Neil Maxwell, 64 of Greenwich, passed away on February 9 at Greenwich Hospital after a battle with pancreatic cancer.

Husband of Paula Maxwell, loving and proud father of Hayley Maxwell, brother of Karen Larsen and Leslie Aderson. Son-in-Law to Gerry Kearns, brother-in-law, uncle, friend, and attorney to many.

A memorial service is set for February 18, 10:00 am at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home, 134 Hamilton Avenue in Greenwich, CT.

Longtime Greenwich resident Suzanne Geiss Robbins, widow of the late Jacques Seligman Robbins, passed away on February 12, 2017. She was living at the time at Edgehill Senior Living in Stamford.

Mrs. Robbins, an attorney specializing in patents and intellectual property rights, held a series of senior law positions with numerous corporations over her long career, including prior to her retirement as Senior Patent Counsel for Swiss industrial giant Rhone-Poulenc.

She was previously associated with Continental Can in a similar position, also with Titan Group, where she was corporate counsel and secretary and a member of the Board of Directors, and in similar posts with Alcorn Combustion and University Computing. She began her business career as a tax specialist with the international accounting firm Peat Marwick and Mitchell.

After attending the University of Colorado, the Evanston, Illinois native received her law degree from the University of Texas. Following graduation she served for two years as Senior Law Clerk to the Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for west Texas, in 1961 becoming also a Certified Public Accountant.

Moving to Greenwich after her marriage to Jacques Robbins, a partner of French financial firm Lazard Freres, who predeceased her, Geiss Robbins became active in community affairs, including service at the Bruce Museum and as a longtime RTM member representing District Two. She was a member of Indian Harbor Yacht Club.

A visitation will be held from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Tuesday, 21 2017 at the Leo P. Gallagher Funeral Home, 31 Arch Street in Greenwich.

A graveside funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 11:15 am at Putnam Cemetery, 35 Parsonage Rd, Greenwich.

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Antoinette Furano Nardi, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 22. She was 90.

Antoinette was born in Port Chester, New York on December 12, 1926, to Pasquale and Maria Furano.

She is predeceased by her beloved husband Lawrence and is survived by her loving children Rosemary Licursi (Ralph), Lawrence Jr. (Maria), Nancy Natale (Robert) and John (Frances); six cherished grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

She is also survived by her dear sister Jean Lazzaro and brother Anthony Furano. Antoinette is predeceased by her grandson Robert Nardi.

Antoinette was a lifelong Riverside resident who enjoyed knitting, crocheting, cooking, reading and time with her family.

To honor her life, family and friends will gather Friday from 4pm-8pm at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home, 134 Hamilton Ave in Greenwich.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place Saturday 10am at St. Roch’s Church. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Greenwich.

A Brooklyn man pleaded guilty in Hartford on Tuesday to one count of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute, and to distribute, heroin for an incident in Greenwich that resulted in the death of a man in Greenwich on Dec 8, 2015.

The charge stems from an ongoing statewide initiative targeting narcotics dealers who distribute heroin, fentanyl or opioids that cause death or serious injury to users.

Isaiah Hart, 21, of Brooklyn, NY, pleaded guilty on Tuesday.

According to court documents and statements made in court, in the afternoon of December 8, 2015, Greenwich Police officers and emergency medical personnel responded to a Greenwich residence on the report of an unresponsive man.

The man, who was 26, was pronounced dead.

Within the residence, officers located and found opened and unopened wax folds (“bags”) with a green colored label “Emerald City” stamped on them.

The Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection’s Division of Scientific Services later analyzed the unopened bags and determined the powder contained heroin, and according to the Connecticut Chief Medical Examiner’s Office, the victim’s death was caused by acute heroin toxicity.

Investigators determined that the victim had contacted “Tony” to order heroin in response to a Craig’s List advertisement for “dog food.”

On December 7, 2015, the victim drove from Greenwich to Brooklyn and purchased two bundles (20 bags) of heroin from Hart for $185.

Hart was arrested on a federal criminal complaint on April 14, 2016. He has related drug charges pending in Brooklyn stemming from his selling heroin, in bags stamped “Emerald City,” to an undercover law enforcement officer on December 8, 2015.

U.S. District Judge Michael P. Shea scheduled sentencing for May 18, 2017, at which time Hart faces a maximum term of imprisonment of 20 years. Hart is released on bond pending sentencing.

This matter is being investigated by the DEA’s New Haven Task Force and the Greenwich Police Department.

Tuesday’s plea was announced by Deirdre M. Daly, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, and Michael J. Ferguson, Special Agent in Charge of the Drug Enforcement Administration for New England.

The Task Force includes DEA agents and task force officers from the North Haven, East Haven, West Haven, New Haven, Hamden, Branford, Ansonia, Derby and Meriden Police Departments. U.S. Attorney Daly also acknowledged the significant assistance of the New York Police Department in this investigation.

This case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Peter S. Jongbloed with the assistance of Law Student Intern William Kukin.

Julian Willets Gustavo Fraser, of Old Greenwich, passed away February 21 after an eleven month battle with cancer.

He is survived by his parents, Alec and Cristy, his brothers Andrew and Matthew, his grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. A 2012 graduate of Greenwich High School, Julian was a captain of the GHS swim team and water polo team, a four time High School All-American in swimming and an all American water polo player.

Julian was in his sophomore year at Santa Clara University, where he was pursuing degrees in Economics and Political Science and was selected twice as an Academic All-American as a member of the Santa Clara University Water Polo team.

Julian will be remembered for his love of family and friends and his ability to see the best in everyone. A young man of great humility and a quiet leader respected by his peers, Julian was a great friend to all who knew him.

A service in celebration of Julian’s life will be held at Christ Church, 254 East Putnam Avenue, Greenwich on Saturday, March 4 at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family request that contributions be made to Memorial Sloan Kettering cancer research c/o Team Julian Cycle for Survival www.cycleforsurvival.org

Janice Ailleo, of Cos Cob, passed away Friday February 24. She was 81. Janice was born, in Greenwich October 30, 1934 to James and Elda Nardiello. She is survived by her beloved husband Edward; her cherished children Carl Blair (Penny) and Patricia Taylor. She is also survived by her cherished granddaughter Leslie LaClair. To honor her life, family and friends will gather Sunday 2pm-5pm at COXE & GRAZIANO FUNERAL HOME 134 Hamilton Ave. Greenwich (203) 869-5968.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday 10am at Sacred Heart Church in Byram. Interment to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Greenwich.

In loving memory of John Anthony Capizzi, of Greenwich, who passed away Sunday, February 26, 2017 after a long struggle with cancer. He was born September 24, 1954 to Margaret and Anthony Capizzi in Staten Island.

John is survived by his wife Terry and son Jack who lived with him in Greenwich, and his stepson Matthew who attends York University in Canada. He is also survived by his mother Margaret, sister Christine Lambroia, nephew Anthony (Kristen) and their children Anthony and Ava; predeceased by his father (Anthony) and nephew (Matthew Lambroia). John began his career as a Treaty Underwriter at Continental Insurance Company.

In 1980, he graduated from the College of Insurance in New York City with an A.O.S. degree in insurance and has worked in the reinsurance industry ever since. John will especially be missed by his coworkers and clients at PartnerRE where he worked for over 21 years.

In addition to his dedication to work he was an avid golfer, a passionate reader, a lover of jazz, and a big fan of Jack’s hockey team, the Greenwich Blues.

John supported cancer research long before he became ill. John and Jack both shaved their heads to raise funds for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation for childhood cancer research. The family is especially grateful for the care received at Greenwich Hospital, all his amazing nurses and Dr. Boyd and Dr. Lodato.

To celebrate his life, family and friends are invited to gather at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home, 134 Hamilton Ave in Greenwich, Tel. (203-869-5968) on Friday, March 3, 2017 3:00 pm -7:00 pm.

A sharing of remembrances of John will begin at 6:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Baldrick’s Foundation or other charity of your choice.

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Michael Allen Lorig, 66 of Naples, FL and previously a resident of Greenwich, CT for 35 years, passed away on January 22, 2017 at home in Florida.

He was born in Chicago, IL on April 17, 1950 to the late Marvin and Pauline Mitchell Lorig.

Michael graduated from Evanston Township High School in 1968 with a wrestling scholarship to the University of Illinois. He was recognized as a “Bronze Tablet” scholar by the University and earned a Bachelor of Science in 1972.

He then went on to earn an MBA from the Amos Tuck School of Business, Dartmouth College in 1974. While finishing his education, and starting his career, Michael served in the Illinois, New Hampshire and New York National Guards from 1970 to 1976.

Michael worked for a number of Wall Street investment firms. Revered by his colleagues, he spent the majority of his career at Bear Stearns where he worked from 1979 until its sale to JP Morgan in 2008 where he would finish his career a few years later. In September 1979 with the assistance of his mentor and partner Ed DeMaria, Michael created the Bear Stearns Futures Department, a shining achievement which began his illustrious 30-year career at the firm. He was named a Partner at Bear Stearns in 1981 and promoted to Senior Managing Director in 1989.

In 1995, Michael joined his best friend from Tuck as one of the original investing partners in the founding of SoBe Beverages, which went on to be sold to PepsiCo in 2001 in one of the largest private beverage buyouts to date.

It was also one of the great honors of Michael’s life to serve on the Board of Overseers at the Tuck School from 2002 to 2011, a place where he cultivated some of his closest and longest friendships.

Throughout his entire life, Michael was an avid athlete. He competed as a varsity wrestler in high school and on the Division 1 level in college. He completed multiple marathons including Chicago, New York and Boston. He loved playing golf and going skiing with his family and friends. One of Michael’s biggest passions in life was being on his bicycle. He spent numerous summers riding in the Pan Mass Challenge and RAGBRAI (an annual 500-mile bike ride across Iowa) with Team Gumby and later Team Lizard, which were comprised of some of his oldest and closest friends. He also spent one summer riding his bicycle across the country from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean.

As a native of Chicago, Michael waited his entire life to see the Cubs win the World Series and had the great pleasure of attending Game 6 and celebrating their victory in October of 2016.

Michael is survived by his loving wife, Caroline Berthet Lorig; his son Matthew Lorig and his wife Julie of Greenwich, CT, his daughter Elizabeth Daly and her husband Jeremiah of Boston, MA, his son Andrew Lorig of Los Angeles, CA, his sister Joan Jansen and her husband Jay of Marco Island, FL, his niece Melinda Watkins of Peoria, IL, and his brother Daniel Lorig and his wife Rachel of New York City. He is also survived by his three beloved grandchildren: Brian and Timmy Lorig and Ellie Daly.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made in Michael’s name to the Amos Tuck School of Business, Dartmouth College, 100 Tuck Hall, Hanover, NH 03755.

A memorial service in Michael’s honor was held at the First Presbyterian Church of Greenwich. 

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Rocco Benvenuto, formerly of Greenwich, died on February 23, 2017 with his wife Regina by his side.

Rocco was born in Italy on the September 1, 1931 and was predeceased by his parents Carmella and Francesco, his daughter Carmel “Candy” Benvenuto Sterlinski, his brother Mike Benvenuto, and his sister Rose Stearns.

He is survived by his wife, Reggie; his daughter Sandra “Sam” Reynolds and her husband Robert; plus many nieces and nephews and wonderful friends.

While enjoying a long career in banking, he donated his time to civic, political and sports related committees. Rocco taught banking and was later awarded the “Banker of the Year” by the American Institute of Banking. He was the leader of District 12 in Greenwich, Assistant Treasurer of RTM, President of Greenwich Lions Club, and was appointed to the State Board of Parole by then Governor Lowell Weicker. Rocco also served as Justice of the Peace and a volunteer for the Big Brother Program.

There are no services planned at this time but will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice.

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Jennie Armeno, 90, of Greenwich, passed away Sunday, March 5 at Greenwich Hospital.

Mrs. Armeno was born in Port Chester, New York on March 2, 1927, the daughter of the late John and Catherine Barresi DiLeo.

She was raised and educated in Port Chester, graduating from Port Chester High School in 1945.

Mrs. Armeno was introduced to her future husband, Gregory Armeno by her younger brother Pat, they were married on April 25, 1948 and had been married for 68 years.

Mrs. Armeno was a devoted wife and loving mother to her greatest gift, her daughter, Linda. After raising her daughter, Mrs. Armeno entered the workforce and worked at SUNY Purchase College for 20 years for the Bursar’s Office.

She enjoyed working so much that even after her official retirement, she returned to SUNY Purchase to work on a part-time basis.

Mrs. Armeno spent much of her free time caring for her family and doting on her two granddaughters.   Mrs. Armeno loved her family and friends more than anything and cherished all time spent with them. She was an advid reader, enjoyed traveling with her husband, spending time on at the beach and enjoyed caring for her beloved dogs. Mrs. Armeno had a beautiful and selfless soul. She loved making others happy which was easy to do with her radiant smile and warm heart. Mrs. Armeno was a true believer that laughter was the best medicine.

Her husband, Gregory Armeno, predeceased her in December 2016. She is survived by her, daughter, Linda A. Christiansen and her husband, Peter M. Christiansen, of Greenwich; two granddaughters, Jennifer C. Butler and her husband, Barron Butler, and Jordan L. Christiansen, both of Greenwich; and one great-granddaughter, Carolina Christiansen Butler. She is predeceased by her brothers; Anthony, Vincent, Joseph, and Patsy DiLeo. She is also survived her sister-in-law, Mary DiLeo of FL, a nephew, nieces, and several great nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Armeno’s family would like to extend their utmost gratitude to Dr. Marcus Mayus, Dr. Francis Walsh and Dr. Kevin Conboy, who went above and beyond their duties in caring for her.

Friends and family may call at the Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home located at 134 Hamilton Avenue, Greenwich on March 8, 2017 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on March 9, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Corpus Christi Church, located at 136 S. Regent St., Port Chester, New York.

Internment will follow at Saint Mary’s Cemetery in Port Chester, New York.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mrs. Armeno’s name to Salesian Sister’s Development Office, 659 Belmont Ave. North Haledon, NJ 07508 or Corpus Christi – Holy Rosary School, 135 S. Regent St., Port Chester, NY 10573. For more information or to place an online condolence www.coxeandgraziano.com

Martin Nicholas Monick Sr. passed away on March 6, 2017. He was born December 30, 1928 to Domenick Monick and Mary Santora Monick.

He was a lifelong resident of Greenwich and served in the Korean War. Martin was a member of the 158th Ordinance MM Company.

Martin was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 478. Early in his career he owned a refuse company and then was employed by Cecio Brothers Construction as a heavy equipment operator.

Martin was predeceased by his parents, Domenick & Mary, his son Dominic “Mickey”, his grandson, Richard M. Aidinis Jr. and his brothers Dominick and Anthony “Buzzy.”

Martin is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Katherine and his six children, Deborah Aidinis (Richard), Martin Monick Jr. (Diane), Gregory Monick (Phyllis), Glenn (Sylvie), Cathy Garfinkle (Myron) and Regina Hunnicutt (Richard), daughter-in-law Tina Monick, brother Nicholas Monick, and by his 16 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren who he truly loved.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Francis Walsh, Dr. Marcus Mayus and Dr. Alissa Greenberg as well as the nursing and other staff members of the rehab facility at Nathaniel Witherell for all their care and support.

To honor Martin’s life, family and friends will gather on Wednesday 4:00-8:00pm at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home 134 Hamilton Avenue in Greenwich.

Funeral Mass on Thursday 10:00 am at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church in Greenwich followed by interment at Putnam Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations checks can be sent to The Greenwich Scholarship Association, P.O Box 4627, Greenwich, CT 06831, in memory of Richard M Aidinis Jr. Memorial Scholarship.

Eleonora Kowal

Eleonora Kowal, 90, died peacefully at her home on March 7, 2017.

Born in Poland on April 10th, 1926 – she emigrated to the United States in 1960 and went on to raise her four children in Port Chester, where she was a resident for 57 years. Eleonora (known to most as Babcia), spent her life traveling the world, dancing, singing, and cooking her grandchildren’s favorite Polish dish – pierogi.

Swimming was another one of her passions, as she frequented the beach daily, even in the winter. Eleonora was a generous and loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family.

Eleonora was pre-deceased by her sons Andrew and Walter, and is survived by her daughter Halina Pugliese and her husband Steven, as well her youngest daughter Jen Kowal. She is also survived by her grandchildren – Michael Kowal, his wife Genevieve, and their daughter Lilly; Chrissy Anik, her husband Jon, and their daughters Riley and Tatum; Lisa Migliardi and her husband Matt; Danielle Murphy and her husband John; as well as Stephanie O’Donnell and her husband Casey.

A Catholic mass is scheduled on Friday at 11:30 am, at Our Lady of Mercy in Port Chester, New York.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Eleonora Kowal’s name to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements are being conducted by Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home of Greenwich. For more information or to place an online condolence, www.coxeandgraziano.com

Linda Weiss. Photo courtesy Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home.

Linda Weiss, of Norwalk, passed away Monday March 13. She was 69. Linda was born March 20, 1947 in Greenwich to George and Josephine Weiss. Linda worked for many years for Airways Int. in Darien.

She attended the Kingdom Hall of Jehova’s Witness, in Stamford, which she was very devoted and active in the community.

Linda also had a deep love of dogs and cats.

She is survived by her loving brothers Charlie (Rose) and Richard Weiss, as well as four cherished nieces and one nephew. She is predeceased by her brother George and sister Rosemarie.

To honor her life, a memorial gathering will be held Saturday, March 18, 12:00pm-4:00pm, at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home 134 Hamilton Ave. Greenwich. Committal is private. For more information or to place an online condolence, www.coxeandgraziano.com.

Shirley Newcomer McHugh passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at her Greenwich home.

She was born on August 19, 1938 in Scranton, PA to Howard Emmons Newcomer and Mary Gladys (Collier) Newcomer. She was raised in Clarks Summit, PA , received her undergraduate degree from Penn State University, and her MSED from the University of Pennsylvania.

She taught for 50 years, including over 40 years in the elementary Greenwich Public Schools, overseas in Germany as a civilian with the U.S Army, and in Pennsylvania and Massachusetts. She actively pursued her passion for travel and different cultures, visiting a multitude of countries on four continents. She shared her love of laughing and playing games with all those around her.

Kenneth Woodd-Cahusac, 60, died unexpectedly on March 11 in Riverside, CT.

Kenny was the son of the late Canon Sydney Anglin Woodd-Cahusac and Jean E. “Jeffie” Fleming Woodd-Cahusac.  He was the beloved brother of Lee Cowans of Ontario, Canada and Ann Neary (Matt) of Riverside; and cherished uncle of  Emily Orenstein, Mack Neary, Paige Neary, Anne Klinger and Stewart Cowans; and step-uncle to Matthew, Caitlin and Devon Neary.

Born July 8, 1956 in New York City, Kenny and his family soon relocated to Old Greenwich. They later moved to Clapboard Ridge Road in Greenwich, where he resided for 35 years before settling in Riverside in 1999.

Delighted to be living independently for the first time, upon stepping into the house his family purchased for him, Kenny remarked in awe “This is mine?!”

A familiar figure around town, Kenny was often seen walking up the Post Road to  Riverside Commons and to Joey B’s in Cos Cob.

Though Kenny was autistic, a disorder that sometimes creates social challenges, he was friendly and well-mannered, as uninhibited introducing himself to strangers – with a firm handshake – as he was hitting the dance floor. He also embodied the best parts of the ‘60s and ‘70s, often wearing cut-off jeans and Woodstock t-shirts, listening to classic rock and exclaiming “Right on!”

Kenny took pride in his home, especially during the holidays. He loved putting up his “ooky, spooky lights” for Halloween, and decorating his Christmas tree with Christmas cards that he kept year after year. Each spring, he set up his beloved grandmother’s water fountain on his front lawn. He also delighted in his birthday, last July celebrating his 60th with a big family gathering and his favorite meal of steak, salad and garlic bread. Kenny met friends everywhere he went, and was proud to say he traveled on his own to every state in the Union.

Kenny graduated from Greenwich High School in 1975  and, that same year, he enrolled in the  Denver Automotive School, where he received a certificate in automotive repair.

But his true love was electricity and Kenny became a licensed electrician, working for many years for Alfa Electric in NY.

As a small child living in Old Greenwich, Kenny’s sisters often held elaborate funeral services  for animals – large and small. Although he didn’t have animals of his own, Kenny dearly loved his 9-volt battery, which upon its “death,” he lovingly buried next to Gibbie the rat and other deceased neighborhood wildlife. As an adult, Kenny took great care to ensure that every electrical connection in his sister’s house was always in full operating order.

Gifted with an amazing memory, Kenny could instantly cite the exact distance to and from Laguardia Airport, immediately recall any particular event – the year, day, hour, temperature, and whether it was raining or snowing.   Most of all, Kenny was a gentle soul who would do anything for his family, friends and neighbors.

A celebration of Kenny’s life will be held at Christ Church Greenwich on April 1, 2017 at 3:00pm.

Kenny would have seen the humor in that date. As well, it marks the beginning of Autism Awareness Month.

In his memory, treat all of those you meet with the same care and love that Kenny did. Donations in his memory may be made at AutismSpeaks.org or a charity of your choice.

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Thomas John Putrino

Thomas John Putrino passed away peacefully on Wednesday March 22, 2017 at White Plains Hospital. He was 77.

He fought a courageous battle with cancer. Tom was born December 12, 1929 in Greenwich to Mary and John Putrino.

In his early years in Greenwich he made a name for himself dominating his competition on the golf course and softball field.

Tom always took pride in everything he did, from helping residents at Newport Towers with home repairs to simply picking out just the right fruits and vegetables at the market.

Tom was loved by many for his unique sense of humor and his ability to always make his friends and family laugh. He was a kind and selfless man who will truly be missed.

He is survived by his children T.J. Putrino ( Kim), Kim Johnston (Scott), Kari Cohen (Matt), and Tamara Russo (Chris), grandchildren Nathan, Christopher, Marisa and Samantha, his dear sister Barbara Belicka and his longtime girlfriend Doreen Woodrum, as well as many nieces, nephews and close friends. He is predeceased by his brother John.

To honor his life friends may call on Sunday from 4 to 8 at Coxe and Graziano Funeral Home 134 Hamilton Ave. Greenwich, Ct. Funeral Service will be held on Monday 11 a.m. at the First Lutheran Church in Greenwich. Committal will be private.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Thomas’ memory to the American Cancer Society.  For more information or to place an online condolence www.coxeandgraziano.com

Ann Gioffre DeCarlo, 79, loving wife, mother and grandmother passed away at her home in Greenwich, CT on March 26, 2017 surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Port Chester, NY on January 30, 1938 to the late New York State Senator Anthony B. Gioffre and Louise Giorno Gioffre.

She was the cherished wife of Anthony F. DeCarlo, her husband of 58 years. Mrs. DeCarlo attended the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising and was employed as an Administrative Assistant at General Foods Corporation.

With her husband she managed their accounting firm for many years. She was founder and organizer of the Women’s Republican Club of Port Chester and the Town of Rye.

She served as Republican leader of the 14th District and was also a member of many civic and political organizations in the Town of Rye and County of Westchester. Later in life she enjoyed memberships in the Women’s Club of Greenwich and Greenwich Seniors; serving on the board of both organizations. She served as a volunteer at Greenwich Hospital for many years and the St. Paul’s Women’s Guild.

Mrs. DeCarlo’s greatest joy in life was her family. In addition to her loving husband, she is survived by her four daughter’s: Dawn Tanner and her husband Richard of Newtown, CT; Louise Gorski and her husband Robert of Greenwich, CT; Christine Shanahan and her husband Brendan of Weston, CT and Toni-Ann Dziubak and her husband Russell of Myrtle Beach, SC. She is also survived by her nine loving grandchildren: Jillian Tanner Philbin and husband Andrew; Kristen and Caroline Tanner; Lauren and Jessica Gorski; Megan and Brendan Shanahan and Alison and Elizabeth Dziubak.

In addition to her husband, children and grandchildren she is survived by her three brother’s and their families: Bruno and Snowy Gioffre, Anthony and Noell Gioffre and Donald and Renee Gioffre.

The family is grateful for the support, care and compassion of the doctors, care providers and loving friends who cared for and shared in Ann’s life.

To honor Ann’s life, family and friends will gather on Wednesday from 4-8pm at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home 134 Hamilton Avenue Greenwich, 203-869-5968. Funeral Mass Thursday 10:00am at St. Paul’s R.C. Church in Greenwich, CT followed by interment at ST. Mary’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ann’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association of Ct Chapter, 200 Executive Blvd., Suite 4B, Southington, CT 06489. For more information or to place an online condolence, www.coxeandgraziano.com

Eugene LaMantia Sr., of Greenwich, passed away Saturday March 25. He was 73.

Eugene was born April 7, 1943 in the Bronx, to Frank and Grace LaMantia. Eugene owned and operated Larchmont Auto Parts and Port Chester Auto Parts for many years. He is survived by his beloved wife Joan (Pagano), his loving children Eugene Jr. (Kate) and Sheryl Ann Badolato (Frank), and 4 cherished grandchildren.

To honor his life, family and friends will gather for a memorial visitation Thursday 4:00pm-8:00pm at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home 134 Hamilton Ave. Greenwich, CT (203) 869-5968.

A mass will be held 11 am Friday at St. Paul Roman Catholic Church in Greenwich. Entombment to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Rye Brook. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Eugene’s memory to Masonicare at Newtown Quality of Life Fund, 139 Toddy Hill Road P.O. Box 5505 Newtown, CT 06470.

For more information or to place an online condolence, www.coxeandgraziano.com.

Joan Melber Warburg, longtime Greenwich resident and passionate advocate for child and family welfare, world peace, women’s rights, and the arts, died on Wednesday at age 93.

A deep believer in the value of volunteering, she served on over 40 boards, always devoting her enthusiasm and energy to the causes she believed in. Born in Bronxville, New York, to Charles and Jennie Melber, she studied business at Simmons College on a scholarship. The first in her family to attend college, she recalled those years as giving her “the confidence and self-esteem I needed to go out into the real world.”

In 1973, she became a permanent member of the College’s Executive Committee, later chaired numerous college fundraising campaigns, and served as president of the College Corporation from 1992 to 1995.

After marrying James P. Warburg, a writer on foreign affairs, in 1948, Joan moved to Greenwich, where she raised four children and became actively involved in civic and charitable causes.

For more than half a century, she served on the board of the Family Centers (formerly Greenwich Center for Child and Family Services), where the Early Childhood Center now bears her name.

A leading volunteer for the United Way, she chaired its 50th anniversary campaign and was awarded its Volunteer of the Year Award in 1983 as well as its first Alexis de Tocqueville Society Award in 2000.

Among many other local involvements, she co-chaired the “Greenwich 350” celebration in 1990.

For her many charitable and civic commitments, the YWCA gave her the “Spirit of Greenwich” award in 1996, and the Rotary Club named her “Citizen of the Year” in 2003.

Joan Warburg’s interests and involvements outside Greenwich included many years of service on the board of The Acting Company, which awarded her the John Houseman Award in 2000, and on the national board of Young Audiences.

She was a board member and dedicated supporter of Planned Parenthood of Southern New England a cofounder of the New York Women’s Foundation, where she was named Honorary Board Chair in 2000-2001.

An ardent Democratic Party supporter at all levels of government, she also was active in several organizations advocating for nuclear disarmament.

Joan was surrounded by loving family members during the last stages of a long illness at King Street Rehab in Rye Brook.

In addition to her four children and their spouses, James (Claudia), Jennifer, Philip (Tamar), and Sally Bliumis-Dunn (John), she is survived by a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends, all of whom loved her and will miss her deeply. The family would like to express its gratitude to the many people who cared for Joan throughout her life, particularly in her final years.

Funeral services and a reception will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, April 5, at the Round Hill Community Church and Community Center, 395 Round Hill Road, in Greenwich. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Planned Parenthood of Southern New England.

Kathryn Doyle Benham, age 90 and wife of the late Stanley H. Benham, died peacefully at The Greens in Wilton on Sunday, April 2.

She was born in Greenwich on March 27, 1927, the daughter of the late Daniel and Anne Sharkey Doyle and had lived in Norwalk for most of her life. She was a loving mother, grandmother and aunt. She was also predeceased by her brother Daniel Doyle and her sister Dorothy Gavan.

Kathryn was a graduate Greenwich High School and of Katherine Gibbs Secretarial School.

She worked for the City of Norwalk as the Democratic Registrar of Voters and previously had worked at Cooperative Educational Services as an executive secretary. She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed by her family. Kathy was actively involved in the Saint Jerome’s Parish for decades. She also volunteered for the Democratic Party and worked at the polls during elections for many years.

Survivors include two daughters, Barbara Benham of Washington, D.C. and Betsy Benham Fruda and her husband Steve of Norwalk, two sons, Robert Benham and Bruce Benham and his wife Hollie Nameth, also of Norwalk, her sister Marilyn Morrissey of Charlotte, NC, her grandchildren Isaac Goldman and Zachary Benham Brace and several nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, April 6, 10 am at St. Jerome Church, 23 Half Mile Rd. in Norwalk with burial to follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Greenwich.

Kathryn’s family will receive friends and family at the Magner Funeral Home, 12 Mott Ave., Norwalk on Wednesday from 5-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Education and Hope, P.O. Box 486, Norwalk, CT.

For directions or to leave an online condolence, please go to www.magnerfuneralhome.com