Stratford Residents Remembered for Their Lives and Contributions
Recent death notices from Stratford, Connecticut have been made public. Among them is Roy T. Thompson, an 82-year-old veteran who served as a U.S. Navy Seabee during the Vietnam War era and later worked as a kitchen designer at Home Depot. He enjoyed various hobbies, including woodworking, flying remote-controlled airplanes, and participating in Stratford Baptist Church and the Stratford Veterans Museum.
Other notable individuals include Robin Irene (Johnson) Myers, a 70-year-old former hairdresser and medical laboratory worker who traveled extensively and played video poker in Las Vegas. John F. 'Jack' Guckert Sr., a 97-year-old veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, also passed away, as did John 'Cool' Joseph Lombard, a 76-year-old carpenter who enjoyed Corvettes and completing crossword puzzles.
The deceased also include Freda B. Quintiliano, an 88-year-old retired supervisor from the State of Connecticut Department of Unemployment, who traveled to beach destinations and played bingo at the Devon VFW. Donald 'Don' Jeffery Stump, a 79-year-old real estate developer, contractor, and media professional, was also remembered for his love of sailing, golf, and woodworking.
Lastly, Nidia Maryann Garcia, a 76-year-old retired sales associate from Madison Jewelers, is being mourned by her family and friends. She enjoyed cooking, entertaining, and traveling with her husband, as well as volunteering at St. James Parish.