James Joyce ’77 passed away on July 28, surrounded by his family. He had a fulfilling career as a CPA and attorney, accomplishing his primary dream of providing an education for his five children. Read more about his life.
In Memoriam
In Memoriam: John Francis, Jr. Droney ’73
John Francis, Jr. Droney ’73 passed away at his home in West Hartford on July 19, at the age of 79. He practiced as a distinguished member of the Connecticut bar from 1973 to 2022. Read more about his life.
In Memoriam: Robert A. Firger ’73
Robert A. Firger ’73 passed away at his home in Bloomfield on July 5, at the age of 79. He served as an Associate Editor of the Connecticut Law Review. Read more about his life.
In Memoriam: Donald J. Rinaldi
Donald J. Rinaldi ’63 passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, at Waterbury Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Donald had a distinguished legal career spanning more than 50 years, practicing law in Waterbury and Watertown, CT. Read more about his life.
In Memoriam: Timothy Sheehan
Timothy Sheehan ’72 passed away at his home on June 28, surrounded by his loving family. Read more about his life and legacy in the obituary he wrote himself.
In Memoriam: Jerome E. Skolnick ’61
Jerome E. Skolnick ’61 recently passed away at the age of 92. He was married for nearly 70 years to his best friend, Lee, who survives him. Read more about his life.
In Memoriam: Lloyd Frauenglass ’66
Lloyd Frauenglass ’66 passed away on June 5. Lloyd practiced family law in Glastonbury, CT, where he was a longtime resident. Read more about his life.
In Memoriam: Robyn Kaplan-Cho ’91
Robyn Kaplan-Cho ’91 passed away on June 12, surrounded by family. Robyn met her husband, Douglas Cho ’91, at UConn Law. According to her obituary, they “cherished their time in law school together, sharing countless laughs and late nights with their UConn Law friend group.”
In Memoriam: Christopher A. Bird ’72
Christopher A. Bird ’72 passed away on May 20, 2026. His obituary is available online.
In Memoriam: William J. Johnston ’72
William J. Johnston ’72 passed away on March 29, 2026. His obituary is available online.