Bette A. Smith
Feb 11, 2026
Bette Ann Smith, 84, of Canterbury, CT, wife of the late Howard M. Smith, passed away after a brief illness on February 11,2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Rockville, CT on August 21, 1941, the daughter of the late William and Lola (Westgate) Burns.
Bette had a love of playing with yarn, puzzling and spending time with...
Lawrence Barr Goodheart
Feb 10, 2026
Lawrence (“Larry”) Barr Goodheart passed away peacefully at home in Hampton, CT, after a two-year battle with cancer. He was born in 1944 in Washington DC to Clarence Goodheart and Margaret (Barr) Goodheart.
Larry will be remembered as a passionate orator and writer, working most recently as a Professor of History at the University of Connecticut. He was dedicated to his...
Frank P. Mauro
Feb 10, 2026
Frank P. Mauro, born October 14,1932 at home in South Philadelphia, PA., The son of the late Anthony and Lena (Floria) Mauro. He is survived by his loving wife Shirley and his two sons Anthony and his wife Alice Ellen, Frank Jr. and his wife Kim, his grandson Anthony James Mauro and Ciara, great grandchildren Luke and Amelia, loving sister...
Lillian Rose De Laurentis
Feb 8, 2026
Lillian Rose (Pinto) De Laurentis, with profound love and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Lillian Rose De Laurentis, who entered eternal rest on February 8, 2026, at the age of 77. She was born in Manhattan, NY, the daughter of the late Philip and Bridget (Atria) Pinto.
Lillian later made her home in Connecticut, where she lived a life...
Monique Ann Burpee
Feb 6, 2026
Monique Ann Burpee, 55, of Eastford, CT, passed away peacefully at home on February 6, 2026. Monique was born in Willimantic, CT on September 20, 1970. She worked for the State of Connecticut for 20 years and loved working with the children. She loved kayaking, four wheeling in New Hampshire, and jamming out to 80s music. Monique loved every phase...
Alice H. Kolega
Feb 5, 2026
Alice Anne (Harten) Kolega passed away on February 4, 2026. Born on March 9, 1928 in Philadelphia, PA, to Dr. James Harten and Margaret (Nash) Harten of New Haven, she spent most of her life in Connecticut, but also resided in Stillwater, OK, and Dover, NH.
She received her Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Albertus Magnus College and held jobs as...
Herbert W. Burnham Sr.
Feb 5, 2026
Herbert W. Burnham, 99, of North Windham, CT, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026,
Herb was born on June 11, 1926, and lived a long and fulfilling life. He grew up on Burnham Hill at his family’s farm, where he learned firsthand how to “live off the land.” He cared deeply for the land—growing crops, raising cattle and sheep, heating...
Glenda Marie Vargas
Jan 30, 2026
Glenda Marie Vargas Malave passed away on January 30, 2026, at Hartford Hospital. She was born on November 17, 1987, in Willimantic, CT to Daisy Maria Malave Roche and Eduardo Luis Vargas Oquendo.
Glenda was raised in Willimantic, attended Windham High School, and worked for 23 years at Wendy’s as a crew leader and manager.
Glenda is survived by her partner, Jordan...
Patricia L. Richardson
Jan 30, 2026
Patricia L. Richardson, the loving wife of Ronald Richardson of Willington, CT, born on Sept. 23,1959, passed away on Jan. 30, 2026, after a courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer. Patty handled the challenges of treatment with both courage and grace, never losing her beautiful smile.
Patty was raised in Willimantic, graduating from Windham H.S. in 1977. She was an Honor’s Scholar,...
Melvin J. Jones, Sr.
Jan 29, 2026
Melvin Jones Sr. was born on October 18, 1933, in Amherst, New York. He passed away at home on January 29, 2026, at the age of 92. Mel joined the Army in 1952 and was stationed in Germany until 1954. Mel leaves behind his wife, Patricia of 33 years of marriage, and his eight children and grandchildren from a previous...
George Bogdanovich
Jan 29, 2026
George Bogdanovich, 93, of Mansfield, Connecticut, beloved husband of Donna Mae (Phaneuf) Bogdanovich for over 68 years passed away on Thursday, January 29th, 2026. He was born on July 5th, 1932, on his family’s farm in Tolland CT, to the late Frank Bogdanovich and Olga (Mielnikowski) Bogdanovich.
In addition to his wife, George is survived by his daughter Janice Olga (Bogdanovich)...
Harriet E. Gamache
Jan 27, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Harriet Elizabeth (Thiem) Gamache, 87, of Willimantic, CT. Harriet passed away on January 27, 2026 after a long illness. She was born June 29, 1938, grew up in Coventry and was a graduate of Windham High. She was the daughter of Fredrick and Elsie (Brown) Thiem.
She married the love...
Grace Nowak
Jan 24, 2026
Grace Nowak
December 2, 1930 – January 24, 2026
Leila Grace (Wood) Nowak, 95, of Mansfield, CT, passed away peacefully on January 24th, 2026, after a stroke. Known her entire life as “Grace,” she was previously a resident of Windham Center, CT for over 40 years. Grace was born on December 2nd, 1930, in Rockholds, KY. She was born the daughter of...
Rose E. Drabek
Jan 22, 2026
Surrounded by love, Rose E. Drabek, age 97 of Columbia CT passed away peacefully in her home January 22, 2026. Born December 23, 1928, in Union City, New Jersey where she grew up. Daughter of late George and Mary Deublein. She graduated from Holy Family in 1944. Rose married in 1956 the love of her life, Walter D. Drabek with...
Dr. Robert Karl Bohn
Jan 22, 2026
Dr. Robert “Bob” Karl Bohn passed away peacefully at his home in Storrs, Connecticut on Thursday January 22nd, 2026. Bob was a long-time Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Connecticut, having first joined the faculty in 1965 as a 26-year-old Assistant Professor. He served as an educator and researcher there for 44 years – his entire...
Robert James Griffin
Jan 21, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert James Griffin of North Windham, CT. Robert passed away unexpectedly on January 21, 2026, at the age of 80.
Affectionately known as “Bobby” or “Bob” to his family and friends, Robert grew up in Manchester, CT, graduating from Manchester High School in 1964. From there, he served in the...
James A. Reed, Sr.
Jan 12, 2026
James A. Reed, Sr., 87, of Marlborough, CT, passed away Monday, January 12, 2026.
He was son of late Harold J. Reed and Louise Marie Reed. Jim was born February 3, 1938, in Norton, Kansas.
Jim was Assistant Professor Emeritus of Mathematics at University of Hartford.
He graduated with B.A., University of Connecticut; M.Ed., University of Hartford: M.S., University of Notre Dame.
He enjoyed...
