West Haven Funeral Home

03/31/2026

Mildred “Milly” Vincent Dorgan Henderson, was a lifelong resident of West Haven and the fifth of eleven children. Milly dedicated her career to caring for others as a Licensed Practical Nurse, working at Soundview, Bentley Gardens, and later retiring from the West Haven VA Hospital. Outside of her profession, she was deeply involved in her community and family life. She served as a Brownie leader, was president of the West Haven Policemen’s Wives Club, and was a familiar and beloved presence as the concession stand mom for the West Haven swim team.

Celebrate the life of Mildred Henderson and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.

03/30/2026

Some historians speculate that April Fools' Day dates back to 1582, when France switched from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar, as called for by the Council of Trent in 1563. In the Julian Calendar, as in the Hindu calendar, the new year began with the spring equinox around April 1.

The origin of April Fools’ Day, or All Fools’ Day, is mysterious.

03/30/2026

A 1959 graduate of the James Hillhouse High School, Dorothy later attended Albertus Magnus College for two years.
In her younger years, Dorothy was a ballet dancer. Always active and engaged in a variety of interests throughout her adulthood, Dorothy went bowling every Tuesday; she enjoyed ceramics, sewing, and arts and crafts. She relished in visiting her favorite vacation spots, Italy, Ireland and Walt Disney World. Dorothy was lauded for being the best Italian cook “this side of the Pond.”
She will live on in the hearts of those she leaves behind.

Celebrate the life of Dorothy Flynn and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.

03/30/2026

From the very beginning, Selena brought a bright and creative energy into the world. She grew up in West Haven, where some of her happiest memories were made at the local parks and along the beaches where she loved to be and where she felt most like herself.
Selena attended Savin Rock Elementary School, Bailey Middle School, and West Haven High School. From a young age, she loved to color and draw, often expressing herself through her creativity. As she grew older, that love blossomed into a passion for music.

Celebrate the life of Selena Gural and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.

03/28/2026

National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day honors all small business owners each year on March 29th. Rick and Margie Segel founded National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day in honor of couples like his parents whose successful hat shop opened in 1939 and grew into a 10,000 square feet and $2 million clothing store.

NATIONAL MOM AND POP BUSINESS OWNERS DAY National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day honors all small business owners each year on March 29th.

03/26/2026

Superfood Search - Join the fun and celebrate Nutrition Month at the Ora Mason Library! From March 2 to March 31, explore the Children’s Department and go on the Superfood Search. Look for hidden pictures of fruits, vegetables, and other nutritious foods throughout the space.

Complete the scavenger hunt sheet and receive a small prize.

Available anytime during library hours from March 2 to March 31. No Registration Required!

03/26/2026

Carol’s career in the clerical department of the railroad spanned over 30 years, beginning at the NY, NH, Hartford Railroad, Penn Central, Conrail and ending at Metro North. She thoroughly enjoyed her job and her coworkers.

She was an accomplished and gifted decorative painter. Had she not underestimated her talent, Carol could have been an art instructor and certainly could have sold her work. Christmas and bird themes were among her favorites to craft.

Trips to animal shelters, making monetary and other donations, spoke to Carol’s love of all animals. She took in strays, injured cats and parrots. Perhaps her favorite pet was Nikki, the parrot, who will always be with her.

Celebrate the life of Carol Ryder and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.

03/24/2026

Santo was known for his compassionate nature, generous spirit, and quiet sense of humor. He brought warmth and joy to those around him and lived a life defined by kindness, humility, and devotion to his family. That he passed away on St. Joseph’s Day feels especially fitting for a man who lived with such quiet strength and unwavering loyalty to his family. His strength was often shown not in words, but in the steady and giving way he cared for others. He leaves behind a legacy of generosity and love that we hope inspires all who knew him. He will be deeply missed.

Celebrate the life of Santo Genna and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.

03/24/2026

Dan was a truck driver for Curved Glass Distributors, Inc. in Derby, CT for 40 years. He served as Treasurer and then Vice President for the Steel Workers Union of Connecticut during his tenure at Curved Glass.

Dan’s true passion was music. Starting as a teenager, he was an accomplished musician, having played bass guitar for numerous projects over the years, including contributions to nationally recognized jingles. Some of his bands over the years included Myth, The Savin Rock Band, Trial Mile, Maxx’d Out, Hi-Fi Radio, and most recently, Maximum Overdrive and Bad Saints. One highlight of Dan’s career was opening for Foreigner. You could often find him at an open mic night, welcomed immediately as his bass musical knowledge was so extensive. You may have been lucky enough to see him break out the harmonica, jamming along to every song under the sun!

Celebrate the life of Daniel Lynch and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.

03/23/2026

"Medication-related harm remains one of the most significant and preventable challenges in healthcare," said Dr. Sara Rogers, President of the American Society of Pharmacovigilance. "When adverse drug events rank among the leading causes of death in the United States, it signals the need for a coordinated national strategy to strengthen medication safety across healthcare systems."

/PRNewswire/ -- Adverse drug events (ADEs)—injuries caused by medications— are estimated to rank among the leading causes of death in the United States and...

03/20/2026

Joan Elizabeth Lickteig Schull, born June 25, 1933, entered into eternal rest (heaven with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ) on March 9, 2026. She was married to her loving husband for fifty-three years. She lived in West Haven CT for about 70 years, raised four children there, loved her flowers, gardens, painting, knitting, puzzles, and games. She was a housewife and mother first. She worked at the telephone company before children then worked as a secretary afterwards for Schull Associates.

Celebrate the life of Joan Schull and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.

03/19/2026

Seed Starter Kit - Grow something green this spring! For the month of March, pick up a Children's Take & Make at the Ora Mason Library: a seed starter kit. Plant your seeds, watch them grow, and start your own little garden at home. Everything you need is included—just use your own water and sunlight to help your seeds sprout.

Available anytime during business hours from March 2 to March 31.

No Registration Required