Obituaries
Robert "Lee" Mooneyham Jr.
Jun 23, 2025
Naugatuck – Robert “Lee” Mooneyham Jr. entered into eternal rest on June 23, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford. He was the beloved husband of Carol Mooneyham.
Lee was born on June 15, 1958, in Burlington, North Carolina, the son of Mary, Beulah Mooneyham, and the late Robert Mooneyham Sr. He worked as a land surveyor for the Connecticut Department...
Joan Driscoll
Jun 21, 2025
Joan Driscoll, 87, of Cromwell, formerly of Cheshire, beloved wife of the late Peter Driscoll, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025. Joan was born on August 15, 1937, in Meriden, CT, to the late Alfred and Ruth Dondero.
Joan was a remarkable person, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Joan’s family was her greatest love and joy. She also loved learning...
Vincent J. Recchia
Jun 19, 2025
It is with great sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Vincent “Vinny” Recchia, 84, on June 19, 2025. Vincent died at River Glen Health Center, Southbury, surrounded by his loving family and friends.
Vincent is the son of the late Leonard and Antoinette “Anita” (Zingarelli) Recchia. A lifelong resident of Waterbury, he graduated from Kaynor Tech High...
Joseph Frank Mazzacane
Jun 17, 2025
Joseph Frank Mazzacane Jr., 70, of Cheshire, passed away on June 17, 2025. Born on March 15, 1955, in New Haven, CT, Joe was the son of the late Leota and Joseph F. Mazzacane Sr. A longtime resident of Cheshire, Joe earned the rank of Eagle Scout and graduated from Cheshire High School.
Joe began his career in manufacturing, where he...
Ann Graham
Jun 16, 2025
Ann Graham, 98, of Cheshire, beloved wife of the late Richard Graham, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2025. Ann was born on July 10, 1926 in Bridgeport, CT to the late Anthony and Frances Borowy.
Ann worked for GE after high school until she married and moved to Westfield, NJ. She worked in Westfield as a Realtor for several years....
Craig Steven Zaccagnini
Jun 13, 2025
Naugatuck, CT Craig Steven Zaccagnini, 55, the husband of Susan (Sauer) Zaccagnini for the past 20 years, died Friday, June 13, 2025 at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford after a long illness.
Craig was born October 22, 1969 in Waterbury, CT a son of Richard A. and Estelle I. (Houle) Zaccagnini. He attended Naugatuck schools and graduated from Naugatuck High School, Class of...
Anthony Arnold Strollo
Jun 11, 2025
Anthony Arnold Strollo, born June 16, 1939, in Waterbury, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2025, in New Haven, Connecticut.
Anthony was predeceased by his father, Philip Strollo and mother Marguerite (Nigro) Strollo. He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Anita (Ubaldi) Strollo and by his dearly loved children David (Martha Triplett), Donna (Paul Zentek), Bryan, Bridget...
Roberta F. Mambrino
Jun 9, 2025
Palm Beach, FL With deep sorrow and immense love, we remember Roberta F. Mambrino who passed away peacefully at the age of 88 in Palm Beach, FL from complications due to Alzheimer's disease.
Born on October 12, 1936 in Waterbury, CT Roberta was a wife, devoted mother, beloved grandmother and loyal friend whose warmth and vibrant spirit touched all who knew...
Louis J. Cardinale
Jun 7, 2025
Louis Joseph Cardinale, aged 92, passed away peacefully June 7, 2025, at St. Francis Reflections Hospice. Born December 8, 1932, in Waterbury, Connecticut, to the late Antonio and Josephine (Gismondi) Cardinale. He leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication, having been the devoted husband of Catherine K. Cardinale for over 65 years.
Graduated Leavenworth High School in Waterbury in 1950, then...
RoseMary Freyermuth
Jun 7, 2025
RoseMary Freyermuth, 84, beloved wife of the late L. Paul Freyermuth, passed away on June 7, 2025. Born on February 15, 1941 in Waterbury, she was the daughter of the late Loretta Fitzgerald and sister to the late Sally Reilly.
RoseMary was a long-time resident of Naugatuck and in later years split her time between Bradenton, Florida and Oakville, Connecticut. RoseMary...
William P. Meyerjack, Jr.
Jun 2, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William P. Meyerjack, Jr. (Bill), who departed this world on June 2, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on September 4, 1936, in New Haven to the late William P and Norma (Tuttle) Meyerjack, Sr., Bill lived a life filled with love, community service, and a passion for...
Anthony "Tony" Popalardo
May 31, 2025
Naugatuck, CT Anthony “Tony” Popalardo, 85, husband of the late Susan (Kegel) Popalardo, died peacefully on May 31, 2025 at Beacon Brook Health Care Center.
Tony was born August 9, 1939 in Brooklyn, NY a son of the late Joseph and Frances (Zitto) Popalardo. Tony worked many years doing interior painting and wallpapering and he enjoyed freehand drawing and spending time...
Mariella Hernandez
May 30, 2025
Hamden - Mariella Hernandez, 84, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Yale New Haven Hospital with her family by her side. She was the wife of Wilfredo Hernandez.
Mrs. Hernandez was born June 4, 1940, in Roldanillo Valle, Colombia, the daughter of the late Aristides and Maria Rojas Ruiz. She was a hairstylist in Colombia early in her career...
Jean McSweet
May 30, 2025
Cheshire - Jean McSweet, 76, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, at MidState Medical Center. She was the wife of the late Arthur McSweet.
Jean was born July 6, 1948, in Southington, the daughter of the late Donald and Judy (Buechele) Gode. She had worked for the Town of Cheshire in the Building Official’s office.
Jean is survived by her sisters...
Aniello "Andy" Iacono
May 30, 2025
Naugatuck, CT Aniello “Andy” Iacono, 93, husband of Renata (Iossa) Iacono, died peacefully on May 30, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Andy was born May 18, 1932 in Isle de Ponza, Italy a son of the late Silverio and Candida Iacono and has lived in Naugatuck since 1974. Andy was a restaurant owner for many years, having...
Mary Ann Smith
May 28, 2025
Mary Ann Smith, 84 passed away peacefully at Yale New Haven Hospital Smilow Cancer Center surrounded by her loving family. Mary Ann was born in Bridgeport, CT on April 1, 1941, the middle child of the late Mary and Charles Ember. A Stratford High School graduate, Mary Ann began her career at AVCO Lycoming were she met her future husband...
Deborah Lynn Amaral
May 25, 2025
Naugatuck – Deborah Lynn Amaral, 65, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025, after a short and very brave battle with cancer at St. Mary's Hospital. She was the wife of the late Mario “Teddy” Amaral for over 32 years.
Deborah was born August 19, 1959, in Waterbury, CT, the daughter of the late Thomas and Florence (Violette) Cordon Sr. and...
Frank G. Tahmoush
May 24, 2025
Frank G. Tahmoush, age 88, of Cheshire, beloved husband of Karen Tahmoush, passed away on May 24, 2025.
Born on June 26, 1936, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Frank was the son of the late Fares Tahmoush and Mary (Nahas) Tahmoush. A proud veteran, Frank served three years in the U.S. Army Ordnance Corps, conducting metallurgical research at the Watertown Arsenal, and was...
Barbara Welton
May 23, 2025
Barbara Ann Welton, age 91 of Cheshire, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025 after a period of declining health. Born on December 4, 1933, in Waterbury, Barbara lived a life full of adventure, laughter, and love, touching the hearts of everyone she met. She was the daughter of the late Harold and Anne (Masley) Hubert.
A graduate of Waterbury Catholic...
David A. Myers
May 22, 2025
David A. Myers, 77, of Prospect, beloved husband of Margaret “Meg” Myers, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025 after a long illness.
David was born on February 24, 1948 in Troy, NY, the son of the late Raeburn and Irene Myers. After attending Lansingburgh High School in Troy, NY, David attended SUNY Oneonta in Oneonta, NY, where he graduated with...
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