All Obituaries

Janice "Jan" Sienkiewicz, age 74, passed away unexpectedly in her home on April 14, 2026. She was born in Bridgeport, CT oldest daughter to the late John and Agnes Grabiec Sienkiewicz. Jan is survived by her sister Judy and her husband Roger Kleinert. She graduated from Cathedral Girls High School in 1969 and went on to Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing graduating in 1972 and then completed her BSN from Sacred Heart University in 1999. Throughout her nursing career she was an ...

Robert Alexander James Sr., age 82, of Stratford, beloved husband of Linda James, passed away peacefully on Good Friday, April 3rd, 2026, surrounded by his family. Born on February 13th, 1944, in Bridgeport and raised in Fairfield, he was the son of the late Charles and Helen Yates James. Bob lived a simple and humble life, defined by devotion to his family and always selflessly putting others in front of himself. A man of calm, patience, and humor, Bob was as quick to lend a hand to anyone ...

Joanne Victoria-Toth, age 67, of Stratford, beloved wife of Zip Toth passed away peacefully in her residence with her loving family by her side. Joanne was born on March 2, 1959 in Bridgeport and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Barbara Baker Victoria. She was employed by North East Medical Group as an office manager for several years and enjoyed spending time with family, especially her sons. In addition to her beloved husband, Zip, Joanne is survived by two sons, Zachary and Jake ...

Ann C. Buturla, age 95, of Stratford, beloved wife of the late Joseph C. Buturla, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, in her residence with her loving family by her side. Ann was born on April 12, 1930, in Milford and was the daughter of Milford Fire Chief Richard F. Coley and Katharine Broderick Coley. Ann grew up in Milford and graduated from Milford High School in 1948 before she married the love of her life, Joseph C. Buturla, with whom she was blessed to share 50 years of ...

Diane Mary Casimiro, 77, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at her home on March 10, 2026. Born on January 17, 1949, Diane was the daughter of John Cosmo Casimiro and Mary Dorothy Slosar Casimiro. She spent much of her life in the Bridgeport area, where she was known for her kindness, warmth, and caring spirit. Diane worked for many years as a hairdresser, a profession that allowed her to connect with people and brighten their days. She took great pride in her work and ...

Margaret “Jackie” Quinn Dezelich, age 87, of Trumbull, peacefully entered eternal life at her home on February 23, 2026. She was a devout catholic and was known for her generous spirit and compassionate heart, an avid reader who also loved the challenge of a complex puzzle and the fun of a good Bingo game. She was an avid fan of the UConn Women’s basketball team and retired from Bryant Electric in Bridgeport. Jackie, you will be greatly missed and never forgotten by all who ...

Mary Josephine Mamone DiMenna of Venice, Florida passed away on February 18, 2026 at the age of 98. Mary was born in New Rochelle, NY on October 8, 1927 but lived most of her life in Stratford, CT. She re-located to Venice, FL in 2015 to be closer to her children. Mary was a graduate of Stratford High School. She worked part time for the American Shakespeare Theater, and then for many years as a bookkeeper for Alarcon Tire until her retirement. Mary will be remembered for her love of ...

DONEGAN, Michael Leo “Mike” Donegan, AlA, architect, age 86, of Stratford, CT, beloved husband of  Vincenza Cefaloni Donegan, entered into eternal rest on February 2, 2026 with his loving family by his side. Mike was born on March 8, 1939 to the late Daniel J. Donegan and the late Helen Maloney Donegan of Bridgeport, CT. He had two brothers, Thomas of Southbury, and Mark of Fairfield; and two sisters, Rosemary Montecalvo of Chandler, AZ, and Virginia Baldino of Southbury. At ...

With great sadness, we announce that Joseph Kmec (89), beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather was called Home to the Lord on January 31, 2026, surrounded by his devoted family. Joe was born in Komarov, Czechoslovakia on August 2, 1936 to the late John and Krystyna Kmec. He married his childhood neighbor and sweetheart, Anna, on November 13, 1955, and they had just celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary this past year. After immigrating to the United States in 1957, ...

Reverend Monsignor Joseph W. Pekar, age 94, of Bridgeport, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30,2026 in Stamford Hosptial. Joseph William Pekar was born on February 24, 1931, in Bridgeport to the late  John and Anna Pekar. Msgr. Pekar was ordained n May 25, 1957 and following his ordination, Father Pekar was assigned as an Assistant Priest at Holy Name of Jesus Parish, Stratford, Assistant Priest at Saint Joseph Parish, Danbury and was later  appointed Pastor of Saints ...