Ronald Joseph Curley, 75, of Milford, predeceased by his beloved wife Alice Curley of fifty three years, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2013 at Milford Hospital.

Born on June 22nd, 1938 in Wilkesbarre, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Peter and Helen Curley and predeceased by his brother Raymond Curley and his wife Carol.

Ron was the dedicated former co-owner of the Redwood Restaurant for sixteen years and retired from Norden Systems where he worked for thirty five years. He was very devoted to his family and his greatest joy was attending his grandchildren’s events cheering and supporting them tirelessly. Ron enjoyed family gatherings and traveling.

He was a loving and caring husband, father, and grandfather who possessed a personality greater than life. He will be forever in our hearts.

He is survived by his children Ronald M. Curley and his wife Kerry Lawless of Milford, Kathleen Kochiss and her husband Larry of Milford; grandchildren, Christopher Kochiss, Alyssa Kochiss, Jaclyn Kochiss, Rowan Curley, Kaylee Curley; brother in laws, James McCarthy and his wife Laura of Milford, Robert McCarthy of Milford, and many other loving family members and friends.

A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Wednesday August 14, 2013 at 10:30 AM at St. Mary’s church, 70 Gulf St., Milford, CT. There will be no calling hours and burial will be private. Arrangements are being handled by the Cody-White F.H. 107 Broad St. Milford, CT 06460.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Joe Beler Scholarship fund. Please send to Jonathan Law High School, care of Joe Beler, 20 Landsdale Avenue, Milford Ct 06460.

Roger A. Parent, age 51, of Milford, died on August 11, 2013.

Roger was born in Pawtucket, RI on February 18, 1962 to Emaline Parent and the late George Parent.

Survivors include his mother, Emaline Parent of Milford; brother, Keith (Mallory) Parent of FL; sisters, Linda Hoffman of West Haven, Laura (Todd) Lucey of Derby; longtime companion, Patricia Fedeli of Bridgeport; daughter, Kelly Lowell of FL; grandchild, Jessica and several nieces and nephews.

Roger is pre-deceased by his nephew, Michael Koundry and brother-in-law, Harvey Hoffman.

Friends may call on Wednesday night from 5:00-7:00PM in The Gregory F. Doyle Funeral Home, 291 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd, Branford, CT 06405.

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

In memory of Jessica Burrows

5-20-86 8-16-11

In memory of your passing

You’re in my heart everlasting

Some days it’s hard coping, I’m still asking why?

God had to take you, up to the sky

I don’t believe it’s coincidence, not even strange,

I keep meeting people, who have your same name

Don’t care if people think I’m crazy,

But I see signs of you as I go

As butterflies seem to appear

When I’m feeling low.

Each day that goes by

I miss you much more

Only God knows when it’s time

to enter His door

He sent you and took you in the blink of an eye

Jessie, I love you

And forever will cry.

Gloria Mae Walsh Bobbins, 87, of Seymour, passed away Friday Aug 16 with her family by her side.

Born in Ansonia, March 14, 1926, daughter of Robert and Mary Walsh. Devoted wife of 59 years to the late Charles G. Bobbins.

She graduated Ansonia High in 1943 and was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church. Gloria was employed by Uniroyal and retired from WE Bassett.

Her hobbies included, knitting, reading, and painting Christmas ornaments. She loved Cooking and passed down many family recipes. She enjoyed watching her game shows and golf.

Gloria and Charlie loved dancing and traveling. Memorable trips included California, Carolinas and Ireland.

Gloria was known for her generous and compassionate spirit. Above all else her family was the most important part of her life.

Survived by daughters Rita (David) Monahan, Monroe, Gloria (John) Anderson, New Zealand, Susan (Dan) Taylor, Georgia, Nora (Fernando) Espinel, Milford, Sons, James (Susan), North Carolina, Edward (Kathy) of Seymour & Joseph & Steven (Dawn) of Ansonia. Grandchildren, Dee, Tim, Jeff, Patrick, Kevin, Megan, Lisa, Sara, Krystle, Cody, and eight great grandchildren. She leaves special nieces Agnes & Barbara Jean.

She was also predeceased by sons Jeffrey, Philip, and Christopher; granddaughter Brianna; and daughter-in-law Linda; and three brothers and six sisters.

The family would like to thank the staff at Hewitt Rehab and Griffin Hospital for their compassion and care.

Friends may call on Monday, August 19th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at The Jenkins King & Malerba Funeral Home, 12 Franklin St. Ansonia. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. (www.jenkinskingfh.com <http://www.jenkinskingfh.com/> ) Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.

Friends who wish may make donations to her church, The First United Methodist Church, 47 Franklin St. Ansonia, CT.

Irene Shepard, age 86, beloved wife of the late Francis Shepard, and proud resident of Milford, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 8, 2013 at Milford Hospital.

Born in Dudley, Massachusetts on March 16th, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Ferdinand & Mary Dembenski Bernier.

Irene lived the majority of her life in Thompson and was an active member of the Polish American Veterans. She was a loving woman who loved shopping, going out to dinner, and spending quality time with her family and friends.

Irene loved her time living in the Milford Community and will be truly missed by all who knew her.

Irene is survived by her two children, Robert Shepard (Marylee) and Susan Kelleher; grandchildren Scott and Carol Shepard, and Laura and Lisa Kelleher; two great grandchildren, Connor and Morgan Shepard; and Don and Anne White for their devotion and support while Irene lived in Thompson.

In addition to her loving husband, she is predeceased by her son-in-law, Christopher Kelleher.

Friends and family may call on Wednesday, August 14th from 4 to 7 pm with a Prayer Service at 7:00 pm at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad Street, Milford, CT 06460. Burial will be private.

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

Anthony Paul Copertino Jr., 77, of Milford, most beloved husband of Phyllis Benedetto Copertino, passed away at Milford Hospital on Saturday, August 17, 2013, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Bridgeport on November 11, 1935, Anthony was the youngest son of the late Antonio and Caterina Desiderioscioli Copertino of Bridgeport, CT.

Tony was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather and brother, who enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

As a young sportsman, Tony was a member of the Orcutt Boys Club in Bridgeport, played baseball in the National Junior Baseball League and basketball in the St. Ambrose CYO program. A 1953 graduate of Fairfield Prep, Tony received a B.S.S. in 1957 from Fairfield University and his J.D. from Fordham University School of Law in 1960.

After law school, Tony entered the Judge Advocates General (JAG) Corps of the U.S. Army where he served as defense counsel for Military Affairs. He received an Army commendation medal for his work preparing and executing wills for the First Infantry Division during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Upon leaving the JAG Corps, Tony engaged in the practice of law in Bridgeport from 1960 through 2009.

From 1971-1975, he was the Stratford Town Attorney and from 1975-1977, he served as Town Attorney for the Stratford Board of Education. During his long legal career, Tony was privileged to argue twice before the Connecticut Supreme Court.

Among many other activities, Tony was the co-founder and charter member of the Fairfield University Stags Booster Club from 1965-1980, was a longstanding member of the Knights of Columbus (Mother Cabrini Council), and was active at Holy Name of Jesus Church in Stratford as President of the Men’s Society, a lector and a member of the Lay Advisory Council. In 1969, Tony co-authored and published the book Fratelli.

In addition to his wife, Phyllis, of 54 years, survivors include his five daughters, Gina Bolduc and her husband Lucien, of South Windsor, Carla Copertino, of Milford, Dia M. Ruskay and her husband Paul, of Trumbull, Licia LaMonica and her husband Michael, of Stratford, and Monica Copertino Chioffi and her husband Mark, of Easton; his grandchildren, Lucien, Matthew, Douglas, Jocelyn, and Curtis Bolduc, ToniMichelle Copertino, Stephen and Samantha Ruskay, Angelina and Michael LaMonica IV, and Olivia and Gabriella Chioffi; two brothers, Leonard Copertino and his wife Mae (Kiki), of Monroe, and Paul Copertino and his wife Phyllis, of Milford, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Tony was predeceased by his sister, Rosa Delacey.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull and at 11:00 a.m. at St. Catherine of Siena Church, Trumbull for a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.

To light a virtual candle, please visit www.abriola.com.

Pamela Lynn Drew, age 42, of Milford, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, August 20, 2013.

Born in Bridgeport on March 22, 1971, she was the daughter of Anthony Drew of Trumbull and the late June Capozzi Drew.

Pamela was a graduate of Notre Dame High School and earned a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Connecticut. She was a case worker for Star, Inc. of Norwalk.

She enjoyed time spent with her family and friends, reading and her cat, Peanut.

In addition to her father, survivors include two brothers, David Drew and Lynn of Seymour and Daniel Drew of Trumbull, an uncle, Daniel Capozzi of Shelton as well as several cousins, dear friends and co-workers.

In addition to her mother, she was predeceased by her maternal grandparents, Daniel and Evelyn Capozzi and paternal grandparents, Anthony and Blanche Drew.

Funeral services will take place on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at 11:30 a.m. in the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Rd., Trumbull. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull.  Friends may call on Monday from 4-8 p.m.

To light a virtual candle, visit us at www.abriola.com.

Helen Veronica Uresky, beloved by many and avid singer, age 99, cherished wife to the late Joseph Uresky and longtime resident of Milford, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, August 17, 2013 at Milford Health Care Center.

Born in Bridgeport on July 2, 1914, she was the daughter of the late Constantine and Veronica Barker.

During WWII Helen lived in New Hampshire with her husband and while he worked on a submarine base, she was employed at a button factory. Helen continued her employment at Remington Arms, Westport Development and Bunker-Ramo from where she finally retired.

Helen was an excellent cook and passed on many ethnic Polish recipes such as her perogi recipe that she made every Easter with her beloved grandchildren. She could often be found sitting in her daughter’s store where she enjoyed greeting and talking to the customers who delighted in her conversations. More than anything Helen loved to sing and preform and was a longtime member of St. Ann’s Guild Choir, a bell-ringer in the Gospel Choir at the Milford Senior Center. She also performed as a soloist and a chorus member in many of the Senior Center Musicals.

An active member of the Milford Senior Center Club C, Helen worked in the Musical Theater Workshop with Jerry Pappas, was past president of St. Ann’s Guild, and a member of Church Women United, Senior Women’s Professional Retirees and the 50/50 Club of St. Ann’s.

She was a gregarious, cheerful and a hard worker who loved her friends and family very much and will be missed by all who knew her.

Helen is survived by her four children Robert Uresky (Susan), Beverly Dennis (Robert), Richard Uresky and Elizabeth Jordan, she was Gran-Nan to seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Helen was predeceased by her four older brothers Joseph, Frank, Stanley and John as well as her granddaughter Cynthia Uresky.

A Memorial Mass to celebrate Helen’s life will be held on Friday, August 23, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at Saint Ann Church, 501 Naugatuck Avenue, Milford, CT 06460. Burial will be private. Arrangements are being handled by Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad Street, Milford, CT 06460.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Helen’s name to the Milford Senior Center, 9, Jepson Drive, Milford CT 06460 or Saint Ann Church, 501 Naugatuck Avenue, Milford CT 06460.

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

Mary Ann Quesinberry, age 69, beloved wife to Thomas Quesinberry, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at Milford Hospital.

Born on March 14, 1944 in Bridgeport, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Dirgo Mannino.

She was a graduate of the University of Bridgeport, as well Southern Connecticut State University; where she received her Nursing Degree and Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling.

Mary Ann was a lifelong nurse who for 18 years was a teacher for the LPN Program for the state of Connecticut. Mary Ann, along with her husband Tom, spent countless hours volunteering at the Stratford EMS.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who will truly be missed.

In addition to her husband, Thomas Quesinberry, Mary Ann is survived by her children, Kimberly Quesinberry, Steven Bodine, Dawn Murray, Lisa Smith, and Eric Given; God Daughter Kris Cocca; Grandchildren Joshua, Stephanie, Jacob, Raymond, and Russell; 7 great grandchildren, and her brother Thomas Mannino.

A Gathering of family and friends to share in Mary Ann’s memory will be held on Saturday, August 24th at 10:00 AM at St. John’s Cemetery, 2610 Nichols Ave, Stratford, CT 06614. Friends and family may call on Friday, August 23nd from 4:00 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.

The Reverend Doctor Brian A. Shaw, 73, of Milford, died Monday, August 19, 2013 at his home.

Born in Meriden, September 14, 1939, the son of the late Julia Catherine Balasa and Thomas F. Shaw, Father Shaw attended Saint Stanislaus School, Meriden, and Saint John Kanty Prep School, Erie, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Saint Thomas Seminary in Bloomfield in 1960 and continued his studies for the priesthood at Christ the King Seminary at Saint Bonaventure, New York, where he pursued his graduate studies.

He was ordained to the Priesthood on May 19, 1966, by the Most Reverend Henry J. O’Brien, Archbishop of Hartford, in the Cathedral of Saint Joseph, Hartford. In 1977 Father Shaw received his Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Psychology from Andover Newton Theological School in Newton Centre, Massachusetts.

Father Shaw served as a temporary assistant at Saint Mary in Meriden and then as Assistant Pastor at Saint Matthew Parish in Forestville from 1966 until 1971, at Our Lady of Fatima Parish in Yalesville from 1971 until 1977, and at Holy Cross Parish in New Britain from 1977 until 1980. He was named Co-Pastor of Saint Vincent de Paul Parish in East Haven in 1980 where he served until 1986 when he was appointed Temporary Administrator of SS. Peter & Paul Parish in Wallingford.

On February 2, 1987, Father Shaw was named Pastor of Saint Stanislaus in Bristol where he served until he was named Pastor of Holy Cross Parish in New Britain on September 14, 2003. Then on June 30, 2008, Father Shaw was named Pastor of Saint Ann Parish in Milford where he served until his death.

Father Shaw served as Chaplain of the Knights of Columbus Tinto Council #47 and was Chaplain of the Ancient Order of Hibernians in Bridgeport, Division #1. He was also a proud member of the Gaelic American Club in Fairfield.

Survivors include his brother, Michael Shaw and his wife, Laura of Cromwell, Connecticut. Father Shaw’s body will lie in state at Saint Ann Church, 501 Naugatuck Avenue, Milford, on Friday, August 23, 2013, from 3:00-7:00 P.M., with a Parish Mass to follow at 7:00 P.M. On Saturday, August 24, 2013, The Most Reverend Henry J. Mansell, Archbishop of Hartford, will be the principal celebrant for the Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. at Saint Ann Church, Milford, followed by burial in Saint Stanislaus Cemetery, Meriden.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Saint Ann Foundation, in care of Saint Ann Church, 501 Naugatuck Ave, Milford, CT 06460.

The Gregory F. Doyle Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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

George Lewis Otzel, age 86, of Milford, beloved husband to the late Gloria Masulli, passed away peacefully at Connecticut Hospice in Branford on Sunday, August 25, 2013.

Born in Harrisburg, PA on November 28, 1926, he was a son of the late Nicholas and Mary Wataul Otzel.

George served with pride and honor in the United States Navy 29th Construction Battalion “Seabees” from 1944 to 1946. In 1951 George completed his apprenticeship and became a certified Master Carpenter. In 1960 he became a Bridgeport Police Officer and remained on the Department until his retirement in 1985.

In his youth, George was a Boy Scout and Sea Scout. He had many jobs, but his favorite job and fondest memory was working at the Grove Beach Casino, a skating rink in Clinton operated by his brother Nick, at which his other brothers worked.

He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Park City Council 16, and the Police Anchor Club affiliated with that Council. George was also an Elk, Bridgeport Lodge 36.

George is survived by his two sons Paul Lewis Otzel and his wife Colleen of Milford and Kenneth Otzel and his wife Laura of Bellingham, MA; four grandsons Daniel, Richard, Matthew and his wife Kathleen, William and one sister Nancy Bruciati.

He was predeceased by a son who died in infancy, George; six brothers, Nicholas, Frank, Charles, Michael, James and Joseph; as well as three sisters, Kate, Minnie and Mary.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, August 30, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at Saint Mary Church (MEET DIRECTLY AT CHURCH) 70 Gulf Street, Milford, CT 06460. Interment to follow at Lawncroft Cemetery, 1740 Black Rock Turnpike, Fairfield, CT 06432. Friends and family may call on August 29, 2013 from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad Street, Milford, CT 06460.

Memorial contributions may be made in George’s name to Connecticut Hospice 100 Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405.

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

Rocco F. Giustino, age 79, of Milford, beloved husband of Leonora Santagati Giustino for 27 years, died on Sunday, August 25th.

Mr. Giustino was born in the Bronx, NY on December 10, 1933 to the late Frank and Antonette Casalino Giustino.

Rocco worked for the City of Waterbury in the Special Collection division until his retirement.

Survivors include his children: Frank Giustino and wife Holly, Marie Brown and husband Donald, all of Milford; first wife, Margaret Giustino; five grandchildren: Donald and Cortney Brown and Rocco, Thomas and Cheech Giustino; two great-grandchildren, Alissa Grey and Mark Brown; sister, Mary Butler of Torrington; close family friend, Johanna Kaizer and several nieces and nephews.

Rocco is pre-deceased by his sisters, Angelina (Salvi) Andreoli and Domenica Collins.

Friends and family may call on Friday, August 30th from 4:00PM-6:00PM in The Gregory F Doyle Funeral Home, 291 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford, CT 06460. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 9:00AM DIRECTLY in Saint Gabriel Church, 26 Broadway, Milford. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Waterbury.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Saint Vincent’s Medical Center Foundation-Swim Center, 2800 Main Street, Bridgeport CT 06606 in Mr. Giustino’s memory.

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

Frank R. Landsfield, age 90, passed away on August 10, 2013 at Masonicare Health Center in Wallingford CT.

Born August 13, 1922 in Harrison MI, Frank lived his youth in Detroit and raised a family in St. Clair.

A graduate of Henry Ford Trade School as a pattern and model maker, Frank practiced the meticulous trade he loved for over 50 years.

An Army veteran of WWII, he was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in battles of Okinawa and Saipan.

Frank is survived by his son, Robert F Landsfield of Milford CT and his daughter, Gertrude E Lyons of Chicago IL and four grandchildren, Morgan Lyons, Hannah Lyons, Teigan Landsfield and McLean Landsfield.

A graveside service with Honor Guard will be held at White Chapel Memorial Cemetery in Troy on Saturday, September 14th at 11:00 followed by a family and friends reunion at Trace Pines Golf Club in Rochester Hills. All who knew Frank are welcome to attend.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to The Speech Academy, a school providing a specialized education to children with a range of communication and learning challenges (fundraise.com/speechacademy).

Local Arrangements by Smith & Sefcik Funeral Home.

Beatrice Teixeira, age 77, of Milford, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at St. Raphael’s Hospital in New Haven.

Daughter of the late Joseph Teixeira, Sr. and Philomena Teixera, she was born Jan. 21, 1936.

Beatrice was a loving mother who enjoyed getting her hair done and watching Chuck Norris and Vin Diesel movies. She will be truly missed by all who knew her.

Beatrice is survived by her children, Anthony Teixeira, Jeffrey Teixeira, and Patrick Gadlin; Grandson Jonathan Teixeira; and her brothers Jimmy and John; and sister-in-law Ruth Ann and Robert White, Sr.

Friends and family may call on Thursday, September 5th, 2013 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad St., Milford, CT 06460. A sharing of memories in Beatrice’s honor will be at 7:00 pm.

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

Patricia Anne Kittredge, 83, of Hamden, formerly of Milford, died Aug. 29, in Arden House.

She was born June 14, 1930, in Bridgeport to the late Jesse and Anna Webster Kittredge.

Before retiring, she was employed as a legal secretary for Atty. Quish and worked in the rectory at St. Mary’s Church.

Ms. Kittredge is survived by her loving sons Donald C. (Michele) Smith, Jr of Monroe and Kevin K. (Lindy) Smith of Milford, brother Frank Kittredge of Bloomington, IN, granddaughter Kristen Smith of Monroe, great granddaughter Kate Michels and several nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents, she is predeceased by a sister Nancy Roseberry.

Calling hours are Sunday, September 1, 2013 from 3 to 5pm, with a prayer service at 4:30pm, at the Smith & Sefcik Funeral Home, 135 Broad St., Milford. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the American Lung Assoc., 45 Ash St., East Hartford, CT 06108.

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

Ruth Ann (Walker) Millar, age 83, passed away at the Masonicare Health Center in Wallingford, September 1, 2013.

She was born January 12, 1930 in Wilkes-Barre, PA, to the late William and Ruth (Risch) Walker.

She attended a rustic one-room schoolhouse in Carverton, PA, and graduated from Trucksville High School, PA, in 1947 as class valedictorian. Ruth attended Hood College and continued her education at the Columbia University Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and RN diploma.

She was involved in many volunteer projects and was an advocate for the developmentally disabled. She was also a member of the Larchmont Avenue Church in Larchmont, NY, and attended the First Congregational Church of Wallingford at Ashlar Village.

Ruth was the wife of the late Robert Millar, a native of Milford, CT, her husband of 53 years, who predeceased her in 2009. They relocated to Masonicare at Ashlar Village, CT, in 2006, after living in Mamaroneck, NY, for many years.

She is survived by her son, David Millar of North Salem, NY; her daughter, Lynn (Edward) Ojarovsky of West Shokan, NY; her brother, Lance (Janet) Walker of Florida; and her beloved granddaughters, Helena and Felicia Ojarovsky of West Shokan, NY.

Arrangements are private and interment will be at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her memory to: Columbia University Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Association, Inc. (CUPHSONAA, Inc.), 480 Mamaroneck Ave., Harrison, NY 10528 or Masonic Charity Foundation of Connecticut, P.O. Box 70, Wallingford, CT 06492.

Smith & Sefcik Funeral Home, 135 N Broad St., Milford, CT has been entrusted with arrangements.

To leave a condolence, please visit our website at www.georgejsmithandson.com.

Robert J. “Bob” Mieczkowski, age 70, beloved husband to the late Nancy Mieczkowski, entered into eternal rest with his loving son, Jason, by his side on July 4, 2013 at Milford Hospital after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Bridgeport on September 19, 1942, he was the son of the late Joseph and Stella Suchenski Mieczkowski.
Bob was an avid fan of the Red Sox, Celtics and the NY Giants, and enjoyed vacationing in Toronto, Sarasota and Maine and loved the beach. Known as “Manager Bob,” he was a soccer coach for the Milford United Soccer Club.

A father figure to many of his son’s friends, Bob will be remembered as a kind, generous and caring father, brother and uncle who will be sadly missed.

In addition to his cherished son, Jason, he is survived by his sisters, Barbara Federico (Joseph) of Bridgeport and Mary Sego (Joseph) of Oxford and many other loving nieces, nephews and family members.

In addition to his wife, Nancy, he is predeceased by his loving nephew Nick Felisko and his cherished dogs, Romeo, Buddy and Puff.
Friends and family may call on Tuesday, July 9th from 4 to 7 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.
As an expression of sympathy, contributions may be made to the Cody-White business office on behalf of Robert’s son, Jason Mieczkowski.
To leave online condolences please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.

Sandra Jean Torento, age 71, longtime resident of Milford and beloved wife to the late Robert Torento, Sr., passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2013 in Milford Hospital.
Born in Pensylvania on January 8, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Anna Paleschic.
Sandra was a loving wife, sister, mother and grandmother and friend and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her two sons Douglas Torento and his wife Nicole of Milford and Robert Torento, Jr. and his wife Joy of Westbrook, her daughter-in-law Nikki Torento of TX, five grandchildren Ashley, Robert III, Michael, M.J. and Briana Torento and two sisters Joan Sandwick and her husband Eric and Denise Koppinger both of AZ as well as many loving nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband Sandra is predeceased by her loving son Michael Torento.
All services will be private. Arrangements are being handled by Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad Street, Milford CT 06460.
To leave online condolences please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.

Kenneth W. Crosby, age 70, of Milford, passed away peacefully with his beloved daughter, Yvonne, by his side on September 4, 2013 at the V.A. Hospital in West Haven.
Born on January 18, 1943 in Chelsea, MA, he was the son of the late Harold and Gertrude Robicheau Crosby.
Earlier in his years, he served proudly in the U.S. Navy. Kenneth was an avid Red Sox and New England Patriots fan and an active member of the American Legion Post 196.
Kenneth will be truly missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his daughter, Yvonne Crosby Jennings and her husband Shawn; grandchildren Austin and Alexis Jennings and many loving nieces and nephews.
Kenneth was predeceased by his son, Philip Charles Crosby and siblings Muriel Dulcetta, Ruth Napoli, Viola Harkness, Carl Crosby, Harold “Buddy” Crosby, Grace Feizzi, and John Crosby.
A Gathering of Friends and Family will be held on Saturday, September 7th from 3 to 6 pm with a Prayer Service at 6 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 to the Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250.
To leave online condolences please go to our website, www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.

Terry J. Munk, age 66, beloved husband of Jacqueline Wozniak Munk, loving father, and longtime resident of Milford, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 2nd, 2013 in his home.
Born in Chicago, IL on August 24, 1947, he was the son of the late Donald and Kathryn Le Conte Munk.
Terry served with pride and honor in the United States Army and was awarded the Army Commendation Medal and Bronze Star for his service in Vietnam. He was also a graduate of Southern Illinois University.
Throughout his extensive working career Terry was president and owner of Appaloosa Trading Company and Appaloosa Custom Products and Managing General Partner of the Connecticut Skyhawks.

He served his community as a member of the Board of Alderman (Chairman 1994-98), Drug Free Milford (President 1991), Greater New Haven YMCA Board of Directors, United Way of Milford (President 1990-92), Milford-Orange YMCA (Chairman 1989-91), Milford Oyster Festival Committee (President 1979), and the Korea-Vietnam Memorial Committee.
He was an active member of many professional organizations including the Milford Chamber of Commerce (President 1986-87), Advisory Board Bank of Boston, and the NFIB Action Council. Terry was also a member of the Milford Rotary Club (President 1990 & 1995), the Milford Club, the Republican Town Committee, and Ansantawae Lodge No. 89, A.F. & A.M.
In addition to his wife Jackie of 39 years, “Pops” is survived by his two children Christopher Munk and wife Emily, and Michael Munk and wife Meredith, of Milford; three grandchildren Bodhi, Xavier and Adelysia; sister Marcia and husband Charles; brother Richard and wife Connie; brother-in-law Jacques Wozniak, and several nieces and nephews.

A service will be held on Saturday, September 7, at 11:00 am at the Cody-White Funeral Home, followed by full Military Honors. Friends and family may call on Friday, September 6th 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 Terry’s name to “Rotary International” and mailed to Tracy O’Brien – Rotary Foundation Chair, Milford Rotary, PO Box 381, Milford CT 06460.