John Rogers Fulkerson, 84

John Rogers Fulkerson, age 84, of New Canaan, CT, beloved husband of Mary Ann B. Meils, passed away peacefully after struggling for several months following a brain injury. Born in Goose Creek, Texas on November 23, 1943, he was the younger of two brothers born to Roy and Mildred Fulkerson. He graduated from Robert E. Lee High School where he was a star track athlete. His love of running continued into college, where he competed in cross country at Texas A & M University. After which he earned a PhD in Psychology at Baylor University.

Fisina Malizia Tomaselli (June 18, 1931 – Feb. 8, 2026)

Fisina Tomaselli, a devoted daughter of the Roman Catholic faith and unwavering pillar of her family, peacefully entered eternal life on Feb. 8, her heart filled with the love of Christ and cherished memories of those she held dear. Fiz as she was known, was born in New Canaan, attended New Canaan schools and was a 1949 graduate of New Canaan High School. While at New Canaan High School she played varsity sports and was captain of the girls’ basketball team (she was not the center). Her dedication to St.

Charles E. Milot Jr., 95

Charles E. Milot Jr., age 95, of Trumbull, beloved husband of Patricia Duffy Milot, passed away peacefully on January 31, with his loving family by his side. 

Born in Poughkeepsie, New York, on February 18, 1930, he was one of eight children born to Charles E. Milot Sr. and Lillian Bell Milot. He was raised in Stratford in a home overlooking his beloved Longbrook Park. It was here that he developed a lifelong love of sports, spending countless days playing and watching all kinds of athletic events. Chuck graduated from Stratford High School in 1949, where he played basketball and baseball.  He served in the United States Air Force for four years and was assigned to Special Services where he played and coached baseball and basketball at Scott Air Force Base in St. Louis and Ellington Air Force Base in Houston.

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.

Milan Joseph Turk, 87

November 25, 1938 – January 18, 2026. 

Milan J. Turk, age 87 of New Canaan, CT. died on January 18, 2026, in Danbury, CT. surrounded by his loving family after a brief hospital stay. Milan was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to Zdenka Cop Turk and Frank Paul Turk. He attended Baton Rouge High School and graduated from Louisiana State University – BS Chemical Engineering (1960); MBA (1962) and Harvard’s Advanced Management Program.