George T. Sherman, Jr., 62, of West Haven entered into rest on January 18, 2020.  George will be sadly missed by so many family members and friends including, his devoted wife Annmarie Pinto Sherman, his loving daughters Erin (Douglas) and Erica (Kristopher), grandson Joey, his siblings Ronald (Cathy) Sherman, Sr. and Elizabeth Sherman (Chic), his wife’s family Anthony (Ruth), Frank, Rich (Pam), mother-in-law Karin Pinto, his nephew Ronnie Sherman, Jr., who was like a son to him...

Ava Marie Woznyk, age 71, of Branford, formerly of West Haven, passed away on January 15, 2020 surrounded by family and friends. She was the loving wife of the late Terry Woznyk.  She was born in Kulmbach, Germany, daughter of the late Jerry and Kati Engert Czuczman.  She is survived by her children, Steven Woznyk (Loriann Rascati) and Michael Woznyk (Kimberly Izzo) all of Durham, Andrew Woznyk of West Haven, Joseph Woznyk (Amy Costa) of North Branford and Melina Tsilfoglou of FL,...

Marie Jane Burger, age 91, of West Haven, beloved wife of 71 years to the late Duane E. Burger, entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 13, 2020. Born in Westville, on February 18, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Gertrude Yanke Flebeau. Marie is survived by her sister-in-law Carolyn (Dean) McCarthy, brother-in-law Chester Burger, brother-in-law Dwight (Carrie) Burger, sister-in-law Sarah Burger, cousin Lillian (Mitch) Laska, cousin Larry (Anna) Doran, two Godsons,...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of James Joseph Higgins, Jay to some, JJ to others.  He was 44 years old.  As a loving husband, father, son, brother, colleague and friend to so many, he will missed by his wife Stacey Schacht, his son Michael J., his parents Martin and Rose Marie LaVelle Higgins, Sr., siblings Martin and Suzanne (Rob), nieces and nephews Alexis Higgins, Bobby, Stephanie and Tayia Coleman, great niece Alnaya Via and mother-in-law Sharon...

Paul W. Hotchkiss, 56, a Clinton resident for eighteen years, but a West Haven “Westie” for life, peacefully passed away after a long, hard fought battle with cancer.  Paul leaves behind his three beloved sons, Paul Jr., Joel, and Aden. He was born to Diane Hotchkiss, and the late George B. Hotchkiss Jr. Paul was raised in West Haven, with his four siblings, Deborah (Craig Keller), Betsy (Richard Pelletier), Kathleen (the late George Card, Jr.), and George Hotchkiss III...

Sandra L. “Sandy” DeBrigita, age 74, of Milford passed away on January 9, 2020.  For 54 years she was the loving wife of Ronald DeBrigita.  Sandy was born in Hudson, MA, daughter of the late Joseph and Dorothy Boutin Gagne.  She is also survived by her daughter Gina (Andrew) Clark of West Haven, her sisters Brenda St. Peter and Shelia “Toni” (James) Langan all of FL, her brother Steven Gagne of Thailand, her other daughter, her dog Sabrina and many...

Faith B. Rudnicki, age 86, of West Haven and formerly Sharon Springs, NY, passed away on January 8, 2020.  She was born in West Haven, daughter of the late Herman and Hazel Smith Buttery.  Faith is survived by her sister Shirley (Zygmunt) Pyrdol of West Haven, her niece Linda Smith, nephews Richard Buttery and Richard (Sandra) Pyrdol, and many great-nieces and great-nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Theodore Kalinski, brothers Herman Jr., and Richard, and nieces Kathleen...

Paul Liner, of West Haven, CT passed away peacefully on January 7, 2020. He was born in Sharon, CT on April 17, 1926. He spent most of his life in the working in the milk industry, growing up on his grandmother's farm in Amenia, NY and being employed at Dewhirst - Guida Dairy plant in Bridgeport, CT. Paul and his wife of 70 years, Jean (Royle) enjoyed an active life: square dancing, downhill skiing, playing tennis, riding his motorcycle, going to the beach and annual trips to East Hill...

G. Thomas Valerio, age 93 of St. Petersburg Florida, formerly of Orange,CT, passed away on January 3, 2020.  He was the husband of the late Elizabeth Delbon Valerio. Born in New Haven, Thomas went to Siena College, NY and gained his master and doctorate degrees from University of New Haven.  He worked as a controller, ran his own tax service company, and taught graduate school throughout his career. Thomas was a proud US Navy Veteran, serving in the Pacific during WWII.  He...

John “Red” Carew, 86, of West Haven entered into rest on January 3, 2020.  He was the husband of Kathryn Rourke Carew.  In addition to his wife, Red leaves a large and loving family including his children Richard (Kathy), Peter (Kelly), John (Kathy Magowan), Thomas (Patty), William (Penny), James (Kim), Nancy (Shawn) Donovan; brother Fred (Kathy) Carew, 25 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his grandson Ryan...