Obituary: Gabriella S. Izzo
She worked as a hairdresser more than 50 years, was a devoted member of Assumption Church and a talented chef who specialized in cuisine from her Italian hometown.
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Tag: Obituaries
Obituary: Jean Wanat
The lifetime Westport resident with her late husband co-owned Westport Electric, was a longtime member of Assumption Church, and is remembered “for her sense of humor and zest for life.”
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Obituary: John Edward Backus
The lifelong Westporter was a talented athlete at Staples High School, served with the Marines’ presidential honor guard, was a Westport PAL coach and worked in the publishing field for several magazines.
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Obituary: F. Stephanie Ball
The former Westporter had worked as a stockbroker, loved to travel and with her husband helped found “a longstanding social club in Westport known as the Turkeys.”
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Obituary: William Leonard Gault
The lifelong Westporter was a fourth-generation leader of Gault family companies; active in the community with the YMCA and Rotary; world traveler, and remembered as “a hardworking, kind-hearted man who lived a life true to himself and had family at his core.”
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Obituary: Robert Taylor Gault
He grew up in Westport, became an architect whose projects included area residential, commercial and institutional buildings, specializing in historic restoration for which he received awards in Westport and elsewhere.
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Obituary: Timothy J. Lewis
He had a career in private equity and business consulting; cherished his roots in Kansas City and a cappella singing at Yale, and was a Westport soccer commissioner, but particularly valued time spent with family.
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Obituary: John ‘Jeb’ E. Ball
The Staples High School graduate held executive positions in the printing and HVAC industries, and is remembered for “living large” in everything he did, “never hesitating to speak his mind, sing loudly or laugh heartily. He truly brought joy and authenticity to every moment.”
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Obituary: Kathryn E. McCabe
Formerly a longtime Westport resident, she was a social worker, volunteered at Earthplace, loved reading, the arts and skiing, and is remembered as someone who “lived life to the fullest.”
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Obituary: Claire Hunter
Formerly a longtime Westport resident, she had moved to northern Virginia.
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Obituary: Jianmei ‘Jamie’ Zheng
The longtime lover of art and music, which influenced her travels to destinations worldwide, is remembered as someone whose “greatest joy came from spending time with her family and celebrating her daughters’ every accomplishment.”
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Obituaries: Peter and Gloria Garcia
The couple, who both died earlier this year within a short period of time from each other, formerly were longtime Westport residents.
Read MoreObituary: Robert ‘Bob’ Carli, Sr.
The former Westporter, who grew up here playing baseball and football, retired as a golf superintendent and is remembered as someone who “had an insatiable curiosity and knowledge about many things … and connected easily with people.”
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Obituary: Sheryl Lynn (Gillis) Jagerson
Devoted to environmental causes, she was an entrepreneur in the sailing field, an ocean-sailing crew mate when that was rare for women, and among her community activities, helped create the Mill Pond Preserve, led a pioneering Ban-the-Bag initiative, co-founded the Habitat for Humanity ReStore and helped found the Westbridge Coalition.
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Obituary: Edith Smith Schiefer
The former Westporter was a professional in the payments field who worked for several financial institutions; loved to travel, and is “remembered for her grace and compassion, and for the strong and positive examples she set for so many.”
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Obituary: Mary Lee Rotella
A longtime Westport resident, she had worked as a convalescent home CNA and at Coleytown Elementary School’s cafeteria; loved to cook, fish and garden, and is remembered as someone whose “absolute favorite thing to do was to bring people together and make others happy and feel cared for.”
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Obituary: Brendan Joseph Donohoe, 88
The former Westporter had been a maitre’d at local restaurants including Chez Pierre; was an officer and investor in gold mining firms; had a keen interest in history, and was an avid runner.
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Obituary: Alexanderina ‘Ina’ Lozyniak, 89
The longtime Westport resident was a member of Saugatuck Congregational Church and is remembered as someone who “relished time spent with friends and family, and was loved by everyone who knew her.”
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Obituary: Susan Jane Beeby
A former teacher, she helped to restore the original Bedford Gardens in Westport and is remembered by family as “endlessly patient, endlessly tender, forever loyal.”
Read MoreObituary: Mary Ann Batsell
The longtime Westport resident is remembered by family and friends for “her love of the beach, her gardens, her tireless energy and her wit.”
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Seth Sikes: Everything’s Coming Up Rainbows – A Broadway Pride Concert w/s/g Rose Levine – FREE SHOW
Seth Sikes, one of New York’s standout cabaret performers, brings his signature charm and mischief to songs made famous by broadway female icons like Judy Garland, Bernadette Peters, Liza Minnelli, Barbra Streisand, and Patti LuPone. Big voices, bigger feelings, and just the right amount of trouble—these diva anthems and torchy tales of love and loss […]
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Golf, Mahjong, Canasta Tournaments
Westport Country Playhouse hosts golf, mahjong, and canasta tournaments at Birchwood Country Club in Westport on Monday, June 15. Fundraiser in support of Westport Country Playhouse.
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1776 at 250: Celebrating America’s History with Song & Story
Join us for an engaging lecture hosted by Professor Gil Harel, exploring the iconic musical 1776 in the context of America’s 250th birthday in 2026. This talk will delve into how the musical, first performed in 1969, vividly portrays the struggles and compromises surrounding the signing of the Declaration of Independence, capturing the revolutionary spirit […]
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Isle of Klezbos: Pride Concert – FREE SHOW
Lauded by New York Magazine for "cutting edge klezmer," and the L.A. Blade as "rapturous and rollicking," the band specializes also in re-grooved standards, obscure vintage soundtrack gems, and genre-defying originals. Isle of Klezbos approaches Yiddish musical traditions with loving irreverence and profound respect. Now in their 27th year and counting, with a touring history […]
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A Taste of History
Join Tastebudsct for a culinary journey to America's founding — a flavorful and fun way to celebrate America's 250th anniversary! We will revisit the culinary traditions of early Americans, when simplicity, resourcefulness, and a deep connection to nature were the hallmarks of cooking styles. The tasting menu includes Johnnycakes, Traditional Wampanoag Succotash Recipe and Old […]
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Get Happy
Westport Country Playhouse will present “Get Happy!,” a concert celebrating the legendary entertainer Judy Garland. The show was nominated for BroadwayWorld’s San Diego 2021 Regional Awards for Best Cabaret/Concert/Solo Performance. Artist, creator, and producer Jenna Pastuszek will sing music from “The Wizard of Oz,” “Easter Parade,” “Judy Live at Carnegie Hall,” “Judy at The Palace,” […]
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Luke Tyler Shelton – FREE SHOW
Born in the new millennium, Luke Tyler Shelton makes soul-soothing rock-and-roll with all the ineffable charm of a faraway time. With a profound gift for dreaming up heavenly melodies and fantastically loose grooves, the Los Angeles native found his sound as part of a close-knit scene of young musicians and artists—a DIY-minded community whose spirit […]
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Exploring the Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive
Join us for a fascinating lecture with folklorist and researcher Derek Piotr, founder of The Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive. The Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive was established by Derek Piotr in August 2022. The Archive contains over 1,500 audio recordings made from March 2020 onward, and preserves diverse representations of folklife; ballads, hymns, tales, poems, children’s […]
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Dirty Sock Funtime Band: Children’s Series – FREE SHOW
Get ready! The Dirty Sock Funtime Band (DSFB) returns to the Levitt Pavilion's Epstein Stage to blast off the Children's Series Launch with an extra special show! Take part in this wild, musical comedy show where anything (and we mean anything) can happen and everyone is celebrated for who they are! Join the adventures of […]
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Chris Pierce – Juneteenth Concert – FREE SHOW
“One of America’s most talented, gifted, and affecting artists.” — American Songwriter Chris Pierce is a singular American voice whose songs carry equal parts soul, truth, and grace. Rooted in folk, blues, and Americana, his music speaks plainly and powerfully to the human condition, earning him a reputation as one of the most moving performers […]
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Art Adventures! – Saturday Drop-In Art Class for Kids
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 […]
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LUCIUS
Formed by lead vocalists and songwriters Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, acclaimed indie band Lucius is best known for their sinuous harmonies and highly-original, pop-noir musical artistry. The group, which includes multi-instrumentalists Peter Lalish and Dan Molad, have released three albums, and toured the globe, cultivating a passionate following for their ingenious art-pop creations and […]
Location
Westport, US
4:10 pm,
June 14, 2026
84°F
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