All Obituaries

Margaret Mary (Hartnett) Mohyde, 96, of Stratford, passed away peacefully at home on September 25, 2023.  She was born in Stratford, CT to the late John and Julia Hartnett.  Her life was devoted to family, God, education, and helping others. She graduated from Summerfield School, Laurelton Hall, Teacher’s College of Connecticut in New Britain, and the University of Pennsylvania. She had two careers as a dental hygienist and then many years as a kindergarten teacher at Center,...

Edwin N. Carlson Sr., age 77, of Derby, CT passed away September 20, 2023. He was born in Columbia, SC to the late Grenville and Mary Carlson.   He loved shopping with his grandchildren, spending time with his loved ones, travelling, and enjoying time with the love of his life. He was a Vietnam Navy Veteran. Edwin is survived by his beloved wife Irene (Walsh) Carlson, four devoted children Edwin N. Carlson Jr. and his wife Jonie, Justin Carlson and his wife Ivy, April...

Dr. Michael Jerome Patrick Gorman, age 86, of Trumbull, passed away peacefully on 09/18/2023.  He was born in Bronx, NY to Frank and Bridget Gorman.  Michael grew up in Bridgeport and eventually settled down in Trumbull with his family.   He was predeceased by his wife, Diane Knowlton Gorman, of 60 years. In addition to his beloved wife, he leaves behind three daughters: Kathleen and husband Michael Raucci of Milford and granddaughters Kimberly, Rebecca, Allison and Jillian....

Robert J. Cooney, age 89, of Trumbull, CT passed away September 13, 2023 at Bridgeport Hospital. He was born in Bridgeport, CT to the late Dennis and Margaret Cooney.   Robert attended St. Augustine School in Bridgeport for his primary education, followed by Fairfield College Preparatory School and Fairfield University for his high school and bachelor's degrees. Robert then obtained his law degree from Georgetown University.   Robert's successful legal career...

Anne Marie (Grosner) Gruce, age 83, The Villages, FL, is dancing in eternity with her beloved husband of 61 years, Joseph.  She passed from this earth, peacefully, Saturday, September, 9, 2023 with family at her side.  Anne was born in Bridgeport, CT, on July 21,1940 to George and Anna Grosner. She attended Stratford High School and Southern Connecticut State College, where she received a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education. She spent her life making a loving home for her...

Robert Joseph Pietrowski, Sr, devoted husband of Patricia Tudgay Pietrowski, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at Bridgeport Hospital with his loving family by his side. Bob was born on September 27, 1944 to the late Alfred, Sr and Maria Pietrowski of Bridgeport. A 1962 graduate of Bullard-Havens Technical High School, Bob began his long automotive career working alongside his father at Winer Motors in Stratford and then again as co-owners of Service-Rite Shell on Main...

Gilbert E. Schuessler, age 92, of Trumbull, passed away on September 7, 2023. He was born in North Bergen, NJ to the late Henry and Evelyn (Eaton) Schuessler,  and was a longtime area resident. Gilbert was a proud Korean War Veteran. He was a Certified Public Accountant who retired from Boehringer Ingelheim in 1995. Other places he worked before retirement include Raybestos, Sinclair Oil, and Paramount. He took great pride in his work and the many collegiate degrees he held. After...

Joyce (Zapotoczny) Bresh, age 78, of Bridgeport, CT,  passed away on September 7th. She was born in Bridgeport, CT to the late Charles and Susan Zapotoczny. Joyce graduated from Warren Harding High School and worked as a cashier at B.J. 's for many years. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her family. Survivors include her beloved husband of 58 years, Edmond Bresh; two devoted daughters Lisa Vasas and her husband Martin and...

Gloria (Kochis) Smith, age 89, of Trumbull,  passed away peacefully on Thursday, August, 31, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was predeceased by her devoted husband Thomas Smith. Born on July 3, 1934  in Bridgeport, CT she was the daughter of the late Paul and Jennie Kochis.  Gloria loved to feed and watch the birds outside her home and old cowboy shows on TV. She also loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great...

Carol A. Jayne, age 86, of Trumbull, passed away peacefully in her home on August 26, 2023. She was born in Bridgeport to Milton and Isabelle Friedberg.  Carol grew up in Fairfield and eventually settled down in Trumbull to raise her family. She is survived by her two daughters, Catherine Walker of Trumbull and Laura Brown and her husband Robert of Stratford; and her pride and joy, granddaughter Isabelle Brown of Stratford. She was predeceased by her husband Douglas and her...