Thursday, September 25, 2008

Connecticut Obituaries 09/25/08

  • Asuo-Mante Jr., Harrison M.

    and friends on Friday, Sept. 26, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. To share stories and condolences online, please visit: www.mem.com

    • Austin, Marie P.

      are invited to attend the funeral on Friday at 9 a.m. in St. Ann Church, Naugatuck Avenue, Milford, with a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be in Mt. St. Mary Cemetery, Flushing, N.Y. There will be no calling hours. The Gregory F. Doyle Funeral Home, 291 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford is in charge of arrangements. Contributions may be made to the Milford Senior Center, St. Ann 50+ Club or to Beth-El Shelter in Mrs. Austin's memory.,

      • Bartley, Robert E.

        Robert E. Bartley, 66, a lifelong resident of Enfield, entered into his eternal rest on Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at St. Francis Hospital after a courageous battle with prostate cancer. Born on Sept. 30, 1941, in Enfield, Bob was the son of the late Norman E. and Eleanor (King) Bartley. Bob was the proprietor and vice president of Genalco Inc. of Southern New England. He was an avid Nascar fan, enjoyed Stafford Motor Speedway and all local racing. He especially enjoyed time spent with his family, traveling in…

        • Bellinger, Henry Johns

          Henry Johns Bellinger, 82, of Enfield, husband of Carol A. (Galeziowski) Bellinger, passed away Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born Feb. 24, 1926, in Hartford to the late Horace and Anna (Johns) Bellinger. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army. He earned a master's degree in counseling from the University of Hartford and worked as a career counselor for the State of Connecticut at the Carl Robinson Correctional Institution. Henry was…

          • Brouwer, Kimberly

            New London - Kimberly Rose Brouwer, 39, of 83 Mansfield Rd., died Tuesday at Yale New Haven Hospital after a long illness.She was born in Dayton, Ohio on April 29, 1969. She was the daughter of Robert C. Magee, Jr. of Clayton, Ohio, and Rose O'Grady of Dayton, Ohio. She was a graduate of Northmont High School in Clayton.In addition to her parents, she is survived by her son, Cody Brouwer of New London; three brothers, Robert C. Magee, III and his wife, Maria of Clayton, Ohio, Michael A. Edwards of…

            • Brown, Muriel Estelle (Burr)

              Muriel Estelle (Burr) Brown, 86, of South Windsor, beloved wife for 60 years of the late Benjamin K. Brown, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, at Hartford Hospital. Born in East Lyme on April 26, 1922, daughter of the late Howard T. and Muriel Estelle (Reeve) Burr, she was raised in Orange and had lived in the house that she and her husband built in South Windsor since 1954. A retiree of the South Windsor Public Schools, she worked as a cafeteria manager for 25 years. In her spare time, she…

              • Bull, David F.

                DAVID F. BULL Food Executive, Dies at 83 David Frelinghuysen Bull, the last president of the Cream of Wheat Company and a retired senior vice president of the National Biscuit Company (Nabisco), died on Tuesday, September 23, at the Rosenthal Hospice Residence in Stamford, Connecticut. He was 83. The cause was melanoma. He had spent the last summer of his life at home in Greenwich, Connecticut, with his wife, the former Anna Cochran (Nan) Ewing. The couple celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary on August…

                • Burkus, Jean Casale

                  BURKUS, Jean Casale Jean Casale Burkus was born on September 30, 1927, the first child of Agostino and Frances Casale in Brooklyn, New York. She attended PS-68, 73 and Grover Cleveland High School where she graduated with honors in Biology. She attended City University of New York (CUNY) at Hunter College where she majored in Biology and graduated in 1948. She completed Fellowships in Sciences at Rutgers University and the University of California (UCLA). She continued her academic work at Duke University…

                  • Casey, Kathleen Ann

                    CASEY, Kathleen Ann Kathleen Ann Casey, 65, of Hartford, entered into the Lord's embrace Wednesday (September 24, 2008), at home with her family by her side, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born in Bridgeport, she was the daughter of the late Thomas L. and Hazel (Pearson) Casey. Kathleen recently retired from the C.S.E.A. Credit Union, in the Hartford office having completed forty two years of service. Kathleen leaves to mourn; her brothers, Michael Casey and his wife Sonya of Milford,…

                    • Castoldi Sr., Raymond P.

                      in celebration of Ray's life will be held on Saturday September 27, 2008 with the procession forming at 9 a.m. from Browne Memorial Funeral Chapels to St. Bernard's Church for a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial interment with military honors will follow in St. Patrick's King St. Cemetery, Enfield. His family will receive relatives and friends on Friday evening Sept. 26, from 5-8 p.m. at Browne Memorial Funeral Chapels, 43 Shaker Rd, Enfield. Memorial donations in his memory may be made to the…

                      • Cobb, Lonnie Edward

                        COBB Minister Lonnie Edward Cobb, age 60, a former resident of Stamford for more than 40 years and a resident of Bridgeport for more than 15 years passed away on Monday, September 22, 2008 at St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport. Minister Cobb was a member of Miracle Faith World Outreach Ministry for more than 30 years and served as an Evangelist, Deacon, Exhorter, Manager over the Tent Ministry, transportation and other Auxiliaries in the church. Calling hours are Friday, September 26, 2008, from…

                        • Constantine, Joan B.

                          and burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. Rose Hill Funeral Home has care of arrangements.

                          • Coscina, Lucia "Lucy"

                            will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 South Main Street, New Britain followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 11 a.m. at St. Ann's Church. Burial will take place in St. Mary's Cemetery. Calling hours are from 5-8 p.m. on Friday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Connecticut Children's Medical Center Foundation, Inc., 282 Washington Street, Hartford, CT 06106 or the American Diabetes Association, 300 Research Parkway, Meriden, CT 06450. For…

                            • Cox, Roger F.

                              be held. An open house to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, October 11, 1-4 p.m. at the family farm. The family suggests donations be sent to Cheryl Perrone, 11220 Fieldstone Lane NE, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 to purchase a memorial bench for Roger's favorite beach on Cape Cod. His ashes will be scattered at his favorite places.

                              • Criscitelli, Tracie L.

                                and friends during calling hours on Tuesday, Sept. 23, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Browne Memorial Funeral Chapels. Memorial donations in her memory may be made to the UCONN Health Center, Oncology 6, 263 Farmington Ave., Farmington, CT 06030. For online condolences, and/or directions, visit: www.brownefuneralhome.com

                                • Domanico, Colin Charles

                                  Colin Charles Domanico, 2, of Cicero, N.Y., passed away at home on Sunday. He is survived by his parents, Timothy and Melanie Domanico; maternal grandparents, Alex and Kathy Corsello of Cicero; paternal grandparents, Charles and Patricia Domanico of Manchester; maternal great-grandfather, Patrick Caruso of Syracuse; paternal great-grandmothers, Margaret Domanico and Jeanette Bould, both of Long Island; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Daniel Kveselis…

                                  • Downie, Marjorie Fyfe

                                    DOWNIE, Marjorie Fyfe Marjorie Fyfe Downie, "Granny Marge" 73 of Old Saybrook, passed away September 22, 2008. She was born October 5, 1934 in Glasgow, Scotland. Marjorie is the daughter of James and Catherine (McCullough) Sawers. She is preceded in death by parents, husband, Duncan William Downie, brother, James Sawers and sister, Catherine Davidson. Marjorie is survived by loving children; Lyndia Downie Francis and her husband, John of Norton, MA, Duncan Downie and his wife, Christine (McManus)…

                                    • Dzen Sr., John D.

                                      DZEN, John D. Sr. John D. Dzen, Sr., 73, beloved husband of Virginia (Gadapee) Dzen of South Windsor, died Thursday (September 18, 2008) at Hartford Hospital. A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held, Friday, Sept., 26, at 3 p.m., at Wapping Community Church, 1790 Ellington Road, South Windsor. There are no calling hours. He was laid to rest in Wapping Cemetery, South Windsor, after a private ceremony. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the John D. Dzen, Sr., Scholarship Fund…

                                      • Fabiaschi, Michael Anthony

                                        FABIASCHI, Michael Anthony Michael Anthony Fabiaschi, 53, of Rye Beach, NH, passed away unexpectedly September 23, 2008. He was happily married to his high school sweetheart, Debra (Miller) Fabiaschi for 31 years. He grew up in Torrington, the oldest of five. Above all, he put family first. He enjoyed days at the beach that didn't end until after sunset and taking long walks with his wife. His generosity and attentiveness left everyone feeling appreciated and understood. As president and CEO of…

                                        • Finamore, Patricia (Moffit)

                                          FINAMORE, Patricia (Moffit) Patricia (Moffit) Finamore, 84, wife of the late Odilio B. Finamore died Sunday, (September 21, 2008), at Mount Carmel Medical Center, Columbus, OH. She was born March 24, 1924 in Buffalo, NY, daughter of the late Thomas and Marie (Krass) Moffit and had lived in Simsbury for over 30 years prior to moving to Columbus, in 1995. Patricia was a member of St. Mary's Church, Simsbury, the Simsbury Garden Club and was very active in the Cub Scouts having been a Den Mother. She…

                                          • Gerardi, Maria Lucy

                                            • Giannitti, Raffaele

                                              RAFFAELE GIANNITTI a former Stamford resident, passed away Sunday, September 21, 2008, in San Mango Sul Calore, Italy. He was 92 years old. He worked for Bunker Ramo for many years, while residing in the USA. He is survived by his wife Albina, of San Mango. He is also survived by his son Sabino, (Rita) of Stamford, and his son Claudio (Katerina) of Torino, Italy. He is also survived by his granddaughter Erica, of Stamford, and grandsons Raffaele and Francesco, of Torino, Italy. Also survived by brothers,…

                                              • Grimaldi, Linda Marie

                                                are invited to call at the Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels, 61 South Road, Enfield, on Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Linda's memory be made to Rays of Hope Baystate Health Foundation Inc., 759 Chestnut St., Springfield, MA 01199 to benefit "Linda's Friends" For additional information, directions, or to extend an online expression of sympathy, please visit: www.leetestevens.com.

                                                • Grinold, Russell Lester

                                                  GRINOLD, Russell Lester Russell Lester Grinold, 77, of East Hartford, peacefully passed away on Tuesday (September 23, 2008), at Manchester Memorial Hospital. Russell was the devoted husband of fifty-six years to Pauline "Polly" (Conti) Grinold of East Hartford. Born in Hartford on April 13, 1931, a son of the late Russell S. and Anna (Gilman) Grinold, he had resided in East Hartford for the past forty years. He was a graduate of Bulkeley High School in Hartford, Class of 1949. Russell was a…


                                                • Griswold, Richard Garland

                                                  Richard Garland Griswold, 81, of Vernon, a Navy veteran of World War II, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008, at Rockville General Hospital with his loving wife by his side. Richard was born on Feb. 28, 1927, in Norwood, Mass., to the late Frederick and Louise (Garland) Griswold. Having graduated at 17 from Classical High School in Springfield, Mass., he joined the U.S. Navy. Upon discharge, he attended the University of Connecticut. Richard resided in Ellington for 42 years before relocating to Vernon.…

                                                  • Guadagnino, Frank

                                                    Frank Guadagnino, 68, of Vernon, died unexpectedly on Monday, Sept. 22, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Anne Marie (Grondin) Guadagnino for 43 years. He grew up in Washington Township, N.J., son of the late Frank and Carmela (Longobucco) Guadagnino; he lived in Somers before moving to Vernon in 1995. Frank was a self employed mason for most of his life. He was a member of the Somers Volunteer Fire Department for 15 years and served as president in 1991 and 1992. Frank loved the outdoors, gardening, and…

                                                    • Guynup, Marion Maddocks (Archambault)

                                                      GUYNUP, Marion Archambault Maddocks Marion Archambault Maddocks Guynup, 94, died on Sunday, (September 21, 2008) at home in Bloomfield, where she had lived for the past 44 years. She was born on January 25, 1914 to the late Joseph Magnus Archambault and Clarion Myrtle Fenton Archambault of Pennsylvania. She leaves her four children and their extended families: Melvin Fulsom Maddocks, Jr. and wife Diane of East Granby, Roy Magnus Maddocks, Sr. of Hollywood, FL; Earle Raymond Maddocks and wife Patricia of…

                                                      • Hussex, Ricky R.

                                                        Ricky R. Hussex, 50, of Windsor Locks, beloved husband of 32 years of Kathy (Hadlow) Hussex, passed away Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at St. Francis Hospital following a stroke. Ricky was born in Pittsfield, Mass., son of Robert and Diana (Lawson) Hussex of Windsor Locks, and was a resident of Windsor Locks most of his life. He was an operating engineer with Brunalli Construction of Southington for the past 30 years and also was in business with his father in R. Hussex and Son in Windsor Locks. A race car…

                                                        • Jaskot, Bonnie Bee

                                                          Bonnie Bee Jaskot November 28, 1945-September 23, 2008 LISBON - Bonnie Bee Jaskot, 62, of 11 Townhouse Rd. in Lisbon died Tuesday evening at the Backus Hospital. She was born in New London on November 28, 1945, a daughter to the late Nordell and Elleanor (Babcock) Baxter. Bonnie has been employed as a school bus driver in Lisbon for the past twenty years. She was also a volunteer instructor for the Young Marines. She was married on May 25, 1974 to Albert T. Jaskot, Sr., who she is survived by. Additional…

                                                          • Johnson, A. Dudley

                                                            JOHNSON A. Dudley Johnson, born February 26, 1922, passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2008 in Palm Springs, Calif. Cantankerous, but loving to the end, Dud was a lifelong resident of Fairfield. As the son of Allen Apgar Johnson and Katherine Sturges Glover Johnson, he was a member of one of the founding families of the town. He married Phyllis Madaloni Johnson of Bridgeport in 1945 while a First Lieutenant in the Air Force. On one of his first missions flying a P-51 over Germany, it was announced the war…

                                                            • Johnson, Nellie "Nell" (Kallajian)

                                                              Nellie "Nell" (Kallajian) Johnson, 93, of Glastonbury, and formerly of Manchester and Hartford, beloved wife of the late Edward J. Johnson, died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008. at the Glastonbury Healthcare Center. She was born June 28, 1915, in Hartford, daughter of the late Harry and Veronica Kallajian. She attended Hartford schools and was a 1932 graduate of Hartford Public High School. She worked as a secretary for the Hartford Board of Education for several years, and during WWII, she worked for…

                                                              • Jurewicz, Stanley A.

                                                                JUREWICZ, Stanley A. Stanley A. Jurewicz, 57, of Rocky Hill, loving husband of Kristine (Dmochowska) Jurewicz, passed away on Monday, (September 22, 2008) following a tragic boating accident. Born in Poland on April 16, 1951, he was the son of Stella (Sciagaj) Jurewicz of Ansonia and the late Antoni Jurewicz. Stanley, along with his family, immigrated to the United States in 1969. He was a machinist for Merritt-Davis Electric and was a faithful communicant of SS Cyril &Methodius Church. Stanley enjoyed…

                                                                • Kaynor, Kenneth W.

                                                                  KAYNOR, Kenneth W. Kenneth W. Kaynor, 88, died peacefully on September 16, 2008 in West Hartford. Born in Springfield, MA on January 25, 1920, he was the fourth of six children of the late William Kirk Kaynor and Alice Chapin (Reed) Kaynor. He is survived by his wife, Debbie of West Hartford; two brothers, William Kaynor of Suffield and Edward Kaynor of Amherst, MA; three sons, Robert of Durham, NC, Mark of Deltaville and Blacksburg, VA, and Peter of Peru, ME; and many friends and relatives. A graveside…

                                                                  • Keish, Harold A.

                                                                    • Kingery, John Marston

                                                                      may call on Friday from 5 to 8 P.M. at the Castiglione Funeral Home, 134 Hamilton Avenue, Greenwich, Ct. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 469 North Street, Greenwich, Ct. and the Burial at St. Mary's Cemetery immediately following. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to Greenwich Riding and Trails Association, P.O. Box 1403, Greenwich, Ct. 06830.,

                                                                      • Kot, Beatrice I.

                                                                        KOT Beatrice I. Kot, age 91, beloved wife of the late Nicholas Kot, passed away peacefully Sunday, September 21, 2008. She leaves three children and their families, Mitchell and Jennifer Kot of Viet Nam, Susan and David Reynolds of Milford and James and Mary-Jo Kot of Shreveport, La.. She was the proud grandmother of eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was also predeceased by her sister, Lillian Arnett. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., she became a resident of Milford at age 19 and lived in Milford…

                                                                        • Krechko Jr., Clement "Clem"

                                                                          • Ladny, William S.

                                                                            William S. Ladny, 60, of Tolland beloved husband of Gail (Quinlivan) Ladny, passed away Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, at home surrounded by his family after a three year battle with cancer. He was born March 4, 1948, in Mineola, N.Y., the son of Stanley Ladny of Windsor Locks and the late Genevieve (Anuszewski) Ladny. He was employed by the Connecticut Department of Labor. He was a U.S. Marine veteran of Vietnam and a member of the Tolland Historical Society. Besides his wife, he is survived by his two loving…

                                                                            • Landers, William Burns "Bill"

                                                                              LANDERS, William "Bill" Burns William "Bill" Burns Landers, 43, of Glastonbury, the beloved husband of Dorie (Shaw) Landers, passed away on Wednesday, (September 24, 2008). He was born in Hartford and was the son of Robert W. Landers of Glastonbury and the late Patricia (Burns) Landers. Bill graduated from Eastern Connecticut State University and was CEO and President of Xsellense, Inc. He was a coach for the Hartwell Soccer Club and Glastonbury Basketball Association and was an avid…

                                                                              • Leone, Jane B.

                                                                                LEONE Jane B. Leone, age 54, died Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at Bridgeport Health Care Center. Born in New London, she resided in Stratford and Bridgeport most of her life. Jane was the daughter of Edna B. Haley of Stratford and the late William G. Haley. She is also survived by her daughters, Tammy Boyle and Rebecca Boyle, both of Bridgeport and six grandchildren, Michiline Lamothe, Michael Boyle, Mekhi Boyle, Anthony Asbury, Antionette Asbury and Thomas Asbury. Burial will be private. Arrangements by…

                                                                                • Lichatz, William J.

                                                                                  LICHATZ, William J. William J. Lichatz, 83, of Dunnellon, FL, and formerly of Windsor, beloved husband for 43 years of Dolores (Yuschak) Lichatz, passed away at his home on Saturday (September 20, 2008). A native of Hartford, he was born on Sept. 14, 1925 to the late John and Anna Lichatz. He served our country in the U.S. Air Force. Bill was a Travelers Insurance Company retiree where he was an active member of the Travelers Men's Club serving a one-year term as President. He was a member of the…

                                                                                  • Lipoczky, Mary Katrinchak

                                                                                    LIPOCZKY Mary Katrinchak Lipoczky, age 91 of Norwalk, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at the Carolton Chronic and Rehabilitation Hospital in Fairfield. She was the wife of the late Stephen Lipoczky. Mary was born in Hungary, May 10, 1917, daughter of the late George and Mary Katrinchak and had lived in Norwalk for most of her life. She was retired from Ben Franklin Middle School where she had worked in the cafeteria. Mary was a member of the Women's Guild at the Calvin Reformed Church. She loved family…

                                                                                    • Magnan, Barbara Ann

                                                                                      MAGNAN, Barbara Ann (Norman) Barbara Ann (Norman) Magnan, 75, of Elm Street, Tariffville, wife of the late Richard Joseph Magnan died September 19, 2008 at John Dempsey Hospital, Farmington. She was born December 21, 1932 in New York, daughter of the late Daniel and Helen Norman and had lived in Tariffville since 1965. Barbara enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her family. She is survived by her three sons, Richard R. Magnan, David D. Magnan and James M. Magnan, all of Tariffville. Funeral service…

                                                                                      • Matos, Engracia Gonzales

                                                                                        may call on Thursday at the Larson Funeral Home, 2496 North Avenue, Bridgeport, from 5 to 8 p.m. The family would like to Thank the staffs of St. Vincent's Medical Center, the Lord Chamberlain Health Care and the VNS.,

                                                                                        • Mayer, Barbara (Masso)

                                                                                          MAYER, Barbara (Masso) Barbara (Masso) Mayer, 47, of Coventry, beloved wife of Brian M. Mayer, died Tuesday, (September 23, 2008) in Manchester Hospital. She was born May 1, 1961 in Lewiston, ME the daughter of the late James G. and Rita (LaFreniere) Masso, Sr. Barbara was employed by Natchaug Hospital in Mansfield. She was recently certified as a Senior Professional of Human Resources. Besides her husband her survivors include a son, Jacob Mayer of Coventry and a brother, James G. Masso, Jr. of…

                                                                                          • McDonald, Olen L.

                                                                                            McDONALD, Olen L. Olen L. McDonald, 88, died on Tuesday, (September 23, 2008) at a local nursing home. He was born in Maysville, WV, a son of the late Lloyd W. and Sadie Mae (Lyon) McDonald. Olen was a Carpenter with Connecticut State Council of Carpenters and worked for many area construction companies and faithfully served his country in the Army during World War II. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Manchester and the Veteran of Foreign Wars in Glastonbury. Olen was an avid deer hunter and…

                                                                                            • McGuire, Patricia "Patty" (Emmons Boisseau)

                                                                                              Patricia "Patty" (Emmons Boisseau) McGuire of East Hartford, wife of James L. McGuire, entered into her new life on Sept. 22, 2008. Patricia was born on March 18, 1941, in the Bronx, N.Y., and was predeceased by her father, J. Emmons, mother, Marion Boisseau, step-father, Paul Boisseau. and her grandparents, Jacob and Althea (Lowell) Keller. Patricia was raised in Chesterfield, Mass., and moved to East Hartford, then South Windsor, where she was a member of Ellsworth High School Class of 1959.…

                                                                                              • Means, Herbert E. "Herb"

                                                                                                will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to the Helen &Harry Gray Cancer Center, 80 Seymour St., P.O. Box 5037, Hartford, CT 06102. Funeral arrangements by the D'Esopo Funeral Chapel. For online expressions of sympathy, please visit www.desopo.com

                                                                                                • Meyer, Edwin James

                                                                                                  MEYER, Edwin James Edwin James Meyer, 74, of Ellington and Wildwood, FL passed away Tuesday, (Sept. 23, 2008), at home in Ellington. He was born in Manchester the son of the late Edwin Carl and Gladys (Maquire) Meyer. He was a U S Navy Veteran of Korea, served four years, and he retired from SNET after 30 years. Edwin leaves behind his wife Suzanne (Voiges) Meyer of 50 years, a daughter Gretchen Elizabeth Thompson, a son Edwin Carl Meyer and Tammy Petrolito, five grandchildren, Bruce Thompson and his…


                                                                                                • Mikolaitis, George A.

                                                                                                  MIKOLAITIS, George A. George A. Mikolaitis, 48, of Simsbury passed away unexpectedly Monday (September 22, 2008) at his home. He was born and raised in Hartford, son of the late George and Nellie (Proach) Mikolaitis and was a graduate of A. I. Prince Technical School, Hartford. George had resided in the greater Hartford area most of his life and had been employed with the United States Postal Service for 28 years. George had a special love for the game of golf, expresso, Jai Alai, the Colts and his two…

                                                                                                  • Morrell Sr., Gerald E.

                                                                                                    MORRELL, Gerald E. Sr. Gerald E. Morrell Sr. passed away September 18, 2008 under hospice care at "Community Care Rehabilitation Center" in Riverside, CA. Born in Caribon, ME he was one of six children of the late Wesley and Fannie (Crockett) Morrell. The family moved to Connecticut and settled in Bristol. After Gerald served in the Navy during World War II, he returned home and settled in Waterbury for many years. He then moved to Riverside, CA where he spent the rest of his life. He is survived…

                                                                                                    • Morris, Donna Marie (Oliva)

                                                                                                      MORRIS, Donna Marie (Oliva) Donna Marie (Oliva) Morris, 54, of Perry, ME, formerly of Rocky Hill, wife of James Morris, died, Sunday, (October 7, 2007), in Dover NH. Inurnment will be held at on Saturday, September 27, at 10:30 a.m. at Rose Hill Memorial Park, Rocky Hill.

                                                                                                      • Neary, Phyllis M.

                                                                                                        may greet the family Thursday, September 25, 2008 from 4 to 7:30 p.m. in the Larson Funeral Home, 2496 North Avenue, Bridgeport. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, September 26, 2008 at 10 a.m. directly at the Notre Dame of Easton Church, 655 Morehouse Road, Easton. Burial will be in Mt. Grove Cemetery of Easton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Easton Senior Center, 650 Morehouse Road, Easton, CT 06612.,

                                                                                                        • O'Brien, Donald

                                                                                                          may call Thursday, 4 to 8 p.m. Donald's family would like to thank the Jewish Home for the Elderly, with a special thank you to Sharla for going beyond with love and care for Donald. To send online condolences visit www.redgatehennessy.com.,

                                                                                                          • O'Toole, Kevin Michael

                                                                                                            O'TOOLE Kevin Michael O'Toole, died suddenly in Long Beach, Calif., one day prior to his 54th birthday. Kevin was born August 19, 1954 in Coal Gables, Fla., and grew up in Westchester, N.Y. He attended the College of Boca Raton and graduated from the University of Central Florida. Kevin served in the U.S. Navy and was stationed aboard the USS Forrestal. He was predeceased by his father, James O'Toole and step-father, James McNaughton. He is survived by his mother, Audrey M. McNaughton of Ormond…

                                                                                                            • Pabst, Glenn C.

                                                                                                              Glenn C. Pabst, Past Right Worshipful Master, 93, of Tolland, and previously of Tonawanda, N.Y., husband of Cecelia A. (Jausz) Pabst, entered into Eternal Rest on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, at Woodlake at Tolland. Glenn was born Dec. 17, 1914, in Buffalo, N.Y., the son of the late Charles and Elizabeth (Buell) Pabst. Glenn was a past master of the Master Builder Lodge No. 911 F. & A.M. in Kenmore, N.Y., a Scottish Rite Mason, Valley of Buffalo, and a A.A.O.N.M.S. Shriner. In July 2001, he was designated…

                                                                                                              • Pereira, Julia Rosario

                                                                                                                PEREIRA, Julia Rosario Julia Rosario Pereira, 91, of West Hartford, beloved wife of the late Jose Francisco Louro, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, (September 24, 2008). Born in Val-Florido, Portugal, daughter of the late Antonio Pereira and Maria do Rosario Neves, she had lived in West Hartford for the past 18 years. Julia was a farmer and herbalist, as well as, a kind and good humored mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a communicant of Lady of Fatima Church, Hartford. She leaves a son,…

                                                                                                                • Perez, Jorge Washington

                                                                                                                  may call on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family through the funeral home. To light a virtual candle, visit us at www.abriola.com.,

                                                                                                                  • Petretti, Barbara Mulhall

                                                                                                                    may call on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. To light a virtual candle, visit us at www.abriola.com.,

                                                                                                                    • Piacentini, Cynthia "Cindy"

                                                                                                                      PIACENTINI, Cynthia "Cindy" Cynthia "Cindy" Piacentini of Wethersfield born on Oct. 22, 1964 passed away August 7, 2008. A Memorial Service in Cindy's honor will be held Sat, Sept. 27, 10 a.m., at Wethersfield United Methodist Church, 150 Prospect St, Wethersfield.

                                                                                                                      • Piekarski, Edward T.

                                                                                                                        may greet the family in the Riverview Funeral Home, 390 River Road, Shelton Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. On Saturday, family and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Lawrence Church, 505 Shelton, Ave., Shelton. Burial will immediately follow at St. Michael's Cemetery in Derby. At the request of the family, contributions in his memory can be made to the Lillian and Tristan Education Fund through the funeral director. For online condolences please visit www.riverviewfh.com.,

                                                                                                                        • Portman-Owens, Jeremiah

                                                                                                                          PORTMAN-OWENS, Jeremiah Jeremiah Portman-Owens, 19, of Glastonbury, formerly of Middletown, went to his rest unexpectedly on September 17, 2008. He is survived by his parents Carol Portman and James Owens; his grandparents, Sigrid and Jerry Auslander and Sammy Owens; a sister Sharla Leasure; niece and nephew Kiara and Triston Fields and other family and friends. A celebration of Jeremiah's life will be Saturday Sept. 27 at 10 a.m. in the Glastonbury United Methodist Church, 508 Manchester Rd, East…

                                                                                                                          • Quey, Mary (Dipinto)

                                                                                                                            Mary (Dipinto) Quey, 86, of Manchester, the wife of the late Clement Quey, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, at Manchester Memorial Hospital. Born in Manchester, she was a lifelong resident. She had retired from Manchester Modes after 40 years of service as a seamstress. Mary enjoyed camping with her family and friends throughout New England. She was also a participant within the Manchester Senior Center, where she enjoyed bocce. She is survived by her son, Frank Quey, and his wife, Patricia (Sweet) Quey, of…

                                                                                                                            • Radke, Alfred H. "Al"

                                                                                                                              and friends on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels, 61 South Road, Enfield, CT 06082. Memorial donations may be made to Faith Baptist Church, 182 Broadbrook Road, Enfield, CT 06082. For additional information, directions, or to extend an online expression of sympathy, please visit: www.leetestevens.com

                                                                                                                              • Richards Jr., Chief James M. "Jim"

                                                                                                                                RICHARDS, Chief James M. "Jim" Jr. Chief James M. "Jim" Richards, Jr, 80, of Enfield, retired Enfield District 1 Fire Chief, died peacefully on Tuesday, (September 23, 2008) at home on his beloved family farm, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Springfield, MA on July 4, 1928, he was the son of the late James Marsh and Josephine (Candlin) Richards, Sr. Jim had resided in Enfield since 1940 and was a 1946 graduate of Enfield High School. He also studied agriculture at UCONN. Jim…

                                                                                                                                • Rodrigue, Sharon E. (Elliott)

                                                                                                                                  Sharon E. (Elliott) Rodrigue, 64, beloved wife of Elzear "Al" A. Rodrigue of East Windsor, died Friday night, Sept. 19, 2008, with her family by her side. Born in Hartford on Oct. 18, 1943, daughter of the late Harold and Elaine (Brewer) Elliott, she had lived in Windsor and East Hartford before moving to Broad Brook/East Windsor in 1967. Sharon graduated from Windsor High School in 1960 and received her bachelor's degree in education from Springfield College in 1964. For a brief time she was…

                                                                                                                                  • Russell, Julia Dorothy

                                                                                                                                    RUSSELL, Julia Dorothy Julia Dorothy Russell, 92, quietly passed away on Tuesday (September 23), in hospice care at Middlesex Memorial Hospital. Dorothy was born August 24, 1916, daughter of Samuel and Josephine (Bray) Kelly. She was widowed in 1986 by her beloved husband of 46 years, Leroy C. Russell. Dorothy was a lifelong resident of Middletown , and an active member of St. John Church. She had an astoundingly generous nature. Always quick to notice when help was needed, and first to offer it, she…

                                                                                                                                    • Samorajczyk, Mary DeBernardo

                                                                                                                                      may call in the Galello-Luchansky Funeral Home on Friday from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, those who so desire may contribute to the Bishop Wicke Health Care Center, 580 Longhill Avenue, Shelton, CT 06484 or to a charity of one's choice. To light a virtual candle, please visit us at www.galellofuneralhome.com.,

                                                                                                                                      • Satryb, Kenneth M.

                                                                                                                                        Kenneth M. Satryb, 66, of Lake Worth, Fla., died Thursday Sept. 18, 2008. at home in Florida. He was born Oct. 29, 1941, in Rockville, the son of Paul Satryb of Rockville and the late Eleanor (Martin) Satryb. Besides his father, he is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Martin Satryb of Brooklyn, N.Y., Kenneth and Tina Satryb of Suffield; grandchildren, Zachary and Carissa Satryb; a brother and sister-in-law, Ron and Tanya Satryb of The Villages, Fla. He was predeceased by a brother, Daniel Satryb.…

                                                                                                                                        • Schimetschek, Shirley G.

                                                                                                                                          SCHIMETSCHEK, Shirley G. Shirley G. (Holloway) Schimetschek, 72, of Ivoryton died at Middlesex Hospice on Tuesday, (September 23, 2008) after a long and courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Beloved wife of Maurice F. Schimetschek. Shirley was born in Fayetteville, NC, daughter of the late Robert L. and Annie Mae (Herring) Holloway. She grew up and was educated in Fayetteville, NC and early in her life worked as a synchronized swimmer and swim suit model. She has been a resident of Ivoryton for the past 39…

                                                                                                                                          • Sears, Juliet L.

                                                                                                                                            SEARS, Juliet L. Juliet L. Sears, 80, of Unionville, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, (September 23, 2008). Born in Fall River, MA, March 10, 1928, daughter of the late Joseph and Philomena (Larrivee) Lanoue, she was a longtime resident of the area. Prior to retiring, she was a Manager of Home Interiors. Juliet will always be remembered for her strong faith, compassion, giving and loving. She is survived by her daughter and two sons, Judy Johnston of Vernon, Michael Sears and his wife Maria of Wall…

                                                                                                                                            • Sorensen, Dr. Walter H.

                                                                                                                                              Dr. Walter H. Sor-ensen, 78, of Vernon, passed away at his home on Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, with his loving family at his side, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on Nov. 29, 1929, in Brooklyn, N.Y., the son of Morris and Solveig Sorensen. Walter graduated from the Chiropractic Institute of New York in 1952, and moved to Connecticut in 1957 where he established his chiropractic practice in Rockville-Vernon, Manchester, and South Windsor, until his retirement in January 2000. He served in the…

                                                                                                                                              • Spaulding, Jonathan W.

                                                                                                                                                SPAULDING Jonathan W. Spaulding of Bridgeport, entered into eternal rest Saturday, September 20, 2008 at Yale-New Haven Hospital. He was only 12. Survived by parents, John and Jereline Spaulding and caring Godparents, Felix and Narcisa Alvarado. Jonathan was a brother to Lawanda Williams and fianc, Craig Keels, Kedrum Williams and fianc, Fitzroy Smith, Josephine Spaulding, Yolanda Williams, Kadesha Brunson, Gabriel Alvarado and fianc, Lorrein Velez, John Dixon, the late Bryant Williams; and a host of other…

                                                                                                                                                • Steinberg, Marvin

                                                                                                                                                  STEINBERG, Marvin Marvin Steinberg, 84, of West Hartford died Wednesday (September 24, 2008). He was born May 30, 1924 in Lowell, MA. He was the son of Israel and Bessie Steinberg who were immigrants from Eastern Europe. He graduated from Lowell High School, where he distinguished himself in tennis, theatre and chorus, while helping out in his father's kosher butcher shop. He was a very talented singer and performed with several Swing Bands using the stage name Kenny Stevens. Marvin went on to serve in…


                                                                                                                                                • Sullivan, Robert J. "Jim"

                                                                                                                                                  • Szydlowski, Mary

                                                                                                                                                    were held at DuPont Funeral Home with a requiem at St. Joseph Church on Wednesday, September 24, 2008.

                                                                                                                                                    • Tetrault, Genevieve D. "Gene"

                                                                                                                                                      TETRAULT, Genevieve D. "Gene" Genevieve D. "Gene" Tetrault, 69, of Tetrault Rd., Stafford Springs, passed away on Wednesday, (September 24, 2008) at Johnson Memorial Hospital, Stafford Springs. She was born in Rutland, VT, daughter of the late Clarence and Irene (Lique) Vassau. Gene retired from Conval Incorporated having worked as a materials planner. She was a member of St. Edward Parish and former member of the West Stafford Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. She also enjoyed playing…

                                                                                                                                                      • Tingley, Barbara J.

                                                                                                                                                        TINGLEY Barbara J. Tingley, age 74 of Fairfield, beloved wife of the late Warren E. Tingley, passed away Friday, September 19, 2008 at Connecticut Health Care of Southport. Born in Oakland City, Ind., the daughter of the late Edwin and Lucille Herbert, she had been a Fairfield resident since 1979. Mrs. Tingley was a retired employee of Voltarc Tube. She was a member of the Emblem Club in Fairfield. Survivors include seven children, Linda Pizzella and her husband, Fred of Emporium, Pa., Karen Michaels of…

                                                                                                                                                        • Walena, Michael

                                                                                                                                                          WALENA, Michael Michael Walena, 97, of Enfield, died after a brief illness on Monday (September 22, 2008). He was born in New Britain and has lived there for most of his life, moving to Enfield 10 years ago. He was the son of the late George and Mary (Metka) Walena and was also predeceased by his beloved wife, Jean (Oleskiewicz) Walena. Michael was a kind and loving father, grandfather and great grandfather, he loved being with his family and friends, and enjoyed life to the fullest, always with a smile on…

                                                                                                                                                          • Yansick, Alan Edward

                                                                                                                                                            may call on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Parente-Lauro Funeral Home, 559 Washington Avenue, Bridgeport. In lieu of flowers, the family requested donation may be made to the charity of your chice in memory of Alan.,

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