Walter, who served 48 years with the West Haven Police Department, was a member of the West Haven Elks and the West Haven Emerald Society.
Lou earned a bachelor’s degree from Quinnipiac, where he also played baseball, & was a professional in the trucking industry for many years.
A West Haven teacher for over 30 years, he will be cherished forever by family and friends, as well as his thousands of previous students.
A lifelong Westie, Jim played on the 1959 Bailey football team that went undefeated, untied & unscored upon, & for West Haven High football.
Lori-Ann was a proud and active supporter of the Native American Indian Tribes of South Dakota.
Prior to her retirement, Jennie was a custodian for the West Haven Board of Education.
Starr, a cashier at Stop & Shop who loved her co-workers and customers, had a great sense of humor & could bring laughter into any situation
Robin was a technician for Circuit Brakes Sales N.E., Inc. for many years, and a member of the Polish American Club & West Haven Elks Club.
A proud U.S. Navy Veteran, Wiliam worked for SNET and upon retirement became a Crossing Guard for the City of West Haven.
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.
“Otis was a very smart, charming and charismatic man. He was truly one of a kind. He was very outgoing and lived his life to the fullest.”
Ricky, who worked as a roofer for various construction companies, was a talented carpenter and previously worked in the jewelry industry.
His favorite hobbies included flying his drone, playing video games with his brother, building model planes & family trips to Disney World.
Prior to his retirement from the U.S. Postal Service, Joe was well known throughout West Haven as a mail carrier.
A kind and easygoing gentleman, Buzzy was well-known and appreciated by his colleagues of 22 years at Yale University.
An auto parts specialist for local retailers, he was a talented musician, avid reader and a loving, kind, thoughtful man with a huge heart.
From his work experiences, Dave was a handyman through and through. His biggest accomplishments in life were his wife and daughters.
For many years Marion was a waitress, but prior to her retirement, she worked as a bookkeeper for Fritz & Hawley.
Family was his passion and he also loved hockey - coaching, watching and playing. He played for Quinnipiac, ND-Fairfield, and the Dinosaurs.
He was honorably discharged from the Army National Guard. He retired from Graybar Electric after 20 years of service.
A lifelong Westie and an employee of Alinabal of Milford, Ryan was loved by both family and friends.
A lifelong Westie, Pam was a champion swimmer during her high school years and broke several long-standing records.
Joan had such a big heart and enjoyed making sure everyone around her was happy. She touched so many lives and will be deeply missed.
A U.S. Army veteran, he was a member of Union Local 1 for over 45 years and worked throughout CT as a mason and bricklayer.
Known as “Mr. Christmas of West Haven,” he set up his epic displays in October, plugged in on Thanksgiving night with a line down the street
Well known in West Haven for his bartending skills, Paul owned the former Whitey’s Café. He was a standout goalie for Notre Dame-West Haven.
She was an Art Educator in the West Haven School System for 33 years, & was a visual artist and pioneer in the medium of scanner photography
Michael retired from the Bic Corporation in Milford after 37 years of employment. He was always proud of his Irish heritage.
John and his brother Steve founded Taylor Business Systems in 1982, while working together in the copier and fax machine field.
Her love for children led to a career with the West Haven Board of Education until she retired from Savin Rock Community School.
“Jennifer was a kind, generous and loving person, qualities she passed on to her children. She will remain in our hearts forever.”
From childhood to adulthood, Ruchir poured his heart for others. His passion for life was met only by his passion for family and friends.
Richard worked at several car dealerships in the area. His greatest enjoyment was riding and maintaining his Harley and working on cars.
Ryan was a strong and active member of the Habitat for Humanity team. His hobbies included various sports, photography, and astronomy.
She worked as a registered nurse at St. Raphael’s, Verdi 5 North, and later for VNA providing home care to her community’s most vulnerable.
Nettie worked at Sam’s Club in Orange in many roles, from before they opened their doors to the public until they closed.
A U.S. Army veteran, he will be remembered for his easy laugh, extreme generosity toward family and friends, and his innate humor.
Beloved Son and Brother
John, also known by many as “Johnny Cal” was a carpenter by trade. He retired from the City of West Haven, after many years of employment.
Theresa worked as a waitress at Jerri's Luncheonette. Over the years she has developed a strong and lasting relationship with her customers.