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Barbara Jones Armstrong, 85, of Guilford, died Sunday, September 1, 2013 at home. Barbara was born on May 8, 1928 in Peru, Indiana to John and Flossie (Vandivier) Jones. She was beloved by her sister, Beverly Stuart of Bluffton, SC and sister-in-law, Mary Elizabeth Lyons of Northport, MI. Barbara was predeceased by her husband, Dr. Robert M. Armstrong. She was greatly loved by her children, Kimberly Armstrong Silcox and husband, Dane, of West Hartford, CT, Robert A. Armstrong, II and wife Katherine, of Wilton, CT, and Kathryn Armstrong and husband Jake Koski, of New Haven, CT. Her grandchildren brought her immense joy and she took great pleasure in watching them grow up, Lindsay Silcox, Rob Silcox, Matthew Silcox, Megan Armstrong, Caroline Armstrong, and Lia Armstrong Koski.
Barbara graduated from Western Michigan University and was an Occupational Therapist who enjoyed helping patients solve challenges of daily living. She went back to working in OT after her children were grown and particularly enjoyed working in home health through the Guilford VNA. After moving to Connecticut from Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1959, Barbara and Bob built their home in Wingate, Guilford and the family spent many happy years there. Barbaras friends were very important to her, in particular Joan and Wayne Downey and Ann and George Aghajanian who were great supports and treasured friends throughout her life. Barbara looked forward to spending time with her good friends in her bridge groups every week. Barbara loved her home, her birds and her garden and the family is grateful to all who helped her remain independent, including Denis Miller, M.D., Kevin Twohig, M.D., Jane Castelot, Pat Dugan and Jerry Saville.
A celebration of Barbaras life will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2013 at 2:00pm at the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St, Guilford, CT. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions in Barbaras memory may be made to the Guilford Art Center, 411 Church St, Box 589, Guilford, CT 06437 or the American Cancer Society, Meriden Executive Park, 538 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT 06450, www.cancer.org
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Cynthia Eileen Losche, 83, wife of Kent, passed away on August 1, 2013, surrounded by family and friends at her home in Guilford, CT. She was born in London, England but moved to this country after WW2 and spent most of her adult life raising her family and working in New Jersey. She is survived by three well-loved children, Jonathan Losche and his wife, Emily, Koryn Agnello and Martha Losche and her husband, Bob Burger and James Finch, an almost son. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren, Kent, Christopher, Angela, George and Alex. She was an avid NY Mets fan, Scrabble & card player and enjoyed family vacations to Cape Cod, the Jersey Shore and England. Nothing pleased her more than to have the whole family sit down to a roast beef and Yorkshire pudding meal.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Second Reformed Church in Hackensack, New Jersey in September 2013. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in her honor to the CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405.
In Madison House Health Care, Saturday, August 3, 2013, Kathleen Bishop Bradley, 93, formerly of Guilford, CT. Wife of the late Francis H. Bradley. Loving mother of Craig F. Bradley of Guilford, Lanny C. Bradley of Clinton and Alan C. Bradley of Madison. Born on August 21, 1919 in Guilford, CT, daughter of the late Elisha Chapman and Annie Frobisher Wildman Bishop. Also survived by three grandchildren, Brett, Stefanie and Alicia; three great-grandchildren, Jacob, Cayden, and Chaeson; and many nieces and nephews. She was-predeceased by four siblings, Frederick Bishop, Roger Bishop, Ann Beckwith and Nancy Fritz.
She was descended from Jonathan Bishop, one of the main founders of Guilford in 1639; and also descended from John Alden and Priscilla Mullens, who voyaged to America on the Mayflower. Her mother was born in Guilford in the historic Hyland House during the blizzard of 1888, and the doctor attending the birth had to snowshoe into a second-floor window.
Mrs. Bradley worked for many local businesses over the years, including the VNA, and Eric Anderson Surveying before retiring. She was an active member of the Christ Episcopal Church ECW, frequently participating in their bake sales and rummage sales. She also loved hiking in the West Woods and other trails, and over the years was a member of many informal hiking groups.
Graveside Services will be private at the convenience of the family, in Alder Brook Cemetery, Boston St, Guilford, CT. In lieu of flowers contributions in memory of Mrs. Bradley may be made to Christ Episcopal Church, 11 Park St, Guilford or the Guilford Land Conservation Trust, PO Box 200, Guilford, CT 06437. 
Michael Philip Abt, 50, was raised in Guilford, CT. He passed away suddenly at his home in Lynnfield, MA. Sunday, August 4, 2013. A graduate of Boston University in Engineering, he made his home in Massachusetts. He was employed by BA Insight, Boston, where he was a software engineer. He graduated from Guilford High School where he was an accomplished track and soccer athlete. Mike was an Audubon Society bird aficionado, outdoorsman, fisherman, and animal
advocate. His expert wood working talents were honored by his membership in the Newburyport (MA) Art & Cultural Committee. His Brothership in the Loyal Moose Lodge # 1511 was source a of friendship and contribution to his community.
He will be lovingly missed and so fondly remembered by his survivors: father, Richard
Barton Abt, Sr. of Woodbridge, V A, mother, Marlene C. Abt of Guilford, CT, his siblings Richard B. Abt, Jr. of Lynnfield, MA, Dr. John L. Abt of Fort Lauderdale, FL, Denise M. Abt of Tampa, FL, and Renee M. Abt of Woodbridge, VA. He will also be greatly missed by his nieces and nephews: Cameron Abt, Nicholas Abt, Devon Abt, Corinne Abt, Brittany Abt-Perez, Robert Hannold, and his life-long partner, Tricia Laorenza.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. George Church, 33 Whitfield St, Guilford on Monday, Aug. 12 at 11:30 am. Burial will follow Mass in St. Lawrence Cemetery, Derby Ave, West Haven. Friends may call Sun. Aug. 11 from 4 8 pm at the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St, Guilford. Contributions in Michaels memory may be made to Audubon Society, Guilford Salt Meadows Sanctuary, 613 Riversville Rd, Greenwich, CT 06831. 
David Campbell Carter, husband of the late Mary Frances (Parmelee) Carter, died peacefully on Sunday, August 4, 2013 at Union Hospital in Lynn, MA. He was born on July 25, 1922 at Indian Cove in Guilford, CT, and lived in Manchester, CT from 1928 until 1951. A World War II veteran, he served in the US Navy as quartermaster on a destroyer escort in the North Atlantic. He married Mary Frances Parmelee of Bethel Park, PA on December 22, 1947, and had three children David, Deborah, and Craig. During the period from 1951 to 1972 the family lived in Cheshire and Vernon, and then moved to Guilford.
His career included 3 years with Pratt and Whitney Aircraft, 7 years as plastic mold maker with A.B.A. Tool and Die Co., 3 years as a plastic mold designer with Watertown Mfg. Co., and 28 years as district sales manager for DME Corporation. During his many years in the plastics and die casting industry, he belonged to the Society of Plastics Engineers and the Society of Die Casting Engineering. He retired July 25, 1982 at the age of 60 to make the place of his birth at Indian Cove his year-round retirement home. Sailing and creative building were his lifelong interests.
He is survived by his three children David, Deborah and Craig, his six grandchildren Annie, Ruthie, Abby, Becky, Daniel and Kenneth, his great-grandson George, and his dear friend Jean Twitchell.
Funeral Services will be held at the First Congregational Church in Guilford, CT at 1:00 PM on Thursday, August 8. Contributions in lieu of flowers may be sent to the First Congregational Church, 122 Broad Street, Guilford, CT 06437.
The world lost a beautiful and brave young woman on August 12, 2013. She fought the fight and like so many of our loved ones
lost the battle. She did not go willingly but she did go peacefully surrounded by her family and dear dear friends.
She has left behind her wonderful soul mate and wife
Meredith Thornton and their beloved pups Aiko and Olive. Mer and Jen began as friends but it turned into much more. They were married last year and it was a truly wonderful happening..two brides in white
incredible. They were meant for each other.
Jennifer Lee Welch was brought into this world on January 12, 1975 by her mom and dad, Dave and JoAnn (Flanagan)Welch and her big brother David got a beloved little sister. Not too very long afterwards along came her Irish Twin and Bud for eternity Patrick .Jen then became the big sister to Meghan and Elizabeth, and the family was complete. Well
.in the years to come there would be many more additions to this Welch clan.
Througout her 38 years Jen has had many jobs , a worker she was.!! She worked at Donnellys, She waitressed at Frankies, Nicks , she bartended at Peter Ryans, Porters, Highliner and finally at Bills Seafood. She also worked for the United States Post Office starting in Clinton, then Centerbrook and Ivoryton. But I think her most favorite job was caring for and walking dogs
and she could walk 7 at a time! She was certainly a lover of dogs and they loved her right back.
Jennifer found out she had this wicked form of cancer almost 6 years ago. She was one of Smilows first patients when they opened their doors. She was a favorite and the Doctors really never gave up. She had more chemo treatments than any person should have to endure. Jen kept going, would not give up, was always in control of her care , smiled through all of it
.a true Celtic Warrior in anyones book.
If you knew Jennifer, you knew her smile. There was none better in this world . She could make you happy no matter what your day had been. She loved working with the public
a task not shared by many. Whether she was making a martini for someone or mailing a package or cleaning up after a dog..she had that smile that would light up the room. We will always remember that smile
we have tucked it into our hearts.
Jennifer had many loves in her life
her parents, her siblings and grandparents, aunts and uncles, cousins
she had truly wonderful friends . She loved being Irish, Caribbean beaches, sailing and she loved to travel!
She leaves behind sister in laws..Sopha Welch and Rachel Rice Welch and brother in law Michael Masalski. Ten nieces and nephews
Celest Devon, Tyler, Sonya, Liam and Luke, Joey, Taylor and Jax , Welchs all and the newest addition Reid Masalski. Auntie Jen was their favorite!!!
Robert W. (Bob) Seitz was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on December 6, 1919 the son of Earl and Cora Seitz. He died in Chester Connecticut on August 16, 2013. He is survived by Maxine, his wife of over 70 years, their two children, Victoria Jones of Guilford and Douglas Seitz of Phoenix, six grandchildren , Jesse, Jennifer, Andrew, Michelle, Ashley, Alexander, and two great-grandchildren ,Ian and Adam. Bob and his younger sister Kay grew up in Clinton, Iowa during the depression. He attended Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa where he met Maxine. The day after graduating with a degree in Chemical Engineering, he married Maxine on June 14, 1942, the next day he entered the Army. Bob served in Burma and was honorable discharged with a rank of Major at the end of the War. Bob then went to work for Procter & Gamble in Cincinnati, Ohio. He received promotions which took him and Maxine from Cincinnati to Chicago, New Jersey, Boston, Kansas City, and then back to Cincinnati in 1964 as the Head of the Central Manufacturing Division of the Company. Bob retired from P&G in 1984, and served as an auxiliary police officer for the Cincinnati suburb of Indian Hill. After his retirement from the Indian Hill Rangers at age 75, he took courses in Industrial Security and subsequently passed the test given by the American Society for Industrial Security to become a Certified Protection Professional at age 81. Bob was also active for many years in the Defense Orientation Conference Association (DOCA), a civilian nonprofit organization which provides and encourages continuing education on matters of national security and defense. 
Richard E. Montaine of Guilford, CT died on August 16, 2013, following a brief illness, surrounded by his family. Richard was the devoted and beloved husband of Mary Alice McOsker Montaine for 51 years and father of Michael Montaine and his wife Lisa (Farrell) Montaine of Norwalk, David Montaine and his wife Sandra (Maresca) Montaine of Hamden, Tara Montaine Varga and her husband Robert Varga of Stratford, and Mark Montaine and his wife Sara (Lawlor) of Stamford. He was the cherished grandfather of Matthew Varga, Christopher Varga, Alexander Varga, Erin Montaine, David Montaine and Mitchell Montaine. Richard is also survived by his brothers Dennis (Hal) Montaine and his wife Janice of Brevard, NC and Lars Montaine and his wife Sharon of Thousand Oaks, CA. Richard was born in Stamford, CT on June 13, 1933 to the late Gunnar and Mildred Montaine. He was also predeceased by his brother, Gunnar Montaine. Richard was a graduate of Parsons School of Design and a graduate of Columbia University School of Architecture. He specialized in hospital and medical facility architecture. His passion for his profession was evident as he served for many years on the Zoning Board for the City of Stamford, CT and recently served two terms on the Zoning Board of Appeals for the town of Guilford, CT. Richard served in the United States Army Signal Corp during the Korean War as an aerial photographer. He developed a love of flying during the time he served. Richard was a faithful parishioner of St. George Church on the Green where he was a member of the adult choir. 
Roger Lee Doyle, 64, of Guilford, passed away on August 17, 2013. He is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Sandra Cameron Doyle. Loving father to Marcy Auger and her husband Robert, Stacey Hubbard and her late husband Carl, all of Guilford. Roger also leaves 3 cherished grandchildren, Kelsey & Nicole Auger and Cameron Hubbard. He is survived by his brother Nelson (Margaret) Doyle. Also survived by 10 brothers and sisters-in-law and a large extended family. Roger was predeceased by his sister Audrey Barnard. Roger was born on October 13, 1948 to the late Walter & LaVernia Doyle. He was a 1966 graduate of Guilford High School. Roger was in the flooring business for the past 47 years. Roger will be remembered, loved and missed by all. 
Nancy E Pochan, 99, died Saturday at her home in North Guilford. Wife of the late Michael Pochan, she was a retired second grade teacher. She was born in Akron, Ohio, the daughter of the late Lucy McCord Brand and Allen Roy Brand. She is survived by cherished daughters Nancy Jeanne Pochan, Barbara Pochan and Margaret (David) Pochan Brown, devoted grandchildren, Emily Brown, Ellie Brown West (Nick), Eric and Miles Budde, brother James Brand and numerous nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind beloved Joyce Ayensu and Wendy Allister-Ford. She was predeceased by brothers Hugh and Allan Brand.
She served her country in the Red Cross during World War II in Europe, landing on the beaches of Normandy on D Plus 21. She was active in the League of Women Voters and St. Johns Episcopal Church, North Guilford. Always an avid reader, Nancy closely followed news and world events throughout her life.
A memorial service is being held in her honor at 10 AM on Friday, August 23 at Saint Johns Episcopal Church, Meeting House Hill, 129 Ledge Hill Road, North Guilford. In lieu of flowers, donations in Nancys memory may be made to the Library and Play Ground Fund for Melissa Jones School, 181 Ledge Hill Road, North Guilford, CT 06437 in care of the schools PTO.
In Evergreen Woods Health Care, Monday, August 19, 2013, Harold S. Jordan, 91, of Evergreen Woods, North Branford, CT. Beloved husband of Margaret Lohmeyer Jordan. Born on April 1, 1922 in San Diego, CA, son of the late Harold S and Alda Garwood Jordan. Loving father of Catherine Jordan and Frances Jordan.
Mr. Jordan had an interesting and illustrious career starting in Pittsburg, PA. He ended his career as Program Director of the US Army newest tank engine. Mr. Jordan and his wife were members of the First Congregational Church of Branford.
A Memorial Service will be held at Evergreen Woods at the convenience of the family.
Contributions in memory of Mr. Jordan may be made to Yale New Haven Childrens Hospital, Smilow Center, Office of Development, P.O. Box 1849, New Haven, CT 06508-1849. Arrangements in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St, Guilford. To share a memory or leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit: www.GuilfordFuneralHome.com
Robert Bob Van Steenbergen, 82, husband of Beverly (Haines) Van Steenbergen, passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2013. He was born on August 2, 1931 in Mt. Vernon, NY to Paul G. and Helen (Brown) Van Steenbergen. He is survived by two sons: Roger Van Steenbergen and his wife Judy of Portland, CT; and Richard Van Steenbergen and his wife Lisa of Middletown, CT. He was predeceased by a son Robert A. Van Steenbergen. He is survived by four siblings: Paul Van Steenbergen of Guilford, Gerald Van Steenbergen of New Fairfield, Melissa Paulson of Guilford and Scott Van Steenbergen of Shalimar, FL, and a daughter-in-law Deborah Van Steenbergen of Watertown. He also leaves 11 grandchildren, and one great granddaughter, all of whom he was very proud. He graduated from Edison Technical HS in Mt. Vernon, NY. He served in the US Navy from 1950 through 1953. He was employed at Pratt and Whitney in East Hartford for 35 years. He had a love for wooden boats and the ocean. Well into his retirement he joined the US Coast Guard auxiliary. He devoted countless hours to the restoration of his boat Smuggler and enjoyed dividing his time between Guilford and Marthas Vineyard. Funeral Service will be held at the First Congregational Church, 122 Broad St. Guilford, CT on Wednesday, August 28, at 10am. Burial will follow in Alder Brook Cemetery, Guilford. Friends may call Tuesday, August 27 from 6-8pm at the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church Street, Guilford. Contributions in his memory may be made to CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd, Branford CT 06405 or Smilow Cancer Center, PO Box 2038, New Haven CT 06521. 
Sr. Mary of God Kain (nee: Mary Barbara Kain) 88, a Dominican nun of Our Lady of Grace Monastery, North Guilford, died there Friday, August 23, 2013 after a brief illness. Born on May 17, 1925 in Oak Park, IL, daughter of the late Richard and Ellen Mae Quinn Kain. She is survived by her brother Ed Kain of IL and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Predeceased by a nephew John Kain.
Sr. Mary of God graduated from St. Marys College in Notre Dame, IN and received a PhD from the Graduate School of Sacred Theology, St. Marys College, Notre Dame, IN. On October 4, 1952 she entered the Monastery of Our Lady of Grace and made solemn profession of vows there in 1957. Sr. Mary of God served her community in many capacities over the years, including as librarian, sacristan, council member, teaching scripture to community and to the novitiate. She also served as president of the Conference of Dominican Nuns.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held today, August 27 at 9am in the Chapel of the Monastery of Our Lady of Grace. Friends may call prior to Mass. Burial will follow in the Monastery Cemetery.
Arrangements in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St, Guilford. 
Patricia Jean Orefice, 63, died peacefully Sunday, August 25, 2013 surrounded by friends and family at her favorite summer cottage. Pat was a loving mother and grandmother of her sons, Joe Orefice, Weston CT and Michael Orefice of Canton, GA and her 7 grandchildren, Ryan, Katie, Sydney, Sadie, Jonathon, Emily and Jack. She is also survived by her two brothers, Paul Harris of Vermont and Michael Harris of Massachusetts. She was preceded in death by her sister, Virginia "Ginger' Landry. In a more than 30 year career as an emergency room nurse at St Raphael's Hospital, she cared for thousands and her tireless dedication was an inspiration to many. She will be missed, especially for her chocolate chip cookies...
The family will greet friends from 4:00 - 8:00 pm on Wednesday, August 28 at the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St, Guilford. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. George Church, 33 Whitfield St, Guilford on Thursday, August 29 at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers we ask that donations be made to Connecticut Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd, Branford, CT 06405; www.Hospice.com
In Yale New Haven Hospital, Ruth Ann Gargano, 69, of Guilford formerly of West Hartford, passed away on Monday, August 26, 2013. Beloved daughter of Dorothy Decker Gargano of Guilford formerly of West Hartford and the late Andrew Gargano. Niece of Joseph Pope. Cousin of Barbara Fredericks of Guilford. Second cousin of Suzanne Meunier and her husband Joel of Framingham, MA, Lawrence Fredericks and his wife Joellen of Bradford, MA and Andrew Fredericks and his wife Christine of North Hampton, NH. Also predeceased by an aunt, Mildred E. Delgrego
Ruth Ann lived most of her life in West Hartford and graduated from the American School for the Deaf. In 2006 she and her mother moved to Guilford to be closer to their extended family.
Graveside services will be held Tues. Sept. 3 at 2 pm in St. Lawrence Cemetery, 280 Derby Ave, West Haven, CT. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ruth Anns memory may be made to American School for the Deaf, 139 N Main St, West Hartford, CT 06107 or American Cancer Society, 538 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT 06450 or American Diabetes, 306 Industrial Park Rd, Suite #105, Middletown, CT 06457. 
Robert Earl Drew Jr., 55, of East Fifth Street, NYC, passed away peacefully overlooking Long Island Sound at Connecticut Hospice on August 26th, 2013. He was born on September 23rd, 1957 in Warwick, RI.
He is survived by his father, Robert Earl Drew and his stepmother Mindy Gunther. He was pre deceased by his mother, Carolyn S. Leese. He will also be lovingly remembered by his siblings: his brother Jeffrey J. Drew and wife Mary Cullen of Santa Cruz, CA, his sister Sharon D. Gilloran and husband Brian of Guilford, and his brother Steven C Drew and wife Marisa of London, UK.
A life long resident of NYC, Rob graduated from Guilford High School 1975 and Vassar College in 1979. For most of his career, he worked as an executive search professional at Taft Associates. A loyal friend to many, Rob was happiest when surrounded by his family and Vassar classmates as he was at this summer's annual Peterson Invitational Croquet Tournament. An event he never missed in 34 years.
Rob was an active follower of political and global events and was never shy to debate the issues.
There will be a celebration of his life at 3PM, September 6th, at the Guilford Yacht Club, 379 New Whitfield St., Guilford. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd, Branford, CT 06405. 
Barbara Jones Armstrong, 85, of Guilford, died Sunday, September 1, 2013 at home. Barbara was born on May 8, 1928 in Peru, Indiana to John and Flossie (Vandivier) Jones. She was beloved by her sister, Beverly Stuart of Bluffton, SC and sister-in-law, Mary Elizabeth Lyons of Northport, MI. Barbara was predeceased by her husband, Dr. Robert M. Armstrong. She was greatly loved by her children, Kimberly Armstrong Silcox and husband, Dane, of West Hartford, CT, Robert A. Armstrong, II and wife Katherine, of Wilton, CT, and Kathryn Armstrong and husband Jake Koski, of New Haven, CT. Her grandchildren brought her immense joy and she took great pleasure in watching them grow up, Lindsay Silcox, Rob Silcox, Matthew Silcox, Megan Armstrong, Caroline Armstrong, and Lia Armstrong Koski.
Barbara graduated from Western Michigan University and was an Occupational Therapist who enjoyed helping patients solve challenges of daily living. She went back to working in OT after her children were grown and particularly enjoyed working in home health through the Guilford VNA. After moving to Connecticut from Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1959, Barbara and Bob built their home in Wingate, Guilford and the family spent many happy years there. Barbaras friends were very important to her, in particular Joan and Wayne Downey and Ann and George Aghajanian who were great supports and treasured friends throughout her life. Barbara looked forward to spending time with her good friends in her bridge groups every week. Barbara loved her home, her birds and her garden and the family is grateful to all who helped her remain independent, including Denis Miller, M.D., Kevin Twohig, M.D., Jane Castelot, Pat Dugan and Jerry Saville.
A celebration of Barbaras life will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2013 at 2:00pm at the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St, Guilford, CT. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions in Barbaras memory may be made to the Guilford Art Center, 411 Church St, Box 589, Guilford, CT 06437 or the American Cancer Society, Meriden Executive Park, 538 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT 06450, www.cancer.org 
On September 2, 2013 John M. Haggarty, 94, of Long Hill Rd, Guilford, beloved husband for 67 years of Eunice Colter Haggarty. He was born in Guilford, CT son of Edward and Grace Elsie Scranton Haggarty. John was predeceased by his children, Deborah, John and Dawn Haggarty and his brothers Donald and Frances Haggarty. In addition to his wife he is survived by his grandchildren Matthew and Mary Haggarty, their mother Judy Haggarty, his brother James Haggarty and several nieces and nephews.
John graduated from Guilford High School and worked for SNET for 38 years. He was Assistant Chief of the Guilford Fire Department and a founding member of the North Guilford Company.
A Graveside Service open to all will be held Saturday, September 7 at 11:30am in the North Guilford Cemetery, Ledge Hill Rd, followed by a reception at the North Guilford Fire Department on Route 77. Contributions in Johns memory may be made to the North Guilford Congregational Church, 159 Ledge Hill Rd, Guilford, CT 06437. 
Tragically, Philip John Minore, 44 of 254 School House Rd in Old Saybrook, formerly of Guilford, CT, died suddenly Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Beloved husband of Deborah Doughty Minore. Loving father of Ryan Philip John Minore. Born in New Haven, CT on December 4, 1968, son of Paul S. (Elaine) Minore Sr. of Guilford and Elizabeth (Kenny) Finoia Hoxsie of Pawcatuck, CT. Brother of Paul (Gina) Minore, Jr of Orange, CT and Rosemary (Anthony) Minore-Carbone of Cheshire. Also survived by his mother-in-law Carolyn Doughty of Old Saybrook, sister-in-law Jennifer (Greg) Freeborn of Madison, CT, niece and nephews Nicholas, Christopher and Peter Minore, Anthony Jr, Lauren and Stephen Carbone. Predeceased by his father-in-law Moulton Doughty.
Philip graduated from Guilford High School in 1986. He worked for All Habitat Services as a Field Engineer.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, September 9 at 10am in St. George Church, 33 Whitfield St, Guilford. Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery, Sheffield St, Old Saybrook. Friends may call Sunday, September 8 from 4 to 8pm at the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St, Guilford. Contributions in Philips memory may be made to a scholarship fund for his son, Ryan Minore, c/o Paul Minore Sr, 110 Nut Plains Rd, Guilford, CT 06437. 
Elsie H. Sullivan, 98, of 70 Woodland Rd, Madison, CT and Salem, CT. Beloved wife of the late Richard D. Sullivan Sr and oldest son, Richard D. Sullivan, Jr died September 5, 2013 at CT Hospice, Branford. Elsie was born September 26, 1914 in Branford, CT, daughter of the late John and Hilda Mattson. Survived by three children, Irene (Thomas) Eagan of Cheshire, CT, Linda (Neil) Olson of Bethel, ME and Gary (Diane) Sullivan of North Branford, CT, and a daughter-in-law, Eleanor Sullivan of Florida and Salem, CT. She also leaves eight grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. She was predeceased by two brothers and two sisters.
Elsie was a dedicated mother, wife and grandmother. She was an exceptional seamstress. Her greatest joy was sewing for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Creating curtains to baby doll clothes, outfits, christening dresses and a wedding gown. She worked at Homemakers Corner for several years. Her demeanor in life set a great example on how to live life; Everyone dies, but not everyone lives. Elsie lived a full, long loving life.
Friends may call prior to the services on Tuesday, Sept. 10 from 9:00 10:30 am at the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St, Guilford. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 am on Tuesday in the Tabor Lutheran Church, 45 Tabor Ave, Branford, CT. Burial will follow in St. Lawrence Cemetery, 280 Derby Ave, West Haven. Contributions in Mrs. Sullivans memory may be made to CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd, Branford, CT 06405. 
In North Branford, Thursday, September 5, 2013, Brian G. Just, 61, of 180 Sea Hill Rd, North Branford, CT. Beloved husband of Carol Ahrens Just. Born on June 15, 1952 in Norwalk, CT, son of George and Marjorie Noyd Just. Loving father of Laura (Kyle) Francis of Wallingford, CT and John Just of North Branford. Grandfather of Lilliana Francis. Also survived by his brother Kevin Just of Norwalk, CT, his sister Kathy (Bob) Schroeder of Naugatuck, CT, nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and really good friends.
Brian served his country in the US Navy. He was the owner of JCL Associates. He was very active in the community: he loved to coach little league and was also a deacon in the North Branford Congregational Church. He will always be remembered as a beloved husband and a great father who was always there with his dry sense of humor, a smile on his face, and warmth in his heart.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, September 10 at 10am in the North Branford Congregational Church, 1680 Foxon Rd (RT 80), North Branford, CT 06471. Burial will follow in Alder Brook Cemetery, Boston St, Guilford. Friends may call Monday, September 9 from 5 to 8pm at the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St, Guilford, CT 06437. Contributions in Brians memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.