Wakelee Memorial Funeral Home

02/21/2026

Pray for Ukraine on Tuesday, 2/24/2026 - 6:00 pm at Sts. Peter & Paul Church, 105 Clifton Avenue, Ansonia, CT

ICYMI - Our community is coming together to honor Ukraine and mark the fourth anniversary of Russia’s illegal full‑scale invasion.

Join us on Tuesday, February 24 at 6 PM at St. Peter and St. Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Ansonia for an evening of reflection, prayer, and solidarity.

With participation from Mayor Frank Tyszka, Mayor Joe DiMartino, Fr. Shyshka, and a special musical performance by The Yevshan Ukrainian Vocal Ensemble, this gathering is a chance to stand united for peace and support our Ukrainian neighbors.

All are welcome.

02/15/2026

James William Fowles, age 54, of Ansonia, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026, at Griffin Hospital with his family by his side. Born in Bridgeport on October 27, 1971, he was raised in Stratford, where he attended public schools and played in Stratford Little League. While attending David Woo...

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02/13/2026

Wendy Smith Boylan, age 73 of Ansonia, CT passed away Sunday, February 8, 2026,
after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Wendy is predeceased by her parents,
Paul and Jane Smith and her beautiful daughter Sarah Boylan. She leaves behind her
husband Joseph Boylan, Sr., and twin sons, Mark D...

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02/11/2026

02/10/2026

Louise V. Burkowsky, 83, of Ansonia, loving wife of Francis Burkowsky, passed away on February 7, 2026, at Bridgeport Hospital. She was born in Derby, CT on November 20, 1942, a daughter of the late Stanley and Anna Seabury Villers. In addition to her husband, Louise is survived by her children Jane...

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01/31/2026

Gerald John Lukowski Sr, age 88 of Middlebury (formerly of Shelton), beloved husband of the late Elizabeth Mulligan Lukowski, died peacefully on January 29, 2026, at Bridgeport Hospital with his family by his side. Born in Dickson City, PA on April 22, 1937, he was the son of the late Edward and Vic...

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01/28/2026

01/27/2026

Marie Darvas Colimitra, age 95 of Monroe, beloved wife of the late Thomas Andrew Colimitra,
died peacefully on January 24, 2026, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her family.
Born in Fairfield on October 17, 1930, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary Verzaro
Darvas. Marie was...

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01/26/2026

Where's the gazebo???
Shout out to Cutting Edge Landscaping for working an all nighter!!
Be safe shoveling out today! Know your limitations!

01/12/2026

Ana Susana Salazar, age 68, beloved wife of Wilfrido Salazar of Ansonia, died peacefully on January 10, 2026 at Griffin Hospital with her family by her side. Born in Ambato, Ecuador on November 24, 1957, she was the daughter of the late Vincente Ruiz and Beatriz Chicaiza. Mrs. Salazar was raised in ...

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01/09/2026

John Andrew Husar, Sr. age 94 of Derby, died peacefully on January 4, 2026 at St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport. Born in Bridgeport on September 8, 1931, he was the son of the late Andrew and Anna Mary Kubik Husar. Mr. Husar was raised in Bridgeport and was a graduate of Harding High School. ...

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