Obituary: Robert Francis O’Such, 89, of Guilford

Remember him by "singing a song to a child, holding a door for a stranger or giving the person next to you a hug. He would have liked that."

Obituary: Robert Anthony DeCesare, Jr, 80, longtime Guilford resident

He served in the Navy, worked for Armstrong Rubber Company and Eldorado Tool, and owned/operated Closer Look Home Inspections until 2021.

Obituary: Catherine (Carbone) Cretella, 68, of Guilford

An artistic soul, she enjoyed cooking, knitting, drawing, gardening & photography, and discovering, telling stories of her family’s roots.

Obituary: Rose DiLella Schierholz, 80, of Guilford

A fierce believer in family, she loved every minute spent with them, and enjoyed cooking, gardening, a good pinochle game​ and family trips.

Obituary: Michelle Rosa Of Guilford

Michelle grew up in Guam, Hawaii, San Diego and Virginia Beach before settling in Guilford as an adult.

Obituary: William Oppelt Of Guilford

William was a leadman of assembly for Royal Typewriter before retirement. He enjoyed family gatherings and casino trips.

Obituary: Edward Shay Of Guilford

Edward passed away after a long battle with brain cancer. He enjoyed spending time on the beach with his family.

Obituary: Vern Fox Jr., 86, Of Guilford

Vern served as a naval aviator and later as an American Airlines pilot for 30 years. He was also involved in Guilford community groups.

Obituary: David Vitali, 59, of Guilford

A "charmer" with a great sense of humor​ who loved his family, he was a machinist, and enjoyed cooking, fishing, hunting & time outdoors.

Obituary: Matthew Joseph Sinclair, 54, of Guilford

A horticulturist, he enjoyed painting, karaoke, antique collecting, and was a talented guitarist, amazing songwriter and natural performer.

Obituary: Helen (Abbenante) Pongetti, 91, of Guilford

She worked at Gant Shirtmakers in New Haven, Chips Pub II in Guilford, and she retired from Friends and Company.

Obituary: Donald M. Warren, Jr., 75, longtime Guilford resident

An exemplary Old Saybrook police officer promoted to Sergeant, he worked as an undercover detective who worked with federal agents.

Obituary: Richard Williams, 79, longtime Guilford resident

He served in the Army Corps of Engineers​, was a VP at Bic Pen in Milford, an avid hunter and fly fisherman​, and a talented carpenter.

Obituary: Barbara Claire Whiton, 74, longtime Guilford resident

A former researcher and assistant for the Epidemiology Departments at Yale and NYU, she enjoyed art, opera, photography, and graphic design.

Obituary: Judith A. (Nevers) Persico, 75, of Guilford

A longtime Charlie’s Closet volunteer, had a wonderful relationship with her book club and neighborhood friends for over 40 years.

Obituary: Rex Prescott "Bus" Walden, 75, of Guilford

Committed to community, he was defined by the things he loved: boats, travel, his dogs, good friends, great art and all types of music.

Obituary: Hugh A. Burrell, 83, of Guilford

An attorney, he dedicated much of his life serving the greater Danbury community and was an avid golfer prior to succumbing to Parkinson’s.

Obituary: Carl E. Swan, 85, longtime Guilford resident

A devoted St. George Church​ communicant, he was a Knights of Columbus member, Little League coach and Kempo Karate​ First-Degree Belt.

Obituary: ​Mario Perrone, 69, of Guilford

Born in Faicchio, Province of Benevento, Italy​, before retiring in 2017, he worked for the Bic Corporation in Milford for 43 years.

Obituary: Edward Raymond Courtney, Jr., 77, of Guilford

A corporate accountant, avid reader, board game collector, and cat lover, he had a keen Irish wit, quiet gentleness, great love of family.

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Obituary: Bert Howard Abbey, 80, longtime Guilford Resident

A Vietnam War veteran, who worked as an entrepreneur designing watches for Ducks Unlimited, enjoyed clamming, sports, family, and history.

Recent Obituaries From Guilford

Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently passed away.

Recent Obituaries From Guilford

Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently passed away.

Obituary: Audrey Feder Walzer, 97

A writer, world traveler, accomplished seamstress, and active volunteer, she was known for unconditional kindness and empathy towards all.

Recent Obituaries From Guilford

Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently passed away.

Recent Obituaries From Guilford

Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently passed away.

Recent Obituaries From Guilford

Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently passed away.

Recent Obituaries From Guilford

Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently passed away.

Recent Obituaries From Guilford

Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently passed away.

Obituary: Martin James Lombard, 89, longtime Guilford resident

A US Navy Korean War veteran, he owned and operated Cutting Edge Hair Salon​, was a longtime Lions Club of Guilford member.

Obituary: Clifton Reginald “Reg” Lewis, 80, of Guilford

A Korean War veteran, avid reader, and accomplished watercolor artist, he was an active walker "long before the pandemic made it cool."

Obituary: Dorothy Newton Lott, 95, longtime North Guilford resident

The assistant in her magician husband George Gilbert Lott's act, and she enjoyed reading, gardening, and spending time with her family.

Obituary: Salestriest Ray Bryant, 68, formerly of Guilford

A Vietnam veteran and professional musician, he had a full, albeit often difficult, life. But God, family, music, & love saw him through.

Obituary: Thomas Rice Davis III, 81, of Guilford & Madison

His final moments were spent outside, with his adoring family, enjoying a last gorgeous New England summer day overlooking Branford harbor.

Obituary: Martin White, 75, long-time resident of Guilford

A family man and coach, he was a US Marine, a CT State Trooper, insurance fraud claims investigator and a U.S. Marshal until retiring at 70.

Obituary: Robert A. Haversat Sr., 86, of Guilford

An avid outdoorsman and a kind, courteous and ethical "ultimate gentleman," he was a Yale New Haven Hospital & Quinnipiac College trustee.

Obituary: Shirley Anne (Williams) Mack, 88, of Guilford

A Hole in the Wall (ABC) thrift store, Meals on Wheels and library volunteer, she was a dedicated walker, seen on the Green most mornings.

Obituary: Marvin Casey Jr., 63, of Guilford

A Yankees and NASCAR fan with nephew Mike, he worked at NAPA and as a Guilford Lakes Golf Course groundskeeper, where he also liked to golf.

Obituary: Margaret "Peggy" Sheridan, 83, of Guilford

She worked as a secretary before devoting herself to motherhood full time and, in later years, spent her time in CT with her grandchildren.