Filomena DiCostanzo, 91, of Wilton, CT passed away Thursday, May 18, 2017. Filomena was born October 23, 1925 in Ischia, Italy to Stefano and Maria Polito Iacono.

Filomena is survived by two grandchildren Frank DiCostanzo and his wife Abigail and James DiCostanzo both of Wilton. She is also survived by two great-grandchildren, Michael and Olivia DiCostanzo, by her daughter in law Marie DiCostanzo and by many loving nieces, nephews and extended family. Filomena will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 10:00 AM in St. Matthew Church, 216 Scribner Avenue, Norwalk, CT. Entombment will follow in St. John Cemetery, 223 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Filomena’s name to Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Fairfield County, PO Box 489, Wilton, CT. 06897. Arrangements are in the care of Collins Funeral Home, Norwalk, CT.

Our Beloved Shirley went to be with the Lord the morning of May 19, 2017. Throughout her life she maintained a kind loving and generous demeanor that won the hearts of all who met her.

She possessed a contagious smile and any healthcare provider who would ask she would ademently inform them her teeth were all hers, and they don’t come out.

Known for her love and devotion to her faith and her family, talking on the telephone, shopping, high heels, champagne, socializing with friends, gambling, getting her hair fixed every week and a great tan.

Shirley enjoyed dancing, singing and hosting many picnics and parties in their home in Norwalk, CT.

Born July 15, 1928, in Norwalk to Michael Joseph Yuftczak and Hazel Irene Grover Yuftczak. Shirley attended school until 11^th grade. She began working to help contribute to her family’s household. Mrs. Travo was employed by Pepperidge Farms, Nathan Hale School and volunteered at Norwalk Hospital. She was also a devoted wife, nurturing mother and auntie, homemaker and caregiver to many in her neighborhood.

Shirley married Alexander Vincent Travo of Norwalk on September 18, 1948. Married 57 years until his death in 2005.

Shirley also resided in Milford but currently lived in Shelton.

Preceded in death by her parents, her husband Alex, her son Gary Alexander and two brothers Leon and Donald Yuftczak all of Norwalk.

Survived by her sister Florence Viola Bossone of Norwalk, her son Chris Michael and his wife Angela, niece Francee Karpiej and her husband Joseph of Trumbull and her extended family nephews, Michael A. (Mick) Bossone and Romas A. (Skip) Bossone of Norwalk.

Friends may visit with the family on Thursday, May 25^th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk. A prayer service will be held at 7:00PM.

Her family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to Home Care Plus and Crosby Commons Assisted Living Facility staff and residence for all their loving support and genuine kindness.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Shirley’s honor to St. Jude’s Childrens Research Hospital.

Sandra J. Glynn, 73, of Darien, CT passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 20, 2017, after succumbing to a long illness. Sandra was born on November 16, 1943 in Norwalk, CT to the late Seymour and Edna White Frankel.

Sandra was a long-time resident of Darien CT, and volunteered at Person to Person for some 15 years. She was an avid amateur photographer and traveled extensively in Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, and South America with her husband of almost 50 years, Michael W. Glynn Sr.  Sandra was a loving and caring soulmate to her husband, an affectionate and devoted mother to her two sons, and a doting and attentive “nana” to her five grandchildren.

Sandra is survived by her husband, Michael W. Glynn Sr., her sons, Christopher W. Glynn of Cortland Manor, NY, Michael W. Glynn Jr. and daughter-in-law Sara Hamon Glynn of Darien, CT, her grandchildren, Kelly Meany, Grier Glynn, Alexandra Glynn, Willow Glynn and Violet Glynn, as well as her sisters, Ann Baena of West Palm Beach, FL, Hannah Stein of California, Margot Webb of Norwalk, CT, and Linda Waetjen of San Antonio, TX.

Besides her parents, Sandra is predeceased by her brothers, Frederick M. Frankel and Howard E. Frankel.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 26, at 11:00 AM at the Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT.

In addition to flowers contributions in Sandra’s memory may be made to: The World Wildlife Fund, www.worldwildlife.org or Person-to-Person, www.p2phelps.org

Thomas Patrick Skidd, Jr., 80, husband of Judith Roberts Skidd of Wilton, passed away on Friday, May 19, 2017, at Stamford Hospital.

Born in Norwalk on July 2, 1936, he was the son of the late Anna “Dolly” and Thomas P. Skidd, Sr.

Tom attended Fairfield Prep and then Georgetown University and Yale Law School. He began his career at Cummings & Lockwood in Stamford in 1961. In 1970 he became a Partner of the firm. After a long and successful tenure there, he retired in 2009.

In addition to his wife Judith, Thomas is survived by his four children, Suanne Skidd, Sherry Skidd Boyd, T. Patrick Skidd, III, and Jody Skidd-Tauken. He is also survived by four grandchildren and his sister Anne Lee.

Thomas was predeceased in life by his brother Jack Skidd.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids.

Visit www.collinsfh.com to leave condolences.

Parthena (Hiotis) Papadopoulos, 90, wife of the late Elias Papadopoulos of Norwalk, passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2017 peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Born September 15, 1926 in Ryakio Kozanis, Greece she immigrated to the United States in 1965 with her husband and three children. Mrs. Papadopoulos worked at Norwalk Hospital for over 25 years and made many friends there. In her spare time she enjoyed crocheting and making Greek food for her family.

Her legacy lives on in her 3 children, 8 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Her daughters Helen Demetriades and her husband Theologos, Toula Kathrakis and her husband George and her son Steve Papadopoulos and his wife Christine.  Also her grandchildren Caron Demetriades, Irene Caldwell, Dina Athanasoulis, Chris Kathrakis, Lou Kathrakis, John Papadopoulos, Kristina Faraday and Nicholas Papadopoulos.

Friends may call Friday, June 2 from 5:00-8:00 PM at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk.  A service will be held Saturday at 9:00 AM in the St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Norwalk.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the St. George Greek Orthodox Church.

Albert Joseph (AJ) Barr, 68, of Wilton, CT, devoted husband of Mary Kay Barr, passed away Wednesday, May 31st, 2017 with his loving family by his side. He was predeceased by his parents (Albert and Marcela Barr), father-in-law (Edward Armstrong), and daughter, Mary Elizabeth.

Born on March 31st, 1949, in Reading, PA, he was a dedicated son and spent his formative years in Endwell, NY and Stamford, CT, where he was a graduate and active member of Stamford Catholic High School Class of 1967, and a sincere friend to many. He was also a proud, involved alumnus of Villanova University Class of 1971, earning a B.S. in Business Administration and a reputation as the school’s biggest basketball fan.

AJ was awarded his J.D. from Seton Hall Law School in 1974 and served Fairfield County for 42 years as an exemplary attorney and consummate member of the community. He was a founding partner at Barr & Morgan in Stamford, CT, where he expertly practiced a wide variety of law, including his nationally known expertise in Petroleum Franchise Law. He authored amendments to a number of Connecticut Acts, served on a bevy of State and community boards, and was a member of The Knights of Columbus at Our Lady of Fatima Parish.

Above all else, AJ loved his best friend and wife, Mary Kay, deeply. He will be richly remembered for his sensational sense of humor, generous and compassionate heart, and loyal adoration of friends and family, who he quietly built his life for and around. He loved traveling and never missed one of his children’s games or performances. His wife, children and children’s spouses were his joy and he always encouraged their dreams. He lived his life faithfully with unwavering integrity.

In addition to his beloved wife of 38 years, Mary Kay, AJ is survived by his adoring children and their spouses: Katie and Brendan Vint of San Diego, CA; Michael and Lindsay Barr of Los Angeles, CA; Molly Barr of NY, NY; First Lieutenant Patrick Barr, Judge Advocate U.S. Army, stationed at Ft. Benning, GA.  AJ is additionally survived by Matthew Verrastro of Bridgeport, CT, his brothers (James and Michael), sisters (Martha Dunn and Rosemary Hinkle), his in-laws and dozens of doting nieces and nephews.

Friends and family may call Friday June 16th from 4-8PM at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, June 17 at 10 AM at Our Lady of Fatima Church, 229 Danbury Road, Wilton CT. Burial will follow in Hillside Cemetery, Wilton, CT.

Donations in AJ’s memory may be made to www.BeTheMatch.org, following instructions on the page to dedicate in his name.

Peter C. Schmitt, Sr., 94, of Norwalk, died peacefully Saturday, June 10, 2017, surrounded by family at the home of his daughter in Norwalk after a brief illness.

Born in Norwalk, fourth son of noted Silvermine artist Carl Schmitt and Gertrude Lord Schmitt, he was raised in Silvermine and graduated from New Canaan High School; where he met the love of his life, the former Jane Hunt. Mr. Schmitt enlisted in the U. S. Army upon graduation and served in Italy with the famous Tenth Mountain Division Ski Troops. He participated in the battle of Rive Ridge and was awarded the Bronze Star.

Upon discharge from the army, he married his high school sweetheart and settled in Silvermine; raising their six children and pursuing a career as a commercial artist in the advertising industry in New York City. Mr. Schmitt was a partner in the art studio, S D II, Associates for many years. Leaving the world of commuting, he and his wife opened a retirement business of custom upholstery and restoration; calling it ‘The Chairmen’. Jane and Peter truly retired in 2000 and relocated to Bedford, New Hampshire. They later returned to Connecticut in November of last year.

Mr. Schmitt was a devout and active member of both Our Lady of Fatima and St. Aloysius Parishes, over the years. Upon returning to Norwalk, he and his wife joined St. John the Evangelist Parish, in Stamford.

Survivors in addition to his wife of seventy-one years are sons: Peter C. Schmitt, Jr., of Wilton; David Schmitt and wife Joan, of Stratford; Stephen Schmitt, of Boca Raton, Florida; daughters: Anne Hieronymus and husband Klaus, of Bedford, New Hampshire; Margo Skidd and husband Bill, of Norwalk; sister: Gertrude Schmitt and brother: Robert Schmitt, both of Wilton; brothers: Jacob Schmitt, of Bear, Del.; Carl Schmitt, Jr. of Washington, D. C.; Rev. Christopher Schmitt, of Dallas, Texas; twenty-three grandchildren; fifty-one great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Mr. Schmitt is preceded in death by daughter: Carolyn Jane “Karen” Schmitt and brothers: Austin, Michael, David and John Schmitt.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, June 15^th, in The Basilica of St. John the Evangelist, 279 Atlantic Street, Stamford. Interment with military honors will follow in St. John Cemetery, Norwalk.

Friends may call Wednesday, June 14^th, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk.

The family requests memorial contributions to Woodlawn Foundation, 56 Harrison Street #401, New Rochelle, NY 10801.

Anthony J. Patalano, Sr., “Mr. Pat”, passed from this world early the morning of June 10, 2017, at the Regional Hospice and Family Care Center, Danbury, CT.

Tony was predeceased by his loving wife of 65 years, Midge, his parents Bartolomeo and Louise and sisters Anna and Yolanda.

Tony is survived by his children Anthony Patalano, Jr. (Jeanne), Chris Patalano (Susan), Daniel Patalano (Irene), and Grace Geanuracos (Gregg) as well as 7 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Tony was born in Ischia, South of Naples, Italy. He resided in Norwalk for 82 years until he moved to Danbury to be near his daughter. Tony was a member of the “Greatest Generation” having served in the U. S. Navy from 1944-1946.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 14, at 11:00 AM at St. Thomas The Apostle Church, 203 East Avenue, Norwalk. Entombment will follow at St. John Cemetery, 223 Richards Avenue, Norwalk. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM in the Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk.

In lieu of flowers donations in Tony’s memory may be made to: The Regional Hospice and Family Care Center, 30 Milestone Road, Danbury, CT 06810.

Gary L. Purcell, 67, husband of Theresa Pellagrino Purcell of Norwalk, passed away peacefully of pancreatic cancer on Monday, June 12, 2017.

Born in Stamford on July 7, 1949, he was the son of the late Joseph and Louise Purcell.

He was self-employed for 15 years as a painter and then worked for Polycast/PolyOne of Stamford for 31 years. A 31 year resident of Norwalk, Gary enjoyed gardening and was a perfectionist at everything he did.

In addition to his wife Theresa, Gary is survived by his daughters Jacqueline and Jennifer Garcia and Jeanette Garcia and her fiancé Eric Alicea. He will be remembered as a great dad. He is also survived by his sisters Sandra Valenti and Linda Enright, and his brother Jay Purcell.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 16, at 10:00 AM at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 203 East Avenue, Norwalk. Interment will follow in St. John Cemetery, 223 Richards Avenue, Norwalk.

Friends may call on Thursday, June 15, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk.

Christopher Morin, loving husband to Kate and father to Torie and Alistair, passed away on Tuesday, June 13^th at Norwalk Hospital.  Born July 13, 1970, in White Plains, NY, he was the son of Theresa Morin and the late Randall L. Morin.

Chris grew up in Riverside, CT and was a member of Innis Arden, where he developed his love of swimming and water polo. He was a member of the Greenwich High School Swim and Water Polo team, and later the Lynchburg College team. After college, Chris met an amazing woman, Kate Owen, who would become Kate Morin on June 15th, 1996. Together they moved to Norwalk, CT and had two beautiful children, Torie and Alistair. He was a devoted family man who lived to be at the pool with Torie, on the baseball field with Alistair, and making pancakes for anyone who would eat them. He never found a sport he didn’t love, a song he didn’t dance to, a tech gadget he couldn’t master, or a movie he didn’t re-watch 17 times. Chris’ love for life and everyone in it was contagious.

If he wasn’t watching the Yankees, at ComicCon with Alistair, or on a college tour with Torie, Chris was out in his community. Chris wore many hats, as a coach and board member for Norwalk Little League, he officiated Zeus swim meets and was eager to lend a hand, any way he could. His love for his family wasn’t limited to his immediate family. He spoke with his mother, Terry, every morning on the way to work and loved to visit his niece, Marley, at college in Atlanta. Together with his brother, Pat, sister, Jen, and their families, they had their own holiday, Little Christmas.

He held his friends like family. He would pick up conversation like it just left off, genuinely excited about what was going on in your life. No matter how far away you were, or how much time had gone by, it was always an easy conversation. He was passionate about his faith, and shared it with his friends and family at just the right times. The family attended Trinity Church in Greenwich for many years, was involved in small groups, and Chris sat on the Trinity council. In recent years, they became involved with YoungLife Norwalk and most recently with the Church of the Good Shepard and Soulfire Ministries.

Chris was a “boss” (probably still is). He is survived by his wife Kate, and children Victoria (Torie) and Alistair (Ali); his mother Theresa Morin, late father Randall Morin, his brother Patrick Morin, his sister and niece Jennifer Morin MacDougall and Marley MacDougall; as well as Kate’s family, father Jerry Owen and late mother Elizabeth; Sister Isobel Owen, her children Emilia, Sofia and Lucas and their father José Miguel Cuevas; Brother Edward Owen, his wife Caryn, and their children Kai and Beckett; And their always goofy dogs, Buffett, Jillybean, and the late great Owen;  Aunts, uncles, cousins, and a village of friends who are family. They will continue to carry on his memory in their hearts and minds forever.

There will be a memorial service on Tuesday, June 20^th at 10am at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 163 New Canaan Avenue in Norwalk, CT.

In lieu of sending flowers, donations can be made to the family’s memorial fund; www.gofundme.com/rememberingchrismorin.

Andrea Kitt-Bentley, 67, of Norwalk, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2017. She was born in Franklin, VA, on April 15, 1950, to the late Colonial and Gertrude Ricks. Andrea “Sweetie” attended and received her diploma through Norwalk School System. Sweetie was employed by Laidlaw Bus Company, later retiring from Star, Inc. She leaves behind to cherish her memory two daughters Valencia Kitt and Constance Kitt of Norwalk; two sons Terrence Kitt of Norwalk and Fred Kitt (Karen) of Bridgeport, CT; two brothers Curtis Ricks of Norwalk and Clester Ricks of Virginia; Thirteen grandchildren, six great Grandchildren and a host of family and friends.

Friends may call on Thursday June 22, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at The Miracle Temple Church of God in Christ, 2 Trinity Place Norwalk. Reverend Sonya Merrill-Williams will officiate the funeral service on Thursday at 11:00 AM. Interment will be held at a later date.

Reva Mae Walker of Bridgeport passed away Sunday, June 18, 2017 peacefully at home the age of 64.

Born April 22, 1953 in Conway, SC, she was the daughter of the late Joseph (Murray) Walker and Alla Mae Moore Walker.

Reva was a long time Norwalk resident where she attended Brien McMahon High School and Norwalk Community College.  She worked the past 20+ years for the town of Wilton as a finance department clerk.  She loved antiques and thrift shopping; day trips and concerts with her “partner in crime” Jennett.

She will be sadly missed by her children Vanessa Walker Nashe (Kerri) of Norwalk, Yonkaron Bullock of Bridgeport, Shanee Fulton of Glendale, CA; her mother Alla Mae Walker; grandchildren Kayla, Tajeek, Jhamil, Kyle & Kennedy;  sisters Donnella Bryan (Tim), Jennett Walker,  Ida Walker Malik (Kalim) and brother Dwaine Pearson and a host of nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by her father Joseph (Murray) Walker and her brothers Joe Lewis, Joseph Jr., Lawrence, Timothy & Marion.

The viewing will be held on Sunday, June 25^th from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk.  Funeral services will be on Monday, June 26^th at 10:00am at Collins Funeral Home.  Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery, Riverside Avenue, Norwalk.

Theresa I. Garibaldi, 80, wife of Joseph Garibaldi Jr. of Norwalk passed away June 22, 2017. Memorial visitation: Wed., 5:00 PM-7:00 PM at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Ave. Norwalk.

Sally T. Battista, 96, wife of Angelo Battista of Norwalk passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2017, at Norwalk Hospital.

Born in Stamford, CT, on October 3, 1920, she was the daughter of the late James and Mildred Medurga Cogliandro.

In addition to her husband, Angelo, Sally is survived by her daughter Lorraine Meeker of Middletown, CT, grandchildren; Edward and Scott Meeker, great grandchildren; Troy, Shayne, and Alex Meeker, her siblings; Jane Sabini, Anita Russo and Anthony Cogliandro, and by many nieces and nephews.

Sally was predeceased by her sisters Rose Capperelle and Silvia Testa.

Services are Pending.

Julio C. Flores, 73, husband of Martha Castellanos Flores passed away June 24, 2017. Friends may call on Thursday from 5:00-9:00 PM at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk.

Frances Bossone DiCostanzo, 94, of Norwalk passed away peacefully on Monday, June 26^th, with family by her side.

Born in Rowayton, CT, January 12, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Virginia Bossone. She was the wife of the late Ted DiCostanzo, who together owned and operated Ted’s Men Shop, a clothier on Main Avenue in Norwalk. Frances, was preceded in death by her brothers: Mac, Scipione, Romas, Guido, John & Benito Bossone.

She will be remembered and missed by many. Frances was very active in the St. Thomas Parish, and the local AARP chapter. She enjoyed family outings, cooking and gardening. She was a kind thoughtful person and wonderful aunt to her many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank Waveny Life Care and Assisted Living of New Canaan along with Caring Partners of Westport for their friendship, compassion and support that they showed our Aunt Frances along her journey of life.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, June 29, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Thomas The Apostle Church, 203 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT. Entombment will follow at Saint John Cemetery, 223 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT.

Joseph J. Ferraro, Sr.84, of Norwalk, husband of Philomena Pirro Ferraro, died Wednesday, June 28, 2017, at Wilton Meadows Health Care Center.

Born in Norwalk, February 12, 1933, son of the late Michael and Nicoletta Caccitto Ferraro, he was a life-long city resident. In his youth, he played basketball with St. Joseph Parish C. Y. O. team. Mr. Ferraro was a Korean War veteran of the U. S. Army. Joining the Norwalk Fire Department in 1956, Joe served the city for twenty-eight years, retiring in 1984. He also had a landscaping business. After retirement, Joe was a security guard at Stew Leonard’s for twenty years. He was a member of the Laurels Athletic Club and a member of the South Norwalk Boat Club for over thirty years.

Survivors in addition to his wife include a son Joseph J. Ferraro, Jr. and his wife Lisa, of New Canaan, grandsons; Tyler and Ryan Ferraro, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Mr. Ferraro is predeceased by siblings; Lawrence and William Ferraro, Mary Goldman and Tina Marino.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, July 1^st, at 10:00 A. M. in St. Jerome Church, 23 Half Mile Road. Entombment, with Military and Fire Department Honors, will take place in St. John Cemetery, Norwalk.

Friends may call Friday, June 30, from 4:00 to 8:00 P. M. at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk.

The family requests contributions to St. Jerome Church, 23 Half Mile Road, Norwalk, CT 06851, or the South Norwalk Boat Club Scholarship Fund, 17 Mack Street, So. Norwalk, CT 06854

Michael P. Drozd, 74, husband of Diane Buhler Drozd, of Norwalk, passed away peacefully at home on June 28 th , 2017. Born November 13, 1942, he was the son of the late Michael and Anna Orban Drozd.

Mike graduated from Norwalk High School and served in the U, S. Navy and Naval Reserves for six years. For over 30 years he worked as an arborist for Cotta Expert Tree Company. He was a member of the American Legion and a “Thirty Year Member” of the South Norwalk Boat Club. Mike loved spending time with his family, sports cars, traveling and being there to help out in any way he could. He had a wonderfully subtle sense of humor and was a very generous man who was devoted to his family and friends.

In addition to his wife he is survived by sons; Michael Scott Drozd, and his wife, Kristine, of Redding, David Drozd, and his wife, Connie, of Norwalk, two grandsons; Daniel and Jameson. In addition to his parents he is predeceased by a sister, Sandra Drozd Eyes, and brother-in-law, Marshall Eyes.

Friends may call Sunday from 4:00 to 7:00 P. M. at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk. A prayer service will commence at 7:00 P. M. Burial with Military Honors will take place at 11:00 A. M. in St. John Cemetery, 223 Richards Avenue. The family requests contributions to the South Norwalk Boat Club Scholarship Fund, 17 Mack Street, So. Norwalk, CT 06854.

Herbert E. Mahn, age 96, died Friday June 16 at The Clare Bridge Unit, Brookdale Assisted Living Facility in Wilton Connecticut. He was born at home and grew up in Stoneham, MA. His family included his father Herbert Augustus Mahn, his mother Edith Maria Mahn and his sister Beverly Ruth Mahn (Surette). He graduated from Stoneham High School in 1940. After high school he worked with the Civilian Conservation Corps. on various municipal projects in New England. He once wrote that his ambition was to own a diversified farm. He was enrolled in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at UMASS when war broke out in 1941 and he enlisted in 1942. He was commissioned as a 2nd Lt. from the Armored School OCS. He later deployed as a Tank Unit Commander first in North Africa (Tunisia) then into Italy with the invasion force at Anzio beach. He assisted in the liberation of Rome, and later fought in the Apennines and the Po Valley. He was injured on Mar. 2, 1945 while outside his tank when a mine was triggered by the tread of a tank behind him. He recovered in Livorno, Italy from extensive wounds to his legs and back. He had to have his right knee reconstructed before he could return to his unit (751st Tank Battalion). He was awarded the Purple Heart and had 5 battle Stars awarded for the 5 campaigns in which he participated.

Leaving the military and returning back to the States, he visited his parents in Westport, CT, where they had been living during the war. It was there that he met his future wife, Gladys Tranberg, who came from a Swedish family in Fairfield. They were married on June 14, 1947 in First Church of Christ, Fairfield. They had two children, Susan Beverly and Cynthia Elaine and built a house on Colonial Road in Westport. Herbert’s business was within walking distance from the house (The Model Garage). He once wrote that the job he liked the most was “repairing all the war-weary cars that wheezed in”. He sold the business in the late 1960’s and became a Vocational Instructor teaching Automotive Technologies for the State of Connecticut, retiring in 1983. He sold his house and moved to a small town in New Hampshire (New Hampton). He was active in his Community Church and the Gordon-Nash library where he served as Trustee and headed up the Friends of the Library and ran their annual book sale. He planted trees. He found time to work on his 1931 Model A Ford Cabriolet and go to Antique car events all over New England. He spent time with his married daughters, sons-in-law Ralph Slater and Jeff Schaefer, the grandchildren, Robert, Andrew, Steven Slater and Becky Schaefer. In 2004 he returned to Connecticut with Gladys to be closer to the family. Gladys died in 2011. Herbert remained in Assisted Living Facilities in Wilton and Norwalk until his death.

The funeral service will be held at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk at 12 noon on Saturday July 22. Calling hours are from 10 to 12 prior to the service. A private interment at the family plot in Stoneham, MA will take place on Monday July 24. In lieu of flowers it is requested that contributions be made in his name to the Friends of Gordon-Nash Library, 69 Main St., New Hampton, NH 03256.