All Obituaries

Frank Moretti, of Redding, CT, died Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at the age of 101. Frank was born in Torrington, CT and grew up in the Bronx, NY. From an early age, Frank was interested in airplanes and learning to fly. He earned an Education degree from CCNY, but realized his dream to be a pilot when he enlisted in the Army Air Corps in 1943. During the war, Frank was part of a B-29 crew that trained other flight crews. After an honorable discharge, Frank was hired by Pan American Airlines....

Cindy (Holmes) Tyrseck, 65, of Danbury, passed away on Dec. 31, 2021 after a long battle with cancer. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 28, 2022 at 11:00 Am at First Congregational Church of Danbury. A reception will follow the service at the church. Cindy is survived by her husband, Rick; son Brian (Jennifer) Tyrseck and grandson James and Lucas; sister Belinda (John) Battista; brother John (Omeka Krongelb) Holmes; and nephew and nieces, Sam and Alec Battista, Malana Krongelb,...

Dorothy Anna (Fry) Sutton, age 94 of Bethel, CT, wife of the late Robert B. Sutton, Sr. passed away peacefully on May 20, 2022 at her home, which she made with her son Richard and his wife Debra for the past 27 months. She was born in Danbury, CT February 18, 1928 to the late Arthur and Susie (Lang) Fry. A lifelong Bethel resident, Dorothy was a graduate of Bethel High School, Class of 1945. After her marriage to Robert in August 1948, Dorothy was employed by Feinson’s Women’s...

Carol Ann (Gereg) Murphy, age 82 of Bethel, CT died unexpectedly at Danbury Hospital on Friday, May 13, 2022. She was the widow of James B. Murphy. She was born in Danbury, CT, daughter of the late Joseph and Edith (Wildman) Gereg. Carol retired from Danbury Plumbing Supply in 2008 after which she devoted her time to her family. She is survived by her 2 sons: Scott A. Murphy and his wife Cindy of Bethel, CT, Todd J. Murphy and his wife Lynn of Pamplico, SC , Her grand children Adam...

Kathleen A. Bogues of Bethel, CT. Beloved partner of Stephen Barna Jr.  Born 10/2/53 to Carol and Harry Beiermann; big sister to Susan Roveto, Ellen Allen, Wendy and Jeff Beiermann; sister-in-law to the Barna tribe; Aunt Kathy to forty-four Beiermann, Patterson, Allen, Roveto, Barna, Bergstrom nieces, nephews and cousins.  Married Mark Bogues in 1975, but it didn't take. Horsewoman, early techno-geek, tournament bowler, card shark, Christmas fanatic, jovial hostess.  A...

Nora Navarro Esteban was born on September 20, 1934 in Manila, Philippines. She was the middle child of six siblings. On April 25, 2022 - at the age of 87 - Nora underwent Hospice Care at home and passed away peacefully, in the presence of her family members. She was surrounded by those who cared for her and loved her deeply. After enduring a series of painful medical obstacles and the heartache of losing her husband, Jesus Manolo Esteban, 7 months ago - Nora was rescued from her suffering...

Carolyn Contra Wagner, age 91, died Tuesday, May 10 in Danbury. Carolyn was born August 19, 1930 in Bronx, NY.  She was the daughter Helen (Czako) and Albert Contra.  She was a graduate of Christopher Columbus High School, Bronx, NY and from  Western Connecticut State University (formerly Danbury State Teachers College) with a Bachelor of Science in Education in 1952.  She was predeceased by brother Lt. Colonel Albert Contra.  Carolyn married the late Neil Edward...

Anthony Frank Bruno, III, age 71 of Bethel, CT died unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at his home. He was born in Norwalk, CT, February 26, 1951, son of Anthony F. Bruno, Jr. and Dorothy (Kalmer) Bruno. He attended Henry Abbot Technical School in Danbury and was a Draftsman and Designer, mainly at Perkin Elmer and Hubbell during his career. He was a Revolutionary War reenactor with the Connecticut 5th Regiment and was an avid antique gun enthusiast and collector. Anthony is survived...

Lois Patricia (Kiehn) Salch, age 81 of Southbury, CT formerly of Simsbury, CT died Sunday, January 9, 2022, at her home. She was the wife of the late Herbert W. Salch, Jr. who died 2 weeks earlier on December 24, 2021. She was born in Jersey City, NJ, January 12, 1940, daughter of the late Harold J. and Clara Belle (Kain) Kiehn. She attended schools in Jersey City, NJ and was employed for many years at The Hartford Insurance Company in Simsbury. She was a member at the First Church of...

Herbert William Salch, Jr., age 85 of Southbury, CT formerly of Simsbury, CT died Friday, December 24, 2021 at his home. He was the husband of Lois P. (Kiehn) Salch. He was born in Union City, NJ, September 2, 1936, son of the late Herbert W. and Ethel (Grosch) Salch. He attended schools in Secaucus, NJ and was a graduate of Weehawken High School. He served in the US Army, attended Rutgers University and was a volunteer fire fighter with the Secaucus Volunteer Fire Department. He was...