Feinson, Crowe, Goetz: Recent Death Notices From Danbury

DANBURY, CT — Recent death notices from Danbury.

Eugene Francis Goetz, 106, died June 29, 2025; a WWII Army veteran and longtime utility worker, he was active in civic and church organizations, led Boy Scout Troop 24, volunteered for the Red Cross and fire department, and remained a devoted St. Louis Cardinals fan.

John V. Ottoshavett, 74, died June 26, 2025; a union carpenter known for his dedication to craft, he was also a music enthusiast, Giants fan, fisherman, and gardener who enjoyed traveling and time with family.

Francesco "Frank" Cerra, 88, died June 26, 2025; a retired masonry contractor and longtime leader of the Amerigo Vespucci Lodge, he emigrated from Italy in 1958, built a successful business, and was known for his dedication to Italian-American community life.

Nancy J. McNally, 86, died June 24, 2025; known for her hospitality and devotion to family, she was a longtime homemaker whose home welcomed many and whose joy came from hosting gatherings filled with food, laughter, and conversation.

Pete Van Valkenburg, 69, died June 23, 2025; a retired truck driver and crane operator, he enjoyed travel, drawing, motorcycle trips, model trains, gardening, and home renovation.

William Thomas Crowe Jr., 77, died June 22, 2025; a trained aerospace engineer who became a leading philatelic expert, he founded his own stamp authentication business, contributed to journals and conferences, and pursued passions for U.S. history, sports, maps, music, and storytelling.

Barbara “Bobbi” Feinson, 97, died June 21, 2025; a former executive director of the Volunteer Bureau of Greater Danbury and grant writer for Family and Children’s Services, she led initiatives supporting nonprofit management, youth employment, and senior services, following earlier board roles with the Danbury Visiting Nurse Association and Danbury Youth Bureau.

Viola E. Dubos, 90, died June 20, 2025; a former General Electric employee and real estate professional, she spent over 60 years in Connecticut enjoying boating on Candlewood Lake, volunteering locally, and mastering traditional Hungarian baking.

Robert J. Dangaard, 73, died June 19, 2025; a retired Parks Department employee known for his involvement in local sports, he was an inductee of the Greater Danbury USBC Bowling Association Hall of Fame, an Old Timer’s Athletic Association honoree, and an avid golfer, bowler, tennis player, and industrial league softball participant.

Gail Ann Dyer, 76, died June 15, 2025; a former math teacher and corporate project manager with degrees from Queens and Lehman Colleges, she enjoyed travel, skiing, social gatherings, gadgets, and shopping, often delighting others with her sense of humor and yearly holiday letters.