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Denise Curt Obituary
Denise morris Curt, age 88, of Milford, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2024 at Bridgeport Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Bertrand and Anna (Fiak) Rocheleau.
Born in New Haven on November 15, 1935, she was a resident of Milford for sixty-six years.
Denise's memory will be cherished by her dear sister, Diane Smith (Noel) of Florida; her loving companion of many years, Dorsey Gibbs; son, Tyler Morris (Cynthia); daughter Cynthia Bell (Christopher); grandchildren Crystal Bell (Ryan Delgado); Kaitlin Erskine (Keith); Darcy Cruz (Frankie); Michael Oswald (Lindsay); Julianne Oswald (Michael McLaren); great-grandchildren, Aden and Ava; Carter, Autumn and Lainey; Emma and Luke; her nieces and nephews, and many long-time friends and art collectors.
She was a woman of many passions including art, antiques, classical music, photography, travel, fashion design, and interior decorating. She shared her love of books as a volunteer reading to children at the library, entertaining them with her dramatic storytelling. She was best known as an artist, the "Connecticut Limner", and founder/creator of the Meet the Artists and Artisans, a juried art show she ran on the Milford Green, Mystic, and shoreline towns, for almost 50 years. Her beloved "Angel Bower" studio, a pink 1798 former carriage house in the center of Milford, is where her well-known paintings on violins and cellos were created. Denise was once quoted in one of the publications showcasing her work, "the most important thing in the world is to bring beauty into people's lives, to make them aware of beauty, to make them aware of beauty within themselves."
Denise was known for her vibrant social life, her keen appreciation for color and flair, her zest for living life to the fullest, and for her infectious laughter.
The family extends a special note of gratitude to the ICU and Hospice staff at Bridgeport Hospital, and the staff at the Bridges by EPOCH in Trumbull, for their kind and exceptional care during her final days.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, June 8th from 10:00 a.m. -11:30 a.m. at the Cody-White Funeral Home in Milford, followed by a memorial service at 11:30 a.m. -12:00 noon. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or a charity of one's choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Dottie Robbins
August 13, 2024
She was amazing women. It has been my honor to have known her since I was child. I have some of paintings of which I cherish. She will be missed by all you have known her. You are one of your angels.
Rose DeMarco
June 20, 2024
Deepest sympathy to the family, Denise was truly an inspiration. I was fortunate to meet her early on displaying my pottery at her shows in Mystic Village. I will always have wonderful memories of that time. She was way ahead of her time. So sorry to hear.
Carol S. Carpenter
June 11, 2024
To finish large and small mirrors photos and angels. Also a wonderful tour of her Milford home at a fair. Thank you to all who encouraged her. Carol
Carol S. Carpenter
June 11, 2024
Today 11 June 24 I was googling thru recent obituaries for a friend´s mother. There I found my dear inspiring enthusiastic spiritual mentor, my guide to my soul of dreams and hopes for soul and artistry. For I am a intense colorwork intarsia knitter from Stonington where i once lived aboard my sailboat, now of Branford. Found Denise with her hat in the Mystic Apple Orchard. Purchasing many glorious items violin, large old mirrors
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Vincent Russello
June 10, 2024
Denise was very kind to me and my wife. We´ve know her many years and did her shows. She will be missed. God Bless you.
Kate Kutash
June 5, 2024
I remember her work well from her exhibits at Sterling House Arts Festival in Stratford every Fathers Day weekend. I remember her big hats and flowing colorful dresses! RIP. My sympathy to all who loved her!
Kate (Kelly) Kutash
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Shelton, CT
(Formerly of West Broad Street in Stratford right on the green where part of the show took place)
Eileen Cavanaugh
June 4, 2024
I was with Milford Bank for many years (VP) and knew Denise. through the Milford Chamber Commerce.. We had many talks over the years and she was always interesting and had strong opinions. I'm not in the area and have no way to get to Cody- White. My thoughts are with her family - Eileen Cavanaugh
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