All Obituaries

Urquidi, Juan “Alcibar” Urquidi, age 88, of Stratford, beloved husband of 50 years of Raquel Garate Urquidi, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 25, 2024 with his family by his side.  Juan was born in the beautiful Basque Country in Barinaga-Markina, Spain on March 28, 1935 to the late Maria Alcibararichuluaga Urquidi and Benigno Urquidi, and was a resident of Stratford for 44 years. As a young man, he left Spain and traveled the world as a professional Jai-Alai player....

Michael Patrick D’Louhy, age 61, of Stratford, passed away suddenly on March 22, 2024 in his residence. Michael was a member of the Boy Scouts and Civil Air Patrol. He has a zest for life and loved his family, friends and animals. Michael’s friends were family and he cherished everyone deeply. He loved the outdoors and helping others within the community. He had a loving and generous heart donating regularly to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the ASPCA. He was an...

Kathleen P. Poirier Balliet, age 70, of Stratford, beloved wife of Edward H. Balliet, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2024 in Cambridge Health and Rehabilitation Center with her loving family by her side. Kathleen was born on January 9, 1954 in Bridgeport and was the daughter of the late Jean and Mary Eveyln Muise Poirier. She was a cashier for the Town of Stratford and enjoyed spending time with her family. In addition to her beloved husband, Edward, Kathleen is also survived by one son,...

Paul “Corky” S. Corvino, age 96, beloved husband of Marion DeCava Corvino, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2024 in Bridgeport Hospital with his loving family by his side. Paul was born on September 29, 1927 in Bridgeport and was the son of the late Paul J. and Theresa Vena Corvino. He was an active member of the Knights of Columbus in Stratford and the Democratic Party in Stratford. In addition to his beloved wife, Marion of 74 years, Paul is survived by one son, Greg...

Barbara Harriott Hansen, 74, of Milford, Connecticut passed away peacefully on January 21, 2024 at Bridgeport Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Barbara was born in Albany, New York on December 3,1949 Barbara and spent most of her young life growing up in the Schenectady/Niskayuna, New York area.  When she was a teenager her family moved to California and she graduated from Rolling Hills High school in Palos Verdes CA.  Barbara started her college education at...

Nicholas P. Mucherino, age 84, of Milford, beloved husband of Dorothy Stella Mucherino, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2024 in Griffin Hospital with his loving family by his side. Nicholas was born in Bridgeport on January 5, 1940 and was the son of the late Patsy and Marie Rizzo Mucherino. He was a proud Veteran of US Navy and retired in 1964 and went to be employed by the City of Bridgeport as a Firefighter, where he retired after 25 years as Lieutenant. He also loved antique cars...

Kathleen M. DeLuca Vaught, age 69, of Oxford, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2024 with her loving family and lifelong best friend, Debbie Price by her side. Kathleen was born on March 29, 1954 in Bridgeport and was the daughter of the late Richard and Janet Fowle Goodwin. She enjoyed traveling with family and spending time with friends. Kathleen is survived by one son, David Vaught of Oxford, one daughter, Julie Vaught of Oakville, three grandchildren, Daija Rosado, Everly Vaught and...

John P. Bednar, age 66, of Stratford, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2023, in his residence. John was born on January 25, 1957, in Bridgeport and was the son of the late John and Helen Stefura Bednar. He was employed by Westport Industries and Developers for many years. John was an avid Titanic history buff and enthusiastic aviation and classic cars fan. John was most proud of earning his Private Pilots License after suffering a major stroke. With his quick smile, soft presence, a...

John “Jack” Zotack, age 86, of Stratford and formerly Fairfield, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2023, at his home with his loving friends and caregivers by his side. Jack was born on May 9, 1937, in Bridgeport, Connecticut to the late John F Zotack and Olga Koletar Zotack… He was raised in Bridgeport where he met his childhood sweetheart Phyllis Mannoni, and they married in 1958. They moved to Fairfield and began their lives journey together of 62 years until the...

Anthony “Butchie” “Smokey” L. Capuano Sr., age 85, of Stratford, beloved husband of Marie Daddona Capuano, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2023 in Bridgeport Hospital with his loving family by his side. He was born on May 21, 1938 in Bridgeport and was the son of the late Leonard and Anna Wojnagi Capuano. Anthony was a Firefighter for the Town of Stratford for 25 years. He enjoyed trips to the casino and horse racing at Saratoga. Survivors include his beloved...