Ambrogio, Palumbo, Piacenza: Recent Death Notices From Redding, Weston & Easton

REDDING, CT — Recent death notices from Redding, Weston and Easton.

Dominick Rocco Ambrogio, 97, of Redding, died Aug 3, 2025; he was a businessman who enjoyed vacationing, country music, and participating in church activities.

Ila Bridget Barton, 50, formerly of Redding, died Jul 22, 2025; she was a social worker and school trustee who found peace at the beach and joy in helping others.

Ralph Joseph Palumbo, 89, of Weston, died Jul 19, 2025; he was a hairstylist, performer (known as "The King of Pantomime"), gardener, a proud Third Order Knight of Columbus and devout Catholic who found joy in faith, family, and community.

Edith Wald, 91, of Redding, died Jul 19, 2025; she was a psychiatric nurse, music enthusiast, world traveler, and activist who volunteered in Ethiopia and performed with The Raging Grannies.

John (Jay) Piacenza, 76, of Weston, died July 4, 2025; he was a longtime middle school teacher and seasonal ferry worker who enjoyed gardening, drumming, and time with his grandchildren.

Dr. Eugene A. Ference, 80, of Weston, died June 28, 2025; he was a hospitality management educator with a Ph.D. from Cornell, known for international travel, global art collecting, and building projects.

Kevin Emery Gage, 65, of Weston, died Apr. 12, 2025; he was a business executive who led startups and turnarounds, served as CFO of Stamford Hospital, and enjoyed golf, boating, and hosting gatherings.