Obituary: Richard ‘Dicki’ DePalma, 76
The Staples High School graduate and Navy veteran worked for Southern New England Telephone Co., and later retired to build his “dream home” in the Berkshires of Massachusetts.
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The Staples High School graduate and Navy veteran worked for Southern New England Telephone Co., and later retired to build his “dream home” in the Berkshires of Massachusetts.
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The former owner of Boccanfuso Bros., he “took pride in his work and built his entire life with his own two hands.”
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An electrical engineer by trade, he was “a devoted sailor and boatsman” active in several local boating groups.
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Saturday service planned by family; he was an electrician, and expert in the telecommunications and amateur radio fields.
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Born in England, in 1967 she moved to Westport, where Sherwood Island became a favorite place, and she was a “health and wellness pioneer.”
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The longtime resident of Westport and Weston worked in the real estate field for 45 years, and in 1984, founded her own agency, Mila Grieb Village Realty.
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Born and raised in the Saugatuck neighborhood, he was a Navy veteran of World War II and spent many years as physical educator, coach and athletic director in Wilton, which paid tribute to him with the Nicholas T. Zeoli Fieldhouse.
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Formerly a longtime Westport resident, he worked in the financial field, had been a member of the Y’s Men and played clarinet in the Westport Community Band.
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The lifelong Westport resident worked as a teenager at the Arrow restaurant in Saugatuck, founded by his grandparents; later served as a firefighter for more than three decades and “loved racing of all sorts.”
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The lifelong Westport resident had a varied career, but “her most cherished role was creating a loving home for her family.”
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She started her own accounting firm, served as treasurer of the Saugatuck Co-op and was noted for her “exceptional soprano voice.”
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The lifelong Westport resident was an arborist who was the “mainstay” of the family business, New England Nurseries, and an avid fisherman.
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The longtime Westport resident was a Staples High School graduate, operated the Hair Place salon for decades and was “all-round life enthusiast.”
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An independent truck driver and heavy machine operator, he enjoyed music and riding his Harley.
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He built four software businesses over the course of his career, and took pride in helping mentor the people who worked there.
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The married mother of one loved boating and enjoyed bringing happiness to others.
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The married father of two daughters was a respected economist and “lifelong adventurer,” who died last week while mountaineering in the Adirondacks.
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She leaves a legacy of human rights and political activism, advocacy for women and support for community institutions like the Westport Library.
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The internationally known ophthalmologist pioneered landmark technology in the medical field.
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He was an accomplished sailor and classic car enthusiast.
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Join the Friends of Fairfield Public Library for their Annual Meeting & Author Event, featuring Latina authors Naima Coster and Cleyvis Natera in conversation with Christine Kandic Torres. In celebration of Latin American Heritage Month (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15), the authors will discuss Coster's book Take What You Can (release date: August 4) and […]
Join us for a special evening showcasing the winners of the 2025 Heida Hermanns International Music Competition. Since taking top honors last fall at MoCACT, these already exceptional pianists have gone on to impressive achievements, performing on major stages and earning recognition at worldwide competitions. Ye-Eun Hyun, a native of South Korea, began her musical […]
Your child can join us every Saturday for a relaxed and inspiring drop-in art class at the museum! Whether your child is an experienced artist or just looking to have fun, our multi-media classes offer a creative space to explore new techniques and expression through art. Each session is designed to be fun, interactive, and […]
Everyone’s favorite Big Red Dog, Clifford – bounds onto the stage in a brand-new musical comedy adventure that celebrates friendship, imagination, and the magic of unconditional love!
Mix and mingle with the authors and browse and buy books! Meet some of Fairfield’s local authors! You will have the opportunity to ask the authors questions and get some insight into their books. And if you love a book, you can purchase it and get it signed! We also invite you to grab a […]
Everyone’s favorite Big Red Dog, Clifford – bounds onto the stage in a brand-new musical comedy adventure that celebrates friendship, imagination, and the magic of unconditional love!
Westport Country Playhouse will present a masterclass with actor Andrew Keenan-Bolger, best known for originating the role of Crutchie in Disney’s “Newsies” on Broadway. Titled “Building Characters from the Inside Out,” the interactive masterclass will give participants an opportunity to explore the craft of character development through monologue work, script analysis, and imaginative storytelling. The […]
Please join us for our Fall Soundwaves concert, Echoes of Vienna, featuring the Library's trio-in-residence, Lions Gate Trio. Katie Lansdale on violin, Darrett Adkins on cello, and Florence Millet on piano will present a wonderful musical whirl through the centuries, exploring two masterworks by composers influenced by the city of Vienna. The concert will be […]
Experience a compelling evening of film and conversation with Steal This Story, Please! on Wednesday, September 23 at 6pm in the MoCACT galleries. This feature documentary traces the career of Amy Goodman, the acclaimed journalist behind Democracy Now!, whose reporting spans major global conflicts and pivotal moments in U.S. history. Directed by Academy Award–nominated filmmaker […]
FREE TICKET SHOW | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 | 7:30PM SHOW / 6:30PM DOORS Free tickets may be reserved in advance via Event Website linked below! Free tickets are also issued […]
The Discover Boating® Norwalk Boat Show, in partnership with Progressive®, returns to Norwalk Cove Marina September 24-27, 2026, with free boat rides and paddle sports demos, new Captain’s Cove interactive education center, complimentary Boating 101 tours, expanded Engine Alley, and kids’ activities — plus local food trucks, delicious “docktails,” and fun for the whole family. […]
For over 50 years, Ailey II – The Next Generation of Dance – has merged the spirit and energy of the country’s finest early-career dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today’s most outstanding and emerging choreographers. Founded by Alvin Ailey in 1974, this universally renowned company embodies his pioneering mission to establish […]
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