William B. Sowik
Jul 13, 2022
William Sowik Obituary It is with great sadness we announce the passing of William Bradford Sowik on July 13, 2022. He passed away peacefully to his next adventure after a 5 year battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family. He will be deeply missed by his wife of almost 50 years, Sherri, and his two sons, who were a...
William Stephen Hopkins
Jul 12, 2022
William Hopkins Obituary At an early morning hour twelve days after his 98th birthday, William Stephen Hopkins drew his last breath. He was born in Troy, NY, the only son of the late William Shattuck Hopkins and Etta Eugenia (Patton) Hopkins, and it was there he received his childhood education. Following high school graduation, he joined the Coast Guard and...
Eric John Bogue
Jul 11, 2022
Eric Bogue Obituary Eric John Bogue, 57, passed away at home surrounded by his family on July 11, 2022. Eric, born in Windham, CT, was currently residing in Columbia, CT in a supported living arrangement with his Uncle John Berube; his housemate for over 27 years. At two weeks old, Eric became the survivor of a traumatic brain injury. Although...
Hazel I. (James) Rubins
Jul 9, 2022
Hazel Rubins Obituary Hazel Irene Rubins, 98, of Storrs, CT went home on July 9, 2022. She was born on November 11, 1923 in Willimantic, CT, daughter of the late John Earl and Annie (Harvey) James. She leaves her children Randy J. Corcoran and his wife, Deb and Penni Corcoran; stepchildren Charles Rubins and his wife Janet, and Bill; daughter...
Kathleen V. (Noonan) Benton
Jul 8, 2022
Kathleen Benton Obituary Kathleen V. (Noonan) Benton, 75, of Mansfield, CT passed away on July 8, 2022. She was born on September 17, 1946 in Hartford, CT, the daughter of the late Patrick and Maureen (Russell) Noonan. She is survived by her sons, Shawn P. Noonan and his fiancé, Kimberley Knowlton of Mansfield, CT and Michael J. Benton of Marlborough,...
Dominic Thomas Vincenzo, Jr.
Jul 6, 2022
Dominic Vincenzo, Jr. Obituary Dominic Thomas Vincenzo, Jr. of Hebron passed away suddenly on July 3, 2022. Dominic was proud of his service in the Marine Corp serving honorably in the Vietnam War. He was born in Hartford, CT on March 20,1951. Dominic leaves behind his brothers John, Joey and Matthew as well as his sisters Tina and Mary. In...
Mary Kathleen (Vaillancourt) Soucy
Jul 6, 2022
Mary Soucy Obituary Mary Kathleen Soucy, 85, of Willimantic, CT passed away on July 6, 2022. She was born in Frenchville, ME, daughter of the late Patrick M. and Rose (Paradis) Vaillancourt. She was predeceased by her husband, Raynold Soucy in 2003. Her Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 1:00pm at St. Mary's Church, 1600 Main St....
Linda L. Trace "Sister Mary Bernadette"
Jul 4, 2022
Linda Trace "Sister Mary Bernadette" Obituary Linda L. Trace “Sister Mary Bernadette”, 75, of New London, CT passed away on July 4, 2022. She was adopted by the late Robert and Ann Trace in 1950 where she thrived and flourished. Linda inherited her dad’s quick wittedness and his ability to make people smile and laugh. She was a nun, friend...
Valerie Jean (Arnold) Bhat
Jul 4, 2022
Valerie Bhat Obituary Valerie Arnold Bhat, 64, of Windham, CT passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 4, 2022. Valerie loved spending time with family and friends and was so proud of her grandchildren. She was an avid music lover, Led Zeppelin and Tom Petty were a few of her favorites. Valerie loved her plants and her dog, Tank....
Sandra (Brady) Eisele
Jul 3, 2022
Sandra Eisele Obituary Sandra Eisele, 77, of Pomfret Center, CT passed away on July 3, 2022. She was born in Watertown, NY, the daughter of the late William and Marion (Carr) Brady. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Helmut Eisele; sons David Eisele and his wife Melanie and Seth Eisele; sisters, Lisa Winn, Laura and Kay Brady;...
Clayton A. Church, Sr.
Jul 1, 2022
Clayton Church, Sr. Obituary Clayton Arnold Church, Sr. 89, of Windham, CT passed peacefully into everlasting rest surrounded by his loving family on July 1, 2022. Clayt was born in Vernon, CT on June 7, 1933 to Clinton and Doris (Snell) Church. He resided at St. Joseph Living Center for over a year. Clayton and his wife, Liz, lived in...
Barbara (Bell) Vajnar
Jul 1, 2022
Barbara Vajnar Obituary Barbara Vajnar, 66, of Lebanon, CT, passed away on July 1, 2022. She was born in Hartford, CT, the daughter of Judith (Thompson) Bell and the late David N. Bell Sr. Barbara was an avid lover of antiques and early americana memorabilia. Her home was filled with unique items and pieces which were found at auctions or...
Carl J. (Jr.) Schwager
Jun 30, 2022
Carl Schwager Obituary Carl J. Schwager, Jr., 87, of Willimantic, CT passed away on June 30, 2022. He was born in Hartford, CT, son of the late Carl J. Schwager, Sr., and Marie (Melhorn) Schwager. Carl loved his family; he was a very family-oriented man. When the kids were young, he and his wife, Lillian, would take them camping. He...
Georgina M. Hendrick
Jun 29, 2022
Georgina Hendrick Obituary Georgina M. Hendrick, 89, of Storrs Mansfield, CT passed away on June 29, 2022. She was born in Cheshire, CT, daughter to the late Benjamin and Helen (Roberts) Metzler. Georgina was the retired Dean of Administration at Middlesex Community College and had held several positions throughout the state of Connecticut from Central Office to the University of...
Geraldine K. (Krapf) Jones
Jun 26, 2022
Geraldine Jones Obituary Geraldine Marie Krapf Jones died peacefully on June 26, 2022, six days before her 93rd birthday, at Douglas Manor Nursing Home in North Windham, CT. Gerry enjoyed summers on Lake Winnipesaukee with her family; several trips in the late 1970s to St. Thomas, Virgin Islands with her husband, George; other travel to Europe; trips across the U.S.;...
Renate C. (Richter) Savino
Jun 23, 2022
Renate Savino Obituary Early on June 23, 2022, Renate Crista (Richter) Savino, 82, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family. She leaves behind her loving, devoted husband of 65 years, Donald M. Savino and her heart-broken children; Daniel Savino (& Laurie) of Hampton, Anthony Savino (& Melanie) of Andover, and Tina-Marie (Savino) Smith (& William) of Moodus. She also...
Kerttu K. (Karhu) Kersen
Jun 23, 2022
Kerttu Kersen Obituary Kerttu Kersen 95 of Coventry passed away on June 23, 2022. She was born March 23, 1927 in Manhattan, New York City the daughter of Jussi Karhu and Lahja Kovaluma. She moved to Coventry in 1952 with her late husband, John A Kersen Sr. Kert worked as a Medical Technologist for 37 years and retired from Windham...
Richard Anthony Brown
Jun 21, 2022
Richard Brown Obituary Richard A. Brown 80, formerly of Willimantic, passed away Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at Marlborough Health Care Center. He was born on April 5, 1942, in Andover, CT to the late Bernard Brown and Katherine (Hunt) Garland. Richard spent his working years as a laborer in the construction and agricultural businesses. In his retirement he delivered papers...
Michael C. Mckusick
Jun 20, 2022
Michael McKusick Obituary Michael McKusick, 63, of Storrs, CT, passed away suddenly, but peacefully at home on June 20, 2022. He was the loving husband of Janice (Reault) McKusick for almost 40 years. Michael was a 1977 graduate of Coventry High School, and then entered the U.S. Marine Corps. He was honorably discharged from the Marine Corps Reserves in 1984....
David G. Edens
Jun 20, 2022
David Edens Obituary David Gilland Edens passed away on June 20, 2022, at the age of 94. Born in Lumberton, NC, he led a charmed life. In high school he was known as a prankster and class clown and had a wonderful sense of humor. He served in the occupation army of Japan, where he managed the officer’s club for...
