Valentina “Val” Lionetti, lovingly known as “Dolly,” 94, passed peacefully on the evening of April 6, 2024 at the Waveny Care Center in New Canaan , Connecticut. Valentina will be lovingly welcomed and reunited with her husband Lou, her mother and father, Lena and Santillo Uva, and her many friends that she cherished throughout her life.
Valentina was born on April 1, 1930, to Lena and Santillo in Stamford, Connecticut. She attended Sacred Heart Academy in Stamford, Connecticut. She always remained active in the Catholic community and loved her time as a candy striper at the local hospital. Valentina pursued her passion for helping others working as a phlebotomist. She also loved music. Valentina learned to read music and play beautiful piano, which her family cherished the chance to enjoy on holidays and special occasions.
Dolly met the love of her life, Lou Lionetti in the late 1940’s. They were married on June 16, 1951, at St. Mary’s Church in Stamford, Connecticut and were later blessed with three beautiful sons, Mark, David and Brian. As a devoted wife and mother, Val embraced life’s moments with an infectious enthusiasm that touched the lives of not just her family, but of all that knew her. She was a beacon of light, shining with warmth, laughter, and love wherever she went.
Her grandchildren held a special place in their hearts for their beloved “Gammy,” who was ever ready for adventure in her legendary convertible – be it for a spontaneous shopping spree, a dash to Friendly’s for ice cream, or simply tackle her daily word challenge for a surprise.
After many years of preparing delicious meals and hosting family gatherings and dinner parties, Val became a connoisseur of good food – and, of course, her prosecco – savoring every moment of indulgence with her family and friends by her side.

Valentina had an insatiable zest for living and she loved to travel with her beloved, Lou. Together, they took in many incredible destinations, bringing their curiosity and passion for culture, antiques, and cuisine to each one. When Lou passed away in 1992, Val honored his memory by carrying on the tradition of travel and antiquing with her girlfriends throughout her life.
The Sunshine State had a special place in Val’s heart, and she found pure bliss in living on the water, embracing the vibrant nightlife, and sampling the wonderful restaurants of the Palm Beaches.

Val was the life of the party, always glamorous, with a smile that could light up a room. Her presence was magnetic, drawing people in and creating unforgettable memories for all that will be cherished for generations to come. She will always be remembered as a loving mother, wife, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.

Valentina is survived by her brother, Richard, and sister-in- law, Carol, her three sons and their wives, Mark (Kelli), David (Monique) and Brian (Rosemary), her eleven grandchildren Lindsay (Dan), Ashley, Michael (Ashley) Stephanie (Brett), David (Niki), Alex (Melissa), Ryan (Denise), Lucio (Amanda), Jacki, Isla, Robbie and Alex, and nine great-grandchildren.

A funeral mass celebrating Valentina’s life will take place on Friday, April 12, 2024, at 10:30 am at St. Cecilia Church, 1184 Newfield Avenue, Stamford, Connecticut. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.

Lisa Marie Hoyt, aged 58, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024 at Greenwich Hospital with her husband of 32 years, Doug, by her side. Lisa was born on July 14, 1965, in Stamford, to James and Rose Marie Queening.
Lisa was a lifelong resident of Stamford where she attended Stamford High School and graduated in 1983. She married Doug Hoyt on April 26, 1992, in Stamford. Together they had two children, Joseph and Jacquelyn. Lisa was very outgoing and loved to throw parties. Her family and friends were her two biggest passions and she loved to get everyone together. Lisa always had the ability to make anyone smile.
Lisa is survived by her husband, Doug; a son, Joseph; a daughter, Jacquelyn; two grandchildren, Emma and Adam; her Mother-in-Law, Ilene; an older brother, John Queening and his wife Salve; her two nieces, Amanda and Ashley; her aunt Kathy Dolan along with her husband, Mark; her cousins, Mikey and Krista; her lifelong friend, Denise (Plank) Seccurra, who was more like a sister to her, along with her husband Frank; her godson, Franky Seccurra and his sister Jennifer (Seccurra) Arcano; and all of the close friends who she considered family along the way.
A funeral procession will leave the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 9:40 AM and proceed to St. Mary’s RC Church, 566 Elm Street, Stamford, CT for a Mass of Christian Burial to be held at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow at Queen of Peace Cemetery, Rockrimmon Road, Stamford. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Monday, April 15, 2024 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.cognetta.com.

Davide Conte, aged 92, from Darien, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, April 4, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. David was born on March 3, 1932, in Minturno, Italy, to the late Tommaso and Maria Mazzuca Conte.
David moved to America in 1960 with his wife, Eugenia, and started a family. He spent many hours working in the construction field and finished his career working for the local International Laborer’s Union 146 alongside his own masonry business. He loved gardening, playing bocce with friends, and watching soccer and boxing on TV. He was very proud of his Italian heritage.
David is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Eugenia Ciccarelli Conte, of Darien, his children Tommaso (Tom) Conte and his wife Collette of Darien, Joanna Annuzzi and her husband Gary of Fairfield, and Maria Conte of Darien. He is also survived by his four beloved grandchildren: Jon, Nicholas, Christopher & Madeleine.
Besides his parents, David is predeceased by his son David Conte, his brothers Dominic and Antonio, and his sisters Maria and Linda.
A funeral procession will leave the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Myrtle Avenue, Stamford, CT at 9:30 AM on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, and proceed to St. John’s RC Church of Darien, 1986 Post Rd, Darien, CT 06820 for a Mass of Christian Burial to be held at 10:00 AM. Entombment will follow at St. John’s Cemetery, 223 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, from 8:30 to 9:30 AM.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in David’s memory to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1999, Memphis, TN 38101, or online at www.stjude.org/donate.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.cognetta.com.

Evagelia Koulogianis passed peacefully into everlasting life at home on April 1, 2024. Eva was
born to Leonidas and Ioanna Tsotsos in Skura, Greece on January 16, 1938 and emigrated to
the United States in 1966 where she married and started a family.

Eva was a compassionate and soft-spoken woman who always saw the best in everyone. She
was deeply passionate about her family, cooking, sewing, gardening, and being involved in the
church- but above all else, Eva enjoyed spreading joy wherever she could. As a talented
seamstress, she spent her retirement sewing for the Greek community in Stamford. You could
always find her cooking and baking dishes for her friends, family, and neighbors. Her loving
kindness will live on in the countless lives she touched.

Eva is survived by her sons Peter Koulogianis (Kathy) and Leonidas (Debi), her grandchildren
Kayla, Conor and Hanna, her sister Kostadina Chagaris, and many nieces and nephews. She was
predeceased by her husband George Koulogianis and her siblings Thothoraki, Peter and Stavros.

Family and friends may call at the Church of the Archangels, 1527 Bedford Street, Stamford on Monday, April 8, 2024 from 10:00-11:00 AM directly followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM. Interment will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Evagelia’s memory to the Church of the Archangels Philoptochos Society, 1527 Bedford Street, Stamford, CT 06905 or to the Annunciation Greek Church Capital Fund, 1230 Newfield Avenue, Stamford, CT 06905

To leave online condolences, please visit www.cognetta.com

Eugene ‘Gene’ Sullivan, a lifelong resident of Stamford, passed away unexpectedly after
a short illness at Stamford Hospital late Saturday, March 30, 2024. He was 63 years old.
Born on October 19, 1960, he was the son of Patricia Slyker Sullivan and the late Eugene
Sullivan, Sr. A longtime custodian for Stamford Public Schools, assigned to Newfield
School, he was the former owner of Gene Sullivan Landscaping of Stamford. Gene was
particularly proud to be a co-owner, along with his son, Charlie, of Sullivan and Son Land
Management, a business Charlie has grown beyond imagination.
When he wasn’t working, Gene could usually be found at one of three places – Cove
Island Marina, cruising the waters of Long Island Sound on his boat, or at ‘The Garage” –
a special place that hosted countless gatherings over the years, most of which were
unscheduled and full of laughter and friendship. Many problems were discussed –
usually, though, none were solved.
An accomplished fisherman and formerly a recreational lobsterman, Gene was a reliable
resource for all things boat and water-related. He was also a member of the Stamford
Shellfish Commission. Gene’s circle of friends is a testament to him as a person; if you
needed help with anything, no one was more ready to help than Gene.
In addition to his mother and his son Charlie, Gene is survived by Charlie’s mother, Jill
Lovello; his sister, Anna Stearne and daughter, Christina; his brother-in-law, Dave Lewis
and daughters Karen and Stephanie; and his extended family – Duane and Gayle Lovello
and their sons Michael and Stephen; Tommy and Susan Iacovacci and their children
Matthew, Sam, and Raeanne; and Chrissie and Connie Lovello; and ‘Uncle Richie’ Lovello..
In addition to his father, he is predeceased by his maternal and paternal grandparents,
his sister Coleen Lewis, and his sister, Diana Sullivan.
Calling hours will take place on Thursday, April 4, from 4 to 8 PM at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral
Home, 104 Myrtle Ave., in Stamford. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 5
at 10 AM at St. John’s RC Church, 1986 Boston Post Rd., Darien. Interment immediately
following at Spring Grove Cemetery, Darien.
Gene’s untimely passing is a reminder that every day is a gift; tomorrow is promised to no one. Please ensure those closest to you know how much they mean to you.