William R. McDonald Funeral Home

William R. McDonald Funeral Home Our funeral home was founded in 1951 by William R. McDonald (better known to many as “Mac”) and his loving wife, Norma Booth-McDonald.

Mac was a graduate of Stratford High School, served in the United States Navy in the South Pacific during World War II and became a licensed Funeral Director in 1950 after attending the Renouard Training School for Embalmers in New York. His loyalty, generosity and dedication to his family, friends and community was unsurpassed and will always be remembered. A life-long resident of Stratford and Vice President of the funeral home for over 50 years, Norma set the foundation for our business. Every aspect of our funeral home was managed with her remarkable attention to detail and unique wisdom. Norma and Mac purchased the property at 2591 Main Street, Stratford, Connecticut and, after careful planning, opened their doors to serve the community in 1951. Their peaceful, historical building provided families with the serenity and tranquility of a beautiful funeral home. The utmost kindness, compassion and professionalism was extended to everyone who entered their doors. They were a brilliant team who worked side-by-side every day for 36 years until Mac’s passing on February 24, 1987. Norma continued her passion serving her community until the age of 81 when her health no longer allowed her to work. On October 20, 2012 at the age of 91 she entered eternal rest.

Alexander Paul Poremba Jr., age 78, of the Bridgeport area, passed away on Monday, December 15, 2025. Born in Bridgeport...
12/23/2025

Alexander Paul Poremba Jr., age 78, of the Bridgeport area, passed away on Monday, December 15, 2025. Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Alexander was a lifelong area resident.

He was the beloved son of the late Alexander Poremba Sr. and Louise (McEnany) Poremba. Alexander proudly served his c...

Robert “Kel” J. Kelly, age 87, of Bridgeport, passed away peacefully on December 5th, with his loving wife by his side.H...
12/12/2025

Robert “Kel” J. Kelly, age 87, of Bridgeport, passed away peacefully on December 5th, with his loving wife by his side.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Dorothy — his high school sweetheart and lifelong companion; daughters Kimberle Laue of Stratford and Danelle (Daniel) Sulli...

Cindy Hoang, age 57, of Stratford, CT, beloved wife of Bi Hoang, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2025. Cindy was born ...
12/12/2025

Cindy Hoang, age 57, of Stratford, CT, beloved wife of Bi Hoang, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2025. Cindy was born December 31, 1967, in Hue Vietnam, daughter of Ho Huan and Vo thi Hong.

She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose life was defined by strength, sacrifice, and u...

Konrad V. Eldracher, age 93, of Barclay, MD, formerly of Stratford, beloved husband of the late Lucie (Skrzypczynski) El...
12/12/2025

Konrad V. Eldracher, age 93, of Barclay, MD, formerly of Stratford, beloved husband of the late Lucie (Skrzypczynski) Eldracher, passed peacefully at home into the arms of Our Lord on Saturday, December 6, 2025, with his loving family by his side. Mr. Eldracher was born in Hanover, Germany, son of t...

Anne (Comerford) Roberts, age 82, of Stratford, beloved wife of Edward Roberts, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025,...
12/07/2025

Anne (Comerford) Roberts, age 82, of Stratford, beloved wife of Edward Roberts, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, in her home surrounded by her loving family. Anne was born on June 10, 1943, in Derby, Connecticut, daughter of the late John and Marie (Lawlor) Comerford and was a lifetime area ...

Donald Richard Pjatak, age 76, of Stratford, beloved husband of the late Karen (Ricitelli) Pjatak, passed away peacefull...
11/28/2025

Donald Richard Pjatak, age 76, of Stratford, beloved husband of the late Karen (Ricitelli) Pjatak, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. Born on May 1, 1949 in Bridgeport, Donald was the son of the late John and Marcella (Gallanger) Pjatak and a lifelong resident of the area.
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Heather Renee Hallam, age 46, of Stratford, beloved daughter of Kenneth Joseph Hallam Sr. and Joyce Mae (Burnham) Hallam...
11/21/2025

Heather Renee Hallam, age 46, of Stratford, beloved daughter of Kenneth Joseph Hallam Sr. and Joyce Mae (Burnham) Hallam passed away suddenly on November 13, 2025. Heather was born on July 29, 1979, grew up in Stratford, CT. and attended Wilcoxson Elementary and Bunnell High School.

Her favo...

Marie Therese Ogalin, age 66, of Trumbull, Connecticut, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Novemb...
11/15/2025

Marie Therese Ogalin, age 66, of Trumbull, Connecticut, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on November 11, 2025, after an extended battle with cancer. Born on October 3, 1959, in Bridgeport, CT, she was the daughter of the late Dr. John and Mary Sullivan.

She grew up in S...

Alice Charlotte Ogalin, age 93, of Trumbull, CT, formerly of Canton, MA and Stratford, CT, passed away peacefully on Thu...
11/10/2025

Alice Charlotte Ogalin, age 93, of Trumbull, CT, formerly of Canton, MA and Stratford, CT, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 6, 2025.

Born January 30, 1932, in Stratford, CT, she was the daughter of the late Charles John and Alice (Falcioni) Ogalin.

Miss Ogalin was a gradu...

Robert Charles Stiegler, age 48, of Clinton, Connecticut passed away on Sunday November 2, 2025 at Middlesex Hospital af...
11/07/2025

Robert Charles Stiegler, age 48, of Clinton, Connecticut passed away on Sunday November 2, 2025 at Middlesex Hospital after a courageous fight with cancer. Robert was born January 4, 1977 in Meriden. Ct. He was the son of Gary Robert Stiegler and the late Susan Christine (Palmer) Stiegler and had be...

Clement Frank Mario Naples, age 94, of Stratford, beloved husband of Joan (McLaughlin) Naples, passed away peacefully on...
11/01/2025

Clement Frank Mario Naples, age 94, of Stratford, beloved husband of Joan (McLaughlin) Naples, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at Bridgeport Hospital.

Born on August 10, 1931, in Bridgeport, Clement was the son of the late Anthony and Felicia (Matera) Naples and was a l...

Mr. Alec I. White, affectionately known as “Santush”—a name lovingly given to him by his grandmother, meaning “complete ...
10/21/2025

Mr. Alec I. White, affectionately known as “Santush”—a name lovingly given to him by his grandmother, meaning “complete contentment,” “satisfaction,” “joy,” or “peace”—age 81, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, hailing from New York City, the Virgin Islands, and Antigua, beloved husband of Mrs. Olivet Cynt...

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