Recent Death Notices From Stratford

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

Nicholas Raymond Cavanaugh, 18, died May 26, 2025. A senior at Bunnell High School and future Sacred Heart University student, he worked at Burns Tire Exchange in Stratford and was an avid fisherman who once caught his largest striped bass in Cape Cod.

Daniel N. Chanda, 91, died May 26, 2025. A Navy veteran and retired Assistant Chief of the Stratford Fire Department, he also served on the Fire Commission and spent many years as an avid polka and square-dancing enthusiast.

John P. Reilly, 83, died May 26, 2025. A former machinist at Remington Arms and longtime Bridgeport firefighter who retired as captain, he was known as “Big John” for both his stature and his impact on those he worked with.

Robert Edward Paterson, 41, died May 28, 2025. He worked for Burns Construction and enjoyed fishing, riding motorcycles, and spending time outdoors.

Arthur W. May, 75, died May 28, 2025. A retired chauffeur for Hy’s Limousine Company, he earned an MBA from the University of New Haven, was a life member of the East End Yacht Club, and served 20 years in the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.

Eleanor M. Fisch, 85, died May 31, 2025. She worked as a secretary and graphic designer, earned degrees in liberal arts and communications while raising five children, led youth programs, created the cartoon character Beanie the Clown, and was active in multiple art associations including serving as president of the Fairfield County Arts Association.

Nancy Louise Wlcek, 67, died May 31, 2025; after earning an associate degree and working in various roles, she found the most fulfillment as a waitress and enjoyed bingo, cooking, watching Jeopardy, and gardening.