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Lisa A. Driscoll


WINSTED - Lisa A. Driscoll, 42, Boyd Street, died Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2008. She was the loving wife of Daniel Driscoll.

Born on Feb. 5, 1965, in Whitinsville, Mass., she was the daughter of Michael Cupka of Maine and the late Ruth (Dukes) Cupka. In addition to her devoted husband, Dan, she is survived by a son, Sean E. Driscoll of Winsted; a daughter, Solveic R. Driscoll of Winsted; a brother, David Cupka of Maine; and a nephew, Nathane Cupka.

A Mass of Christian burial was held Monday, Jan. 14, at St. Joseph's Church, Winsted. Burial will be held at St. Peters Cemetery, Torrington. Visit an online guestbook at montano-shea.com.

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