Old Lyme First Selectwoman Martha Shoemaker addresses the audience.at the celebration held to honor General Lafayette’s visit to Old Lyme on Aug. 22, 1824. The event was held in the Old Lyme Historical Society’s building on Lyme Street. All photos by James Meehan except where otherwise indicated.
OLD LYME— On Thursday, Aug. 22, the Old Lyme Historical Society Inc. (OLHSI) celebrated the 200th Anniversary of Major General Marquis de Lafayette’s visit to Old Lyme on Aug. 22, 1824, by serving a continental breakfast attended by Lafayette re-enactor Michael Halbert.
The Old Lyme Historical Society building was appropriately decorated to welcome their esteemed guest.
Around 80 people attended to enjoy breakfast, hear speeches, and take photos of and meet with ‘General Lafayette.’
The.celebratory event drew such a large crowd that there was standing room only for some attendees.
This event was part of a nationwide celebration affiliated with Lafayette200 and took place at the OLHSI building at 55 Lyme Street in Old Lyme.
Major General Marquis de Lafayette, played by re-enactor Michael Halbert.(center), drew a constant throng of guests who wished to chat and take photos with him
Lafayette was taking a two-year tour of 24 states to honor the United States’ 50th birthday. On Aug. 22, 1824, he enjoyed breakfast with Richard McCurdy at his home on Lyme Street.
After the breakfast on Aug. 22, 2024 had concluded, ‘General Lafayette’ took a stroll down Lyme Street to the South Green, where revolutionary troops were briefly billeted.
Following the breakfast event, ‘General Lafayette’ walked down Lyme Street to the South Green.
‘General Lafayette’ chatted with a passer-by on Lyme Street. Michaela Pearson (front right) from the OLHSI listened intently. Photo by David Patterson.
Editor’s Note: Read more about Lafayette in these two columns by Tom Gotowka, which were published previously on LymeLine.
Carter Courtney (left) and Tom Darna were both recently honored on their respective retirements by Lyme Ambulance Association.
Courtney, Darna Reflect Long-Term, Exemplary Volunteer Service
LYME, CT — Lyme Ambulance Association (LAA) recently honored two of its longest serving volunteer responders at an awards ceremony.
Carter Courtney joined LAA in 1988 and during his remarkable 36 years of service as an EMT, including serving on its Board of Directors and as Training Officer. In addition, Carter also had a long career with the Lyme Fire Company.
Tom Darna joined LAA in 1999 and served as an EMT for 25 years, including six years as Chief of Service.
Lyme First Selectperson David Lahm commented on Courtney and Darna’s long-standing service, saying, “As you retire, I would like you to know that the Town of Lyme owes you both a debt of gratitude and, as the representative of Lyme, I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to you and your families for the work you have done.”
Lyme Ambulance Association Chief of Service Steve Olstein said, “Carter and Tom, you were part of the backbone of Lyme Ambulance and we will miss your incredible contributions as responders, mentors, elder statesmen and friends.”
He continued, “I want you to know how grateful your colleagues are to you for helping them prepare to carry on Lyme Ambulance’s mission of providing high quality emergency medical response, transport and education to our friends and neighbors.”
Editor’s Note:Lyme Ambulance is a private, not for profit, all volunteer provider of emergency medical services to the town of Lyme.
Megan Moore Eno January 10, 1945 – August 14, 2024
LYME, CT — Megan Moore Eno, beloved wife, mother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully Aug. 14, 2024, at the age of 79. Megan was born to Shirley Flower Moore and William G. Moore Jan. 10, 1945, in New York City.
She spent her early years in Greenwich, attending grammar school at Greenwich Academy. In Greenwich, she enjoyed spending time with her large extended family, including her maternal grandparents, paternal grandmother, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Her family later moved to Lyme, in search of a quieter life. It was there that Megan met her late husband, Chauncey “Chan” Eno. The two were married Feb. 13, 1971, and became deeply rooted in the community.
Megan graduated from the Forman School in Litchfield, and went on to pursue her degree in teaching at Johnson State College. At Johnson State, she met her loyal friend Gena Glidden, who remained a constant in her life. After her time at Johnson State, Megan found fulfillment in teaching, particularly working with children with special needs. She later left teaching to be a full-time mother and became deeply committed to serving her community. She volunteered with Meals on Wheels, Literacy Volunteers, the Lyme Ambulance Association, and the Lyme Fire Department’s Auxiliary. She was a devoted member of the Lyme Congregational Church and led the Church’s youth group.
Later in life, Megan extended her caring nature to elder care, continuing to make a significant impact by providing compassionate support and assistance to seniors. Megan and Chan had one daughter, Trudy Jewett Eno, who later married Todd Burgess. Megan was a devoted grandmother to Trudy and Todd’s three children: Gretchen, Brooke and Wills. Her grandchildren were the apple of her eye, and she cherished every moment with them. Megan simply adored children. With her grandchildren in tow, Megan treasured her annual trip to Florida, where she spent quality time with her mother and Michelle Marr, who was like a daughter to her. Megan also had a soft spot for animals, especially those most in need. She talked affectionately about her childhood pony, Blondie, and as an adult, ensured that the household was always filled with all sorts of various animals.
Megan is predeceased by her father William Moore; her mother Shirley Flower Howard; her brother Graham Moore; and her husband Chan. She leaves behind her daughter Trudy; son-in-law Todd; beloved grandchildren; her sister Missy Mahoney and her husband Charlie; her brother Corwin Moore and his wife Rainey; her aunts, Bickley Simpson and Betsy Gotbaum; and her nieces, nephew, cousins, and many dear friends.
A memorial service and Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m. Oct. 12, at the Lyme Congregational Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Lyme Ambulance Association at lymeambulance.org.
OLD LYME—Phyllis Shepard-Tambini, a long time resident of Old Lyme, died Aug. 20, 2024. She was born Jan. 9, 1936, the daughter of Donald Shepard and Suzanne Mercadier.
… Mrs. Shepard-Tambini was a philanthropist who volunteered at … the Old Lyme Woman’s Exchange and 12 years at the Old Lyme Soup Kitchen … She was active in the Old Lyme community both socially and politically as a former member of the Old Lyme Beach Club and Country Club. She was elected to the Republican town committee for four terms. Most recently, she was appointed to the board of the [Lymes’] Senior Center …
She was predeceased by her parents; her brother, A. Courtenay Shepard; her first husband John T. Newman; and her second husband Louis A Tambini. She is survived by her son Bruce Shepard Newman of N.Y.C.; her daughter Amy McMillan Tambini of Southport; a granddaughter and a grandson, …
Her Funeral will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at Christ the King Church in Old Lyme.
MYSTIC—Leonard A. Greene M.D. of Mystic, and formerly of Norwich, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024. Left behind to mourn him are Joan, his devoted and beloved wife of 63 years; his cherished children: William M.D. and his wife Kera of San Francisco, David and his wife Rachel of Los Angeles, Robert of Old Lyme, and Deborah of New York City; and his greatly loved granddaughters, Corynn and Eden. He was predeceased by his son Stephen; and his sister Marilyn Berkowitz.
Dr. Greene …was an instructor at Brown and an assistant clinical professor at Yale. He worked his way through medical school as a Boston taxi driver and as a construction laborer (International Hod Carriers and Laborers Union #223). He was fluent in several languages. As a member of the Norwich Obstetric and Gynecologic Group with Drs. Fred Eadie, Frank Carter and William Gulley, Dr. Greene provided devoted and excellent care to many patients.
Dr. Greene was a strict believer in human rights and equality. While in Virginia in the late 1940s, he was proud to have taken part in two demonstrations against a major bus transportation company because of its racial seating policy …
Donations in Dr. Greene’s memory may be made to the Stoneridge Employees Appreciation Fund, 186 Jerry Browne Road, Mystic, CT 06355. Services were held a Aug. 16, at Church & Allen Funeral Home in Norwich.
