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Stephen Sovich Obituary
Dr. Stephen N. Sovich, 79, a longterm resident of New Canaan died peacefully on April 2 in his home in Naples, Florida after a long illness. By his side was his wife, Britt-Marie of 51 years. He died under the attentive care of Avow hospice.
Stephen grew up in Baltimore and received his dental degree from the University of Maryland. After graduating, he joined the U.S. Army where he served as a dentist in Pyong Teak, South Korea. Following his discharge he opened a practice in New York and then New Canaan. He practiced dentistry in New Canaan for more than 30 years, with an office first on Elm Street and then Weed Street.
He was active in local organizations and a faithful member of St. Marks Episcopal church where he served on the vestry.
He was happiest at the opera in New York City, discovering the world and enjoying the small pleasures of life in New Canaan. He loved to walk through town chatting with patients and friends as he went. He was an avid traveler, hiking in Bhutan in the last years of his life. He was grandfather to two children, Francesca and Theo, and father to Nina, his only child. He was devoted to his family and family life to the end.
He will be sorely missed.
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Dr Emily Teipe
January 25, 2024
I knew Stephen as a friend in Junior High, High School and college at the Univ of Maryland. He was my escort for my senior prom from Eastern High school for females in June 1958. We shared a great love for opera and he was an inspiration for me to convert to Catholicism. I loved him dearly and had great respect for him as a true gentleman. My condolences to his family on their great loss.
Phyllis P. Kaschub
November 10, 2020
Britt--So sorry to read of Steve's passing. I often think of you both as I go to my daughter's home not too far from your home in New Canaan.. The years have gone by swiftly as we all were "buds" in NC Newcomers so long ago. Peace to you, Nina and her family. He will be missed by all.
Keep his Happy memories near and dear to your heart. Blessings and God's love, Phyllis Kaschub
Kathy LeShane
July 20, 2020
I was employed as a dental hygienist by Stephen Sovich, first on Elm St. and then on Weed St. in New Canaan, CT for almost 10 years. He was a very good dentist - really taking the time to understand and treat his patients - and a fair boss. I remember his intelligence and curiosity as well as his love for his wife Britt, daughter Nina Alexandra and dog Lorenzo. I was sorry to hear of his passing but feel peace in knowing that he accomplished so much of what he wanted to do in life.
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Jeanne Rozel
June 24, 2020
I am so very, very sorry to hear about the loss of Steve Sovich. He was happy, upbeat, good, kind, clever, interesting and a smart person. Also, I remember my husband Sam admired him a lot. One of my best memories of Steve was at a gourmet group dinner. We were supposed to dress as our favorite Christmas character or whatever. He came dressed as a Christmas tree. He was all in green, in the shape of a tree and strung with lights. He kept running around to find nearby electric plugs. It was hilarious! I can't imagine the loss for Nina and Britt. I am sure he was a devoted grandfather. Condolences to you. Love, Jeanne
Mark C. Rearick
June 15, 2020
i'm so sad to hear this, he was a great guy as well as a great dentist. I met him as a neighbor when he moved to town in 1972/73 and was my dentist for the next 30+ years. My deepest sympathy to Britt-Marie, Nina and his family.
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