Recent Death Notices From Darien: Dec. 6 Through Dec. 12, 2025

DARIEN, CT — Here are the recent death notices from Darien.

William John Genco, 77, died Dec. 12, 2025; a longtime Merrill Lynch managing director and research analyst who later mentored analysts through WJP Associates, he enjoyed collecting O-gauge Lionel trains, time at a lakeside cabin with swimming and boating, and caring for golden retrievers.

Marguerite Maynard Weberg, 82, died Dec. 10, 2025; a longtime auditor and claims specialist in the financial and reinsurance industry, she enjoyed gardening, hosting family gatherings, cookouts and holiday celebrations, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Kenmore “Ken” Harry Emerson, 87, died Dec. 8, 2025; an advertising executive who later worked at the Bank of New York, he enjoyed downhill skiing, long-distance ski jumping in his youth, museums, walking tours, art classes, and researching family history.

Natalia Lynn Melia, 41, died Dec. 8, 2025; a film and television production professional and Writers Guild of America East member, she worked with CBS, Sirens Media, and Comedy Central, and enjoyed reading, international travel and photography, marathon running, beach days, and exploring arts and food scenes.

Joan Rohrs Chedester, 95, died Dec. 6, 2025; a longtime real estate professional who also served as a church flower chairman, she enjoyed gardening, floral design, and boating on Long Island Sound.