John Francis Meuser

John Francis Meuser, longtime resident of Milford & Fairfield, Connecticut, and beloved husband of the late Barbara Jane (Macy) Meuser, passed away on 2/18/26 at age 90. A devout Roman Catholic, John died secure in the belief that he would reunite with loved ones in heaven.

Born in Milford on December 19, 1935, the fifth of seven children of William and Ann (Corden) Meuser, John was forever proud of his Irish and German heritage, his deep roots in the Devon neighborhood of Milford, and the family homestead on Baker Street. He loved sharing stories of his youth spent playing baseball, swimming and bridge jumping as a “Devon River Rat”, delivering newspapers, and working various jobs to help the family make ends meet. One favorite was his time working for Mr. Eichner’s catering company. Another story was the loss of his fingertip in a rotating fan when fixing his car.

John met his wife, Barbara, on a blind date in 1958, they married in 1960, and enjoyed a close bond until her death in 2014. They had four children together (in birth order, with spouse): Tom Meuser (Christy), Maureen Rispoli (Bill), John Meuser (the late Elizabeth Fretz), and Sarah Meuser (Rob). John is also survived by his seven beloved
grandchildren: Paul, Aaron, June, Zoe, Lillian, and Grandpa’s “little boys.” John made it a priority to stay in touch with valued friends, notably his many Devon buddies and 1954 classmates from Milford High School. John was a proud graduate of Quinnipiac College (now University) in 1959 with a degree in accounting, and where he proudly served as a Trustee for 25 years. He enjoyed a long and impactful career in finance and investment: 30 years with Pitney Bowes, Inc., a decade with Retirement Systems, Inc., and finally as a licensed financial advisor.

John’s life was marked by many special experiences, including two periods working and living in England – his family by his side – and the lifelong friends they made there, notably the late Royce and Marjorie Stratford and their daughter Hillary. Years later he encountered an “Angel” who gifted him words of faith and a metal of our Blessed Virgin Mother; the angel promptly disappearing before his eyes. Rooted in his faith, John was ever generous with his time and talents, giving freely through his many charitable affiliations, including The Knights of Columbus.

John was preceded in death by his sisters Ann, Maryellen and Joan, and brothers William, Joe, and Thomas. He accepted his role as the final “Devon Meuser” and stayed connected with the children and grandchildren of his siblings and other extended family (too many to name here).
When asked how he would like to be remembered some years ago, John said “He persevered to help others in life. I think that's a fair assessment. That's what I'm doing even to this day. I love seeing others succeed.”

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Saint Mary’s Church, (Precious Blood Parish) 70 Gulf Street, Milford, CT, at 10:30 am on Friday, February 27, 2026. All are welcome at this Mass. John will be laid to rest next to his loving wife, Barbara, in a private ceremony at Saint Mary’s Church Cemetery in Milford. In lieu of flowers, well wishers are encouraged to donate to the Knights of Columbus Milford Tinto Council 47. Arrangements are being cared for by the Gregory Doyle Funeral Home, 291 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford.