Jan 13, 2026

Thomas A. SampieriLitchfield – Thomas A. Sampieri, 69, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Susan (Sabo) Sampieri for over 41 years.

Thomas was born in Waterbury on June 13, 1956, son of the late Delphio and Sophie (DuBicki) Sampieri. He was raised in Prospect and graduated from Waterbury State Technical College with a degree...

Jan 5, 2026

Southington – Joyce M. Recchia, 68, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026.

Joyce was born in Waterbury on May 20, 1957, daughter of the late Gerard and Jean (Lewandowski) Guillet. Raised in Thomaston, Joyce attended Thomaston schools and graduated from Thomaston High School. Her love of education brought her to earn her Bachelor’s from Post University in Political Science Legal...

Dec 28, 2025

Ernest G. Barks

Beloved Brother and Uncle

Ernest (Ernie) Barks passed away on Sunday December 28th at Cook Willow Health and Rehab in Plymouth, Connecticut.

Ernest was born in Providence, Rhode Island on September 30th, 1947, the son of the late Howard and Shirley (Poyas) Barks. He was a graduate of Thomaston High School, Class of 1966. He was employed at Whyco Technologies...

Dec 26, 2025

Watertown – Marshall T. Roman, 81, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025. He was the loving husband of Darlene (VanBuren) Roman for 50 years.

Marshall was born in Waterbury on December 13, 1944, son of Dominick and Jennie (Rogozinski) Roman. He was a graduate of Thomaston High School and The Hartford Institute of Accounting with an associate’s degree. He served...

Dec 22, 2025

Peter Joseph Torrence

Beloved Brother

With profound love and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our sweet, beloved brother, Peter Joseph, who left this world on December 22, at the age of 61 for a heavenly reunion with our mom, Ann (Bonna) and dad, Gene. 

Born April 13, 1964, he faced life with challenges that required patience, understanding, and extra care. Through...

Dec 17, 2025

Torrington – David H. Galusha, 84, passed away on Friday, December 17, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Edith (Teetsel) for 62 years.

Dave was born in Oneonta, New York, on November 19, 1941, the son of the late Merl and Bernice (Davie) Galusha and brother, Rev. Merl Galusha Jr. He graduated from Houghton College in 1963. Most of his...

Dec 15, 2025

Raymond Batick, 76, passed away on December 15, 2025.

Raymond Batick was born on October 8,1949 in Waterbury, CT, to Philip Batick Sr and Pearl S Batick. Raymond graduated from Thomaston High School in 1967 and attended Laurel College where he played Basketball and was class president. He was always a gifted basketball player and a star Berkshire League Player. He...

Dec 14, 2025

Richard Anthony Screen, 80, of Thomaston, entered into his journey to heaven on December 15 at his home, surrounded by his loving family, after courageous battle with cancer—which he faced with his trademark strength, stubbornness, and sense of humor.

Richard was born on July 8, 1945, in Waterbury, Connecticut, son of the late Harry Screen of Thomaston...

Dec 9, 2025

Harwinton – Rosalie Mary Murphy, 79, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. She was the beloved wife of Philip J. Murphy for 58 years.

Rosalie was born in Waterbury on May 12, 1946, daughter of the late Louis and Evelyn (Paternoster) Diliberto. She was a graduate of Watertown High School and worked for many years at...

Nov 24, 2025

Morris - Margaret C. Skilton, 87, passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025. She was the wife of the late Douglas Skilton.

Margaret was born in Waterbury on November 3, 1938, daughter of Michael and Pauline (Spengler). She attended Watertown High School and graduated in the class of 1956. After graduation, Peg began working as a secretary...

Nov 13, 2025

Terryville - Ray "Johnny" Campbell III, 77, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Kathleen (Decker) Campbell for 54 years.

Ray was born in Key West, Florida on November 10, 1948, son of Ray J. Campbell Jr. and Norma (Hartigan) Campbell. He graduated from Marist College with a degree in economics...

Oct 21, 2025

Thomaston – Bonnie M. Rice, 72, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. She

was the beloved wife of William E. Rice III for 39 years.

Bonnie was born in Waterbury on February 15, 1953, daughter of the late Harold Ellis

and Oneita (Gordinier) Ellis....

Oct 15, 2025

Thomaston – Grafton L. Embelton, 66, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. He was the husband of the late Debbie (Barber) Embelton.

Grafton was born on March 16, 1959, in Presque Isle, Maine, son of the late William Thomas and Joan M. (Cahill) Embelton. He worked as an ironworker for many years...

Oct 13, 2025

Thomaston – Brian J. Lewis, 71, passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025, at Waterbury Hospital, with his wife and daughter by his side. He was the loving husband of Joyce (Ryan) Lewis for 52 years.

Brian was born in Waterbury on January 8, 1954, son of William Lewis and Lorraine (Byrnes) Cubbelotti. He proudly served his...

Oct 12, 2025

Doris M. Fenn, of Norwich and Thomaston, 87, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025, after a long illness. She was the wife of the late Donald W. Fenn Sr.

Doris was born in Torrington on March 9, 1938, daughter of the late Duane and Emma (Gaylord) Stone. A long-time resident of Thomaston, Doris attended local schools....

Oct 11, 2025

Charlotte (Gray) LeClair, of Thomaston and Proctorsville, Vermont, passed away surrounded by love and family.

She was the cherished wife of Andrew LeClair and the beloved daughter of Nikki and Grant Gray. Charlotte grew up in East Hartford, Connecticut, and graduated from the University of Connecticut, where she later earned her Master of Social Work. She dedicated...

Oct 6, 2025

Adeline Doris Bolton of Thomaston, died on October 6, 2025, at the age of 99. She was the widow of Mr. Wallace Bolton.

Adeline was born on July 18, 1926 in Milldale, CT. She attended local school and graduated from Thomaston High School, class of 1944. Adeline belonged to the Thomaston Historical Society, Friends of the Library,...

Oct 4, 2025

Middlefield – Bruce Edward Monahan, 86, passed away peacefully after a long illness on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at Complete Care of Meriden. He was the husband of Joan Monahan for 55 years.

Bruce was born in Proctor, Vermont on August 20, 1939, son of the late Leslie F. and Charlotte L. (Briggs) Monahan. They later moved...

Oct 3, 2025

Morris – George "Bill" William Veatch, 93, formerly of Shrewsbury, PA, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 3, 2025 with his family by his side. He was the husband of the late Blanche Erma (Witmer) Veatch.

Bill was born in Columbia, Pennsylvania on May 20, 1932, son of the late Raymond Elliot and Naomi Vivian (Hobday) Veatch....

Sep 30, 2025

Thomaston - Rebecca C. Nelson, 86, passed away on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at Litchfield Woods. She was the wife of the late Arthur I. Nelson.

Rebecca was born in Waterbury on January 26, 1939, daughter of the late John Chipman and Phyllis Oldenwald Chipman Packer. Raised in Thomaston, CT, Rebecca attended local schools, graduated from Thomaston...