Mary Elizabeth Jaeger of Greenwich passed away at the age of 94 on August 28, 2026, at home surrounded by the love and support of family and caregivers. She was born in St. John’s, Newfoundland on May 23, 1932, to the late John Joseph and Ellen Wilhelmina Johnson.
Elizabeth is survived by her loving children, Sharon Barrett (James), Corey Kupersmith and Kenneth Kupersmith (Joan Anne), cherished grandchildren, Jacqueline Barrett, Holly Bednasek (Joshua), Corey Kupersmith, Jr. (Katie), Ryan Kupersmith, Connor Kupersmith, Caroline Kupersmith (Jack), Caleigh Kupersmith, Lizzie Kupersmith, Nicholas Kupersmith and Eric Axle Swenson-Kupersmith, as well as great-grandchildren, Charlotte Bednasek, Barrett Bednasek and Hudson Kupersmith. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Dr. Carl A. Jaeger and her cherished eight brothers and one sister.
In 2010, Elizabeth was invested as a Dame of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta. Deeply devoted to her faith, she immersed herself in Catholic scholarly programs throughout the years. She was active in the church, especially at St. Paul’s in Greenwich, as a lector and Eucharistic minister.
These activities informed her kindness and concern for others throughout her life.
She had a fierce passion and loving concern for her family and so many,
many pets. All felt her powerful love. She was a great storyteller,
especially at bedtimes, an enthusiastic cheerleader for her “granders”and a provider of care to three generations of her family.
For over a decade, she assisted her husband, Dr. Jaeger, with managing his cardiology practice. Devoting her time to others, she volunteered at Greenwich Hospital.
She was a gifted gardener whose creations, including an enormous sunflower “tree” delighted all who saw them. Elizabeth had an amazing and impactful journey through life, caring for family and friends. Her loving touch will be missed by so many.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 am Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at St. Paul Roman Catholic Church in Greenwich, followed by interment at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Greenwich.
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