Fairchild, Makkala, Forgione: Recent Death Notices From Redding, Weston & Easton

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

Judith “Judy” Zita English, 67, of Redding and Danbury, died July 13, 2025; she worked for the U.S. Small Business Administration and enjoyed dancing, gardening, and supporting her children’s activities.

Nancy (Palmer) Fairchild, 92, of Redding, died June 30, 2025; after working in finance, she devoted her time to volunteer work including tutoring, delivering Meals on Wheels, hosting exchange students, and serving church and school communities.

Dr. Venkatesh Makkala, 59, of Weston, died June 19, 2025; a longtime attending physician at BronxCare Hospital, he was passionate about medicine, fast cars, fashion, and quality attire.

Cecilia C. Forgione, 93, of Weston, died June 11, 2025; she worked for American Insurance, raised five children, and volunteered as a Eucharistic Minister and soup kitchen aide.