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Redgate - Hennessy Funeral Directors in Trumbull, CT provides funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation and life celebration services.

At Redgate - Hennessy Funeral Directors in Trumbull, CT., we do, indeed, try to offer you a home, a comforting and inviting place to gather in remembrance and celebration of lives lived well. Call us 24/7. When we sit down with a family, our shared goal is to create a fitting, memorable and affordable service for their loved one. We offer them a wide variety of services and products, as well as a wealth of creative ideas and suggestions. Together, we'll design a memorial or funeral service that suits their needs now, and in the future. Families who come to us know that years from now, they will have deep peace-of-mind because in coming to us, they've done their best to honor their loved one.

02/18/2026

Taleus Alabre

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02/18/2026

Thomas "Timmy" Zalewski

Thomas “Timmy” Zalewski, 70, a longtime resident of Naugatuck, CT passed away on February 16, 2026, in Waterbury Hospital after a brief illness.

Tom was born June 2, 1955, in Bridgeport, CT to the late Frank and Irene (Zimmie) Zalewski. A graduate of Bridgeport’s Central High School, Tom lived in Bridgeport until 1990, when he married the love of his life, Karen (Barberio) Zalewski and moved to Naugatuck to start their family. Tom spent many years working as a computer operator for Macy’s before retirement.

Tom leaves behind his two daughters Lauren Zalewski and her partner Dylan; Lindsay Catanzaro and her husband Bobby along with their son, Cameron, Tom’s beloved grandson. Tom also leaves behind his brother Jerry Zalewski and wife Martha; sister June Gallucci and husband Antonio; sister Diane Zalewski and partner Pam; brother-in-law Ken Barberio and wife Kellyann; several loving nieces and nephews; and his lifelong friends Holly and Dennis Torok. He was predeceased by his wife Karen and was devastated when she lost her battle with cancer after 32 years of marriage.

Modest and unassuming, Tom enjoyed a simple and quiet life. He especially loved fishing and bowling, and looked forward to tending to his vegetable garden each summer, always sharing cucumbers and tomatoes with his neighbors. He was an avid fan of the New York Yankees and UCONN Men’s and Women’s basketball. He loved watching the same classic Western movies again and again. Tom will forever be remembered for his sensitivity and will be deeply missed by all his family and friends.

The family would like to extend a most sincere thank you to Saint Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury and all of the staff at their Wound Healing Center for their exceptional care and support over the past year.

Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, February 22, 2026 from 2:00p.m. to 4:00p.m., in the Redgate - Hennessy Funeral Home, Main Street and 4 Gorham Place, Trumbull. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:30a.m., meeting directly in St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 46 Church Hill Road, Newtown, followed by a private inurnment at the request of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations in Tom’s memory may be made to the American Heart Association. To send a condolence, please visit www.redgatehennessy.com

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02/14/2026

Norreen Earle Morrell MSN CNS

The family of Norreen Earle Morrell MSN CNS, are deeply saddened to announce her passing on February 11, 2026. Born on June 12, 1936, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Norreen was a graduate of Lauralton Hall, St. Vincents School of Nursing, Western Connecticut State College, and Columbia University. She was a long-time resident of Trumbull and active in Christ the King Church while raising her family. Norreen is predeceased by the love of her life James W. Morrell Jr, sister Ann Earle, brothers Francis and Jack Earle and children Seamus Morrell and Elizabeth Fico. Norreen is survived by sister Kathleen Pendagast, children Timothy Morrell and Nora Kwochka, son in laws Kenneth Kwochka, Ray Fico and daughter in law Nancy Morrell, many loving nieces and nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Norreen took pride in her profession as a nurse and then as an educator teaching nursing. She was a wonderful mother and a true and loyal friend. Norreen was strong in her catholic faith. Her rosary beads were never far from her, and she was often seen praying for her family and the friends she cherished since kindergarten. Growing up in Bridgeport and going to Seaside Park with family started the long love of the beach and salt water that has provided her family with the best of memories. Her love, generosity and laughter will be greatly missed. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 9:45a.m., from the Redgate – Hennessy Funeral Home, Main Street and 4 Gorham Place, Trumbull, and at 10:30a.m., in Christ the King Church, 4700 Madison Avenue, Trumbull, with a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday morning from 9:00a.m. to 9:45a.m. To send a condolence, please visit www.redgatehennessy.com

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02/14/2026

Christopher Rene Benitez

Christopher Rene Benitez, 43, passed away on February 11, 2026, in New Haven, Connecticut. Born on January 6, 1983, in Connecticut, he was a lifelong resident of Bridgeport. Chris lived a life rooted in dedication to his family, his work, and the passions that brought him joy.

Chris was the eldest of three brothers and a sister, the first among them to graduate from Platt Technical High School in Milford. There, he pursued a trade in Electronics, a field that would become both his profession and lifelong career. In 2005, he began working at Sonitek in Milford, where he remained for two decades. His commitment to his craft and loyalty to his workplace were hallmarks of his professional life.

Beyond his career, Chris was known for his kind heart and generous spirit. He found great joy in spending time with those closest to him. Whether it was sharing laughter with his brothers Jeff and Gary Benitez and his sister Victoria Benitez or creating cherished memories with his nieces Gabriela and Savannah and nephew Noah Benitez, Chris embraced every moment with warmth and humor. He was a loving son to Rene and Diane Benitez and a devoted fiancé to Christina Fiore.

Chris’s interests reflected his vibrant personality. He was an avid gamer who enjoyed video games as well as tabletop favorites like Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons. He also loved outdoor yard games such as Can Jam and Co****le, activities that often brought friends and family together for fun-filled afternoons. A passionate San Francisco 49ers fan, he celebrated each game with enthusiasm. He also held a love for boxing; Chris appreciated both the discipline of the sport and its intensity.

He is remembered not only for the hobbies he loved but for the way he made others feel respected, valued, and always welcome. His sisters-in-law Yazmin and Daisy Benitez were part of the extended circle of love that surrounded him throughout his life.

Chris now joins beloved family members who passed before him: his grandparents, Frank and Bonnie Bereza, Gaspar “Indio” and Iraida Ortega; and his uncles, Danny Bereza and Gaspar “Gank” Benitez.

As we reflect on Chris’s life, a life filled with laughter, loyalty, and love, we hold close the memories that continue to inspire us. His legacy lives on in every game played around a table or backyard lawn, every shared joke between siblings, every quiet moment of remembrance.

May Christopher Rene Benitez’s memory bring comfort to all who knew him.

Visiting hours for Chris will be held on February 20, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Redgate - Hennessy, Main Street and 4 Gorham Place, Trumbull, CT 06611.

Contributions may be made through the funeral home and would be greatly appreciated.

Burial will be private and held at a later date.

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02/06/2026

Joseph M. Wynne

Joseph M. Wynne, age 78 of Stratford died Wednesday, February 4, 2026 in his home. He was the beloved husband of Lili Rejec Wynne and the loving father of Sarah Beth Thomasi. Born in Bridgeport, he was a former Shelton resident before moving to Stratford. He was the son of the late Vincent and Margaret McCabe Wynne. Joseph retired after 41 years with the IRS as Area Manager of the Northeast. He was a softball coach, gardener and enjoyed offshore fishing. He supported UConn Women’s Basketball, Sacred Heart University, and the New York Yankees. He also enjoyed following his nephew Woody’s baseball journey and spoiling his grandpups with cookies over the years. He loved taking trips to New Haven for white clam pizza and going to Brazi’s and Lorenzo's. Joseph will be remembered as a sentimental Irishman with a great memory. He was a wonderful big brother, patriarch of the family and a jokester. He was humble, no nonsense, supportive of the military and first responders and loved everything to do with the movie Top Gun. He was also a longtime and devoted parishioner at Saint Mark’s Church in Stratford. In addition to his wife Lili, he has survived by his daughter, Sarah Thomasi and her husband Ed, brothers Thomas Wynne and his wife Nancy of Georgia, Vincent M. Wynne Jr. of New Haven, sister Margaret Lariccia of Bridgeport, stepchildren Eliana and Gerardo and many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and neighbors. Joseph’s first wife Carol Frizinia Wynne predeceased him in 2000. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 12 noon in St. Mark’s Church, Stratford with a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Stratford. Friends may call Thursday morning 9:00am – 11:00am in the Redgate-Hennessy Funeral Home, Main Street and Gorham Place, Trumbull. In lieu of flowers please make a contribution Tunnels to Towers (www.t2t.org) To send online condolences please visit www.redgatehennessy.com

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01/30/2026

Elizabeth A. Wilemski

Elizabeth A. “Betsy” Bown Wilemski, age 84 of Fairfield died Wednesday, January 28, 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late Gerard D. Wilemski and mother of the late Christopher G. Wilemski. Betsy was the daughter of Alfred A. Bown and Josephine Cooney Bown and was born along with her twin brother Bobby at St. Vincent’s Hospital on December 31, 1941. Betsy graduated from Andrew Warde High School in 1959 and Good Counsel College in White Plains, New York in 1963. Betsy was a longtime teacher at Our Lady of the Assumption School and lifelong parishioner of the Church. She is survived by her children, Mike Wilemski and his wife Patti of Venice, FL, Sarah Wilemski of Bridgeport, Matthew Wilemski of Seattle, WA, grandchildren, Kevin, Brendan and Amy Wilemski, her sister, Helen Bown Dailey, brothers, Alfred J. Bown and Robert T. Bown, many nieces and nephews and Cassi, Christopher’s widow. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 7th at 10:00a.m., meeting directly in Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 545 Stratfield Road, Fairfield with a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery. Friends may call Friday from 4:00 – 7:00p.m., in the Redgate - Hennessy Funeral Home, Main Street and Gorham Place, Trumbull. To send condolences please visit www.redgatehennessy.com

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01/23/2026

Judith Ottman

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01/16/2026

Michael McElroy

Michael Leo McElroy, a.k.a. Mac, 71, of Fairfield, was born in Norwalk, CT on October 20, 1954, and passed away on January 12, 2026. He is survived by his wife, Catherine Anne Wilcox-McElroy, and two children Fiona and Mairéad McElroy, of Fairfield; his brother Andrew (Jan) McElroy; sisters Kathleen Hazen, Maura Milner, Gretta (Chris) Benson, and Marcia McElroy; his in-laws William (Tara) Wilcox, Amy (Brian) Arnone, Heather (John) Robertson, and Alexis (Dana Rozanski) Wilcox, as well as numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Mac is predeceased by his parents Andrew and Margaret (Devine) McElroy.

Mac attended kindergarten at Cranbury School then went to St. Jerome’s, graduating from Central Catholic High School and on to Paul Smith’s College to study Forestry. After that he continued his education at the University of New Haven, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Civil Engineering. Once he got his Land Surveyor and House Inspector licenses he opened his own business, Black Rock Surveyors, including his childhood friend Tommy Eula in the enterprise. Black Rock Surveyors will continue operating as part of Mac’s legacy, with his nephew Brian Arnone Jr. at the helm.

Mac loved animals: turtles in the Partrick Road neighborhood pond, tanks full of tropical fish rescued from Rhode Island, his first dog Betsey Ross he got for his fourth birthday, and Zac, his trusty surveying Shih Tzu sidekick. He was an avid scuba diver, and he shared this hobby with Catherine Anne on their honeymoon in Newport.

Mac met his wife Catherine Anne (Cathy) through a blind date, and coincidentally they realized they both belonged to the Ski Bears in Norwalk. This crew enjoyed skiing, biking, volleyball, and volunteering at the Oyster Festival! He was as gentle as he was silly, adored all his nieces and nephews and was especially proud of his children Fiona and Mairéad. Mac never hesitated to engage with his kids’ friends as captives subject to his inscrutable dad jokes: deliberately deployed with suspense and stealthy delivery.

Mac possessed a dearth of factoids about trees and soils science. As a land surveyor, he could wield a chainsaw, machete, sledgehammer, and his robotic transit. He pitched horseshoes anddrank beer with his friends. He supported many different environmental and social justice causes, by offering his land surveying services to Habitat for Humanity and making sure Bernie Sanders got all the $27 donations he asked for. Mike was passionate about fairness and equity. Science and environmentalism was a constant theme in his home. He spent years filtering canola oil from the pizza place to run his converted veggie diesel Jetta, and bringing it to display at local Earth Day celebrations with the help of Fiona and Mairéad–inspiring them to remain passionate leaders of environmental justice in their daily pursuits.

Mac was an avid supporter of Habitat for Humanity, providing surveys for years, of houses to be rehabbed in Bridgeport. He and Fiona shared a love of rock hounding, hiking with chisel and mallet, examining various kinds of rocks and minerals in the area, even setting up a noisy rock polishing device in the garage. While not a musician himself Mac bought many instruments for his kids and spent a lot of time driving both Fiona and Mairéad to their next dance practice, orchestra rehearsal, drum lesson, or supervising rock concerts, constantly remarking how impressed he was by their devotion to their passions. Michael also designed a green home incorporating sustainable technologies. His curiosity knew no bounds. He was obsessed with searching for the money pit on his absolute favorite show “The Curse of Oak Island.” He has recently become a card-carrying member of the International Flying Saucer Bureau and attended monthly meetings at the library. The Buffalo Bills became his favorite football team; he lived in the hoodie that he purchased at the stadium while on the way to Niagara Falls and Toronto for his 25th anniversary with Catherine Anne.

When people describe Mac, they use words like sweet, generous, loving, smart, interesting, awesome, a gentle soul with the most caring eyes, wonderful, kind-hearted, lovely, special, funny, devoted husband and father, and selfless. His memory will forever be with all those he touched and his spirit will reside in our hearts for eternity as we navigate this profound loss.

There will be a Celebration of Life service at The Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Westport, CT Saturday, February 7, 10 AM at 10 Lyons Plains Road.

Calls and cards will be gratefully accepted.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to:

Habitat for Humanity https://habitatcfc.org/donatetoday/donate.html.

or

nOURish Bridgeport Inc. https://www.nourishbpt.org/donate.

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01/15/2026

Jean Higgins

Jean M. Higgins, age 86, of Trumbull, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at The Bridges by Epoch, surrounded by care and comfort.

She was the beloved widow of William Higgins Jr. Born in Olyphant, Pennsylvania, on December 6, 1939, Jean was the daughter of the late John and Stella (Falkowski) Sembrot.

Jean was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose greatest joy was time spent with her family. Jean and her husband Bill shared a love of travel and adventure, journeying together throughout the Caribbean and to Alaska. They proudly owned and operated Greenstreets Restaurant in St. Augustine, Florida, before returning to Connecticut in 2018. A dedicated Catholic, Jean was active in her faith and served as an usher while living in St. Augustine.

Jean is survived by her children, Barbara Jean Baldyga Festini of Shelton and Thomas Baldyga Jr. and his wife Pam of Fairfield; her cherished grandchildren, Zachary Festini, and Julia and Carly Baldyga; and her stepchildren, Robin Nagy, Jeannie Horan and her husband Bob, and William Higgins and his wife Jennifer. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews, all of whom she held close to her heart.

She was predeceased by her first husband, Thomas Baldyga Sr.; her brother, John Sembrot; her sister, Barbara Chockey; and her beloved dog, Foxy. Jean’s dear sister, Eleanor, passed peacefully just three days after Jean, a testament to their lifelong bond.

Jean’s family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the kind and compassionate staff at The Bridges by Epoch in Trumbull for the exceptional care, comfort, and compassion shown to her during her time as a resident.

Friends are invited to go directly to St. Catherine of Siena Church, 220 Shelton Road, Trumbull, on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. for a celebration of her life and Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will immediately follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Trumbull.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to a favorite charity, in Jean’s loving memory.

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01/08/2026

Alicia K. Kronick

Alicia K Kronick (Bennett) – Our Musical Mother

Alicia Kaye Kronick (Bennett), 70, a beloved mother, cherished musician and nanny, passed away from cardiac arrest on the evening of January 3rd, 2026. She was born May 1, 1955, as an identical twin sister in Mattoon, Illinois to Marion and Constance Elaine Bennett. Alicia was a studied musician most of her life and mother to five children. She was an avid writer of both poetry and short stories, belonging to local writing groups, as well as a long-time member of the church sharing the love of the Lord with those she knew.

Alicia earned a Bachelor of Music from University of Missouri and was classically trained on not only piano but also the violin. Alicia was always involved in various community groups, like Westport Women’s League, the Tuesday Afternoon Music Club and a local member of various churches in Connecticut, including Black Rock Congregational, Calvary Church and Walnut Hill. But her reach far exceeded the east coast as she was well travelled between Hawaii and even Japan and Morocco as a missionary nanny to a wonderful family and leading worship at Women’s Aglow Fellowship. She always had a heart to serve in and outside the church.

Apart from her musical and writing endeavors, she was fond of spending time at the beach, afternoon tea with friends, cooking, cross-stitch, reading, and weekly bible studies. Her favorite bible verse was Psalm 18:16-20. She was a piano teacher for a portion of her life. In her later years, she was a nanny to various families in Fairfield County. She always had a deep love in her heart for children.

Alicia is survived by her five children: Natalie, Rebecca, Joshua, Caleb and Aaron (Lauren Maslen), as well as their three grandchildren: Jeremy, Brock and Celine. Her surviving siblings include Timothy (Joyce) Bennett, Teresa Kawamoto and Jeffery (Deborah) Bennett. She was predeceased by her sister, Jeannine Goar and brother-in-law, Neal Kawamoto.

A formal memorial is being planned, and details will be published at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Estate of Alicia Kronick, mailed to Alicia Kronick, 102 Turkey Roost Rd, Monroe, CT 06468. Any donation in her honor to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital is greatly appreciated.

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01/05/2026

Joan Carpenter

Joan Marie Carpenter, age 92, a lifelong Bridgeport resident passed away December 30, 2025, in The Carolton Chronic and Convalescent Hospital, Fairfield. Joan was the daughter of the late William and Juliet Hudak Carpenter. She retired from SNET as an operator at their Bridgeport and Derby locations. Joan was very active with the church and a choir member. She loved celebrating holidays and birthdays with family and friends and especially liked birthday cake. Her family and friends treasured those memories she created with her Polaroid camera. She is survived by a brother James R. Carpenter and his wife Judy of FL, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by four brothers, William D., Robert L., John J., and Kenneth A. Carpenter. A Solemn Requiem Mass will be celebrated Friday, January 9, 2026, at 11:00a.m., meeting directly in Sts. Cyril & Methodius Church, 79 Church Street, Bridgeport. Interment will follow in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Stratford. Arrangements by the Redgate – Hennessy Funeral Home, Trumbull. To send online condolences please visit www.redgatehennessy.com

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01/04/2026

Michael Fedele, Jr.

Michael Joseph Fedele Jr, age 67, of Bridgeport, peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026, in the Connecticut Hospice, Branford. Michael was the cherished son of the late Michael and Anna Fedele. He was predeceased by this sister Delores Larsen, and her son Robert. He is survived by his sister Rita Paquette (Robert) as well as several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, January 13, at 10:00a.m., meeting directly in Our Lady of Good Council Church, 163 Ortega Street, Bridgeport. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull.

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