Joan M. (Antignani) Mantone

Joan M. (Antignani) Mantone of Trumbull was delivered into the loving arms of The Lord, Our Father on January 11, 2015 with her devoted family by her side.

Joan was born June 20, 1962 to the late Ralph (Antignani) Anthony and Nicolina DeMasi Antignani, the fifth of eight children.

She was raised in the North End of Bridgeport and attended area schools graduating from Central High School in 1980. She was a member of The National Honor Society and was awarded the Florence E. Batchelor Scholarship, a four year scholarship that is awarded to one graduating senior per year.

She earned a Bachelor of Science in Math and Statistics from the University of Connecticut in 1985 and an MBA from Sacred Heart University in 1991, and was a member of the Delta Mu Delta National Business Honor Society having achieved a 3.95 GPA.

Joan worked in business primarily in Finance for various companies in the Fairfield County Region. She rose to the Executive level and was a Senior Vice President of Finance at ICR, LLC. Her most recent position was in the Finance Department in the Town of Trumbull.

Joan was passionate about many things: she was a life- long learner and became a Realtor in 2003. She was an agent with Keller Williams in Trumbull. She loved to read, sing, dance, draw, watch movies, write poetry and stories especially for her children, write songs, entertain for the holidays and throw parties. She made the traditional Italian dishes and desserts for the holidays that were passed down to her from her mother.

She was an athlete having run track in high school as a sprinter, played baseball and softball into her late 40’s, was a competitive bodybuilder and powerlifter. She retired from softball to coach her daughters in the sport. She was a Yankee fanatic and her softball jersey was always #5 like Joe DiMaggio. Derek Jeter was her all- time favorite player.

Joan was devoted to her Faith and was a Communicant and Catechist Teacher at St. Theresa Roman Catholic Church in Trumbull. She was a member of the PTA and volunteered at the children’s school (s).

Joan is survived by her twin daughters, the two loves of her life, Isabella Nicole Mantone and Savannah Marie Mantone of Trumbull, her sisters and brothers-in-law, Diana and Gerald Goldstein of Naugatuck, Nancy and Ronald Long of Stratford; sister and best friend, Teresa Antignani of Bridgeport; brothers James Antignani of Shelton and John Antignani of Bridgeport; life- long friends who were like her sisters, Bonnie Searles of Huntington and Elizabeth Plavcan of Newington; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Marlene and Ward Burling of Seymour; step children, Becky Mantone of Fairfield, August Mantone, Jr. of Ansonia, Brian and wife Sabrina Mantone of Bridgeport, Stephanie and Kristen Mantone of Bridgeport and Michelle and husband Brian Hychko of Bridgeport; step-grandchildren, Ashley, Erika, Jasmine and Ricardo Sanchez, Janessa Rosado, August Mantone, III, and Brian Hychko, Jr.; step-great granddaughter, Makayla Sierra; goddaughter and niece and husband Jessica and Igli Telo, nieces Rachel and Sara Goldstein, nieces Jaime and husband Brian Nichols, niece Carrie Poppa, nephew Matthew Dalvano; great nieces, Mia Telo and Elena Gianelli, Alyssa Mendoza; great nephews, Josh Poppa, Tyler and Ashton Nichols, and great-great niece Jayla Mendoza; special godchildren Tory Searles and James Plavcan; Aunts, Teresa Vitello, Rosemary Antignani, Gloria Antignani, Helen DeMasi and Uncle Joseph DeMasi.

In addition to her beloved parents she was predeceased by her brothers, Louis and Joseph Antignani and her former husband, August Mantone. She had very close relationships with many of her cousins and close friends.

The family would like to thank Father Brian Gannon for his support, prayers and visits to Joan, Dr. Azodi and his staff; Dr. Neil Fishbach and his staff, especially nurses Lisa, Denise and Amber, technicians Amanda, Karen and Maria for their compassionate care; the nurses and PCT’s at Bridgeport Hospital West Tower 7; Kim Bielecki and Philana of Bridgeport Hospital for their devotion to Joan; The Interventional Radiation Team at Advanced Radiation and Bridgeport Hospital, especially Matt, Marita, Jen, and Debbie.

Funeral services will take place on Friday, January 16, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. in the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull, and at 11:00 a.m. in St. Theresa Church, Trumbull for a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull. Relatives and friends may call on Thursday from 3-8 p.m.

For more information or to leave an online condolence, visit us at www.abriola.com.

Donald James Bierwirth

Donald James Bierwirth, age 71, of West Haven, CT, beloved husband of Judy Ann Butz Bierwirth, died peacefully at Yale New Haven Hospital on January 19, 2015.

Born in Derby on November 22, 1943, he was the son of the late George and Elva Montgomery Bierwirth.

Mr. Bierwirth was raised in Shelton where he played varsity football and later moved to Seymour and graduated from Seymour High Seymour. A current resident of West Haven for 12 years, he formerly resided in Shelton for 14 years.

Mr. Bierwirth attended the University of Bridgeport, Sacred Heart University and graduated from Charter Oak College with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Criminal Justice. He was employed by the State of CT as a Judicial Marshall, serving in the New Haven Superior Court for many years until the time of his retirement.

Mr. Bierwirth was a member of NRA, Governor’s Footguard, loved riding his Harley Davidson, and enjoyed many cruises to the Caribbean with his wife.

In addition to his wife of 30 years, he is survived by his devoted son, Donald James Bierwirth, Jr. of New Haven; cherished granddaughter, Brianna Bierwirth of Southington; brothers, John Bierwirth of Hudson, FL, Guy Bierwirth of OK; sister, Elaine (Bob) Pronovost of New Haven; brother-in-laws, George (Helen) Butz of MA, Jerry Butz of Beacon Falls, Ronald (Martha) Butz of Trumbull and John (Robin) Butz of Stratford; his loyal german shepherd, Jasmine; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was predeceased by sister, Jacquie Bierwirth and brother-in-law, David Butz.

Funeral services are private. The Wakelee Memorial Funeral Home, 167 Wakelee Avenue, Ansonia, is in care of arrangements.

Online condolences may be made at www.wakeleememorial.com.

William Edward Russo went to be with the Lord Jesus on Saturday, January 17th, 2015. William or “Bill” as most of his friends and family called him, was 90 years old.

He is survived by the love of his life and wife of nearly 70 years, Doris McClune Russo. Bill is also survived by his four children, Bill Russo of Farmington, Maine, Patty Corey of Trumbull, Teresa Russo Labak of Woodstock and David Russo also of Trumbull.

His eyes would light up when he talked of his twelve beloved grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

He was born on October First, 1925 to Patrick and Mamie Russo and was proud to serve in the U.S. Navy during World War Two. Upon returning home he worked for the Trumbull Post Office. He was also employed by the Trumbull Recreation Department for over 40 years during which time he started the popular town Roller-Skating Program earning the nickname, “Mr. Roller-skating”.

He supervised the Town’s outdoor pools, Men’s Basketball League and Open Gym Program. He also was a long-time High School Football Official. A devoted member of the Black Rock Congregational Church for more than 50 years, he served the Lord in a multitude of ways including Head Usher.

Bill Russo will always be remembered as a sweet and gentle man who loved people, loved the Lord and would always give you a Peppermint lifesaver.

Friends are invited to attend his funeral service on January 23, DIRECTLY at Black Rock Congregational Church 3685 Black Rock Turnpike Fairfield. Interment will be private. Friends may greet the family on Thursday from 4-8 p.m. at the Cyril F. Mullins Funeral Home 399 White Plains Rd. Trumbull.

To leave an online condolence please visit www.mullinsfh.com.

Beth Nundy Simons

Beth Nundy Simons, 71, of Trumbull, CT, passed away on January 14th, 2015.

Mary Thomas Nundy and Lloyd Nundy gave birth to Beth Louise on May 3, 1943 in Westfield, NY.

Beth had an idyllic, small-town, rural childhood along with her deceased brother, Thomas, and sister, Kay Hall. She graduated with a BA from Buffalo State University. Beth organized church summer camps for many years, she was an extremely active member in the Trumbull school system while her four kids attended, and a beloved member of the Tashua neighborhood and Trumbull community.

Beth always had a graceful, positive attitude even though she had been fighting a disorder for 25+ years that restricted her to a motorized lark, though this never effected her mental faculties. She never complained, never wanted sympathy, never wanted you to worry about her – always worrying and caring about others. Through to the end, she fought to make sure the rest of us didn’t know what she was going through.

Stubborn, selfless and ever the protector for the ones she loved. Beth’s strength and sense of humor will be missed but we all have learned from her and gained so much from knowing her.

She has left her husband of nearly 50 years, Brian Simons, and her four children, Sam Simons of Easton, CT, Keith Simons of Monrore, CT, Mary Simons of Lincoln, VT, and Molly Simons-Smith of Monore, CT, daughter-in-law Amy Simons and son-in-law Reed Smith, nine grandchildren and many cherished nieces and nephews.

Her loving family was what kept her spirit as strong as it was.

Relatives and friends can greet the family at a memorial gathering celebrating her life on Saturday January 24, 2015 at the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull from 1-3 p.m. A service will take place at 3 pm in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, her wishes were that memorial donations be made to Center For Family Justice, 753 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604 or any women’s shelter in your area.

For more information or to leave an online condolence, visit us at www.abriola.com.

Mary L. Chengges, age 89, of Trumbull, beloved wife of the late James L. Chengges, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2015 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Port Huron, MI on July 24, 1925, she was a daughter of the late Abraham Shaheen and Lillian Margaret George Shaheen.

She was a longtime resident of Trumbull and was very active at the Trumbull Senior Center. She was a loving mother and wife and will be dearly missed by her children and all who knew her.

Survivors include her two loving children, Jim Chengges and Dori Reap and her husband Ed of Tucson, Arizona.

Funeral Services will take place on Thursday, January 22, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Rd., Trumbull. Interment will follow in Nichols Village Cemetery.

For more information or to leave an online condolence, visit us at www.abriola.com.

Beatrice L. (Allsop) Gleason, August 24, 1926 to January 12, 2015; of Westside, IA, and formerly of Dennis, MA, Morrison, IL, Carroll, IA, Trumbull, CT, Stamford, CT and Elyria OH; much loved wife of John Gleason for 53 years before his passing in 2004; following a brief illness.

She was predeceased by her brothers, Bernard and Leonard Allsop and is survived by her children, Dennis of Boxford, MA, Gail (Hahn) of Trumbull, CT, Timothy of Ames, IA, Kerry (Schoessler) of Arcadia, IA, Teresa of Omaha, NE and Patrick of Carlsbad, CA; by her 13 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

She lived for her family and loved the beach, playing the piano, singing, gardening and reading. Nana, as she was known to her grandchildren and great grandchildren, never missed Jeopardy, played a mean game of Scrabble and was the life of the party at family events. She loved to shop, taught her daughters the key to finding a great bargain and was known for her love of all things sparkly. She passed on her humor and independent spirit to all of her children.

A mass of Christian Burial was celebrated with family members at Saint Margaret Mary Parish in Omaha on January 14. There will be a memorial service at Cyril F. Mullins Funeral Home, 399 White Plains Road, Trumbull, CT. at 10:00 AM on Saturday, January 31, followed by interment at St. Johns Cemetery, 25 Camp Avenue, Darien, CT.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her name may be made to Catholic Relief Services (www.crs.org/) or to a charity of your choice.

To leave an online condolence please visit www.mullinsfh.com.

George J. Kalapos Sr., age 91, of Trumbull, CT, beloved husband of Rose DeSimone Kalapos, died peacefully on Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at St. Vincent’s Medical Center with his loving family by his side.

Born on April 11, 1923, he was the son of the late Julius J. and Ethel Benson Kalapos. George graduated from Bassick High School and attended Bridgeport Junior College until he was drafted into the military. As a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, he served as a Surgical Technician at the 178th General Hospital in Rheims, France; supporting the Battle of the Bulge. Before his retirement in 1985, he was an Experimental Test Technician at Sikorsky Aircraft, with over 27 years of dedicated service; and he was also a tool & die maker.

George enjoyed woodworking, including the construction of a speed boat, and loved building and flying radio controlled model airplanes, for which he won many awards. He was also a former member of the Westbrook Elks Lodge # 1784.

George had a great sense responsibility for his family and had a true love for his wife, Rose. He was a kind, gentle, and quiet man, who will be missed by all who knew him.

In addition to his beloved wife of 66 years, Rose, survivors include three loving children: George J. Kalapos Jr., and his wife Felicia of Stratford; Richard J. Kalapos and his wife Katherine of Deep River; and Mary Ann Kovacic and her husband Ivan of Fairfield. His eight cherished grandchildren include, Jennifer Kalapos Parker and her husband Jay, Jessica Kalapos Carroll and her husband Brian, Jaclyn Kalapos-Rios and her husband Jim, Jeffrey Z. Kalapos and his wife Kelsey, Kristine E. Kalapos, Scott J. Kalapos, Sara Rossley and her husband John, and Lindsay Elizabeth Kovacic. He is also survived by nine adored great grandchildren.

Friends are invited to meet directly at St. Theresa’s Church, 5301 Main St., Trumbull on Friday, January 23, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. for a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment with military honors will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull. There will be no calling hours.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull.

For further information or to leave an online condolence, visit us at www.abriola.com.

Sylvia S. Quinn

Sylvia S. Quinn, 100, beloved wife of the late Edward Quinn, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at her home at “Cottage Quinn” in Windsor.

Born in Trumbull on March 2, 1914 to the late Selma and John Stohl, she lived almost all of her life in Trumbull before moving to Windsor after she lost her only daughter, Margaret Q. Orloske, in the September 11th Terrorist Attacks in 2001.

She was an avid hiker all of her life, and was able to complete most of the northern half of the Appalachian Trail before hanging up her hiking boots. An avid swimmer, she did laps every morning until 2001, usually with one or more of her swimming buddies.

Sylvia was a lifelong member of the Connecticut Audubon Society and the family has suggested anyone wishing to make a donation in Sylvia’s name, to do so to: Connecticut Audubon Society; 314 Unquowa Road Fairfield, CT 06824.

No services are planned, per Mrs. Quinn’s wishes, but her ashes will be spread throughout the natural spaces she ‘so loved during her life.

Mrs. Quinn is survived by her grandson Stephen E. Orloske and several nieces, nephews, rediscovered cousins in Sweden, and a cadre of friends; many of whom celebrated her 100th Birthday with her this past March.

For online condolences please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com.

Carolyn L. Mardozian Piazza, age 73, of Trumbull, beloved wife of the late Robert S. Piazza Sr., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Waterbury with her loving family by her side.

Born in Bridgeport on September 9, 1941, she was a daughter of the late Martin and Antonetta DeLucia Mardozian and was a graduate of Warren Harding High School.

She was a loving and dedicated mother and grandmother who always put the needs of her family first. Her strong will and family values will continue to live on through her family, she will be deeply missed.

Survivors include four loving children, Robert S. Piazza Jr., and his wife Stephanie of Trumbull, Randall Piazza of Trumbull, Craig Piazza and his wife Fredi of Florida and Cheryl Messina of Trumbull, three cherished grandchildren, Lindsay Pereguda and her husband Tomasz, Robert S. Piazza III and Jack Messina Jr., a sister, Joyce A. Mardozian of Bridgeport; dear cousins, Grace Pastorok and June Matyjasik, as well as additional cousins and many dear friends.

She was predeceased by her son-in-law, Jack Messina Sr.

Friends are invited to meet directly in Christ the King Church, 4700 Madison Ave, Trumbull on Tuesday, January 27, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. for a Mass of Christian Burial. Relatives and friends may greet the family on Monday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at The Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull.

For further information or to leave an online condolence, visit us at www.abriola.com.

Frank Fedir Stuban

Frank Fedir Stuban, 92, of Seymour, died peacefully, after receiving the Sacrament of Last Rites at the home of his daughter Susan in Trumbull. He was surrounded by his family.

Mr. Stuban was born in the village of Berezok, Bojko Region, Ukraine, on December 20, 1922. He was the son of the late Maksym and Maria (Pikulickyj) Stuban. He was the beloved husband of Helene Bruchmann Stuban for 57 years.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his three children, son LtCol (Dr.) Steven Stuban U.S. Army (Ret) of Fairfax, VA; daughter and son-in-law, Attorneys Susan and Thomas Monks of Trumbull; and daughter and son-in-law Attorneys Lydia and Chris Antoniou of Potomac, MD. Mr. Stuban has seven grandchildren, LTJG Lydia Monks USCG of Key West, FL; Paul, Bridget, Patrick and Peter Monks of Trumbull and Christine and Suzanne Antoniou of Potomac. He is also survived by close relatives in Berwick and Ambridge, PA, Australia and Ukraine and a sister in law Christa Baraniak of Rochester, NY.

He was predeceased by his two brothers, Stefan Bachur and Nicholas Stuban, his grandson Nicholas Stuban and his daughter in law, LtCol Sandra Lesher Stuban, U.S.A. Army and his American mentor/cousin Ted Stuban.

In 1939, at the age of 17, Stuban was on a train to a seminary in Poland to study for the priesthood. Enroute, the train was halted by the German SS and he was forced on a cattle train to Germany where he worked in forced labor camps for the duration of WWII. He often spoke of his liberation by the US Army and was determined to find a new home in the United States. After the war, he worked in Germany, Holland, France and England.

He settled in Nottingham, England working in a lace factory. While in England, Frank and his Ukrainian Dance Troupe performed for the Royal Family, and he personally danced with Princess Margaret. His dream eventually came true when his uncle, John Stuban and cousin Evelyn of Berwick, sponsored him to come to the United States in 1954.

He arrived in the U.S. aboard the SS United States and was greeted by his cousins Ted and Vee Stuban. He then found employment in NYC and lived in the lower east side Ukrainian community where he married. He was a member of the Ukranian Dumka Choir.

After visiting fellow camp buddies in Seymour, he fell in love with the beautiful landscape of the valley region and Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Ansonia. He then cleared a lot and built his own house in Seymour and moved his family there in 1960. He was employed as a laborer for 28 years by the Nichols Engineering Corp in Shelton, retiring in 1983.

Frank was an active volunteer, spending countless hours in religious and community organizations. His most notable accomplishment is to have taught thousands of students in Ukrainian folk dancing, singing, language and culture. He was very proud of his Ukrainian heritage and was eager to share his knowledge, especially in the art of decorating Ukrainian Easter eggs, “pysanky.”

He was chairman of performing arts for the 125th Anniversary of Seymour and the 200th Anniversary of our Nation celebrations. He was a member and board of director of the Valley Arts Council. He was a member and officer of the Seymour Historical Society and Valley Transit Commission. He was elected to serve on Seymour’s Library board as a director and treasurer. He was a member of Seymour’s Democratic Town Committee for 20 years and elected to the Seymour Board of Selectmen. He was twice a candidate for Connecticut State Representative from the 125th Legislative District. He was commissioner and chairman of Seymour’s Economic Development Commission for 10 years. He was an executive board member for the Valley’s Special Olympics.

Frank, a fourth degree Knight of Columbus, was recently honored with the Venerable Father Michael McGiveny Service Award. He was treasurer of the American Russian Club in Shelton for many years. He was secretary and treasurer of the Ukrainian National Association Branch 67 since 1988. He was a devoted parishioner of Sts. Peter and Paul Church Ansonia since 1959 and member of the Holy Name Society. The Church hosted a banquet in his honor for his service to the church in May of 2013. Stuban was proud of his children’s military service and education accomplishments. He gardened up until his 91st year and enjoyed sharing the bounty of his labor. He also was an avid contributor to several local newspapers with news articles and pictures. Special thank you to Thomas and Susan Monks and his grandchildren for caring for Frank in their home, and also thank you to special neighbors the Wilhelm’s, Di Giovannis’, Dlugokenski’s, and Herman Szalek.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Holy Name Society of Sts. Peter and Paul Church. Funeral services will take place on Monday, January 26, 2015 at 9:00 AM from the Wakelee Memorial Funeral Home, 167 Wakelee Avenue, Ansonia. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at 10:00 AM in Sts. Peter and Paul Church, 105 Clifton Ave., Ansonia. Springtime interment will take place in Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery, Derby. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday, January 25, 2015, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM; Panakhida at 6:30PM.

Online condolences may be made at www.wakeleememorial.com.

Jack Edward Martie

Jack Edward Martie, 83, of Georgetown, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, January 10th in Denver, Colorado, after a brief illness. Just last August, his loving wife of 58 years, Sue, passed from his life, and he joins her again now.

Jack, one of three children born to Willard and Julia Martie of Mokena, Illinois, is predeceased by his twin sister, Mrs. Joanne Marshall, and is survived by his younger sister, Mrs. Barbara Brodersen, of Munster, Indiana. He also leaves two sons and their wives, John and Donna Martie, of Littleton, Colorado and Charles and Katherine Martie, of East Haddam, Connecticut. He also leaves five grandchildren: Christopher and his wife, Sveta, Amanda, and Susanne, all of Denver, and Baker and Caleb, of Lexington, Kentucky. His life was also blessed by his great-grandson, Oliver.

Jack was born in Joliet, Illinois and raised in Mokena, a small town that held many fond memories for him. He served in the U.S. Army and took part in the nuclear testing program in Nevada in the early fifties. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Millikin University and an MBA in Marketing from DePaul University. He worked for most of his career at Universal Oil Products, first as a chemist in Des Plaines, Illinois, and later, as Vice President of Marketing for UOP Air Correction in Darien, Connecticut.

He and Sue lived in Trumbull, Connecticut for 35 years where they raised their two sons. They retired to Georgetown, Kentucky, where they were blessed by wonderful friends and neighbors.

Throughout his life, Jack loved basketball, playing on teams in high school, junior college, in the Army, and at UOP. He also loved to play golf, particularly at Hillandale CC in Trumbull, Brownson in Huntington, CT, and at Cherry Blossom in Georgetown.

He cherished the times he could play with his family after work and in particular, with his sons in various Father/Son events. He also loved to fish the lakes of Wisconsin and hunt pheasant, quail, and geese. An avid Chicago Cubs fan, he delighted in watching them play despite never having seen them win a World Series. He also loved college basketball, the Chicago Bears, and the Chicago Bulls.

There will be a private, family memorial ceremony at a future date.

Frederick A. Seltenreich Jr

Frederick A. Seltenreich Jr., age 84, beloved husband of the late Nancy Fetcho Seltenreich, passed away peacefully on Friday January 23, 2015 at his home surrounded by his family.

Born in Bridgeport on January 18, 1931 he was a son of the late Frederick A. Sr. and Helen Banas Seltenreich.

A U.S. Navy veteran, he served his country during the Korean War and was a member of the Sea Bees. Fred was a retired steam fitter for the Teamsters Union Local 777.

‘Freddy” as he was known to many, was loved and well known by his neighbors and friends. Everyone loved his tag sales and “Mr. Fix It” was always there to lend a helping hand. He will truly be missed by all who knew him.

He was predeceased by his son, Keith A. Seltenreich and a brother, Robert Seltenreich.

Survivors include his loving daughter, Kathy Ann Matyas and her husband Stephen A. of Bedford Texas, a cherished granddaughter, Lillian R. Seltenreich of St. Augustine, FL, two brothers, William Seltenreich of Stratford and Richard Seltenreich and his wife Elaine of Huntington, a sister, Marjorie H. Bucci of Trumbull, his companion, Judith Crosby of Derby, as well as several nieces, nephews and many dear friends.

Funeral services will take place on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. in the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull, and at 11:00 a.m. in St. Theresa Church Trumbull, for a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull. Relatives and friends may greet the family on Monday from 4-8 p.m.

For further information or to leave an online condolence, please visit www.abriola.com.

Patricia Parker Magut, 80, of Milford and formerly of Trumbull, beloved wife of the late Michael A. Magut, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 22, 2015 with her loving family by her side.

Born in Bridgeport on February 16, 1934, she was a daughter of the late John and Marie Munson Parker.

Patricia was a retired financial aid adviser for the Sikorsky Federal Credit Union. She was a volunteer at the Milford Senior Center and a member of the Wordsmith Writers Group.

An avid sports fan, Pat was a New York Giant fan and a UCONN Huskies fan and was also very involved in Trumbull Pop Warner. But above all she was a dedicated mother, grandmother and great grandmother who was dedicated to the care and love of her family. She will be truly missed by all who knew her.

Survivors include three loving children, Michael John Magut and his wife Gail of Seymour, Jeffrey P. Magut and his wife Jennifer of Trumbull and Judy Brown of Milford, six cherished grandchildren, Christopher John, Catherine Gail, Catherine Parker, Michael Edward, Krista Nicole, and Damien, 2 great grandchildren, a brother, John (Jerry) Parker of Orange, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will take place on Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. in the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull, and at 10:00 a.m. in St. Stephen’s Church Trumbull, for a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in the St. John’s Cemetery, Monroe. Relatives and friends may greet the family Tuesday from 4-8 p.m.

For further information or to leave an online condolence, please visit www.abriola.com.

Rose M. Caracciola Alfano

Rose M. Caracciola Alfano, age 91, of Trumbull, beloved wife of the late Pasquale Alfano, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2015 at the Jewish Home in Fairfield.

Born in Bridgeport on May 28, 1923, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Caroline D’Amatta Caracciola.

Mrs. Alfano was a U.S. Navy Veteran serving in the WAVES during World War II. Before her retirement, Rose was a lead inspector at AVCO Lycoming with over 20 years of service.

She was a member of the Singing Sweethearts at WICC.

Survivors include her children, Patrick Alfano of Vernon, Donald Alfano and his wife Roxanne of Danbury, Christopher Alfano of Bridgeport, Mary Pereira and her husband Frank of Trumbull and Michael Alfano of SC, a brother, Joseph Caracciola and his wife Barbara of Albany, sisters, Jennie Alfano and her husband Anthony of Bridgeport and Pauline Caraglio of Trumbull. She also leaves six loving grandchildren, seven cherished great grandchildren and an adored great great grandson.

She was predeceased by two brothers and two sisters.

Funeral Services will take place on Friday, January 30, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Rd., Trumbull. Interment will follow in St. Michael’s Cemetery. Friends may call on Friday morning from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.

For more information or to leave an online condolence, visit us at www.abriola.com.

Ray Russell Pallas, 72, of Windham, Maine, formerly of Trumbull, husband of Pamela E. Pallas, died unexpectedly, on January 21, 2015 at his home after a brief illness.

Born in Cortland, New York on April 10, 1942, he was the son of Vernon Russell and Leota (Ray) Pallas. He was raised in Hastings, Michigan and Fairfield Connecticut and was a 1961 graduate of Andrew Warde High School, in Fairfield.

After high school, Ray enrolled at Michigan State University, where he earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in history. All of his life, Ray remained a loyal Michigan State Alumni and was a huge supporter of their football and basketball programs. While living in Michigan, Ray worked for the Michigan Civil Rights Commission.

On July 2, 1964, he married his childhood sweetheart, Pamela M. Elliott in Chappaqua, New York. As a couple, they raised one daughter and this past July, celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary.

In 1970, Ray and Pamela relocated to Maine so he could attend the University Of Maine School Of Law, in Portland. He graduated from there in 1973 with his law degree. That same year, Ray passed the Bar and opened his own law office in Westbrook where he has practiced for the past 42 years.

He was a longtime member of the Cumberland County Bar and the Portland Senior Lawyers. His interests included reading academic history, wood working and renovating his camp in the Sebago Lakes Region. Ray also enjoyed fishing and traveling with his wife, and over the years, he enjoyed great pleasure and comfort in his favorite dogs.

A brother, Wallis Pallas predeceased him in 1995.

Besides his wife, survivors include his daughter, Kiersta Pallas Stallman, of Amherst, New Hampshire, two grandsons, Benjamin and Mitchell Stallman, both of Amherst and his acquired daughter and former exchange student, Gia Blix and her husband Perra along with their two daughters, Erika and Linda, of Ludvika, Sweden.

Ray would want to acknowledge the special strength from his close personal friends of the past 25 years.

There are no visiting hours. A Funeral Service will be held at 12 noon, Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at the Dolby Funeral Chapel, 434 River Road, Windham, Maine. Reverend Sally Colegrove will officiate. Burial will be private.

Those wishing to leave a message of condolence, please visit our web site at: www.dolbyfuneralchapels.com.

Frank J. Tyburski, age 88, of Trumbull, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at his home. He was the beloved husband of Nellie McLaughlin Tyburski.

Born in Flemington, NJ, on March 18, 1926, he was a son of the late Peter and Anna Zientek Tyburski.

Frank was a Sergeant in the US Army, having served honorably during World War II. He later was employed by Microphase Corp of Norwalk, where he worked as an Experimental Machinist before his retirement with more than 25 years of dedicated service.

Frank found great enjoyment tending to his flower gardens and also took great pride in the care and upkeep of his home. He could often be found bird watching in his yard and even was known to feed sparrows directly from his hands. He loved going to tag sales and looked forward to his occasional trip to the casino or traveling with his family.

Frank was extremely patriotic and was proud of the fact that he had never missed the opportunity to exercise his right to cast a vote in any and all elections. A devoted husband, father and grandfather, he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

In addition to his beloved wife of 49 years, Nellie, other survivors include his son, Frank A. Tyburski and his wife Lisa Acerbo of Trumbull, his two cherished granddaughters, Jessica Tyburski and Dominique Martin as well as several nieces and nephews.

Frank was predeceased by his sister, Viola Endris and two brothers, Edward and Joseph Tyburski.

The family would like to thank Dr. Yousuf Ali, cardiologist, for his years of care, the West Haven VA Medical Center, and Lori and Jen, his home healthcare professionals.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 26, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Theresa Church, 5301 Main St., Trumbull for a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment with full military honors will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull. Friends may call at the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Rd., Trumbull on Sunday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the West Haven VA Medical Center, 950 Campbell Ave., West Haven, CT 06516.

For online condolences, please visit us at www.abriola.com.

Olga Huniyack Metcho, age 92 of Stratford, beloved wife of the late John Metcho, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2015 in St. Vincent’s Medical Center, Bridgeport.

Mrs. Metcho, a retired crossing guard for the City of Bridgeport Board of Education, was born in Olyphant, PA to the late William and Pearl Huniyack and had been a longtime area resident.

She was an avid bingo player and enjoyed spending time at Lucas Gardens, the Baldwin Center and the Milford Senior Center.

Survivors include her beloved daughters, Deborah Kichinko of Stratford and Kathleen A. Tavella and her husband Richard of Norwalk 4 cherished granddaughters, Salina Tavella, Melissa Verbanic and her husband Richard, Jennifer Kichinko and Erika Bruno and her husband James, and a nephew Sonny Sevc.

In addition to her husband and parents she was pre-deceased by her brothers Walter and John Huniyack, and sisters, Mary Kroll, Jenny Korakowski and Tilly Killian.

Funeral services will take place on Friday, January 30th at 10:30 a.m. in the Adzima Funeral Home 50 Paradise Green Place Stratford with Rev. Steven Belonick officiating. Interment will be at St John’s Cemetery in Monroe. Friends may call on Thursday from 4-7 p.m.

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Diane M. Fudge, age 68, of Stratford, beloved wife of Pastor Roger Fudge, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2015 at Bridgeport Hospital.

Born in Astoria, Queens, New York, she was a daughter of the late Donato and Josephine Montalbano Cialone.

For over 30 years, she was proud to be the First Lady, Pastor’s wife. Diane was active in ministry at the Christian Assembly Church of Stratford for many years.

In addition to her husband of 47 years, Pastor Roger Fudge, survivors include her four children, Dr. Daniel Fudge of Stratford, Roger Fudge Jr. and his wife Jane of West Babylon, NY, Kimberly Adams and her husband Thomas of Coatsville, PA and Mark Fudge and his wife Cheryl of Patchogue, NY, a sister, Marie Volaric and her husband Edo of Mahwah, NJ, a brother, Joseph Cialone and his wife Carmen of Great Neck, NY, four grandchildren, Thomas, Alexandra and Samuel Adams, and Adrianna Fudge as well as several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will take place on Thursday, January 29, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. directly in the Christian Assembly Church, 1326 Nichols Ave., Stratford. Interment will follow at St. John Cemetery, Monroe.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Feed the People Food Pantry, 301 Bostwick Ave., Bridgeport, CT 06605.

Calling hours will take place Wednesday from 4 – 8 p.m. at the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull.

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Dennis Andrew Paul Magera, 70, of Stratford, CT passed away on January 21, 2015 in Bridgeport, CT.

Dennis was born on August 6, 1944 in Bridgeport, CT to the late Andrew and Mary Holzinger Magera.

He attended Fairfield Preparatory High School and graduated in 1962. He then went on to earn his bachelor of science degree in accounting from Fairfield University and worked in finance and management for General Electric, Summagraphics, and West End Moving and Storage.

Dennis took pride in his career and taking care of his family. He enjoyed golf, reading and spending time at the beach.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 45 years Sandra Magera, his daughter Beth Magera and her husband Robert Pascarell, his son Joshua Magera all of Stratford, CT, and his daughter Sarah Magera Connelly and her husband Matthew Connelly of Tempe, AZ; brother John Magera and his wife Amelia of Oxford, CT as well as several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at the Adzima Funeral Home, 50 Paradise Green Place, Stratford on Wednesday, January 28, 2015 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. A period of remembrance and reflection will take place at 6:30p.m. in the funeral home.

For more information or to make an online condolence please visit www.adzimafuneralhome.com.

Margaret Ann Carriero

Margaret Ann Carriero (affectionately known as “Micki”), age 71, of Stratford, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2015 in her home with her loving family by her side.

Born in Stamford to the late John Edward and Mary Louise (Gleason) Walsh, she has been a longtime resident of Stratford.

Micki is survived by her beloved husband, Robert, of 51 years, her devoted children, Meg Brokelschen and her husband George of Stratford, Carolyn Regensburger and her husband Rick Saitta of New Milford, Bobby Carriero and his wife Linda of Stratford, Jennifer Cristofano and her husband Jason of Naugatuck and Nicole Clark of Trumbull, her cherished grandchildren, whom she had a hand in raising and whose lives she had a major influence on, Brittany, Alexei, Ethan, Victoria, Claudia, Christiana, Gabrielle, Olivia, Madison and Zoë, her step-grandchildren Michael, Christopher, and Anthony, her great-granddaughter Lyla, her brother John “Nooney” Walsh of Stamford, her sister Norma Neuner and her husband Conrad of Southbury and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her two sisters, Mary Scalzi and Patricia Shaw.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at St. James Church, 2070 Main Street, Stratford. Interment will be private. The Adzima Funeral Home, 50 Paradise Green Place, Stratford, has been entrusted with the arrangements.

To make an online condolence, please visit www.adzimafuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to Donate Life (donatelife.net) or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.org).