Lena Sottosanti

Lena Sottosanti, a resident of Old Greenwich and recently of Stamford, passed away at The Regional Hospice of Danbury on Thursday, March 16, 2023.
Lena was born in Stamford on May 27, 1927 and was the wife of the late Guido Sottosanti. She is survived by three sons; Guido Jr., Richard and David Sottosanti; grandchildren, Bethany Kamykowski (Beau), Gregory Sottosanti (Brittany), Erin Sottosanti, Leah Sottosanti, Dayna Del Valle (Yamil); great granddaughter Emme Rae; brother Hank Parente; and many other extended family members and dear friends. Lena was preceded in death by her grandchild Rachel “Rae” Sottosanti, her brother Benjamin, and sister-in-law Marie Parente.
A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, March 23 at 10:30am at Sacred Heart Church, 37 Schuyler Avenue, Stamford, CT. Lena’s family will be receiving the condolences and sympathy of friends and family following mass.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Regional Hospice of Danbury, 30 Milestone Road, Danbury, CT 06810.
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Joseph Lovallo

Joseph D. Lovallo, Jr. (Joe), 88, a lifelong resident of Stamford passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, March 20, 2023. Joe was born on January 25, 1935 to the late Joseph H. Lovallo and Angelina Claps Lovallo.

Joe was the oldest of five children, raised on Spruce Street on the West side of Stamford, and graduated from Stamford High School. Joe was employed by Toll Motors (Darien) and Branfon Motors (Greenwich) in the late 50’s and early 60’s. After marrying Anna Vagnone Lovallo, his best friend and wife of 60 years, he embraced the role of a dedicated father to his children, Joe and Louise, while also being the sole proprietor of the family businesses, Grand Prix Shell, Inc. and Grand Prix Service, Inc. in Stamford, until retirement in 2000.

Joe was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, as well as a loyal and loving husband. He was adventurous, humble and had an incredible zest for life. Joe was known for his unwavering optimism, quiet confidence, endless energy, and a keen aptitude for anything mechanical. Joe cherished spending time with his family, exploring a variety of interests and activities, but was especially proud of his two darling grandchildren, Kelly and Allie. He was an accomplished do-it-yourself home improvement master, an auto sports enthusiast and an avid Alpine skier. Anna and Joe traveled the world and befriended many people along the way; they wintered in Aruba and Florida and lived happy, full lives. Anna and Joe could be found engaging in lively conversations at many local restaurants, which they loved to frequent. They also found enjoyment at the local movie theaters, and often attended Broadway shows in NYC. Joe was known for his daily walks at Cove Island Park with his soul mate, Anna by his side. Joe experienced a robust life filled with many hobbies and social gatherings with his close friends. For the past fifteen years of his life, he gracefully navigated through many years of progressive dementia until his final days.

Besides his parents, Joe was predeceased by his loving wife, Anna M. Lovallo of Stamford, and survived by his son, Joseph D. Lovallo, III (Patty) of Pittsford, NY, daughter Louise A. Lovallo (GerI) Reilly of Hull, MA, his cherished grandchildren Kelly Lovallo of Hoboken, NJ, and Allie Lovallo of Washington DC. Joe is also survived by siblings, Robert Lovallo, Anita Sansone (Donald Herde), Michael Lovallo, and James Lovallo (Barbara), and longtime caregivers, Agnes Godlewski and family.

A life celebration ceremony will be held at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Myrtle Avenue, Stamford on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 11:00AM. Entombment will follow at St. John’s Mausoleum, Darien. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Friday, March 24, 2023 from 4:00-7:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that online donations be made in Joe’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association. To donate by check, please mail to Alzheimer’s Association – Donor Services, 225 N. Michigan Ave. – Floor 17 Chicago, IL 60601. https://www.alz.org/get-involved-now/donate.

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William Kaltsas

William N. Kaltsas, 102, of Stamford and formerly of Cape Coral, FL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at Stamford Hospital. He was born in Manchester, NH on February 1, 1921 to the late Nicholas and Despina Kaltsas.
Bill was born in New Hampshire, but raised in Greece in the mountain town of Kastraki, famous for the Monasteries of Meteora. He returned to the US in the 1930’s and joined the CCC-Civilian Conservation Corps, where he fought forest fires and built roads out West. Once the war started, he enlisted with the Army Air Force and was trained in the new top secret radar. Bill received three Invasion Stars, New Guinea, Biak Island and the Phillipines. He never spoke about the war, only about his pet monkey, Susu and the PX. After the war, he became a restauranteur in New York City having several establishments, among them, the Fashion Coffee Shop, The Kings Pub and the Egyptian Gardens.
Bill and his beloved wife, Helen traveled the world together, but his favorite place was home. They moved to Cape Coral, Florida and lived there for over 25 years. Bill was very proud of his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was known as Papou, and supported them in all their interests and endeavors while attending games and graduations all over the country. His kindness, generosity and sense of humor will be greatly missed and he is now reunited with his beloved wife, Helen in heaven. May his memory be eternal.
William is survived by his loving children, Diana Hughes and her husband Peter of Stamford, Sandy Kaltsas and her husband Ron of Masapequa, NY and Charles Kaltsas and his wife Karen of Goffstown, NH. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Timothy Hughes and his wife Kara, Lauren Connolly, Ryan Hughes and his wife Christine, Billy Oliver and his wife Lynn and Eddie Oliver and his wife Danielle, as well as his great grandchildren, Kora, Liam, Parrish, William, Anastasia, Becca, Ryan, Justin, Julia and Brianna and great great grandchildren, Noelle and Alexander.
Besides his parents, William was also predeceased by his wife Helen Kaltsas.
A funeral service will be celebrated on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the Church of the Archangels, 1527 Bedford Street, Stamford. Calling hours will be for one hour starting at 8:30 – 9:30 AM before the funeral service. Interment will be held at a later date in FL.
In lieu of flowers, the Kaltsas family requests that donations be made in William’s memory to the Veterans of Foreign Wars, VFW or the Church of the Archangels, Stamford.
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Kenneth Zarrilli

Kenneth I. Zarrilli, a native of Stamford and a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend passed away peacefully on March 10, 2023 in Sarasota, FL with his family by his side. He was born on April 18, 1943 and was one of three children born to the late Canio and Michelina Abate Zarrilli. Ken was 79 years old at the time of his passing.
Growing up in Stamford, he attended public school and graduated from Stamford High School in 1961. He became a proud member of the IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) Local Union 501, where he joined as an apprentice in 1965. In addition to his work as an electrician, Ken was an apprentice training instructor for 10 years for the local. He retired from Local 3 in 2004.
Ken was a 3rd degree member of Saint Augustine Council of the Knights of Columbus, a member of the Hubbard Heights Men’s Golf Club and a member of the Heritage Oaks Golf Club where he shot a hole-in-one that he was extremely proud of. He enjoyed dancing with his beautiful wife, motorcycling, boating, and fishing for many years on the Long Island Sound. And of course – he was an avid golfer. He and Coralee enjoyed traveling and took many trips. He especially loved their time in Italy and cruising the Caribbean.
Above all things he cherished his time with family. Ken is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Coralee Olind Zarrilli; his three children, Kenneth A. Zarrilli and his wife Dana, Steven Zarrilli and his wife Christine and Corinne McMahon and husband Terrence; six grandchildren; Michael, Leah, Nicholas, Jason, Aidan and Emma; sister, Marylyn Giacinto and husband Frank; sister in law and brother in law, Barbara and Frank Conetta; nieces and nephew, Daniela, Gina and Frank; and several cousins and many friends in both the Stamford and Sarasota areas. In addition to his parents, Ken was predeceased by an infant sister.
Ken was very proud of his children and grandchildren. He supported all their interests and endeavors and was their biggest supporter. He will be greatly missed and his memory will live on in the hearts and minds of those he loved forever.
Friends and family may call at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Myrtle Ave., Stamford, CT on Thursday, March 16th from 4PM to 8PM. A prayer service will take place at the parlor on Friday, March 17th at 11:00AM with a procession to the interment at St. John Cemetery in Darien to follow the service. Family and friends planning on attending the service may arrive at the funeral home at 10:30AM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Tidewell Hospice, 3550 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239 or tidewellfoundation.org/donate or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org/donate.
To leave online condolences please visit www.Cognetta.com.

Jerry Buzzeo

Jerry C. Buzzeo, 67, of Greenwich, CT, passed away peacefully at Stamford Hospital on March 8th, 2023 with his family by his side. He was born in Port Chester, NY on January 28th, 1956 to the late Richard P. Buzzeo and Anne Cirincion Buzzeo.
Jerry was a kind loving person who had a tough road to navigate at times and never complained. He did it all with stamina, endurance and a smile that will be missed forever.
We have many fond memories of Jerry, although with some mischief mixed in. Since he was outnumbered by his five sisters he was always working his magic to get one over on us. He won out most of the time.
You could always find Jerry ready to gear up and join Dad on an adventure to The Catskills to hunt which was a passion for both of them and gave them time for father son bonding.
Jerry was always tinkering with cars and also learned the trade of carpentry from Dad. Restoring furniture was his specialty.
Most of all he loved to watch old movies which we enjoyed our time watching with him.
Jerry is survived by his loving sisters, Debra (Ron) Maselli, Sandra (Sal Caso) Leone, Susan (Robert) Orol, Sheila Giorgi and Kristy (Michael) Dreher.
Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Funeral services and Interment will be held privately.
Donations may be made in Jerry’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or to Shriner’s Hospital for Children.
Many heartfelt thanks to the exceptional care Jerry received ongoing from The Stamford Hospital and especially, The Stamford Hospital Family Center care team.
The kindness they extended to Jerry and our family will be carried in our hearts forever.
We will all hold Jerry in our hearts every day and pray he is at peace until we meet again.
The Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to handle arrangements for the Buzzeo family.

Jerome Buzzeo

Jerry C. Buzzeo, 67, of Greenwich, CT, passed away peacefully at Stamford Hospital on March 8th, 2023 with his family by his side. He was born in Port Chester, NY on January 28th, 1956 to the late Richard P. Buzzeo and Anne Cirincion Buzzeo.
Jerry was a kind loving person who had a tough road to navigate at times and never complained. He did it all with stamina, endurance and a smile that will be missed forever.
We have many fond memories of Jerry, although with some mischief mixed in. Since he was outnumbered by his five sisters he was always working his magic to get one over on us. He won out most of the time.
You could always find Jerry ready to gear up and join Dad on an adventure to The Catskills to hunt which was a passion for both of them and gave them time for father son bonding.
Jerry was always tinkering with cars and also learned the trade of carpentry from Dad. Restoring furniture was his specialty.
Most of all he loved to watch old movies which we enjoyed our time watching with him.
Jerry is survived by his loving sisters, Debra (Ron) Maselli, Sandra (Sal Caso) Leone, Susan (Robert) Orol, Sheila Giorgi and Kristy (Michael) Dreher.
Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Funeral services and Interment will be held privately.
Donations may be made in Jerry’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or to Shriner’s Hospital for Children.
Many heartfelt thanks to the exceptional care Jerry received ongoing from The Stamford Hospital and especially, The Stamford Hospital Family Center care team.
The kindness they extended to Jerry and our family will be carried in our hearts forever.
We will all hold Jerry in our hearts every day and pray he is at peace until we meet again.
The Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to handle arrangements for the Buzzeo family.

Jean Docimo

Jean M. Docimo, 90, of Stamford passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving sons on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at Stamford Hospital. She was born in Stamford on November 12, 1932 to the late David and Irene Taylor.
Jean was a lifelong Stamford resident and graduated from Stamford High School in 1950. During high school and after graduation she enjoyed working as a secretary at Pitney Bowes. Later in life, after raising her 4 boys, she returned to the workforce at Stamford Adult and Continuing Education until her retirement.
Mom lived life to its fullest and was very active up until her 80s. On a nice warm day, you would find her at Sterling Farms or Hubbard Heights playing golf with her many girlfriends. She also enjoyed bowling and playing bocce. As an avid sports lover, Mom was always tuned into UCONN basketball, the NY Yankees, and the PGA Tour. But the most important part of her life was being a wife, mother and grandmother. She was always there when we needed her. The support and love she provided to her family will be treasured and truly missed.
Jean is survived by her loving children, Frank D. Docimo of NC, Scott Docimo and his wife Shelli of NC and Mark Docimo and his wife Donna of Stamford. Also surviving are her seven grandchildren, Frank E. Docimo, Jr., Brian A. Docimo, Christopher M. Docimo, Jeffrey J. Docimo, Taylor M. Docimo, Jennifer M.J. Docimo and Vincent G. Docimo.
Besides her parents, Jean was also predeceased by her husband, Frank “Hank” Docimo in 2012 and her son, Jeffrey Docimo in 2004.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, March 13, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Sacred Heart RC Church, 37 Schuyler Avenue, Stamford. Interment will follow at Fairfield Memorial Park, Oaklawn Avenue, Stamford, CT. There will be no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, family requests that donations be made in Jean’s memory to St. Jude Research Children’s Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105
To leave online condolences, please visit www.cognetta.com

Mary Serock

Mary Ann Serock, of Greenwich, CT, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday, March 4, 2023, at the age of 96.
Mary was born in Hazelton, PA on March 15, 1926, to the late Bartol and Susan (Sobeck) Fellin. Mary married George Serock in 1948 in Hazleton and then lived in Bayonne, NJ to raise their family. Eventually Mary settled in Stamford, CT where she lived for over twenty-five years. In the most recent years, Mary was a resident of The Nathaniel Witherell Nursing Home in Greenwich, CT.
Mary graduated Hazleton High School in 1944. While attending high school Mary also worked nights in the Duplan, where she was involved in the manufacture of parachutes used by the American and allied troops during the war. While raising her family, Mary was a full-time employee at Maidenform, in Bayonne, in the role of lab technician, in the quality control unit, testing the materials used in the manufacture of their garments. In addition to a successful career, Mary found time to make everyone’s breakfast, get home in time to be with the children for lunch, and to make dinner. All achieved despite a mile and a half commute with no car to drive. The children learned a valuable lesson in dedication, delegation, and resilience.
Mary was predeceased by her beloved husband, George, and is survived by her loving children Barbara Roehl and husband William; Nancy Ferro and husband Anthony; Mark Serock and wife Rita; Her treasured grandchildren Billy Roehl and his wife Kimberly, Erica Moynihan and her husband Matt, Natalie Serock and her husband Alex and Allison Ferro and her precious great grandchildren Will and Cassy Roehl and Aidan and Eva Moynihan.
In addition to her husband and parents Mary was preceded in death by her sisters Katherine Potance and Rita Zelloe and her brothers Bartol Fellin and Al Fellini.
Friends and family may call at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Myrtle Ave., Stamford, CT on Friday, March 10, 2023 from 8:30am to 9:30am, with a mass of Christian burial to follow the visitation at The Basilica of Saint John the Evangelist, 279 Atlantic Street, in Stamford, CT. The mass will begin at 10am. Mary’s interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to The Basilica of St. John the Evangelist in Stamford, where she was a long-time parishioner or The Nathaniel Witherell Foundation. thenathanielfoundation.org
To leave online condolence messages for the family please visit www.Cognetta.com.

Grace DePaolo

Grace DePaolo, 89, a longtime resident of Stamford passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 4, 2023. Grace was born to John and Antoinette Macari Buzzeo on September 1, 1933 in Settefrati, Italy.

Grace is survived by her loving daughter, Lisa DePaolo of Stamford, her cherished grandsons, Lucas Lomanto of Stamford and Nicholas Lomanto of Utah. She is also survived by a brother-in-law and great friend, Ron Feulner of Stamford, several nieces and nephews, along with a great-grandnephew, Cyrus.

Besides her parents, Grace was predeceased by her beloved husband, Lawrence DePaolo and her sister, Winnie Feulner.

Family and Friends may call at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Myrtle Ave., Stamford, on the morning of Thursday, March 9, 2023, from 10:00AM to 12:00PM. A prayer service will be held at 11:30AM during calling hours. Interment will be privately held.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Grace to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, by visiting Stjude.org.

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Patricia Vanech

Patricia Ann Vanech, a beloved mother and nonnie, passed away peacefully on the evening of Sunday, February 26, 2023 with her family at her side. She was born in Greenwich, CT on February 18, 1937 and was one of seven children born to the late Joseph and Mary Genise Strazza. Pat, as she was affectionately known, was 86 years old at the time of her passing.
Pat graduated from Greenwich High School in 1955. Growing up she was an athlete, performer, and a scholar. After high school Pat worked at AMF as an admin. She was also a singer, and her voice was angelic. She spent time singing for the radio, singing with bands, and creating her record. In 1964, she started a family with her husband, Sandy. She became a member of the Italian Center’s Women’s Auxiliary Club in 1969, where she was involved for years. Pat was also a longtime member of the Tamarack Country Club in Greenwich, CT, and served on many committees there. She was an avid golfer. She played weekly in the 18-hole Ladies Golf Group.Pat loved being a Nonnie to her grandchildren. She was their biggest supporter in all their endeavors. She loved her Yankees and Cowboys but loved watching and cheering on her grandkids the most. She attended all their games and was by far their biggest fan. Pat was a force to be reckoned with, but most importantly, she was an irreplaceable friend to many. Her love, loyalty, and wit will live on through her friends and family.
Pat was predeceased by her beloved husband, Alexander “Sandy” Vanech, and is survived by her daughters Debbie Vanech, Donna Coviello and husband Mike, and Dawn Bivona and husband Gary; and her grandchildren Alexandra Shippee (Bill), John Christopher, Samantha and Jacqueline Lehaney, Nicole Coviello, Danielle White (Travis), and Joseph, Jake, Jon Michael, Jefferey and Grace Bivona; and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
In addition to her husband and parents Pat was preceded in death by her son Jefferey Vanech and her siblings Rocco, Thomas and Joseph Strazza, Rose Pagano, Angie Ciccone and Kitty Iversen.
Friends and family may call at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Myrtle Ave., Stamford, CT on Wednesday, March 1st from 3PM to 7PM. A mass of Christian burial will take place on Thursday, March 2nd at 10:30AM at St. Leo R.C. Church, 24 Roxbury Rd., Stamford, CT 06902. The interment will immediately follow mass at St. John Cemetery in Darien.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations are encouraged and may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org/donate.
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