Obituaries

Recent Death Notices From New London County: Shafner, Williams, Beaudin

Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently died.

NEW LONDON, CT — Recent death notices from New London County:

Denise M. Shafner, 93 of Groton, was the manager of Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra and a director of development for Mitchell College.

Diana Marie Williams, 65, of Groton, worked for Foxwoods Resort Casino as a secretary for many years.

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Donald Blanchard McLellan, 96, of Mystic, was known for doing trail maintenance and was involved in many organizations.

Sarah D. Beaudin, 83, of Niantic, taught in the Stonington and New London school districts until she retired in 2005.

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Barbara Ann DeFronzo, 83, was a breast cancer survivor who dedicated her time volunteering for Reach to Recovery.

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