June O. Schanz, 93, a longtime resident of Northford, died peacefully at home on Sept. 17. She was the wife of the late Valentin William Schanz, to whom she was married for 53 years until his passing in 2005.

June Joyce O’Neill was born June 18, 1928, in West Haven to the late John and Eva O’Neill. She grew up in the Spring Glen section of Hamden prior to moving with her family to Northford as a young teen. After graduating from Lyman Hall High School in Wallingford in 1946, June worked for the telephone company in New Haven, Sears & Roebuck in Hamden, and finally joining alongside her husband running their family dairy farm.

Progressive in thought, loyal and trusted friend, quick witted, pragmatic, giver of sage advice and wisdom, most importantly she loved unconditionally her family and friends.

June was predeceased by her brother Jack O’Neill of Florida, formerly of Northford, and her son Neil Schanz and grandson Christian Schanz, both of Northford. She is survived by her daughters Eve D. Schanz and Valerie L. Schanz, granddaughter Crystal J. Schanz, great-granddaughter Isabella A. Schanz, and great-grandson Dustin N. Cecarelli, all of Northford, as well as her sister-in-law Joanne O’Neill, niece Shari Haskins of Bellingham, Washington, and her nephews John and Richard O’Neill of Florida.

As per June’s request, there will be no visiting hours; burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, please donate in her honor to the North Branford Libraries.

The family extends a special thank you to all the medical staff that cared for her.

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