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New Update: Parents Of 3 Killed In Thanksgiving Crash On CT Roadway Were Beloved Attorneys
The young parents from New York who were killed in a horrific crash while visiting family in Connecticut on Thanksgiving Day both worked as attorneys. The single-vehicle crash happened in Hartford County just after 7:15 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 23 near the Bristol/Farmington town line on Stevens Street in Bristol. The initial investigation showed that a westbound vehicle was traveling on Morea Road in Farmington, had crossed into Bristol on Stevens Street, east of Cherry Hill Drive, and had left the roadway to the right, striking a roadway sign and vegetation/trees. Bristol Police sai…
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22-Year-Old Pulled From Byram River Near Greenwich Remembered As 'Loving Son, Brother, Friend'
A community is coming together to honor the memory of a beloved 22-year-old Westchester resident who was found dead in a river after being reported missing for several days. West Harrison resident Jan Carlos Yepes-Perafan, age 22, was found dead in the Byram River in Port Chester on Sunday afternoon, Nov. 26 after going missing early Thursday morning, Nov. 23, according to Port Chester Police. Earlier Report - Body Of Missing 22-Year-Old Man Pulled From Byram River In Port Chester Yepes-Perafan had last been seen on Thursday around 3:45 a.m. as he was leaving McShane's…
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Iconic Newsman Pablo Guzman Dies: 'Was Real Deal'
Veteran journalist Pablo Guzman, who became well-known and well-loved among New Yorkers over his decades on the air with several outlets, has died, according to a report by CBS News. Guzman, who spent nearly three decades with CBS New York after joining in 1995, died on Sunday morning, Nov. 26 at the age of 73, in Westchester. A graduate of the State University of New York at Old Westbury in Nassau County, Guzman began his television career at WNEW-TV Channel 5 in 1984 before joining WNBC in 1992. After this, he started his career with CBS in 1995, eventually becoming a senior correspon…
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Chef José 'Chichi' Barcacel, Stamford Native, Dies At 34: 'He Was Destined For Greatness'
The family of a 34-year-old New Haven chef is shining a light on mental health following his death. José "Chichi" Gabriel Barcacel died on Friday, Nov. 17 after what his family said was many years of battling mental health issues, according to his obituary and a GoFundMe launched for family. "My brother Jose we called him chichi struggled and battled mentally for a large portion of his life his fight lasted so long because of the fierce love he had for his family," Barcacel's brother, Xavier, writes on Facebook. Barcacel was raised in Stamford and attended Norwalk Community College, befor…
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Donald Trump's Sister Dies At 86 In New York
The elder sister of former President Donald J. Trump has died while in hospice care in New York, a source with direct knowledge told Daily Voice early Monday morning, Nov. 13. Maryanne Trump Barry, a Queens native and retired federal judge, died over the weekend from cancer while in hospice care in New York City, the source said. She was 86. Barry became an Assistant US Attorney in 1974 and was appointed to the US District Court for the District of New Jersey by the late President Ronald Reagan in 1983. She was appointed to the US Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit in Philadelphia…
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Norwalk Deputy Fire Marshal Dies At Age 47
A much beloved Fairfield County fire marshall has died after a short battle with cancer. Norwalk Deputy Fire Marshal Luca Feola was 47. He died on Thursday, Nov. 2, said Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling. Feola served in the Norwalk Fire Department for nearly 20 years. He started as a firefighter in 2004 and was promoted to Deputy Fire Marshal in 2011. Feola grew up in Norwalk and was well-loved by the Norwalk Fire Department and the larger community, Rilling said. He was also a loving husband and father and served in the US Marine Corps before beginning his career as a fi…
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Beloved Nurse Remembered After Being Found Dead In CT Basement: 'Always Went Extra Step'
A beloved mother, grandmother, and wife who dedicated her life to doing everything she could for her patients as a visiting nurse is being remembered following her murder in a Connecticut residence. Joyce Grayson, age 63, died on Saturday, Oct. 28 after going missing while she was performing her duties as a visiting nurse at a residence in the Windham County municipality of Willimantic. Grayson was reported missing by her family around 2 p.m. on Saturday, prompting Willimantic Police to search the area of Chapman Street. After finding her vehicle, officers tracked her to a nearby resi…
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Support Pours In For Family Of Beloved Ridgefield High School Student Who Died At Age 15
A prayer vigil will be held to honor a 15-year-old high school student who died unexpectedly in Fairfield County. Thomas John Bergeron III, of Ridgefield, died on Monday, Oct. 30. Tommy was the beloved son of Eliana (Romero) and Thomas John Bergeron Jr., and the loving brother of Luna Bergeron, according to his obituary. Ridgefield Public Schools officials made the announcement to the community on Monday but did not name the student. A GoFundMe started for the family by friends said "The unexpected death of a child is an unimaginable loss that no one can prepare for." The fundraiser, w…
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Fatal Hit-Run Crash: Norwalk Native, Longtime City Library Employee ID'd As Victim
A popular longtime city employee in Fairfield County is being remembered for her compassion and kindness after she was killed during a vehicle crash. Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling along with the Police Department announced that the city tragically lost Norwalk Library employee Dawn Kravarik, a Norwalk native, in a hit-and-run collision on Saturday, Oct. 28. The crash occurred around 6 p.m., on Bayne Street at East Rocks Road. Arriving Patrol Division Officers located two injured victims who had been riding a motorcycle when they were struck by the vehicle that fled, said Michelle Woods M…
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New England Native Matthew Perry Dies: Star of 'Friends,' Films
New England's own Matthew Perry, best known as the sarcastic, spastic, and overly-dramatic Chandler Bing on "Friends," died unexpectedly at his Los Angeles home on Saturday, Oct. 28, multiple outlets reported. The Berkshire County native was just 54 years old. Police were called to his home around 4 p.m. and found him unresponsive in his hot tub. No drugs were found at the scene, and no foul play is expected, according to the LA Times. The immediate cause of death is unclear. Perry parlayed his superstardom on NBC's "Must See TV" lineup into several films and other major television rol…
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33-Year-Old Killed In Trumbull Crash Remembered For Passion For Family, Dog
A Fairfield County man killed in a two-car crash when the Lexus he was a passenger in hit another vehicle is being remembered as a hard worker who had a passion for his family and his dog, Charlie. Anthony James Moran, age 33, of Bridgeport, died on Sunday, Oct. 15, in a crash in Trumbull Moran was the passenger in a red Lexus SC 430 convertible that was being driven by a 22-year-old Trumbull man, which struck a maroon Chrysler 300 S, according to authorities. Both men were ejected from the car. Earlier report: Fatal Crash Update: 33-Year-Old Identified As Victim In Trumbull …
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35-Year-Old Killed In Double-Fatal Easton Crash Remembered: 'Glue That Held Family Together'
Friends and family members of a Fairfield County man killed in a car crash are remembering their beloved and working to raise money to help cover his funeral costs. Jesus Roman III, age 35, died on Sunday, Oct. 8 when the Jeep he was in crashed into a pond in Easton, killing Roman and Amy L. Rockwell, age 45, of Newtown. A GoFundMe, organized by family member Jamie Smith, said Roman, a resident of Easton, was the "glue that held" the family together. "We are raising money for my mother and father-in-law to help them through one of the hardest times that any human could have to go thro…
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Services Set For CT Police Officer Killed In Line Of Duty
Police in Connecticut are planning to lay to rest one of their own killed in a violent car crash by an alleged speeding driver. Hartford Police Detective Robert (Bobby) Garten, age 34, was killed and another officer was severely injured around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7, near Asylum Avenue and Cogswell Street, when a speeding driver ran a red light and slammed into his police cruiser, Hartford Police said. A wake will be held on Friday, Sept. 15, at Dunkin’ Park. The hours for public attendance at the wake will be from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. On Saturday, Sept. 16, there will be a Ce…
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24-Year-Old Fairfield University Grad Killed In Crash ID'd As Daughter Of Ex
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A young woman killed in a horrific Connecticut crash earlier this week was the first child and only daughter of a former NBA player. Tiara Wheeler was 24 years old. Her father, Tyson Wheeler, played for the University of Rhode Island men's basketball team as point guard from 1994 to 1998 when the Rams advanced to the NCAA Elite Eight before being drafted by the Toronto Raptors. He later appeared in an NBA game as a member of the Denver Nuggets in 1999. The crash took place in New London County on Monday, Aug. 28 at around 9:30 p.m. in Groton at the intersection of Long Hill Road and t…
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Support Pours In For Family Of CT College Student Killed Entering Wrong Home Near Campus
Support is pouring in for the family of a college student from Connecticut who was shot and killed attempting to enter the wrong house near the campus of the University of South Carolina. Updated story - New Info Released: Shooting Of CT 20-Year-Old Who Tried Entering Wrong Home Deemed Justifiable New Haven County resident Nick Donofrio, age 20, of Madison, was found dead having suffered a gunshot wound to the upper body, on the front porch of a home in Columbia, South Carolina on the 500 block of South Holly Street around 2 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, the city's police department said. …
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Monroe Mourns Death Of Popular Middle School Basketball Coach
Family, friends, and students of a Fairfield County teacher and popular middle school basketball coach are mourning his sudden death. Panagiotis "Pete" Simoulidis, age 44, of Monroe, a Jockey Hollow Middle School basketball coach, died on Wednesday, July 12, according to his obituary. The cause and manner of his death are still under review by the state Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. No foul play is suspected. Born in Greece and raised in Norwalk, Simoulidis, who leaves behind a wife and two sons, coached 6th through 8th-grade teams and was known for caring about their academics as…
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Popular TV Meteorologist,
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An Emmy Award-winning meteorologist at CBS New York has died unexpectedly. Elise Finch, who was 51 years old, died over the weekend at a local hospital, the station announced. The cause of death has not been determined. Finch was an on-air fixture at WCBS for 16 years, joining the station in 2007. A Westchester County native, she graduated from Mount Vernon High School and Georgetown University before obtaining a Master of Science degree in Broadcast Journalism from Syracuse University and completing Mississippi State University's Broadcast Meteorology Program. "Elise was a gifted a…
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NY Woman Who Died Trying To Save Dog In Flash Flood Remembered For 'Generous Heart'
Support is swelling for the family of a New York woman who died while trying to save her dog during a rare flash flood. Hudson Valley resident Pamela Nugent, age 35, was swept away after water surrounded her Orange County home in the hamlet of Fort Montgomery during the severe storms on Sunday, July 9, according to a GoFundMe. "She came out, seeing her house was taking on too much water," Gov. Kathy Hochul said during a news conference Monday in Highland Falls. "She was with her dog and her fiancé literally saw her swept away. Terror, right here." Emergency responders later found Nugent’s …
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Fourth NY Child Dies Following Horrific I-95 Crash, Family Says
A fourth child from a New York family involved in a horrific crash has died. The family of Christian Rojas Redondo has announced that he succumbed to injuries following a triple-fatal crash that happened on Saturday, July 1. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the Bay Shore victims were traveling near Jacksonville, Florida on a stretch of I-95. Earlier Report: Triple-Fatal Crash: 2 Children, Teen From Bay Shore ID'd As Victims Near Florida-Georgia Border At approximately 7:40 a.m., a car and SUV crashed when one slowed or stopped in the center lane of a bridge connecting Florida …
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Member Of Raveis Real Estate Company Family From Fairfield Remembered For 'Loving Heart'
A well-known mother of three from the region who was a member of the William Raveis Real Estate Company family is being remembered for her kindness and impact on the community where she lived. Massachusetts native Meghan Raveis, age 45, died on Friday, June 23 after she was struck by a vehicle while walking near her Connecticut residence in the town of Fairfield in the 500 block of Redding Road. The driver of the vehicle stopped at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation, Town of Fairfield Police said. Earlier report: 45-Year-Old Member Of Raveis Real Estate Com…
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Beloved Mom, Pillar In Community: Death Of 45-Year-Old Woman Mourned In Fairfield
New Update: Member Of Raveis Real Estate Family Killed In Crash Remembered For 'Loving Heart' The death of a well-known mother, wife, and fundraiser who was a member of the William Raveis Real Estate Company family has shaken the Connecticut community where she lived after she was struck by a car while taking a walk. Fairfield County resident Meghan Raveis, age 45, died just before 3 p.m. on Friday, June 23 in the town of Fairfield, in the 500 block of Redding Road. "My heart breaks for the Raveis family," said Fairfield First Selectwoman Brenda L. Kupchick. "It’s a horrible tra…
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Submersible Implosion: Titanic Expert From Connecticut Leaves Behind Wife, 4 Children
A day after the tragic news that a former Connecticut resident was one of five men who died when a submersible imploded near the Titanic wreckage, his stepson is recalling what a "kind" man he was. Paul Henry Nargeolet, age 77, of New York City, lived in Litchfield County, in the town of Kent, for nearly a decade, as he took 37 trips to the doomed wreckage on salvage operations, including a couple in the Oceangate Titan. During an interview with WCBS Channel 2 in New York, John Paschall said besides himself, Nargeolet leaves behind a wife and three children. "He's the type of per…
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Stamford Resident, Former HS Baseball Star Dies At Age 25
A young man who resided in both Northern Westchester and Fairfield counties is being remembered for his outstanding skills on the baseball diamond and his dedication to always putting his family and friends first. Pound Ridge resident Joseph Fraioli, who also called Stamford home, died suddenly on Monday, June 12 at the age of 25, according to his obituary. A natural-born baseball player, Fraioli grew up playing the sport throughout his childhood and into his time at Fox Lane High School in Bedford, where he helped his team to countless victories. After graduating fro…
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Popular Artist, Business Owner From Milford Dies Suddenly At Age 63
A much beloved Connecticut artist known throughout her community died suddenly at the age of 63. New Haven County resident Sharon Rutledge, of Milford, died on Friday, June 2, after collapsing at her home on Wednesday, May 31. At the time of her death, Sharon was encircled by her family and friends, said her daughter Sara Agee Kaminski. Besides owning a business -- Blue Point Designs -- featuring her artwork and more, Sharon was known throughout the community for her Facebook page "You know you live in Milford CT if....,” with almost 30,000 members. She could also be found at almost all c…
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Startford Man Dies Suddenly At 41, Now His Legacy May Have Permanent Place In Town
A "kind, authentic" Fairfield County man is being remembered for the impact he had on his hometown, which is now moving to make his legacy a permanent part of the community. Shamus Paco Sims, age 41, died suddenly at his home in Stratford earlier this year, according to his obituary. Months later, his loved ones are working to immortalize his legacy by renaming a skate park in his hometown after him. Sims "led the charge" to build a skate park in his hometown of Port Townsend, WA in 2006, according to Michael Todd, parks and facilities manager of Port Townsen…
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Beloved Trumbull Paraeducator Dies At Age 55
A beloved paraeducator from Fairfield County has died after a 10-year battle with breast cancer. Robin Bova, age 55, of Trumbull, died Sunday, May 21, just weeks after being named Trumbull Early Childhood Education Center's Paraeducator of the Year. Known to all as Miss Robin, Bova was known for her personality, which according to a GoFundMe, was "as big as her hair." "Her sense of humor was even bigger," said Gail Kay, who organized the fundraiser. "She was wholly dedicated to her three boys and husband Kevin." According to the fundraiser and TECEC's principal Matthew Wheeler,&…
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Family Killed In I-95 Stamford Crash: 'Good People Gone Way Too Soon'
Shock and sadness spread after a family of four was killed in a Connecticut crash over the weekend. Joel Francisco Contreras-Paniagua, age 49; Lorena Contreras Francisco Reyes, age 59; Joel E. Contreras Francisco, age 29; and Daniel Contreras Francisco, age 23, died in the 3 a.m. crash Saturday, May 13 on I-95 in Stamford. ACCIDENTE FATAL ENLUTA A FAMILIA HISPANA—ORIGINARIA DE LA ANTIGUA GUATEMALA. Hoy domingo, 14/05/2,023,a las 10:00... Posted by Santiagotv El Canal Colonial on Sunday, May 14, 2023 According to authorities, Joel was behind the wheel of a 2019 GMC Terrain that rear-en…
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Former Westport Police Officer, Beloved Musician Dies
A former police officer and beloved musician who grew up in Fairfield County and joined many popular acts on stage is being remembered for his talented guitar playing. New Haven County resident Gary Ciuci of Milford died on Tuesday, May 2 at the age of 69, according to his obituary. After growing up in Bridgeport and graduating from Central High School, Ciuci went on to become a Westport Special Police Officer. He retired from this position before his death. Additionally, Ciuci also played guitar with several popular acts including The Ciuci Brothers, The Black …
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Fairfield Man Once Drafted By NHL Team Dies At 55: 'Truly Fearless Person'
A Fairfield County man who was a hockey standout and known for his lack of hesitation toward trying new experiences has died after a sudden illness. Fairfield resident Theodore Koster Iglesias died on Sunday, April 30 at the age of 55 after a two-week battle with an aggressive form of leukemia, according to his obituary. Always proud of his upbringing, Iglesias attended the Taft School in Watertown and New England College in Henniker, New Hampshire before going on to play hockey in Canada for the "Junior B" league. A true daredevil, Iglesias was known for h…
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Port Chester's Michael T. Smith, 84, Was A Gardener Extraordinaire
Michael T. Smith, a longtime resident of Port Chester, passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at Greenwich Hospital. Born in Port Chester on July 30, 1938, he was the son of Michael J. and Margaret (Blakesley). Michael is survived by his wife Medelyn (Ronquero); sisters Kathleen Remington and Peggy Dunleavy; nephews Eric and Brian; nieces Tara, Kris, and Meghan; and many great-nieces and -nephews—including his beloved great-niece Shylin Santana. In addition to his parents, Michael is pre-deceased by his siblings Nora and James. Mickey was a passionate gardener planting and mai…
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Former CT Teacher Dies At 69: Made Life 'Easygoing, Silly' For Friends, Family
A beloved Westchester County native who taught chemistry at a high school in Connecticut and made learning fun for his students is being remembered for his light-hearted nature. Richard Linden, who grew up in the city of Rye and who taught in Tolland County at RHAM High School in Hebron, died on Sunday, April 16 at the age of 69, according to his obituary. Born in 1953, Linden went on to graduate from Cornell University with a Bachelor's Degree in Biology and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Chicago. After working as a hospital administrator for …
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