Acquanita, Carter, Spegnolo: Recent Death Notices From Danbury

DANBURY, CT — Recent death notices from Danbury:

Mary E. Kline, 94, passed Jan. 27, 2025, a longtime accountant in NYC who later moved to Danbury, finding joy in family and time spent with her grandchildren.

Jozsef Kovacs, 86, passed Jan. 23, 2025, a dedicated machinist at Tropax Precision Manufacturing Company who took pride in his craft and enjoyed gardening, crafts, the outdoors, and soccer.

Camille (Candy) Pignoni Acquanita, 79, passed Jan. 23, 2025, a dedicated office manager for over 30 years, longtime volunteer at Danbury Hospital and Ann’s Place, active supporter of youth sports, and enthusiastic crocheter, moviegoer, and cornhole player.

Patsy Ann Banks, 73, passed away Jan. 22, 2025, after retiring as a Dietary Aide from Danbury Hospital, enjoying family time, reading, coffee, and trips to the casino.

Sheila L. Sendewicz, 63, passed Jan. 22, 2025, a longtime cashier at Stew Leonard's known for her warm smile, an avid crime show fan, and a devoted caretaker of stray cats.

Marlene Jehu, 87, passed away Jan. 22, 2025, after a life of avid reading, bingo nights, and a love for travel, including special trips with her grandchildren.

Margaret “Margie” Perakis, 73, passed Jan. 20, 2025, a devoted mother and Mets fan who loved attending games, found joy in church activities, celebrated friends at cardio rehab as the "birthday lady," and spent her days enjoying coffee chats, shopping, and watching backyard wildlife.

Florencia Evans Carter, 72, passed Jan. 17, 2025, a dedicated Danbury Schools employee known for her kindness, who found joy in gardening, bird watching, bowling, Yankees games, music, dancing, traveling, and daily walks with her husband and dogs.

Cheryl Kathleen Barnes, 62, passed Jan. 17, 2025, a devoted childcare provider known for her compassion, who found joy in nurturing children and spending time with her family.

Sadie M. (Drago) Virtudes, 78, passed Jan. 16, 2025, a realtor at Preferred Properties known for her love of cooking and her earlier years at Stetson Hats, survived by her husband of 59 years, two sons, four grandchildren, and brother-in-law.

Larry N. Shababb, 72, passed away Jan. 14, 2025, after a life spent working as a laboratory technician, enjoying fishing, and following the Minnesota Vikings and NASCAR.

Ralph Lederman, 76, passed away Jan. 11, 2025, after a successful career as an advertising executive, art director, and commercial director, creating notable campaigns for Mattel, Galoob, and more, while enjoying fishing, painting, and spending time with his family.

Thomas James Spegnolo, 92, passed Jan. 9, 2025, a longtime employee at Hoffman Fuel, avid sports fan, and tennis player, known for his kindness and dedication to his family, survived by his wife, children, granddaughters, sister, and many friends.

Philip Ginsburg, 101, passed away Jan. 5, 2025, after a distinguished career as the proprietor-pharmacist of Liggett Rexall Drugs for 45 years, where he was known for his generosity, inventive problem-solving, and passion for woodworking, while also being an active member of the community and a proud father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Anna Maria Galano, 90, passed away Jan. 2, 2025, after a brief illness, having spent her career in hospitality, co-owning Bella Italia Restaurant with her late husband, Chef Agnello Galano, and later enjoying travel, dining, and daily walks with family dogs.