Roland G. Meunier
Jul 16, 2026
Roland G. Meunier, Sr., 87, passed away on July 16, 2026, at Windham Hospital surrounded by his loving family. A longtime resident of Mansfield, Roland was born in Providence, RI, to the late Leon and Jeannette (Duquette) Meunier.
Roland was a graduate of Coventry High School (RI), where he met his lifelong love, Linda Kite. Roland had a long career as...
Kerry M. Hoffman
Jul 11, 2026
On July 11, 2026, Kerry M. Hoffman’s incredible life came to an end, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, caring, friendship and love. Her gift of enriching the lives of all she knew was unmatched, and the Hoffman, McGuigan, and Collin’s families have lost our cherished heart and soul.
She is survived by her husband Joshua, children Teddy and Lindsey, her...
Hope Marie Vertefeuille
Jul 10, 2026
Hope Marie (Chagnot) Vertefeuille, 48, of Hampton, CT, passed away peacefully at home on July 10, 2026, surrounded by the family who loved her fiercely, after a courageous five-year battle with cancer. Born in Willimantic, CT, Hope lived a life defined by love, honesty, and an unshakeable sense of humor. Whatever life brought her way, joyful or hard, she met...
Dorothy Boisvert
Jul 7, 2026
Our beloved mother, Dorothy T. Quirk Boisvert, passed away peacefully at home on July 7, 2026, surrounded by her family. Dorothy, also known to friends and family as Dot, Dottie, Dotsie, Mom, Mommy, Gram, and Gigi, was born on August 14, 1933, in Jersey City, NJ, to William A. and Helen Twomey Quirk. She married her children’s father †Victor Parusa...
Gordon Eugene Marrotte Sr.
Jul 4, 2026
Gordon E. Marrotte, Sr., age 85, of Willimantic, CT passed away peacefully at home with family members by his side, on July 4, 2026. He was born to the late Eugene Marrotte and Martha (Handfield) Marrotte.
Gordon is survived by his wife Patricia M. Marrotte of 59 years. His two children, son Gordon E Marrotte, Jr. (Robin), daughter Dawn Porter (John)....
Timothy Randall 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...
Patrice Claire Kaneda
Jul 1, 2026
With gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Patrice Claire Kaneda, 90, of Amston Lake. CT, who died peacefully in her lake home on July 1st, after a remarkable journey marked by courage, curiosity, and unwavering dedication to learning and teaching.
She is survived by her husband, Kunihiro Kaneda; brother Donald Demers; sister Paulette Demers-Uptain; daughter Paige...
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...
Jane Adriano
Jun 29, 2026
Jane Adriano passed away surrounded by the love of her family, who remained by her side through her final days and stayed with her until her last breath.
Jane was the beloved mother of Sean Cassano and his wife, Michell Cassano, and Sara Cassano; the cherished grandmother of Ryan and Nick Cassano, and Adeline Akeley; and a woman whose love for...
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...
