Obituary Listing

Aug 14, 2025

Norma Montalvo, 77, a longtime resident of Stamford was called to eternal rest with her family by her side on Thursday, August 14, 2025. Norma was the eldest daughter of the late Braulio Gonzalez and Patria Robles Gonzalez.

Norma was born in San Sebastian, Puerto Rico which she loved deeply and celebrated in her stories.

Norma devoted her life to serving the...

Aug 14, 2025

Lifelong Stamford resident Janet Marie Casolo passed away on August 14, 2025, shortly after celebrating her 86th birthday surrounded by family.

Born on July 23, 1939, to Luigi “Louis” Michael Casolo and Antoinette Marie Genovese Casolo, Janet lived in a home built by her father in the Cove. She grew up in a tight-knit community, with her grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins...

Aug 3, 2025

Jul 31, 2025

Nicholas Joseph Braccia Jr. passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born on April 23, 1947, in Stamford, CT, he was the son of the late Nicholas Braccia Sr. and Rose Marciano Braccia of Stamford. Nick, or Nicky to his friends and family, grew up in Stamford, graduated from Stamford High School in 1965, and joined...

Jul 31, 2025

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Jul 26, 2025

Ida Aurello, 91, a longtime resident of Stamford passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, July 26, 2025. Daughter of the late Generoso and Esterina Giordano Iannotta, Ida was born on August 26, 1933, in San Vincenzo, Calabria, Italy. In her earlier years Ida supported her family working as a seamstress and later as a Central Supply...

Jul 25, 2025

Amarjeet (Reena) Kaur Aurora, a longtime resident of Stamford, CT passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, July 25, 2025. Passing at the age of 56, Amarjeet was born in Delhi, India on November 15, 1968. From her youngest years to her last fighting breath, Reena was a survivor. She always had a beautiful gift of turning life’s...

Jul 23, 2025

Mario Smeriglio, 90, formerly of Stamford, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025. Mario was born on November 8, 1934, in Rose, Italy, to the late Michael and Giuseppina Smeriglio. Mario found his greatest joy in spending time with his friends and loved ones, especially his grandchildren. A meticulous painting contractor, he took immense pride in his work and was...

Jul 17, 2025

It is with an extremely heavy heart that we announce the sudden passing of Paul Edward Hamernik on the morning of July 17, 2025 in Groton, CT., after a brief illness. Paul was 62 years old. Paul Edward Hamernik was born on December 30, 1962, to the late Mary and Edward Hamernik. Paul attended St. Cecilia Parochial School, Dolan Middle...

Jul 15, 2025

Nancy McTigue, a lifelong Stamford resident, passed away peacefully at the age of 85, following a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. Nancy lived a life rich with love, dance, and unwavering devotion to her family, faith, and community. She was the devoted wife of the late Thomas McTigue, whom she loved and cared for deeply. Nancy and Tommy are together again...

Jul 14, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that the family of Maria Castrovillari DeBernardo- dedicated mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend announce her passing on July 14, 2025 at the age of 81. Maria was born on June 30, 1944, to Giovanni and Anna (Gradilona) Castrovillari, in Acri, Italy. She was one of seven children. She is survived by...

Jul 13, 2025

Mel Rich, Sr. passed away on July 13, 2025 at the age of 99 with his family by his side. He was born in Stamford, CT on May 18, 1926 to the late Joseph and Juliet (DeMilia) Rich. Mel grew up in Shippan, and after skipping a grade in his youth as an accelerated student, was a graduate of the...

Jul 13, 2025

Christel Heidemann Truglia entered eternal rest on July 13, 2025. Her family and friends surrounded her with love in her final days. With her brilliant blue eyes and exuberant smile, Christel welcomed all into her world of warmth until the end. Christel leaves behind a legacy of kindness and generosity of spirit to her surviving family: her sisters Marlies Rich...

Jul 8, 2025

Franco Gublet, 90, of Stamford, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025. Franco was born in Minturno, Italy on January 28, 1935, to the late Eduardo and Giovanna Conte Gublet. Franco is survived by his three sons; Edward and his wife Mary Ann of Stamford, Frank and his wife Darlene of Milford and Tony and his wife Susie of Los...

Jul 6, 2025

Thomas Van Gessel moved on from a wonderful earthly life on July 6, 2025. Indeed, every day had a positive component for Tom, the ultimate optimist whose rallying cry was “it’s all about attitude”. This outlook allowed a poor Grand Rapids kid to see the opportunity to grow and learn in every one of his jobs. His natural inclination to...

Jul 4, 2025

Antonio Vozzella, 77 , a longtime resident of Stamford passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, July 4, 2025. Antonio was born in San Mango sul Calore, Avellino, Italy, on January 20, 1948, son of the late Giuseppe and Carmela Vozzella. Born in Italy, just shy of 18 yrs old. Tony was a loving, hardworking and...

Jun 30, 2025

George Rotunno, 97, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on June 30, 2025. He was a resident of Norwalk for the past 25 years; prior to that he was a long-time resident of Stamford. He was born on January 18, 1928, in Stamford, CT. George is survived by his loving family and will be dearly missed. George was...

Jun 20, 2025

Henry N. “Bud” DiBlasio, 75, a lifelong Stamford resident, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025. Bud was born in Stamford on March 8, 1950 to the late Henry H. and Rose M. Piscitelli DiBlasio. Bud was born and raised in Stamford, attended and graduated J.M. Wright Technical High School, before serving in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War....

Jun 18, 2025

Gerald N. Mucciolo, passed away peacefully at his home on the morning of June 18, 2025. Gerry was born in the Bronx, NY to the late Angelo and Filomena (Mongo) Mucciolo on January 21, 1939. He was 86 years old at the time of his passing. Gerry was born and raised in the Bronx and a graduate of the Mt....

Jun 14, 2025

Robert Bartram, age 79 of Stamford, CT, beloved husband of Jacqueline Pavia Bartram, son of the late Elizabeth Reilly and Robert Bartram, passed away suddenly on June 14, 2025 Flag Day. Born December 20, 1945 in Bridgeport, CT, Mr. Bartram lived in Monroe, CT for many years before moving to Stamford in 1999. He was a Vietnam Veteran who served...