Matthew Mark Thomson
Sep 24, 2023
Matthew Thomson Obituary Matthew Mark Thomson, known to all as Matt, was a man who lived his life to the fullest, enriching the lives of those around him with his dedication, kindness, and infectious joy. Born on January 12, 1965, in Holyoke, MA, Matt left an indelible mark on every person and place he encountered, before passing away peacefully at...
James "Jim" L. Robinson
Sep 23, 2023
James "Jim" Robinson Obituary James “Jim” L. Robinson, 76, lifelong Columbia, CT resident, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2023 surrounded by family. Born on March 24, 1947 in Manchester, CT to Belle and the late Lucius W. Robinson, Jr. Jim is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 45 years, Carol Robinson and five children: David Veal,...
Robert S. Neborsky
Sep 21, 2023
Robert Neborsky Obituary Robert S. Neborsky, 69, formerly of Hampton and Willimantic, CT passed away on September 21, 2023. Robert attended Hampton Consolidated School, Parish Hill High School and Eastern CT State University. He is survived by his sister Stephanie J. Neborsky and her husband John W. Thrower. Robert was predeceased by his parents Stephen F. and Dorathy (Angelott) Neborsky....
Donald E. Fitzgerald
Sep 19, 2023
Donald Fitzgerald Obituary Donald E. Fitzgerald, 90, of Willimantic, CT passed away on September 19, 2023. He was born in Brooklyn, CT, the son of the late Edward and Alina (Boucher) Fitzgerald. Donald was a graduate of Windham High School. He worked as a laborer, retiring from Paradise Farms. He lived in Hampton, Chaplin, and Lebanon before moving to Willimantic...
Theresa P. (Perry) Bolen
Sep 19, 2023
Theresa Bolen Obituary Theresa P. Bolen, age 96, was born on October 9, 1926 and passed into eternal life in the early morning hours of September 19, 2023. She had been the youngest of eleven children and devoted daughter to the late Antone and Lillian (Maiden) Perry of New Bedford, MA, where she was raised, happily growing up near her...
Colby "Gg" (Chamberlin) Melanec
Sep 18, 2023
Colby Melanec Obituary Colby "GG" (Chamberlin) Melanec, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2023, in Windham, CT. Born on October 26, 1920, in Willimantic, CT, she was a cherished member of her community and a beacon of strength and love to her family. GG was a dedicated employee of United Technology Pratt & Whitney...
Merrill Cheney Cummings
Sep 16, 2023
Merrill Cummings Obituary Chief Merrill “Smokey” Cummings graciously left this life on September 16, 2023 after 104 years to reunite with his wife Barbara. Merrill was born in Hartford, CT to Albert and Luella (Goodale) Cummings on 6/16/1919. He often spoke fondly of the 10 summers he spent as a youngster helping his Aunt and Uncle at the Brocton, MA...
Milton J. Wrobleski, Jr.
Sep 16, 2023
Milton Wrobleski, Jr. Obituary Milton J. Wrobleski, Jr., 83, of Mansfield Center, CT passed away on September 16, 2023. He was born in Fall River, MA, the son of the late Milton Wrobleski, Sr. and Elsie (Duckett) Wrobleski. He is survived by his wife Dorothy (Wilson) Wrobleski, grandson Nicholas Wrobleski, daughter-in-law Paula Lomas, sister Margaret Wrobleski, and brother-in-law Maurice “Brud”...
Alfred C. Eggen
Sep 15, 2023
Alfred Eggen Obituary On September 15, 2023, Alfred C. W. Eggen, age 90, of Ashford, CT went to be with his Lord and Savior. He was born in New York City on April 4, 1933. After graduating from Brooklyn Technical High School, he earned his mechanical engineering degree at Brooklyn Polytech Institute and his Master’s Degree at Rensselaer Polytechnical Institute. ...
Jocille V. (Lebel) Devaux
Sep 14, 2023
Jocille Devaux Obituary Jocille Viola Devaux, a loving, kind, and gentle soul, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2023, in Chaplin, CT. Born on June 8, 1936, in Van Buren, ME, daughter of the late Leon and Annie (Cormier) Lebel. Jocille's life was a testament to her enduring spirit, unwavering kindness, and her love of all animals. After being raised...
Phyllis L. (Lis) Lester
Sep 11, 2023
Phyllis Lester Obituary On September 11, 2023 the world lost a beautiful lady Phyllis L. Lester, 87, of Columbia, CT. She was welcomed into eternal life surrounded by her loving family at home. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Phyllis was born in Willimantic, CT on August 3, 1936, to the late John and Eva (Marceau) Lis....
Richard Lemire
Sep 8, 2023
Richard Lemire Obituary Richard “Dick” Lemire, 77, formally of Columbia, CT, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 8, 2023, in Groton, CT. Married for 55 years, Richard was the beloved husband of Katherine “Cookie” (Gamache) Lemire. Born February 14, 1946, in Windham, CT, Richard was the son of the late Joseph and Marie Lemire. Richard graduated from the...
Kevin Francis Brown
Sep 8, 2023
Kevin Brown Obituary Kevin F. Brown passed away peacefully surrounded by family in his Connecticut home on September 8, 2023, after a battle with cancer. The youngest of five boys, Kevin was born in Milford, Mass., to Leo Edward Brown and Elizabeth (Daley) Brown on January 30, 1951. He was raised in Franklin, Mass., with his brothers, Paul, Kenneth, Donald...
Elizabeth Campo
Sep 7, 2023
Elizabeth Campo Obituary Elizabeth Campo, a loving and kind soul, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2023, in Vernon, CT. Born on February 24, 1934, in Brooklyn, NY, to the late Thomas and Geraldine (Perry) Murray, Elizabeth's life was filled with joy and love. Elizabeth was a social butterfly who loved singing, playing the piano, and theater. Her vibrant personality...
Charlotte B. (Burdick) Shead
Sep 6, 2023
Charlotte Shead Obituary Charlotte Burdick Shead, 94, of Chaplin, passed away at home on September 6, 2023. She was born on August 23, 1929 to Wilfred and Marion (Powe) Burdick. She leaves behind her daughters Diane Bray of Chaplin, Susan Shead of Milford and her boyfriend Bob Boger, and her son Donald G. Shead Jr. and his wife Barbara of...
William Richard Voorvaart
Sep 5, 2023
William Voorvaart Obituary William Richard "Bill" Voorvaart, passed away on September 5, 2023, in Windham, CT. He was born in Des Plaines, Illinois, on November 3, 1964 to John and Patricia Voorvaart before moving with the family to Simsbury, CT. Billy's family was his pride and joy and he worked continuously to show that. Christina, his wife of nearly 29...
Ethel (Dale) Records
Sep 4, 2023
Ethel Records Obituary Ethel Dale Records, 83, of Columbia, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 4, 2023, at her home in Columbia, CT. Born in Hope, RI, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Ruth (Isaacs) Dale. Ethel attended the University of Bridgeport, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in physical education. During her lifetime, she worked in...
Sally Rubia Chartier
Sep 3, 2023
Sally Chartier Obituary Sally “Rubia” Chartier passed away on September 3, 2023 after a long and painful battle with substance addiction. Sally was born in Brooklyn, CT on August 17, 1992. She was loved by many and is survived by her daughter Lila Eve Ferrero of East Haddam; her father Normand Chartier and his partner Lynn Clark of Brooklyn; her...
Jeanne Elizabeth Morascini
Sep 3, 2023
Jeanne Morascini Obituary Jeanne E. Hochberg Morascini, 94, passed away from this earth to her eternal life on Sunday, September 3, 2023, in Hebron, CT Our beloved Matriarch and loving spirit is now at peace. Her life was one of service and dedication, A lifelong educator, she had a tireless commitment to working toward creating hope for peace and universal...
Elizabeth Ann (Peene) Melvin
Sep 2, 2023
Elizabeth Melvin Obituary Elizabeth "Betty" Melvin, a loving and gentle soul, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2023 surrounded by family at Pierce Memorial Baptist Nursing Center in Brooklyn. She was born on November 13, 1937, in Stafford Springs, Connecticut the daughter of Chester and Dorothy (Morgan) Peene. Betty graduated from Windham High School (Class of 1956) and went on...
