Recent Death Notices From Fairfield: Golen, Szwejkowski & Sheehy

FAIRFIELD, CT — Below are recent obituaries from Fairfield:

Francis “Fran” Harrington Golen, 67, passed away on Mar. 3, 2025; a Fairfield University graduate with degrees in biology and industrial engineering, he spent over 35 years as an IBM Global Client Executive managing enterprise relationships across various sectors and was an avid supporter of his children’s cross-country pursuits.

Nancy Szwejkowski, 79, passed away on Mar. 2, 2025; she served as Secretary and Chief Elder of the First United Church of Christ for many years and was devoted to her faith and community.

Kathleen Sheehy, 57, passed away on Feb. 27, 2025; a former personal shopper at Saks Fifth Avenue, she later pursued a career as a dedicated ICU nurse, finding fulfillment in patient care, and found joy in long walks by the water, fishing, and time spent with her dog Misty and partner Lee.

Louise Schuster, 86, passed away on Feb. 26, 2025; an accomplished cook known for her holiday dinners, she created memorable Easter egg hunts for her grandchildren and enjoyed organizing family trips across America, Canada, and Germany.

Leandro "Lee/Larde" Caloobanan Solis, 63, passed away on Feb. 13, 2025; known for his analytical mind and sense of humor, he had a passion for cars, enjoyed shopping, and loved traveling back to the Philippines.

Paula Finnegan (née Muir, formerly Muthersbaugh), 58, passed away on Feb. 11, 2025; an adventurous spirit who enjoyed traveling, trying new restaurants, exploring Connecticut’s pizzerias, fishing, gardening, attending live music, and planning memorable trips, including a safari in Africa.