All Obituaries

Eva Ann Braca, of Naugatuck, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2024. Her devoted husband, son, and sister were by her side.      She was born in 1946 and raised in Fairfield by her mother and father, Dorothy and Zolman Scott, graduating Roger Ludlowe High School in 1964. The original dancing queen, Eve could often be found on the dance floors of Connecticut and Port Chester in the 70s and 80s. By day she worked diligently as an administrative...

NAUGATUCK- Richard Joseph Alhage, 71, of Naugatuck, passed unexpectedly May 4th, 2024 after a brief illness. He departed this world courageously yet peacefully, surrounded by family.   Richard was born on August 17th, 1952, son of the late Louis and Lillian (Swarm) Alhage, and raised in Danbury, CT. He received his Bachelor's degree in history from Western Connecticut State University. He retired from the State of Connecticut Department...

        Naugatuck-Joseph A. Kulikowski, age 90, husband of the late Elizabeth (Sherry) Kulikowski, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday April 30, 2024.   He was born in New Jersey on January 19, 1934, son of the late Joseph J. and Victoria Kulikowski.  Joe had lived most of his life in Stratford and retired from the town of Stratford Housing Authority.  He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy and served during the Korean...

Lisa (Heid) Webb passed away unexpectedly at her home on April 30, 2024.   Born in Bridgeport on May 7, 1963, she was the daughter of the late Arthur Heid and the late Lillian Heid.  Lisa grew up in Trumbull, graduated from Trumbull High School, and attended Sacred Heart University.  She was a resident of Naugatuck for over 30 years.  She is survived by her husband Stephen Edmund Webb; they would have been married 35 years on May 13.   In addition to her husband,...

      Naugatuck-Theresa A. (Evanoski) Terry, age 77 , beloved wife of the late John F. Terry, Sr., passed away on Monday April 22, 2024 at Mid-State Medical Center.   Born in Waterbury, CT on February 16, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Francis J. and Zita (Wojtczak) Evanoski.  Terri was a lifetime Naugatuck resident and had retired from Glendale Health Center after 43 years of dedicated service.  She was affectionately known as the “Mayor of...

NAUGATUCK- Michael John Brich Jr., 73, of Naugatuck, died Saturday, April 20th, 2024 at Beacon Brook Health Center after a long illness. Michael was born in Waterbury September 27th, 1950, son of the late Michael John and Mary Ann (Franek) Brich Sr. He retired from Anco Tool in Watertown where he worked as a toolmaker. He also previously worked at GAR Manufacturing in Danbury as a machinist and at TIMEX in Watertown where he started his apprenticeship and...

  Naugatuck-Ellen Louise (Suchy) Zalewski, age 78, loving wife of Joseph F. Zalewski, passed away on Thursday April 11, 2024 at St. Mary’s Hospital.   Born in Bridgeport, CT on October 22, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Margaret (Pettit) Suchy.  She was raised in Trumbull, and moved to Naugatuck in 1974.  Ellen was an active member of St. Vincent Ferrer Church, where she served as the parish secretary and was a member of the Ladies Guild and...

NAUGATUCK- Denise Rebecca (Allard) Liguori, 58, of Naugatuck, died unexpectedly April 10th, 2024, at Waterbury Hospital.   Denise was born in Waterbury August 10th, 1965, daughter of the late Donald R.  Allard and Patricia Jean (Franklin) Allard  Donnelly. She was employed by the State of Connecticut in the Department of Developmental Services. She worked at Southbury Training School for many years and later worked regionally.    Denise was an active member of...

NAUGATUCK- Timothy Alan Knapp, 76, of Naugatuck, died Friday, April 5th, 2024 at Glendale Center. He was the husband of Barbara E. Knapp.   Timothy was born in Norwalk, Ct. July 21st, 1947, son of the late Gerald and Edith (Dorothy) Knapp. He was employed at Bozzuto's as a truck driver until his retirement after 38 years. He enjoyed racing and trips to Maine.   In addition to his wife Timothy leaves two daughters Margaret Todd and her husband Franklin of Waterbury and...

PLANTSVILLE- Jesse James Stankey, 41, of Plantsville, died unexpectedly Friday, March 29th, 2024.    Jesse was born in Bridgeport, Ct. May 10th, 1982, son of the late Stanley and Cheryl (Reynolds) Stankey. He was a graduate of Naugatuck High School. He was employed by Kapura General Contractors , working in home restoration.    Jesse loved sports, especially football, just as much as he loved talking junk about the professional players throughout the seasons. His...