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Alfred C. Eggen

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Frank E. Jaquith

Frank E. Jaquith

Aug 31, 2023

Frank Jaquith Obituary It is with great sadness we announce the passing of a great husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Frank E. Jaquith, 70 of Mansfield Center, CT passed peacefully on August 31, 2023, at St. Joseph’s Living Center where he was cared for with the utmost respect, dignity, and love. Frank resided in Manchester and attended M.H.S. where he...

John Patrick Vrabel

John Patrick Vrabel

Aug 30, 2023

John Vrabel Obituary John Patrick Vrabel, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2023, in Willimantic, CT. Born on October 23, 1932, in New York. John served his country in the Navy from 1952 to 1956 as a machinist in the engine room of the Aircraft carrier the S.S. Roosevelt. Through the Navy, John was able to see the world.  After...

Philip John Ricard

Philip John Ricard

Aug 30, 2023

Philip Ricard Obituary Philip John Ricard, known affectionately as "Phil" to his family and friends, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2023, in Hampton, CT. Born on Christmas Eve in 1961 in Willimantic, CT, Phil was a man of many passions and talents, whose love for his family and interests were the cornerstone of his life. Phil is survived by...

Ronald Carlton Rock

Ronald Carlton Rock

Aug 27, 2023

Ronald Rock Obituary Ronald Carlton Rock, known affectionately as Ron, passed away on August 27, 2023, in Hampton, CT. Born on January 21, 1947, in Plattsburgh, NY, Ron's life was defined by his faith and his love for his family. Ron was a graduate of Mount Assumption High School, where he cultivated a love for learning and developed the skills...

Edward Anthony Tervidis

Edward Anthony Tervidis

Aug 25, 2023

Edward Tervidis Obituary Edward Anthony Tervidis, known by friends and family as Eddy, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2023 in Windham, Connecticut. Born on April 29, 1931, in Easton, Pennsylvania, Eddy lived a life filled with hard work, ingenuity, and a curiosity for the world around him. Eddy's early life was characterized by his industrious spirit. As a youth,...

Richard J. Tangari

Richard J. Tangari

Aug 25, 2023

Richard Tangari Obituary Richard J. Tangari, fondly known as Rick, was a beacon of love, wisdom, and handiness. Born on August 14, 1955, in Norwich Connecticut, he lived a life that was an embodiment of positivity and resilience, until his peaceful passing in Ashford on August 25, 2023. Rick was the beloved husband and soulmate to Susan Tangari, their love...

Corina F (Losen) Wylie

Corina F (Losen) Wylie

Aug 23, 2023

Corina Wylie Obituary Corina Losen Wylie, 61, of Chaplin, CT passed away on August 23, 2023.  Born July 1962 to Ernst and Augusta Losen of Windham, CT.  Corina attended Windham High School and worked as an administrative assistant at the University of Connecticut until she retired. She is survived by a sister, Evelyn Gillis and her husband Joseph of Shelton;...

Vivian J. Angell

Vivian J. Angell

Aug 23, 2023

Vivian Angell Obituary Vivian Hope (Johnson) Angell, 101, of Columbia, CT, wife of E. Leonard Angell, passed away on August 23, 2023 at the Pierce Memorial Baptist Home in Brooklyn, CT. She was born in Sterling, CT, on February 1, 1922, to the late William and Cora (Babcock) Johnson. Vivian graduated from Plainfield High School, class of 1940. Vivian and...

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