Recent Death Notices From Darien: May 1 To May 17

DARIEN, CT — Here are the recent obituaries from Darien.

Margaret "Peg" Callaway Avison, 97, died May 17, 2025; a professional illustrator and co-founder of Avison Studio in Manhattan, she later worked as a freelance artist in Connecticut, studied painting at local arts centers, and spent decades skiing in Vermont and enjoying summers at The Tokeneke Club.

James J. Morrison, 74, died May 9, 2025; a Darien High School graduate and U.S. Marine Corps sergeant who served in Vietnam, he later worked for the U.S. Postal Service.

Michael S. Ziegler, 94, died May 8, 2025; a U.S. Army veteran and career advertising professional with a passion for history, jazz, gardening, and stonework, he was active in the United Church of Rowayton and its caregiving ministry.

Sandra Lovegrove, 88, died May 1, 2025; a University of Michigan–trained nurse and Tai Chi Chuan instructor under Great Grandmaster William CC Chen, she was also an avid skier, skeet shooter, golfer, tennis player, and photographer.