptional businesswoman, Denise spent 45 years in the logistics industry.

Obituary: Kathryn S. Kelley, 80, Of Brookfield

Kathy worked as an office manager and for a regional bank while in Brookfield, and volunteered on Saturdays at Aunt Nellies Attic in Danbury

Obituary: Barbara M. Murray, 76, Of Brookfield

Barbara loved to cook, bake, knit, and spend time at the beach. Her specialties included carrot cake, cheesecake, and French onion soup.

Obituary: George Fredrick Conklin III, 55, Of Brookfield

George worked as a custodian at Katonah Lewisboro School District for thirty-three years before retiring in 2013.

Obituary: Bryar Scott Judson, 32, Of Brookfield

Bryar enjoyed spending quality time with his family and friends and tending to his engraving business with his wife.

Obituary: Timothy Joseph McCloskey, 41, Of Brookfield

Tim was an eight-time varsity letterman at Brookfield High, including four years of soccer, three with the swim team, and one with baseball.

Obituary: Ralph Porto, 85, Of Brookfield

Ralph dedicated 29 years to his career at the New York Botanical Gardens, rising to his role as supervising maintainer.

Obituary: Agnes (Aggie) de Keijzer Brackman, 96, Of Brookfield

As a sergeant in the Dutch army, Aggie went to Batavia in the Pacific Theater, to assist in the opening of Japanese POW camps.

Obituary: Tiffany 'TT' Broderick, 37, Of Brookfield

TT was a master stylist and colorist for the past 15 years. Her passion and talent shined through her work.

Obituary: Katherine Rose (Mazzeo) Gisonni, 80, Of Brookfield

Katherine was retired from Danbury Hospital, where she worked as a licensed professional counselor.

Obituary: Jane Lois Blakeslee MacRae, 70, Of Brookfield

Jane worked as a medical technologist for Diagnostic Medical, and was a loving mother and "Grammy."

Obituary: Maureen (Rodgers) Lane, Of Brookfield

Maureen She particularly enjoyed bowling, cribbage, golf, gardening, good friends, Pepsi, and sitting with "my tea."

Obituary: Stephen Tyler Hood, 58, Of Brookfield

Steve was a caring individual who always greeted others with a warm smile.

Obituary: Jon Archie Van Hise, 84, Of Brookfield

Jon dedicated himself to the town he lived in as the longtime chairman of the Planning Commission in Brookfield.

Obituary: Rocco A. DeMato, 57, Of Brookfield

Rocky worked alongside his family, as a truck driver for Chase Equipment, as well as several other local companies.

Obituary: John Chase Morrison, 93, Of Brookfield

John served as chairman of the building committee for Whisconier School, and church moderator at Congregational Church of Brookfield.

Obituary: Nicholas B. Larsen, 42, Of Brookfield

Nick was a quintessential artist in every aspect of his life.

Obituary: Flora (Fosco) Netsch, 99, Of Brookfield

Flora was a kind and caring mother, wife, and friend who touched the lives of many. She loved watching Jeopardy and doing crossword puzzles

Obituary: Caterina (Acampora) Fata, 90, Of Brookfield

Caterina was known to be a great cook, baker and loved flowers and gardening as well.

Obituary: Donald O. Morin, 62, Of Brookfield

Don spent many years volunteering his time with the "Grad Dads" on the Grad Party Committee at Brookfield High School.

Obituary: Rowland Tompkins Bankes, Sr., 83, Of Brookfield

Mr. Bankes dedicated much of his professional career to the business his grandfather founded, Rowland Tompkins Corporation.

Obituary: Henriette P. Martin (nee Pelletier), 97, Of Brookfield

Henriette, a devout Roman Catholic, had a long career in the data processing center at American Can Company.

Obituary: Michael Stout, 71, Of Brookfield

A chemical engineer for Momentive, Mike devoted many years to the development of a chemical was used in the production of tires.

Obituary: Michael F. Donnelly, 61, Of Brookfield

Michael enjoyed working for Mitchell Oil for the last 33 years.

Obituary: Eileen G. (Casey) Ford, 78, Of Brookfield

Eileen was retired after working for many years as a teacher in New York and Connecticut.

Obituary: David Ross Brown, 51, Of Brookfield

David's greatest joy was being with his family and raising his children. Anyone who knew him, knew him as the best father.

Obituary: Ferdinand Daniel de Bourbon, 77

Ferdy served in the US Navy during the Vietnam era, and worked for Grand Union as a manager for 23 years.

Obituary: Debra Ann Sheehan, 67, Of Brookfield

Debbie enjoyed her job working with students at Huckleberry Hill and Whisconier Schools, and was an accomplished runner and athlete.

Obituary: Barbara Ann Johnson Covill, 87, formerly of Brookfield

Barbara was secretary to the principal at Brookfield HS and then secretary to the assistant superintendent of schools before retiring.

Obituary: Millicent Katherine Zinser Morrison, 92, Of Brookfield

In 1970, Millicent began a 25-year career as a school nurse in Center School Elementary.

Obituary: Carol A. (Violano) Bray, 76, of Brookfield

Carol worked as office manager, alongside her husband, for Bray’s Electric & Construction in Stamford and Brookfield.

Obituary: Thomas Francis Fisher, Jr., 66, Of Waterbury

Skip was retired from Federal Auto Seat Covers, where he worked as an upholsterer for many years.

Obituary: James Joseph Hall, 79, Of Brookfield

James was retired after working for many years as an electrician and owner of Hall Electric in New Rochelle, NY.

Obituary: Joanne (Sacowitz) Volpe, 81, Of Brookfield

In 1969, Mrs. Volpe joined the administrative staff of Danbury Orthopedics, where she worked for 46 years.

Obituary: JoAnn Pomeroy, 85, Of Brookfield

oAnn had many part-time jobs when her children were young, once they grew, she became the Second in Charge at the Southbury Training School.