He had worked as a teacher for the New Haven School System.
He worked for Blue Cross/Blue Shield for 29 years. In his spare time, he found a second love, working at the famous Toad’s Place.
As a lifelong educator, she began her career teaching at Norton School in Cheshire. She was later an elementary school teacher in Hamden.
“Jus had an amazing sense of humor and never met anyone she didn’t love and who didn’t love her.”
Together with three other people, he sculpted the giant squid that hung from the ceiling in the entryway of the Yale Peabody Museum.
She contributed to the community as a Girl Scout leader and a library volunteer at the Hamden middle and elementary schools for many years.
A talented soccer player, he played professionally in Poland and also played for the University of New Haven and Major Indoor Soccer League.
Virginia worked as an Administrative Assistant at Yale University for 35 years until retirement, and was a strong, independent woman.
Edward devoted his time outside of work to the service of others, volunteering for numerous charities and serving on a variety of boards.
“He was loving, kind, generous and a people person. Everyone loved Bob, he was just that kind of guy.”
She lived her entire life in the town and was a daily communicant and active member of St. Ann’s Church until its closing.
Patricia was a teacher at heart, having worked as an English teacher in the Hamden school system for more than 30 years.
She worked at St. Raphael’s Hospital, and was also the school nurse at Hamden High School, several Hamden Elementary Schools and Quinnipiac.
He retired after almost 40 years as a compositor for the New Haven Register.
She taught Audiology as an adjunct faculty member at SCSU, also practiced Audiology in a private ENT office & previously was a social worker
A U.S. Army veteran, he worked for the former New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroads and the former Stop & Shop Warehouse of North Haven.
A U.S. Army veteran, Bill worked as a chef at Yale University for many years and did private catering for many professors and staff at Yale.
Ann, a proud member of the Irish American Community Center, was a loving and devoted wife, mother and loyal friend.
He had been employed for several years at Miles Pharmacy in West Haven and enjoyed classic cars and rock and roll.
David, a highly skilled auto mechanic, was a caring and empathetic person. He had a heart of gold and was willing to help anyone in need.
Beverly worked as a secretary for many years at the Yale University Police Department.
Mike recently retired as of July 31, 2022, after 24 years as a Policeman for the Town of Hamden.
She was also an active member of the Saint Raphael’s Women’s Auxiliary.
Betsey worked at Bimonte’s Pizza Castle in Hamden for 18 years where the customers loved being waited on by her.
Nicholas, a Hamden High School graduate, was a kind, generous, compassionate, funny and empathetic soul who touched the lives of many.
She had worked for the Children’s Center, Hamden for 33 years until her retirement.
She leaves a huge hole in the hearts of her family and friends who were always entertained by her stories and sense of humor.
He touched the hearts of many & will be forever missed. His legacy will be carried on by raising awareness of the virus that took his life.
“Xavier was a tiny bundle of love wrapped around the heart of a lion. He was made of two things: sweetness and fight.”
A U.S. Navy veteran, Francis was a founding member of the Church of the Ascension in Hamden. He was devoted to his wife and three children.
Guiseppe worked as a machinist for many years for several manufacturing companies in the New Haven area. He most recently worked at SCSU.
Anne had a love for people, she was on the board for her building, she was a floor rep and had a way of making everyone feel welcomed.
Patrick was a sports enthusiast, was a hockey and New York Yankees fan. He enjoyed riding and repairing motorcycles.
Pete, who had a long career in the restaurant business, was a familiar & welcoming face to so many people in North Haven, Hamden & New Haven
Linda, a beloved mother, sister and aunt, enjoyed listening to the Beatles and was a great fan.
Arnold was very active in the community, and served on the Hamden Fair House Commission and was Hamden Fire Commissioner in 1984.
A teacher in Hamden Public Schools for 42 years, he was also the head baseball coach and an assistant football coach for several schools.
Teri, lovingly referred to as 'Banana' and known for her playful and generous spirit, was a proud and loving mother and grandmother.
Joseph, lovingly known as “Papa Joe”, was a longtime engineer, a man of strong faith, deeply devoted to family and always entertaining.
Esther, known for her love and beautiful smile, worked many years in healthcare and was a devoted caretaker for her adoring family.