James Lee Bell, age 56, of New Haven, beloved husband of Sandra Law Bell, died Wednesday July 10, 2013, at Shady Knoll Health Care in Seymour.

He was born in Milford, October 8, 1956, to Lyle Bell and the late Barbara French Bell.

James was a truck driver for many years, including his work with the the Salvation Army.

In addition to his wife and father, he is survived by his two step-daughters Christina and Denise Ruggiero of New Haven, five brothers William, Christopher, Bruce, Lyle and Terry, three sisters April, Gail and Margaret, four grandsons and many loving nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held Wednesday July 17th from 5:00 pm to7:00 pm with a prayer service at 7:00 pm at the Smith & Sefcik Funeral Home 135 N. Broad St. Milford. Interment will be at the convenience of the family.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Smilow Cancer Hospital, 20 York St, New Haven, CT 06510.

To leave condolences or for directions, please visit our website @ www.georgejsmithandson.com.

Patrick Joseph Nolan, age 73 of AZ, formerly of Ansonia, husband of the late Terry Nolan, died peacefully on July 5, 2013 at the Horizon Care Home of Scottsdale, AZ.

Born in Derby on March 17, 1940, he was the son of the late John and Marie Zenowich Nolan.

Mr. Nolan was a graduate of Ansonia High School and U.S. Marine Corps Veteran of the Vietnam War. He worked as a lineman for the United Illuminating Company for many years until his retirement. Mr. Nolan moved to Florida, then to California, settling in Chandler, AZ in 1993 and worked for the AZ Dept. of Water and Power, until his second retirement in 2003.

He was an active member and devoted volunteer firefighter for the Charters Hose Co. 4, Ansonia and the Great Hill Hose Co. 1, Seymour. Mr. Nolan was proud to be a Marine Corps Veteran and was a member of the American Legion Post # 35.

He is survived by his children, Patrick Nolan of Milford and Maureen Nolan of Branford; brothers, James Nolan of CA, John Nolan of Ansonia and Robert Nolan of Meriden; grandchildren, Aidan, Noah and Matthew; as well as former spouses, Joanie Grainger Nolan of AZ and Roberta Cadoret Nolan of Milford.

A graveside service with full military honors will be held on Saturday, July 27, 2013, at 10:00 AM in the CT State Veterans Cemetery, Bow Lane, Middletown.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Charters Hose Co. 4, 4 Murray St., Ansonia, CT 06401. The Wakelee Memorial Funeral Home, 167 Wakelee Ave., Ansonia is in care of arrangements.

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

Anthony P. Tedesco, 87, of Trumbull, was reunited with his beloved wife Rose M. D’Elia Tedesco on Friday July 19, 2013.

Born in Bridgeport on December 28, 1925, he was a son of the late Dominick and Antoinette Carbone Tedesco.

A butcher for over 65 years, at the age of 17, Tony opened the Paradise Superette in Bridgeport for which he operated for many years. Tony will always be known for his delicious sausage and his homemade wine.

He was a devoted parishioner of St. Theresa Church where he was an usher for many years; a past officer and member of the Trumbull Italian Community Club and the Italian Community Center in Bridgeport. Above all he was a devoted father and grandfather who cared very deeply for his family. Though he will be deeply missed, his love and legacy will continue to live on through his family.

In addition to his wife Rose, he was predeceased by his son Anthony D. Tedesco and a sister, Mary Ascenzo. Survivors include his loving and devoted daughter, Antoinette Simeone and her husband Dominick of Huntington, daughter-in-law, Sheryl Tedesco of Milford, five cherished grandchildren, Anthony Tedesco and Tela, Nicholas Tedesco and his wife Brittany, Joseph Tedesco, Victoria Simeone and Garrett and Mark Simeone, a adored great grandson Logan Anthony; a brother, Angelo Tedesco and his wife Pat of Boynton Beach, FL, as well as several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express a sincere and heartfelt thank you to Melissa Teto R.N. and the doctors and staff of Bridgeport Hospital for their care, dedication and professionalism given to Tony in his time of need.

Funeral services will take place on Tuesday, July 23, 2013 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 St. Michael Cemetery, Stratford. Friends may call on Monday from 4-8 p.m.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to a charity of one’s choice. To light a virtual candle, visit us at www.abriola.com.

Nicoletta P. Thomas of Milford, Connecticut passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2013 at the age of 93.

Nicoletta was born on February 19, 1920 in Norwich, Connecticut to the late Rosario and Maria Perrone and was a graduate of the Norwich Free Academy in 1937.

She married Arthur L. Thomas on January 23, 1943, her husband of seventy years, who survives her.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her two daughters, Patti Cacciabaudo and her husband, Anthony of Milford, Connecticut; Leslie Hoffman and her husband Tom of Grand Junction, Colorado; her three granddaughters, Christina Markle and her husband Pershing of Colorado Springs, Colorado; Lisa Cacciabaudo of Watertown, Massachusetts; and Cara Cacciabaudo of Milford, Connecticut. Also surviving is her sister, Netta Sakellarides of Norwich, Connecticut; sisters-in-law, Jean Thomas of Weslaco, Texas and Martha Perrone of Fitchville, Connecticut; her brother-in-law, Henry Wilson of Riverdale, Utah and several nieces and nephews. Nicoletta was predeceased by her brother, Angelo Perrone, of Fitchville, Connecticut; and her sisters, Rose Heran, of Saratoga, California, and Margaret Wodopian, of Norwich, Connecticut.

Nicoletta will be missed dearly by her devoted husband and loving daughters and granddaughters, whom she cherished. Nicoletta traveled far and wide with her husband and daughters to Newfoundland, England, France, and the Philippines. Additionally, she resided in Washington, D.C.; Fairchild Air Force Base in Spokane, Washington; Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi; Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Hanscom Field in Bedford, Massachusetts; Satellite Beach, Florida, Travis Air Force Base in California, and Ogden, Utah where she and Arthur made their home in their retirement before moving to Milford.

Nicoletta loved traveling with her husband and daughters, visits to and from her granddaughters, and visits back to her Norwich family. She was an avid reader, needlepointer, and a daily crossword puzzle fanatic. She retired from service with the Federal Government after 10 years of employment on the various military bases where she resided. Following her retirement she was a volunteer at Bates Elementary School in North Ogden where she assisted for many years in the library.

Relatives and friends are invited for visitation from 9am to 10am on Friday, July 19th at the Smith & Sefcik Funeral Home, 135 North Broad Street, Milford, Connecticut. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30am at the Saint Mary Church, 70 Gulf Street, Milford. Interment will be at the National Veterans’ Cemetery, Camp Williams, Utah at the convenience of the family.

Contributions in Nicoletta’s memory may be made to further music education at the Norwich Free Academy, 305 Broadway, Norwich, Connecticut 06360.

To leave condolences or for directions, please visit our website@www.georgejsmithandson.com.

Wanda Rose Hornack, age 91, resident of Milford beloved wife to the late Steve Hornack entered into eternal rest at home surrounded by her loving family on July 14th, 2013.

She was born on August 6, 1921 in Shenendoah, PA to the late Sophie and Anthony Gursky.

Wanda migrated to Milford in 1952 and took up residence in the Milford Lawns area of town and was employed by WT Grant. Then on June 22, 1972 she embarked on her childhood dream and opened Wanda’s Sugar Shack which allowed her to leave her legacy of bringing sweet smiles to Milford for the last 41 years.

Wanda is survived by her loving children Carole Ann Beers and her husband Mark and Michael Hornack and his wife Cindy; six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.

Wanda was predeceased by her daughter Mrs. Nancy Borzenski, her sister and brother-in-law Theresa and Joseph Wynosky as well as her bothers Anthony and Joseph Gurksy.

Friends and family may call on Wednesday, July 24th, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm with a Prayer Service at 7:00 pm at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad St., Milford, CT 06460. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Wanda’s name to the United Way of Milford, 20 Evergreen Avenue, Milford CT 06460 or to fundraising for Dylan Fortunato, 740 Orange Avenue, Milford CT 06460.

To leave online condolences please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.

Elizabeth Ann Kenyon, age 65, of Milford, loving wife of Carlton Kenyon Sr., died on July 20th surrounded by her loving family.

Elizabeth was born in Bronx, NY on December 25, 1947 to Elizabeth Meyer Reding and the late John J. Reding.

She worked as a coordinator at Subway World Headquarters and was a devout parishioner of St Mary Church.

She was a loving mother and grandmother and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and family.

Survivors include her children: Corrie A. Chiaraluce and her husband Joseph of Milford, Carlton W. Kenyon Jr. of North Branford; siblings, Phyllis Gallo and her husband Thomas and John M. Reding, both of Milford, five beloved grandchildren; Jessica, Brett and Tyler Kenyon, and Brandon and Ashley Chiaraluce, and several nieces and nephews.

Family and Friends may call on Tuesday from 5:00-8:00PM in The Gregory F Doyle Funeral Home, 291 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday at 10:30AM DIRECTLY in St Mary Church, 70 Gulf Street, Milford. Interment will follow in St Mary Cemetery, Milford.

To leave an online condolence please visit, www.gregoryfdoylefuneralhome.com.

John J. Berky, age 74 of Trumbull passed away Monday, July 22, 2013 at Bridgeport Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Lynn M. Verdeschi Berky.

Born in Bridgeport he was the son of the late Michael and Catherine Takacz Berky and spent his early years in Bridgeport.

John grew up in Milford and graduated from Milford High School. He was a professional musician and drummer for many years playing pop and jazz and also taught drums. He worked as a paraprofessional at Masuk High School.

A creative wood worker he enjoyed teaching students and working with them on projects. John loved music especially jazz and enjoyed playing chess.

In addition to his wife Lynn, he is survived by his daughter Jennifer Jeffrey and her husband Scott of Woodbury, grandchildren Bonnie and Sean, sister, Catherine Tickey and her husband Fred of Stratford, brother, Michael Berky and his wife Pat of Milford, brothers-in-law, John Verdeschi and Ralph Verdeschi and his wife Penny and several nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, John was predeceased by his first wife, Mary, brother-in-law Carl and sister-in-law Angela.

Friends may call Thursday 2-4 and 6-8pm in the Redgate-Hennessy Funeral Home, Main Street and Gorham Place, Trumbull. There will be a prayer service at 7pm. Interment will be private.

Those who wish may send a contribution in his memory to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society.

To send online condolences please visit www.redgatehennessy.com.

Philip Derasmo, Jr., age 44, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on July 18, 2013 at West River Health Care.

Born on December 22, 1968 in Yonkers, NY, He was the son of Philip and Judith Manco Derasmo.

He was a lifelong carpenter who enjoyed making unique furniture. He was also an artist who enjoyed drawing, as well as playing the keyboard. Philip will be truly missed by all who knew him.

In addition to his parents, Philip is survived by his two sons, Bryan and Brandon Derasmo; siblings Emily Dam, Craig Derasmo, & Nicole Aspen; as well as many loving uncles, aunts, nieces, & nephews.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, July 25, 2013 at 11 AM at St. Gabriel’s Church, 26 Broadway, Milford CT 06460. Burial will be private.

To leave online condolences please go to our website,  www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.

Rose Lillian “Buddy” Leahy, a resident of Milford, CT for the past 60 years, passed peacefully on July 25, 2013 after a brief illness, but a long and wonderful life.

Born at Bridgeport Hospital, the daughter of the late Anthony and Rose Fellows, Rose overcame the odds as a premature baby born at 2 lbs, 2 oz to live more than 92 active years.

She graduated from Stratford High School in 1939. Her high school yearbook quote, “Laughing and gay, she’s always that way” summed up her life throughout.

Buddy was a talented artist who taught ceramics in Milford from 1960 through this past week. First in her home, then at the “Buddy Leahy Ceramics Studio” in the center of town and for the past 27 years at the Milford Senior Citizen Center. To the end, she was defined by her warm smile, welcoming spirit, boundless energy and her love of family.

Rose was predeceased by Thomas, her loving husband and dance partner of 52 years, as well as her brothers Norman Fellows, Anthony Fellows, Raymond Fellows and her sister Katherine “Kay” Scippa .

She is survived by her son Daniel Leahy of Gloucester, MA, her son William Leahy of Killingworth and his wife Eileen, her son Patrick Leahy of Bethany and his wife Cathy, her daughter Maureen Moisson of Groton, MA and her husband James, her son James Leahy of Tolland, CT and his wife Mary Jo and her daughter Joan Black of Bethany, CT and her husband Andrew. She is also survived by her sisters Virginia Mackback of Stratford and Vera Havanec of Shelton and her brother William Fellows of Norfolk, CT. Her 15 grandchildren – Liam Leahy, Devin Carr, Kim Beaudet and her husband Mike, Erin Chester and her husband Jason, Ryan Leahy and his wife Kelly, Kerry Stewart and her husband Eben, Megan Leahy-Hoppa and her husband Jason, Lucas Moisson, Jeremy Moisson, Hannah Leahy, Tommy Leahy, Connor Black, Mackenzie Black, Cailey Black and Kevin Black – and 9 great-grandchildren – Olivia, Noah, Ethan, Leah, Logan, Eliza, Lillian, Tyler and Alyson – were the loves of her life and anyone who knows her, knows them all by name.

Friends may call on Sunday, July 28th from 3 pm – 9 pm at Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad St, Milford, CT 06460. A Mass of Christian Burial (MEET DIRECTLY AT CHURCH) will be held on Monday, July 29th at 10:30 am at St. James Church, 2070 Main St., Stratford, CT with a private interment to follow.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name may be made to the Ahrens Program at the Milford Senior Citizen Center. Please mail your gift to Janice M. Jackson, Executive Director, Milford Senior Center, 9 Jepson Drive, Milford, CT 06460.

To leave online condolences please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.

Richard “Dick” Hosking, age 77, beloved husband of Judy Woodmansee Hosking and longtime resident of Milford, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 28, 2013 at Yale New Haven Hospital.

Born in Bridgeport, CT on July 6, 1936, he was the son of the late Charles and Alene Shaw Hosking.

Dick served with pride and honor in the United States Navy. Throughout his extensive working career Dick was President of Hosking Associates and then became Director of Operations for Milford Landing until his retirement at which point he remained gainfully employed by Orange Hills Country Club.

He was an active member of many professional organizations including being a lifetime member of the CT Golf Course Superintendents Association, the CT Marine Trade Association, Past Chairman of the Milford Harbor Management Commission, the Milford Rotary Club, the Milford Club and the Republican Town Committee. Dick was also a member of the Ansantawae Lodge No. 89, A.F. & A.M and Jolly Mariners Square Club.

In addition to his wife Judy of 43 years, he is survived by his four children Peter Hosking of Wallingford, Carrie Gettings and her husband Steven of Milford, Brian LaMorte of Woodbridge and Tracey LaMorte of Milford; six grandchildren Jordan, Megan, David, Kendall, Joe and Evan; his brother-in-law Dave Woodmansee and his wife Bev and his loving nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, August 1st at 11:00 am at the Cody-White Funeral Home. Friends and family may call on Wednesday, July 31st from 4 to 8 pm at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad St., Milford, CT 06460. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Dick’s name to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 752517, Topeka, Kansas 66675.

To leave online condolences, please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservices.com.

Peter G. Sotere, age 91, longtime resident of Milford and beloved husband for 58 years to the late Dorothy M. Culbert Sotere, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2013 in Yale New Haven Hospital, St. Raphael’s Campus.

Born in New Haven on March 18, 1922, he was the son of the late George P and Geleomina Biancavilla Sotere.

A true patriot, he served with pride and honor during WWII in the US Navy as an aviation radioman 1st Class. Prior to his retirement, Peter was an electrical engineer for SNET.

He was an avid bowler and as a dedicated and proud member of the Knights of Columbus for many years, he was a 4th degree Knight and served as a past treasurer.

A warm, loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, his sense of humor and gentle manner will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his children, Peter A. Sotere (Joan) of West Haven, Valerie L. Seely of Norwalk and Pamela S. Maddox (Glenn) of WA; his cherished grandchildren, Walter “Chip” and Laura Seely and Linzi, MeiLing and Bryan Maddox; his sister, Pauline Calandro (Harry) of Milford, brother-in-law Edward Jetmar; nephews, Ernest Levesque (Jaqueline) of GA and Lawrence Jetmar of CA; niece Paula DiNello (Paul) of Northford and many more loving family members and friends.

In addition to his wife, Dorothy, he was predeceased by his two sisters, Rose Sotere and Irene Levesque.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, August 1st at 9:00 am at St. Mary’s Church, 70 Gulf St., Milford, CT. 06460. Interment following at King’s Highway Cemetery. Friends and family may call on Wednesday, July 31st from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad St., Milford, CT 06460.

To leave online condolences please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.

James A. Schofield, age 73, longtime resident of Milford and beloved husband to Caryl Stirk Schofield, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2013 at home surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Bridgeport on December 24, 1939, he was the son of the late James A. and Hetty Smith Schofield.

A 1957 graduate of Milford HS, he went on to Northeastern University in Boston to graduate in 1962 with a degree in business administration. Prior to his retirement, Jim was a self – employed CPA in Milford with Schofield and Burgess.

A dedicated volunteer for over 40 years with the American Red Cross, Jim served tirelessly in many capacities including the Board of Directors, Chapter Chairman, Treasurer and Blood Program Chairman, where he set an example by donating over 120 pints of blood.

Because of his selflessness and dedication, Jim received the Sterling Award for leadership and service from the Tri-State Red Cross. He was also a member of the Milford Rotary (Paul Harris Fellow), incorporator of Milford Hospital, Director of Milford Savings Bank, a United Way volunteer, board member and past president of Milford Homemakers, a 50 year Mason with the Ansantawae Lodge of Milford and a devoted member of the First United Church of Christ in Milford.

In addition to his wife, Caryl, he is survived by his son, Richard Schofield and his wife Karen and his daughter Sandra Schofield Rogers and her husband Jason all of Milford; five cherished grandchildren, Mathewe and Addie Schofield and Bailey, Noah and Jacob Rogers; sister-in-law Janet Roberts of VA, brother-in-law Albert Stirk and his wife Marcia of Milford; his god-child Tara Roberts of VA along with many loving nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, August 2nd at 11:00 am at the First United Church of Christ, 34 West Main St., Milford. Interment to follow at King’s Highway Cemetery. Friends and family may call on Thursday, August 1st from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad St., Milford, CT 06460.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross – Milford Chapter, 1 Plymouth St., Milford, CT 06460.

To leave online condolences please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.

Richard Filakovsky, age 50, of Milford, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2013 at Connecticut Hospice.

He was born on April 1, 1963, in Bridgeport, to the late Joseph and Rose (Malafronte) Filakovsky.

He attended special education classes though the Milford Education System.

Richard is survived by his brother Joseph Filakovsky of Milford and sisters Rose vanderVelden of Sunrise, FL. and Barbara Filakovsky of Milford.

Calling hours are Thursday, August 1, 2013 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at the Smith & Sefcik Funeral Home, 135 Broad St., Milford with a prayer service at 11:00 am. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Donations may be made in Richard’s memory to CT Hospice Inc., 100 Double Beach Rd, Branford, CT 06405.

To leave condolences or for directions, please visit our website @ www.georgejsmithandson.com.

Thomas Ingersoll Theis, 68, of Milford, CT, died Friday, July 12, 2013.

Tom, born in Bridgeport to Walter T. Theis and Helen Ingersoll Theis, was a lifelong resident of Milford.

After graduating from Jonathan Law High School in 1963 Tom joined the US Marine Corps at Parris Island, SC; he was the Honor Graduate of his platoon, given the rank of PFC, and awarded the Dress Blue Uniform. His first duty station was Camp Lejeune, NC, followed by Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. He served in Vietnam with Marine Air Group 36 as a Helicopter Door Gunner and was promoted to Sgt. for his outstanding service during the war.

Five days after he was honorably discharged in 1966, Tom began his career in the mailroom of SNET. Over the course of 35 years he made many lifelong friends, worked his way up to lineman, and finished as a project manager. He retired from NEON, Inc. in 2008.

Tom was a member of the American Legion, Post 0034, Milford, the VFW Post 7788, and the Marine Memorial Association. Tom cultivated many interests. He was an avid gardener, who learned to love the soil from his mother, and passed along that knowledge to his children. For many years, Tom and wife, Mary Jane, could be found side by side up to their elbows in soil. Tom also loved reading and perusing bookstores. It was important for him to instill a love of reading in his children, and he has.

He was an accomplished musician, who mastered a variety of instruments. He started playing in bands as a child; most recently he taught himself to play left-handed violin (no small task). He passed his love for music onto his children, often sitting beside them as they practiced. He inspired them to continue learning by exposing them to many musical genres, incorporating legends like Willie Nelson, The Beatles, Louis Armstrong, and The Rolling Stones. He had an all-encompassing curiosity about almost everything on earth.

Words alone cannot describe his legacy, but it is eternal and WILL be carried on by those who knew him.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Jane Tynan; a brother, Dana H. Theis of New Haven; a son, Walter E. Theis of Arizona, three daughters, Tammy Theis-Satterlee of Milford, Tricia Theis Rogalski of Baltimore and Elizabeth J. Theis of Brooklyn; a son-in-law, Alexander Rogalski of Baltimore; three step-children, Marina King of Milford, Rebecca Smith Cassel of San Francisco, and Kevin and Jessica Smith of Virginia; 11 grandchildren: Nathaniel and Julia Satterlee; Georgia and Rainer Rogalski; Makaela Smith and Rhiannon King; Daniel and Kai Cassel; Alec, Shannon and Scarlet Smith, along with many friends and family.

He was predeceased by his parents; his brother Walter I. Theis; and his son-in-law, Erik Cassel.

Gregory F. Doyle Funeral Home, 291 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford, handled arrangements. Burial in Milford Cemetery.

Charitable donations may be made in Thomas’s memory to the following organizations: Beth El Homeless Shelter and Soup Kitchen, 90 New Haven Avenue, Milford, CT 06460; Christ Episcopal Church, www.christchurchstratford.org, 2000 Main St Stratford, CT 06615; Milford Historical Society, 34 High Street, Milford, CT 06460.

Marianne Louise Vendetti, 72, of Milford, died on August 3rd. Marianne was born in Milford on March 20, 1941 to the late Horace and Marie Sauchelli Vendetti.

She was a lifelong resident of Milford and worked at SNET as a supervisor for 35 years. She was known as ‘Auntie’ to everyone and was a second mom to her beloved nieces and nephew.

She will be deeply missed.

Survivors include her sister: Patricia Pavlucik and her husband Andrew of Milford, nieces; Alexandra Pavlucik and Tracy Pavlucik, nephew; Gregory Pavlucik all of Milford and two great-nieces; Alexa and Angelina Wargo and Tracy’s son and daughter, Ryan and Jade Partington of Manchester, England.

Friends and family may call on Wednesday, August 7th from 5-7:00PM in The Gregory F Doyle Funeral Home, 291 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford, CT. A prayer service will be held in the funeral home at 6:30PM. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Lung Association, 460 Totten Pond Road, Suite 400, Waltham, MA, 02451 or to Saint Ann Church, 501 Naugatuck Avenue, Milford, 06460.

To leave an on-line condolence, please visit www.gregoryfdoylefuneralhome.com.

Louise Catherine Stuart Smith, 91, of Milford, entered into eternal rest on July 30, 2012 in the Connecticut Hospice. She was the devoted wife of the late Franklyn A. Smith for 62 years and loving mother to the late Pamela Stuart Smith Hudak.

Louise was born in Derby, CT on November 25, 1921, daughter of the late Henry J. and Helen Shanley Stuart. She was the beloved grandmother of John David Hudak.

She was a graduate of Lauralton Hall in Milford.

In addition to her grandson she is survived by her sister, Jane Stuart Fowler of Milford and her son-in-law, David J. Hudak also of Milford.

Louise cherished time spent with her family and was blessed with the love of several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by one brother, Henry J. Stuart, Jr. and four sisters, Margaret S. Boynton, Elizabeth S. Maher, Martha A. Stuart and Ann S. Pepe.

A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, August 5, 2013, without procession to Saint Mary Church, 70 Gulf St., Milford, CT 06460. Interment will be private. Friends and family may visit on Sunday, August 4, 2013 for viewing from 4 to 7 pm at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad St., Milford, CT 06460.

Memorial contributions may be made in Louise’s name to Saint Mary School, 72 Gulf St., Milford, CT 06460 or to the CT Hospice, Inc., 100 Double Beach Rd, Branford, CT 06405.

To leave online condolences, please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservices.com.

Georgette Coviello, age 91, of Milford, beloved wife of the late Dominic Coviello, died on August 5th.

Georgette was born in New York City on February 26, 1922 to the late George and Mary Cloonan LaMarsh.

She worked as a secretary at The Color Bar and was an avid bowler. She was an accomplished dancer and was famous for her decorative ginger bread houses.

Recently, Georgette was very active at the YMCA and participated regularly in exercise classes at a local assisted living facility.

Survivors include her children: Marie Berman of West Haven, Donato Coviello (Maya Blue) of Santa Fe, NM, Paula Oakes (Alfred) of Green Brook, NJ; granddaughter, Christine Holland (Mark) of Richmond, VA; her beloved great-grandson, Zachary Holland; her best friends and caregivers, Celeste Falcone of Milford and Shirley Savage and several nieces and nephews. Friends and family may call on Friday morning from 8:30-10:30AM in The Gregory F Doyle Funeral Home, 291 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford, CT. A funeral service will be held at 10:30AM. Interment will follow in Saint Mary Cemetery, Milford.

To leave an on-line condolence, please visit www.gregoryfdoylefuneralhome.com.

Ruth Marilyn Bradley Gemmell, age 85, of Milford, passed away on Monday August 5, 2013 in her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late William Edward Wakefield Gemmell.

Ruth was born on August 12, 1927 in Derby, CT to the late Roger Alling Bradley Sr. and Ruth Holden Bradley.

She worked as a Administrative Assistant at Yale University for 23 years, and was a former member of Orange Post VFW, Post 127, Ladies Auxiliary.

She is survived by her children; Margaret Gemmell-Garrett and wife Billie of Milford, Jane Warren and husband James of West Haven, grandchildren, Bradley and Matthew DeBiase, James Warren and his wife Maria, Kim Warren and fiancé Eric Sauter, Nicole Warren and Haley Warren, and great grandchildren Isabella and Jacob Warren. Also survived by a dear lifelong, family friend Kim Coughlin, as well as many cherished cousins, nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by her brother Roger Alling Bradley Jr.

Calling hours are Saturday, August 10, 2013 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at the Smith & Sefcik Funeral Home, 135 N. Broad St., Milford with at prayer service at 2pm. Interment in Orange Center Cemetery will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Labre Indian School, 1000 Tongue River Rd. Ashland, MT 59003 or Church of the Holy Spirit, 28 Church St. West Haven, CT 06615.

To leave condolences or for directions, please visit our website @ www.georgejsmithandson.com.

On August 3, 2013- a beautiful summer day in South Carolina, while riding the motorcycle that he loved, tragedy suddenly struck and Frederick Charles Nacovitch, 55, was taken from us too soon.

He is the son of Rosemarie Hungerford Nacovitch and the late Frederick Nacovitch of Trumbull.

Fred, or “Butch” as he is known by his family, is survived by his loving wife of 32 years and best friend for 41 years Laura Smith Nacovitch and his sons Jason and Ryan, whom he loved very dearly. He also leaves behind his faithful dogs Buddy, Lily and Tater. His sisters, Jeanmarie Falcone Montabana and husband Gary of Trumbull, Theresa Kohalmi and husband David of Milford, and Christine Orrico and husband Ronald of Sandy Hook. His father and mother-in-law Tom and Gloria Smith of Trumbull, brother-in-laws Tommy Smith of Shelton, and Timmy Smith of Southbury; sister-in-laws and their husbands Cheryl and Nick Hersh of Monroe, and Patti and Jack Reese of Ansonia. Nieces and nephews Michael and Sarah Falcone, Erica and Amanda Kohalmi, Cheryl and Steven Orrico, Nicky, Jesse and Emily Hersh, Bradley, Ian and Jennie Reese and Baby Aubrey.

In addition to his love of motorcycles, Fred enjoyed playing his bass guitar and harmonica in his bands and spending time with his family. He was a great athlete and at one time held the title of Mr. Sumter, South Carolina in body building.

Friends are invited to attend the visitation at Cyril F. Mullins Funeral Home 399 White Plains Rd. Trumbull on Saturday August 10, 2013 from 2-4pm.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to SPCA or the Red Cross.

Anna S Costello, 82 of Stratford, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2013 surrounded by her family.

Born in Bridgeport on November 23, 1930; daughter of the late Frank and Susie (Goffa) Suchara.

Anna leaves behind her devoted husband of 59 years, Clifford Costello. She was the loving mother to Suzanne Dinan and her husband William of Monroe; Janet Costello of Stratford and Clifford “Kippy” Costello of Stuart, FL. In addition to her children, her adored grandchildren, Alisha Speanburg and her husband Carl of Seymour; Rachel Dinan of Lexington, KY and grandson Christopher DInan of Bridgeport; great-grandson Jacob Speanburg; a brother Frank Suchara of Milford and sisters Margaret Rohlman of Stratford and Pauline Vargoshe and her husband Steve of Bethany and many greatly loved nieces and nephews.

She shall be reunited above with her beloved grandson Freddie Costello and older sisters Helen Mastroni and Mary Slee.

Anna worked for 10 years at the Warner Brothers Company. The matriarch of her family, she will be greatly missed. She was a very hard worker putting in 10 years at the Warner Brothers Clothing store, a caretaker to all and a great neighbor.

Anna will be remembered for her devotion to family, outspoken nature that keep her family in line with admiration and love, making them laugh with her sarcastically unique humor, and how everything she cooked was the greatest thing ever eaten. She was generous and loving in her own way and helped raise her grandchildren who she would say she loved more than anything in the whole wide world.

A special thank you is extended to all her caregivers and doctors.

Funeral services will take place on Thursday, August 15th at 9:15am in the Adzima Funeral Home 50 Paradise Green Place Stratford and at 10:00 in the Carpatho Russian Orthodox Church of St. John the Baptist Mill Hill Avenue Bridgeport for a Requiem Funeral Service. Interment will be in St. John’s Cemetery Stratford. Friends may call on Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. Panachida will be at 4:30 PM.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks to donate blood in honor of Anna.

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