John Pandone

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John Joseph Pandone, 66 a longtime resident of Stamford passed away peacefully at the Stamford Hospital on June 1, 2022. John was born in Brooklyn, New York on December 30, 1955, son of the late Anne N. Guarino.
Debra Ann Pandone, 58, a lifelong resident of Stamford passed away peacefully at the Stamford Hospital on June 3, 2022. Debra was born on July 21, 1963, daughter of the late Joseph Patrick Tomczyk and Lucille Grace Loglisci.
John graduated from Stamford High School in 1974. He was employed with the City of Stamford for over 30 years.
Debbie graduated from Rippowam High School in 1981 and Katharine Gibbs College. She worked at D.W. Van Dyke & Company for over 30 years.
John and Debbie were known for enjoying the simple things in life, such as their family and friends as well as baseball. They loved watching their son Anthony as he developed his game from Little League through High School. Their favorite team was the Yankees. John always enjoyed talking about baseball (whether it was an update on Anthony or how the Yankees were doing) while visiting his second home at Belltown Superette. It was his love of baseball that started his involvement with the Stamford Youth Umpires. John and Debbie also obtained great joy from watching their daughter Tori perform. Whether it was going from one dance competition to another or heading to cheerleading, watching her just made them smile from ear to ear.
While their passing is incredibly difficult to bear, John and Debbie are no longer suffering from any illness and we can only trust that they will rest together in eternal peace & may God bless them.
Mr.& Mrs. Pandone are survived by their loving children Anthony and Tori Pandone both of Stamford. Debra is survived by her siblings, Joseph Tomczyk Jr., of Stamford, Mary-Jo Amato of Darien, and Mark Tomczyk of Stamford along with nieces and nephews and their canine companion “Cash”. John is also survived by his cousin, who was more like a sister to him, Rose Marie Gallace.
Family and Friends may call for both John and Debra at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Myrtle Ave., Stamford, CT on Thursday, June 9, 2022, from 10:00AM to 1:00PM, a prayer service will be held at 1PM with Deacon Ernie Jeffers officiating. Interment will follow at St. John’s RC Cemetery, Darien, CT.
To leave an online condolence please visit www.Cognetta.com

Laura Richardson

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On Thursday, June 2, 2022, Laura Jean Richardson, RN, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away at the age of 85.
Laura was born on October 29, 1936 in St. Albans, New York to Milton and Anna (née Bachmeyer) Olivet. She received Nursing degrees from Queensborough Community and St. Joseph’s Colleges. Laura was a born caregiver who practiced nursing for 25+ years in New York and Connecticut. On November 10, 1962, she married Antonio Carmine Caracciolo, Sr. (known to all as “Sonny”) and together they raised four children, Tony, Charles, Michael, and Cathy. After years of darkness following Sonny’s death, she found a new light with Jack Richardson and they were married on March 28, 2016.
Laura had a passionate, can-do spirit and was always deeply involved in various communities and organizations. She coached girls softball and won a title in her first season; she played the accordion (to the chagrin of ALL her children); she marched as a chaperone in many rain-soaked parades alongside the North Eastern States Championship-winning Drum & Bugle Corps from St. Ann’s School; she learned how to ice skate in her 30s, having never donned a pair of skates before; she was behind the wheel of our wood-wagon on countless family road trips across the byways of 1970s America, pointing out scenic vistas to her uninterested children; she founded the award-winning FISH Community Volunteer Program at St. Ann’s Church, a phone-and-driver-relay organization which helped parishioners who needed rides to medical appointments; she completed countless school projects for her lazy children the night before they were due and didn’t even bother to disguise her handwriting to fool the teachers; she braved many an embittered winter Sunday in Section 332, Row 23, Seats 21-25 at Rutherford, New Jersey’s Giants Stadium, rooting on Big Blue teams that were either terrible or amazing, and nowhere in between; she returned to college to study Nursing in her 50s (her 50s?!) and, after bragging incessantly to the author of this obituary that her 4.0 GPA dwarfed his feeble GPA, began her career as a Nurse at Flushing Hospital; she would scream on rollercoasters as if her central nervous system was coming completely unraveled; she taught Bible Study at her church well into her 80s; she had a soft spot for neglected children and often took on the role of surrogate mom to the close friends of her children; she counseled her children to not feel sorry for themselves, but instead, to “keep putting one foot in front of the other” and soldier on through whatever obstacles life placed in their way.
Laura is survived by her loving husband, Jack, who was an absolute tower of strength and devotion during their time together; her children, Tony, Charles, Michael, and Cathy; her grandchildren, Chelsea, Claudia, Antonio, Sonny, Thomas, Sophia and Isabella; many nieces and nephews; and the legions of people whose lives were lucky enough to be touched by her and to feel the indelible impact she could have on a person.
Family and friends may call at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Myrtle Avenue, Stamford on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 from 4:00-8:00 PM. A funeral service will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at 9:30 AM at Turn of River Church, Turn of River Road, Stamford. Interment will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Laura’s memory to a charity of own’s choice.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.cognetta.com

Rose Giuliani

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Rose M. Giuliani, a lifelong resident of Stamford, CT, passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2022, with her beloved family at her side. Rose was born in Stamford on February 17, 1935 and was one of four children born to the late Ralph and Florence (Lupinacci) Maiolo. Rose was 87 years old at the time of her passing.

Rose is survived by her beloved husband of 65 years Salvatore “Sam” Giuliani; her loving children, son Salvatore Giuliani, Jr. (Debra); daughter Roseanne Giuliani (Hank); former daughter-in-law Kathy Giuliani; grandchildren John Morrison Jr. (Marianne); Joseph Morrison (Victoria); Vincent Russell; Anthony Russell (Natalia); Rena Giuliani (Jason); Matthew Giuliani; Mark Mastandrea; Corrine Saliba, great grandchildren Hannah, Claire, Magdalena, Mason, Liam and siblings Frank Maiolo (Eleanor); Michelina Kobani; Ralph Maiolo (Audrey); and many nieces and nephews.
Rose was a kind, compassionate and generous person whose door was always open. She will be best remembered in the kitchen cooking, and for her selfless spirit that helped all in need. A devoted wife and grandmother, she loved her family and friends and had regular pop-ins at home, feeding everyone who came in whatever time of day. She loved knitting and crocheting and made thousands of hats and scarves to give to charity. A long-time parishioner and volunteer at Sacred Heart Church, she belonged to the Rosary Society and was inspired to help others with her faith by praying the rosary. She was also a past member of the Columbiettes Council #41 St. Augustine K of C., and was a long-time volunteer at Sacred Heart School where her children attended.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Rose’s memory to the charity of your choice.

Family and friends may offer their sympathy and condolences at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home, 104 Myrtle Avenue, in Stamford, CT on Monday, June 6nd from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. A mass of Christian burial will take place on Tuesday, June 7rd at 10:30am at Sacred Heart Church, 37 Schuyler Avenue, Stamford, CT. Private interment will immediately follow mass at St. John Cemetery in Darien.

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

Thomas Winn

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Thomas Winn, Sr.

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Mary Alipranti

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Mary L. Alipranti, a lifelong resident of Stamford passed away peacefully at Greenwich Woods Healthcare Center on May 31, 2022. She was born in Stamford on December 8, 1930 to the late Michael and Concetta Spremulli DeLucia.
Mary was employed at Stamford Hospital as a Medical Records Assistant for many years before her retirement.
She is survived by her nieces, Marietta Kolinchak and Nancy Cassell of SC, Sally Sheck of Stamford, Anne Cassell of TX and Diane Simpson of FL.
Besides her parents, Mary was also predeceased by her husband, Dominick Alipranti, sisters, Anne Cassell and Lucy DeBlasi and her nephews, Richard Cassell and Arthur DeBlasi.
She will be missed by all, especially her dearest friends. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date by the family.
The Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to assist the family with the arrangements.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.cognetta.com

Karen Barone

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Karen Jean Barone, a life-long resident of Greenwich, CT died on May 29th, 2022 at the age of
65. Karen passed away peacefully at Greenwich Hospital after a long illness.

Karen was born on January 29th, 1957 in Greenwich, CT to the late Albert Barone, Sr. and Anna
(Polestra) Barone. She graduated from Greenwich High School in 1975 and from St. Vincent’s
School of Nursing in Bridgeport in 1978. Karen worked as a Registered Nurse in Maternity at
Greenwich Hospital for approximately 35 years. She helped care for babies in the nursery and
prepared many first-time parents to take on the role of raising children by teaching Lamaze
childbirth classes through the Tender Beginnings Program. In her spare time Karen also
crocheted blankets and hats for babies being cared for at the NICU of Greenwich Hospital.
A devoted New York Yankees fan, Karen also enjoyed baking, photography, reading, travelling,
the theater, shopping, caring for others and simply hanging out in downtown Old Greenwich, at
the beaches or near bodies of water. Karen was a longtime member of St. Catherine of Siena
Church in Riverside, and fueled by her passion for volunteering, taught religious education
classes to youth at the Parish for many years.

Karen is survived by her sister Linda Barone of Stamford, CT and her brother Albert Barone, Jr.,
her sister-in-law Diane Barone, her niece Alyssa Barone and her nephew, Alexander Barone, all
of Ellicott City, MD, as well as many first, second and third-generational cousins.
Karen’s family would like to extend heart-felt thanks and extreme gratitude to the professional
staff at Greenwich Hospital for providing care to Karen throughout the years.

The family wishes to especially acknowledge Dr. Alexander Delvecchio, MD, a cardiologist who went well above and beyond the call of duty in providing longtime care and friendship to Karen. Special thanks
also go out to retired oncologist Dr. Dickerman Hollister, MD, who provided invaluable care and
support to Karen through trying times.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, June 3rd, 2022 at 10 AM at St. Catherine of Siena
Church at 4 Riverside Avenue in Greenwich. The family requests that masks be worn at the
funeral service. Masks will be available. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, Karen’s family requests that donations in her memory be made to the
Greenwich Hospital Foundation, the Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich, St. Jude’s Children’s
Research Hospital or the American Heart Association.

Mira Colucci

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Mira Joan Colucci passed away peacefully at her home on May 23, 2022. She was 90 years old.

Mira was born on August 25, 1931 to Antoinette and Philip Rex in The Bronx, New York. She graduated from Cardinal Hayes High School and upon graduation worked at New York University in the School of Education. She met her husband Dominick, the love of her life, on a blind date. After marrying they lived in Stamford where they would raise their family.

Mira initially worked as a secretary at a variety of companies, juggling work and family life. In 1973 she began working for the City of Stamford and eventually becoming an Executive Secretary to the Finance Commissioner. For over twenty-five years she enjoyed her work and colleagues, eventually retiring in 1999.

She is survived by her daughter Mildred Lorenti and her husband Marc, and her son Robert and his wife Kathryn. She is also survived by her grandchildren who were her pride and joy, Marc Lorenti Jr., Nicole Lorenti, Stephanie Colucci and Daniel Colucci. In addition, she is survived by a brother Vincent, his wife Ida and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was pre-deceased by her loving husband Dominick, and her sisters Betty, Rose, Vicky, and Annie.

Mira was a devoted wife and mother. Her family and her faith were her life. Raising her family, she instilled the values that were important to her: hard work, education, honesty, and kindness.

She took great pride and joy in cooking and making her many specialties including lasagna, eggplant, and cheesecake.

She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Church for over 60 years. She inspired and helped countess others with her steadfast faith by praying the rosary daily.

The entire family wishes to thank the many healthcare providers and caregivers over the years that allowed her to remain in her home.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Mira’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz.org).

Family and friends may offer their sympathy and condolences at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home, 104 Myrtle Avenue, in Stamford, CT on Thursday, May 26th from 8:00 am to 9:30 am. A mass of Christian burial will take place on Thursday, May 26th at 10:00am at Sacred Heart Church, 37 Schuyler Avenue, Stamford, CT. The entombment will immediately follow mass at Queen of Peace Cemetery in Stamford.

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

Maria Rieder

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Maria Francesca Rieder, daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother, passed away from complications due to pneumonia on Friday, May 20th, 2022. She was born and raised in Stamford, CT to Francesco and the late Maria Teresa (DeNardo) D’Agostino before moving to Shelton to raise her family.

Fran’s greatest love were her four
children, and her granddaughter. Fran’s favorite pastime was sitting at the beach or pool soaking up the sun.

She is survived by her father Francesco D’Agostino of Trumbull; her siblings Pat D’Agostino (Terry) of Stamford, Angela Severo of Trumbull, and Vincenza Long (Bob) of Trumbull; her children James (Tyler) of Norwalk, Jessica (Andrew) of North Branford, Maria-Teresa of Shelton, and Danielle of Stamford; her granddaughter Annie; and the father of her children, William; and many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Fran was predeceased by her mother Maria Teresa D’Agostino, who passed on May 18, 2022.

Family and friends may offer their sympathy and condolences at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home, 104 Myrtle Avenue, Stamford, CT on Wednesday, May 25th from 2pm to 6pm. Prayer service to be held at 5pm.

Maria D’Agostino

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Maria Teresa D’Agostino, a dear wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many, passed away peacefully at her home on the morning of Wednesday, May 18, 2022 with her loving family at her side. She was a longtime resident of Stamford, before moving to Trumbull to be closer to her children and grandchildren. She was born in Arena, Italy on December 19, 1937 to the late Vincenzo and Maria Angela (Ida) DeNardo. Teresa was 84 years old at the time of her passing.

Teresa, as she was lovingly known to her friends and family, was ten years old when she and her brother arrived in the United States. At eighteen, she went to Calabria, Italy where she met and married her beloved husband Frank in 1956. They returned to Stamford, CT to raise their four children. She was a devout Catholic that attended mass regularly. Following in her mother’s footsteps, she took pride in organizing the yearly ceremonial mass for the feast of St. Michael. This tradition was started over 50 years ago at Sacred Heart church in Stamford and continues to this day.

Teresa’s greatest joy was spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She was an avid cook and loved having her family gathered around a table serving a large meal. She also enjoyed crocheting blankets and scarves for everyone.

Teresa was known for her witty personality and silly sense of humor. She took great pride in her colorful storytelling that made everyone around her laugh when she got every detail incorrect. Her grandchildren will always remember her twisted versions of fairy tales and nursery rhymes that they can never repeat to their own children.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 65 years, Francesco D’Agostino; her children, Pat D’Agostino and wife Terry, Maria Francesca Rieder, Angela Maria Severo and Vincenza Long and husband Robert; nine grandchildren, Jenna Marie Nowakowski (Michael), Charles James Severo (Lindsey), James Francis Rieder, Jessica Lynn Rieder (Andrew), Matthew Frank Severo (Amanda), Katelynn Anne Long (Tyler), Maria Teresa Rieder, Danielle Michael Rieder and Robert Vincent Long; five great grandchildren, Devon Matthew Nowakowski, Roman James Severo, Sydney Rose Nowakowski, Leo Charles Severo, Annie Leona Gargiulo and soon to arrive baby girl Severo; and Teresa’s brother Frank DeNardo and his wife Donna. In addition to her parents Teresa was preceded in death by her brother Gerome (Jimmy) DeNardo.

Family and friends may offer their sympathy and condolences at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home, 104 Myrtle Avenue, in Stamford, CT on Sunday, May 22nd from 2pm to 6pm. A mass of Christian burial will take place on Monday, May 23rd at 10:30am at Sacred Heart R.C. Church, 37 Schuyler Avenue, Stamford, CT. The entombment will immediately follow mass at St. John R.C. cemetery in Darien.

For the safety and consideration of all those who plan on attending the wake and service please be sure to bring a face covering.

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