George Browne Post, 102

George Browne Post passed away peacefully on December 5th, 2024, at the age of 102, shortly after a joyful Thanksgiving with family. 

Mr. Post was born in New York City to George B. Post III and Irene Emery (née Gibson) on October 7th, 1922, and educated at the Buckley School ‘37, St. Marks School ‘41, and Harvard College ‘45. His maternal grandparents were suffragist Irene Langhorne and Charles Dana Gibson, the illustrator who created the iconic Gibson Girl, a symbol of the independent, modern woman of the early 20th century. His great-grandfather was George B. Post, Beaux-Art architect of the New York Stock Exchange and Wisconsin State Capitol. He temporarily left his studies to enlist in the Army Air Forces, serving as a lieutenant in the Pacific Theater during World War II.  After the war, he was a writer for Time Magazine and Reader’s Digest and left behind volumes of illustrated journals about his fascinating life.

Sasha Carr, 55

Dr. Sasha J. Carr, 55, of Norwalk, CT, and Burlington, VT, passed away December 28 in Norwalk.  

Sasha was born in London, England; lived in New York City through her high school years;  and had been a longtime resident of  Norwalk. She relocated to Burlington, VT, in 2022. Sasha attended The Chapin School in New York, received her undergraduate degree from Brown University in 1992 and was awarded a Ph. D. in clinical psychology from Rutgers University in 2006. In Norwalk, Carr built a consulting practice, Off to Dreamland, and was a sought-after family sleep expert, dedicated to helping babies, children and families get the rest they need.  She was also a faculty member of the Family Sleep Institute.

Donald J. Bodick, 77

Donald J. Bodick, devoted husband, cherished father, and beloved friend to many, passed away peacefully at his home in New Canaan, CT, on December 24, 2024, surrounded by the family he adored. He was 77 years old. Born in Greenwich, CT, on October 3, 1947, Don was the son of the late John T. and Carolyn (Wozny) Bodick. He lived a life defined by kindness, humor, and an unmatched zest for life. Don graduated from Berry College in Rome, GA, in 1969 with a B.A. degree before serving honorably in the U.S. Army National Guard.

Anthony Grasso Sr., 95

Anthony Grasso Sr., 95 a resident of New Canaan, CT died peacefully at his home with his  family by his side on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Anthony was born August 8, 1929, in New Canaan where he spent his lifelong years.  He and his brother Richard were owner/operators of Grasso Brothers Paving Company of Fairfield County, established in 1972, passed on to his son Joseph Grasso, Sr.  and recently to his grandson, Joseph Grasso, Jr.
He was known for his hard work, dedication and passion for others and a witty sense of humor. But more than anything he was a devoted husband, father and family man.  He loved spending time with his family, sharing stories of his life. He was always there to offer guidance, support and encouragement no matter what challenges one faced.

Kim Ferris, 58

Kim Ferris (née O’Keefe), a light in the lives of all she met, passed peacefully on December 10, 2024, after a 21-year battle with cancer. She is remembered by those who knew her best as someone who spread love, laughter, positivity, and above all, kindness to every person she met. Born on June 21, 1966, she will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Henry, children, Hank & Alison, her mother, Beverly Gore, life-long friends & colleagues, and all those who were fortunate enough to cross her path. 

Born in the Bronx, Kim grew up in Mt. Kisco, NY, graduated from Fox Lane High School and received her bachelor’s degree from Ohio Wesleyan. She spent most of her professional career with J.P. Morgan, where most recently she served as a Managing Director within the firm’s Wealth Management and International Private Bank divisions.