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George H. Romania, 65, of Cheshire, passed away peacefully on his favorite day of the year ? Christmas ? Wednesday, December 25, 2024, with his family by his side. An inspiration to all, he battled multiple system atrophy (MSA) for nearly a decade, living life to the fullest up to his final day. He was the beloved husband of 37 years to Denise Minore Romania. George was born in Rutland, Vermont, on September 19, 1959, the son of the late Jerome and Greta Streeter Romania. Raised in Vermont, George loved the outdoors. He learned to hunt as a young boy and, as an adult, enjoyed hunting expeditions all over the country with treasured family and friends. He was also knowledgeable about all types...

George H. Romania, 65, of Cheshire, passed away peacefully on his favorite day of the year ? Christmas ? Wednesday, December 25, 2024, with his family by his side. An inspiration to all, he battled multiple system atrophy (MSA) for nearly a decade, living life to the fullest up to his final day. He was the beloved husband of 37 years to Denise Minore Romania. George was born in Rutland, Vermont, on September 19, 1959, the son of the late Jerome and Greta Streeter Romania. Raised in Vermont, George loved the outdoors. He learned to hunt as a young boy and, as an adult, enjoyed hunting expeditions all over the country with treasured family and friends. He was also knowledgeable about all types...

Brendan T. McCaffery, 58, of Cheshire passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 30th, 2024, at Yale New Haven Hospital with his family by his side. He was the beloved husband of 29 years to Caitlin Cullinan McCaffery. Brendan was born in Portadown, County Armagh, Ireland on June 18th, 1965, and was the son of the late Francis and Rosena McParland McCaffery. He earned degrees from Liverpool John Moores University and Albertus Magnus College, New Haven. Brendan worked for Camillo's Tuxedo, Circle Media Catholic Publication, and was an Insurance Agent for State Farm Insurance for many years. He was a member of the North Haven Rotary Club, the Irish-American Community Center, East Haven and...

William Michael Foraker, 69, of Wallingford, formerly of North Haven, passed away on Monday, January 22nd, 2024 at his home. William was born in Meriden on May 23rd, 1954 and was the son of the late William T. (Betsy) Foraker and Carol J. Hartline. A graduate of North Haven High School, William worked for the Town of North Haven Public Works Department and later for the Town of Wallingford Board of Education. Brother of Billie Jo Foraker, Cindy (Steven) Morcaldi, Kevin (Deborah)Richter, and Patricia Reichert. Leaves behind daughter, Michelle Lewis, a granddaughter, several nieces and nephews, and longtime friend Linda Robbins. The visiting hours will be Friday, Jan. 26th from 5:00 to...

Angela Sabino Del Nero of Meriden passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at MidState Medical Center surrounded by her loving children following a courageous battle with metastatic pancreatic cancer. Angela was the beloved wife of 41 years to the late Luigi Del Nero. Angela was born on January 23, 1942 in Treglia, Comune di Pontelatone, P. Caserta, Italy. She was the daughter of the late Giovanni and Giovannina Marra Sabino. Prior to her retirement Angela was employed as a factory worker at International Silver, Silver City Glass, Napier, Eyelet Specialty and lastly as a machine operator at Walbro Automotive/TI Group, where she proudly completed a workplace literacy program....

LEE FERRAIOLO We are sad to announce the passing of our beloved mom, grandma and great grandma, Lee Ferraiolo. She died at home surrounded by her two daughters, Jennifer, and Susan, in the early morning after a brief period of deteriorating health. We had her joy and laughter for 96 years and there will be a hole in our lives forever. Lee was born in New Haven on June 3rd 1927, graduated from Hill House high and attended nursing school at Saint Raphaels hospital, also in New Haven. She was predeceased by her loving husband Felix Ferraiolo, whom she adored, daughter Rosemary Smith, parents Rose and Vincent Richitelli, brother Vincent Richitelli Jr and sister Irene Rogers. She is survived by...

David Carl Kniess "Lu Lu", 80, formerly of Wallingford, CT and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, died peacefully in his sleep on September 23, 2023, after a long illness. Born on November 2, 1942, David was the son of the late Carl Joseph Kniess and Vina (Stauffer) Kniess of Harmony, Pennsylvania. He is survived by his beloved wife of 27 years, Natalie Burke, 3 sons, David C. Kniess, Jr., of Salt Lake City, UT, Kenneth Todd Kniess of Santa Rosa, CA, Carl Brian Kniess of Wallingford, CT, 4 grandchildren; Aislynn, Adeline, Aidan, Auggie, daughter in-laws Erica, Trish, Annie and his beloved dog, Savannah "The Baby". Dave graduated from North Hills High School in Pittsburgh, PA, in 1960 and attended...

Donald J. Nitz, 81, of North Haven, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 11th, 2023 at Midstate Medical Center, Meriden with his family by his side. He was the beloved husband of 59 years to Lois Bentley Nitz. Donald was born in Meriden on November 19th, 1941, was the son of the late Theodore and Nellie Koblish Nitz and stepson of the late Everlyn Nitz. Donald earned a bachelor's degree in business from UConn, was a real estate appraiser all his life and was the owner/operator for 40 years of Donald Nitz & Associates. Don was an MAI, in 1979 was President of the CT Chapter of the American Institute of Real estate Appraiser. He enjoyed going to the beach, taking car rides,...

Charlotte (D'Agostino) Kinney, 68, of Wallingford, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 5th, 2023, at Hartford Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in New Haven on April 27th, 1955, she was the daughter of George D'Agostino, Sr. and the late Mary (Gelagotis) D'Agostino. Charlotte was a graduate of North Haven High School and earned a bachelor's degree from the former Southern Connecticut State College. She worked as a Children's Service Consultant for the State of Connecticut for many years until her retirement. After retirement she volunteered her time for many different organizations. She enjoyed gardening, writing letters, reading, and loved driving her car to many...

Dorene A. Foster Merante, 80, of Cheshire, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 23rd, 2023, at Elim Park, Cheshire with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert M. Merante. Dorene was born in Altoona, Pennsylvania on April 16th, 1943, and was the daughter of the late Eugene and Theresa Volpe Foster. Dorene was a graduate of Wilbur Cross High School, New Haven, and the former Stones Business College. She had worked for the SNET Company, Professional Pensions and later for Principal Financial where she retired as Vice President of Marketing. Dorene was an avid reader and enjoyed watching the Hallmark channel on television. Mother of Francis Mitchell Merante...

Shirley DeCarlo DiGirolamo, 93, a resident of North Haven for 63 years, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 6th, 2023, at The Landing of North Haven. She was the beloved wife of 69 years to the late John DiGirolamo. Shirley was born in West Haven on February 23rd, 1930, and was the daughter of the late Dominic and Martha Manchester DeCarlo. She graduated from West Haven High School in 1947 and had worked as a Library Paraprofessional at Mill Road and Clintonville Schools in North Haven and was affectionally known to the neighborhood and students as "Mrs. D". Shirley was a communicant of St. Barnabas Church where she sang with their choir for many years. She loved the holidays spending...

Victor Nicholas Petrocelli, 76, of The Villages, Florida passed away peacefully on Friday, June 2, 2023, at The Villages Hospice House. Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York on October 28, 1946, he was the son of the late Nicholas and Josephine Busacco Petrocelli. Victor survived his country faithfully in the US Army. He was a member of the Billiards Club at The Village, The Villages Stick Ball Club, SCORE, and a former member of The Village's Rotary Clubs. Victor was an avid church goer. He worked as a supervisor for the US Postal Service and as a part-time jeweler. Victor truly enjoyed food, especially preparing and cooking for family and friends. Loving father of Nicole Mastroianni...

Charlie (Caroline) Sirico, 31, of Meriden, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 7, 2023, at his home. Born in Meriden on June 4, 1991, he was the son of Mark Sirico and Heather Cates Schweikert, and stepson of Michael Schweikert. Charlie was most recently a taxi driver in New Haven County. In his younger days, Charlie was an avid horse rider. He was most happy with a fishing pole in a canoe. He was also active in helping people in the sober community and a real jokester. Charlie was preceded in death by his beloved "Pa," Dale Cates, Sr. He is survived by his parents, brother Andrew Sirico, grandparents Carmel and Raymond Sirico, Grandma Tina Cates and many aunts, uncles, and...

Kathy M. Beauregard Mandy, 66, of Wallingford, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at Middlesex Hospital, Middletown. She was the wife of 39 years to Bruce G. Mandy. Kathy was born in Berlin, CT on June 15th, 1956, and was the daughter of the late Robert G. and Bonnie L. Terhune Beauregard. She earned an associate degree from Gateway Community College and had worked as a Registered Dietetic Technician at ACES for many years. Kathy had a love for animals, enjoyed the outdoors and watching the birds. Mother of David Barr. Sister of Cherie (Kurt) Greiner. Aunt of Kurt Greiner II. Daughter-in-law of Gilbert & Elaine Mandy. Sister-in-law of Lynda & Bob Cummiskey, Liz &...

Orlando Guadarrama Perez, 72, of New Haven, passed away peacefully on March 21st, 2023 at the Arden House, Hamden. Born in Camuy, Puerto Rico on January 4, 1951, he was the son of the late Gavino and Inocenzia Perez Guadarrama. He served his country faithfully in the US Army during the Vietnam era and was a member of the Antique Veterans. Orlando was a mechanic and had worked for NAPA Auto Parts. He enjoyed playing pool, bingo and Dominos. Father of Suzette Guadarrama and Jose O. Guadarrama. Grandfather of Gianna E. Strode. Brother of Israel, Alma, Olga, Minerva, Iluminada and Paquito Guadarrama. The visiting hours will be Saturday morning, April 8th from 9:00 to 11:00 at The Havens Family...

Irene French Eimutis, 89, of Wallingford passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at MidState Medical Center, Meriden with family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert C. Eimutis. Irene was born in Birmingham, England on December 19, 1933 and was the daughter of the late William Henry and Gertrude Gibbs French. She worked as a shipping clerk at Circuitwise for many years until her retirement. Irene enjoyed line dancing and playing cards, but her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family whom she loved unconditionally. Mother of Stephen (Eileen) Broadfield and Dawn D'Amato. Sister of the late Colleen Roberts and Doreen Stanley. Also survived by her...

William H. Porter, 77, of Wallingford passed away peacefully on Monday, December 5th, 2022 at MidState Medical Center, Meriden with his family by his side. He was the beloved husband of 48 years to Laura Bottone Porter. Bill was born in Stamford on November 14, 1945 and was the son of the late William H. and Phyllis M. Morano Porter. He worked as a Quality Control Inspector for many years until his retirement. Bill was a crossing guard for the Wallingford School System and volunteered at the Hebron Harvest Fair. Enjoying jeeps, Bill was a member of the Nutmeg Jeepers Club and the CT Beach Cruisers. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Father Donaher Council of North Haven....

Margaret M. Provost Kelly, 98, of North Haven formerly of Florence Street, East Haven passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 3, 2022, at the Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center, Hamden with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Charles P. Kelly. Margaret was born in New Haven on April 13, 1924 and was the daughter of the late Frederick F. and Evelyn Edwards Provost. She had worked for the former First Bank for 13 years and later as a secretary for the former Tyler Cooper Law Firm for nine years until her retirement. Margaret was a member of the North Haven Senior Center, enjoyed art, painting, and taking frequent trips to the casino. She will be dearly missed...

Edwina "Bina" Serfilippi Petrillo, 96, of North Haven, passed away after a long illness on Tuesday, October 25th, 2022 at her home with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Richard R. Petrillo, Sr. Edwina was born in New Haven on March 19, 1926. Edwina was the daughter of the late Sebastiano and Giuseppina Travaglini Serfilippi. She was a word processor for Nationwide Insurance for many years until her retirement. Mother of Denise M. Petrillo, Jacqueline A. (Alphonse) Lucibello and Richard R. (Michelle) Petrillo, Jr. Sister-in-law of Jennie Serfilippi and the late Raymond. Also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Sister of the...

Josephine H. Tagliatela D'Amato, 94, formerly of Wallingford, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 6th, 2022 at the Branford Hills Health Care Center. She was the beloved wife of the late Angelo R. D'Amato. Josephine was born in New Haven on July 25, 1928 and was the daughter of the late Francesco and Giuseppina Bizzaro Tagliatela. She was an excellent cook and baker especially her meatballs & sauce, lasagna, stuffed peppers, holiday cookies & pies, anginettes, chocolate chip cookies, and her infamous friselles. Josephine was a member of the Wallingford Senior Center where she loved to play bocce and pinochle. She was an avid UCONN Girls' basketball and Boston Red Sox...

Rose Ann Nacca Dunlap, 74, of Durham passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 30th, 2022 at her home with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of Louis A. Dunlap. Rose was born in New Haven on September 24, 1947 and was the daughter of the late Ferdinand and Mary Mongillo Nacca. Mother of Victoria Berry (Peter), Barbara Freeman (Joseph), Caitlin Dunlap (Michael Roraback) and Jonathan Dunlap (Caroline). Grandmother of Jordan Bushnell (Olivia Pezzello), Marissa and Cooper Berry, Nathan, Charlie, and Theo Dunlap. Great-Grandmother of Troy Bushnell. Sister of Carol Huntoon (Daniel). Sister-in-law of Jean Dyer (Dale). Also survived by her beloved aunt Anna Mongillo, former...