Fulton-Theroux Funeral Service - New London

CYNTHIA (LADD) TWOMEY - Cynthia (Ladd) Twomey passed away on September 16, 2022, at the age of 82 after an extended illness. She was born in Norwich on January 3, 1940, daughter of the late Nelson and Catherine (Gribbin) Ladd. She grew up in the Fitchville section of Bozrah, graduated from the Academy of the Holy Family in Baltic, and was a long-time resident of Norwich following her marriage to Thomas J. Twomey on October 29, 1960. He predeceased her in 1984. She was also predeceased by her brother James Ladd and her sister Catherine (Ladd) MacDougall. She is survived by her children: Thomas J. Twomey, Jr. (Lynda) of Midlothian, VA; T. Michael Twomey (Gail) of Ridgefield, CT; and...

Dr. Robert C. Recor, of Old Lyme, CT, crossed the finish line for a final time on the morning of September 9th, 2022. Bob, at the time of his passing was surrounded by his family, his wife of 60+ years Doris Oertel Recor, his son Robert who resides in Norwich, CT and Jonathan who lives in Westbrook, Ct. He and Doris have two grandchildren, Curtis Recor of Snoqualmie, WA and Traci Rossiter French of Gold Bar, WA. Bob was born in New Haven, CT in 1937, the son of Frank Recor and Hazel Recor, he is survived by his sister Norma Amodio, who lives in Waterbury, CT. Bob was a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic, in Davenport, Iowa, where he excelled as a student. Following graduation,...

Joanne Elizabeth Calzetta, 75, longtime resident of Niantic, passed away on September 3, 2022. Born on August 30, 1947 in Hartford, CT, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Hines and Dorothy (O'Connell) Hines Dlubac. Joanne graduated from South Catholic High School, Hartford, CT and went on to earn her degree to practice as an X-Ray Technician. She worked as a technician for 8 years at St Francis Hospital in Hartford, CT. She married the love of her life, her husband, the late Thomas J. Calzetta, in 1973, they spent 34 long, happy years together before his passing. Joanne spent several years working as an aid at Lillie B. Haynes elementary school. She loved working at the school her...

Anne M. McCarthy-Coleman, of Essex, CT, passed away peacefully on August 16th, 2022. Anne was born in Dublin, Ireland on August 14th, 1952. She lived with her parents Denis and Mamie McCarthy in Bronx, NY. After graduating from High School in Bronx, NY, Anne later went to work on Wall Street at Merrill Lynch. On August 17th, 1979 she married David Coleman in Nanuet, NY. After getting married she continued to work in finance, eventually trading in working for a large financial institution for something more local to spend more time with her family. Anne worked for the East Lyme Board of Education as both an Accounts Payable Clerk and Bookkeeper for 30 years. In her free time, she pursued...

Eugenio C. Gonzalves, 79, of Waterford, CT passed peacefully surrounded by his family on July 7, 2022 after a brief illness. Gene was born in Manila, Philippines on July 31, 1942. He is predeceased by his father, Eugenio Gonzalves Sr., his mother Leocadia Gonzalves, and his son, Eugene Gonzalves. He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Pacita Villanueva Gonzalves; brother Gerardo Gonzalves of British Columbia, Canada; sister Josephine Capuno of Marikina, Philippines; daughter Christine and husband Patrick Mulready of Glastonbury, CT; and his five grandchildren: Devin, Sawyer, Eloise and Cleo Mulready and Ashlyn Gonzalves of Efland, North Carolina. With his wife pregnant with their...

Marcia Ann Levitsky, of East Lyme, CT, formerly of Auburn and Worcester, passed away on June 30, 2022, at home. She was born on May 18, 1952, in Worcester, the daughter of Henry Rossik of Auburn, MA, and the late Helen Leszcynski Rossik. Marcia knew what she wanted and pushed herself to get there. When the children were finally in higher grade school, she pursued a college degree in education. She received her Associates Degree from Three Rivers College, Then her Bachelor of Arts degree from Central Connecticut State College. She secured a teaching position in the Business Department of Ella Grasso Regional Vocational Technical High School. She then obtained her Masters Degree from Lesley...

Donna Lee Calabria Poeta, 73, of Old Lyme, beloved wife of the late William Louis Poeta Jr, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Monday, June 13, 2022. She was born on December 27, 1949 in Sewickley, PA and was the daughter of the late John and Mary Jane Mihalik Calabria. Donna was a graduate of Sewickley Valley School of Nursing and was employed as a Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) at the Endoscopy Center of Connecticut. Previously she was a CRNA at Saint Raphael and Yale New Haven Hospitals for over 30 years. She recently lost her husband Bill last month after 40 years of marriage. Donna enjoyed gardening, crafting, making floral arrangements, attending horse shows...

Christian P. DeCarlo, 94, passed away in his home on May 28, 2022. Born in Steger Illinois on January 10, 1928, he was the son of the late Peter DeCarlo and Angelina (D'Onofrio) DeCarlo. Christian graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from Norwich University in Norwich Vermont. He went on to become a Mechanical Engineer for Electric Boat. Christian met and married the love of his life June Butler DeCarlo in 1953, although she used to say "they were born married" they spent 62 long beautiful years together before her passing in May of 2015. Christian was a dedicated Landlord and active participant in a local Property owners association. Above all else, Christian found his joy in...

William Louis Poeta Jr., 68, of Old Lyme, beloved husband of Donna Lee Calabria Poeta, passed away at home on Saturday, May 21, 2022. Born in Derby CT, he was the son of the late William and Joan Golino Poeta. He was a Veteran of the US Air Force and served during the Vietnam Era. He earned his bachelor's degree in Accounting from SCSU in New Haven. Bill was a financial analyst for Pratt and Whitney and a CPA before his retirement in 2019. Previously, he was a controller at Thames Printing and a Millworker at American Brass Co. Bill enjoyed golf, fly fishing, woodworking, shooting and attending horse shows with his daughter. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren....

Arthur F Mansfield III, born May 3rd and known to many as Art, Butch, Pops, and Papa retired from this earthly life prematurely in the early afternoon hours of May 15th, 2022. Born to and predeceased by Arthur and Jean Mansfield of New Haven. Art is also predeceased by his wife of nearly 46 years Jo-Anne D. Hill Mansfield, his brother Scott Mansfield, as well as his sisters Pamela and Martha Mansfield. Art migrated to Ledyard in the 70's with his wife Dale after marrying on March 2nd, 1973. Art was a devoted Father, Uncle and Papa to Rebecca and her partner Molli "Max" Thurlow, Roxanne and her husband Matthew, Adam, Arianna, Katie, and Shea. Additionally, Art is survived by four sisters and...

Joseph R. Brennan of Waterford. passed away unexpectedly on May 13, 2022. Joe was born on February 8, 1965 in New London, CT. Joe grew up in Pleasure Beach where he made life-long friends. He attended Waterford High School and then joined the United States Army where he proudly served. Throughout his life Joe had many jobs, making friends wherever he went but the job he always came back to was landscaping. Joe worked for Eastern CT Lawncare with his best friend, whom he considered his brother, Adam Sandora. Joe is predeceased by his parents Stephanie Brennan and Bruce Brennan, his grandmother Julia 'Nana' Patterson and his Aunt Christine Wilson. Joe is survived by his daughter Kacie Nicole...

Mary Blossom Turner, beloved wife of Soundings Publisher Jack Turner, passed easily in her sleep April 30 at 90 years old. She leaves two children (Mariette Brown and John Turner) as well as John's children (Marilee Root, Brittany Figueroa, and John), their children, Halle and Tyler Root, and Annabelle, Damien, (and their soon-to-be little sister) Figueroa, six nephews and their families. Mary was an accomplished artist, lover of life and an ardent supporter of her husband and children. A memorial service will be held at 2PM on Sunday afternoon, May 22, 2022 at the Grassy Hill Church in Old Lyme. Please visit the www.fultontherouxoldlyme.com for the full obituary and to leave any...

Mary Blossom Turner, beloved wife of Soundings Publisher Jack Turner, passed easily in her sleep April 30 at 90 years old. She leaves two children (Mariette Brown and John Turner) as well as John's children (Marilee Root, Brittany Figueroa, and John), their children, Halle and Tyler Root, and Annabelle, Damien, (and their soon-to-be little sister) Figueroa, six nephews and their families. Mary was an accomplished artist, lover of life and an ardent supporter of her husband and children. A memorial service will be held at 2PM on Sunday afternoon, May 22, 2022 at the Grassy Hill Church in Old Lyme. Please visit www.fultontherouxoldlyme.com for the full obituary and to leave any memories...

Stephen Atwater Klinck passed away in his home early Friday April 29th after a battle with prostate cancer. Stephen is survived by his twin brother Stan Klinck, his sister Louise Ferrebee , sister in law Mary Ellen Klinck as well as six nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his older brother Donald. Stephen attended Trinity college and furthered his education through out his career as a teacher in the Guilford school system. He continued to tutor after his retirement and was loved by his students and colleagues. Stephen enjoyed traveling and sailing all over the world with family and friends. He played tennis regularly and had a group of friends he hiked with a few times a week. Stephen...

Thomas C. Stanton, Was born in 1933, and lived in New Britain until moving to the beautiful seaside community of Hawks Nest Beach Old Lyme in 1986, to a home his father built in the 1940's. Tom was self employed as a ceramic tile setter his whole life and was still doing jobs of some sort even at age 80+. Tom served his country in Germany before returning to New Britain to raise a family. He leaves his brother Mike Stanton and his wife Donna of Berlin, his daughter Brenda Boone of New London and a son Mark Stanton and his wife Robin of New Britain, and grandchildren Madison and Kayla, Justin, Kurt and Abigail, and several Nieces and Nephews. Tom will be thoroughly missed by his many friends...

Latoya S. Brown-Knight, age 39, of Groton, CT, passed away unexpectedly on March 21, 2022 at Lawrence and Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. Latoya was born on October 4, 1982 in New London to Sharon and Daniel C. Brown Jr. of Groton, CT. She studied hard and completed her GED and Latoya was then employed as a manager at Chipotle. She was a devoted parishioner of Missionary Church of Groton. She enjoyed dancing, singing, camping, and spent most of her time working or with family. Latoya's greatest joy in life was her six children and her big, loving family. Latoya will be most remembered for her beautiful smile, one of a kind laugh, her famous mac and cheese, and being the life of the...

Thomas Pendleton Sr., 80, of Niantic, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2022. Born on September 20, 1941 in Cranston, Rhode Island, he was the son of the late Joseph Pendleton Jr. and Jeanie (McKee) Pendleton. Thomas married his childhood sweetheart, Carol Baton, in 1962 and spent 34 years together, making a home and raising their family together in Chesterfield. Thomas proudly served as a junior firefighter in Niantic and then became a lifelong member of the Chesterfield fire department. He was also a military veteran serving in the U.S. Army and the CT National Guard. He retired from the former AVCRAD in Groton, working as the building superintendent. Tom, Carol, and Heather spent the...

Jayden Anthony Venturini, of New London, passed away on February 25, 2022, at home. He was born on December 27, 1998, in Westerly. Jayden went to Ledyard Public School where he played football and baseball. He was later accepted to Norwich Tech where he studied electronics. Jayden's number one joys were spending time with his only child, his son, Adrian, whom he cherished. He also loved to be with his brothers and sisters whom he adored and the feeling was mutual, they worshipped him. Jayden's biggest attribute was his unwavering love for his family and big heart. He will be truly missed by us all. If we hope to learn anything from this tragedy it is to spend time with the ones you love and...

Almira Ruby Smirnow, 92, of Brooklyn, CT, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2022. Born on June, 16, 1929 in Westerly, RI, Almira is the daughter of the late Albert and Mary Bettinson. Almira married the love of her life, the late Richard Smirnow Sr., in 1952, they enjoyed 62 long years together, raising a family and making a home together. Almira found joy in spending time with her family and those she held close to her heart. Almira is predeceased by her parents and her husband as well as her son Alfred Smirnow, and her daughter Mary Nichols. Almira will be greatly missed by her son Richard Smirnow Jr, and her daughter Carol James (husband Keith). She is also survived by her 11...

Almira Ruby Smirnow, 92, of Brooklyn, CT, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2022. Born on June, 16, 1929 in Westerly, RI, Almira is the daughter of the late Albert and Mary Bettinson. Almira married the love of her life, the late Richard Smirnow Sr., in 1952, they enjoyed 62 long years together, raising a family and making a home together. Almira found joy in spending time with her family and those she held close to her heart. Almira is predeceased by her parents and her husband as well as her son Alfred Smirnow, and her daughter Mary Nichols. Almira will be greatly missed by her son Richard Smirnow Jr, and her daughter Carol James (husband Keith). She is also survived by her 11...

Almira Ruby Smirnow, 92, of Brooklyn, CT, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2022. Born on June, 16, 1929 in Westerly, RI, Almira is the daughter of the late Albert and Mary Bettinson. Almira married the love of her life, the late Richard Smirnow Sr., in 1952, they enjoyed 62 long years together, raising a family and making a home together. Almira found joy in spending time with her family and those she held close to her heart. Almira is predeceased by her parents and her husband as well as her son Alfred Smirnow, and her daughter Mary Nichols. Almira will be greatly missed by her son Richard Smirnow Jr, and her daughter Carol James (husband Keith). She is also survived by her 11...