Greenwich Emergency Medical Service, Inc (GEMS) is deeply saddened to
announce the passing of Charlee Tufts, its Founding Executive Director and Chief of Service. Charlee, was instrumental in establishing Greenwich EMS in 1986, and dedicated over three decades to leading the organization with unparalleled vision, compassion, and commitment to the community. She retired in 2017, leaving behind a legacy of excellence in emergency medical care. Under Charlee’s leadership, GEMS grew into a model of prehospital care, renowned for its professionalism, innovation, and lifesaving impact. Her determination to provide Greenwich with world-class emergency medical services revolutionized prehospital care and continues to benefit countless residents today. Continue Reading →
Obituaries
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Ann P. Walters, 87
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A memorial gathering will take place on Saturday, January 18 from 2-4:00pm at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home, 134 Hamilton Ave Greenwich, Continue Reading →
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Max Moreira, 74
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A wake will be held at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home on January 15, 2025, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. The funeral service will take place at St. Catherine’s of Siena in Greenwich on January 16, 2025, at 10:00am, followed by burial at St. Mary Cemetery in Greenwich. Continue Reading →
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Edward Schachter, 101
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Eddie’s entrepreneurial journey began with selling army and navy surplus goods in White Plains, NY. In 1956, he purchased a small men’s haberdashery, Richard of Greenwich. The funeral will take place on January 13 at 10:00am at Congregation Augudath Sholom. 301 Strawberry Hill Ave Stamford, CT. Continue Reading →
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Thomas Zack, 78
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To honor his life, family and friends will gather Thursday January 23rd from 4pm – 8pm at C0xe & Graziano Funeral Home at 134 Hamilton Ave. Greenwich (203) 869-5968. A memorial mass will be held 10:30am Friday at St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church in Greenwich. Continue Reading →
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John Bambino, 83
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A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, January 14 at 11:00am at Saint Catherine’s – Saint Agnes Church, 4 Riverside Avenue, Riverside. Continue Reading →
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Margaret “Meg” Ambrogio, 65
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A Memorial Mass to celebrate her life will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday December 7 at Sacred Heart Church in Greenwich. Continue Reading →
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TALKING TRANSPORTATION: The Grandmother Who Saved Our Trains
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Jodi Rell saved our trains. There is no Governor in recent decades who did more for rail commuters than she did. Continue Reading →
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Domenica Sarica, 95
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In lieu of flowers donations can be sent to River House Adult Day Care Center or The Greenwich Police Silver Shield. Continue Reading →
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Barbara Bellafiore, 72
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A celebration of Barbara’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at Riverside Yacht Club, 102 Club Road, in Riverside. Please wear bright colors and be ready to share your favorite memory of Barbara. Continue Reading →