Gerry proudly served in the U.S. Navy before being employed as a custodian for 23 years at Branford High School.
A U.S. Air Force veteran, he worked for the Armstrong Rubber Company, Union Trust Bank of New Haven, and the West Haven Board of Education.
He was known as a big-hearted, and generous man to all who knew and loved him.
A true "hockey mom," she devoted her time to her grandchildren after retiring from the West Haven Board of Education.
An employee of the U.S. Postal Service for 40 years, he served as a youth baseball and hockey coach, something he enjoyed immensely.
He retired from the West Haven Police Dept. as a lieutenant after 28 years of dedicated service, and also proudly served in the U.S. Navy.
A U.S. Navy veteran, he climbed the ranks of the West Shore Fire Department and served as Fire Marshal and Chief.
A U.S. Army veteran during the Vietnam War, he owned and operated the former C.B. City of West Haven for more than 35 years.
“Our beautiful memories of her will be forever cherished.”
Tom was a mentor to many truckers and a well-respected figure in his neighborhood. He was always plowing driveways after every snowstorm.
A lifelong Westie, Barbara graduated from West Haven High School, where she excelled on the softball team. She was a kind-hearted individual
Michael’s retail career included 30 years of management in several departments at Sears, before he retired from CVS.
Lynda led a full & active life. She had a long banking career as a manager, then served as treasurer for the City of West Haven from 1985-89
For many years, Betsy was co-owner of the Nursery School By the Sea in West Haven. She also spent many years working in medical billing.
She owned and operated Teachers IV Ballroom Dance Studio in West Haven for 40 years, and retired from West Haven Public Schools in 2013.
Steve was a one-of-a-kind, gentle giant. He worked as a tow truck driver for Center Towing and Wrecking for many years.
As a teen, he was a member and became Master Councilor of the Order of Demolay in West Haven.
A U.S. Army Veteran, he was a hard worker and was often found doing odd jobs all around to help others in need.
Linda was a graduate of West Haven High School and went on to work for the Armstrong Rubber Co. and later for Miles/Bayer Labs.
At the time of his death, Rodney was a driver for RWS (Residential Waste System).
He was employed at Madison Polymeric Engineering as a receiving manager/driver.
Retired after 26 years with the WHFD, he had a 2nd career at Masonicare in Wallingford for over 20 years as Director of Community Services.
Brian proudly served his county in the U.S. Air Force. He had many professions prior to his retirement.
A Quinnipiac University graduate, she worked as a paralegal for the Law Offices of Yolen & Perzin in New Haven for more than 20 years.
A graduate of Carnegie Mellon, Dennis worked in finance for many years at the West Haven Veterans Hospital until his retirement.
Mark, who enjoyed listening to music, watching movies, and cheering for the Raiders, adored his family, and he will be forever missed.
Mike loved his family, friends, boats, motorcycles, cars and anything else with an engine. He was a standout hockey player in high school.
A standout baseball player at West Haven High School, Aaron was a beautiful soul with radiant energy & will be missed by family & friends.
Mike was a member of the West Haven Volunteer Engine Company 4 for 45 years and Captain for 35 years, the longest of any member to-date.
He brought so much love, laughter and light into the lives of all who knew and loved him. Jimbo was greatly loved and will be deeply missed.
Sebastian loved animals, music, being outdoors, family gatherings, and vacations in Montauk and Vermont in his childhood.
He established his masonry career of 23 years for the City of West Haven before retiring in 2012.
Arleen graduated as Valedictorian from West Haven High School and went on to further her education at Southern CT State University.
In her earlier years, Jeri worked at the Webb Shop in Allingtown. Later on, she served as secretary at the Edward L. Bennett Rink.
A U.S. Army veteran, Tom was the consummate “Westie” and he held immense optimism for his hometown of West Haven.
A U.S. Air Force veteran, he worked as a computer programmer for Amtote Systems and also worked for the USPS until his retirement.
Rich retired from the Connecticut D.O.T. where he worked in maintenance and then transferred to Storrs.
She loved baking, cooking, gardening, traveling, movies and going to the casino and spending time with her grandchildren.
She taught for 43 years in the Milford School system & was an Adjunct Supervisor for Sacred Heart University & the University of Bridgeport.
Bill served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. An electrician by trade, he was a proud member of I.B.E.W. Local 90.