Sunday, March 25, 2012
The savvy businessman brought bagels to a national audience and was "larger than life."
More than 1,500 dignitaries, family members and friends gathered to celebrate the life of Murray Lender, the philanthropist and food executive whose family bagel business Lender’s Bagels is credited with nationalizing an ethnic staple, at a funeral service on Sunday in Woodbridge. Lender, formerly of Woodbridge, died from complications of a fall in Aventura, Fla., on March 21 at the age of 81. The service took place at the Congregation B’Nai Jacob. Rabbi Joel Levenson, who officiated at the service on Sunday, remembered Lender as having “a smile that would fill this sanctuary. He loved to make all of us happy,” Levenson said. Throughout a service that took place on a chill, gray day, Lender was remembered for his warmth, his joy—and, …
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
The beloved longtime WTNH meteorologist and East Haven resident passed away today at the age of 66 after 'living a dream" as a Connecticut weatherman.
Dr. Mel Goldstein, the longtime WTNH meteorologist and shoreline East Haven resident, passed away today at the age of 66, according to a report on WTNH. Dr. Mel, as most people know him, was one of the most well-known figures in the state, having served as a full-time weatherman for the New Haven television station since 1986 — until his ailing health forced him into retirement last October. Goldstein was diagnosed more than 15 years ago with multiple myeloma, a form of bone cancer that affects the body’s immune system. WTNH reports that VP and General Manager Mark Higgins said in an e-mail to station staff, "We not only lost a great journalist today, but a great humanitarian and close friend." Goldstein gave a special "farewell forecast…
Monday, December 5, 2011
The Woodbridge resident's family provides an official obituary.
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Monday, December 5, 2011
Richard “Dick” Fiske, 75, of Woodbridge, died November 28, 2011, in a boating accident in Oxford. He was a principal of Ravenswood Homes of Cheshire for the past 48 years. Under his innovative leadership, he developed and built more than 2,500 homes in Connecticut, as well as multiple commercial properties. Fiske was instrumental in the establishment of Temple Beth David in Cheshire, where he served as its first president and remained an indispensable part of temple life. He was a dedicated member of the Jewish Community Center, as well as the New Haven Rowing Club, and the UVM Alumni Association. His zest for life was evident in his many activities and interests: sailing, skiing, biking, running, traveling, and most of all, rowing. Born …
Friday, November 4, 2011
"He was an outstanding representative for his family and for our school athletic department."
Joey Ciancola was beloved by everyone who knew him, from classmates, to teammates, to teachers and coaches, and parents of fellow students. By all acounts he was the ideal son, brother, friend, student, athlete. On Oct. 24, Joey collapsed on the playing field at the University of Rhode Island with a 105-degree temperature during a pre-season baseball practice. He died three days later after his kidneys and liver failed. He was 20 years old. His former Amity teammates and coaches went to Rhode Island Hospital to visit him, among them, Hockey Coach Gary Lindgren. On Friday, Oct. 28, Lindgren talked to Patch about his relationship and admiration for Joey, his voice often breaking up during the conversation. "Joey and I had a very special and …
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Friday, October 28, 2011
Loved and admired by many, Joey Ciancola will not soon be forgotten.
While the Ciancola family of Orange is suffering the unbearable loss of 20 year old Joseph "JoJo" Ciancola, the community also is trying to deal with the news. At last night's selectman's debate a family friend told Patch that Joey's grandparents had gone to visit him at the University of Rhode Island last weekend and on Monday he collapsed during a baseball practice with a 105-degree temperature. He was brought to South County Hospital in Wakefield, RI and later transported to Rhode Island Hospital. Our source said Joe lost his kidney and liver functions, and was put into a medically induced coma. All tests showed he had no drugs in his system. "He went into cardiac arrest on Wednesday night, but they were able to bring him back," she …
Thursday, October 27, 2011
While away at college, Joey Ciancola became ill and reportedly slipped into a coma. He died today.
Joey Ciancola, a 2010 Amity Grad and star baseball pitcher and hockey player has died. We will have more information as it becomes available.
Monday, September 19, 2011
Ed Redfield died on Sept. 11, just hours after the dedication of the 9-11 Memorial in front of the Firehouse on Center Road.
Past Chief Ed Redfield was a beloved member of the Woodbridge Fire Association. This was clear from the fondness shown toward him at this year's Firemen's Installation Dinner. Redfield was just shy of his 60-year anniversary as a Woodbridge Firefighter, which would have made him the longest serving member. Today, the firefighters will show their respect for the chief by giving him one last ride around the center of town in the antique fire truck after his funeral service in New Haven. Townspeople who cannot make it to the church service are welcome and encouraged to say goodbye as the fire truck passes by Town Hall and the firehouse on the way to the Eastside Cemetery, 157 South Pease Road. Here is Chief Redfield's obituary as printed in …
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Beth Gold
9:31 am on Sunday, May 13, 2012
He was up there with Dr. Mel as alarger-than-life local hero. more ›