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Anita Collins, 80, Devoted Mother, Shared Her Warmth, Wisdom and Unwavering Love to Family and Friends

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It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Anita Collins, who entered into eternal rest on Oct. 10, at the age of 80. Anita, daughter of Dolly and Jack Neus, was a devoted mother and friend whose kindness, faith, and gentle spirit touched all who knew her. She will be lovingly remembered by her sons, John Collins and his wife Sarah, and Kevin Collins and his wife Lesley. Anita was predeceased by her daughter Eileen Collins.  Anita’s warmth, wisdom, and unwavering love will forever live on in the hearts of her family and friends.

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Andrew Kostanecki, 91, Industrial Designer, Loved Sailing, Very Active in Olympics, Sailing Organizations

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Our beloved Andrew T. Kostanecki passed away with his wife, Sheila, by his side on Aug. 31 at their home in Vero Beach, Florida. He was 91. Born in Warsaw on Jan. 25, 1934 to an American mother, Dorothy Adams Kostanecki, and a Polish father, John Telesfor Kostanecki, Andy’s early years were shaped by adversity during the difficult pre-war times in Poland and the death of his father in a plane crash.

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Rose Rodriguez, 101, Enjoyed Welcoming Company at Home and Customers as a Bartender, Eventually Owning Her Own Bar

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Rose DeNicola Rodriguez, affectionately known as “Cracklin’ Rosie,” passed away peacefully on Oct. 14 at the age of 101. Born on the evening of July 4, 1924, in Brooklyn, New York, to Vincenza and Francisco DeNicola, Rose came into the world with fireworks in the sky — a fitting beginning for a woman whose spirit was bright, bold, and unforgettable. Rose was one of 14 siblings and grew up surrounded by family, spirited conversation, and the lively rhythm of Brooklyn life. She spent nearly her entire life there, building a life filled with warmth, music, and energy that drew people in.

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David Dever, 83, Very Active Local Volunteer at Depot, Jr Sailing Program, Boat Club, TV79, Loved Tinkering

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David Andrew Dever, 83, a Darien resident for 52 years, passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 8. “Whoever dies with the most tools wins” was more than just a motto for David — it was a way of life. A lifelong tinkerer and fixer, he found joy in restoring anything that could be mended, from engines to household gadgets long past their prime. Whether in his garage or his beloved barn in Maine, David was happiest with a wrench in hand and a project to work on.

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Dolores Vollenwelder, 95, DHS Alumna, Sang in Church Choir for 60-Plus Years, Enjoyed Cooking, Bowling, Painting

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Dolores L. Vollenweider, 95, a resident at Wilton Meadows and a former longtime resident of Darien, died peacefully on Tuesday, Oct. 7 after a long illness. She was 95. Born May 31, 1930 in Coppersburg, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of Frances and Ralph Skagen.
Dolores graduated from Darien High School. She was a homemaker and a mother of three.

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William Darrow II, 78, Finance Executive, Former Darien Resident, Loved Golfing

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On Sunday June 15, William Henry Darrow II, loving husband and father of two, passed away at the age of 78. Bill was born on May 30, 1947, in the Bronx, New York to the late William Lawrence Darrow and Martha Beatrice D’Amore. Bill was the oldest of four children. He was raised in New Rochelle, New York. After grade school at Holy Family, he attended Archbishop Stepinac High School in White Plains, where he played football and was varsity captain in his senior year.

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Peter Rient, 87, a Watergate Prosecutor, Authored Justice Dept Rulebook, Loved Dogs and Hats, Active Volunteer

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Peter Rient, a former Watergate prosecutor, and architect of the U.S. Justice Department’s Principles of Federal Prosecution, died in Darien on Sept. 2 at the age of 87. The cause of death was heart disease. Peter Frank Rient was born on March 17, 1938 in Moscow. His mother, Gertrude Rient Gangadharan, was a Czech linguist employed by the U.S. embassy there.

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Amy Rupp, 70, Graphic Artist, Intramural Girls Lacrosse Coach, Designed Logos for Tokeneke School and Pumpkin Fair

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Amy Jane Rupp (née Schroeder), 70, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Thursday morning, Sept. 4, 2025 in Jackson, Wyoming. Amy is survived by her devoted husband, Robert (Bob), her three children, Robert (Stacey Blanchard), Brian and Genevieve, and her two granddaughters, Amy and Natalie. Born Feb. 15, 1955, Amy grew up in Garden City, New York, graduating in 1973 from Garden City High School, where she was an honor roll student and cheerleading captain.

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Judith Harrison, 85, Teacher, Travel Editor, Book Researcher, Interior Designer, Loved Travel, Reading, Music

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Judith Cole Harrison, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on June 1, 2025, in Darien. She was 85. Born May 15, 1940, in Berwick, Pennsylvania, to Harry and Betty Cole, she was the middle of five children and is survived by her brothers, Mike and David Cole, along with many nieces and nephews. Judy is also survived by her devoted husband of 53 years, Matthew Harrison, her daughters Cecily Urenay (Gokay) and Page Gostling (Peter), and four adoring grandsons: Berker, Arman, Win, and Chips. She will be remembered for her kindness, intelligence and elegance.