Death Announced of Steven Wilson of Old Lyme, 57, Former Chair of LOL Schools Board of Education; Full Obituary Now Published

Steven John Wilson

OLD LYME — We have learned of the death of Steven John Wilson, of Old Lyme, who passed away Monday, Feb. 19, 2024. He was chairman of the Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Board of Education until this past December 2023.

His full obituary has now been published.

Steven J. Wilson, age 57, of Old Lyme, CT passed away on February 19, 2024 after a brief illness … After graduating from Stony Brook University, he lived and worked in NYC until moving to Old Lyme full time in 2019.

… Steven was an active member of St Ann’s Episcopal Church in Old Lyme as well as past Chairman of the Board of Education for the Lyme Old Lyme Region 18 School system.

He is survived by Jan Wysocki, his wife of 26 years whom he met in NYC 31 years ago. He is survived by their two beautiful children who are now young adults, Alden and Lea. Additionally, Steven leaves behind his two sisters, Andrea of London and Rebecca of Cos Cob, CT and 8 nieces and nephews.

Tribute donations to Museum of Art & Design (NYC), Riverkeeper or Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme are requested in lieu of flowers or fruit baskets.

After a private mass for the family at St Ann’s, receptions will be held in Old Lyme and NYC, dates to be determined.

Visit this link to read the full obituary published Feb. 27, 2024 on DignityMemorial.com.

We send our sincere condolences to Mr. Wilson’s family.

Death Announced of Musician Robert Allen Regan of Niantic, Remembrance Celebration to be Held in Old Lyme, March 10

NIANTIC, CT—Robert Allen Regan, of Niantic, CT, died peacefully on February 20, 2024 at the age 91. He is survived by his two sisters, Ione Bartells and Marianne Sackett, daughters, Lisa Feltes and Amy Jonsson (Eric); grandchildren, Logan, Cooper, Brooke, and Brandon; great-grandchildren, Nora and Julia, and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, Allen and Leone Regan; his wife, Marilyn Regan, and his granddaughter, Haley Feltes.

Robert was born on May 28, 1932 in Aberdeen, South Dakota to parents Allen and Leone Regan …

His career led to multiple acting and singing roles on and off the stage including a short stint as Prince Harry in the original Broadway production of Once Upon a Mattress…

A Celebration of Remembrance will be held at 3:00pm on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme, 2 Ferry Rd., Old Lyme, CT 06371. In lieu of flowers, donations in Robert’s memory may be made to the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme, Special Music Fund.

Visit this link to read the full obituary published by Legacy.com.

Freshman Fiske on Fire Leading Old Lyme to Victory Over Coginchaug with Thrilling 35 Points

Old Lyme freshman Eddie Fiske adds to his score from the free-throw line.
All photos by A. Hine.

OLD LYME—Playing away, Wednesday evening, Old Lyme pulled off a huge win against the Coginchaug Blue Devils in a high-scoring game that saw the Wildcats score 31 out of a possible 40 points from the free-throw line.

Wildcat senior Leland Hine drives toward the hoop.

The final score of 76-64 included a remarkable 35 points from Wildcat freshman Eddie Fiske, 13 of which were free throw points out of a possible 18

Old Lyme sophomore Colman Curtiss-Reardon: added 18 points, scoring 10 out of 11 points from the free-throw line.

Old Lyme sophomore Colman Curtiss-Reardon shoots from the free-throw line.

Alec Rodrigue: notched 17 points for the Blue Devils while Preston Mennone: added 16.

Old Lyme’s Shoreline Conference record: now stands at10-4 and their overall record is 11-5.

Wildcat senior Eli Sahadi looks to pass inside the circle.

The next game for the Lyme-Old Lyme boys is away Thursday against Montville at Montville High School.

State Senator Martha Marx Announces Re-Election Campaign for 20th District, Includes Old Lyme

Atate Senator Martha Marx (D-20th)

NEW LONDON, CT: State Senator Martha Marx (D-20th) has announced a re-election campaign for her seat representing the 20th District, which includes Old Lyme, as well as Bozrah, East Lyme, Montville, New London, Old Saybrook, Salem and Waterford. Marx was first elected to the General Assembly in 2022.

“As a career nurse, the one issue that will always be closest to my heart is healthcare,” Marx stated at the opening of her campaign, continuing, “During my first term, I fought day in and day out to make options here in Connecticut more affordable and take the needed measures to protect nurses on the job who are working to keep us healthy and safe.”

She added, “I also took affordability head-on, passing Connecticut’s largest tax cut in state history, fighting on behalf of consumers against utility companies, and bringing needed state funds to all eight towns in the district.” She also cited various local projects across the district, which she has supported, including funding for the Lymes’ Senior Center.”

Senator Marx has been a resident of New London and a registered nurse for over 30 years. She is a former New London City Council member and a visiting nurse. Since being elected to the senate, Martha has focused on expanding access to affordable healthcare, making the workplace safer and more equitable, and making southeast Connecticut more affordable.

Newly elected Montville Mayor, Lenny “Bud” Bunnell, spoke in support of Senator Marx’s re-election. “Having been recently elected to my first term as the Mayor of Montville I have been very fortunate to be able to call upon Martha for advice and as a resource.”

New London Mayor Michael Passero also took the opportunity to praise Senator Marx on Wednesday. “During her first term, Martha has proven to be a relentless advocate for this district in the senate.”

Beth Sabilia, who is director of the Center for Housing Equity and Opportunity of Eastern Connecticut, also shared her support for Marx, saying, “Senator Marx is a tireless champion for the regular people of the 20th District.”

Editor’s Note: This article is based on a press release issued by the State Senator Marx’s press team.

Death Announced of Joan Law, Mother of Kimberly Rice of Old Lyme

On a cold winters night with blustery winds, January 23.2024, our beautiful mom passed away peacefully with family and her faithful dog beside her. Joan was born March 13,1935 to William and Marion Reiss in New Haven CT

… She met the love of her life, Charles Sayward Law, and they married 1957. Together they raised three daughters in a home by the water in Clinton, CT.

Joan loved her neighborhood. While raising her children, Joan hosted a lot of neighborhood kids in the family pool and she had a high tolerance for their shenanigans …

Besides her parents she was predeceased by her husband Charles Sayward Law. She leaves to cherish her memory Kimberly (Glen) Rice of Old Lyme, CT, Laura (Damon) Hall of Clinton, CT, Virginia (Christopher) Brestelli of Deep River, CT. Grandchildren Dr. Jessica Parr (late Charlie Parr) of Salida CO, Meredith (JB) Lynch of Concord, MA, Adam Brestelli of Deep River, CT and Travis (Bryce) Brestelli of Westbrook, CT …

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to any animal rescue, The Shoreline Food Pantry or a cause near and dear to your heart.

Friends are invited to a Funeral Mass which will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Church of the Visitation, 54 Grove St, Clinton on Sat. February 24 at 11 am. Burial will be held privately. There are no calling hours.

Visit this link to read the full obituary published by GuilfordFuneralHome.com.