| will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown. (Dir. Rte. 9 South to exit 12, right at end of ramp, funeral home is 1/2 mile on right) Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Friends may visit with the family at Biega Funeral Home on Thursday from 12 Noon-1 p.m. prior to the service. Dan's family suggests that memorial donations in his name be made to the Helen and Harry Gray Cancer Center, Hartford Hospital Fund Development Department, 80 Seymour St., Hartford… Thelma B. Badger, 90, of South Windsor, beloved wife of the late Frederick Badger, died Sunday, July 27, 2008, at her home at the Village at Buckland Court. She was born Sept. 12, 1917, in Granby, Quebec, Canada, daughter of the late Fred S. and Bernice (Palmer) Bassett, and came to this country as a young girl. She was raised in Dover, N.H., and had lived in Syracuse, N.Y., and over 50 years in Manchester before moving to South Windsor. She was an active member of Concordia Lutheran Church in Manchester.… BANTLE, Bruce C. Bruce C. Bantle, 67, beloved husband of Nancy (Deschamps) of South Windsor, passed away Sunday, (July 27, 2008), at Hartford Hospital. He was born in Hartford on January 16, 1941 and has lived in South Windsor for 43 years. He was the son of the late Ernest Bantle and Caroline (Moore) Giglio. Bruce was affectionately known as Homer or Grampa Homer to many of his friends and family. Bruce held many positions with various Connecticut manufacturing company's over the years and was an avid… Edward J. Bartley, 76, of East Hartford, beloved husband of Mary (Bourgeois) Bartley, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2008, at his home. Mr. Bartley was born in Manchester, the son of the late John R. and Agnes (Cushman) Bartley, and had lived in the East Hartford community for many years. He was a proud former United States Marine and had been a steelworker with several local firms. He enjoyed the outdoors and had been an avid fisherman. Along with his wife, Mr. Bartley is survived by his two sons, Donald… are invited to go "Directly" to St. Nicholas Antiochian Orthodox Church, 5458 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, on Thursday at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Romanos Malouf and Deacon Sami Bal officiating the Rite of Burial. Internment will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull. Calling hours are Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Commerce Hill Funeral Home, 4798 Main Street, Bridgeport (on the Trumbull Line). Trisagion Services are Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the funeral home. If desired donations may be made to St.… Benard, Marjorie Ruth "Margie" (Conners) BENARD, Marjorie "Margie" Ruth (Conners) Marjorie "Margie" C. Benard, 85, of Windsor, died peacefully at home on Monday morning (July 28, 2008). She was born in Hartford on March 16, 1923 daughter of the late Stephen and Caroline Conners. She attended Weaver High School, had a love of art, dancing and very proud of her Irish decent. She was a longtime member of St. Gabriel's Church, hardly ever missing an early Sunday Mass. She is preceded in death by her brother Stephen and sisters,… BISACCIA, Carole Therese F. It is with much sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Carole Therese (Foley) Bisaccia, 78, on Monday (July 28, 2008). Carole was the beloved wife of Anthony J. "Stretch" Bisaccia who predeceased her on September 17, 2006 after 52 years of marriage. Named Carole in honor of her Christmas Day birth, Carole was the beloved and cherished mother and grandmother of Lisa Bisaccia, her husband Robert Naparstek and their children, Daniel and Laura of Canton, MA; Linda… BLAKEMAN Paul David Blakeman, age 57, of Oxford, entered into rest Friday, July 25, 2008 at his home. Paul was born in Bridgeport, March 20, 1951, son of Dwight N. and Viola (Mas) Blakeman of Derby. He was a mechanic for many years. He loved the outdoors, enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time at the cabins in Massuchessets and Vermont. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion in Oxford. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his two children; daughter, Alice Olechnowich and her husband… will be held on Friday, August 1st, 10 a.m. at the First Congregational Church of Coventry, 1171 Main Street, Coventry. Burial will follow in Center Cemetery, Coventry. Memorial contributions in her memory may be made to the Virginia and Charles Brown Scholarship Fund, c/o First Congregational Church of Coventry, P. O. Box 355, Coventry, CT 06238. For online condolences and guest book, please visit our website at www.carmonfuneral home.com may call on Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of the services., CARRERAS Rque Carreras Jr, age 54 of Rocky Hill, died Tuesday, July 22, 2008 in the Hartford Hospital. He was born in Bridgeport, and was a Postal Worker for the United States Postal Service. Complete notice to appear in Thursday's edition of the Connecticut Post. The Larson Funeral Home, 2496 Norht Avenue, Bridgeport, is in care of arrangement's, will be held Friday August 1 at 10 a.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church, 531 Woodruff St., Southington. Calling hours are Thursday July 31 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Plantsville Memorial Funeral Home, 975 S. Main St., Plantsville and on Friday, prior to the funeral from 9:30-10 a.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church. For online guest book and directions please visit www.Legacy.com In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Dan may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis,… are invited to attend calling hours Thursday at 5 to 8 p.m. in The Gregory F. Doyle Funeral Home, 291 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford. Interment will be private., may call on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. Memorial Donations may be made in Carmella's memory to Connecticut VNA Hospice, 680 Bridgeport Avenue, Shelton,CT 06484. www.codywhitefuneralservice.com., may call on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Heart to Heart, c/o St. Vincent Medical Center Foundation, 2800 Main St., Bridgeport, CT 06606. To light a virtual candle, visit us at www.abriola.com., Philip L. Demeusy, 79, of East Hartford, widower of Nina (Brainard) Demeusy, died Sunday, July 27, 2008, at Hartford Hospital. He was born in Manchester, and had been employed as an accountant for the State of Connecticut. He is survived by a sister, Dorothy Hoffman of Manchester; a sister-in-law, Ruth Kingsley of Rockfall; and four nieces and two nephews, John Mazzotta of Rockfall, Donna Fitzsimmons of Florida, Debbie Higgins of Somers, Diane LaVoie of Florida, Dale Hoffman of Coventry,, and David Hoffman.… Descheneaux, Cynthia Jean "Cj" (Dauphinais) may call Wednesday 5 to 8 p.m. at the Redgate-Hennessy Funeral Home, Main Street and Gorham Place , Trumbull. In lieu of flowers the family requests that those that so desire make a donation to The Make A Wish Foundation of Connecticut, 126 Monroe Turnpike, Trumbull , CT. To send online condolences visit www.redgatehennessy.com., Dusenberry, Annie Frances (Andera) DUSENBERRY Annie Frances Andera, age 97, was born in Bridgeport, on July 14, 1911 and died on July 27, 2008. Several days before she died, she was in the best of health and enthusiastically celebrated her birthday with family and friends. Annie was the eldest of eight children born to Frances Stas, born in Torisa, Austria and Joseph Andera, born in Berzevica, Austria. She attended Catholic schools in Bridgeport and graduated from the eighth grade. After graduation she worked at a shirt factory in Bridgeport… EVANS, Grezella Delores Grezella Delores Evans (Walker), 86, of Hartford, died Friday (July 25, 2008) at Alexandria Manor in Bloomfield. She was the widow of Lewis Jonathan Evans. Born in Bunkers Hill Trelawny, Jamaica. She immigrated to Florida in 1967 and later relocated to Hartford in 1969, where she was employed as a caregiver in various area nursing homes, until her retirement in 1980. An avid gardener, she is known locally for her beautiful blooms reaped from her garden. Kind, caring and warm are but… Evrard, Rosalie "Rose" (Spofford) Rosalie "Rose" (Spofford) Evrard suddenly passed Saturday, July 26, 2008, at 77 years young. She leaves behind a son and daughter, Scott and Marlene (Tucholski); three grandchildren, Ryan, Matt, and Stephanie; and her beloved companion, Hank Lemire. She is also survived by her loving niece in Buffalo, N.Y., and a very special nephew in San Antonio, Texas; other family members, including the Lemire family; many, many loyal friends, especially one of the "Golden Girls" - Marty. Flowers… Farnham (USAF, Ret), Col. Sheldon W. will be on Thursday, July 31 at 3 p.m. with Rev. Gayle Woodward presiding. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Leak-Memory Chapel, Montgomery, AL, has care of arrangements. at the Temple on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Noah's Ark Scholarship Fund, at Congregation Beth Israel, 701 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06119. Funeral arrangements provided by Hebrew Funeral Association, Inc. 906 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford. are invited to the viewing Thursday, July 31, 2008 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the church. Morton's Mortuary, 25 Margaret E. Morton Lane, Bridgeport is in charge of arrangements., and interment will take place in Florida. In lieu of flowers memorial donations are suggested in the name of Patricia A. Grogan to the American Lung Association at www.lungusa.org. For online memorial guestbook, please visit www. potterfuneralhome.com GUGLIETTA, Francis P. "Frank" Francis P. "Frank" Guglietta, 83, of Burlington, passed away peacefully at his home with his loving wife Lola Jane (Welsh) Guglietta by his side on Monday (July 28, 2008). Frank was born November 22, 1923, in Hartford a son of the late John and Filomena (Maulucci) Guglietta. Frank lived at Lake Garda in Unionville most of his married life until moving to Burlington two years ago. His passion was aviation which he shared with family and friends. As a young… GULIOSO, Elisa H. Elisa H. (Pietraroia) Gulioso, 84, of Rocky Hill, beloved wife of Anthony Gulioso for sixty years, entered into her eternal rest on Monday (July 28, 2008) after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on November 10, 1923, in Sepino, Italy, she was the daughter of Liborio and Rose Marie (Ferrante) Pietraroia. She moved to the United States when she was four years old and graduated from Hartford Public High School. Elisa lived in West Hartford for thirty years before moving to Rocky Hill in… VALERIE HAYE-WATSON We regret to announce the passing of Mrs. Valerie Haye-Watson on Friday July 25, 2008. Beloved wife of Denton. She will be deeply missed by son Dejon, her sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews and all who knew and loved her. Wake will be held on Friday August 1, 2008 5-9pm at Bethel AME Church, 150 Fairfield Avenue, Stamford, Connecticut. Burial Saturday August 2, 2008 9:30am at Bethel AME Church ,150 Fairfield Avenue, Stamford Connecticut. Arrangements handled by the Leo P. Gallagher &… HELDMANN, Florence H. Florence H. Heldmann, 97, of Glastonbury, entered into eternal rest on Monday, (July 28, 2008) at Salmon Brook Center in Glastonbury. She was born in New Britain on October 11, 1910, the daughter of the late Walter and Anna (Michowski) Podhajski. Florence raised her family and lived in Wethersfield for 48 years. She was predeceased by her husband William H. Heldmann, daughter Joyce C. Heldmann and brother Joseph Fredericks. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, William and… JOEL D. HIGHTOWER 6/20/88 - 6/21/08 The family of Joel D. Hightower would like to thank everyone who sent cards, said prayers or came to visit during the loss of our loved one. May God bless all of you. The Hightower and Jenkins Families We would also like to acknowledge Joel's paternal grandfather, Q. Boyce Patterson, formerly of Hartford may visit from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Spadiccino and Leo Gallager Funeral Home, 315 Monroe Turnpike in Monroe. Services will take place Thursday at 9 a.m. at the funeral home with burial to follow at Saint John's Cemetery in Monroe., are invited to go DIRECTLY to St. Michael the Archangel Church in Derby, Friday, August 1, 2008 at 10 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated followed by interment in St. Michael's Cemetery, Derby. Calling hours are on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Commerce Hill-Radozycki Funeral Home, 4798 Main Street, Bridgeport (on the Trumbull line). For online memorials, to light a virtual candle and sign the guest book please visit us at commercehillfh.com., KASPAREK Rose Kasparek, of Venice, Fla., passed away peacefully Tuesday July 29, 2008 with her family by her side. Rose was a longtime resident of Stratford before moving to Florida nine years ago. Born in Barnesboro, Pa. she was the daughter of the late Rose and Joseph Brancato. She was predeceased by her husband Earl Kasparek. She worked for Remington Sperry- Rand for nearly 40 years. Rose loved bargain shopping and went to many outlets with her granddaughter. She lived for her family especially her… KLECMAN, Michael Michael Klecman of West Hartford, 72, passed away on Thursday (July 17, 2008). He was the son of the late Joseph and Anna Klecman. He worked in construction in Hartford during the 1960s when Constitution Plaza was built. He attended Newington High School. He enjoyed cooking. He served the community through his church, focusing his efforts on feeding ministries. He is survived by his sisters, Patricia Chilone of West Hartford and Anna Rocconella of Windsor Locks. He was predeceased by his… KNEEN Ruth L. Kneen, age 79, a lifelong Shelton resident and wife of 56 years to Rodman T. Kneen Sr., passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2008. In addition to her husband Rodman, she is survived by her son, Rodman T. Kneen Jr.; daughter, Robin Harte;, sister, Betty Connery; as well as four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held Saturday, August 2, at 11 a.m. from The Huntington Congregational Church, 19 Church St. Shelton. Burial will be private. There are no calling hours.… Quaker Hill - Balys Kondratas, 89, died peacefully after a short illness at his home at 66 Bloomingdale Rd., Quaker Hill, on Sunday, July 27, 2008.He was born on April 1, 1919, in Kaunas, Lithuania. He graduated from high school in 1937, and began studying Chemistry at the Vytautas Magnus University in Kaunas. World War II had interrupted his studies. In July of 1944, he fled to the West, first to Austria, and then to Germany. In Germany, he married Elena Binkis and fathered two children, Ramunas and… KOSTRISAK, Jennie C. (Zionce) Jennie C. (Zionce) Kostrisak, 83, of Avon, daughter of the late Joseph and Katherine (Kochan) Zionce peacefully passed away Monday (July 28, 2008), at home with her family by her side. She was a member of St. Patrick's Church in Collinsville and was a member of the Ladies Guild. Surviving her are her husband, John, Sr., her son John, Jr. and wife Jan, her two daughters and sons-in-law, Joan and Paul Czaplicki and Judy and John Signorotti; her grandchildren, Michael and… will be Friday, August 1, with a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at 10 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Church, Cambridge Dr., East Hartford. Burial with Military Honors will be at St. Mary's Mausoleum, Burnside Ave., East Hartford. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Frank's memory may be made to the East Hartford Rotary Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 280722, East Hartford, CT 06128-0722. The D'ESOPO-East Hartford Memorial Chapel, 30 Carter St., East… KRIM Michael H. Krim, of Trumbull, was the son of the late Ida and Samuel Krim. He and his beloved wife, Carol were looking forward to celebrating their 50 Wedding Anniversary in three weeks. He was the best Dad to his children, Abby and Risa and to his son-in-law, Gary Sorge. He was the greatest Pa to his grandchildren, Dana and Eric. In addition, until a few short years ago, he and Carol could not be found without their girls, Muffin, Cookie, and Coco, the three luckiest poodles ever. Michael dedicated… MCLAUGHLIN Jonathan Collyer McLaughlin, died at the young age of 41, after a 20 year fight against drug addiction. He died in his sleep in Plantation, Fla. He was known to all of his friends in Vero Beach as loyal, kind, and giving. He moved to Vero Beach in 1977, where he attended St. Edward's School and graduated in 1985 from Vero Beach High School. He attended the University of Mississippi. Jonathan was known for his athletic abilities. He excelled at hockey at a very young age in his hometown of… will be held Friday morning 9 a.m. at Carlson Funeral Home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. at St. Paul's Church, Alling Street, Kensington. Entombment will be in St. Mary Cemetery. Calling hours will be held Thursday 4-8 p.m. at Carlson Funeral Home, 45 Franklin Square, New Britain. The family is grateful to Robert Doddenhoff, MD, his nurse "C", and to Hospice of Central CT for the attentive care given to their mother. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in her memory… will be Friday, August 1, at 11:30 a.m. from the Farley-Sullivan Funeral Home, 34 Beaver Rd., Wethersfield, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12 Noon, in Corpus Christi Church, 601 Silas Deane Hwy., Wethersfield. Burial will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery, 453 Fairfield Ave., Hartford. Friends may call on the family Thursday, July 31, between the hours of 5-8 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the CT. VNA Partners, 95 Woodland, St., Hartford, CT 06105. Horace Minnefield, 83, of South Windsor, beloved husband of Barbara (Calhoun) Minnefield, died Sunday, July 27, 2008, at an area convalescent home. He was born June 6, 1925, in Douglasville, Ga., son of the late Butch and Lily (Beaver) Minnefield, and has been a resident of South Windsor since 1967. He served in the U.S. Navy for 23 years and was a veteran of World War II and the Korean War. After his military service he worked as an aircraft mechanic at Pratt & Whitney Aircraft for several years and… Ruth E. Morris, 71, of Eldredge Road, Willington, died Sunday, July 27, 2008, at Manchester Memorial Hospital, Manchester. She was born in Stafford Springs, the daughter of the late William and Martha (Toberman) Pobuda. She was a retired data processor for Phoenix Insurance and was a member of the Federated Church of Willington. Ruth is survived by her loving husband of 45 years of marriage, Ernest H. Morris of Willington; a brother and sister-in-law, William and Carol Pobuda of Okeechobee, Fla; two… MULLIGAN Alice L. Mulligan, age 85, of Salisbury, formerly of Fairfield, Newtown, and the Black Rock section of Bridgeport, passed away on July 27, 2008 in Noble Horizons Village. Born in Bridgeport, Alice was the daughter of the late Patrick and Agnes McHale Mulligan, and dear sister to the late Edward Mulligan, Sr. A loving, witty aunt, and the family historian, Alice's memory will be cherished by her nieces and nephews, Eileen Mulligan, of Salisbury, Margaret Mary Mulligan, of New Mexico, Joseph… MUSZYNSKI, Reverend Casimir Father Casimir Muszynski, formerly of St. Agnes Church in Niantic, died suddenly on Saturday, (July 26, 2008) at the age of 66. Father Casimir, better known as "Father Cas", was born in Golancza, Poland on February 28, 1942. He entered the seminary in Gniezno, Poland in 1961. During his time of study in the seminary, he was called to serve in the army for two years. He was ordained on October 28, 1967, and last fall celebrated his 40th anniversary of his priesthood in… NGUYEN, Manh-Diem Manh-Diem Nguyen, MD, 64, of Bloomfield formerly of Weston passed away on Saturday (July 26, 2008), in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Nhu Nguyen for 37 years. Dr. Nguyen was born in Vietnam, son of the late Hien and Xuyen (Bui) Nguyen and lived in the area since 1979. Dr. Nguyen specialized in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and was in private practice in West Hartford. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he leaves his… NICHOLAS, Teresa A. (Savoca) Teresa A. (Savoca) Nicholas, 89, of New Britain, passed away peacefully Tuesday (July 29, 2008). She was the widow of George L. Nicholas, who passed away December 9, 2001. Teresa was born in New Britain daughter of the late Gaetano and Victoria (Qualtieri) Savoca. Teresa attended local schools in New Britain. She was a member of Saint Jerome Church were she taught CCD for many years. She is survived by her devoted family, a brother, James J. Savoca of New Britain, three sisters,… ODISHOO, Dorothy (Rondini) Dorothy (Rondini) Odishoo, 80, of Kensington, wife of Edward Odishoo, passed away peacefully on Tuesday (July 29, 2008), after a brief battle with cancer. Born in Simsbury, daughter of the late Evo and Lena Rondini, she has been a Kensington resident since 1963. Dorothy was formerly employed at North &Judd Manufacturing and later Stanley Works for 15 years until her retirement. She was a member of St. Paul's Church in Kensington and a member of the Berlin Chapter of AARP.… OLECNOWICH Anne Olecnowich, age 89, of Waterbury, formerly of Seymour entered into peaceful rest July 28, at the Hewitt Memorial Hospital, Shelton; she was the beloved wife of the late Benjamin Olecnowich. She was born March 26, 1919 in New Haven, daughter of the late Wasil and Josephine (Pigocki) Babarik. Anne was a communicant of St. Anthony's Church, Ansonia; she enjoyed knitting and sewing, bingo, cooking and baking for her family; she also enjoyed tag sales. Anne leaves her loving daughters, Joanne… John "Jack" Padegenis, 66, of Enfield, beloved husband of 28 years of Helen (Kapinos) Padegenis, entered eternal rest on Sunday, July 27, 2008, at Johnson Memorial Hospital after a short illness. Jack was born in Hartford, son of the late Veronica Padegenis, and grew up in Windsor Locks, where he graduated Windsor Locks High School in 1960. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1960 to 1964 and had been employed at the Aetna Insurance Co. for 40 years before his retirement. He was a member of St.… donations may be made to the Connecticut Humane Society, 169 Old Colchester Rd., Quaker Hill, CT 06375. PETERSON Lorraine Keating Peterson, age 72 of Seymour, the beloved wife of Floyd (Pete) Peterson, entered into rest Monday, July 28, 2008, unexpectedly, at Griffin Hospital, Derby. She was born in Bridgeport, June 19, 1936, the beloved daughter of the late Thomas and Jeanette Noel Keating. Lorraine worked for the Newtown Bee and retired from the DuPont Corporation, both of Newtown. She was noted for her kindness, for her fashion sense and fabric arts. Lorraine attended Newtown schools and the University of… are invited to the viewing Friday from 1 to 2 p.m. at the church. Morton's Mortuary 25 Margaret E. Morton Lane, Bridgeport is in charge of arrangements., PIETRYCHA, Mary (Reno) Mary (Reno) Pietrycha, 63, of Old Saybrook, beloved wife of Edward Pietrycha, died Tuesday (July 29, 2008). Born in Hartford she lived in Wethersfield for many years before moving to Cornfield Point, Old Saybrook. She was a very active member of the Cornfield Point Association and it's women's club. She was an avid bowler and enjoyed participating in a local bowling league. Besides her husband she is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, David E. and Laura Pietrycha of New… George J. Popovich Jr., 55, of Stafford Springs, beloved husband of Edna "Cookie" Pearle, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, in Johnson Memorial Hospital, Stafford Springs. He was born on August 11, 1952, in Newburg, N.Y. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughters and son-in-law, Kim and Jeff Tweedie of Ware, Mass., Natalie Marston and Seth Hazzard of Mansfield, and his son, John Popovich of Pennsylvania. He also leaves behind his… Steven Putnam, 55, loving husband of Janette (Miller) Putnam of East Hartford, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, July 23, 2008, at St. Francis Hospital, with his dedicated wife, family and friends by his side, after a struggle with scleroderma. Born in Hartford on Sept. 29, 1952, son of the late Floyd and Evelyn (Napp) Putnam, he had lived in Glastonbury for many years before moving to East Hartford. A brother, Walter Putnam, predeceased him in death. In addition to his wife, he leaves a sister, Connie… gifts should be directed to the Lawrence and Memorial Hospital Development Fund, 365 Montauk Ave., New London, CT 06320. The Thomas L. Neilan and Sons Funeral Home, 12 Ocean Ave., New London is assisting the family and invites you to visit www.neilanfuneralhome.com to sign Mr. Rachleff's online guest book. REDFIELD, Genevieve (Greene) Genevieve (Greene) Redfield, 60, of East Hartford, died peacefully on Sunday, (July 27, 2008) at her residence after her courageous battle with stomach cancer. Genevieve, who was known by "Ginger" was born in 1948 in Hartford to the late Leonard H. Strawther, Sr. and Ora Lee Brown. She was a graduate of Hartford High and Morse School of Business. Prior to entering the corporate world she maintained a home day care where she took pride in taking care of many children… New London - Mary Ellen Taylor Roberts, 78, of 60 Dart St., New London died peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2008, at Lawrence and Memorial Hospital.She was born November 1, 1929, in San Francisco, Calif., to Eaton and Isabel Carter Taylor. She attended the Sarah Dix Hamlin School in San Francisco and graduated from the Goucher College in Towson, MD in 1951. On September 1, 1951 she was married to Richard Harlan Roberts at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco. Together they celebrated 50 years of marriage with… and friends on Wednesday, July 30, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Browne Memorial Funeral Chapels. Memorial donations in her memory may be made to the American Lung Association of Connecticut, 45 Ash St. East Hartford, CT 06108-3272. For online condolences, or directions, visit: www.brownefuneralhome.com SAUMURE, Larry Joseph Larry Joseph Saumure, 59, of Storrs, died Saturday, (July 26, 2008) at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford with his family at his side. He was born March 21, 1949 in California, the son of Joseph and Theresa Saumure, grew up in Massena, NY and was a long time resident of Storrs. He was employed at Pratt &Whitney Aircraft in East Hartford for the past 37 years. Larry was an outdoorsman who loved to fish and cook and ride on his motorcycle. He knew how to have a good time and gave… will be held at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, 33 West Street, Vernon, followed by a burial in St. Catherine's Cemetery in Broad Brook. Memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph's Church, 33 West Street, Vernon, CT 06066 or to the charity of the donors choice. Genevieve (Songailo) Sawicki, wife of the late I. Joseph Sawicki, passed away on July 29, 2008, at Rockville General Hospital surrounded by her family. Genevieve was born on Nov. 11, 1918 in Rockville. She is the daughter of the late Ignace and Anna (Beben) Songailo. She is survived by her loving children: William Sawicki and his wife, Janice, of South Carolina, Joseph Sawicki of Tolland, and Judith Brown and her husband, David, of Tolland. She also leaves seven grandchildren: Thomas Sawicki, Ph.D. of South… SHERMAN Dr. Paul Sherman, Doctor of Chiropractic, passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at Cambridge Manor of Fairfield. He would have been 82 in two weeks. Dr. Sherman was the son of the late Mollie and Murray Sherman, and the beloved husband of Harriet Leipner Sherman. He practiced for 44 years in Bridgeport and Fairfield. All of his patients became his friends and they called him the doctor with the golden hands. Prior to college, he served in the U.S. Navy for two years as a pharmacist-mate second class.… may call Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. A special thanks to the wonderful nurses, aides and social workers of VNS of Connecticut's Hospice care. Your guidance and heartfelt support gave us the strength to keep Dad at home as he wished. In lieu of flowers, the family asks contributions be made to VNS of Connecticut's Hospice Care., SIMONEAU, Michel Michel Simoneau, 47, of Hartford, beloved son of Adrien and Marie (Boutin) Simoneau, of Newington, died Saturday (July 26, 2008). He was born in St. Zacharie, PQ, Canada, and resided in Hartford for many years. Along with his parents, Michel is survived by his brothers, Benoit Simoneau and his wife Sylvie of Newington, and Yvan Simoneau of New Britain; his sisters Aline Garant, and Louise Simoneau, both of Newington, and Denise Doyon and her husband Roger of Berlin; and several aunts,… SINCLAIR, Archibald H. Archibald H. Sinclair, 92, of Windsor and formerly of Springfield, MA passed away Sunday (July 28, 2008). He was born on July 5, 1916 in Saco, ME, the son of the late Archibald C. and Anne (Roberts) Sinclair. He was the eldest of three children and was predeceased by his sister Sylvia Noble in 2002 and his brother Robert Sinclair in 2003. He was a 1935 graduate of Thornton Academy in Biddeford, ME. In the late 1930s he moved from Maine to the Springfield area. In 1940 he married the… STAMP Dolores G. Stamp, age 66 of Bonita Springs, Fla., passed away Saturday, July 26, 2008, as the result of a motor vehicle accident. She had been a resident of Naples and Bonita Springs since 1990 coming from Cape Cod, Mass. She was born in Derby and graduated from the University of New Haven. Dolores retired from the BIC Corporation as an accounting manager. She was a member, Eucharistic Minister and Lector at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church and a former lector at St. William in Naples. She was… SALVATORE E. SUMMA 78, of New Rochelle, passed away peacefully at his home on July 29. Salvatore was born on January 10, 1930 in Port Chester to Antonio and Lucia Summa. He was married in St. Joseph's Church on September 16, 1956. He is survived by his beloved wife of almost 52 years, Catherine (Mary) Schiavone; three cherished sons, Sal Jr. (Theresa) of New Rochelle, David (Tanyia) of Port Chester, and Paul of New Rochelle; five grandchildren, Jacline, Nicole, David, Victoria, and Lisa Marie; his… TARANTO, Robin F. Robin F. Taranto, 46, of Colchester, beloved wife, mother, daughter and sister, passed away unexpectedly, on Thursday (July 24, 2008) while on vacation with her family in Charleston, RI. Born December 25, 1961 in Hartford, she was the daughter of Robert Falbowski of Colchester and the late Geraldine (Roska) Falbowski. She was a 1979 graduate of St. Bernard High School in Uncasville and a 1983 graduate of Ona Wilcox School of Nursing. Robin was a respected R.N. in the Nursing field. She… TAYLOR, Lawrence George Lawrence George Taylor, 85, died Sunday, (July 27, 2008) at Harrington Court, Colchester after a long illness. He was the husband of Joan (Gionet) Taylor to whom he married for 61 years. Larry was born in Taftville on October 11, 1922, the son of George and Amanda Louise (Courtemache) Taylor. He was educated in the Norwich school system and in 1942, he joined the U.S. Army to serve in World War II until 1945. Larry was assigned to Company A, Army Combat Engineers 245th Snorting Bull… may call on Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Parente-Lauro Funeral Home., , may leave condolences at www.adzimafh.com., , , Questions about death notices or Guest Books? program at a nursing home of the donor's choice. Dr. Laura C. Toomey, 79, of Bolton, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2008, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Laura was born in Manchester, daughter of Olive and David Toomey, and was a lifelong Bolton resident. She leaves her brothers, David C. Toomey Jr. and his wife, Mae, Paul Toomey and his wife, Shirley; and her sister, Edith Clark, and her husband, James Clark. She also leaves her niece, Lauren Hoffman, and three nephews, Steven Toomey, Jim Clark Jr., Brian Clark, and their families; as… David L. Usher, 61, of Old Stafford Road, Tolland, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 26, 2008, at his home. He was born in Stafford, son of the late Leonard and Joyce (Kibbe) Usher. David was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam War, and retired as a foreman from the former Johnson's Mill. He was a member of Strazza, Tonoli-Emhoff Post No. 26 American Legion. David is survived by his two brothers, Richard Usher of Springfield, Mass., and James Usher of Tolland; a sister, Diane Clifford of… VEGA, Carmen I. Carmen I. Vega, 63, of Hartford died Monday, (July 28, 2008) at Hartford Hospital. Born in Caguas, Puerto Rico, daughter to the late Emilino Vega and Maria Veguilla. She lived in Hartford since 1954. She worked at Hartford Hospital for 37 years, retiring in December 2006. Carmen is survived by a son Leocadio Cruz Jr. of Hartford; and three daughters: Julia Maria Cruz of Hartford, Lisa Whiters of Florida and Norma Iris Cruz of Hartford; three brothers, Evan Vega of Chicago, IL, Ismael Vega of… Carmela (Felice) Ventura, 94, the widow of Dominick Ventura, died on Saturday, July 26, 2008, at Manchester Memorial Hospital. Born in Manchester, the daughter of Joseph and Concetta (Leone) Felice, she had been a life long resident. Carmela was a long time member and financial secretary for the Regina D'Italia Society. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Rose V. and Bob Erickson; her sons and daughters-in-law, Cataldo and Mary Ventura and Dominick Jr. and Betty A. Ventura; nine… will be held Saturday, August 2, 10 a.m. at Valley Community Baptist Church, 590 West Avon Rd., Avon. Burial will be in Avon. In Lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Valley Community Baptist Church, 590 West Avon Rd., Avon, CT 06001. For online condolences, please visit www. carmonfuneralhome.com VINCENT, Alfred B. Mr. Alfred B. Vincent, 75, of New Haven Ave., Plainville passed away Saturday (July 26, 2008), at his home. He was the wife of Irma Cordova-Vincent. Vincent was born in Modzerowo, Poland on April 14, 1933. He worked for many years as a toolmaker at New England Aircraft Products. He wrote A World of Poetry under the pen name of James Orville Beady, which was used at the University of Brazil, in foreign language classes. He was a monthly contributor to the University's news letter… WAGNER, Henry C., III Henry "Chris" Wagner, passed away Sunday (July 20, 2008) at his home in West Hartford. A Service will be held at St Paul Church, 485 Alling St, Kensington, CT, to honor the repose of his soul on Saturday, August 2, at 10 a.m. WILK, Giovanna L. "Jennie" Giovanna L. "Jennie" Wilk, 96, wife of the Late Edward Wilk, of Middletown, formerly of Portland, died Monday (July 28, 2008) at the Middlesex Hospital. She was born November 10, 1911 in Middletown, daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Passamano) Augeri. She was a member of St. Sebastian Church. Jennie enjoyed family and friends and was a very social and outgoing person. She was an Avid Boston Red Sox fan. She is survived by a brother, Joseph Augeri of… |
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Connecticut Daily Obituaries 07/30/08
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