Obituaries

Apr 2, 2024

Lawrence K. “Larry” Anderson, 74, of Kensington, husband of Mary Beth Anderson, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at the V.A. Connecticut Healthcare in West Haven.

Born in New Britain, he was the son of the late Russell and Ermol (Hildreth) Anderson.  Larry was a graduate of Pulaski High School in New Britain and was a...

Mar 28, 2024

In loving memory of Nancy Elma Maria Anderson Lucia.  She was known for her devotion to her family, and passed peacefully in her home with her loved ones by her side.

Born in New Britain to the late Carl and Anna Anderson, she attended school, graduating from New Britain High School in 1958.  In 1961 Nancy moved...

Mar 28, 2024

Vilma Legnani, 87, of Berlin, wife of Anthony P. Legnani Jr., passed away peacefully at home on March 28, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Stamford, CT, she was the daughter of the late Ettore and Elvira (Populin) Toffolon.  Vilma was a former New Britain resident, and a Berlin resident since 1962.  She was a...

Mar 25, 2024

Joseph D. Koniushesky, 77, of Cromwell, CT, died peacefully on March 25, 2024 after a strong battle with cancer.

Joe was born on August 29, 1946 and raised in New Britain, CT.  He graduated from Pulaski High School, and went on to play basketball at Quinnipiac College after receiving a scholarship in 1964.

Joe was...

Mar 23, 2024

Geraldine “Gerry” Frances Valuk, (age 77) of Berlin, wife of Daniel Valuk, passed away on March 23, 2024 at The Hospital of Central Connecticut.

Born in Hartford, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Helen (Vacek) Henry.  Gerry graduated from East Hartford High School in 1964. She received a Bachelor and Masters Degree from Central...

Mar 22, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Daryl A. Orlich, 70, of Berlin, CT.  He passed away at home on Friday, March 22, 2024, surrounded by his family after a year long and hard fought battle with cancer.

Born in New Britain, CT on January 8, 1954, he was the son of the...

Mar 20, 2024

In Loving Memory of a Beautiful Life: Dominic Joseph Lopreiato

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dominic Joseph Lopreiato. On March 20, 2024, Dominic peacefully departed, surrounded by his loving family after a long, courageous battle with Alzheimer's Disease. He leaves a legacy that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him....

Mar 15, 2024

John Joseph Caragliano died peacefully on March 15, 2024 after a short illness. Born in Hartford, CT he was the son of the late Anthony Caragliano and Concetta “Nettie” (Codraro) Caragliano. John was a cherished brother of Tom (Carolyn) of Medfield, MA.  He was a loving and generous Uncle to Anne (David) of Norfolk, MA, Tom (Avonelle) of Anguilla,...

Mar 10, 2024

John Henry Hanson, Sr. (85) passed into glory at home surrounded by the love of his family on Sunday, March 10, 2024.

John was born April 8, 1938 in New Britain, Connecticut to Henry and Esther (Westman) Hanson. They brought him home to the family dairy farm on Spruce Brook Road in Berlin where he would live...

Mar 10, 2024

Albert Richard Gallnot, 83, of Southington, husband of Marion Gallnot, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024 at Bradley Hospital in Southington.

Born in Berlin, he was the son of the late Albert and Clara (Orne) Gallnot.  Albert was a Southington resident since 1968 and the former owner of Pro Tool and Die in Berlin.  Albert enjoyed...

Mar 9, 2024

G eorge Matthew Garrity Jr., age 74, of Plantsville, CT, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on March 9, 2024.

George is survived by his wife Linda, his three children, Kaelyn (Elliott) Zakem of Natick, MA, Benjamin (Sonise) Garrity of New Haven, CT, Traver (fiancé Andrew Charbonneau) Garrity of Wethersfield, CT and his four grandchildren, Dylan,...

Mar 6, 2024

Glen Hebert, 65, of New Britain, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at Autumn Lake Healthcare in New Britain.

Born in Ft. Kent, Maine, he was the son of the late Fernand and Rachel (Albert) Hebert.  Glen was a longtime New Britain resident and was formerly employed at Stanley Works.  He was a member of St....

Feb 22, 2024

Richard John Luppino, 37, of Berlin and Old Saybrook, passed away on Feb. 22, 2024.  A funeral service will be held on March 1, 2024 at 11 AM at Berlin Congregation Church, 878 Worthington Ridge, Berlin.

Feb 21, 2024

Marc David “Nick” Nicolini, 73, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at the Hospital of Central Connecticut. Marc was born in New Britain, CT on September 21, 1950.  He was the son of the late Reno and Kathryn (Manno) Nicolini. He graduated from New Britain High School, class of 68. Marc was the owner of Reno’s Cafe...

Feb 21, 2024

Lena Angelina McCarthy, 97, of East Berlin, widow of John McCarthy, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain.

Born in Cromwell, she was the daughter of the late Settimio and Albina (Fiora) Margnelli.  Lena was an East Berlin resident most of...

Feb 17, 2024

Constance Davey, 87, of Centerville, MA, a former Berlin resident, passed away on Saturday, February 17, 2024. She was the widow of Bruce M. Davey.

Born in New Britain, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Elizabeth (Borselle) Cecere.  Constance was formerly employed as a paraprofessional at New Britain High School and later worked as...

Feb 5, 2024

Barry J. Fairwood, 72, of Kensington, CT, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 5, 2024.

Born in New Britain, he was the son of the late Henry and Lena (Michaels) Fairwood.  He grew up in Kensington and worked as an electrician at Fafnir Bearing Co. for many years before becoming a teacher at E.C. Goodwin Technical School,...

Jan 29, 2024

Angela DeFrancesco was born October 14, 1940 in Melilli, Italy.  She was the daughter of the late Sebastiano and Maria (Formica) Spada.  She passed away peacefully in her home at the age of 83 on January 29th, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.

Angela came to the United States in 1962.  She worked as a seamstress at...

Jan 28, 2024

Shirley D. (Langdon) Nelson, 99, of Colchester, CT sadly departed our world on January 28, 2024.  Born on January 26, 1925, Shirley was one of 10 children to Harold Langdon and Agnes Messenger of New Britain, Connecticut. Shirley passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She is predeceased by her husband Norman, her brothers Burton, Harry, and Artie, as well...

Jan 27, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful yet unexpected passing of Robert B. Ames our beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. He died in his sleep at home on January 27th, at the age of 69.

Bob was a lifetime New Britain resident. He was born March 30, 1954 and was the son...