Timothy Randal Dziekan
Jul 4, 2026
Timothy Randal Dziekan, of Willimantic, CT, passed away at around 9:00 p.m. on July 4, 2026.
While the rumbling in the skies that evening may have been confused by some for thunder and lightning, the rest of us knew it was Timmy announcing to the heavens that he had arrived.
There was irony in this date, as Tim was so proud of...
Sharon Elizabeth Brettschneider
Jul 4, 2026
Sharon Elizabeth Brettschneider, z"l, of Coventry, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of her family, on July 4th 2026 at the age of 77.
Born in West Hartford, Connecticut, Sharon was the daughter of the late George and Evelyn Hazlehurst. She is survived by her beloved husband of forty-nine years, Bruce Brettschneider; her daughter, Elizabeth Brettschneider, and...
Nancy Boyd McDowell
Jul 2, 2026
Nancy Boyd McDowell died peacefully at home on Thursday, July 2, 2026, surrounded by people who loved her. Nancy was 84 years old.
Nancy was born May 18, 1942, to Katharine and John McDowell in Roanoke, VA. At the time of her birth, Nancy’s father was fighting in World War II. Upon his arrival back to the United States, Nancy and...
Wayne Alan Worcester
Jul 1, 2026
Wayne Alan Worcester, 78, of Vernon, CT, died suddenly July 1, 2026 in Hartford Hospital. He was the husband of Maureen E. Croteau, and a distinguished journalist, professor and author. An exceptional writer, he was also a kind and generous man.
He was born Sept. 5, 1947, in Keene, N.H., to Frary W. Worcester and Bernice Rose (Watkins) Worcester. He was...
Sung Yeul Park
Jun 30, 2026
Sung Yeul Park unexpectedly passed away on June 30, 2026, at the age of 53. A celebration of his life will be held at Covenant Chapel at a later date. Service information will be shared with family and friends once arrangements have been finalized.
Born on February 1, 1973, in Seoul, South Korea, Sung Yeul began his career as a field...
Theodore G. Benoit
Jun 23, 2026
Theodore G. Benoit, 82, of Coventry, passed away June 23, 2026 after fighting a long illness. He was born in Hartford, CT on November 13, 1943 to the late Earl and Loretta (Richard) Benoit.
Ted joined the Army May 25, 1965 and served two years in Vietnam. His passion was volunteering and becoming a fourth-degree member in the Knights of Columbus....
Jaye W. Fletcher
Jun 22, 2026
Jaye Waldron Fletcher, a public servant, advocate, EMT, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 22nd following injuries sustained in a fall.
To know Jaye was to know kindness, strength, and a heart dedicated to helping others. Whether responding to emergencies as an EMT, while serving with the Ashford Fire Department, advocating for victims through the Connecticut Office...
James Kowalyshyn, Sr.
Jun 20, 2026
James Kowalyshyn Sr. of Hampton, CT, passed away June 20 2026 of natural causes at Hartford Hospital. Jim was born to parents Stephen John Kowalyshyn & Marie Yvonne Kowalyshyn (Maheu) in Willimantic, CT, and lived there for most of his life, surrounded by his fourteen brothers and sisters. He later moved to Hampton, CT, looking for quiet, and plenty of...
Elsie Herrick
Jun 18, 2026
Elsie (Loomis) Herrick, 89, of Storrs, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, June 18, 2026, after an amazing life filled with joy and love.
Elsie was born on December 28th, 1936, to Mary (Bartholomew) and Robert B. Loomis, Sr. in Storrs, CT.
Elsie graduated from Windham High School in 1954, and went to work for Aetna in Farmington before working for...
Patricia C. Thurber
Jun 16, 2026
Patricia Paetow Thurber, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away suddenly at her home on June 16, 2026, at the age of 85. Born on October 16, 1940, in Queens, New York, Patricia was one of three daughters (and the younger twin) of the late Paul and Mary Paetow. She was predeceased by her husband, James Thurber,...
Patricia Whitham Brown
2026
Patricia Whitham Brown, 81, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family.
Patricia was the devoted wife of Fred Brown for 59 wonderful years. Together they built a life centered on love, family and unwavering support for one another.
She was predeceased by her parents, George E. Whitham and Dolly H.R. Whitham She is survived by her beloved children, Kelli...
Donald Franklin Bassett
Jun 5, 2026
Donald F. “Don” Bassett passed away peacefully at home in Windham on June 5, 2026, at the age of 53.
Born in Willimantic on September 18, 1972, he was the son of Lester and Linda (Wojick) Bassett. Don graduated from Windham Technical School in 1990. He worked as a toolmaker for 35 years and spent the last 25 years of his...
Carol Ann Weinberg
Jun 1, 2026
Carol Ann Weinberg, 72, passed away peacefully at her home in Willington, Connecticut, on June 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on November 15, 1953, Carol was the daughter of Ernest G. Swaney, Sr. and Ethel Way. She grew up in Old Lyme, Connecticut, and carried throughout her life a deep love for family, animals, and the...
George William Winters
May 31, 2026
George Winters passed away at home with family members in attendance on May 31, 2026 after a long illness.
He was born in Chicago, IL on June 29, 1944 to the late Clyde and Ada (Black) Winters. He joined the Navy in 1961 and served 4 years, the last 2 aboard the attack carrier, USS Forestal. After leaving the service he...
Elga Ramos Torres
May 30, 2026
Elga Ramos Torres was born and raised in San Sebastián, Puerto Rico, where she met her beloved husband, Jesus Gerena Perez. Together they built a loving family and raised three children.
Elga was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose family was the center of her world. Her love for those closest to her was unwavering, and she found her greatest...
Linda L. Smith
May 29, 2026
Linda L. Smith transitioned from this life on Friday, May 29, 2026, surrounded by her beloved daughter, son, sister, and family friend.
Born on September 15, 1950 in Melbourne, Florida, Linda Holloway was the 1st child of Hosea Holloway and Ruby Butler Holloway. Linda, along with her parents, relocated from Melbourne, Florida to New York, and eventually settled in Bridgeport Connecticut....
Marjorie Bachand
May 28, 2026
Marjorie Jean (Kuryan) Bachand of Willimantic, passed away on May 28, 2026. Marjorie was born on March 12, 1948, to Peter and Margaret (Sedlak) Kuryan and grew up in Eagleville. She was a 1966 graduate of E.O. Smith High School and 1972 graduate of Eastern CT State University. Marge started a long and much-loved career with the former Department of...
Vincine "Vincent" Mastrangelo
May 26, 2026
Vincine “Vincent” Frank Mastrangelo, lovingly known as Vinnie, passed away peacefully at his home in Mansfield, Connecticut, on May 24, 2026, at the age of 81, after a life devoted to his family, friends, and community.
Born on June 30, 1944, in Willimantic, Connecticut, Vincent spent most of his life in the Mansfield area. He worked for many years as a...
Frederick "Fred" L. Snow
May 26, 2026
Frederick Lawrence Snow passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026 at the age of 92 surrounded by loving family.
Born in Canso, Nova Scotia on January 29, 1934, he was the third youngest of 12 children born to Angeline and Harry Snow. Fred married the love of his life Marion in 1957 and they were happily married for 68 years. Fred...
