Obituaries

Apr 16, 2026

THOMASTON- It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that the family of Melissa Ruth (Johnson) Mancini, age 77, of Thomaston, shares the news of her peaceful passing on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, surrounded by her loving family after an extended illness. She was the beloved wife of Nicola “Nick” Mancini Sr., to whom she was...

Apr 9, 2026

WATERBURY - It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Ana Celia “Cely” (Rodriguez) Sepulveda, age 80, of Waterbury, shares the news of her tragic passing on Thursday, April 9, 2026. She was the beloved widow of Mr. Rafael Sepulveda, to whom she had been married for over 50 years.

Cely was born on April 26, 1945,...

Apr 20, 2026

BETHANY- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Dr. Jaak Rakfeldt, Ph.D, age 79, of Bethany, shares the news of his peaceful passing on Monday, April 20, 2026 in the comfort of his own home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Kristi (Ranna) Rakfeldt.

Jaak was born in Stockholm, Sweden on...

Apr 19, 2026

WATERBURY - It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Milagros Rivera, age 86, of Waterbury, shares the news of her peaceful passing on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Waterbury Hospital. She was the beloved widow of Mr. Carlos Rafael Pagan, to whom she had been married for 62 years.

Milagros was born on January 20, 1940,...

Apr 17, 2026

WEST HAVEN- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Michael F. Jasuirkowski, age 73, of West Haven, shares the news of his unexpected passing on Friday, April 17, 2026 at home.

Michael was born November 6, 1952 in New Haven, the son of the late Francis and Sophie (Golebiewski) Jasuirkowski. He graduated from Quinnipiac University, earning...

Apr 15, 2026

WATERBURY - It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Mr. Keith F. Hicks, age 49, of Waterbury, shares the news of his unexpected passing on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston MA.

Keith was born on May 17, 1976, in Waterbury, Connecticut, the son of Claudette Hicks and the late Otis Williams....

Apr 15, 2026

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Peter Henry Brodeur of Waterbury, age 81, shares the news of his peaceful passing on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at Autumn Lake Nursing Home. He was the husband of the late MaryAnn (Pronovost) Brodeur.

Peter was born in Waterbury, Connecticut on May 23, 1944, the beloved son of the late...

Apr 14, 2026

Apr 14, 2026

WINDSOR - It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Mr. Gilbert “Gil” Petteway, age 75, of Windsor, shares the news of his peaceful passing on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at Kimberly Hall South in Windsor.

Gil was born on May 11, 1950, in Waterbury, Connecticut, the son of the late Earl Sr. and Hettie M. (Craig)...

Apr 13, 2026

WATERTOWN-The family of Mario Romano, age 85, of Watertown, shares the news of his peaceful passing on Monday, April 13, 2026, at Waterbury Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Arcangela (DiSisto) Romano. 

Mario was born October 5, 1940, in Sassinoro, Italy, the beloved son of the late Antonio and Modestina (Focareta) Romano. From humble beginnings, he brought his strong work...

Apr 10, 2026

WATERTOWN — It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Billy T. Shelton, age 87, of Oakville, CT, shares the news of his peaceful passing on Friday, April 10, 2026, at Waterbury Hospital. He was the devoted husband of Ann (Barone) Shelton.

Billy was born August 22, 1938, in Athens, GA, the son of the late William...

Apr 9, 2026

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Tracy Bernacchi, age 49 of Waterbury, shares the news of her unexpected passing on Thursday, April 9th, 2026, at Waterbury hospital. She was the widow of Craig Michael Delgado.

Tracy was born February 22, 1977, in Waterbury, Connecticut, the beloved daughter of the late Thomas and Diane Patricia...

Apr 8, 2026

MIDDLEBURY- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Lorraine Joan Brown, age 91, of Middlebury, shares the news of her peaceful passing on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at The Ivy in Watertown. She was the beloved widow of Richard P. Brown Sr.

Lorraine was born on December 27, 1934, in Naugatuck, Connecticut, the beloved daughter of...

Apr 8, 2026

MIDDLETOWN — It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Anissa Porticelli, age 54, of Berlin, shares the news of her peaceful passing on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at Middlesex Hospital in Middletown. She was the beloved wife of Daniel Bouffard and now rejoices in her eternal home, united with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Anissa...

Apr 7, 2026

WATERBURY – It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that the family of Kevin O’Donnell, age 63, of Waterbury, shares news of his unexpected passing on April 7th 2026. Kevin was a spirited handyman and an all-around great guy, who will leave behind a legacy of kindness, laughter, and a helping hand to all who knew him.

Kevin was born...

Apr 6, 2026

BETHLEHEM- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Douglas Peter England, age 73, of Bethlehem, shares the news of his unexpected passing on Monday, April 6, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Mrs. Michela “Mickey” L. (Pirro) England.

Douglas was born on January 13, 1953, in Bristol, Connecticut, the son of the late Richard Edward...

Apr 5, 2026

STRATFORD- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of William King Phillips Jr., age 87, of Stratford, shares the news of his passing on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Waterbury Hospital.

William was born on July 15, 1938, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, the beloved son of the late William K. Phillips Sr., and Eva (Horton) Phillips. He proudly...

Apr 5, 2026

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Robert F. Morales, age 57, of Waterbury, shares the news of his unexpected passing on Monday, April 6, 2026, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Evelyn (Soto) Morales.

Robert was born on August 4, 1968, in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico, the...

Apr 5, 2026

OAKVILLE- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Martin M. Tehan Sr., age 87, of Oakville, formerly of Waterbury, shares the news of his peaceful passing on Sunday, April 06, 2026, in the comfort of his daughter's home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved widower of Carolyn “Kiki” (Lawlor) Tehan.

Martin was born...

Apr 4, 2026

WATERBURY - It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Jose A. Borrero, age 82, of Waterbury, shares the news of his peaceful passing on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Saint Mary’s Hospital. He was the beloved widow of Mrs. Ramona Rodriguez.

Jose was born on December 7, 1943, in Penuelas, Puerto Rico, the son of the...