James Walter McConnell, Jr.
Jan 7, 2026
It is with deepest regret that James Walter McConnell, Jr., a.k.a “Mac” of Ashford, CT, has died on January 7, 2026, in his home, after a long battle with Cancer. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Lorraine Schlegel McConnell; Sister Judith Gadbois of Kentucky; Nephews David McConnell, Jeffrey McConnell, Eric Paul Breuning and Niece Kimberlea Curran; and Cousins...
Ana L. Cubi
Jan 6, 2026
In Loving Memory of Ana L. Cubi August 15, 1937- January 6, 2026 Ana L. Cubi, a longtime Willimantic resident, was born Aug.15,1937, in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico,the eldest of thirteen siblings, peacefully passed away in her home. Small in stature yet, mighty and classy at the same time, carried herself with grace and strength throughout her life.
Lovingly known as”...
Bernice Delia Smith - Hewes
Jan 4, 2026
Bernice Smith-Hewes December 15,1924 – January 4, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that the family of Bernice Smith-Hewes, 101, announces her passing on January 4, 2026, at her home in Storrs, CT, the place she loved the most. Born in Willimantic to parents Wilfred & Rhea Lyon. She was known for her warm smile and unwavering kindness.
After raising her family,...
Charles Kevin Synnott
Jan 1, 2026
Charles Kevin Synnott, 80, of Hampton, beloved husband of Regis Delaney Synnott, passed away on January 1, 2026, at Windham Hospital after a courageous battle with glioblastoma. He was born in Waterbury to the late Charles Martin Synnott and Margaret Carolan Synnott. Kevin, as he was known to everyone, was raised in Cheshire and graduated from Cheshire High School. He...
Donald W. Ulkus
Dec 31, 2025
Donald William Ulkus, 97 left this earth peacefully on December 31, 2025. He was born in New Britain, CT on August 20, 1928, the first-born son of Fred and Agnes (Nelson) Ulkus. He spent his childhood in rural Kensington, CT surrounded by his large loving extended Nelson family and three siblings: Norma Dolan Crandall, John ‘Jack’ Ulkus and James ‘Jimmy’...
James Joseph Taylor
Dec 30, 2025
James J. Taylor, 72, of Mansfield Center, CT, passed peacefully away on December 30, 2025 into the loving arms of his Savior. Jim was always kind and known to be a gentleman. He spent 20 years in the Navy from 1972. Returning home, he received his college CPA degree. After he retired, he enjoyed singing with his guitar at local...
Joaquin Quinones - Cancela
Dec 30, 2025
Joaquin Quinones Cancela, affectionately known to many as Jacko, a devoted husband, loving father, and proud family man, passed away peacefully on 12/30/25 at the age of 86. Joaquin was born in Aguada PR to the late Crispin Quinones and Carmen Cancela. He shared an extraordinary 60 years together with his spouse, Edith Garcia, building a life rooted in loyalty,...
Vincent A. Nepomuceno
Dec 29, 2025
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Vincent Anthony Nepomuceno on December 29, 2025, at the age of 69. A longtime resident of Willimantic, CT, Vincent who is known to his friends and family as Ron or Ronnie, was born in the Philippines on April 3, 1956, to the late Francisco Nepomuceno, Jr and the late Josefita Nepomuceno....
Audrey Havican Barberet
Dec 28, 2025
Audrey H. Barberet, First Woman Mayor of Mansfield, Connecticut
Mansfield, CT
October 27, 1929-December 28, 2025
Audrey Barberet (née Havican) of Storrs, Connecticut, died peacefully at home in Storrs on December 28, 2025, after a long illness. She was 96 years old.
An instructor of French and English, Audrey was active in local politics for much of her life. She served on the Mansfield,...
Michael W. Adams
Dec 27, 2025
“How lucky am I to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” ~Winnie the Pooh
It is with profound sorrow that the family of Michael W. Adams announces his passing on Dec. 27, 2025 at the age of 82. Mike passed away peacefully at his home in South Windham, CT after a courageous battle with cancer and treatment side effects....
Stephen Carey Orrell
Dec 26, 2025
Stephen Orrell, 89, longtime resident of Storrs CT passed away at home on December 26th, 2025. He enjoyed a full and well-lived life. He was born in Massachusetts but spent a large portion of his childhood in Maine. He had many lifelong interests including boating, history and the outdoors. In 1966 he met his wife to be Maureen. They quickly...
Michael A. Werth
Dec 24, 2025
Michael A. Werth, 58, passed away on December 24th, 2025, Born in Windham, CT. On February 9th, 1967. He resided in Seymour, CT. Mike enjoyed cooking, making homemade beer, hiking, traveling and dogs and cats. He spent a lot of time traveling to both Virginia and Florida to visit family and friends. After graduating from the University of Connecticut with...
Robert "Scott" Brandon
Dec 23, 2025
Robert Scott Brandon
1951-2025
Robert “Scott” Brandon, 74, of Storrs, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025 at Hartford Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Scott was born in Norwich, Connecticut on February 28, 1951, to the late Anatole and Vivian Brandon. Scott spent his early childhood in Macon, Georgia, then relocated to Willimantic, Connecticut. He worked for many years at Roger’s...
Luz Nereida Sanchez
Dec 23, 2025
In Loving Memory of Luz Nereida Sánchez
Luz Nereida Sánchez, lovingly known as Nereida, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on May 25, 1940, in Juana Díaz, Puerto Rico, to Cruz María Mangual and Juan González Ortiz. She was the devoted wife of the late Julio Manuel Sánchez, the great...
Deborah M. Hoskins
Dec 18, 2025
Sometimes we are given the chance to have the perfect person in our life. Debbie was my chance. Loving, caring, giving, funny, and hardworking friend, wife and mother. She gave me five beautiful children, Crystal, Michael, Whitney, Tiffany, and Cory. Son in laws, Edmund and Alan. Grandchildren Arianna and Chase. She created our world with just a kiss. She left...
William Edward Hoffman
Dec 18, 2025
William Edward Hoffman, 79, of Hampton, passed away in the early evening of Thursday, December 18, 2025, surrounded by his three daughters. Bill was born, the oldest of four siblings, in Hampton, CT on September 28, 1946, to Donald Ellsworth Hoffman and Margaret Aileen (Pearl) Hoffman. He spent his early years helping with the family farm and assisting his father...
Terry R. Webster
Dec 18, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Terry R. Webster, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and father-in-law, age 87, of Storrs, Connecticut, on December 18, 2025. Terry was known for his warm smile, his deep knowledge of all things plant and garden related, his pride in his family, and his ability to sink a jump shot on...
Derek W. Hearn
Dec 17, 2025
Derek Hearn died on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from a sudden illness. He was thirty-six years old.
Born in St. Charles, Illinois, Derek grew up in New Hartford and Pomfret Center, Connecticut. A graduate of the Woodstock Academy, he earned recognition early on for his work in graphic arts, designing album covers for local bands and tattoos for friends. For years,...
Grant E. Spinner
Dec 16, 2025
On December 16th Grant E. Spinner of Columbia, CT was called home by the Lord. Grant is predeceased by his parents Roy and Annabell. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years Toni Gale (Bergeron) Spinner as well as his two brothers and their wives, Clifford and Beth Spinner of Columbia and Carl and Kathleen Spinner of Lebanon....
Frederick Stuart Duggan
Dec 16, 2025
Frederick Stuart Duggan 81, of Willimantic, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025 surrounded by the love of family.
He was born in New Britain, CT, the son of the late Martin and Alvaretta (Conquest) Duggan. Fred was raised in West Acton, MA, and spent most of his adult life in Willimantic, CT. He devoted 42 years as a sheet metal...
