Stephen M. "Steve" Randlett, 75, of Sandy Hook, beloved husband of Judith Ann (Wood), died peacefully December 16, at his home, after a short illness. Born in Portland, Maine, he attended school in Bridgeport, graduated from Central High School in 1960, and attended Worcester Polytechnic Institute and the University of Bridgeport.

While serving in the National Guard in the early 1960s, Mr Randlett assisted in the rebuilding of the flood zones that were left devastated from the flood of 1955. He was then a faithful and dedicated employee in the IT department of Sikorsky Aircraft for 48 years. As manager of the Sikorsky's softball team, Mr Randlett was integral in raising countless funds for Easter Seals, a charity to which he was devoted.

Upon retirement, Mr Randlett enjoyed spending time with his wife and family, including his children, Robin Randlett; Michael Randlett; Karyn Barrere; Teal McCann and her husband Brian; Burton Clark and his wife Kelly; Christopher Clark; and Douglas Randlett and his wife Sarah, whom survive him. He also leaves 12 beautiful grandchildren, Adam Randlett; Kelly Gregiore and her husband Dan; Chelsey McCann; Alex McCann; Allison Vaivoda; Bailey McCann; Haley Clark; Rebecca Chaisson; Dylan McCann; Kendell Clark; Victoria Vaivoda; and Cassidy Randlett, whom he loved with all his heart.

Services are private.

Those who so desire may make a contribution in his memory to Regional Hospice and Home Care, 30 Milestone Road, Danbury CT 06810 or regionalhospice.org.

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