Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Waterbury and Oakville, CT area

Ms. Stacy Burgio

Ms. Stacy Burgio

Dec 23, 2023

Devoted to her family and career WOLCOTT – With profound sadness and grief the family of Stacy Burgio, age 42, of Wolcott, announce her sudden passing on December 23, 2023, at the Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain. Stacy was born on March 7, 1981, the daughter of Frank Burgio Jr. and Sharon Dobler. Stacy was always a warrior...

Mr. Dylan Michael Thorn

Mr. Dylan Michael Thorn

Dec 23, 2023

LITTLE RIVER SC - Dylan Michael Thorn, age 32 years, passed away unexpectedly at home in Little River, South Carolina, on Saturday, December 23, 2023. He was the beloved son of Richard and Lisa Thorn. Dylan was born November 25, 1991, in Waterbury Connecticut, the son of Richard and Lisa (Adanosky) Thorn and lived in Southington most of his life....

Mrs. Janet Descoteaux

Mrs. Janet Descoteaux

Dec 21, 2023

OAKVILLE- Janet (Harnick) Descoteaux, age 79, of Oakville passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 21, 2023, surrounded by her loving family at Waterbury Hospital. She was the widow of David Descoteaux to whom she was married for 51 wonderful years. Janet was born on April 6, 1944, in Waterbury, the daughter of the late William and Margaret (Phalen) Harnick. She...

Mrs. Yvonne Godsil

Mrs. Yvonne Godsil

Dec 19, 2023

Devoted Mother, and Grandmother. WATERBURY – Yvonne (Desroches) Godsil, age 89, of Waterbury passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at Autumn Lake Health Care at Bucks Hill. She was the widow of William Godsil. Yvonne was born on November 2, 1934 in Freeport Long Island to the late Lucien and Cecile (Nantel) Desroches. She grew up in Manhattan...

Mr. Thomas Duncan Taylor Sr.

Mr. Thomas Duncan Taylor Sr.

Dec 18, 2023

WATERBURY – Thomas Duncan Taylor Sr., age 85, of Waterbury, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 18, 2023 at Saint Mary’s Hospital after a long illness surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Margaret (Harris) Taylor. Thomas was born on November 17, 1938 in Waterbury to the late John and Mary (Duncan) Taylor. He was a graduated...

Mr. Henry Sage

Mr. Henry Sage

Dec 18, 2023

Leesburg, FL - Henry Sage, age 78, formerly of Waterbury, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on December 18, 2023, after a brief illness. He was the beloved husband of Patricia (Dulin) Sage for 58 years.Henry was born on January 7, 1945, to the late Stanley and Olive (Bartlett) Sage. He attended Croft High School. During and after high...

Mr. Dana Durant

Mr. Dana Durant

Dec 17, 2023

Devoted father and brother WOLCOTT - Dana Durant, age 60, of Wolcott, passed away of natural causes on December 17, 2023 in the comfort of his home. Dana was born on January 15, 1963, in Middletown to the late Leah (Lougee) Durant and Raymond O. Durant Sr. He was raised in Old Lyme, attended Old Lyme schools, and lived in...

Mr. Joel Jesus Cajigas

Mr. Joel Jesus Cajigas

Dec 17, 2023

All services for Joel will be held in Puerto Rico.

Mr. Jordan Isaiah Robinson

Mr. Jordan Isaiah Robinson

Dec 17, 2023

Outstanding Local Football Athlete WATERBURY – It is with great sadness that the family of Jordan Isaiah Robinson, age 22, of Waterbury, CT, announce his tragic and untimely passing on Sunday, December 17th, 2023. Jordan was born January 30 th , 2001, in New Rochelle, NY, the son of Jermaine Robinson Sr of Columbia, SC, and Stacey (Thompson) Robinson of...

Mr. Robert D. Laviana

Mr. Robert D. Laviana

Dec 17, 2023

Retired from Waterbury Police Department WATERBURY – Robert D. Laviana, age 84, of Waterbury, CT, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 17, 2023, after a long illness. He was the husband of Gui Ping (Dou) Laviana. Robert was born on December 12, 1939, in Waterbury, CT, the son of the late Lester and Florence (Hurley) Laviana. He served in the...

Mrs Sandra Shiflett

Mrs Sandra Shiflett

Dec 16, 2023

OAKVILLE - Sandra (Johnson) Shiflett, 90, of Oakville (formerly of Kent), passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 15, 2023 at the Complete Care at Middlebury. She was the wife of the late Randol E. Shiflett. Sandra was born in New Haven on October 12, 1933 to the late William and Kathryn (Peters) Johnson. She graduated from Hillhouse High School and...

Mr John E. Theriault

Mr John E. Theriault

Dec 16, 2023

Devoted to his family and his community WATERBURY– It is with great sadness and profound grief that we announce the unexpected passing of John E. Theriault of Waterbury on Saturday December 16, 2023, in the comfort of his home after a brief illness. He was the husband of Veronica (Murphy) Theriault. John was born in Waterbury on July 7, 1944,...

Cheryl Anthony

Cheryl Anthony

Dec 13, 2023

Loving, wife, mother, and grandmother WATERBURY – Cheryl J. Anthony, age 65, of Waterbury, CT, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 13th, 2023, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of William Anthony. Cheryl was born on February 23rd, 1958, in Waterbury, the daughter of the late Roy and Genevieve (Raimo) Smith....

Ms. Judith Valuckas

Ms. Judith Valuckas

Dec 11, 2023

Loving Sister, Aunt and Friend WATERTOWN – Judith Rose Maria Valuckas, age 78, of Watertown, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home surrounded by the love and comfort of her family on Monday, December 11th, 2023, after an extended illness. Judi was born June 7th, 1945, in Waterbury, CT, the daughter of the late Kostantos and Mary (Stanevich)...

Mr. Roger L. St. George

Mr. Roger L. St. George

Dec 11, 2023

Devoted to his family WATERBURY –Mr. Roger L. St. George, age 74, formerly of Waterbury, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, December 11, 2023 at Yale New Haven Hospital. He was the devoted husband of Marilyn (House) St. George. Mr. St George was born on August 27, 1949 in Central Falls, RI the son of...

Mrs. Angela Cirelli

Mrs. Angela Cirelli

Dec 10, 2023

Devoted to her family OAKVILLE – Angela Cirelli, age 88, of Oakville passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at the Vitas Inpatient Unit of St Mary’s Hospital after living a long and full life. Her final moments were spent in the company of her loving family and friends. She was the widow of Gigino Cirelli. Angela was born...

Mr. Andrew J. Costa

Mr. Andrew J. Costa

Dec 9, 2023

WATERBURY — In loving memory of Andrew J. Costa, age 39, of Waterbury, who unexpectedly passed away on Dec. 9, 2023. Born in Waterbury on Jan. 4, 1984, Andrew dedicated many years to his work at Maaco and, more recently, found joy in the construction industry. His vibrant spirit shone through his favorite activities such as cooking, fishing, hiking, and...

Mrs. Elizabeth M. Obrien

Mrs. Elizabeth M. Obrien

Dec 9, 2023

Devoted to her family WATERBURY – Mrs. Elizabeth M. OBrien, age 89, of Waterbury, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at the Abbott Terrace Nursing Home, after an extended illness. She was the widow of Eugene OBrien. Mrs. OBrien was born in Waterbury on February 19, 1934, the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth “Ethel” (Dillon) Lackey....

Mr. Robert M Fox

Mr. Robert M Fox

Dec 9, 2023

Devoted to his family and his faith SOUTHBURY – Robert M. Fox, age 79 of Southbury, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home with his devoted wife and caregiver by his side on Saturday, December 9, 2023. He was the husband of Kathleen (O’Toole) Fox. Bob was born September 9, 1944 in Bridgeport, CT, the son of the...

Mr. Gene E. Blair

Mr. Gene E. Blair

Dec 9, 2023

Mr. Gene Edward Blair (78) of Waterbury, CT. died unexpectedly on Saturday, December 9, 2023. He was the husband of the late Ethel J. (Clinton) Blair. Mr. Blair was born on June 3, 1945, in Wrightsville, GA. He was the son of the late Fred and Clydie (Davis) Blair. He attended Mount Olive A.M.E Zion Church in Waterbury, CT. Mr....