OLD LYME — Lidia Carmen Ilvento, 77, of Old Lyme passed away Monday evening, Aug. 2, 2021, at the Groton Regency …
Besides her husband Nicholas, she is survived by her children, son Nicholas Jr. of Florida, daughter, Tammy Ilvento of East Lyme, son John of Old Lyme, son Peter of Columbia, and son Christopher of Texas …
Visit this link to read the full obituary published Aug. 4 in ‘The Day.’
OLD LYME — Sheldon Arthur Baker, 78, of Old Lyme, CT passed away peacefully on August 6, 2021. He was born in Barre, VT on January 24, 1943, the son of George Baker and Hazel (Griffith) Baker.
His early education took place in Montpelier, VT after which the family relocated to Pittsburg, PA. Sheldon attended Middlebury College in VT and was always fond of claiming membership in the classes of ’65, ’66 and ’67.
Notwithstanding the tenuous beginnings to his college career he graduated successfully in 1967. After trying his hand at various forms of gainful employment he soon settled into the field of wholesale paper sales, at which he excelled. He retired in 2010.
One of Sheldon’s greatest gifts was his beautiful tenor singing voice. Whether performing solo, with a chorale, notably with Simsbury Light Opera and Con Brio, in a barbershop quartet or just jamming, he was a delight. To his friends life’s singular joys included listening to or singing with Sheldon.
He also enjoyed stamp and coin collecting, wagering on the horses and visiting his friends and relatives in Vermont and elsewhere.
His passion for birding took him on trips all over the United States, to Central America and Kenya.
With Sheldon’s absence ice cream futures are predicted to drop precipitously.
He satisfied his gastronomic interests on TV’s PM Magazine as the Phantom Diner in the 80’s.
He had an inspiring talent for nurturing and maintaining life-long friendships. Spending time with Sheldon was always a pleasure. His humor and laugh were loved by all.
Sheldon was predeceased by his parents and his wife, Brenda Gael (Broughel) Baker. He will be greatly missed by his partner Gail Barber, his brother George Baker, sister-in-law Sandra Baker, his nephew and niece Chris and Heather Baker as well as his myriad of friends and his “adopted” family, the Halls.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, August 14 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Ann’s Episcopal Church located at 82 S re Road, Old Lyme, CT, to be followed immediately by a funeral service at church at 11am. His burial will take place on Monday, August 16 at 11 a.m. at Cedar Grove Cemetery located at 13 Cemetery St., Fair Haven, VT.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sheldon’s memory to the Con Brio Choral Society at 1 McCurdy Rd, Old Lyme, CT 06371.
OLD LYME — Thomas Leonard Kratzert of Old Lyme, CT died unexpectedly in his home on July 27, 2021 at the age of 64. He was a profound musician and master carpenter whose work remains all over his hometown. He was also captain of the ’74 Old Lyme State Championship soccer team …
In Denver, he met Nancy Pinney and they married at the First Congregational Church in Old Lyme in 1990. They share two sons; Sean is 30 and Alex is 29 …
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, August 7, 2021 at the First Congregational Church in Old Lyme. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Minister’s Discretionary Fund FCCOL or the Shoreline Soup Kitchen.
Visit this link to read the full obituary published Aug. 4 in the ‘Hartford Courant.’
March 9, 1931 – August 2, 2021 Donald Southworth Brodeur Sr. of Old Saybrook was granted eternal rest on August 2, 2021 …
He attended Old Lyme Elementary and High Schools and graduated from the University of Connecticut in 1957 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. Don met the one and only love of his life, Elizabeth “Nancy” Hartung when each of their families was watching a parade in Hartford; Don was 6 years old and Nancy 5 …
Fate would eventually bring them together again when both of their families relocated to Old Lyme …
In his retirement, Don was a fixture at the Black Hall Golf Club … He believed in a life dedicated to service.
He served on both the Board of Education and Board of Finance as Chairmans of the Town of Old Lyme …
He was a dedicated member of Christ the King Church in Old Lyme …
Visitation will be held Friday, August 6th from 4-7 PM at Robinson, Wright & Weymer Funeral Home, 34 Main Street, Centerbrook, CT. A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, August 7th at 11 AM at Christ the King Church, 1 McCurdy Road, Old Lyme followed by burial with military honors in the Duck River Cemetery, Old Lyme …
Visit this link to read the full obituary published Aug. 4 in the ‘Hartford Courant.’
LYME — Milton James Walters passed away July 15, 2021, after a brief illness. Born May 21, 1942, “Milt” was the middle son of Frances and James Walters …
Milt loved his causes- Hamilton College, The Lyme Land Conservation Trust and served on boards of Hamilton, Friends Academy, Sun Health Care, Fredericks of Hollywood, Sabra Health Care REIT, and Lyme Land Trust …
A memorial celebrating Milt’s life will be held at a time to be announced.
In lieu of flowers donations in Milt’s memory can be made to the Lyme Land Conservation Trust Endowment Fund.
Visit this link to read the full obituary published July 28 in ‘The Day.’
Visit this link to read a tribute to Mr. Walters from the Lyme Land Trust.