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Oscar Lopes Obituary
Oscar J. Lopes, age 87 of New Fairfield and Jensen Beach, FL, died on Monday October 1st at the Salerno Bay Skilled Nursing Facility, Port Salerno, FL. He was the husband of Josephine (Cervera) Lopes. Oscar was born August 6, 1925 in South Dartmouth, MA the son of the late Joseph and Quiteria (Ribeiro) Lopes. The son of immigrant parents, Oscar moved with his family to Danbury when he was a child. While Oscar was attending Danbury High School, Oscar left to join the U.S. Marine Corps, serving during WWII from 1944 thru 1947. He later completed his GED, and attended the University of Bridgeport, where he played soccer. He married his wife Josephine on June 2, 1951 in Saint Peter Church, Danbury. With great pride, Oscar served with the Connecticut State Police, at Troop G in Westport, Troop A in Ridgefield, and Troop L in Litchfield. He was a resident trooper in the Town of New Fairfield for many years prior to the town having its own police force. He played an important role in the investigation that lead to the apprehension of the Pardue Brothers' during the 1970 bombing of the Danbury Police Station and Union Savings Bank. He retired following 23 years of service, achieving the rank of sergeant. Oscar later work with both Kimberly Clark and Union Carbide as a security supervisor. A longtime resident of New Fairfield, Oscar was a parishioner of St. Edward the Confessor Church, a former member of the Sons of Portugal, and a lifelong Boston Red Sox fan. In his retirement he loved the beaches and sun of Florida. In addition to his wife Josephine, Oscar is survived by his son: John Lopes of Zionsville, IN, his daughter: Rosemary Lopes Bliss of Garner, NC, and five grandchildren A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00am on Saturday October 6, 2012 at St. Edward the Confessor Church, New Fairfield. Entombment will be in the St. Peter Cemetery Mausoleum, Danbury. The family will receive friends at the Green Funeral Home, 57 Main Street Danbury on Friday October 5th from 5 thru 8pm.
Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers are requested to be made to Treasure Coast Hospice 1201 South East Indian Street, Stuart, FL 34997
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Mary Ellen & John Mulligan
October 6, 2012
Our condolences to you Josephine and your family. We had the privilege of serving with Oscar in the CSP and know what an outstanding officer and person he was. He always had a million dollar smile that brightened everywhere he went.
Phillip and Diane, Your NC Racing Family!
October 4, 2012
Our condolences and deepest sympathy to John and his entire family. After reading the obit, I now know where John got all his initiative and energy. He seemed like a great leader, and passed that along to his son. We are so sorry for your loss.
John McGuire
October 4, 2012
Oscar made New Fairfield a safer place for all. Back in the 60s everyone had great respect for Oscar. R I P
Harold Saunders
October 4, 2012
Thankyou for your service t0 your country
Doris Parisette
October 4, 2012
Oscar was a fine person__kind and helpful.He was an excellent state trooper__smart and respected.
He was a wonderful friend to everyone and great for New Fairfield.
Bless him.
October 4, 2012
We all have suffered a great loss with Oscar's passing.He was always there for the New Fairfield youth during the 60,s and will never be forgotten,Art and Linda Zenoni
Jim & Barbara Kaiser
October 4, 2012
To Josephine and the entire Lopes family - We are sorry for your loss.
Phyllis (Oun) Scarpone
October 4, 2012
I have such wonderful memories of your dad and your family as well. Growing up on Pondfield Road with your family as our neighbors was a blessing. He was such a "good guy" who scared you with his authority but was such a kind and gentle man. Thank you, Ozzie, for the memories and may you rest in peace.
On behalf of the Oun and Scarpone Families, our sympathy and love.
Karleton Merz
October 4, 2012
I only recently got to know Oscar, but he was such a great man. He always had a smile, joke, or playful sarcastic comment to give you...which made all our recent family functions that much more enjoyable. I'm truely sorrowed by his passing and he will be greatly missed. RIP Oscar, we'll see you when we get there.
Anne Cavalier Liwski
October 4, 2012
My deepest sympathy to John and the Lopes family. God Bless.
October 3, 2012
Oscar,you will be missed by our family,you were a good friend.Love to you JO and your children & grandchildren. Love Owen & Patricia Martin Sarasota, Fl.
Anita & Jeffrey Goerig wedding with Uncle Oscar and Aunt Josephine
Jeffrey Goerig
October 3, 2012
During the short time I have had the opportunity to know Oscar, I have come to realize the integral part of the family this man was. I'm honored to have known him and the role he played in our wedding.
October 3, 2012
To the family of Oscar Lopes So sorry for your loss. Dick Cerrone Spring Hill Fl
jay morrow
October 3, 2012
TO THE LOPES FAMILY ,I WAS TRULT DISHEARTENED TO READ OF OSCAR'S DEATH HE WAS SUCH A DREAT GUY ,WE KIDDED A LOT WHEN I WAS IN MY NEW FAIRFIRLD OFFICE MANY YEARS AGO ,HE DID A GREAT SERVICE TO THE CITIZENS OF NEW FAIRFIELD ,MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY ,JAY M.
October 3, 2012
Oscar and I Graduated from the State Police Academy together,worked at Troops A & G and were neighbors in New Fairfield.
He was a good guy and friend.
Our Sympathy to his Family.
May he Rest In Peace.
Joe & Anna Gazek
Hendersonville,NC
JOHN AND CLAIRE VILLA
October 3, 2012
You were a good friend and a special person..Rest in Peace...
Anita Goerig
October 3, 2012
Uncle Oscars bright spirit may he be at peace...
Ray Holm
October 3, 2012
God bless him and his entire family. I was a teenager growing up in Ball Pond, New Fairfield Oscar guided me at times and made me a better person. My prayers and thoughts go out to his entire family. God Bless you all.
Owen Martin
October 3, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Anita Goerig
October 3, 2012
Uncle Oscar — I will miss your big personality, wonderful sense of humor, sensitive heart and love... may God give you the peace you so deserve. Anita
Alan Williamson
October 3, 2012
Oscar & I worked together many years in the State Police & was a good friend.
Our thoughts & prayers are with his family. We know what a difficult time this is for them.
Maria Jose Pettibone
October 3, 2012
I send my sympathies to Josephine and family. He was a good neighbor and friend.
Robert Paust
October 3, 2012
I am very sorry for your loss, I knew Oscar while I was with the DPD and he was a very respected Law Enforcement Officer and a great person
Francis "Buzz" Coyle
October 3, 2012
I remember both Oscar & his Parents while growing up on Chappelle St. My condolences on your loss
Chaplain Richard Reuer
October 3, 2012
I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. On behalf of a grateful nation as an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one. (If you wish a personalized memorial card mailed to you with history of playing of taps, 21 gun salute, meaning of each fold of the flag as a keepsake, mail to: Chaplain Richard Reuer, Honoring Those Who Served Ministry, 1206 6th St SW, Minot, ND 58701. (This is a free service to fallen veteran families.) Thank you. Semper Fi
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