All Obituaries

Irene B. Sanders, 77, of Berlin, CT passed away on June 4, 2022 after a battle with complications from COPD and a recent COVID-19 infection. Irene was born on September 6, 1944 to Joseph and Mary Burkarth in New Britain, CT. After Irene graduated from New Britain High School, she went on to study Business at Tunxis Community College. After graduating with an Associate’s Degree, she went on to own and operate a TCBY franchise. She was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose in Berlin....

No one would ever be alone with you around. Chase Anderson, 15, son of Lynn Swanson of Berlin, son of Glenn Anderson of Southington, and brother of McKenna Anderson of Berlin, passed away unexpectedly on August 20, 2022 after being fatally struck while on his bike by a motor vehicle. Chase was born July 24, 2007 in New Britain.  He attended Berlin High School and he was beyond excited for a brand new school year as a sophomore.  Through the school, Chase was active in the Berlin...

Scott Alan Sturgeon “SSPRO” of Berlin, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, August 16, 2022. Born in Springfield Massachusetts on June 23, 1956. He was the son of Judy (Keegan) Sturgeon and the late Eugene F Sturgeon. Scott attended Berlin High school and earned his associates degree from Tunxis Community College. He then pursued a life-long career in his main passion, golf. Scott began his career in the golf business as an assistant professional at Indian Hill CC,...

Robert D’Avanzo, age 92, of Kensington, passed away on August 17th at Brightview Assisted Living in North Andover, MA after a brief illness with family by his side.  Bob was born on April 24th 1930 in New Britain, CT to the late Michael & Amelia D’Avanzo.  He attended and graduated New Britain High School and Morse School of Business (Hartford, CT) before marrying his spouse, Janet (Floridia) D’Avanzo and moving to Kensington.  They made their home in...

David Leo Corriveau, 57, of Meriden, passed away unexpectedly on August 10, 2022. Born in Meriden on July 13, 1965, he was the son of Joseph L. Corriveau and the late Jacqueline Corriveau.  David was a Wallingford resident before moving to Meriden twenty-one years ago. He was currently employed and gifted in auto restoration and was formerly employed at Cobra Automotive in Wallingford.  David was an artist.  He enjoyed boating, water and snow skiing.  He loved spending...

Elizabeth (Betty) Lynch, 92, passed away on August 1st, 2022 at Apple Rehab in Cromwell.  A daughter of the late Stephen and Marguerite (Rose) Lynch, she was a lifelong resident of New Britain.  Betty is survived by her loving sister Virginia Lynch Sasek and brother in law Donald Sasek, her beloved nieces Cheryl Sasek and Jerilyn S. Allen MD, her nephew Don Sasek Jr. as well as her grand nephew Brendan Allen and grand niece Mackenzie Allen.  Her brother Rev. Stephen Lynch OFM,...

Linda M. Niles, 78, of Kensington, passed away on Friday, July 29, 2022 at her home.  She was born in Kensington on August 14, 1943 to the late Roy and Edith (Bergstrom) Niles.  Linda graduated from Berlin High School in 1961 and retired from North East Utilities after 33 years. She loved photography. She is survived by her partner and spouse of 27 years, Pat Baxa. Per Linda’s wishes, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to...

Romuald Mogdans, 84, of Berlin, passed away on Wednesday, July 13, 2022.   Romuald was born in Germany on January 18, 1938 and immigrated to New Britain in the late 1950’s. After obtaining a mechanical engineering degree in Germany, he found employment at Stanley Works as a machinist, becoming a foreman and retiring with over 30 years of service. He was an actively engaged member of St. John's Church. Springtime gardening, work around the yard, bowling and bird watching...

Edward T. Rubinowicz (Eddie Ruby), 57, of Berlin, passed away on Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at John Dempsey Hospital following a sudden illness, surrounded by his loving family. Born in New Britain, he resided there most of his life, moving to Berlin last year.  He attended New Britain schools and was a graduate of EC Goodwin Technical School.  Eddie was a dedicated employee at Anthology of Farmington Assisted Living, where he described having found his purpose serving the residents,...

Clifford H. Hamilton, 89, of Berlin, passed away on Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at Apple Rehab in Cromwell.  He as the widow of Judith (Heslin) Hamilton. Born in New Britain, he was the son of the late Clifford M. Hamilton and Agnes (Trehy) Hamilton.  Cliff was a lifelong Berlin resident and was a U.S Air Force Veteran of the Korean War.  Cliff began his career working with his father at C.M. Hamilton Construction.  He later worked as a sales engineer for...