Obituary: Virginia Joan Alex, 90, Of Newtown, Nurse

Ginny was active in her community and was a member of the Newtown Congregational Church.

Obituary: Barbara M. Ruggiero, 75, Of Sandy Hook

A resident of the Danbury area since 1992 coming from Queens, NY, Mrs. Ruggiero was a homemaker.

Obituary: Charles Steck Ferris, Jr., 33, Formerly Of Newtown

Charles was brought up in Bethel and Newtown, graduated from Newtown High School, and studied horticulture at NVCC.

Obituary: The Rev. Jane Alice (McCulloch) Sibley, 77, Of Sandy Hook

Pastor Jane served multiple Westchester County and Fairfield County United Methodist Church congregations.

Obituary: Barbara Ann (Boccadoro) Carlo, 88, Of Bethel And Newtown

Prior to moving to Newtown, Barbara was a Bethel resident since 1963 and was the proprietor of Bride’s Etc. in Bethel.

Obituary: Joseph Arnold Trudeau, 81, Of Sandy Hook

Prior to his retirement, Joe worked as an auto parts salesman in Sandy Hook, Newtown, Bethel and Danbury.

Obituary: Anne Marie Porco (Buckley), 90, Of Newtown

Anne Marie loved animals, especially horses, and would often reminisce about her childhood pony, Buttons.

Obituary: John W. Keegan, 82, Of Newtown

In his retirement, John volunteered for eight years at the Cyrenius H. Booth Library including the annual book sale.

Obituary: Anne Theresa Kutka, Of Newtown

After raising her sons, Anne began a second act by becoming a nurse and enjoyed many years of caring for others.

Obituary: Barbara Ann (Boccadoro) Carlo, 88, Of Newtown

Prior to moving to Newtown, Barbara was a Bethel resident since 1963 and was the proprietor of Bride’s Etc. in Bethel.

Obituary: Laura Marie Frattaroli, 31, Of Newtown: 'Creative Spirit'

Laura’s legacy is most clearly demonstrated in the love and compassion she had for animals of all kinds.

Obituary: Bernice Elaine (Agines) Ullmann, Of Newtown

Mrs. Ullmann was honored in 2011 by the UJA Federation for her time as president and also by Hadassah for her years on the Board.

Obituary: Fatima Rebecca Dunn, 69, Of Newtown

Fatima was a lover of animals, cooking, fine arts and travel; she lived her faith in all she did.

Obituary: Karen McKenzie White, 60, Of Newtown: Nurse Practitioner

In 2019, Karen was recognized as "Provider of the Year" by the Connecticut Association of School-Based Health Centers.

Obituary: Eileen E. Gallo, 75, Of Newtown

Eileen was an avid and devoted member of Saint Rose of Lima parish for decades, her gardening around the church was treasured.

Obituary: Robert D. 'Bobby' Haag, Jr, 59, Of Newtown

Bobby spent his life in the food service industry, working for the Hawley Manor Inn, Eagle Hill Rehab and the Fireside Inn.

Obituary: ​Arlene D. Carlson, 82, Of Newtown

Arlene was the owner of Boyd’s Hallmark and Gift Stores in Wilton, Brookfield and Newtown for over 40 years.

Obituary: Sean Michael Stutman, 7, Of Newtown

Sean was a magnetic figure — building community, spreading love, and inspiring people wherever he went.

Obit: Stella Josephine Spector, Of Newtown, Former Miss Connecticut

Although she led a glamorous life as a model, Stella’s most cherished titles were mother and grandmother.

Obituary: Doris J. Michels, 96, Of Newtown: Banker

Doris worked for many years as a banker for the Chase Manhattan Bank in New York.

Obituary: Doris J. Michels, 96, Of Newtown

Doris worked for many years as a banker for the Chase Manhattan Bank in New York.

Obituary: William 'Bill' Halstead Sr., Of Newtown: Fire Chief

"The Chief" was a member of the Sandy Hook Volunteer Fire and Rescue Co. for over 57 years.

Obituary: Richard K. Brady, 63, Of Newtown

Rick was a founding member of the Newtown Underwater Search and Rescue Team and a member of the Stepney Baptist Church of Monroe.

Obituary: Karen Elizabeth Dugan, 60, Of Newtown

During her 25 years of living and working in Newtown, she made many friends and worked to help the community with her tenure on the BOE.

Obituary: John Johnson, 86, Of Newtown

John opened his own excavating business, John Johnson & Sons Inc., in 1985 after working as a heavy equipment operator for other companies.

Obituary: Arlene T. (Wilson) Kuderna, 72, Of Newtown

Arlene was best known for having the ability to form friendships everywhere she went.

Obituary: Frank Lawrence, Jr., 77, Of Newtown

Mr. Lawrence proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy serving aboard the USS. America during the Vietnam War.

Obituary: John Johnson, 86, Of Newtown

John opened his own excavating business, John Johnson & Sons Inc., in 1985.

Obituary: Aida Oliva Val, 96, Of Sandy Hook

Aida had a great passion for daily mass and prayer. She and her husband owned and operated the John A. Val Tire Company.

Obituary: Peter "Pete" Samoskevich, 87, of Newtown

Pete, an avid golfer, was a member of Whitney Farms Men’s Club. He worked many years for Buckley Brothers Shell, before retiring from SNET.

Obituary: Maria Anna Carrino, 92

Ann loved to travel the world with her cousins and many close friends.

Obituary: Mary 'Dorothy' Barr, 88

She was a devout Catholic and attended St. Mary Church in Bethel as well as St. Rose Church in Newtown.

Obituary: Holly Jean Troccolla, 58

Forever generous and caring, Holly pursued a nursing degree while raising three adolescent children.

Obituary: Theresa Alberico, 91

Theresa will be remembered for her spirited, bubbly and passionate personality.

Obituary: Lincoln Raymond 'Ray' Sander, 82

In his spare time, Lincoln was an active member of the early American Antiques and Art Community.

Obituary: Rosemarie (Piroh) Abric, 73

Rosemarie was a devout member of St. Rose of Lima Church in Newtown and enjoyed planting and gardening throughout her lifetime.

Obituary: Molly Anita Doersch, 72

After moving to Sandy Hook, Molly worked at Taunton Press and later on at the Inn at Newtown.

Obituary: Michele Ann Favreau, 77

She was known for her kindness, humor, Irish temperament and matter of fact outlook on life.

Obituary: James W. Ford, 76, of Newtown

James enjoyed a long successful career in engineering. He was heavily involved in the community, proudly serving on many organizations.

Obituary: Joan Carol (Misko) Elliott, 76

Carol had a giving heart, often going beyond her means to give gifts to family, animal welfare organizations, and Toys for Tots.