Peter Zarges, 74; Staples Graduate, Coleytown Volunteer Fire Co. Firefighter
Peter D Zarges passed away peacefully at home May 19th. Peter was born May 10,1947 in Norwalk, CT to Albert and Rachel (Saunders) Zarges.
After graduating from Staples High School, Westport, CT he joined the US Navy. He served aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk off the coast of Viet Nam and North Korea during the Pueblo crisis.
Peter began his 40year career with the various ATT companies in 1970, starting with Southern New England Telephone and moving to Southwestern Bell.
Peter’s life-long commitment to the fire service started at Coleytown Volunteer Engine Company No.6, Westport Fire Department. He continued with Klein Volunteer Fire Department as firefighter. Throughout the years he served as Lieutenant, Captain, District Chief and Fire Marshall. Peter was also an advisor to Exploring Post 31.
Peter is survived by his wife of 49yrs Janet, his two children and their spouses; Liz and Kelcey Trotty and Robert and Corey Zarges; his grandchild Jace Trotty; and his brother and sister-in-law David and Debbie Zarges and many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Gary Sinise Foundation or Fisher House.
Sunrise Rotarians Collecting Food Donations Saturday at Saugatuck Congregational Church
When the Pandemic hit, many in the Norwalk community and surrounding towns were without the means to provide essentials for their families - including adequate food and other supplies. For many families in need, Person-To-Person (P2P). a non-profit charitable organization became their main source of support as is the case today.
To help their cause and to fill the P2P Norwalk Food Pantry, Westport Sunrise Rotary (WSR) volunteers will be receiving food donations at the rear parking lot of Saugatuck Congregational Church, 245 Post Road East, Westport CT 06880 on Saturday, June 26, 2021 from 10:00am - 2:00pm.
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The following is a list of 'Most Needed Pantry' items:
Hearty Soups Snack/Granola Bars
Pasta & Sauce Rick (1 lb. boxes)
Peanut Butter & Jelly Mac & Cheese
Canned Tuna & Chicken Canned Fruit & Veggies
Dried & Canned Beans Pancake Mix
Cold Cereal & Oatmeal Shelf-stable Milk
The following is a list of 'Most Needed Household & Personal' items:
Laundry Detergent Shampoo & Conditioner
Dryer Sheets Toothbrushes & Toothpaste
Disinfectant Wipes Soap: Hand and Body
Kitchen Sponges Deodorant
Liquid Dish Detergent Diapers & Wipes (sizes 5 & 6 are most requested)
Tissues/Kleenex
So as you shop at Costco, Stop & Shop, Fresh Market, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's or Shop Rite in the next few days, please think about our neighbors in need and pick up a few items for them. Your thoughtfulness and generosity will do so much good!
We look forward to having you stop by with your donations that we gladly will accept from from the back of your car, SUV or van.
On behalf of Westport Sunrise Rotary, Saugatuck Congregational Church and Person-To-Person we thank you in advance for your help and support!!
Three Yeas for “Coach Paul Lane Field” at Staples; Board of Selectmen Approve and Move Item to RTM
During their Board of Selectmen meeting this morning, First Selectman Jim Marpe, Second Selectwoman Jen Tooker, and Third Selectwoman Melissa Kane approved the name “Coach Paul Lane Field” for Staples High School’s football field. The decision now passes to the RTM, who will ultimately be responsible for the final “yea” or “nay”. Lane lead Staples High School to many hard-fought victories during a three decade span as coach and physical education educator, in addition to serving as a mentor to generations of Westporters. The naming comes as bittersweet to the community, as “Coach” passed away last week at the age of 93. Staples Wreckers Gridiron Club officer Jim Adrian spoke at today’s meeting in support of the naming of the field, saying that Lane had a positive affect on all of Westport - and that Lane knew the renaming was a possibility - as over one thousand supporters signed an online petition to push the agenda item. Selectwoman Melissa Kane added “his reputation and his style has stood the test of time for Westporters.”
Morning Weather Report [06/23/21] Sunny, Warm
Today
Sunny, with a high near 78. Northwest wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 56. Light and variable wind.
Tomorrow
Sunny, with a high near 78. Light east wind increasing to 5 to 9 mph in the morning.
Tomorrow Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 57. East wind around 8 mph.