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Volume 14, Number 26

Thursday, June 29, 2023

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In this photo from 2010, fireworks light up the sky over Kurtz Farms in Cheshire.

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Fireworks at the farm Record-Journal staff

Kurtz Farms in Cheshire will hold a fireworks show on Tuesday, July 4 around 9:15 p.m. “It’s a private fireworks show we have every year and people come from around town to watch it,” said Earl Kurtz.

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Capital plan eyes HVAC school improvements

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Mike Krzyzewski, former men’s basketball coach at Duke University, poses with Cheshire residents David and Diana Hunter and their children Aaralyn, 10, Leo, 8, and Aniela, 6, during the 37th annual Franciscan Sports Banquet and Silent Auction, held June 6 at the Aqua Turf Club in Southington. “Coach K” was being celebrated for his contributions to community service and faith.

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CHESHIRE — The Town Council voted this month to move forward with several large projects as part of its capital budget, which will be formally voted on and approved at

its next meeting on July 11. There are six project items that are planned that could be up for referendum, the largest of which is a comprehensive HVAC improvement to Doolittle Elementary School and

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Apparently, I am not the only one who has experienced vacation angst of one kind or As I am on the phone talking another. My girlfriend Helen with the vacation booking ser- (name changed to protect the vice about a refund, the own- innocent) remembers a trip er texts me. He apologizes for she and her husband took to The trouble began before we not getting back to me sooner Florida. Their plan was to even got in the door of our (he was at the gym) and he is drive to Key West. However, rental. In fact, getting in was sorry he forgot to update the Helen was fascinated by the the first problem. The owner lockbox location and the new lure of Key Largo, a destinaof this million-dollar watercombination. tion made famous by the front house gave us detailed movie with Bogart and Bacall.

I could tell you everything directions on where to find “Please, please, please,” she went perfectly smoothly after begged her husband. Could the lockbox with the keys. It that, but it would be a lie. A would be on the backside of they please go and stay the number of lights in the house night? Helen said it was the the lattice, about five feet up, on the first floor of the house. did not work. Not a problem biggest surprise when they ar–unless you have to go up a rived at their run-down, peelNo, it was not. I looked. The flight of steep stairs in the ing paint Key Largo motel hubby looked. The kid dark. Then there was the boat with a rundown town to go looked. Nothing. We looked dock. As it turned out, it was a with it, topped off by beeragain. We looked under the public dock. Couple the fishdrinking, cigarette-smoking deck. We looked under the ing and boating traffic with first-floor open storage area. It the next-door neighbors, who fishermen with peeling sunburns. was nowhere to be found. had an easement through our And then there’s my friend I called the owner. I texted the small parking lot, and there was non-stop vehicle traffic.

Mitch. Poor Mitch. He and his owner. No reply. By the time No privacy. wife rented a “cute little beach the in-laws and extended cabin with a kitchenette in family from North Carolina The online description of the Old Orchard Beach in Maine, arrived, an hour after the offi- perfect vacation rental also cial check-in time, I had left a failed to mention the working a few years back. Mitch said the vacation started great: handful of messages for the marina next door, complete “We spent the morning shopowner with no success. All of with loud, salty sailors and ping and stocking up on live us, including the cousins salty language, plus boat pol- lobsters for dinner. The beach scoured the property. Someishing and grinding beginwas gorgeous, but the water one finally found the lockbox ning at 8 a.m. was ice cold. We bobbed – it turned up on a shed near around for two hours and got And then there was the train. the boat dock. By the way, No one had mentioned that a blistering sunburns. Then the there was no lattice on the sky opened up. It poured so high-speed railroad passenshed. hard that the ant colony living ger train was located behind Our victory celebration was underneath the cabin came the house. It reminded us it short-lived. The combination was there every 20 minutes, up through the floorboards to the lockbox did not work. I all day and all night. It got to and overtook every available tried. The hubby tried. The inch of indoor space. They the point that when the miskid tried. The cousins gave it a matched China dishes in the were even inside the refrigergo. Nothing. It’s two hours af- cabinets started clinking and ator. We drove back home to ter our appointed check-in the floors began to vibrate, ev- CT that night.” time. Grandpa wants to go

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The following was posted to cheshirelibrary.org Just like the rest of the library, the Seed Library is here to make free resources available to you, our community. Visitors will find flower, herb, and vegetable seeds to take home and plant in their own containers and gardens. You’ll find the seed library on the lower level of our building near the Gardening section of books.

You may take up to five packets of seeds and peruse our garden resources while you’re here!

Where did you get the seeds?

They generally send last year’s leftover stock. These are still “good” and have not expired due to age, although you might see slightly lower germination rates than brand new packages.

Do I need to check them out, bring the packaging back?

All we ask is that you fill out the log giving us an idea of how many packages you took and which types. You don’t have to check anything out or bring anything back, although we are happy to take donations if you find you have extra seeds lying around!

Submissions must be received by 5 p.m. Friday to be considered for publication the following Thursday. Send submissions to news@thecheshirecitizen.com.

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CHESHIRE — Local Bob Magyar has received accolades for participating in the Connecticut Masters’ Games Pickleball Tournament at Rocky Hill Fitness Center.

The 80-year-old took home two gold medals for his performance in mixed doubles and men's singles matches in the 75 and above category, and he collected one silver in men's doubles in a higher competitive bracket.

the pandemic, Kieffer has since played in half a dozen tournaments and received medals in most of them.

For both Kieffer and Magyar, playing and competing is only half the fun of pickleball. What keeps them both in the sport is the friendly and welcoming sense of community.

tive. Having played racquetball since he was 35, Magyar has ranked as number one in the state in the sport and competed in several national tournaments. He and his wife, who were both active in athletics, had stopped after having to undergo medical procedures.

Looking to get back into a sport, Magyar was drawn to “When the pandemic hit, I pickleball, as it is similar to was just looking for someracquetball, but not as strenthing to do outside with oth- uous to pick up and play. It’s er people, some kind of exeasy to learn, but difficult to ercise. I didn't want to go to master, said Magyar. “I've alMagyar and his wife took up the YMCA where it was inways had competitive inpickleball when looking for a doors. Pickleball just seemed stincts or feelings. And so to be kind of like a mishway to get active during the when I started playing pickmash of every racket sport I pandemic, and they’re not leball and I found out about ever played in my life, and the only ones. An entire this tournament, I decided community has sprung up in just kind of put them all toit'd be fun to play,” he said.

Cheshire and the surround- gether. And it was fun, good Many people seem surprised exercise, and a great way to ing area around the sport, meet people,” Kieffer said. “I that Magyar is continuing to with many people particidon't really warm up to peo- be out and active at 80 years pating across ages and skill old. He hopes that seeing levels, competing both casu- ple easily. And so pickleball is just a great way to do that. him out on the court will enally and competitively.

You have a common interest, courage people his age, and One of them is The Revyou're mixing and matching others, to “keep on moving erend Kenneth Kieffer, who as long as you can.” partners all the time, so it's presides over the Cheshire not just you and one person “It's a combination. You United Methodist playing everybody.” have to be blessed, you have Church. Having also taken For Magyar, pickleball was a to work at it,” Magyar said. up the sport when looking great way to get up and acfor something to do during

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In Brief The Cheshire Public Library hosted local author Richard Deluca on June 21, for his talk, "Connecticut in Motion: How Four Centuries of Transportation Shaped our State." While the transportation choices made early on were not always economical, nor sensible, Deluca said the decisions ultimately led to private toll roads, public paved roads and highways. Deluca is the author of "Post Roads & Iron Horses" and "Paved Roads & Public Money." Deluca, on the right, is pictured with audience member Jerry Esposito.

Marines sought The Marine Corps League, Hardware City Detachment in New Britain is actively looking for new members. You do not have to live in New Britain to be a member.

The Hardware City Detachment regularly supports local veterans and their families in need, and participates in many local celebrations and remembrances.

The Hardware City Detachment meets the first Wednesday of the month, 6:30 p.m., at the Berlin VFW, 152 Massirio Drive.

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In Brief Cheshire residents and individuals employed by, or seeking employment with, a business in town may come to the Cheshire Police Department and have their fingerprints taken.

Fingerprinting services are available Mondays and Saturdays, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

There is a $5 fee. Photo identification is required.

Applicants are required to pre-enroll with the Connecticut Criminal History Request System (ct.flexcheck.us.idemia.io/ cchrspreenroll). Fingerprints for pistol permit applicants will only be taken when a complete application packet is ready to be turned in.

Car seats To schedule a car seat inspection appointment, contact Cheshire police officer Kristian Johnson at 203-2715544. Arrange to bring your child and all safety seat instructions to the inspection.

For more information on child safety and safety seats, visit Safekids.org.

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The confidential program was suspended during the pandemic and is now open.It involves up to six lessons with a professional art teacher from Artsplace in the client’s home.

No experience or art ability is necessary.

At the conclusion of the program the artwork is framed and returned to the client.

For more information or to enroll in the ART HEALS program, contact Joan Pilarczyk at 203-272-2787, or jpilarczyk@cheshirect.org.

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and student at Albertus these different communities all around Connecticut,” Magnus College, CoughCoughlin said. “Pickleball is lin picked up the sport durFrom A4 probably the most inclusive ing the pandemic as well, sport there is. And that's beand now plays across the twenty “We're not crazy. We like to state and competitively. She cause everybody can play it. work out and exercise and also maintains several social It doesn't matter what age do everything in moderayou are.” media accounts where she tion. My wife and I don't talks pickleball. smoke, which is fortunate, To continue bolstering the but just have a decent local pickleball community, “I think the thing about lifestyle. And I think it really pickleball is it's so addicting Kieffer is aiming to found helps you mentally to get out for a variety of reasons. One a league with other there and play with people Methodist churches in the is the social aspect. You your age or younger.” meet so many great people area, like Southington and Wallingford. playing pickleball, and the Jessica Coughlin is one of more people you meet, the those younger pickleball more people they introduce “We're going to start a fun players. A Durham resident you to. And you just meet all and friendly rec. league. It's kinda like the old days when the churches used to have a softball league or something like that,” Kieffer said.

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The following is from Ilona Somogyi, executive director and co-founder of the Ball & Socket Arts facility.

On the evening of June 21, at an executive session, the Cheshire Town Council voted to accept a 20year lease agreement (with a 10-year extension) between CPFA Artsplace and Ball & Socket Arts.

The motion was unanimously passed in a resoundingly favorable bipartisan vote.

The decision comes after over a year of designing, budgeting and term negotiations between the entities.

I think this is a perfect marriage for Ball & Socket Arts. Artsplace is a mission-appropriate tenant and it brings a dedicated group of artists, educators and students of all ages within our walls.

I admire Joan Pilarczyk so much for her championing of the arts since 1987.

She built Artsplace through sheer determination – despite many obstacles – deeply believing in the importance of art education for all ages.

I have taken classes there, my son has, my mother has! It is a great asset to the town.

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formances by both his children, frequently attending events with the Cheshire High School Marching Ram Band, from halftime shows to Music in Motion, and Christmas Tree Pick-up.

Steve was a member of the FreeMasons. He was an officer in his bowling league for over twenty years. He loved gathering friends new and old for a spirited evening of bocce, or for a night of cards.

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CHESHIRE — Stephen Charles Greenwood, 56, of Cheshire, beloved husband of Jennifer Greenwood, passed away on June 19, 2023. Stephen was born on November 9, 1966 in Palo Alto, CA, to Ann Marie Wozmak and the late George Greenwood.

Although born in California, Steve grew up in Cheshire, Connecticut. He attended all levels of school in Cheshire, and graduated from Cheshire High School.

Stephen began his career in wine working at Wine and Whiskey in Cheshire. He moved to Hartley & Parker where his love of wine first developed and enduring friendships were born.

Once he joined San Francisco Wine Exchange, he was able to travel while enjoying good food, wine, and friends. His most recent position with Vina Robles Winery is where he found a family beyond his own.

Stephen had a life-long love of baseball. When he was young, he enjoyed playing the sport and began his deep rooted love for the Red Sox. However, Steve found a new reason to enjoy the sport when he began coaching his son through years of little league baseball. He loved his connection with all the players and thoroughly enjoyed watching them grow in skills and life. He loved to umpire all levels of baseball and enjoyed coordinating and fostering young umpires through the Cheshire Youth Baseball youth umpire program. He joined the Greater New Haven Baseball Umpires Association.

He umpired from the AA level to the Varsity High School level and served as a Member Representative to the organization.

He spent the colder months learning about and devising new ways to simplify and craft Maple Syrup.

Steve enjoyed live music and proudly enjoyed per-

In addition to his wife, Jennifer, he is survived by his children Charles and Caroline, mother Ann Marie Wozmak, brothers Michael Greenwood (Lorraine) and Robert Greenwood (Susan), and his nephews and niece Jake, Dustin, and Jadyn. He was predeceased by his father George and nephew Scott.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Thursday, June 29, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the AldersonFord Funeral Home, 615 South Main St., Cheshire, CT. A Masonic Service will conclude the evening at 7:45 p.m. To honor Stephen’s love for his family, and in lieu of flowers, monetary donations towards the children’s education and activities can be made out to Jennifer Greenwood. Mailed: c/o Kiki Nugent, 95 Pound Ridge Rd., Cheshire, CT 06410. To share a story or leave online condolences, please visit www.fordfh.com.

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While many of the details for the HVAC plans for the schools are not concrete, they have been part of the Town Council’s plans more broadly as part of a modernization initiative for the district’s schools.

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“There’s going to be six of them, I guess that’s how it’s going to work out. It’s a little more than what we probably normally would have expected to have but there are a couple of them that threw us for a loop,” said Town Councilor David Borowy.

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Another would be for the construction of a firehouse on the north side of town, though Borowy noted that local funding may not be necessary if they can’t get enough funds through the state’s Tax Increment Financing (TIF) to build it, and should wait until there is more development to warrant another firehouse.

There are also other projects like the improvement of the police jail cells or the construction of a storage shed that would total over half a million dollars, but Borowy noted that they wouldn’t be looking to pursue all 10 projects with that pricetag for the next year.

One of the major developments from the recent adoption of the state’s budget, is that the state is offering a 50% reimbursement for HVAC improvements in

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“We don’t know yet what the design of those HVAC systems for Doolittle and Dodd will look like, but we know that’s a council priority that we’ve discussed in the future as a part of the overall school modernization effort,” said Town Manager Sean Kimball, who thought it best the town capitalize on the opportunity by allocating the design money for the HVAC improvements into the budget. “It’s really great news for us.”

According to members of the council, the reimbursement could also help the town get an increased payback once officials re-evaluate their energy performance contract.

One of the major factors in the cost for the HVAC replacement was the upgrade of the energy infrastructure at both schools.

Of the two schools, Dodd may take priority, as some of the units on the roof are nearing 30 years old.

At the end of the meeting, the council voted unanimously to move forward with the capital plan as presented, though an official vote for its full adoption will be next month.

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Obituaries CHESHIRE — Tina Susanne Swezey, 70, of Cheshire, CT, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2023, at MidState Medical Center in Meriden, CT, surrounded by close family.

She was born on December 13, 1952, in New Haven, CT, to Louisa Gough and the late Donald Gough.

She attended North Haven High School with the class of 1971. Tina was a beloved mother, sister, daughter, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Tina was a proud nutritionist and “Lunch Lady” at Norton Elementary School and Cheshire High School for many years, often showing up in a festive costume or hat, and always with a welcoming smile. She cared deeply for the students she served and was highly involved in all her children’s and grandchildren’s activities. Between dance studios, marching band shows, lacrosse games, and sports fields, Tina actively participated in supporting each event in her own, special way. She devoted much free time as a skilled seamstress who

handcrafted countless dance costumes, stage props, uniforms, and marching band flags over the years. Additionally, she loved attending and participating in the North Haven Fair and Garden Club activities with her mom, Lois.

She was known for her feisty spirit, gentle demeanor, and warm, loving energy. She loved spending time on the beach in Florida, traveling with her family, and attending a variety of shows and local events. Tina is survived by her former spouse and devoted “life partner in crime,” Franklin DeWitt Swezey, Jr., of Cheshire, CT; her daughter Kristin Francis (Swezey) Grasse of Windsor, ME, and soninlaw Timothy Grasse; her son Franklin DeWitt Swezey, III, of Cheshire, CT,

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and daughter-in-law Maria Andrea (Campos) Swezey; her daughter Lynn Anne Swezey of Glastonbury, CT; her mother Louisa (Glennon) Gough of Hamden, CT; her brother Christopher Gough of Lakewood, CO, and sister-in-law Cindy Gough; her brother-in-law Bruce Swezey and family; her grandchildren Cody Grasse, Spenser Grasse, Tori Grasse, Drew Noel, Franklin D. Swezey, IV, Miguel Pinos, Sebastian Pinos, and Collin Merritt; and her great-grandchildren Hunter Grasse and Riley Grasse, along with many members of her extended family. Tina was preceded in death by her father Donald Gough, brother Gary Gough, and parentsin-law Franklin D. Sr. and Pauline Swezey.

Tina will be cherished in memories and leaves an indelible mark on this world.

We will love and miss you forever. The family will hold a small, private service to honor Tina’s life. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to: The School Nutrition Association of CT (SNACT) Or your preferred Lung Cancer charitable organization. With Gratitude, The Swezey Family. The AldersonFord Funeral Home of Cheshire is assisting with her arrangements.

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Carolyn Hardin Engelhardt BLOOMFIELD — Carolyn Hardin Engelhardt, age 79, of Bloomfield, CT, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023. She was married for over 53 years to the late Reverend George Christian Engelhardt. Carolyn was born on May 10, 1944 in Memphis, TN, daughter of the late Melvin Loyd Hardin and Helen Harriet Hardin (Morrison). Carolyn grew up in Arkansas and remained very tied to her Southern roots throughout her life.

Carolyn graduated from Malvern High School in Malvern, AR. She received a BA from Hendrix College in Conway, AR and an MDiv from Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX, where she met George. Carolyn worked in the field of Christian education for her whole career, serving as a consultant and diaconal minister, writing curriculum, teaching courses, and for more than 30 years, as the Director of the Ministry Resource Center at Yale Divinity School.

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Carolyn relished being unique. She had a passion for exploring the world, traveling extensively with George to off-the-beaten path places. On her travels, she collected fossils and other natural specimens and displayed them proudly at home. She also treasured her children and grandchildren’s artwork and adorned her walls with it. Carolyn loved to crosscountry ski and play the piano.

Carolyn is survived by her children, Hardin Engelhardt and her husband, Ron Wilder of Cary, NC and Jeffers Engelhardt and his wife, Triin Vallaste of Pelham, MA, and siblings Beverly Jackson of Hot Springs, AR, Larry Hardin of Malvern, AR, and Diane Carver of Grand Junction, CO. Carolyn was the proud grandmother, known as CheChe, of Lacy and Amelia Wilder and Miira and Elli Engelhardt and found joy in joining in their play.

A celebration of Carolyn’s life will be held at the Cheshire United Methodist Church. Details will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to MFSA or Cheshire United Methodist Church’s Mission Fund. The AldersonFord Funeral Home of Cheshire, has been entrusted with her care. To leave online condolences, please visit fordfh.com.

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Obituaries Anthony G. Smaldone CHESHIRE — Anthony Gerard “Tony” Smaldone, age 76, of Cheshire, entered into rest on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, after a courageous battle with Leukemia, with his loving family by his side. He was the devoted husband of Jennifer (Johnson) Smaldone for over 44 years. Anthony was born on December 22, 1946 in Brooklyn, New York, the son of the late Anthony G. and Serafina (Balestrieri) Smaldone.

Tony was born and raised in Brooklyn and graduated from St. Augustine High School. He received a full scholarship to City College in New York, graduating in 1968, and later earned his MBA from Columbia University. Anthony served his country with honor as an Officer in the US Army during the Vietnam Era, returning home to work for various companies as an auditor, including CBS, where he met his wifeto-be, Jennifer. Anthony and Jennifer relocated to London before

returning to the States to settle and start a family in Cheshire over 37 years ago. Most recently, before his retirement in 2018, Tony was the CFO for Calcagni Associates. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and will be missed by his family and many friends. n addition to his wife, Jennifer, he is survived by his loving children, Nick Smaldone and his fiancée, Anna Galazka of Trumbull; and Katie Smaldone of New Haven. Tony is also survived by his grandson, Declan Anthony Smal-

done; as well as his brother, Paul Smaldone and his husband, John Thompson of Brooklyn. Tony’s family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and staff at Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale-New Haven Hospital as well as the Franciscan Homecare and Hospice for the compassionate care that they provided Tony during his illness.

Friends greeted Tony’s family at the Alderson-Ford Funeral Home of Cheshire, 615 So. Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410 on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 from 4PM to 7PM. His Funeral Service was held during the visitation at 6PM. Burial will be private and at the convenience of his family. Memorial contributions may be made to Smilow Cancer Hospital, https:// www.givetoynhh.org/ ways-to-give/supportourfunds/donate-closerfreefund-smilow-cancerhospital/ To leave online condolences for his family, please visit www.fordfh.com

Dorene A. Merante CHESHIRE — Dorene A. Foster Merante, 80, of Cheshire, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 23rd, 2023, at Elim Park, Cheshire, with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert M. Merante. Dorene was born in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on April 16th, 1943, and was the daughter of the late Eugene and Theresa Volpe Foster.

Dorene was a graduate of Wilbur Cross High School, New Haven, and the former Stones Business College.

She had worked for the SNET Company, Professional Pensions and later for Principal Financial where she retired as Vice President of Marketing.

Dorene was an avid reader and enjoyed watching the Hallmark channel on television. Mother of Francis Mitchell Merante (Virginia “Ginger”), Robert Christopher Merante and Jaime Lee Nardecchia (Joseph).

Grandmother of James Poulton, Mitchell Robert Merante, Taylor David Merante, Joseph Michael Nardecchia, Jr. and Sophia

Jaime Nardecchia. Sister of Forest “Rusty” Foster (Ruth Lippin). Aunt of Rachel Lippin-Foster and Jesse Lippin-Foster. Also survived by many other nieces and nephews.

The visiting hours will be Sunday, July 2nd from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at The Havens Family North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Thomas Beckett Church, 435 North Brooksvale Road, Cheshire on Monday morning, July 3rd at 10:00. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery.

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The Connecticut Department of Transportation Pollinator Program was implemented in 2017 and has grown to 123 conservation areas comprised of approximately 205 acres of state right of way.

The goal of the Pollinator Program is to provide critical habitats for pollinating insects, such as bees and monarch butterflies, through strategic plantings and vegetation management.

“Pollinators are important to our food supply and health of the environment, and we are proud to join the national effort to increase pollinator habitats on properties throughout Connecticut. We’re reclaiming these areas along the highways with wildflowers and vegetation to help protect pollinators that are at risk,” said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto.

“Each year we’re identifying additional conservation areas that we can add to this program as part of our broader goals to create a more sustainable environment. However, our rights of way cannot provide the pollinators with everything they need. I encourage the public to join our efforts to help pollinators flourish in Connecticut.”

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These corridors along the highways provide an extensive network for pollinators. Motorists traveling throughout Connecticut can see these corridors near highway ramps, medians, and along roadside shoulders.

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Obituaries Robert Max Cornwell CHESHIRE — Robert Max Cornwell passed gently from this world on May 4th, just after his 84th birthday.

Robert & Rhea Almaleh met on a blind date in 1963, and their fate was sealed.

They were “doomed to be happy in wedlock,” as a fortune cookie foretold on their honeymoon- and they were, for 58 years of marriage.

Natives of Los Angeles, Robert & Rhea raised 2 children and worked together in Bob’s dental office, an arrangement that might have driven others to divorce, but only made this love stronger.

Bob showed his devotion by sprinkling love notes & handwritten poems around their home for Rhea to find.

Bob loved aviation, fast cars & spending time with his adoring family. He served in the Air Force &

Kaszas (James) of Cheshire, CT and by his son Michael Cornwell (Kristina) of Oceanside, CA, by his grandsons Adam & Aaron Kaszas & his granddaughter Ryan SousaCornwell - and of course by his bride, Rhea Cornwell.

Robert is predeceased by his brother Ronald.

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