All Obituaries

Joan Martha Rusterholz, beloved mom, friend, sister, wife and Nina left the world on May, 27th, 2018 at the age of 83.  Born in Brooklyn, NY and one of the five Sinnott sisters, she was always the tough one – never fearful of anything.  She loved to laugh, could make a meal for twenty even when her refrigerator was empty and was always there for her family and friends. Her memory and love continues on through her children Mary Rusterholz Platt and Craig Platt of Trumbull,...

Helen Littwar Woods, age 69, of Trumbull, passed away May 25, 2018 in her home surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Woods was born in Scotland, daughter of the late James and Isabelle Chisholm. She was the proprietor of Miss Helen's Daycare Center for over 14 years. A longtime member of the Nichols United Methodist Church, she was active in the community, organizing meals for the less fortunate at the Golden Hill United Methodist Church soup kitchen. She is survived...

Josephine Frances Shannon, age 85, of Trumbull, passed away at her home with her family by her side.  She was born in West Orange, NJ and was a long time Trumbull resident. Josephine was an active member of every church to which she ever belonged.  Her faith was a gift she practiced and shared with her family and friends.  She was a strong woman who loved her family and supported them at every school function and life event.  Her...

Susan Ann. Walker age 64, of Bridgeport, passed away on May 18, 2018 at Cambridge Manor in Fairfield. She was born in Bridgeport and was a life long area resident. She enjoyed rainbows, unicorns, and music. She worked and enjoyed type setting. She is survived by her father Daniel R. Walker Sr and his wife JoAnne of Stuart, FL;  her siblings Kathleen Shearman of Bridgeport, and Daniel Walker Jr., and his partner Margaret Dell of Dunedin FL. She was predeceased by her mother Gladys...

Thomas Ryan age 65, of West Haven, passed away suddenly on May 18, 2018 at Yale New Haven Hospital. He was born in Bronx, NY and was a long-time resident of West Haven, CT. He is survived by his wife Linda (Poirier) Ryan of West Haven; his children Kara Fasulo and her husband Kurt of Shelton, CT, Caitlin Ryan of Milford, CT, Kyle Ryan and his wife Shelby of Palm Beach, FL; his father John Ryan of Dana Point, CA ; his siblings John Ryan of Fairfield, CT, Robert Ryan and...

Merry Lynn (Harris) Pelletier, age 65,of Trumbull, passed away May 18, 2018 at St. Vincent's Medical Center. Mrs. Pelletier was born in Bridgeport, CT, daughter of the late Harlan and Marion Harris Sr. She was a retired employee for the Bridgeport Board of Education, spending over 20 years as the Guidance Secretary at Bassick High School. Merry Lynn was an avid reader, a lover of all things sci-fi, and above all she loved to spend time with her family. She is survived by her beloved...

Jean A. Fox, age 78, of Trumbull, passed away on May 13, 2018 at St. Joseph's Manor in Trumbull. She was born in Stamford to the late John and Anna Lowden. She was predeceased by her husband Robert Fox and her son Bobby Fox.  She is survived by her sons Carl Fox of Redding, CT and  William Fox and his wife Karen of WY; twelve grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been...