Recent Death Notices From Stratford

STRATFORD, CT — Below are recent death notices from Stratford.

David P. Evans Jr., 90, died April 5, 2025. A U.S. Naval Reserves veteran and University of Bridgeport graduate, he ran the David Evans Insurance Agency for many years.

David Martin Schiffer Sr., 94, died Apil. 11, 2025. A U.S. Army veteran and owner of the D.M. Schiffer Company, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, swimming, and singing—especially patriotic songs at family gatherings.

Robert Godfrey Pierson, 81, died April 15, 2025. A West Virginia Wesleyan graduate, he worked for the Stratford Board of Education and spent retirement enjoying history, nature, and time with his grandchildren.

Catherine J. Pezzella, 79, died April 16, 2025. She worked over two decades at Chemical Bank before joining the New York Criminal Justice Agency, and found fulfillment in her Catholic faith, completing a long-awaited pilgrimage to Israel.

Stephen Daniel Rotondi, 71, died April 18, 2025. A Berklee-trained musician turned CRNA with a 43-year career at Danbury Hospital, he was a car and travel enthusiast who found joy in racing, skiing, food, wine, and lively conversation.

James Szarmach, 61, died April 23, 2025. A certified auto mechanic and devoted sports fan, he enjoyed fishing, biking, beach days, southern rock, cooking for others, and cheering on the Jets, Mets, and his pets.

Marilyn Alice Lecza Geffert, 78, died April 24, 2025. She worked as an administrative secretary at Dresser Industries, Vishay Vitramon, and the Trumbull Police Department, and was known for her fiery spirit and zest for life.

Barbara Alice Collins Fennell, 82, died April 25, 2025. A proud member of the first graduating class of Bunnell High School, she held roles at Avco Lycoming, GE, Saint James Church, and H&R Block, and found fulfillment in family life, cooking, volunteering, and creating a warm home.