Deering, Mantia, Papadopoulos: Recent Obituaries From Norwalk

NORWALK, CT — Recent obituaries from Norwalk.

James Joseph Deering, 85, a devoted family man, Air Force veteran, skilled mason, and accomplished athlete who excelled in baseball, basketball, and golf, passed away on Dec. 29, 2024, leaving behind his wife Joyce, three children, seven grandchildren, and one great-grandson.

Lorraine Marie Singewald Halasz, an accomplished educator, author, and skilled creator in sewing and entertaining, passed away on Dec. 26, 2024, at 99, leaving behind a legacy of academic contributions and beloved family traditions.

Anne Mantia, 88, a dedicated homemaker, skilled golfer, passionate cook, and two-time breast cancer survivor who brightened lives with her warmth, passed away on Dec. 26, 2024, leaving behind her children Valerie and Sal, four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and countless friends made through decades of hosting, bowling, and world travels.

Robert J. Walsh, 83, husband of Suzanne for 59 years, passed away on Dec. 24, 2024, after a career in building product sales and a passion for golf and building model airplanes, leaving behind two sons and four grandchildren.

María Teresa Alicea, 69, remembered for her vibrant embrace of Puerto Rican culture, her passion for salsa and merengue, daily walks, and flavorful cooking, passed away peacefully on Dec. 22, 2024.

Efstathios (Steve) Papadopoulos, 93, a skilled heavy equipment mechanic and dedicated volunteer at Saint George Greek Orthodox Church, passed away peacefully on Dec. 22, 2024, leaving behind his two sons, grandson, and great-grandson.