Jean Tyler, a life-long resident of Darien, passed away on Friday, Jan. 21 at Danbury Hospital with her family by her side. She was 89.
Jean Tyler, 89, passed away Jan. 21. Her funeral will take place on Friday, Jan. 28.
Jean was born on March 6, 1932 in Darien and was the daughter of the late Samuel and Mildred Arcano.
Jean graduated from Darien High School, class of 1950. She then married Louis Canto and had four children. She started her career as a secretary at Crawford & Russell, worked in the healthcare field at several medical offices, became aquatic director of Darien YMCA, and then retired from Georgia Pacific in 1982.
She then followed her dream to start her own child care business, “Cry Baby Ranch,” taking care of many children in the community, including her own grandchildren.
Jean had an incredible passion for life and unlimited compassion for everyone whom she met. Her faith was the cornerstone of strength throughout her life. She was dedicated to her local parish, and was a devoted member of many ministries.
Jean is survived by her four children, Cynthia Miressi, Carolyn Miressi, Louis Canto, and Catherine Canto. She is also survived by her seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
A Mass will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 28, 2022 at St. John Roman Catholic Church in Darien, followed by burial at St. John’s Cemetery in Darien.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Regional Hospice in Danbury, 30 Milestone Road, Danbury, CT 06810.
— an obituary from Lawrence Funeral Home, where online condolences may be left