Phyllis C. Hickman, 82, wife of the late Norman Hickman, Sr., passed away on July 28, 2016.

Born in New Haven on July 19, 1934 to the late Louis and Marie VanNess Coppola.

Phyllis will be remembered by her daughter, Marie Rossi of Milford. Predeceased by her two children, Kathleen Hickman and Norman Hickman, Jr.

Phyllis was a lifelong resident of Orange and was a devoted parishioner of Holy Infant Church.

She enjoyed being a homemaker and sharing her cooking talents with family and friends.

Private Services are in care of Beecher & Bennett- Taylor Funeral Home, 410 Campbell Ave, West Haven.

To leave a condolence for her family, visit www.beecherandbennett.com.

Mary A. Skuba, 88, of Orange, passed away peacefully on Wednesday August 3, 2016 in CT Hospice. Born in Bridgeport, she was the loving daughter to the late Stacek and Anna (Akey) Skuba.

A resident of Orange, formerly of Bridgeport and Milford, Mary was a retiree of General Electric in Bridgeport and Black & Decker in Shelton. She was a daily communicant of St. Mary Church, Milford, a member of the Legion of Mary and Eucharist Minister.

In addition to her parents, Mary was predeceased by her sisters Anna Skuba, Stella Jakobick, Tess Fohrenbach and Helen Yakubick. She leaves behind her sister Alice Jasmin of Bristol, her niece Susan Brennan, nephews Richard Fohrenbach Sr. and William Fohrenbach, and several great-nieces and great-nephews.

In abiding with Mary’s wishes, calling hours have been omitted.

Friends are invited to go “Directly” to St. Mary Church, 70 Gulf St, Milford where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday August 9, 2016 at 10:30am followed by interment in Milford Cemetery, Milford.

The Commerce Hill Funeral Home, 4798 Main St. Bridgeport has been entrusted with the services.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Mary Church in memory of Mary Skuba. For online condolences, to light a virtual candle and get directions visit commercehillfh.com.

Florence V. McHugh, 85, of Milford passed away peacefully on Friday, August 5, 2016 in Milford Hospital. She was born on November 9, 1930 in Bridgeport, to the late Daniel and Nancy Salerno Verrilli.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her devoted husband of 56 years, Eugene “Gene” McHugh, sister Theresa Verilli Sinanis and son-in-law Bruce Broughton.

Florence is survived by her dedicated daughters: Jeanne McHugh-Broughton of West Haven, Eileen (David) McHugh-Silva of Brooklyn, NY and Barbara (Michael) Ceneri of Orange; cherished grandchildren: Katherine and Emma Silva of Brooklyn, NY and Nicholas Ceneri of Orange; loving sister Nancy Verrilli-Doering; sister-in-law Margaret McHugh; nephew James Sinanis; grandnephew, grandniece, many cousins and friends.

Florence was a graduate of Central High School in Bridgeport. In the 1950s, she was employed by Sikorsky Aircraft, where she met her husband and soul mate Gene.

Beginning in 1973, she was a secretary for the City of Milford Planning and Zoning/Building Department for 20 years. After retirement, she volunteered at Milford Hospital and the Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind.

She was an active parishioner and member of the Lady’s Guild at Christ the Redeemer Church and a longtime member of the Milford Senior Center and their choir.

Florence will be remembered as a loving wife, sister, mother, grandmother and loyal friend.

She was a crossword puzzle enthusiast and avid reader who enjoyed living life to the fullest.

Calling hours are Tuesday, August 9, 2016 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Smith Funeral Home, 135 N Broad St., Milford.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 10, 2016 in Christ the Redeemer, Rutland Rd., Milford, at 10:30 a.m. Interment will be private.

Donations may be made in her name to Alzheimer’s Association of CT, 200 Executive Blvd, Suite 4B, Southington, CT 06489.

To leave condolences or for directions, visit www.georgejsmithandson.com.

Kathy Jennings, 57, of Asheville, NC, passed on with a peaceful heart in her home on July 16, 2016, surrounded by her beloved husband, family and friends.

Born on May 29, 1959 in Bridgeport, CT and raised in Milford, Kathy graduated from Jonathan Law High School, attended UMass, and traveled abroad at a young age to pursue her passion in dance.

She was a determined spirit in finding new ways of being and working in the world. Those ways included a Pilates instructor, a Trager Practitioner, a Continuum Movement Facilitator, and an Interfaith Minister.

She was passionate about helping people find joy and new ways of being in their bodies and in relationship with one another, especially when marrying them!

She loved nature, she loved her friends, she loved her family and they all loved her!

They include her husband, Mark Hoch and daughter Ariana of Asheville, NC; her mom, Blanche Cantafio and her husband, Armand of Orange; her dad, Arthur Jennings and his wife, Ellie of West Haven; her brother, Arthur Jennings and his wife, Sara of West Barnett, VT; her two sisters, Wendy Dulin and her husband Gary of Orange and Sherri Buckley of Shelton; her mother-in-law Janet Hoch of Asheville, NC; brother-in-law Dov Hoch of Israel and many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles!

Services and burial were held in Asheville and a private service celebrating Kathy’s remarkable journey was held in Connecticut.

Gifts made in memory of Kathy can be directed to the Carolina Memorial Sanctuary at 195 Blessed Way in Mills River, NC 28759 or online at http://carolinamemorialsanctuary.org.

Pia Ciarlelli DelPiano, 89, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2016. Born in Waterbury, CT she lived there until 1946, when she married.

Pia predeceases her beloved husband of 70 years Joseph. Through their years together they had 2 children, 3 grandchildren, one great-granddaughter and travelled extensively throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico in their RV.

Mother of Cheryl DelPiano-Kirk of West Haven, CT and Gary and Beth DelPiano of Orange, CT, she was always supportive and inspiring for them and her grandchildren.

Her parents Amedeo and Giovanna St. John Ciarlelli, who were born in Italy, immigrated to the US and found each other in Waterbury and married.

Pia leaves her 3 grandchildren, Daniel DelPiano of West Haven, Jeremy Kirk of West Haven and Christine DelPiano of Orange who called her Gramma or Lolly and one great-granddaughter, Callie Convery-Kirk. She always encouraged and lauded them unabashedly to anyone who wanted to listen and some who did not. She loved them unconditionally, as she did the rest of her family, and was usually the loudest cheerer at their events! She definitely “loved them More.”

Wanting to be a teacher, after her children were both in school, she attended SCSU, then the New Haven State Teachers College, where she earned her degree in elementary education. Upon graduation in 1962, she started teaching kindergarten at Orange Avenue School in Milford, CT. A few years later, she moved to the Orange, CT school district where she taught for many years at the Mary Tracy School in the 6th grade. Upon its closing, she moved to Peck Place School where she taught 6th and then 3rd grades, demanding much from her students in all subjects.

She also always shared her love for writing and grammar with them. While teaching, she earned a MA and a Sixth Year in Administration from Fairfield University. As a teacher, Pia was a mentor to students and teachers alike. A few years ago, Pia wanted to continue to help students and decided to set up a scholarship at Amity High School in Woodbridge. Because of her love of English, the Pia DelPiano English Award is presented each year to a graduating senior who attended the Orange Elementary Schools. Rather than the highest grade, the qualifications for the award are the recipient’s “hard work, enthusiasm, and the progress” made in English during his/her high school years.

She asked that we publish this poem, which she wanted to share with all who knew her upon her passing; we do not know the author: I’m Free Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free, I’m following the path he laid for me. I took his hand when I heard the call; I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way. I found that place at the close of day. If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss. Ah yes, these things too I will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow: I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life’s been full; I’ve savored much, Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch. Perhaps my time seemed all to brief, Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your heart and share with me – He wanted me now; he has set me Free.

We would like to thank all the people, friends, nurses, doctors, and especially her two caretakers, who helped make her life in the last few years more enjoyable. Thank you all so much for taking care of our strength.

Wife, Mom, Lolly, Gramma, Friend, Mentor, Teacher, Pia will be missed as much as she was loved. She has asked that in lieu of flowers, friends donate to the Amity Regional High School Scholarship Fund~Pia DelPiano Award, 25 Newton Road, Woodbridge, CT 06525, Attn. Finance Dept.

If you would prefer, a donation may be given in her name to the Hospice Wing at Masonicare in Wallingford, CT. Services will be private.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Amity Grad Andrew Eldredge.

Andrew Eldredge was struck by a motorcycle while walking in New York City on August 29, 2014, just days before he was to begin studies at Harvard Law School.

He was in a coma and hospitalized for a very long time.

Over the past two years, Andrew has touched so many lives. He had such a promising future. Our hearts go out to his family.

Obituary:

Andrew Cady Eldredge, 26, of Woodbridge, beloved son, brother, and friend to many, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2016, surrounded by his loving family.

Andrew grew up in Woodbridge, Connecticut, where he attended Amity High School, excelling in academics and participating in varsity sports, theatre, and debate. Andrew attended Colgate University, graduating Magna Cum Laude (’11) with honors in Political Science.

He held leadership positions in both student government and the Colgate Speaking Union. During college, Andrew traveled the world competing in debate and then studied abroad at University of Cape Town in South Africa. While there, he tutored children in shanty towns and received the Lampert Fellowship in Public Affairs to research the political crisis in Zimbabwe.

After graduation, Andrew worked at Orion Consultants, then backpacked with his girlfriend throughout Southeast Asia. Never taking his eye off the goal of quenching his thirst for knowledge, Andrew completed a year at Boston University School of Law before transferring to Harvard Law School.

Andrew was well-known for his zest for life, intellectual curiosity, debating prowess, and humility.

Andrew was fueled by a love of family and friends and a keen sense of wonder and adventure. Cherished time during summer was spent with family in Rockport, MA. Andrew also enjoyed skiing, sailing, listening to music of all genres, and watching the Miami Dolphins (13!).

If he could speak now, Andrew would surely express gratitude for the love and support that he received in the months following his injury and throughout his life. Andrew touched and inspired many people:

A day with Andrew meant a day with a laugh and a sense that he truly cared about each and every one of us.

Andrew is survived and adored by his parents, Stacey and David Eldredge; sisters Lindsay and Madeline; grandparents Sherman and Joyce Cooper, David Eldredge Sr. and Joan Reivich, and Joan Eldredge; uncle Craig Cooper; aunts Robin Cooper (Jimi Lewis), Valerie Cooper and Sharon (Mario) Sanchez; Jenny (Joe) Jones, Karen Reivich (Guy Diamond), and many cousins, extended family and friends.

A Memorial service celebrating Andrew will be held at Congregation Mishkan Israel, 785 Ridge Road, Hamden, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, August 25, 2016.

Family members will greet guests at 1 p.m. A reception will be held immediately following the service.

The family will receive guests on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings (Aug. 25-27) from 7 – 9 p.m.

A fund has been established in Andrews memory at The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven to support his love of debate and global affairs. Gifts can be made in Andrew’s name to CFGNH, 70 Audubon Street, New Haven, CT 06510 or online at cfgnh.org

To sign an online registry book, or to leave a message of condolence visit HERE.

With her daughter by her side, Elizabeth McNulty Kuhn, 63,  of Pittsburgh, PA, ended her brief battle with pancreatic cancer on July 22, 2016.

Elizabeth, wife of the late Lawrence Greacen Kuhn, Sr. and daughter of the late Robert Timothy McNulty, Sr., is survived by her mother, Gail Keane McNulty (Naples, FL); daughter, Meghan McNulty Kuhn (Pittsburgh, PA); siblings Susan McNulty (Ludlow, VT), Katherine Sullivan (Mark; North Haven, CT), Margaret McNulty, and Robert T. McNulty, Jr. (Debbie; Orange, CT) and their families; and her beloved late husband’s children Elizabeth Kendzor, Keith Kuhn (Wendy), Lawrence G. Kuhn, Jr. (Maureen), Peter Kuhn (Alethea), and Jonathan Kuhn (Jodi) and their families, including Mimi’s “sweetlings,” Zachary and Madeline Kuhn.

No official services were held; Memorial Mass to be held Saturday, December 24, 2016 at 8 a.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT.

Elizabeth donated her body to science, through the Humanity Gifts Registry in Pennsylvania. Donations can be made to the Easter Seals, 95 Hamilton Street, New Haven, CT, 06511.

Leslie J. Hoffman, 95, passed away on Friday, August 19, 2016. 

He was born on December 19, 1920.

Leslie was an Orange resident at the time of his passing.

He graduated from Bassick High School in Bridgeport in 1939.

He was a member of the U.S. Navy and trained as a pilot.

He was married to Muriel Hoffman.

A Memorial Service will be held on September 10, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Orange Congregational Church, 205 Meeting House Lane, Orange, CT.

To leave memorial contributions, donations can be made to CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd., Branford, CT 06405 and/or the Connecticut Humane Society, 701 Russell Road, Newington CT 06111.

Krystyna Szyszkowska Sikorski, 88, of Orange died August 22, 2016 at home.

She was the wife of the late Dr. Jerzy Sikorski. Mrs. Sikorski was born in Warsaw, Poland, July 16, 1928, a daughter of the late Witold and Helena Szyszkowska and was a floor secretary at Milford Hospital for many years before retiring.

Mother of Ted, Mark and Edward Sikorski and grandmother of Emma and Nick. She is also survived by her sister Maria in Poland.

There will be no visiting hours.

Mass of Christian Burial took place in Holy Infant Church 450 Racebrook Road, Orange, Friday morning Aug. 26, at 10 a.m.

Burial followed in Sacred Heart Cemetery, 662 Burritt Street, New Britain.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Milford Hospital 300 Seaside Avenue Milford, CT 06460 or the Orange Senior Center 525 Orange Center Road Orange, CT 06477. Please make checks payable to Treasurer Town of Orange and use Krystyna’s name in the memo.

The LUPINSKI FUNERAL HOME, INC. was in care of arrangements. Sign Mrs. Sikorski’s guestbook online at www.lupinskifuneralhome.com.

Robert “Bob” Cuomo, 65, of Orange, passed away unexpectedly on August 30, 2016. He was the beloved husband of Gail Cuomo.

Born in New Haven on October 21, 1950 he was the son of the late Thomas Cuomo and Josephine Esposito Cuomo.

Besides his wife, he leaves behind his son Michael (Lori) and his granddaughter Olivia.

He also leaves behind his twin brother, Richard (Gayle) of West Haven, his sister, Arlene (Paul) Mitchell and numerous nieces and nephews.

He retired in 2012 after 40 years at the FJ Dahill Company in New Haven where he was Operations Manager.

Bob enjoyed traveling and most of all playing golf. He was a loving and caring man who was devoted to his family and friends. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Friends and family may call from 5 to 8 p.m. at CODY-WHITE FUNERAL HOME 107 Broad Street Milford, CT 06460. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Orange VNA 605A Orange Center Rd. Orange, CT 06477.

A mass of Christian burial will be held on September 7 at 10 a.m., at Holy Infant Church 450 Racebrook Rd. Orange, CT 06477 (MEET DIRECTLY AT CHURCH).

To leave online condolences, visit www.codywhitefuneralservice.com. 

Wilda Hamerman, 92, of Hamden, has died.

A former Connecticut State Representative (1974-1977) Wilda had a life-long involvement with politics and community causes. In addition to her work at the state level, she served two terms on the Town of Orange’s Board of Selectmen.

Born Wilda Grace Slevin in Brooklyn, New York, on March 15, 1924, and raised in Manhattan, Wilda moved to the New Haven area in 1955, settling in Orange in 1960 with her late husband, Martin Hamerman.

She is survived by sons, Don Hamerman of Stamford CT and Paul Hamerman of Midlothian, VA, and her daughters-in-law, Fern Galperin and Garnett Hamerman, as well as four grandchildren, Nora, Wynne, Sarah and David.

Donations may be made to Longwharf Theatre or Jewish Family Service of New Haven.

A Memorial Tribute will be held at the Whitney Center, 200 Leeder Hill Drive, Hamden on October 9th at 11 a.m.

The Weller Funeral Home, 493 Whitney Ave., New Haven is in charge of arrangements.

To sign a memorial book visit: www.wellerfuneralhome.com.

Anthony M. Limauro Jr., 83, entered into eternal rest on September 5, 2016, at CT Hospice in Branford.

He was the beloved husband of the late Alcine Doyle Limauro. Mr. Limauro was born in New Haven on July 25, 1933, son of the late Anthony and Elvira Gaetano Limauro.

A resident of Ansonia for sixty years, he was employed as a truck mechanic for the former Derby Oil Company until his retirement.

A proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force, he honorably served during the Korean Conflict.

Anthony loved fishing, clamming and spending time at the West Haven Beach.

He is survived by sons, James A. Limauro (Patricia) of Bethany and Thomas J. Limauro of North Haven, daughters, Nancy J. Limauro of Uncasville and Christine A. Rowland (Keith) of Ansonia, a brother, Michael Limauro (Beverly) of West Haven, sisters, Elizabeth Genovese of West Haven and Barbara Goodmaster of Orange, grandchildren, Anthony and Laurean Limauro and Samantha and Thomas Rowland, great-grandson, Christian Limauro and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by a sister, Patricia Gallipoli.

Visiting hours will be held on Friday September 9, 2016, from 4-7 p.m. in the chapel of the SPINELLI-RICCIUTI/BEDNAR-OSIECKI FUNERAL HOME, 62 Beaver Street in Ansonia.

On Saturday, his funeral will commence at 9:15 a.m. from the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Church in Ansonia.

Interment with U.S. Air Force military honors will take place in Mt. St. Peter Cemetery in Derby. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405 or through the funeral home.

To send an act of sympathy, visit www.spinelliricciutifh.com.

Stanley J. Pozucek Jr., 75, of Southington, passed away suddenly on Sunday, Sept. 4, 2016 in Rhode Island.

He was the beloved husband of Barbara (Stasilowicz) Pozucek for 52 years. Born Nov. 11, 1940 in Derby to the late Stanley J. Pozucek Sr. and Stella (Skiba) Pozucek, he had been a longtime Southington resident.

Stan graduated from Notre Dame High School in West Haven. He earned his BS from UCONN and a Master’s Degree from RPI. He retired from New Departure where he worked as superintendent for 30 years. After his retirement, Stan founded and ran Signature Builders, Inc.

for the last 15 years. He was a longtime parishioner at the Immaculate Conception Church and a member of the Men’s Club. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus, Bristol Fish and Game Club, Southington Catholic School Board and the Rhode Island Salt Water Angler’s Association.

His passion in life was deep-sea fishing with Scott and Dillon.

In addition to his wife Barbara, Stan is survived by two children: his daughter Stacy Pozucek and John Brown of RI, his son Scott Pozucek and wife Alicia of Orange and 2 grandchildren, Dillon and Grace. He is also survived by 3 sisters: Shelly Dorsio and her husband Frank of Derby; Kathy Daigle of Shelton and Pamela Esposito and her husband John of Huntington, and many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Stan’s memory may be made to the Immaculate Conception Church, 130 Summer St., Southington, CT 06489.

Calling hours will be held from 4 – 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 9, 2016 at the Plantsville Funeral Home, 975 S. Main St., Plantsville.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at the Immaculate Conception Church, 130 Summer St., Southington. Burial will follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Southington.

For online condolences and directions, please visit www.plantsvillefuneralhome.com.

Leslie J. Hoffman, 95, a longtime resident of Orange and beloved husband of the late Muriel Hoffman, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2016. He was born on December 19, 1920 to the late Leslie A. and Ruby Belle Culver Hoffman.

A Memorial Service will be held on September 10, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Orange Congregational Church, 205 Meeting House Lane, Orange, CT.

To leave memorial contributions, donations can be made to CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd., Branford, CT 06405 and/or the Connecticut Humane Society, 701 Russell Road, Newington CT 06111.

The family has been compassionately cared for by the CODY-WHITE FUNERAL HOME, 107 Broad St., Milford, CT.

To leave online condolences, visit www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.

Paul D. Martanis, 51, of Orange, beloved partner of Takashi “Tak” Yoshikawa, with whom he shared a 20 year marriage commitment, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, September 8, 2016 after a long, courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Bridgeport, November 5, 1964, Paul was a graduate of Jonathan Law High School and State Academy of Hairdressing. He was a hairdresser for thirty years and was employed at Picasso Hair Art in Orange.

In addition to Tak, he is survived by his parents Paul “Sonny” and Bridget (Salvaggio) Martanis; brother, Michael Martanis and his wife Dawn of Florida and two sisters, Dallas and Sydney Stephen of Milford. He also leaves behind his faithful dogs, Dudley and Coco.

He is predeceased by his sister, Nicole Stephen; paternal grandparents, John and Sophie Martanis and maternal grandparents, Frank and Mary Jane Salvaggio.

Visitation will be Monday, September 12, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the William R. McDonald Funeral Home, 2591 Main St. Stratford.

Friends are invited to attend his funeral on Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at 8:00 a.m. from the funeral home and at 9:00 a.m. in St. James Church, Stratford, CT for a Mass of Christian Burial.

Interment will follow in Orange Center Cemetery, Orange, CT.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Patty Farnham, Angela Stone, and Season’s Hospice, especially Yolanda, Ashley J., Mary, Erika and Ashley C. for their excellent care of Paul.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Paul’s memory to either Smile Train (cleft palate), P.O. Box 96231, Washington, DC 20090-6231, smiletrain.org or Season’s Hospice, 1579 Straits Tnpk., Unit I-E, Middlebury, CT 06762-1835, seasonsfoundation.org.

Estelle Malone Marren, 87, beloved wife of the late Mark Thomas Marren, passed peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, September 8, at St Raphael’s Campus, Yale New Haven Hospital. In New Haven.

Born on July 12, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Susan and Patrick Malone.

Stelle was a graduate of St Francis School, Larson College (now Quinnapiac) and New Haven Teachers’ College (now Southern Connecticut State University). She was a teacher of kindergarten and first grade in the Orange School System for many years  until her retirement.

She served as a member of the Orange Board of Education and was a devoted volunteer for the Orange Democratic Committee. She was a long time member of the Paugussett Club and the Ownego Club.

Friends may call on Wednesday, September 14 from 4:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. at the Cody- White Funeral Home on the Green in Milford. A service will be held at Cody-White on Thursday, September 15 at 10:00, with a funeral mass following at Holy Infant Church at 11:00 a.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to CT Hospice and Palliative Care, VNA, 680 Bridgeport Avenue, Shelton, CT 06484.

Alfred Giovannini, 92, of Orange and formerly of West Haven and New Haven, passed into eternal rest on September 5, 2016 with his devoted daughter by his side. Alfred was born in New Haven on November 1, 1923 to the late Giuseppe and Maria Sante Giovannini.

Alfred served as a Staff Sergeant with the United States Army Air Force from 1943-1946 with the 464th Fighter Squadron, where he inspected, repaired and maintained P47’s.  He was educated in the military at the Airplane Mechanic School at Roosevelt Field in New York.

Following his discharge he was employed by Sikorsky Aircraft for over 30 years. During this employment he traveled the world repairing and testing the performance of helicopters in extreme weather conditions; most notably, the Black Hawk.  One of his most memorable project locations was Viet Nam, where he completed three assignments during the Viet Nam War.  

Alfred was an enthusiastic golfer and beach lover.  Upon retirement, he spent many winter months in West Palm Beach, Florida.  His favorite vacation spot was Bermuda.

Alfred leaves behind his a daughter, Maria Angela Giovannini of Orange, and grandson, Steven Michael Turbert Jr. of West Haven. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his two sisters, Anne Vinci and Vera Giovannini, and two brothers, Fredrick Giovannini and Donald Gray.

There were no visiting hours

Funeral was at St. Anthony’s Church, 70 Washington Avenue, New Haven on Friday morning, September 9, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. followed by committal services with full military honors immediately following in All Saints Cemetery. The North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue has been entrusted with the
arrangements.

Walter Antonelli, 90, beloved husband of Georgiana LaVorgna Antonelli, of West Haven, passed away September 15, 2016 in Milford Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Loving father of Alan (Peggy) Antonelli and Diane (Paul) Koval, all of North Haven. Cherished grandfather of John Antonelli and Bradley Koval, both of North Haven.

Born in New Haven, May 23, 1926, son of the late Averardo and Louisa Bologninni Antonelli. Brother of Pierina Antonetti of West Haven and Amneris DiReinzo of Orange.

Prior to his retirement, Walter worked for the former City Printing and Northeast Graphics for many years. He was a member of the West Haven Italian American Club and the Marchegian Club.

His funeral procession will leave the PORTO FUNERAL HOME, 830 Jones Hill Rd., West Haven, Monday morning at 10:30.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of Victory Church at 11:00. Interment will follow in Beaverdale Memorial Park, Hamden.

Friends may call SUNDAY from 4:00-7:00 PM. Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Lung Assn., 45 Ash St., East Hartford, CT 06108 or CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd, Branford, CT 06405.

Sign Walter’s guest book online at www.portofuneralhomes.net

Mary Ellen (Phelan) Raccuia, 57, of Woodbridge, beloved wife to John F. Raccuia, passed away on Tuesday, September, 13, 2016.

Mary was born on February 14, 1959 in Concord, New Hampshire, to Joseph and Geraldine (Foran) Phelan, the fourth of eight children.

She grew up in Milford, matriculating to Foran High School as a member of the school’s first freshman class, and graduated in 1977. Mary received a bachelor’s degree from Southern Connecticut State University in 1981, and later obtained a master’s degree in Education from Central Connecticut State University.

Shortly after graduating from Southern, Mary met John F. Raccuia. The couple married in August, 1983, and made their home in Orange, and later in Woodbridge, raising three children: Daniel, 30, of West Hartford; Thomas, 28, and Caroline, 25, both of New York City.

After an early career in the cable broadcasting industry, Mary returned to Foran High to teach Television Production, Video Production, and Photography courses. She also taught at Jonathan Law High School. After fifteen years in the Milford system, she accepted a position as a library media specialist at Trumbull High School, and spent the last three years instilling her lifelong love of reading in students.

Mary’s greatest love was her family. She enjoyed entertaining in her home, especially hosting large family gatherings at holidays. Mary loved traveling, both domestically and in Europe. Her favorite trips were annual summer outings to Cape Cod.

She loved to read; she had a voracious appetite for books, including classic and contemporary literature, and even enjoyed the young adult novels favored by her students. Mary was a longtime parishioner at Holy Infant Church, and later at Our Lady of the Assumption Church.

Mary is predeceased by her father, her sister Julie Hayes, her mother-in-law Dolores (Block) Raccuia, and her brother-in-law, Edward Raccuia.

In addition to her loving husband of 33 years and her three children, she is survived by her mother; her sisters Martha Hayes (David Gawarecki) of New Haven, and Sally Algiere (Michael) of Durham; her brothers Joseph Phelan, Daniel Phelan (Theresa), Timothy Phelan (Cindy), and Matthew Phelan (Stacey), all of Milford.

Her surviving in-laws include Hugo Raccuia of Orange; Nancy Moule of Hamden; Stephen Raccuia (Elizabeth) of Trumbull; Sally Gibbard (Doug) of Nanaimo, B.C.; Lisa Hansen of West Haven; Mark Raccuia (Kirsten) of Penang, Malaysia; and Ken Hayes of Milford. Finally, she is survived by dozens of nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

Friends and family may call on Sunday, September 18, 2016 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the CODY-WHITE FUNERAL HOME, 107 Broad St., Milford, CT. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, September, 19, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 81 Center Rd., Woodbridge (MEET DIRECTLY AT CHURCH).

Interment to follow at Orange Center Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages that donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital . To leave online condolences,    visit www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.