Wallingford Death Notices: April 10 Through April 17, 2025

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

Neil Hogan, 88, died Apr. 10, 2025. A U.S. Army veteran and writer who worked for the Knights of Columbus, Wallingford Post, New Haven Register, and wrote for the CEA (CT Education Association) in retirement, he was deeply involved in Irish-American historical organizations, published multiple books and newsletters on Irish CT history, and enjoyed set dancing, genealogy, woodworking, and a variety of sports and travel.

Karl W. Luschenat, 92, died Apr. 12, 2025. A U.S. Navy veteran and longtime logistics manager at S.N.E.T., he enjoyed meeting new people, engaging in conversation, and sharing the occasional cocktail.

Albert P. Creto, 91, died Apr. 12, 2025. A U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean War who worked at Stanley Judd and American Cyanamid before becoming “Mr. Fix It” at Thurston Foods, he enjoyed supporting veterans' causes, attending sports events, and showcasing his 1930 Model A Ford at car shows and parades.

Barbara Hocking, 100, died Apr. 12, 2025. She was a lifelong schoolteacher in the Wallingford Public School System and member of the Yalesville United Methodist Church.

Ann E. Boylan, 69, died Apr. 14, 2025. A longtime special education teacher at Yalesville and Parker Farms Elementary Schools, she was active in the Polish Club, Ladies Auxiliary, and several scholarship committees, continuing her commitment to education well into retirement.

Gail L. Hunter, 79, died Apr. 16, 2025. A dedicated educator with degrees from Wagner College and Southern Connecticut State University, she taught in New York City and later in the Meriden Public School System until retirement.

John F. Schultz, 87, died Apr. 17, 2025. A U.S. Navy veteran and Electronics Technician who spent 40 years at Sikorsky Aircraft building helicopter black boxes, he enjoyed fishing, hunting with his dogs, gardening, volunteering, and attending theater and watching UConn Women’s basketball games.