John Sirico Sr., 100

John (“Doc”) Sirico Sr., 100 a lifelong resident of New Canaan, CT died peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Monday, January 19, 2026. He was the son of the late Gaetano (Thomas) and Lizette (Elizabeth) Sirico. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. John was born November 25, 1925, in New Canaan where he spent his lifelong years. John was the owner/operator of Sirico Builders constructing and remodeling homes in Fairfield County.  He was known for his hard work, generosity and willingness to help others.

Laurel Road Colonial Sells for $2,750,000

The following property transfer(s) were recorded recently in the Town Clerk’s office. For more information about each property from the assessor, click on the street address. To get the history of a New Canaan street name, click here. ***

Jan. 16

650 Laurel Road

$2,750,000
WNCII, LLC to Alex Mavrovitis

50 St.

Father Peters Lane Home Sells for $3.2 Million

The following property transfer(s) were recorded recently in the Town Clerk’s office. For more information about each property from the assessor, click on the street address. To get the history of a New Canaan street name, click here. ***

Jan. 9

22 Father Peters Lane

$3.2 million
Scott Belmont to Christopher McIntyre

Jan.

Margaret “Peg” Bartlett Ulrich, 93

Margaret “Peg” Bartlett Ulrich, age 93, of New Canaan, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026. Peg was born in Binghamton, New York in 1932, the daughter of Bruce and Mary (Everett) Bartlett. She always wanted to be a nurse but also wished to attend college, so she found a unique 5-year program offered jointly by Bates College in Maine and New England Baptist Hospital in Boston.  She graduated from Bates College in 1955 with a B.A. degree. While at Bates, she met the love of her life, Arthur (“Art”) Ulrich, whom she married the December after graduation. Together they shared 70 joyful years of marriage, celebrating their anniversary in 2025.

Thomas Wade Nissley, 92

Thomas Wade Nissley, aged 92, passed away January 10, 2026 peacefully in his sleep at his home in New Canaan, Connecticut. Born January 1, 1934 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Wilbur Herr Nissley and Mary Emily Nissley (Wade). In Lancaster Wilbur was a constable, and Mary a judge. Known always as Tom, he lived an accomplished life beginning at an early age. He attained the rank of Eagle Scout (BSA) in his youth.