Obituaries

Jan 26, 2024

Dorothy Elizabeth Meyer, 90, of Southington, passed away on Friday, January 26, 2024 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain.  She was the widow of Ralph L. Meyer.

Born in New Britain, she was the daughter of the late Emil and Margaret (Ford) Albert.  Dorothy was a long time Kensington resident before moving to Southington...

Jan 26, 2024

Donald A. Sasek Sr., longtime resident of Kensington, CT passed away peacefully on 1/26/2024 at the age of 96.  He was the beloved husband of Virginia L Sasek for 67 years prior to her passing in 2022.  He graduated from Plainville High School and continued his education at both Worcester Polytechnic Institute, earning a degree in Mechanical Engineering as...

Jan 25, 2024

Keith Andrew Martin, 58, of Berlin, passed away on January 25, 2024.  Born in New Britain, he was a lifelong Berlin resident.  He was formerly employed at Omega Corporation.

Keith was an avid hunter and fisherman.  He was supported by his family and surrounded by their love all of his life.

He is survived by...

Jan 20, 2024

Charles J. Bertagna, 94, of Kensington, CT passed away on January 20, 2024 in West Hartford, CT following a brief illness.

Charley’s family was always his priority, and his love, caring, and devotion to them knew no bounds. In 1963, he married Jean (Rosadini) Bertagna, and they had three children, Peter, Catherine, and Jennifer. After Jean’s passing...

Jan 15, 2024

Robert (Bob) Judd Bertini Jr., 86, of Meriden, CT, and formerly of Avon and Guilford, CT, passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024 at The Hospital of Central Connecticut at New Britain General.  He was born in New Britain, CT, on December 14, 1937 the son of the late Robert Sr. and Sarah (Rowley) Bertini. Bob is predeceased by...

Jan 6, 2024

Lauralee “Suzie” Bernard was born on October 18, 1937 in New Britain, CT.  She was the daughter of the late Albert “Bumpy” and Barbara “Nanny” Ogle.  Lauralee graduated from New Britain High School and then went on to earn a degree in Nursing.  She was soon after married and lovingly raised four children in Berlin, CT.  Lauralee moved to...

Jan 5, 2024

Patricia R. De Vivo, 93, of Edgewood Road, Kensington, and Hillcrest Road, Old Lyme, died peacefully at her home on Friday, January 5, 2024, with her family at her side. Pat grew up in Berlin and was the daughter of the late Robert J. Ritchie and Hazel (Bernier) Ritchie. She was a 1949 graduate of Mary Immaculate Academy in...

Dec 29, 2023

Frederick Anthony Scalzi, Jr., 56, of Kensington, Connecticut, loving husband of Kristie (Lambert) Scalzi for over 32 years, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2023, surrounded by his family in the comfort of his home, after a valiant battle with cancer.  He was the son of the late Frederick Scalzi, Sr. and the late Sheila (Halko) Scalzi.

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Dec 27, 2023

Betty Proxee of Berlin, Connecticut, beloved mother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday evening. She was born “Betty-Ann” to Elizabeth Katherine Pongratz and James Vincent Proxee on April 26, 1950, in Hartford, Connecticut. After graduating from Farmington High School, she lovingly raised two beautiful daughters, Karen and Holly, who remained the light of her life.

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Dec 12, 2023

On Tuesday, December 12, 2023, the world suddenly lost one of the Good Guys.  Joseph Rapisarda, 60, loving “sweat” heart of Lynne (Laferriere) Rapisarda for over 40 years, passed away with his beloved family by his side.  Joe was the ultimate family man- a loving son, married to the love of his life Lynne for 40 years, the best...

Dec 3, 2023

Barbara (Hall) Orcutt, 97, a Kensington resident most of her life, died at Ledgecrest Healthcare on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023 after a short illness. She lived most of her adult life at her home on Robbins Road, next to “the farm”. She enjoyed her last five years at Arbor Rose.

Born in Kensington, she was the daughter...

Nov 29, 2023

David E. Catlin, 72, passed away peacefully on November 29th.  He was predeceased by his wife of 39 years, Sharon Catlin and his parents Kenneth and Madelyn Catlin.  Dave is survived by his daughter Tracy of Berlin, his son Tyler and wife Alyssa of Plainville, and his grandchildren, Joey and Kailey of Plainville.  Dave will be missed by his...

Nov 29, 2023

Joseph Gerald “Yock” Ayotte, 75, of Berlin, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023 at the West Haven VA Medical Center.

Born in St. Agatha, ME, he was the son of the late Albert and Ann Marie (Paradis) Ayotte.  Gerald was a graduate of Berlin High School, Class of 1968 and was a U.S. Army Veteran of...

Nov 26, 2023

Judith (Petow) Reeve, 85, of Kensington, widow of John D. Reeve, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.

Born in New Britain, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Olga (Russell) Petow.  Judith was a Kensington resident most of her life and was a member of St....

Nov 18, 2023

Theresa DeMay, 95, of Berlin, widow of Bernald DeMay, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023.

Born in Hartford, she was the daughter of the late Ignatious and Mary Rzepnicki.  Theresa was a former Tolland resident before moving to Berlin.  She was a member of St. Paul Church, the Red Hat Society, RSVP, and the Berlin Senior...

Nov 15, 2023

David Allan Pipkin, 56, of Berlin passed away unexpectedly at home on November 15, 2023.  Dave was born in Berlin on April 24, 1967 to the late Edwin and Irene Pipkin.  He was raised in East Berlin and graduated from Berlin High School.  He was employed by several companies including Polamer and Manafort Brothers Inc.

Dave was...

Nov 13, 2023

Michael J. Brennan, 39, passed on November 13, 2023. He leaves behind his beloved daughter Angelina Brennan. In addition to his daughter, Michael survived by his mother Cathy LaRosa and her husband Tom LaRosa of Berlin; his sister Jackie (Jax) Mattera of Wethersfield; his father Anthony Mattera of Bristol; and his best friend Tyler Winkler of New Britain.

Oct 31, 2023

Jennifer Godfrey, 49, of New Britain, passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2023.

Born in New Britain, she was the daughter of the late John and Jane (Sanford) Cerpovicz.  Jenn was formerly employed as a manager at CVS.  She enjoyed reading, going to the library, spending time with her family, playing Yahtzee and eating bacon.  Jenn was...

Oct 31, 2023

Richard John Paskiewicz, age 80, passed peacefully at home on October 31, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born in 1943, he spent the first 14 years of his life in Plantsville, Connecticut, where he fondly recalled the Norman Rockwell cover of the Saturday Evening Post, serving as an altar boy at Immaculate Conception Church, his grandmother’s Easter bread, and...

Oct 29, 2023

Maryann F. Janota, 72, a former Berlin resident, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023 at Midstate Medical in Meriden.

Born in Meriden, she was the daughter of the late Joseph  Janota, Sr. and Mary (Tricka) Janota.  Maryann was a Berlin resident most of her life. She held many jobs and loved working with people.  The ones...