West Haven Funeral Home

09/28/2025

Domestic Violence 101: Back to Basics, Tuesday, October 1, 2025, 2:00 PM-3:30 PM E.T. VIA ZOOM:
To kick off Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2025, the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV) is offering an introductory webinar describing the dynamics and common tactics that characterize domestic violence. The presenter will provide an overview of its root causes, as well as the scope and impact on individuals and society. https://nrcdv.coalitionmanager.org/eventmanager/trainingeventregistration/create/109

09/26/2025

Arthur James Friend IV graduated from West Haven High School in 1971. He played hockey for WHHS and American International College in Springfield, MA, and then semi-professionally, leaving and receiving many stitches in his wake. He was a ski bum in Denver, a waiter, a cricket-releasing manager at the restaurant where he met his wife, a contractor and housing provider in New Haven, the property manager at Fair Haven Community Health Clinic, and a dedicated coach of youth soccer and basketball.

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09/25/2025

On the Green in West Haven, this Friday (4-8 pm), Saturday (10 am - 8 pm) and Sunday (12-5 pm). The weather is going to be beautiful - high 70's and low 80's! - lots of food, crafters/vendors, music and more. Bring the family and friends!

09/25/2025

Edward "Ed" Brady dedicated several years to the West Haven Board of Education, where he was admired for his dedication, reliability, and willingness to go the extra mile. His colleagues remember him as hardworking, dependable, and always ready with a smile. Beyond his work, Ed was known by all as a man with a big heart. He was funny, generous, and always willing to lend a hand—whether it was giving you the shirt off his back, sharing a laugh, or simply being someone you could count on. His final act of kindness was as an organ donor, a true reflection of the selflessness that defined his life. His greatest joy came from his family, especially his grandchildren, who were the light of his world.

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09/24/2025

Judith Lawson Andranovich was the owner of Golden Comb Beauty Salon for many years; served in the kitchens at Yale University; and truly enjoyed working in her son’s restaurant, Carmine’s Pizza and Italian Take-Out as well as Carmine’s Frozen Pizza. She was passionate about hair and beauty care and was an enthusiastic animal lover. Her children describe her as funny, sassy, giving, loving and kind. She enjoyed spending time with her family and was a proud grandma to her grandchildren.

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09/24/2025

While serving as a founding member of the Warner Road Mom’s Club in North Haven in the 1960’s and 1970’s, Patty also raised dairy goats, was a sports mom at North Haven High School, and a veterinary assistant at Pond Point Animal Hospital in Milford, CT. After her marriage ended in 1982, Patty moved to West Haven, CT, and held a series of increasingly responsible nursing positions at area nursing homes for around 23 years and met her beloved second husband, Gardner Hodgkin of West Haven, CT.

Patty loved spending time with family and friends, gardening, reading, and vacationing at Hawks Nest Beach in Old Lyme, CT. She loved her dogs and cats and enjoyed penny slots and golf. She never said no to a good lobster roll, but she also loved her scallops. Patty inherited a keen sweet tooth from her Grandma Betty and even near the end found a way to enjoy donuts when nothing else appealed.

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09/23/2025

The 105th Annual Durham Fair, September 25–28, 2025
In 1916, the Durham Fair began a tradition that continues today during the last full weekend in September when the fairgrounds come alive and magically transform into Connecticut’s largest agricultural fair. Come visit the Durham Fair, and you’ll see what a real fair is all about—with live entertainment on four stages, thrilling motorized events, rides and games on the Midway, and first-class animal competitions.

Explore numerous exhibit halls, a discovery center, and a farm museum, showcasing a trove of crafts, exhibits. Indulge in delicious and fun food that will leave you saying “yum!” The Durham Fair is easy to reach yet hard to leave, and we know you will have a great time!

The Durham Fair is owned and operated by the Durham Agricultural Fair Association, Inc., and it’s a private, not-for-profit corporation. As one of the largest fairs in North America, we take pride in being managed entirely by unpaid volunteers.

09/17/2025

A graduate of West Haven High School, Sherri worked as a medical secretary at the Hospital of St. Raphael. She enjoyed tending to her garden at home.

A graveside service will take place on Thursday September 25, 2025 at 11 o’clock in St. Lawrence Cemetery. Please meet at the cemetery office at 10:45 by entering through the Derby Avenue entrance.

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09/17/2025

Maureen’s working career spanned many decades. Earlier years included SNET, the West Haven Board of Education and culminated in the West Haven Probate Court under Judge Michael Heffernan. Attending the sporting events and school activities of her grandchildren brought great joy to Maureen as she spent countless hours cheering them on. She always waited for them after their game to give them a big hug. Maureen, Ed and the entire family enjoyed years of vacationing on Block Island. Most loved though was entertaining in her beautiful home on the beach in West Shore. Yearly, all were welcomed to a front row seat to the third of July fireworks on her lawn. One of the last of the Lake Street gang, her smile and warm personality will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

She was a longtime parishioner of the former Our Lady of Victory Parish.

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09/15/2025

Sylvia Procita, 92, of West Haven, died on September 13, 2025. She spent a large portion of her career working at her family’s automobile dealership. Sylvia enjoyed the simple things in life, and her greatest joy was that of spending time with her beloved family. She will remain in the hearts of those she leaves behind.

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09/15/2025

An avid dart player, Ron enjoyed playing in several area leagues.

A celebration of Ron’s life will take place on Tuesday September 16 from 4 to 7 pm at the West Haven Funeral Home.

Listings - West Haven Funeral Home offers a variety of funeral services, from traditional funerals to competitively priced cremations, serving West Haven, CT and the surrounding communities. We also offer funeral pre-planning and carry a wide selection of caskets, vaults, urns and burial containers.

09/11/2025

Angela lived a full and meaningful life, guided always by devotion to others and her boundless heart. She loved unconditionally, and in return, she was deeply loved by all who knew her.

Though she did not have children of her own, Angela was a motherly presence to countless young people. To her nieces and nephews, she was the ever-present, devoted “Aunt Gela,” showering them—and later their children—with cards, gifts, and unwavering love. Her nurturing spirit extended into her long teaching career at Troop Middle School in New Haven, where she taught from 1974 until her retirement in 2009. She gave her time generously, forming after-school clubs and encouraging her students’ growth and creativity.

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