Obituary: Thomas P. Turpin, 67, Of West Haven

Tom was a mentor to many truckers and a well-respected figure in his neighborhood. He was always plowing driveways after every snowstorm.

Obituary: Barbara J. Mayberry, 56, Of West Haven

A lifelong Westie, Barbara graduated from West Haven High School, where she excelled on the softball team. She was a kind-hearted individual

Obituary: Michael J. Mikenis, 71, Of West Haven

Michael’s retail career included 30 years of management in several departments at Sears, before he retired from CVS.

Obituary: Lynda M. Kelly, 75, Of West Haven

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

Obituary: Elizabeth (Betsy) Peters, 82, Of West Haven

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.

Obituary: Gail Ruth Marcella, 83, Of West Haven

She owned and operated Teachers IV Ballroom Dance Studio in West Haven for 40 years, and retired from West Haven Public Schools in 2013.

Obituary: Stephen R. Deer III, 56, Of West Haven

Steve was a one-of-a-kind, gentle giant. He worked as a tow truck driver for Center Towing and Wrecking for many years.

Obituary: James W. Crawford Jr., 51; Formerly Of West Haven

As a teen, he was a member and became Master Councilor of the Order of Demolay in West Haven.

Obituary: Richard ‘Ricky’ Anthony McDonald Sr., 63, Of 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.

Obituary: Linda J. Altvater, 84, Of West Haven

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.

Obituary: Rodney P. Vreeland, 57, Of West Haven

At the time of his death, Rodney was a driver for RWS (Residential Waste System).

Obituary: Jimmie Lee Wilson IV, 41, Of West Haven

He was employed at Madison Polymeric Engineering as a receiving manager/driver.

Obituary: Richard C. Memmott Sr., Ret. WHFD, 78, Of West Haven

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.

Obituary: Brian R. Beckwith, 64, Of West Haven

Brian proudly served his county in the U.S. Air Force. He had many professions prior to his retirement.

Obituary: Giuseppina Bisceglia Routh, 49, Of West Haven

A Quinnipiac University graduate, she worked as a paralegal for the Law Offices of Yolen & Perzin in New Haven for more than 20 years.

Obituary: Dennis J. Rapini, 73, Of West Haven

A graduate of Carnegie Mellon, Dennis worked in finance for many years at the West Haven Veterans Hospital until his retirement.

Obituary: Mark Anthony Roberts, 60, Of West Haven

Mark, who enjoyed listening to music, watching movies, and cheering for the Raiders, adored his family, and he will be forever missed.

Obituary: Michael A. Segal, 39, Of West Haven

Mike loved his family, friends, boats, motorcycles, cars and anything else with an engine. He was a standout hockey player in high school.

Obituary: Aaron W. Sellner, 49, Of West Haven

A standout baseball player at West Haven High School, Aaron was a beautiful soul with radiant energy & will be missed by family & friends.

Obituary: Michael S. Cacace, 67, Of West Haven

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.

Obituary: James D. Nash, 58, Of West Haven

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.

Obituary: Sebastian Albert Vitale, 38, Of West Haven

Sebastian loved animals, music, being outdoors, family gatherings, and vacations in Montauk and Vermont in his childhood.

Obituary: Charles L. ‘Chucky’ Moore, 71; Formerly Of West Haven

He established his masonry career of 23 years for the City of West Haven before retiring in 2012.

Obituary: Arleen Katherine Whelan, 84; Formerly Of West Haven

Arleen graduated as Valedictorian from West Haven High School and went on to further her education at Southern CT State University.

Obituary: Jeri Cavallaro Marchitto, 89, Of West Haven

In her earlier years, Jeri worked at the Webb Shop in Allingtown. Later on, she served as secretary at the Edward L. Bennett Rink.

Obituary: Thomas E. Gallagher Jr., 80, Of West Haven

A U.S. Army veteran, Tom was the consummate “Westie” and he held immense optimism for his hometown of West Haven.

Obituary: Fred A. Morgillo, 83, 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.

Obituary: Richard P. Hill, 72, Of West Haven

Rich retired from the Connecticut D.O.T. where he worked in maintenance and then transferred to Storrs.

Obituary: Anne Proto DeFrank, 92, Of West Haven

She loved baking, cooking, gardening, traveling, movies and going to the casino and spending time with her grandchildren.

Obituary: Ethel Theresa McManus, 85, Of West Haven

She taught for 43 years in the Milford School system & was an Adjunct Supervisor for Sacred Heart University & the University of Bridgeport.

Obituary: William Blake Shea, 74, Of West Haven

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.

Obituary: James Goldsmith, 64, Of West Haven

Jimmy worked as a contractor for several years and was the former business owner to both JG Painters and The Thirsty Turtle Cafe.

Obituary: John L. Pistolesi, 58, Of West Haven

He was the owner and operator of Johnny’s Wash Dry Fold and, with his mother, they owned and operated the former Sack of Suds Laundromat.

Obituary: Richard ‘Rick’ Kresmery, 67, Of West Haven

Rick served his country proudly in the U.S. Air Force. Prior to his retirement, he worked as letter carrier for the U.S.P.S.

Obituary: Arthur J. Pfaff Jr., 73; Formerly Of West Haven

An ultimate family man, he was a U.S. Navy veteran, worked for BW Manufacturing, U.S. Surgical & retired from Platt & LaBonia in North Haven

Obituary: Robert J. Boucher Jr., 75, Of West Haven

A West Haven High School graduate, he was an avid sports enthusiast and established a career in food service supply.

Obituary: Gloria H. Weber, 90, Of West Haven

She worked for many years at the West Haven Public Library, forging lifelong friendships with her colleagues.

Obituary: Shirley Shove Sisson, 70; Formerly Of West Haven

A dedicated teacher, she enjoyed teaching elementary school children in the West Haven public school system.

Obituary: Natalie Marie (Guiliano) DeRosa, 75, Of West Haven

A West Haven Italian-American of the Year, Natalie tirelessly volunteered on many committees to improve life in the city.

Obituary: Peter Daniel DeBassio, 57, Of West Haven

Peter was working as a 6th Grade science teacher at East Shore Middle School. His entire career was based on serving and caring for others.