Obituary: Donald H. Kirkham, 85; Stratford Pastor

After teaching theology at Phillips University Divinity School in Oklahoma, he returned to CT to lead churches in Darien and Stratford.

Obituary: Carl M. Sakowicz Jr., 53; Formerly Of Stratford

Carl was most known for his love of baseball and softball, as he was an avid player all throughout his life until he began coaching.

Obituary: Joseph James Minkowski, 70, Of Stratford

Joe, a graduate of Bunnell High School, was a senior manufacturing engineer with Paragon Medical, formerly Lacey Manufacturing.

Obituary: Irene Chalikis, 100, Former Owner Of Stratford Dairy Queen

Irene enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and traveling to distant locations in her retirement years.

Obituary: Evelyn Frances Roberge, 84, Of Stratford

Evelyn worked for Stratford Town Fair, Sterling paper & Town Fair Lanes. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter & cherished memories.

Obituary: Karen A. Rodia, 65, Of Stratford

Karen, a former member of the Stratford Board of Education, had a heart of gold, helping anybody and everybody in any way she could.

Obituary: Mary Jane Kosa, 79, Of Stratford

She was an avid sewer and enjoyed crocheting and donating her works of prayer shawls and baby hats and blankets to Project Linus.

Obituary: Avis Ann Kapitancek, 72, Of Stratford

Avis, a retired operations manager for the Teamsters Union, was a graduate of Trumbull High School and Catherine Gibbs Secretarial School.

Obituary: Nelson Van Brown, 59, Of Stratford

He was a longtime member of Black Rock Church, serving on the greeting team, and also enjoyed mountain biking, pool and going to car shows.

Obituary: Morgan E. Kellogg, 91, Of Stratford

Morgan cherished the Town of Stratford, where lived nearly his entire life. He was a U.S. Army veteran with an incredible work ethic.

Obituary: Michael John Higgins, 66, Of Stratford

Mike enjoyed biking, hiking, playing golf, and most importantly giving the gift of his time & energy to others. He was the kindest of souls.

Obituary: Anthony James Moran, 33

He was a per diem IT worker for the Stratford Board of Education for several years before being hired full time in 2022.

Obituary: Alisa Finé Marino, 55, Of Stratford

Lisa graduated from Stratford High School, beginning a career as a pharmacy technician at Bridgeport Hospital.

Obituary: Richard E. Botta, 86, Of Stratford

Richard, who served in the United States Army tank corps for five years, had a long and successful career as a local pharmacist.

Obituary: Robert Umberto Wiencko, 77, Of Stratford

He was a veteran of the United States Army and was a retired Working Leader of the underground utilities’ crews for United Illuminating.

Obituary: Paul Henry Michalak

He will be remembered as a man with many talents who was loved by all.

Obituary: Stephanie G. Brackett, 77, Of Stratford

Stephanie was a longtime area resident and was a retired secondary school foreign language teacher for the Bridgeport Board of Education.

Obituary: ​ Jane M. Crowther, 93, of Stratford

‘Mrs. C’ was employed for 32 years as Teacher and Guidance Counselor with Pupil Personnel Services in the Milford School System.

Obituary: Edward R. McQuillan, 62; Formerly Of Stratford

He competed in Iron Man triathlons, & loved his trips to Paris, Egypt, Iceland, Prague, Austria, Rome, and many more places around the world

Obituary: Lorraine Deborah Papa, 76; Formerly Of Stratford

Lorraine was fluent in several languages & she used them throughout her career, most recently at the CT State Department of Social Services.

Obituary: Michael W. Mackie, 58; Formerly Of Stratford

Michael loved to cook and his passion for food took him to many restaurants over the years.

Obituary: Salvatore Joseph Anzini, 90, Of Stratford

Sal left high school and joined the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was a retired self-employed carpenter.

Obituary: Francis ‘Frank’ M. Dillon Jr., 76, Of Stratford

Frank was a retired computer programmer for Gen Re Corp. He loved all sports, played semi-pro baseball and was scouted by the NY Mets.

Obituary: Michael David Winkel, 56; Formerly Of Stratford

He was a 1985 Graduate of Bunnell High School and Gateway College with high honors and was a mechanical engineer with ASML.

Obituary: Laurence S. Yasgar, 81, Of Stratford

He discovered popular artists Debbie Gibson and NuShooz while at Atlantic Records, & later produced the successful C&C Music Factory records

Frank J. D'Ostilio, Sr., 91, passed away on August 13, 2023.

Frank was formerly of Orange and Stratford. Frank was instrumental in founding the Schick Golf League at Orange Hills Country Club.

Obituary: Debra ‘Debbie’ Lee Lyman, 60, Of Stratford

She had been an Emergency Medical Dispatcher for Ace Ambulance, Bridgeport Ambulance & AMR in New Haven where she met the love of her life.

Obituary: Stacy Vagnini, 49, Of Stratford

Stacy was the ultimate gift in the lives of everyone who knew her. She loved unconditionally and adored her friends and family.

Obituary: Denise L. (Bailey) Maseto, 63, Of Stratford

"Denise was a devoted wife and mother, always putting the needs of her family before her own. Her love for her family was immeasurable…"

Obituary: Maureen A. Doherty, 67, Of Stratford

A Bunnell High graduate, she spent her adult life volunteering in such roles as PTA president, Sterling House Board, Perry House Board, etc.

Obituary: Rev. James G. Wilson, 83

A pillar of his community, his courage and commitment to justice were evident when he participated in the March on Selma in March 1965.

Obituary: Gary T. Nash, 80, Of Stratford

Gary, who served in the Army National Guard, was a friendly, kind and compassionate person who always went out of his way to help others.

Obituary: Victor A Sinko, 86, Of Stratford

Victor was a proud Marine and served his country honorably. He lived by the motto “once a Marine always a Marine.”

Obituary: Joan D. Figula, 79, Of Stratford

She enjoyed travelling and attending Craft Fairs, but most of all loved spending time with her beloved family.

Obituary: Joseph L. Mandeville, 37

Joe, a world traveler who went on incredible adventures, dedicated his life to sharing as much love as he could with everyone around him.

Obituary: Ronald M. Parker, 52, Of Stratford

He was a graduate of Platt Technical High School, class of 1989 and was a self-employed electrician.

Obituary: Mary J. Agagliati, 87, Of Stratford

For 25 years, Mary served as an Executive Administrator at Sikorsky Aircraft. Her commitment and professionalism left an indelible mark.

Obituary: Murray H. ‘Scott’ Morse III, 54, Of Stratford

He was involved in many socially responsible civic & political endeavors in Stratford & thoroughly enjoyed coaching his sons' baseball teams

Obituary: Carolyn M. Kordish, 59, Of Stratford

Carolyn was a truly beautiful, caring person that was filled with love and kindness that touched the lives of all that knew her.

Obituary: Josephine (Joan) Zahlman, 84, Of Stratford

Joan was proud of being the first female director at Burndy Corp. She was a wonderful caring “Mom” to everyone.