Shoreline Times

Martha Servis Ruhling 92, of St. Petersburg, FL, formerly of Madison, CT passed away with family at her side on Saturday June 18, 2022. She leaves behind four children from her first marriage to Kenneth L. Jansen: Deborah J. MacKinnon; Mary Lou Fusi; David Jansen; Sarah Jansen; two stepsons from her second marriage to Richard W. Ruhling, Christopher and Craig Ruhling. She also leaves behind four grandchildren Luca and John Fusi and Brittany (Howell) Bodager and Benjamin Howell as well as six Ruhling step-grandchildren, Jacob; Hadley; John; Cailin; Richard ll and Anna. She leaves four great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her loving husband Richard W. Ruhling after 36 happy years....

Ursula J. Munz, 77, of Killingworth, passed away on April 23, 2022 with her devoted husband by her side. Born on April 22, 1945 in Norwich, CT she was the daughter of the late Herbert J. Babbitt and Jane E. Lewon Babbitt. Ursula graduated from Norwich Free Academy in 1963 and went on to earn her Bachelors of Science from Nazareth College in 1967. For over 40 years she worked as a Medical Technologist at Yale New Haven Hospital until her retirement in 2008. Ursula married the love of her life, her husband Louis Munz, on April 24, 1971. They were blessed with 51 incredible years together building a family and enjoying each other's company. Ursula and Lou were inseparable as they truly were...

Richard P. Laudano, 77, of Killingworth, CT, passed away on Sunday, March 6th 2022, surrounded by his family after a short battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Rich was born in New Haven, CT on December 12, 1944 to Salvatore and Josephine Laudano of Hamden. He was a graduate from Hamden H.S. and received a bachelor's degree from Quinnipiac University, a master's degree from Southern Connecticut University and a seventh year in Education from University Saint Joseph, West Hartford. Rich was a classroom teacher for 37 years in Wallingford, CT. Along with teaching, he and his business partner, Harold Pope started their own real estate management business, which continues to this day. Rich...

Lisa passed on from this life on February 4, 2022, after a courageous 5 year battle with lung cancer. She leaves her loving son, Matthew Doerrer, and, her life partner of 25 years, Edward Muzik. She was predeceased by her mother and father, Sandra and Frank Galloni. In addition she leaves her siblings, Frank Michael, Christopher Galloni, and Cynthia Wohlers, and her dear niece, Emma Wohlers . Lisa was a para teacher in special education, a position she loved, at the Farm Hill School in Middletown, CT. Working with her students brought her so much enjoyment and fulfillment, watching the progress and change in their lives which she was able to help them make. The friendships of her colleagues...

Donald Ratliff, 93, of Guilford, CT, entered into rest peacefully at his home on January 28, 2022. He was predeceased by his loving wife Helen Barnick Ratliff, his first wife Dolores Rose Ratliff, his brother James Ratliff; his sisters Margaret Boca, Betty Neal, May Hazenbush and Maxine Knight. He was the loving father of Doyle Ratliff (Denise), Darryl Ratliff (Lois Ann), Douglas Ratliff; and Lorina Ferrier (Dan); grandfather of Lisa Ratliff, Brandon Ratliff (Sara), and Karen and Heather Ratliff; and Stefanie Proto; Great grandfather of Fletcher and Sparrow Ratliff. Don was the son of the late Chester McKinley Ratliff and Mary McMullen Ratliff. Don was a lifelong patriot and served his...

James B. Ryan D.O., 76, of Madison died peacefully at home with his loving family by his side on Sunday November 28th, 2021. He was the cherished husband of Barbara Bojko Ryan for 45 years, the son of the late Joseph F. Ryan and Catherine Travers Ryan. He was born on September 4, 1945 and raised on The Hill in New Haven. He lived for many years in Wethersfield, Ct, before retiring in Madison. He is survived by his sister-in-law Janet (Mumaw) Ryan of Matteson, IL, his sister-in-law Margo Bojko of East Hartford, and his sister-in-law Maureen Bojko of Glastonbury. He was the beloved uncle of 11 nieces and nephews, 16 grand nieces and nephews, and 3 great-grand nephews and 1 great-grand niece....

Margaret Sbriglio, 92, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2021, All Souls Day, surrounded by her family at her home in Fenwick, Old Saybrook. Margaret was a remarkable woman with a larger-than-life personality, defying her petite stature. She embraced life with enthusiasm, determination and perseverance and was a mentor to many, encouraging them to dream and achieve. To know her was to never forget her. As a pioneer in the nursing home industry, she started what would become the family business at the young age of 20, with a vision that the aging deserved better care. Together, she and her husband worked tirelessly for over 60 years to create a healthcare organization that has received...

Thomas William Lawrence, of Westbrook, and formerly of Madison, passed away on October 23, 2021 at home. He was born on March 15, 1934 in Hartford, the son of Ernest and Mary Lawrence. He graduated from Bulkeley High School in 1952, attended the University of Connecticut, and graduated from Trinity College. He then served with the United States Air Force, spending one year in Alaska which he loved. After the Air Force, he worked for The Southern New England Telephone Company in various management positions. He then went to work fora real estate and home building company, then had his own custom home building company until he retired. At one point in the 1960s he served as Liaison Officer...

Susan Mellin James was born to Henry and Viola Mellin in St. Louis on April 20, 1943. She received her RN at Vassar Brothers Hospital in 1965 and was one of the first hospice nurses in CT. She later received her BA from Connecticut College, where she won the Suzanne K. Langer award in philosophy, and her MSN from Yale University. She had her own practice in psychotherapy in Madison, CT, for over 30 years. She was an avid ballroom dancer, and loved to read, paint, and solve the NYT crossword puzzles. She also enjoyed walking and bike riding in Vero Beach, Florida. Most of all, she loved her family. Susan is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Warner T. "Jim", her three children, Jim...

Peter Jennings Talbot passed away August 18, 2021 on a return trip home to the Midwest. He was 60. Peter was born on June 11, 1961 in Norwalk, Connecticut to Ellen Grevatt and Edward Talbot. He was the oldest of many siblings. Peter served in the United States Navy from 1979 to 1983. In 1984 he married his wife, Kathryn, and in 1987 received a bachelor's degree from the University of North Florida. He went on to work many years in finance with the majority of his career at General Electric. His career took him and his family throughout the United States. Though he loved the Northeast where he was born and raised, it was St. Augustine, Florida that had his heart. He fulfilled his retirement...

Joan M. Dallas, 85, of Madison passed away Wednesday August 18, 2021. Born in Pittsburgh, PA on May 31, 1936. She was the devoted wife of Captain Allen R. Dallas, an American Airlines pilot. Together they spent many happy years traveling the world together, and voyaging on their boat "First Class". Joan was the matriarch of the Dallas family. She is survived by her four children; Laraine Kehoe and husband Michael Kehoe, Judy Shafer and husband Jeffrey Shafer, Cherie Malona and husband Skip Malona, and Allen R. Dallas II and his wife Kara Dallas. She is also survived by her precious grandchildren and great grandchildren. The simplest pleasures in life brought great joy to Joan. She enjoyed...

Dr. Charles E Riordan, age 83 passed away on Saturday July 17th surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 29, 1938 in the Bronx, NY to Charles and Julia (Bensel) Riordan. Charlie grew up in Riverdale, NY and graduated from Regis High School in 1955, the College of the Holy Cross in 1959 and is a 1963 graduate of Harvard Medical School. He was trained as a psychiatrist at St. Vincent's in New York City and pioneered methadone maintenance as a treatment for opiate addiction. He was married to the former Pat Reardon in 1963 and in 1970 came to New Haven to work as a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Yale Medical School. Charlie moved the family to Madison, a town where he...

Harry R Darling Jr, 64, of Killingworth CT, passed away at home on the morning of July 11, 2021, after a 2 yearlong battle with cancer. Born on January 14, 1957, in New Haven. Harry was an avid Nascar fan, he especially loved spending time with his grandchildren and making up songs to entertain them, and his dog Zeus. Above all else, Harry loved his family. Harry is predeceased by his father Harry Darling Sr and his sister Mary Powell. Harry will be greatly missed by his beloved wife of 36 years Barbara, his mother Elizabeth Rayner of Killingworth CT, his daughters Jennifer Lussier, her husband Tyler of Crestview, FL, Amy Darling, her husband Jeremy Walker of Firestone, CO, Rachel...

Tammy Quatrano, 54 years old of Killingworth CT passed away on July 1,2021 in her sleep at her second home in Florida. Beloved wife of Neil Quatrano married 30 years. Daughter of the late Mary Lou and Darryl Davis. Survived by her 3 beloved children Tyler Quatrano, Lauren Quatrano and Julia Quatrano. She leaves behind her siblings George (Cathy) Davis, Denise Varney and Cheryl (Bill) Cole and brother-in-law Frank (Gina ) Quatrano and Ricki-Ann Nashwinter and several niece and nephews (known as Aunt Bunny), several foster children (known as Mimi), aunts, uncles and cousins. Tammy was a vibrant person with a kind giving heart. She surrounded herself with others in a loving embrace. Her...

George Joseph Doerr, 92, of Clinton, CT passed away peacefully on June 29, 2021. He was born on November 11, 1928 in New Haven. In 1967 he married the love of his life, the late Nancy S. Doerr. They enjoyed 49 years in each other's company. George loved vintage cars, motorcycles, PBS mysteries, and drives through the country. Above all else, George loved his family and found his greatest joy being with his wife Nancy and his children, Jennifer and Daniel. George is predeceased by his parents, his wife, and his brother Louis Doerr. George will be greatly missed by his children, Jennifer Doerr of Branford, CT and Daniel Doerr and his wife Deanna Lewis Doerr of Ellington, CT. He is...

Sandra H. Keller, of The Villages, Florida, passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021. Born December 3, 1933 in Canandaigua, NY, she was the daughter of the late William Jackson Howell and Irene Stokoe. She resided in Clinton, CT for 30 years, where she was an active member of the United Methodist Church and co-founder of the church's thrift shop. In 1998, she moved to The Villages and became a member of the New Covenant United Methodist Church. A devoted wife, mother and caregiver, she was predeceased by her loving husband Edward Keller and her devoted brother Ronald Howell. She is survived by her three children, Michael Bingham of Cromwell, CT, Kimberlee Keller of New York, NY, and Karen...

Lynn Niero Bohlke, long time resident of Old Saybrook, passed away on Thursday, April 29, 2021. Born on January 3, 1944 in Englewood, New Jersey, Lynn was the daughter of the late Theodore G. Niero and Elizabeth (Frosco) Niero. Lynn attended Trenton State College, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and Library Science. Lynn first taught elementary school in Ramapo, NY and then continued as a substitute teacher for many years in the Old Saybrook and Westbrook Public Schools while raising her family. She was also a long time librarian at the Acton Public Library in Old Saybrook. In 1966 Lynn married the love of her life, her husband Wesley K. Bohlke. Lynn will be remembered...

Patrice B. Schmitt, 82, of Port Charlotte, FL, died peacefully surrounded by family on February 11, 2021. Patrice was born September 6, 1938, in Springfield, MA, resided in Guilford, CT until retiring to Port Charlotte, FL. She was the oldest of seven, a loving wife, mother of four and grandmother of ten. Patrice graduated from Albertus Magus College, where at a dance, she met her husband of 50 years Edward J. Schmitt Jr. She worked in the Guilford school system for many years in special education. Upon relocating to Port Charlotte, she continued to serve the community by volunteering at the local elementary school, Tidewell Hospice, and the food pantry. She was a member of St. Maximillian...

Charles "Charlie or Chaz" Ernest Kyttle of Madison, CT passed on January 9, 2021 following complications with a blood infection, coronavirus, and a decade long battle with congestive heart failure. He is survived by his four beloved children, his son, Christopher William Kyttle and three daughters Jennifer Anne Kyttle, Corey Elizabeth Kyttle, and Tracy Alice Kyttle and one grandson, Trey Michael Lazauskas. Charlie was a devoted member of the shoreline community having lived all 73 years of his life in Madison and Clinton, Connecticut. Charlie attended Madison Public Schools and graduated from Daniel Hand High School in 1965 before enlisting as an aircraft mechanic at the Eglin Air Force...

Thomas V. Lyons, 78, of Old Saybrook passed away peacefully on January 7, 2021. Born on September 29, 1942 in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Francis Lyons and Rose (Readyhough) Lyons. Tom was married to his wife Sarah for 56 beautiful years before her passing in 2020. Tom played basketball at The University of Delaware as a guard in the early 60's. He earned a spot on the All-East University Division of the Eastern College Athletic Division (All-EAC). Tom carried on his passion for basketball by coaching in the Old Saybrook CYO league, a league in Brooklyn that sparked his love of basketball. Tom had a passion for every sport and any chance there was he had a game on...

Frances J. McNamara, of Clinton, CT, passed away on November 8, 2020 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 28, 1941, in New Haven CT, the daughter of Francis Apuzzo and Carmel Murratti Apuzzo. Frances held positions at Grant's Department store, Goodwill Industries New Haven, The VA in West Haven, CT and finally retired from Business & Legal Reports, Old Saybrook, CT. She was a devoted wife of 59 years, caring mother of two daughters, and loving Nana to three Grandchildren and two Great Grandchildren. Frances enjoyed clogging, crocheting, playing dominos and was an avid reader. With her husband, Fran traveled throughout the world taking many cruises with...