Obituary: Joan (Ragozzino) Raffone, 82, of East Haven & Guilford

A nurse, celebrated cook, and multi-sports athlete, ​she greatly enjoyed cheering on her children, grandchildren on courts and fields

Obituary: Shirley Tordo, 96, of Guilford

A Middlesex Hospital and Shoreline Visiting Nurse Association nurse, once her 6 kids left the nest, she devoted time to her love of quilting

Obituary: Duncan Robert Craig, 86, longtime resident of Guilford

A quintessential Guilford educator and the first principal of Adams Middle School, he enriched the lives of countless students for decades.

Obituary: Ann And David Talbott, Both 71, Of Guilford

For 46 years married & inseparable, Sept. 17, Ann died suddenly, an hour later, David suffered a massive heart attack and died Sept. 19.

Obituary: Constance Lynn Buonanno, 76, of Guilford

A loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, & aunt, she loved baking for family and was devoted to animals, especially her beloved kittens.

Obituary: Lucille Ann (Valenti) Festa, 83, of Guilford

A woman of style and grace known for her loving and gentle heart​, she volunteered at CT Hospice and at St. George Catholic Church.

Obituary: Arlene “Patricia” Richards Clifford, 88, of Guilford

Strong, independent, and selfless, a true matriarch, she had endless pride for family and led the way through life’s triumphs and tragedies.

Obituary: Stephen Anthony Shattuck, 76, of Guilford

A Griffin Hospital Nurse Anesthetist, he enjoyed ballroom dancing, baking, playing the French horn and, as a talented tenor, singing.

Obituary: Otto John Sidarweck, 73, of Guilford

He was a big brother, a father figure, a friend, and someone who'd do anything for family any time of any day, no matter the circumstances.

Obituary: Kenneth Kilpatrick Field, 71, of Guilford

He was an artist, a builder, a maker of things functional and beautiful, and his work can be found in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Obituary: Robert “Bob” Healy , 71, of Guilford

The owner of R.K. Healy Building, he cherished his children and was happiest on his motorcycle and anything that included the outdoors. ​​​

Obituary: Sr. Moira of the Eucharist (Patricia Ann Cunningham), 86

She entered the Monastery of Our Lady of Grace in Guilford in September 1960 and took her solemn vows as a Dominican Nun in July 1965.

Obituary: Frances H. Ellesio, 78, Of Guilford

“In addition to her warm smile, intelligence, and wit, Fran will be remembered for her strong will and determination.”

Obituary: Ines Perez, 91, of Guilford

A catechism teacher and church choir singer, she advocated for Spanish mass at St. George's ​and worked with Spanish-speaking preschoolers.

Obituary: Bronach M. Bye, 80, longtime Guilford resident

A Belfast, Northern Ireland native, she was an RN, A Better Chance board member, volunteer and advocate for the rights of women, minorities.

Obituary: Nancy Maher Cairns, 93, longtime Guilford resident

A physical therapist​ with Guilford VNA, she was an active member of Christ Episcopal Church and enjoyed watching her beloved Red Sox.

Obituary: Rosalie Trebbe McGuire, 85, of Guilford

The party in heaven when she joined family, friends who passed away was epic, as evidenced by the rainbow halo around the sun seen that day.

Obituary: David Winthrop Knapp, 98, formerly of Guilford

A champion of many causes, he held his beliefs firmly and loved a good argument, enjoying a bit of a reputation as a spirited rabble-rouser.

Obituary: Cynthia (Crum) Magee, 81, of Guilford

A longtime, dedicated volunteer, she enjoyed visiting National Parks, bird watching, gardening, the Yankees and UCONN Women’s basketball.​

Obituary: Carolyn (Floyd) Scranton, 89, of Guilford

She enjoyed all things social including Kings Daughters, singing in church choir, hosting church bible study, time with family, friends.

Obituary: Gerard “Jerry” Smith, 72, formerly Guilford

Remembered for his immeasurable kindness and goodness, he treasured life with his family, and they'll miss his constant love, warm smile.

Obituary: Anthony Lee Bomgardner, Jr., 21, of Guilford

His light will forever shine. He'll forever be remembered as a wonderful brother, tremendous friend, and most outstanding son by his parents

Obituary: Geraldine Margaret Dwarica, 83, longtime of Guilford

She enjoyed a fun life, and a fulfilling career as a public health nurse, but family above all is what brought her the most joy, happiness.

Obituary: Dr. Constance M. Fusco, 91, of Guilford

A Branford and Madison educator, she served on Guilford Youth & Family Services Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning boards.

Obituary: Dr. George Aghajanian, 91, of Guilford

An Army veteran, passionate golfer, Yale professor of psychiatry and, as an admired researcher, he conducted seminal studies on LSD effects.

Obituary: Martin R. Carbone, Sr., 91, of Guilford

A retired Marine Major, after retiring from Union Carbide, he worked 16 years at Page Hardware where customers, coworkers felt like family.

Obituary: Rosemarie Cavaliere Hansen, 68, of Guilford

A life well and fully lived, she worked for Yale for 42 years, had myriad hobbies, and even during her ALS battle, was a dedicated volunteer

Obituary: Lois Marie Papa Dudley, 95, of Guilford

A trailblazing woman, she was an athlete, co-founder of Guilford Home Health Services, noted Realtor, and sat on myriad boards, commissions.

Obituary: Donald Buchta, 80, of Guilford

His whole life was lived in Guilford. A former volunteer firefighter, he owned Buchta Oil Service, a business his father began 60 years ago.

Obituary: Marion Joyce (Gwinnell) Hurteau, 87, of Guilford

She was a Guilford schools Speech Therapist Aide, and a Nursery School Teacher for the North Guilford Nursery School, a role she loved.

Obituary: Michael Santamaria, 67, longtime Guilford resident

A family man who enjoyed the beach, he was a chemical compounder for Arkwright in Guilford and worked for Shop Rite, and Biomed Devices.

Obituary: Donald Downer, 91, of Guilford

A Guilford volunteer firefighter, Little League coach, and Christ Episcopal Church ​deacon, he and his brother owned Guilford Coin Exchange.

Obituary: Aart C. VanWilgen III, 69, of Guilford

A beloved family man, he worked for CT DOT for 27 years, enjoyed fishing, hunting, antique collecting, and could fix practically anything.

Obituary: Edward J. (Ned) Parker, 85, of Guilford

A member of the US Navy, he was deployed with the Seabees and, stationed in Cuba, he worked on the construction of a Naval base.

Obituary: David A. Mahaney, 73, longtime Guilford resident

He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War, and before retiring, worked as a Housing Supervisor for the Dept of Veteran Affairs.

Obituary: Linda Yasevac Wilson, 75, of Guilford

A co-owner of Meadow Restaurant (The Eel Pot) in Branford, she enjoyed sailing, kayaking, traveling, and gardening among her many hobbies.

Obituary: Carole (Millette) Mazzarella, 65, longtime Guilford resident

For over 41 years, she and husband John owned Naples Restaurant in Guilford. She had no greater love than being a wife, mom, and nonna.

Obituary: Lawrence Lentz, 93, longtime Guilford resident

An Army veteran and "man for all seasons and master of all trades," he was a born athlete, lifelong musician and successful business owner.

Obituary: Lt. Col. Suzanna J. Rogers, 97, retired USAF, of Guilford

Decorated Air Force nurse who retired as a Lt. Col., she was a Guilford First Congregational Church deaconess, known lovingly as “hat lady."

Obituary: James Patrick Redding Jr., 67, of Guilford

An avid gardener, he shared his bountiful harvests, and as a passionate cook, showed his love through the food he made for family & friends.