Naugatuck HS Mourns the Loss of Social Studies Teacher

NAUGATUCK, CT - It is with heavy hearts we mourn the passing of Naugatuck High School social studies teacher Tim Walsh.

Mr. Walsh passed away last night after a long battle with cancer. He began his career as a Social Studies teacher at Naugatuck High School in 1996. Tim was a beloved colleague, teacher, friend, and family member who inspired the best in people.

Below are some pictures from the Closer to Free bike ride and Clash for the Cure basketball tournament benefiting the Smilow Cancer Hospital. “Team Walsh” raised tens of thousands of dollars in Tim’s name. When Tim was well enough after chemotherapy, Tim, in his selfless, strong, and quiet way, participated in the ride himself.

Those of us lucky enough to have known, worked with, or been taught by Tim Walsh are better people for it. Our hearts go out to Tim’s wife Jill, a teacher at NHS, his two little girls, his sister Deborah Rutigliano, and all that loved him.