All Tributes - Milford, CT

Diane F. Sawicki, 80, long-time resident of Maspeth, NY, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2019. She was born on March 12, 1939, in the Polish neighborhood of Greenpoint Brooklyn, NY to the late Walter and Anna Strumczinska Sawicki. Diane worked as a legal secretary for a number of well-known law firms, the most prestigious of which was the “White Glove” firm of Donovan, Leisure, Newton & Irving located in Rockefeller Center in NYC. She was deeply religious and very...

Eleanor Mullaney, 81, of Milford, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2019. She was born on August 13, 1938 in Manhattan, NY to the late Joseph and Josephine Stekel. Eleanor retired after 30 years of dedicated service from Metro-North Railroad as a much admired and loved employee. Ellie was the happiest when surrounded by her family. She was the “best grandmother” and greatly enjoyed Sunday dinner gatherings. Ellie was a volunteer in many capacities at St. Mary School, where...

Robert Anthony Ancefsky, Sr., 81, of Milford, beloved husband of Marie Rose Demers, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2019. Robert was born on October 29, 1938 in Bridgeport, CT to the late Watson A. Ancefsky and Jean M. Pominowski. Services will be privately held.

  Arthur W. Linsley, 84, of Orange, beloved husband for 65 years to Joan (Pannone) Linsley, passed away on November 30, 2019. Arthur was born on July 7, 1935 in West Haven to the late Merwin and Anna (Bornemen) Linsley.    As an electrician, Arthur worked hard to establish his own business “Arts’ Electric”, which is now Linsley Electric owned by his son and grandsons. Arthur had many interests; he was a lifetime-member award recipient from City Point Yacht...

Anthony Peter Maratea II, 65, of New Haven, passed away on November 28, 2019. Born on September 20, 1954 in New Haven, he was the son of the late Anna and Anthony P. Maratea.    Anthony fell in love with trains at an early age, collecting models all the way to present day. He was an avid food connoisseur, talented sign painter and a big jokester (BIG JOKESTER), never failing to light up a room. Most importantly, Anthony loved his family, especially his two boys. Anthony is...

Nancy Tripner Sykes passed away peacefully in the early morning of Wednesday November 27, 2019, while in hospice care at the Masonicare Health Center in Wallingford, CT.  Born in Chester, PA on February 8, 1927, Nancy was the daughter of the late Curtis George Tripner and Helen Lutes Tripner.  She was the beloved wife of the late Richard C. Sykes; loving sister of Carol Midgley and her husband David of...

Suzanne Noel (Robillard), formerly of Stratford, died on Monday, November 25, 2019 in Bridgeport, CT after a brief illness. She was 89. Suzanne was born on June 25, 1930 in Richmond, P. Quebec, Canada. In 1950 she married Jean-Paul Noel and moved to United States and together raised their daughter Murielle. Suzanne retired from Sikorsky Aircraft after 29 years in blade production primarily for helicopters. Suzanne along with her husband were avid travelers going cross country with their...

David “Dave” Robert Cox, 65, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2019 surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. He was the son of the late Alfred and Mary Cox.  Dave leaves behind his beloved wife of 24 years, Tina Latulippe Cox. He was a loving father to Hillary (Joe) Defeo and Gary and Kevin Cox. Stepfather to Stephanie (Tom) Ferraro and Jimmy (Ashley Auddino) Cullen. Proud Pop Pop to Brayden Defeo, Stella and Cole Ferraro. He is also...

Darren George Connolly, 53, of Bridgeport, passed away on November 22, 2019. Darren was born on September 28, 1966 to Leona Collette and George Connolly. Per the family's request, no services are being held.

Donald T. Ryan, 75, of Milford, beloved husband of 54 years to JoAnne Archer Ryan, passed away peacefully in his home on November 21. Born on May 12, 1944 in Hartford, he was the son of the late Russell and Mary (Gleason) Ryan and grew up in Windsor Locks.    Don was an avid bowler who participated in many local leagues and tournaments and was awarded several rings for perfect 300 games. Don loved traveling with his wife after his retirement from R&R Manufacturing in Seymour....