Julia Mary Ursula (Dunn) Barstow
Apr 9, 2024
Julia Barstow Obituary We are sorry to share that Julia “Jo” Barstow left us on April 9, 2024, at home in Mansfield, on a beautiful sunny afternoon. She leaves behind her husband of 60 years, Allen, along with children Richard (& Peggy) of Marlborough, CT, Alix (& Michael) Fedoruk of Dummerston, VT, and Denise (& Alan) ofSucé-sur-Erdre, France. She was...
Ryan David Aubrey
Apr 7, 2024
Ryan Aubrey Obituary Ryan David Aubrey, affectionately known as Ryan to all who knew him, passed away on April 7, 2024, at the age of 45, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on December 22, 1978, in Windham, Connecticut, Ryan’s life was one marked by dedication, kindness, and a loving spirit that touched everyone he encountered. Ryan’s early years...
Theodore "Teddy" Hawes
Apr 7, 2024
Theodore Hawes Obituary Theodore (“Teddy”) Hawes, 40, of Manchester passed away on April 7, 2024, at Hartford Hospital. He was born on July 25,1983 in Hartford, to David Hawes and the late Patrice (Tavernier) Hawes. He graduated from Windham High School in 2002. He moved from Windham to Manchester in 2009, where he resided for 15 years. He enjoyed country...
Kimberly Sprague
Apr 7, 2024
Kimberly Sprague Obituary Kimberly "Kim" Sprague, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2024, at Hartford Hospital. Born on February 12, 1951, at the Chelsea Naval Base. Raised by his mother Eva and Grandma Colburn he spent his early childhood on Grandma’s farm in Hampton, CT. When he was 9 Eva married Saverio...
Ingrid Faith (Larsen) Hanka
Apr 6, 2024
Ingrid Hanka Obituary Ingrid Faith Larsen Hanka, 50, passed away at her home surrounded by her boys. Beloved wife and mother of two. Daughter and youngest of four children of Theresa Coyle Larsen and Lambert Larsen. Ingrid leaves behind her Husband Erik Hanka, Her sons Scott Hanka and Noah Hanka, Sisters Cecile Larsen, Karen Larsen Hawes, and Dawn Larsen. Ingrid...
Dawn M. Littell
Apr 4, 2024
Dawn Littell Obituary Dawn Marie Littell, 65, of Ashford, Connecticut passed away on April 4, 2024. She was born on November 20, 1958 in Derby, Connecticut to the late Carol M. Woodworth and Richard C. Marino. However, her true lifelong father, Richard A. Littell, provided her with a boundless well of love the moment he welcomed her into his heart....
Gregory C. Frantz
Apr 3, 2024
Gregory Frantz Obituary Gregory C. Frantz, 76, beloved husband of Patricia Frantz, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2024, in Manchester, Connecticut. Born on September 14, 1947, in Palmerton, Pennsylvania, Gregory was the son of Clayton and Anne Frantz. He was a devoted husband, loving father, and doting grandfather. Gregory graduated from the University of Texas, moving to Storrs, Connecticut...
Margaret Elaine (Easton) Paulson
Mar 31, 2024
Margaret Paulson Obituary Margaret Elaine Paulson (Easton), 80, of Greenfield, MA, passed away on March 31, 2024. She was born on August 29, 1943, in Willimantic, CT, to the late Kenneth Easton and Bertha (Tranka) West, and lovingly raised by Roger West. Margaret's early years were spent in Hadley, Massachusetts, on the Hartsbrook Family Farm along with her twelve siblings....
Sharon "Sherry" B. (Rood) Lussier
Mar 29, 2024
Sharon "Sherry" Lussier Obituary Sharon “Sherry” Beverly Lussier, 80, a lifelong resident of Willimantic, CT, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away on March 29, 2024. She was born in Willimantic, daughter of the late Francis E. and Helen C. Rood. She is survived by her four children: Andrew, JoAnne, Craig, and Paige and 12 grandchildren: Andy, Matthew, Jared,...
Evelyn Z. (Zemina) Budzinski
Mar 27, 2024
Evelyn Budzinski Obituary Evelyn Z. Budzinski, 97, passed away at home in Mansfield on March 27, 2024. She was born on May 22, 1926, in Hamden, Connecticut, the daughter of Mary (Cavar) and William Zemina. She was a woman of remarkable spirit and grace who was fiercely independent and touched the lives of all who knew her. Evelyn worked for...
Richard C. Gaynor
Mar 27, 2024
Richard Gaynor Obituary Richard C. Gaynor, known affectionately as “Dickie” to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2024, in Storrs, Connecticut. Born on June 12, 1935, in Winthrop, Massachusetts, Dickie was the son of the late Alan and Leah Gaynor. He was a devoted husband, loving father, doting grandfather, and proud great-grandfather. He shared 63 years...
Robert "Bob" A. Senkbeil
Mar 26, 2024
Robert "Bob" Senkbeil Obituary Robert "Bob" A. Senkbeil, 74, currently of Columbia, CT passed away on March 26, 2024, at Hartford Hospital with his family at his side. Born in Manchester, CT on January 3, 1950, the son of the late Charles Oliver and Antoinette (Schiavetti) Senkbeil. Bob grew up in Hebron and graduated from RHAM High School in 1968,...
Arthur Steele
Mar 22, 2024
Arthur Steele Obituary It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Arthur Steele, 75, of Scotland, CT. He passed away unexpectedly at home on March 22nd, 2024. Arthur was born on May 22nd, 1948, in New York City and raised in East Hartford, CT. He was predeceased by his father Archie C. Steele; mother, Martha McAuliffe; and brother,...
Michael Paul Carroll
Mar 20, 2024
Michael Carroll Obituary Michael Paul Carroll, born on May 23, 1952, in Hartford, peacefully passed away in his home on March 20, 2024. He was reunited in death with his beloved wife and soul mate, Sarah Carroll, as well as his parents, Paul and Bertha Carroll, and his sisters, Kathleen Roncaioli and Jennifer Carroll. Michael is survived by his sister...
John E. Handfield
Mar 19, 2024
John Handfield Obituary John E. Handfield, 73, of Andover passed away March 19, 2024. He was born July 29, 1950, to Francis and Thelma (Chamberlain) Handfield. John grew up in Franklin with his seven brothers and sisters, graduating from Norwich Free Academy in 1968. He worked at Pratt & Whitney for many years as a package designer before moving on...
Guenther Otto Stever
Mar 16, 2024
Guenther Stever Obituary Guenther Otto Stever, affectionately known as Opa, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2024, at the age of 86. He was born on May 24, 1937, in Hamburg, Germany, to the late Otto and Martha Stever. He was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Barbara, with whom he shared a lifetime of love and adventure for...
Pasquale De Sciscio
Mar 12, 2024
Pasquale De Sciscio Obituary Pasquale De Sciscio, 83, of Willimantic, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and pillar of the community, passed away on March 12, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 20, 1940, in Volturara Appula, Italy, Pasquale was the epitome of hard work, craftsmanship, and family devotion. In 1971, Pasquale embarked on a journey to the United...
Marian C. (Clark) Rychling
Mar 12, 2024
Marian Rychling Obituary Marian C. Rychling, 87, of Lebanon, CT, wife of the late Victor Rychling, passed away on March 12, 2024. Born on March 30, 1937, in Willimantic, CT, the daughter of the late Leonard and Lillian (Muphy) Clark Marian's unwavering commitment to her community was evident through her 42 years of service as a secretary at the local...
Dennis Wayne Hill
Mar 11, 2024
Dennis Hill Obituary Dennis Wayne Hill, 75, of Storrs, CT died on March 11, 2024, from complications related to Myelodysplastic Syndrome. Born in Wichita Falls, TX in 1948 to Donald and Annie Lee Hill, Dennis was the eldest of three children. In his youth he excelled as both a student and athlete. Dennis took an interest in the sciences at...
Edna (Brown) Handfield
Mar 11, 2024
Edna Handfield Obituary Lucy Edna Handfield, 93, wife of the late Francis Handfield, of Franklin, CT passed away on March 11, 2024 at St. Joseph Living Center. She was born on July 29, 1930, daughter of the late Alfred and Mary (Rogers) Brown. Edna lived her whole life in the Town of Franklin where she and Francis began and ran...
