Nina Sokolova, 56, of Newtown, died July 18. She was born in Russia and was the daughter of the late Mikhail and Khesya Gilkin.

Her beloved husband, Mikhail; devoted daughters, Oksana Sokolova and her fiancé, Brian, and Olga Maxwell and her husband, Tyler; adored grandchildren, Natalie and Sophie Maxwell; cherished sister, Liza Barshay and her husband, Eugene; and a niece and a nephew survive her.

Music had always been Mrs Sokolova's passion. She loved singing and playing the piano. She worked for many years as a clinical aesthetician and accomplished her goal of opening a spa with a dear friend.

Funeral services will take place Thursday, July 19, at 3 pm, at Workmen's Circle Cemetery, 250 Reid Street, Fairfield.

Arrangements are in care of The Abraham L. Green and Son Funeral Home, Fairfield.