Irene Ann Rich

Born in 1941 to Emerick and Katherine Andrascik, immigrants from Slovakia, Irene grew up in Stratford, CT. With her husband Michael Rich, she raised three children in Newtown, where she was an active member of Rock Ridge Country Club, St. Rose of Lima Church, and the Homemakers Club, before retiring to Florida in the 1990's. All who knew Irene treasured her zest for living, playful sense of humor, and generous heart. She enjoyed polka dancing, playing golf, cards, and Mah Jongg with her many friends in both Connecticut and Florida.

Irene is survived by her husband of nearly 60 years, Michael Rich, daughter Janice Rocha of Danbury, sons James Rich (Jussimara) of Port Saint Lucie, Florida, and Michael Rich of San Francisco, sisters Suzanne Kearney of Danbury and Mary Haisley of Port Saint Lucie, five grandchildren, and two nephews.

The family will receive friends at the Green Funeral Home, 57 Main Street, Danbury on Thursday, February 6, 2020 from 4pm to 7pm.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, February 7, 2020 at 10:30am in Saint Rose of Lima Church, Newtown. Burial will follow in Saint John Cemetery, Stratford.