Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory

Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory We specialize in many types of funeral services and offer flexible and competitive pricing. The Nicholas F. Cognetta, Sr. and Naida E.

In addition to wakes, memorial and traditional services, we are the only funeral home in Fairfield County with an onsite crematory. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory of Stamford, CT, has seen many changes since May 15, 1953, when Nicholas F. Cognetta opened their doors for the first time. Today, amidst all of the large funeral home conglomerates, we remain a family-owned and operated funeral home

and crematory. When you call or visit our funeral home, you will find a member of the Cognetta family. Our funeral directors will help you create a ceremony that is meaningful and fully affordable for you and your family. Whether burial and/or cremation, our staff can take care of all the arrangements, relieving you of all unnecessary burdens. We'll always be here for you.

Robert B. VioletteRobert B. Violette, 87, of Stamford, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026. Robert was born in Manh...
04/16/2026

Robert B. Violette

Robert B. Violette, 87, of Stamford, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026. Robert was born in Manhattan, NY, on December 18, 1938, to the late Levite and Ludivine Morasse Violette.

Robert (Bob) had a diverse career in Manhattan, working for an architectural firm for 13 years after leaving architectural school. It was while he worked there that he met his beloved wife, Dolores. After leaving this employment, he was offered another architectural job working in Stamford, CT, where he and his family moved and where he spent the remainder of his life. After leaving this job, he worked for the Stamford Housing Authority as the Director of Buildings and Grounds for over 30 years. He would eventually retire from this employment. Bob will be remembered for many things: his unconditional love for animals, his altruism in volunteering for numerous local organizations, and his love for his family, especially his grandchildren. His loyalty and fierce commitment to those he called friends or family will be terribly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Robert is survived by his daughter, Michele Corrow, of Stamford, his grandsons, Hunter and Tyler Corrow, his granddaughter, Storm Corrow, and his nieces, Rita Curtis and Carolyn Gagnon. He is additionally survived by his sisters-in-law, Eleanore Gagnon, and Margaret Claps, and his goddaughter, Rosemary Callejas.

Besides his parents, Robert is predeceased by his loving wife Dolores Claps Violette, his son, Michael Violette, and his sister, Jeanette Retcho.

Family and friends may call at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Myrtle Avenue, Stamford, CT on Friday, April 24, 2026 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at St. Cecilia RC Church, 1184 Newfield Avenue, Stamford, CT at 10:30 AM. Internment will follow at Fairfield Memorial Park, Oaklawn Avenue, Stamford.

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Anila Dinesh ShahAnila Shah, age 85, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, near her home in Weston, Connecticut, afte...
04/14/2026

Anila Dinesh Shah

Anila Shah, age 85, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, near her home in Weston, Connecticut, after courageously battling interstitia lpulmonary fibrosis (IPF) for nearly four years.Anila was born on February 5, 1941, in Ahmedabad, India, to her lovingparents, Kantaben and Amratlal. She grew up in a large and close-knitfamily alongside her seven siblings and carried those deep family bondsthroughout her life.She pursued her education with dedication, earning a Bachelor of Arts,Bachelor of Commerce, and an LL.B. degree, later obtaining certificationin U.S. tax preparation. Anila built an extraordinary professional legacy as a master taxpreparer with H&R Block, where she served clients across all 50 states for over 30 years.Her sharp intellect, precision, and integrity earned her the trust and admiration ofcountless clients and colleagues.Anila was married to her beloved husband, Dinesh Shah, for 53 years, and they lived inFairfield, CT for over 40 years. Together, they built a life rooted in love, faith, family, andcommunity. She was a devoted homemaker, a cherished mother, and a proud grandmother.She was deeply involved in her community and was among the founding members of theJain Center of Connecticut, where she played a vital role during its early years in the 1970sthrough the 1990s. In later years, she selflessly devoted herself to caring for her husbandwith unwavering strength, compassion, and grace.Anila is survived by her loving son, Saurin; her cherished granddaughters, Priya and Sarina;their mother, Sara, her youngest sibling, Nina Zaveri, cousin-brother, Siddartha Dalal, dearbrothers and sisters-in law, devoted cousins, affectionate nieces and nephews, extendedfamily, close friends, and well-wishers.She was known for her remarkable memory and sharp mind, which remained strong untilthe very end. She effortlessly recalled birthdays, anniversaries, family connections, phonenumbers, and prayers, serving as a living repository of family history and tradition.Anila found joy in her faith, cooking, entertaining, playing cards and other games, andtraveling with her husband, family, and friends. Her home was always open, her presencewarm and welcoming. Her radiant positivity, kindness, and quiet strength left a lastingimpression on everyone who knew her.Even in the face of illness, Anila demonstrated extraordinary courage and resilience. Thegrace with which she cared for her husband and faced her own illness was a testament toher character and inner strength.She will be remembered as a pillar of her family and community—a woman of intelligence,devotion, generosity, and enduring love.

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Cynthia Ann Rose KnappCynthia Ann Rose Knapp, 73, a lifelong Stamford resident, passed away at her home on February 28, ...
04/13/2026

Cynthia Ann Rose Knapp

Cynthia Ann Rose Knapp, 73, a lifelong Stamford resident, passed away at her home on February 28, 2026. Cynthia was born on November 11, 1952, in Stamford to the late John Joseph and Kathleen Marie Parker Rose.

Cynthia was a graduate of University of Connecticut with a Bachelor of Elementary Education and then continued on to get her Master's of Business Administration from UCONN as well. She was a devout member of St. Bridget's of Ireland church where she attended services every Sunday. She was a hard working member of the CGI team as a passport associate for over 7 years. Before her time at CGI, she worked in the radiology department at Stamford Hospital. Cynthia was known for her great sense of humor, which often sent people into fits of laughter. When not working or at church, she could be found spending time with her family, especially her grandson Benjamin or listening to her idol Paul McCartney and the Beatles. She was a member of MENSA and loved doing the weekly crossword puzzles in the Women's World magazine.

Cynthia is survived by her loving husband of 39 year, Donald Knapp, her son Sean, her daughter Anastasia, her grandson Benjamin Cooper, her sister Barbara Fuller, her two nieces Jessica (Jamey) Fuller and Tammy (Emery) Agria, and 4 great-nephews and 2 great-nieces as well as many other friends and family who will miss her dearly.

A graveside service will take place at Fairfield Memorial Park Cemetery, 230 Oaklawn Avenue, Stamford, CT on Friday, April 17th, 2026 at 11:30am. There will be no calling hours.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or online at stjude.org/donate.

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Eva I. Peterson
04/09/2026

Eva I. Peterson

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Louisa Del Vecchio SierpinaLouisa Del Vecchio Sierpina, known as Louise, passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday, April ...
04/07/2026

Louisa Del Vecchio Sierpina

Louisa Del Vecchio Sierpina, known as Louise, passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday, April 5th. She was 98 and greatly loved. Louise was born in Stamford to Raffaele (Ralph) and Madeline (Compolattaro) Del Vecchio and grew up on the West Side in an “all-Italian” neighborhood. She cherished her multi-generational family, which included older brothers Salvatore, Frank (Snooky) and Louis and her grandparents. Louise enjoyed sharing memories from her youth that sounded like they came out of the movies of the 1930s and 1940s – the only heat in her family’s apartment was from the oil-burning stove in the kitchen that also helped warm the clothes that had been scrubbed clean on a washboard; wine-making with relatives; a daily dinner menu that repeated each week (Monday - soup, Tuesday – macaroni, etc!) and huge Sunday dinners with family from NY who came twice a month for pasta, eggplants, artichokes, sausage and peppers and espresso and pastries. Her job was to set the table and wash dishes. She loved to play baseball and roller skate with neighborhood friends. Louise was a good tap dancer and roller skater and loved to dance. She was a proud graduate of Hart, Stevens, Cloonan and Stamford High School Class of 1945, where she met the love of her life, Theodore (Ted) Sierpina Sr. They were married at Sacred Heart Church. Louise worked several jobs while raising her three children, including at Machlett Laboratories, Grade A Market and St. John’s Pharmacy. She was a dedicated fan of the UConn women’s basketball team and the NY Yankees and rarely missed watching their games on television.

Louise was always a caregiver for family and friends. She also was a devoted volunteer with the Parents & Friends of the Lower Fairfield Regional Center in Norwalk and at St. Camillus long-term care facility, where she enjoyed bringing the female residents to their hair appointments and attending church with them. She was devoted to her Catholic faith.

Nothing brought Louise more joy than attending her sons’ baseball and touch football games and subsequently the games, dance recitals, events and school performances of her five granddaughters and nine great-grandchildren.

Louise will be remembered for her love and hugs, her delicious cooking (especially pasta, eggplants, beef soup, pumpkin and ricotta pies and pizzelli and other cookies!), the M&M dispenser on the kitchen table, her perseverance during hard times, her independence, and especially her kindness. She was a role model for all.

Louise was predeceased by her beloved family of origin and devoted husband, Ted. She is survived by her cherished sons Michael (Melanie) and Ted Jr. (Diane) and her daughter, LuAnn; grandchildren Kristyn (Kris) O’Brien, Kate (Billy) Barford, Shannon Sierpina, Nicole (Tom) Landry and Amy (Thomas) Deverson and great-grandchildren Mikey, Maggie and Molly O’Brien; William and Grayson Barford; Brady, Hunter and Colton Landry and Zoe Deverson. She is also survived by her cousins Madeline and Joe Longo, who were like a sister and brother to her, and many devoted nieces, nephews and their children.

Calling hours will take place on Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 4 PM to 7 PM, at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home, 104 Myrtle Ave., Stamford, CT 06902. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 10th at 10:30 AM at Sacred Heart Church, 37 Schuyler Avenue, in Stamford. Burial will follow at Fairfield Memorial Park on Oaklawn Avenue in Stamford.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a gift in Louise’s memory to Parents & Friends of Lower Fairfield Regional Center, 146 Silvermine Ave., Norwalk, CT 06850. Attn: Cindy Stramandinoli.

The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Heather Sung, the palliative care staff at Stamford Hospital and the care givers at Fairfield County Hospice House in Stamford for their extraordinary care of Louise and her family.

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Maria GlanderMaria Glander, 82, passed away March 23, 2026. A former Stamford resident, Maria was born in New York City,...
04/07/2026

Maria Glander

Maria Glander, 82, passed away March 23, 2026. A former Stamford resident, Maria was born in New York City, NY on June 25, 1943, to the late James Glander and Louise Farina. She stayed in New York for some time until meeting the father of her children, John Roland. Maria and John had three kids, two sons and a daughter, between 1961 and 1968. During that period, the couple lived in California, Illinois, and Connecticut until they finally settled in Stamford in 1973. In 1995, Maria moved to Bridgeport, CT to help care for her 3 grandchildren: Amber, Maria and Billy. Always willing and able to help her family in a time of need, Maria moved to Pennsylvania in 2003 where she resided with her son, George Roland, and her grandchildren. In 2006, her daughter in law, Rosemarie, passed away, and she also began raising her 2 young grandsons. In 2014 they relocated to Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania where she resided until she passed away.

Maria was a person who was loved by many, and someone who would do anything to care for her family. She enjoyed many things in life, such as movies, games, casinos, and cooking. But what Maria enjoyed most was spending time with friends, family, and loved ones. She was a very special person who will be missed dearly and whose memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved her.

Visitation will take place from 10 AM to 12 PM on Friday, April 10, 2026, at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Myrtle Ave., Stamford, CT 06902. The interment of the cremated remains will follow visitation at St. John Cemetery in Darien.

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Dora TricoliDora Tricoli passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, at the age of 95. Dora was born in Ponz...
04/07/2026

Dora Tricoli

Dora Tricoli passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, at the age of 95. Dora was born in Ponza, Italy, on December 8, 1930, the daughter of the late Silverio Capone and Civita (Mazzella) Capone.

Dora came to the United States from Italy in 1958 to join her husband, Giovanni. They settled in the Bronx, where they built a loving home and raised their family. She was a devoted wife and mother who always put her family first.

Together with her beloved husband, Giovanni, Dora was deeply devoted to Our Lord, the Blessed Virgin, San Silverio and Our Lady of Pity Church. They generously volunteered countless hours, especially for the annual San Silverio feasts, where they gave their time, love, and dedication to their parish community year after year.

In 1975, Dora returned to work at Alexander’s Department Store on Third Avenue in the Bronx, where she remained a dedicated employee until the store’s closing. Often finding her picture up for “employee of the month”. She later worked as a companion at Providence Rest Nursing Home, where she cared for residents with great compassion and kindness.

Dora is survived by her loving daughter, Marie Socci, and her husband, Ralph, of Stamford, as well as her cherished grandchildren, Michael Socci and Paola (Lucian) Tamburro.

In addition to her parents, Dora was predeceased by her beloved husband, Giovanni Tricoli; her beloved son, Vincent Tricoli; and her loving siblings, Antonio Capone, Marietta Guarino, Silvia Columbano, Salvatore Capone, Vincenzo Capone, Francesco Capone, Josephine Scotto, and Aniello Capone.

A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 10:30 AM at St. Leo’s R.C. Church, 24 Roxbury Rd., in Stamford, Connecticut. A funeral procession will follow to Ferncliff Cemetery, where entombment will take place.

Dora will be deeply missed and forever loved. Her strength, kindness, and devotion to family will live on in all of us.

The family request that donations be made in Dora’s memory to San Silverio Shrine of Dover, 124 Oakley Ave, White Plains, NY 10601 or donate online at www.sansilverioshrine.org.

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Gregg GalloGregg Gallo, 61, a lifelong resident of Stamford passed away on March 31, 2026 at Stamford Hospital surrounde...
04/02/2026

Gregg Gallo

Gregg Gallo, 61, a lifelong resident of Stamford passed away on March 31, 2026 at Stamford Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Stamford on February 14, 1965 to Carl and Roberta (Rossi) Gallo.

Gregg was a lifelong Miami Dolphins and New York Yankees fan. He enjoyed being out on the water fishing and boating. He adored spending time with his family and friends.

Gregg is survived by his wife, Katherine Carpenter, sons, Ryan Gallo and his wife Amy and Justin Gallo, step daughters, Rebecca Santiago and her husband John and Dana Samson. Also surviving is his mother, Roberta Falero and her husband Danny, a sister, Denise Gallo, his aunt, Jean Davis and his uncle Frank Gallo, as well as his grandson, Logan Gallo and step granddaughters, Rylee and Emelia Santiago.

Gregg was predeceased by his father, Carl Gallo and his uncle, Jack Rossi.

Family and friends may call at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Myrtle Avenue, Stamford on Saturday , April 4, 2026 from 1:00-4:00 PM. Interment will be private.

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Albert A. MucciAlbert A. Mucci, 89, a lifelong resident of Waterbury, Connecticut and West Palm Beach, Florida, passed a...
04/02/2026

Albert A. Mucci

Albert A. Mucci, 89, a lifelong resident of Waterbury, Connecticut and West Palm Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026.

Born in Waterbury on August 23, 1936, he was the son of the late Albert and Mary Beaelli Mucci. He graduated from Wilby High School and went on to serve his country as a veteran of the United States Army, where he was stationed in Texas and involved in the Nike Missile Program.

Albert was the owner and operator of the Tire Shak in Ansonia, Connecticut, for many years before retiring at the age of 52. He took great pride in his work and in the relationships he built within the community.

He cherished his winters at his Florida home, where he enjoyed golfing and playing bocce with friends. At home, Albert found joy in working in the yard, tending to projects around the house, and, most of all, spending time with his family.

Albert is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Carol Petrizzi Muccii; his daughters, Denise Sciarretta and her husband, Vincent, of Darien, Connecticut, and Lori Mucci and her husband, Jerry Hines, of Wilton, Connecticut; his grandchildren, Lilly Sciarretta and Lauren Pate and her husband, Joseph; and his great-grandchildren, Mila and Shay Pate.

He will be remembered for his quick wit, playful sense of humor, and the love and devotion he had for his family.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, 4 Riverside Avenue, Greenwich. Entombment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery – St. Joseph’s Mausoleum, North Street, Greenwich. There will be no calling hours.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Albert’s memory.

His kindness, humor, and unwavering love for his family will be carried in the hearts of all who knew him.

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Albert A. MucciAlbert A. Mucci, 89, a lifelong resident of Waterbury, Connecticut and West Palm Beach, Florida, passed a...
04/02/2026

Albert A. Mucci

Albert A. Mucci, 89, a lifelong resident of Waterbury, Connecticut and West Palm Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026.

Born in Waterbury on August 23, 1936, he was the son of the late Albert and Mary Betelli Mucci. He graduated from Wilby High School and went on to serve his country as a veteran of the United States Army, where he was stationed in Texas and involved in the Nike Missile Program.

Albert was the owner and operator of the Tire Shak in Ansonia, Connecticut, for many years before retiring at the age of 52. He took great pride in his work and in the relationships he built within the community.

He cherished his winters at his Florida home, where he enjoyed golfing and playing bocce with friends. At home, Albert found joy in working in the yard, tending to projects around the house, and, most of all, spending time with his family.

Albert is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Carol Mucci; his daughters, Denise Sciarretta and her husband, Vincent, of Darien, Connecticut, and Lori Mucci and her husband, Jerry Hines, of Wilton, Connecticut; his grandchildren, Lilly Sciarretta and Lauren Pate and her husband, Joseph; and his great-grandchildren, Mila and Shay Pate.

He will be remembered for his quick wit, playful sense of humor, and the love and devotion he had for his family.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, 4 Riverside Avenue, Greenwich. Entombment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery – St. Joseph’s Mausoleum, North Street, Greenwich. There will be no calling hours.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Albert’s memory.

His kindness, humor, and unwavering love for his family will be carried in the hearts of all who knew him.

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Christopher M. PayneChristopher Meyrick Payne, 82, of Stamford, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family,...
03/30/2026

Christopher M. Payne

Christopher Meyrick Payne, 82, of Stamford, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on March 25, 2026. Meyrick was born in Sawbridgeworth, England, on March 11, 1944, to the late Basil and Betty Cooke Payne.

The son of a United Nations diplomat, Meyrick spent much of his youth abroad in Greece, India, and Pakistan, traveling back and forth to attend boarding schools in England. When his family retired to Dartmouth, UK, he was sixteen. He attended Rugby School, then completed an accounting apprenticeship in London before emigrating to the United States, where he graduated from the Tuck School of Business in 1969. He went on to enjoy a distinguished career in finance and later founded his own governance consulting firm, Management Practice, which he led for more than 40 years. He was deeply committed to helping mutual fund directors serve shareholders with integrity and care. In June 2024, he was honored by the industry with a Lifetime Achievement Award.

Meyrick believed fiercely that immigration is what makes America great, a conviction shaped by his own experience building a life in a new country. He made it his mission to help new Americans and young people gain a foothold, whether by offering a first job, setting up an interview or simply finding tasks that needed doing. He often believed in others before they believed in themselves, and never hesitated to lend a hand. A man of quiet elegance and boundless curiosity, he held that the worst thing a person could be was dull—and lived accordingly. He found great joy in music, especially opera, and in attending performances at the Met.

Above all, he believed that angels are everywhere—placed in our lives to bring out the best in us—a role he fulfilled for so many, and will continue to do as an angel himself. The sea was Meyrick’s lifelong sanctuary. As a teenager in England, he ferried groceries from his parents’ shop, Cundells, out to yachts on the River Dart and raced Redwings. As an adult, he captained many beloved boats, crossed the Atlantic multiple times aboard Cunard ocean liners, and cherished quiet launch rides at the Stamford Yacht Club. He gave his family the gift of the world, taking them on unforgettable sailing adventures through England, France, the Pacific Northwest, Croatia, and along Long Island Sound to the coast of Maine. For all his worldly adventures, his family was his true north.

He shared a beautiful marriage and countless voyages with his beloved wife, Donna, navigating life’s waters together. To his daughters, Amanda and Joanna, he was an anchor—a source of unwavering stability and wise counsel. He cared deeply about their happiness and security, instilling a strong work ethic while generously sharing the fruits of his success. He encouraged them to venture beyond the familiar and embrace all the world has to offer. Whether deploying “Dad’s Patented Problem-Solving Flowchart” or offering his signature send-off before a long drive—“10 and 2, no radio!”—his love was constant and deeply felt. Above all, Meyrick cherished his grandchildren. He delighted in passing down his wonderfully eclectic curriculum of life: the strategy of backgammon and chess, the principles of investing, the importance of the Constitution, the value of being ready with your order at a restaurant, and, of course, never letting a few facts get in the way of a good story. Every Christmas Eve, whether gathered together or smiling through a Zoom screen, Grandpa would end the night by reading The Night Before Christmas, his voice carrying the same gentle wonder year after year.

Meyrick is survived by his loving wife, Donna Tatroe of Stamford; his daughters, Amanda Doran and her husband John of Needham, MA, and Joanna Payne and her husband Reed Dyer of Cape Elizabeth, ME; his brothers, Antony Payne and his wife Jeaninne of Encino, CA, and Peter Payne and his wife Lucille of Melbourne, Australia; his three beloved grandchildren, Meyrick Chase Dyer-Payne, Johnny and Sara Doran; and many cherished nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A Celebration of Life is being planned. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Meyrick’s memory to Connecticut Legal Services (https://ctlegal.org).

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Leonard FishmanLeonard Fishman, 96, of Stamford, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026. Leonard was born in Newark, N...
03/24/2026

Leonard Fishman

Leonard Fishman, 96, of Stamford, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026. Leonard was born in Newark, NJ on July 19, 1929 to the late William and Bessie Newman Fishman.

Lenny grew up, married and raised a family in Brooklyn, living in Williamsburg, Crown Heights, and Marine Park. He was a graduate of Brooklyn Technical High School and City College of NY. He worked for his family business, Amsterdam Furniture. After earning his degree, he joined Bankers Trust as a systems analyst. In 1979, wanting to be self-employed, he and his wife Roslyn founded Rapid Press printing company in Stamford. Len and Roz moved to Stamford in 1986. Lenny was adventurous. He loved skiing, sailing and playing tennis with his family. Everyone who met him appreciated his gentle demeanor and subtle sense of humor.

Lenny is survived by his daughter Hilary Huaman, her husband Victor and children, Isaac and Lily, and by his son William Fishman and his wife Karen.

Besides his parents and three elder siblings, Lenny is predeceased by his loving wife Roslyn Petker Fishman.

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The Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory of Stamford, CT, has seen many changes since May 15, 1953, when Nicholas F. Cognetta, Sr. and Naida E. Cognetta first opened their doors for business. But some things have remained the same like the commitment to the Stamford community and the pride that comes with serving families during a difficult time. Today, amidst all of the large funeral home conglomerates and corporate take overs of area funeral homes, Cognetta remains a family-owned and operated funeral home and crematory. When you call or visit our funeral home, you will find a member of the Cognetta family. Our funeral directors will help you arrange a ceremony that is both meaningful and affordable for you and your family. Whether you are planning/arranging a burial and/or a cremation, our staff can manage the arrangement process, relieving you of all unnecessary burdens. We'll always be here for you.