Recent Obituaries From Bethel

BETHEL, CT — Recent death notices from Bethel.

Paul Stuart Patterson, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who lived a full life as an FBI Special Agent, entrepreneur, and owner of Blue Jay Orchards in Bethel, passed away on Nov. 16, surrounded by his beloved wife Mary and family.

William D. Smith, 78, of Bethel, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, retired machine operator, and passionate enthusiast of motorcycles, youth sports, and cooking, passed away peacefully on Nov. 16.

Sandra L. Hill, 81, fondly known as "Blue Eyes," passed away on Nov. 14, leaving behind a legacy of family, work at Barden Corporation and Danbury Hospital, and a deep love for her cats and the Danbury Racearena community.

David W. Samuelson, 79, of Bethel, a proud veteran and beloved uncle, passed away at home on Oct. 5, leaving behind cherished family memories and a legacy of service.

Norma Phyllis (Berg) Nathanson, 101, a devoted mother, grandmother, and lifelong parishioner of St. Thomas Episcopal Church, passed away peacefully on July 30, at her beloved summer home on Little Sebago Lake, in Windham, ME.

Marie Frances (Claussen) Spagnolo, 100, a longtime Bethel resident and devoted grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home on July 23, leaving behind a legacy of love, family, and faith.