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04/16/2026

SALISBURY - Nora “Eileen” Grey, 91, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2026, at Noble Horizons in Salisbury, CT.

Born in Ireland on August 15, 1934, in a farmhouse in Tourmakeady, County Mayo, 16-year-old Eileen Keane bravely moved to the United States in the early 1950s, according to daughter Bernadette Grey of Sharon, CT. She settled into a Brooklyn brownstone with her aunt, uncle, and 7 boisterous cousins, all of whom treated her like another one of the brood.

Nora married in her 20s, raising her family in Queens and then Suffolk County. She got her driver’s license in her mid-30s and blossomed in a later-in-life career as a teacher’s aide for intellectually disabled students at West Suffolk BOCES.

A beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt, Nora is survived by her daughters, Bernadette (Bob Schwartz) of Sharon, CT, and Barbara Grey of Carmel, NY; her granddaughter, Lili Gehorsam (Adnan Husain) of Seattle; and her grandson, Luke Gehorsam (Becca Endicott) of Chatham, NY. She was also the cherished "GiGi" to her great-grandchildren, Susannah and Raphael, the lights of her life.

Nora was predeceased by her son, Brian, as well as all of her siblings, sisters Bridget, Peggy, Kathleen, Sr. Mary Agatha, Nancy, and brothers Michael and Patrick. Nora enjoyed many trips “home” to Ireland over the years to visit her siblings, nieces, and nephews. Many of them made the journey to visit her in the States as well.

Nora spent her final four years living at the Payn Home, a not-for-profit independent retirement residence in Chatham, NY. She thrived in the warm, social, family-like atmosphere, especially enjoying the proximity to Luke, Becca, and her great-grandchildren.

A Carrom player, Nora spent countless hours at the board with her best friend, Joyce. They also enjoyed playing dominoes and bingo with the other residents. While deeply feeling the loss of Joyce this past summer, Nora continued to be surrounded by love. She looked forward to regular phone conversations with her cousin Peggy Flammer of New Jersey until two weeks before her passing.

The family wishes to extend their deepest gratitude to the staff at Payn Home—particularly Jessica, Dina, and Mandy—who treated Nora like a cherished family member. We are also profoundly grateful to the nurses, CNAs, and staff at Noble Horizons for the tender care they provided in her final days.

04/13/2026

SHARON – Michael Joseph Carabine, 81, of Sharon, Connecticut, passed away on the morning of Friday, April 3, 2026 at Bryn Mawr Hospital in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. He was the beloved husband of the late Angela Derrico Carabine and loving father to Caitlin Carabine McLean.

Michael was born on April 23, 1944, in Bronx, NY. He was the son of the late Thomas and Kathleen Carabine of New York.

Michael was an alumnus of St. Jerome’s Catholic School (Bronx, NY) and later attended St. Joseph’s School (Barrytown, NY), where he studied briefly to become a Christian brother (which he ultimately decided was not his path in life). He served in the infantry branch of the Army of the United States during the Vietnam War from February 1968 to January 1970, where he earned a National Defense Service medal, a Vietnam Service medal, a Combat Infantry badge, a Vietnam Campaign medal, a Bronze Star medal and two (2) Overseas bars, as well as the title of M14 Expert.

He married Angela Derrico Carabine on September 9, 1978 and they welcomed their only child, Caitlin, on October 11, 1985.

Michael had a storied career in hospitality, acting as general manager for several of New York City’s private clubs. He later translated his love for hospitality into the corporate world, where he worked for Hess Corporation and the Episcopal Church.

In his youth, Michael was an impressive athlete, with a love for handball, softball and swimming. In his later years, he enjoyed reading and listening to music, with his loving (and furry) companion, Henry, and most enjoyed spending time with his beloved grandson, Will.

He is survived by his daughter, Caitlin; son-in-law, Andrew; and grandson, William, all of whom he loved deeply; as well as his sister, Catherine Turpin. He was predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Catherine Carabine, and his brothers, Thomas and William Carabine.

A private service will be held at St. Bernard’s Church in Sharon, CT.

Memorial contributions may be made to: the Sharon Historical Society & Museum, the Sharon Fire Department Inc. & Sharon Ambulance, and the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

04/06/2026

SALISBURY — Joan Tuncy, 92, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026, at Noble Horizons.

Born on October 27, 1933, in Sharon, Connecticut, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Vera Bejean.

Joan made her home on Indian Mountain Road for more than 40 years, where she found great joy in the natural beauty around her. She especially loved spending time outdoors and watching the wildlife that visited her backyard.

She worked for several years with a New York telephone company as a switch board opperator and later served as a house manager for a number of local homes. During that time, she adopted a beloved dog, Nippy, who became a cherished companion.

An avid reader, Joan had a deep love of books and took great pleasure in buying and selling them throughout her life. She also enjoyed photography, antique shopping, and writing.

She is survived by her cousins, Don Hosier and his wife, Melissa; and Gregg Hosier.

All services are private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Little Guild of St. Francis, 285 Sharon-Goshen Turnpike, West Cornwall, CT 06796, or online at https://givebutter.com/littleguild-give.

03/23/2026

CORNWALL - A woman of great faith has passed. Patricia, "Pat", Benedict Blakey of Cornwall, CT, passed quietly at her home on March 12th, 2026. She was predeceased by her husband, Jerry Blakey; their daughter, Karen B. Fisher; her sister, Nancy B. Lawrence; and her parents, Lester and Jean Benedict.

She is survived by her son David Blakey of Cornwall Bridge, daughter Lori B. Welles and her husband David G. Welles of West Cornwall, granddaughter Melissa Root and great-granddaughter Devyn Root of Terryville, CT, and niece Pam B. Hart and husband Doug of Belencia, CA.

Pat was born in 1934 and spent her life in Cornwall with her family, in the community she loved. Pat graduated from HVRHS in 1952 and began working at Torrington Savings Bank as a teller and secretarial assistant. In 1955, she married her high school sweetheart, Jerry Blakey. As a young couple, Pat and Jerry became members of the First Church of Christ, Cornwall, now UCC Cornwall, and quickly became active members in the church and
community. Pat was a Sunday school teacher, superintendent, and then, for thirty years, the church secretary. As a young mom, Pat worked as an assistant and teacher at a private day care in Lakeville and then in the Special Education Dept. at Kent Center School.

From 1977 to 1997, Pat worked at Marvelwood School in Cornwall and Kent; she became the head librarian in 1987. Pat loved to be around books, kids, and young adults, and they knew she would listen with a compassionate ear or offer a shoulder to cry on. Pat felt it was important to expose Cornwall’s young adults to the world outside the town. Trips to the Cloisters in NYC became an annual outing. She helped create a youth group in the 70s and
organized many get-togethers and events. Pat was one of the creators and organizers of the UCC’s Memorial Day Carnival.

She and Jerry would always volunteer for the famous Cornwall Rummage sale and ran the men’s department into her eighties. After the tornado of '89, Pat and Jerry opened their garage, and she organized meals for the workers and volunteers during the clean-up. If there was a need in the community, Pat wanted to fill it or figure out a way to get things done.

During the late 1970s, Pat and Jerry began the medical equipment loan program in Cornwall out of their house. The program continues to this day, now housed at the UCC in Cornwall. Fielding phone calls, getting directions, and then organizing inventory as the program grew, Pat made it happen. Pat, with Jerry, also volunteered for Operation Overflow in Torrington and spent many years volunteering at the Torrington soup kitchen.

In her free time, she traveled with Jerry, was an avid reader, loved flowers, and spending time with her family.

Pat received the Citizenship Award in Cornwall for community service. The UCC Living Waters Award, honoree of the HVRHS Alumni Hall of Honors, the Public Service award from the State of Connecticut, and many more recognitions and awards. She was a Girl Scout Leader, served on the Cornwall Library Building Committee, a member of the Cornwall Housing Corporation, and a member of the Cornwall School Board.

In Pat’s words, "We're just a volunteering couple of fools!” She will be missed, but her good work will live on.

A Celebration of Life will be on April 18th at 2:00, at the UCC Bolton Hill Rd. Cornwall CT.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Cornwall Volunteer Fire Department and EMS, UCC CT, or to the Cornwall Food and Fuel fund.

03/12/2026

NEWTOWN - George Laurence “Larry” McGowan, 82, died on February 28, 2026. A man of integrity and long-standing friendships, Larry leaves behind a legacy of professional achievement and a family who loved him dearly.

Born on November 27, 1943, in Brooklyn, NY to George Laurence and Grace Harding McGowan, Larry grew up with a foundation of faith and education.

He attended St. John’s Preparatory School (Brooklyn, NY) and Garden City (NY) High School before graduating from Niagara University.

After graduation, Larry completed his ROTC training and became a first lieutenant in the United States Army.
Following additional specialized training, he was stationed in Vilseck, Germany, on the Czech border, where he led a missile unit for most of his military service. He was immensely proud of his time spent in the military and spoke of it often.

Upon returning to civilian life, Larry dedicated his professional career to Real Estate Development and Construction. His work left a tangible mark across the Northeast, and he remained committed to it, actively engaging in projects until his courageous battle with pulmonary disease led him to retire two years ago. He was known by colleagues for his expertise and his commitment to the projects that shaped the local landscape.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Larry was a husband, loyal friend, and cherished family member. He is survived by his wife, Brigid Mary Hutchinson McGowan; his sister, Kathleen McGowan Metz of Longboat Key, FL and Sharon, CT; his nephews, James Thornton Metz (Victoria) and Robert Harding Metz (Robin); and his nieces, Alicia Harding Metz, Lauren Harding Simons, Kathryn Metz Helm (Lloyd), and Margaret Thornton Metz.
Larry was a proud great-uncle to nine grand-nieces and nephews, all of whom held a special place in his heart.

Larry also shared a close and affectionate bond with Aldina Vazão Kennedy and Ana Monica Vazão. He valued lifelong friendships, particularly those formed during his years at Garden City High School and found immense joy in nurturing those connections, especially through their annual golf outings he so enjoyed organizing and attending.

A Mass of Christian Burial with military honors will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on June 6, 2026, at Immaculate Conception Church in Amenia, NY. The interment at Calvary Cemetery will be at a later date.

03/09/2026

LAKEVILLE - David Munro Vickers, 80, passed away on February 22, 2026, after a brief illness. He was the loving partner of Diane Landucci, with whom he shared more than 20 years in Lakeville, Connecticut.

David was born on October 15, 1945, in Queens, New York, the son of John Marter Vickers and Ethlyn Marie Munro Vickers. He served in the United States Navy and was a veteran of the Vietnam War.

David later moved with his family to Lakeville, Connecticut, where he went on to hold positions at LeBonnes Market, Noble Horizons, Hotchkiss and Lime Rock Park.

One of David’s great passions was baking cookies and cakes for his many friends in the community. He also had a lifelong tenderness for wildlife and quietly enjoyed caring for the many creatures around him. With birdseed and other treats left outside for squirrels, birds, chipmunks, and the occasional turkey or deer, no visitor ever left his yard hungry.

He was also an enthusiastic supporter of the UConn Huskies.

In addition to Ms. Landucci, he is survived by his son, Grant Vickers of Lakeville; his nephews, Damon Vickers of Martha’s Vineyard and Jeremiah Brimlow Vickers of New York City.

David will be remembered for his quiet kindness, his generosity toward both people and animals, and the warmth he brought to those around him.

03/09/2026

LAKEVILLE - Larry Power passed away peacefully at home on March 9, 2026.

Larry was born at St. Vincent’s Hospital in NYC in 1939.

He had a successful public relations firm for over 35 years in NYC.

After retiring, he chaired the Sharon Land Trust board for many years. He always said one of the most important things he ever did was saving the Twin Oaks Field from development.

He is survived by his husband Lea Davies of 44 years.

Donations in his memory can be sent to East Mountain House in Lakeville in honor of Keavy Bedell or the Sharon Hospital Primary Care Project in honor of Doctor Jonathan Joseph.

02/16/2026

LAKEVILLE - Carolyn G. McCarthy, 88, a long time resident of Indian Mountain Road, passed away peacefully at home on February 7, 2026.

She was born on September 8, 1937, in Hollis, NY. She was the youngest daughter of the late William James and Ruth Anderson Gedge of Indian Mountain Road.

Carolyn's first job out of high school was at the Time and Life building in Manhattan, NY. In 1956, she went on to work for Capital Airlines until they disbanded.

She began banking in White Plains, NY where she met her husband Edward James McCarthy. They started their family and relocated to Pleasant Valley, NY. She then returned to banking in Poughkeepsie, NY and later pursued real estate.

Carolyn was very creative and enjoyed home making, gardening, sewing, knitting, cooking and baking. Her Christmas cookies were always remarkable. She had a pioneer spirit and embraced the toil of yard chores. She was very independent and at 87 she still shoveled the driveway in the winter, mowed the grass, trimmed the bushes, raked the leaves and dragged the brush. She took pride in the manicure of the grounds where she resided.

Carolyn was a wonderful mother who had an enormous heart. She loved all animals, wild or tame. She will be dearly missed by her family and the people that knew her.

She is predeceased by her husband Edward McCarthy Sr. and her brother Dr. Stafford Gedge of MN.

She is survived by her son, Edward (Anne) McCarthy of Greenfield, MA and grandsons James and Theodore, son Sean McCarthy of Oak Hill, NY, sister Nancy Dougherty of SC, nieces Lynn Warner, Debra Phillips, Susan Nelson, Christine Richards and nephews William, James and Robert Gedge.

A private service will be held at a later date.

02/16/2026

SHARON - Tilden W. Southack Jr. a longtime resident of Sharon, CT passed February 13th, 2026 peacefully, hand in hand with the person he cared about most, Karlee McGhee and a couple of his employees/friends.

He was born May 25th, 1950, the son of Jean (Bunny) Southack and Tilden Southack, and brother to Barbara (Bobby) Southack and Sally Southack.

Tilden graduated high school from Wooster School of Danbury and earned a college degree in business and economics from Colorado State University. Tilden told stories of being the manager of a varsity football team and hockey team during his time at Wooster.

After his immediate family had passed or moved on, Tilden continued to run his family farm, Whitetail Farm in Sharon. He poured his blood, sweat and tears into every last inch of soil there and cared for his Angus cattle and Percheron horses and a handful of cats with the help of Karlee McGhee, Wayne McGhee, Scott Garay, Charles Parmalee, and Prestyn Handlowich as well as some high school boys as Tilden called them.

Tilden also enjoyed anything that could go fast, whether that was a motorcycle or a corvette that he had fixed up to make 10x more horsepower than it did before. Just as much he loved to tell stories about it to the people he held close. He was like a muscle car, he might yell and scream at you, but he would've given you all he had. He wasn’t an easy person to read/understand, and he kept to himself about most things but if he allowed you to grow close to him and he said “Thank you” you were a lucky person.

He is survived by his chosen family Karlee McGhee and Wayne McGhee and three nephews Eric Muller, Bogart Muller, and James DiGanzi.

There will be calling hours on Saturday, February 21, from 10:00am until 12:00pm. Burial will be held in the spring at Sharon East Side Cemetery.

02/09/2026

SHARON- Lucille C. Nelson, 93, of Sharon Valley passed away February 1, 2026 at Sharon Hospital after a short illness. Her loving family was at her side. She was the wife of the late Edwin O. Nelson.

Lucille was born November 28, 1932, in Vergennes, Vermont, the daughter of the late Eldred Cunningham Sr. and Lilah LaRose Cunningham.

She graduated from Vergennes High School in 1950.

In 1953, Lucille married Eddie Nelson while he was home on medical leave from the United States Army where he was actively serving during the Korean Conflict. The young couple moved to Connecticut in 1960.

In 1970 they bought their home in Sharon where Lucille would reside for the next 55 years.

Lucille began her career at The Hotchkiss School in 1966. Over the years, she held many positions within the school, including work in the mailroom and serving as secretary to the Head Master. From 1987 until her retirement in 2006, she served as the Gifts Manager in the Alumni and Development Office, where she was responsible for processing gifts to the school. In recognition of her dedication and service, Lucille received the Independent School Support Staff Distinguished Service Award in 1992 from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) of Washington, D.C. She was deeply devoted to The Hotchkiss School and treasured her school “family.”

Outside of work, Lucille was an avid gardener with a true green thumb. She enjoyed crocheting and knitting, staying active through walking and exercise, and especially looked forward to her Monday night dinners with friends. Most of all, Lucille treasured time spent with her family, which brought her the greatest joy.

Lucille is survived by her children, Eric (Cindy) Nelson, Diane N.(Peter) Selino and Scott (Bianca) Nelson of Sharon and by her brother David Cunningham of Vergennes, VT. She has 11 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her children, Lynn, Michael and Jon Nelson; and her grandson Mark Selino; and her siblings, Eldred Cunningham Jr., Leonard Cunningham (her twin brother), Rosalene Casey, Beverly Peck, and Richard Cunningham.

A graveside service and burial will be held at Ellsworth Cemetery in Sharon on May 9th at 11:00AM, with a reception to follow. All are welcome to attend.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Sharon Volunteer Ambulance, P.O. Box 357, Sharon, CT 06069.

02/04/2026

FALLS VILLAGE - Michael English passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026.

Michael was born in Queens, NY on October 19, 1961 to Anita and Thomas English. Michael was in a hurry and he arrived a bit early with his red hair, big bright blue eyes, and a bit of a temper. He was the 6th of 9 children.

Michael spent his life trying to see where he fit in and was very happy living in Falls Village, CT.

He had a big heart, an infectious laugh, and was happiest when cooking for others. He enjoyed working at Snack Shack and The Boathouse. He loved Thanksgiving and feeding all those who came together for community dinners at Pilgrim House.

He had two passions: the NY Yankees and playing golf. If he was watching Yankees baseball, he would block out everything and everyone and cheer them on. As far as golf goes, he probably wasn't as good as he told everyone he was. He had the gift of gab.

You would think he kissed the Blarney Stone. Michael liked to tell stories with and without his (fake) Irish Brogue.

Michael was predeceased by his parents Anita & Thomas, and his brothers Brian & Stephen.

He is survived by his siblings Kenneth, Maureen, Patricia Siantos (Apostolos), Donna Fanning (Mike), Christopher (Claudia), and Philip as well as 16 nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held in the Spring and Michael's final resting place will be at St. Charles Cemetery in Farmingdale, NY.

02/04/2026

SHARON- Zane Moss, age 90, of Sharon, CT passed away peacefully as his home on January 27, 2026. He was the loving husband of Vicki Moss.

Zane was born November 5, 1935 in Brooklyn, NY, the son of the late Albert Moss and Tillie Moss (Sinderman.)

He graduated from James Madison High School and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

Upon returning home from his miliary service , Zane married Rochelle Leventhal and owned and operated a bakery in Brooklyn, NY. He later owned Broadway TV Center, an appliance and repair shop.

Zane married Vicki in 1986 and began the next chapter of his life opening and operating Zane Moss Antiques, where they travelled the country selling Old English antiques. It was a wildly successful venture which allowed Zane to tap into his creative talents.

Zane is survived by 3 children, Amy, Bari and Adam, 6 grandchildren, Eliza, Zoe, Sophie, Stella, Isaac and Rex, 2 great grandchildren Adeline and Annabelle, three step children, Jill, Stephanie and Michael and two step grandchildren Timothy and Alexandra.

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