The newspaper’s obituaries section acts as both archive and archive, preserving intimate glimpses of character that might otherwise fade with time. “These are more than announcements of death,” said editor [NAME], “they are moments to connect—with family, with neighbors, with the quiet impact a person has had on so many.” Obituaries capture birthdays, milestones, careers, and relationships, revealing the depth of someone’s presence long after they are gone. ### The Names Remembered Today’s tributes center on seven individuals whose lives intersected with Danbury’s history in profound ways: - **Eleanor Marie Thompson, 87**, remembered as a devoted wife, retired school librarian, and founding member of the Danbury Literacy Coalition.

Her decades of fostering reading and learning shaped generations of young minds. “Mrs. Thompson loved books not just for stories, but for the worlds they opened,” said neice Linda Peterson in the obituary.

“She didn’t read to open doors—she opened hearts.” - **James “Jim” Holloway, 64**, a steadfast firefighter with the Danbury Fire Department for 32 years, known for calm under pressure and a quiet leadership style. Colleagues recall his dedication in emergency response and coaching youth through community fire safety programs. - **Martha Sue Belford, 91**, whose decades as a nurse and early volunteer at the Danbury Community Clinic touched countless lives.

She provided care with a gentle strength, often sharing remedies made from family recipes passed down through waves of immigration. - **Robert Daniel Gray, 53**, a gifted engineer whose work helped modernize the city’s water infrastructure. Colleagues describe him as “the quiet innovator—always solving one problem at a time, but with lasting impact.” - **Clara Ann Rice, 78**, beloved mother of six, devoted Sunday school teacher, and pillar of the St.

Mary’s Church community. She kept the faith alive through her songs, meals, and unwavering presence at church gatherings. - **Daniel Kawasaki, 42**, a rising tech entrepreneur and father whose presence in Danbury’s small business scene inspired innovation and hope.

Colleagues remember his enthusiasm and mentorship, especially for young immigrant entrepreneurs. - **Mrs. Ruth M.

Jenkins, 76**, a cherished grandmother whose storytelling brought warmth to family dinners and local senior centers. She found joy in preserving stories, turning memories into lessons. Each lives, now quietly remembered in print, through the detailed accounts that define their time, values, and ties to the community.

These obituaries do more than mark absence—they amplify presence. ### Patterns of Loss and Legacy While cause of death is not listed publicly in these tributes, the collective tone hints at lives cut short by illness, accident, or the slow passage of time—reminders of mortality’s quiet reach. Yet in honoring these individuals, the obituaries elevate resilience, connection, and purpose.

When Danbury News Times publishes these reflections, it invites readers not only to grieve, but to celebrate—the selection of seven lives not as isolated events, but as threads in a greater communal tapestry. Obituaries, when crafted with care, bridge generations. They preserve voice, validate identity, and remind a town that even fleeting moments leave enduring marks.

Through photos, anecdotes, profession, and personal bonds, the obituaries ensure no life is forgotten quietly. Today’s pages in the Danbury News Times> remind us: loss is never truly silent. Through respectful remembrance, Danbury keeps its memory alive—one life, one story at a time.