Survivors include his children, Cathleen B. Cicarelli of Milford, and Robert G Bayus and his fiancé, Shylene Nunez of Stratford, grandson, Thomas R Cicarelli of Milford, sister, Jeanne Hall and her husband Ed of Bridgeport, and several nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, Jan. 23 at 11 a.m. meeting directly at Our Lady of Grace Church 497 Second Hill Lane Stratford. Interment will be in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Stratford.

At his family’s request, calling hours have been omitted.

While stationed in Japan, he met his wife Masako (divorced) before returning to the States and settling in Westport and starting a family.

Ernie spent his entire civilian career working for American Airlines and was proud of his 34-year record without incident. Ernie lived an active life and could often be found windsurfing at Old Mill Beach, on his daily run, or on his bike, which he rode everywhere. He would frequently stop to “chat” with friends and acquaintances, usually about politics, for hours on end.

After living in Westport for over 30 years, Ernie spent 10 years in the Fairfield Beach area before living most recently at The Watermark in Bridgeport. At The Watermark, Ernie enjoyed spending time with friends, playing water volleyball, and working out in the gym. He especially enjoyed spending time with Renee and her family.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at woundedwarriorproject.org.

She was a true supermom with a passion for Boston sports teams, cooking, gardening, and family celebrations. Her hard work, dedication, commitment to excellence, faith, and love inspired us all.

There will be a service on Tuesday, Jan. 21 at 11 a.m. at Congregation Beth El, 109 East Ave., Norwalk, Burial will follow at Beth El Memorial Park, Norwalk. Memorial observance will be Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 7 - 9 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Friends of the Westport Center for Senior Activities (http://www.wscfriends.org), 21 Imperial Ave.,, Westport, CT 06880 or Congregation Beth El of Norwalk, 109 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06851.

Additionally, he was involved with the Westport Little League Baseball organization, serving multiple terms as League president and umpire in chief.

Most recently, he served on the Board of Directors for Cedar Hammock G&CC. He was an avid golfer and carded multiple holes in one during his lifetime.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Kidney Foundation.

Memorial services will be held on Feb. 17 at 10 a.m.at New Hope Ministries in Naples.

Patricia McGuinn Lawrence died on Jan. 9 at her home in Westport following a seven-year battle with brain cancer. She was 59.

Patricia McGuinn Lawrence: bond trader. Contributed photo

Trish was born in Rye, New York on Jan. 9, 1961. She was the youngest of four children born to Edwin and Vera McGuinn. Trish grew up in Westport and graduated from Staples High School in 1979. After obtaining her bachelor’s degree from Wheaton College in just three years, she enjoyed a successful career as a bond trader on Wall Street, serving as vice president of sales for Prudential Securities.

Trish is survived by her children George III, Harrison, Jacqueline, and Edwin.

A celebration will be held for friends and family at The Patterson Club, 1118 Cross Highway, Fairfield on Jan. 18 from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.