He attended Daniel Hand School from K-12 and was very proud to be a member of the last class graduating (1959) from the original Hand High.
Sally and Dick founded Carr Travel Ltd. in Branford in 1978, which swiftly grew to be one of the largest and most successful agencies.
Jim followed his passion for cooking and opened the Country Deli, an Italian-style delicatessen and catering business, in Madison.
In the process, she touched the lives of many people helping them as a caregiver, manager, or colleague.
She was born in New Haven on April 26, 1916.
Josh was a graduate of The Shoreline Christian School in Madison and graduated Xavier High School in 2008.
She was best known as "Mrs. C." Matriarch of the former Madison Beach Hotel and Wharf restaurant for 35 years with Henry.
Jim enjoyed a good laugh, a good book, the love of any dog, and spending time with family and friends.
Gerri was a member of the Madison Chamber of Commerce and was a Board Member for a period of 2 terms.
Helen loved spending time with her family and in her later years with friends at the Senior Center in Madison.
Corinne loved living in Madison and spending every sunny day at The Madison Beach Club with her many friends.
Marc never knew strangers - his instinct to reach out to others was his greatest show of humanity. He was a Hand High graduate, Class of 87.
She was a local Realtor for the Powell/Gould and Shoreland agencies for many years in Madison.
Jon was a dedicated and charismatic teacher, and taught history, economics, and current events at Daniel Hand High School.
In 1978, he crossed the Atlantic Ocean from Long Island to the Azores off the coast of Portugal in 17 days in a 32-foot sailboat.
He was a long time member of the Madison Country Club and former Governor of the Madison Beach Club.
A tiny woman, she made a grand life for herself full of connections she created with her own voracious spirit.
She had strong roots in the communities of Guilford and Madison including as former Leete’s Island Garden Club president.
Ildiko was known to her patients and colleagues as a compassionate, caring, and hard-working physician.
Lois was a marvel at everything she did, from educating her children, to quilting, to caning chairs.
She loved working with children and was employed for many years at Hope Valley Elementary School as a kindergarten teacher.
A member of the Madison Beach Club since 1976, she spent many summers in the company of cherished friends there.
Richard enjoyed announcing Hand High Lacrosse games, being a motorman and conductor at the Shore Line Trolley Museum, and Pepe’s Pizza.
His passion for learning never stopped, in fact while unable to finish High School he decided to take night classes at age 67.
Prior to his retirement Tom was an iron worker for Local 424.
Ed and his wife Carol were longtime members of the Madison winter club where they had many friends and great memories.
Bernie worked as a Machine operator for Atlantic Wire of Branford before retiring with over 40 years of dedicated service.
She is remembered for her generous and outgoing spirit, as well as her infectious sense of humor.
Steve spent most of his life on the Connecticut shoreline, graduating from Daniel Hand High School and the UConn School of Agriculture.
Adorée was owner and administrator for Hillside Manor retirement home in Waterbury.
Marie, known lovingly as “Ma” by her grandchildren, enjoyed spending time with her family, reading, knitting, doing puzzles, and traveling.
He was a Navy veteran, a marathon runner and a railroad engineer for 43 years.
Nancy had a flair for fashion earning her the nick name “Fancy Nancy” Nancy was lovingly referred to as Mama by her family.
His comedic presence lightened our lives from the moment he entered them until his tragic departure. He served as a volunteer firefighter.
Geraldine worked as a bookkeeper at The Killingworth Country Store, which she and Art owned for many years.
He was the owner of Now Playing in Madison, the video store, where he made many friendships.
She enjoyed square dancing, crafting and spent most of her time gardening and painting.
He was also an accomplished sailor, and he and Annette enjoyed their many summer boating adventures around the New England.
Maureen attended schools in Madison, CT and graduated from the Hammonasset School and NYU School of Dance.