Obituaries

Aug 16, 2023

It is with profound sadness and unrelenting grief that we announce the passing of James Joseph Aglio Jr., beloved husband, extraordinary father, doting Grampy, devoted son and loving brother and uncle on August 16, 2023.

Born on April 22, 1952 and raised in New Britain, he attended local schools and was a 1974 graduate of Quinnipiac College...

Aug 16, 2023

Vincenzo Lococo, 94, beloved husband of Anna Lococo, died peacefully on Wednesday, August 16, surrounded by his loving family at his home in New Britain. Vincenzo was born on April 23, 1929 in Stefanaconi, Calabria, Italy. He was the son of the late Antonino Lococo and Caterina Staropoli. Vincenzo, or “Nonno” as he was known by his fourteen grandchildren,...

Jul 29, 2023

Fannie A. (Herenda) Farrell, 97, loving wife of the late Thomas J. Farrell and formerly of Berlin, CT, died peacefully Saturday. Born in Benwood, WV to the late Anton Herenda and Vica (Cetinic) Herenda of Croatia, she was raised in her beloved Hoboken, NJ where she graduated from Demarest High School and worked for General Foods Research Labs. She...

Jul 24, 2023

William J. Daoust, 81, of Cromwell, CT, sadly left us on July 24, 2023. He is survived by his brothers, Gerald Daoust (Sharon) and Daniel Daoust (Constance); sons, Bill Daoust and Martin Daoust; his daughter Jessica Hart (Roger); and grandchildren, Amber Daoust, Madelyn Hart, and Grace Hart. He will be sadly missed and will always hold a place in...

Jul 19, 2023

Herman R. Schmarr, Jr., 74, of Rockfall, left this world unexpectedly on July 19, 2023 at John Dempsey Hospital.

Herman was the devoted husband of Alvamarie (Marotta) Schmarr for nearly 37 years. He was the father of Kevin Schmarr (Darlene), Amy Shorette (Ryan), and Eric Schmarr (Nicole).  He was the step-father of Kimberly Bengtson (Joe), Kelly Lagace...

Jul 18, 2023

Linda Zipadelli-Soj, 74, of Colchester, CT passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday July 18, 2023. She fought cancer with incredible strength and courage. She never quit fighting her disease. Linda is most remembered for being an incredibly dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother (Ghee Ghee).

Linda is survived by her loving husband and best friend Richard Soj,...

Jul 1, 2023

Catherine Marie Nelson (Kitty), a lifelong resident of East Berlin, passed away on Saturday, July 1, 2023 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain.  She was the widow of Harry Nelson.

Born in East Berlin, she was the daughter of the late John and Helen (Rozanski) Pacyna.  Catherine was a hard worker all of her...

Jun 24, 2023

John “Jay” Ross, 83, of Berlin, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain.

Born in Brooklyn, NY on Nov. 1, 1939, he was formerly employed at Tilcon CT before retiring.  He was a member of the Berlin Polish Political Club.  He enjoyed Dirt Track Racing from central Florida...

Jun 19, 2023

Richard R. Russell, a man who touched the lives of all who knew him, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2023, with his wife Fern by his side. As we mourn his loss, we celebrate the extraordinary life of a remarkable husband, father, brother, uncle, and grandfather, a source of boundless love and wisdom.

Richard was born...

Jun 3, 2023

Irene Mary (Makris) Fritz, 77, of Kensington, beloved wife of Raymond A. Fritz, passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain.

Born in New Jersey, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Muriel (Allen) Makris.  Irene was a former resident of New Britain and Brooklyn, NY before...

Jun 2, 2023

With great sadness we regret to inform the family and friends of the passing of Shirley G. Kaupas, 91, a resident of Newington, CT for the past 31 years.

Shirley was born on July 27, 1931 to Frederick O. and Anna (Rauch) Gamber in Torrington, CT.  Her family eventually settled in Avon, CT.  Shirley was an honor...

May 27, 2023

Carlos Raul Rivera, 65, of Manchester, CT passed away peacefully at home on May 27, 2023 with his wife of 30+ years, Darlene Rivera, by his side after a courageous battle with cancer.

Carlos attended Windsor High School and later studied at the Julia Hartt School of Music.  Carlos was passionate about music and loved music from...

May 12, 2023

Dorothy June (Tyler) Breski, of Kensington, died peacefully at Chestelm Health and Rehab in Moodus on Friday, May 12, 2023.

Dorothy was born in Bristol, CT on June 26, 1926, the daughter of Harry Collins Tyler and Ethel (Peace) Tyler.  Before her retirement in 1985, Dottie was employed by AT&T (SNET) for 38 years.  She was predeceased...

May 6, 2023

Sarah “Sally” LaFountain Hanson (83) passed into glory at home surrounded by the love of her family on Saturday, May 6, 2023.

Sally was born June 17, 1939 in Southwest Harbor, Maine to Richard and Barbara (Wallace) Robinson. When she was very young, she was adopted by her aunt and uncle Mary (Wallace) and Robert LaFountain. They...

Apr 25, 2023

William “Billy” Thomas Musanti passed away unexpectedly at his home in New Britain, Connecticut on Tuesday, April 25, 2023. Billy was born in Wallingford, Connecticut on April 23, 1986 to Thomas and Georgean (Ives) Musanti, joining his older sisters Amy and Maegan. He graduated from Lyman Hall High School in 2004 and began what would become his lifelong career...

Apr 24, 2023

Dennis Fagan, 80, of Berlin, passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023.

Dennis was born in New Britain on July 7, 1942, son of James and Ann ( Spring) Fagan of Berlin, and graduated from Berlin High School.  He was employed as a mechanic at Webbers Service Station in New Britain and Webbers Truck Service in Enfield...

Apr 11, 2023

Robert C. Russell Sr., 83, of Kensington, husband of Gerri Russell, passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at Hartford Hospital.

Born in New Britain, he was the son of the late Albert and Helen (Stair) Russell.  Bob was a U.S. Navy Veteran and was a Kensington resident for 60 years.  He was formerly employed at Connecticut...

Apr 10, 2023

Patricia Joan (Yaroshefski) Haber, 88, of Berlin, passed away on April 10, 2023. She was born in Terryville, the daughter of the late Edward Wallace Yaroshefski, Selma Agnes Rutkowski, and brother Jimmy Yaroshefski.

Soon after being introduced to her beloved, Chester Joseph Haber, they were married on June 22, 1957. Over the years, they made countless memories...

Mar 26, 2023

Robert “Bobby” Potvin Jr., 41, of Berlin, passed away unexpectedly on March 26, 2023 and is now in the loving arms of his mother.  Bobby was born in Hartford on Oct. 7, 1981.  He was the son of Robert J. Potvin Sr. and the late Peggy Rae Potvin.

Bobby worked at Leo’s Kitchen & Stair for many...

Mar 24, 2023

John F. Adams III, 61 of Millis, MA died unexpectedly on Friday, March 24, 2023 at Milford Regional Medical Center. He was born in Hartford, CT on February 17, 1962 to Vera Adams and the late John F (Jack) Adams, Jr.  John attended Berlin Schools and became a Realtor and Appraiser, and volunteer EMT.

A kind person...