Obituaries

William P. Meyerjack, Jr.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Joyce M. Trevethan

Joyce M. Trevethan

May 19, 2025

Joyce Maxine Trevethan, age 87, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2025, in Bradenton, Florida with family by her side. She was born on December 4, 1937, in Flint, Michigan to the late Estel and Edna Ryal.

She was married to the love of her life, Richard Trevethan, on October 27, 1956. Dick and Joyce moved to Cheshire, CT and lived...

Barbara Gaudio

Barbara Gaudio

May 19, 2025

Barbara Marcil Gaudio was born on February 28, 1942 in Cromwell, CT. She passed on May 19, 2025 with family by her side. She was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother and friend who was also soon to be a great grandmother. She was married to Ed and they were together for 67 years. There has never been two people more...

Laurie Coffey Cruess

Laurie Coffey Cruess

May 19, 2025

Laurie Coffey Cruess, 67, of Cheshire, beloved wife of 42 years to Michael Cruess, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2025 after a long courageous battle with cancer. Laurie was born on October 29, 1957 in Danbury, CT to the late Martin and Marie Coffey.

Laurie attended Danbury schools, graduating in 1975 from Danbury High School. Laurie greatly enjoyed attending the...

Carol Ann Adam

Carol Ann Adam

May 17, 2025

West Haven - Carol Ann Adam, 87, passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Yale New Haven Hospital.

Mrs. Adam was born June 19, 1937, in Bridgeport, the daughter of the late Milton Buckley and Ruth (Schultz) Coletti, she was the stepdaughter to Eileen Buckley. She started her career at Sears Robuck, then worked at Dictaphone before raising her children....

Dolores M. Guarino

Dolores M. Guarino

May 14, 2025

Dolores M. Guarino, 82, of Cheshire, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025. Born on January 11, 1943, in New Haven, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Victoria Guarino.

To many, she was known as Dolores, but to those closest to her, she was simply Dede. A natural caregiver at heart, Dede dedicated her life to serving others....

Thomas Michael Monroe

Thomas Michael Monroe

May 14, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas Michael Monroe, who left us on May 14, 2025, on his 54th birthday. Born on May 14, 1971, in Norwalk, CT, to John H. and Fonda Marie (Drew) Monroe. Tom was the loving husband of Jennifer Margaret (Fell) Monroe. Tom spent his life making an impact in both...

Noreen S. Morrow

Noreen S. Morrow

May 12, 2025

Noreen Morrow, 81, formerly of Prospect, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025, at Complete Care at Middlebury. She was the wife of the late Robert C. Morrow Sr.

Mrs. Morrow was born January 24, 1944, in Waterbury, the daughter of the late John and Mamie (Maehia) Brazee. She had worked as a Parts Inspector in the Medical Manufacturing Industry.

She...

Diane M. Schatz

Diane M. Schatz

May 11, 2025

Diane M. Schatz, 65, of Cheshire, CT, beloved wife of Ginter Schatz, passed away on May 11, 2025. She was born on July 5, 1959 in New Haven, CT to the late Natalie and George F. Howarth.

Diane was very family oriented and loved anything that had to do with her grandchildren. She loved spending time with them, talking with them...

George "Billy" Haschak

George "Billy" Haschak

May 10, 2025

Naugatuck - George “Billy” Haschak, 82, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at UCONN Medical Center. He was the husband of the late Josephine (Macaluso) Haschak, who passed away in February of this year.

Billy was born on October 7, 1942, in Bridgeport, CT, the son of the late George and Evelyn (Brelsford) Haschak and the stepson of the...

Mary Jane Talerico

Mary Jane Talerico

May 10, 2025

Mary Jane Talerico, age 90 of Cheshire, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at Yale New Haven Hospital, Saint Raphael Campus with her two daughters by her side. For over 60 years she was the loving and devoted wife of the late Robert L. Talerico, until his passing in 2018.

Mary Jane was born June 27,1934 in Utica, NY, to...