A memorial mass to celebrate the life of retired Branford firefighter/paramedic Paul Cipriani will be held July 17 10 a.m. at St. John Bosco
An Army veteran, he worked for Shell Oil for many years, enjoyed visiting the beach with his wife, and was a UConn women's basketball fan.
Born in Germany, she earned a degree at the University of Paris Sorbonne College of Commerce and worked for the European Union.
The Branford native and US Navy submariner passed in February of 2020. His memorial service is planned for July 10.
She was the owner of Wedding Dreams in Southern California for many years, where she helped many young couples plan their weddings.
Wife of Branford police Capt. Gregory Watrous, she was a skilled hairstylist, cherished friend and beloved mother, who'll be deeply missed.
Born in Cambodia, she was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother. She worked as an assembler for U. S. Surgical before retiring.
A devoted mother, mathematician, counselor, and nurse, she fought valiantly, triumphantly against mental illness for most of her adult life.
John was employed by Anastasio and Son Trucking. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, fishing, boating and swimming.
An astrophysicist and computer scientist who grew up in East Haven, he wrote Cybernetic Trading, and placed in the World Series of Poker.
Peter, who served in the Army in Colorado and in Korea, where he was captain of the United Nations Hockey team, was an avid N.Y. Giants fan.
Her passions included travel, photography, volunteering for Literacy Volunteers of Greater New Haven and sailing with Shoreline Sailing Club
An avid gardener, Janine loved playing Bingo at Foxwoods, going for ice cream and taking walks with her family and friends.
A carpenter, he was a Big Brothers/Big Sisters mentor, and taught his children all the things he loved: God, family tradition and gratitude.
Born in Ukraine, Ewa came to CT via Ellis Island, worked until age 75 and until her mid-90s, helped feed and care for friends and family.
A trailblazing woman leader in public service, she served as Ellington's First Selectwoman for a decade beginning in 1979.
An "avid" UConn and Yankees fan, Ann loved to cook, especially for her grandchildren, and was known for her delicious pepperoni bread.
Massey, a retired Branford fire department assistant chief, was awarded the 'Town of Branford Citizen of the Year' in 1999.
She grew up in East Haven, graduated from Quinnipiac and worked for Blue Cross. She cherished her family, loved the sea, music and her pets
Liz, an avid traveler, worked as a medical biller and coder at the Hospital of St. Raphael for many years.
Born in Germany, she met her husband in a POW camp. They married after the war and emigrated from Munich to Branford in the early 1950s.
An Army veteran, as the assistant postmaster, he knew every street and neighborhood in Branford, and, he loved his hometown.
A Navy veteran, he drove trucks for Eder Brothers for 30 years, was a comic book collector, and member of the Branford Knights of Columbus.
A winning, celebrated field hockey coach for 4 decades, she loved sports, travel, gardening, nature and Branford. Branford loved her back.
Devoted to family, after the Navy, he became a machinist and in his 30s, earned a degree and became a manufacturing company vice president.
David, a devoted family man and Harley Davidson enthusiast, most recently worked as a heavy-duty hauler for United Towing.
She coached the Hornets to 10 state championships in her 41 years at the helm, and was inducted into seven halls of fame.
A high school athlete who later played softball in the Twilight League, he worked at Western Electric and AT & T for 35 years.
He was passionate about giving back to society. He served on governing boards and advisory councils of many national health service groups.
In the 60s she backpacked through Europe and experienced Woodstock. Paralyzed at age 25, her life was spent advocating for the disabled.
Grant, who had lived in Guilford for many years, was a US Navy veteran and worked for Yale New Haven Hospital and MIF in Branford.
Kim worked at Smilow Cancer Hospital and at Abate’s on Wooster Street for over 25 years. She had a smile for everyone she met.
He loved travel, guitar, and the Patriots. He never missed a game. His favorite memory was taking his Dad to the Super Bowl in New Orleans.
Doris and her husband owned the former Martone Poultry Farm. She worked as a nanny for many local families and was the ultimate caregiver.
Janet, who taught at John B. Sliney School for 25 years and brought her zest for life to every class, loved family, food and the ocean.
A renowned ice hockey player, and lifelong Special Olympics volunteer who adored and loved his family deeply, he was a brave & free spirit.
Midge was an "unforgettable person with a great sense of humor and full of life. She loved her family and lived her life her way."
A U.S. Army veteran who had a long successful career in the automotive industry, loved time with family, playing golf and coaching soccer.
A U.S. Navy veteran, he was a plumber for Main Enterprises Inc., and an avid bowler and fisherman who enjoyed history, cars and wildlife.
Mott, who grew up in Stony Creek and enjoyed his childhood as a “Creeker,” was vice president of Wilson Arms and worked for Marlin Firearms.