Recent Death Notices From Wallingford

WALLINGFORD, CT — Below are recent death notices from Wallingford.

Rebekah Elizabeth Lyas, 45, passed away on Jan. 17, 2025. She was executive director of South Park Homeless Shelter and a dedicated advocate for those in need, was a talented artist, passionate party planner, and devoted mother.

Eleanor “Elch” Robakiewicz, 90, passed away on Jan. 15, 2025, after a career as a bookkeeper, enjoying Polish cuisine, pasta, and trips to Foxwoods with her husband, Chet.

Nancy E. Rochette, 76, passed away on Jan. 12, 2025, after a life filled with music, including playing bass guitar and singing in a band, and enjoying classic TV, movies, and sweets

Mary Elizabeth Sullivan, 72, passed away on Jan. 10, 2025, after a fulfilling career as a C.N.A. at Masonicare and a passion for baking, gardening, camping, fishing, and scouting out tag sales.

Joanne McDowall, 74, passed away on Jan. 9, 2025, after a fulfilling career as a Registered Nurse, especially in the surgical ICU at St. Raphael’s Hospital, and a passion for traveling, Disney, and supporting the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Patricia Ann Miranda, 82, passed away on Jan. 8, 2025, after a distinguished 24-year career as a detective with the Wallingford Police Department, having also taught English and Science, earned multiple awards for her leadership and advocacy, and found joy in being a Nana.

Evelyn Erb (Gesner) Coogan, 71, passed away on Jan. 5, 2025, after a career as an optical technician at Wallingford Eye Care Center. She was known for her creativity, love of animals, and passion for horses, as well as her close relationships with family, including her beloved dog, Princess.

David M. Schoen, 71, passed away on Jan. 6, 2025, after a diverse career spanning Times Wire, Cooper Instruments, and building maintenance. He was known for his skills in woodworking, fishing, and gardening, as well as his deep enjoyment of family life and hobbies, including tropical fish clubs and home improvement projects.

Gary J. Chasse, 67, passed away on Jan. 3, 2025, after a long career as a Service Manager for a technical company and later with Hammonassett Construction, and was known for his love of travel, local cuisines, gadgets, sports, and being a devoted family man, always ready with advice, support, and a contagious laugh.

Alfred William Mueller, 90, passed away on Jan. 4, 2025, after a distinguished career at the Beinecke Rare Book Library at Yale. He had a passion for exercise, cycling 500 miles at age 86, poetry, traveling with his wife Nancy, and supporting local and global charities.

Anthony J. Nuccini, 69, passed away on Jan. 3, 2025. He owned and operated K&B Fire Protection LLC, was a proud member of the Knights of Columbus, and enjoyed clamming, oldies music, and summers by the pool while being a dedicated Pittsburgh Steelers fan.