Obituaries
Recent Obituaries From Branford
Condolences to the family, friends of Dorothy Larson Bjork, 85, Paul F. Connolly, Sr., 83, and Claire B. Smith, 100.
BRANFORD, CT — Recent obituaries from Branford.
Dorothy "Dottie" Larson Bjork, 85, passed away Feb. 20. She was a North Branford Public Schools educator, was active in Tabor Lutheran Church and community organizations, supported her family’s activities, and enjoyed traveling, skiing, reading, knitting, and cheering for UConn basketball teams.
Paul F. Connolly, Sr., 83, passed away Feb. 19. A National Guard member, he had a 44-year career at Marlin Firearms, and as an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed hunting, snowmobiling, and his passion for adventure extended to travel, which began with a cross-country drive with Jeanne after their wedding.
Find out what's happening in Branfordfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Claire B. Smith, 100, passed away Feb. 20. She worked for Southern New England Telephone and after raising her children, was a years-long administrative assistant for Earl Colter Photography. She enjoyed swimming and boating, traveling with dear friends, gardening, music, dancing and was an avid reader.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
