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...

Sep 29, 2025

James A. "Jim" Davidson III, 80, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025, with his family by his side. He was the beloved husband of Joyce (Ursia) Davidson for 47 years.

Jim was born in Holyoke, Massachusetts on December 22, 1944, son of the late James A. Davidson Jr and Eva (Piquette) Davidson. He served honorably in...

Sep 22, 2025

June L. Curtiss of Greensboro, GA, formerly of Goshen, CT, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025. June was affectionately known to her family and friends as "Bug". She was born on June 6, 1938 to the late Harold L and Edith Leona (Montgomery) Curtiss.

From designing and making her bespoke wedding dress to driving construction equipment,...

Sep 16, 2025

Thomaston – Harriet L. Knox, 86, passed away in the presence of family on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. She was the beloved wife of Robert Knox for 69 years.

Harriet was born in Waterbury, Connecticut, on October 27, 1938, daughter of the late Frank and Stella (Dizeweicka) Gangloff. Raised in Thomaston, Harriet was a graduate of Thomaston...

Sep 9, 2025

A. Patricia Harlow (nee Dubeau)

Patricia Harlow passed away on September 9, 2025 at 101 years old. She was born on August 21, 1924 to Joseph and Annie Dubeau in Derry, New Hampshire. She had a challenging upbringing growing up during the Great Depression and attending college during World War II. She contributed to the war effort...

Sep 9, 2025

John, (Jay) Knowlton died Sept. 9th at home surrounded by family. After a long battle with cancer his big heart just gave out. He leaves his wife Joyce and 2 sons, Josh and Dan, whom he loved fiercely. His grandkids, Elodie, Coralie, Pierce and Carter meant the world to him. As sick as he was, he spent his last...

Sep 6, 2025

Robert W. Peterson III, 64, of Northfield, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, September 6th, surrounded by his family. He was born on June 2, 1961, to Robert and Annette Peterson of Norwalk, CT.

Known affectionately as "Robbie" to his family and friends and "Papa" to his grandsons, Rob was an avid golfer, a champion...

Aug 30, 2025

Allie Warner Bassett, 90, (widow of Roger Bassett, Larry Stanchfield, and Robert Kucheravy), passed away peacefully at home on August 30, 2025. She was born on August 29, 1935 in Thomaston to the late Lewis and Charlotte (Salmon) Warner.

Allie graduated from Thomaston High School in 1953, where she lettered in varsity basketball, making the All Berkshire...

Aug 28, 2025

Middlebury – Lynn Jana (Cyr) Griffen, 73, passed away of natural causes, peacefully in her home on Thursday, August 28, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Frank Griffen, who predeceased her in 2013.

Born in Waterbury on October 6, 1951, Lynn's love was the steady light that guided her family—especially her grandchildren—with warmth, compassion,...

Aug 26, 2025

Carol Lee Wittkofske age 78, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at her home in Thomaston, Ct. She was the beloved wife of the late Roy Wittkofske. Born in Milford, Ct. on September 28, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Gaston Lucien Briere and Mary Virginia (Adams) Briere.

Carol graduated from the Bridgeport Hospital...

Aug 22, 2025

Plymouth – Biru Lin Xu, 86, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 22, 2025. She was the devoted wife of Xian Lai Xu.

Born on August 29, 1938, in Huilai, China, Biru was the daughter of the late Shi Lin and Qi Xiang Tong. Her life was marked by strength, resilience,...

Aug 19, 2025

Thomaston – Stephen D. Knox, 47, passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.

Steve was born in New Britain, Connecticut on September 1, 1977, son of the late Bartholomew J. Knox, II and Debra Ann (Brown) Knox. He was a proud member of Ironworkers Local 424 and the Waterbury Fishing Club. Whether casting a line at sunrise...

Aug 18, 2025

Thomaston – William "Billy" Budris, 68, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Theresa (Anderson) Budris.

William was born in Thomaston on June 11, 1957, son of the late William C. Budris Sr. and Shirley Rae (Brown) Budris.

He took great pride in his work as a Steamfitter for...

Aug 17, 2025

Richard J. Siemiatkoski

Lovingly known as "Poppy" to his 18 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren

Thomaston – Richard J. Siemiatkoski, 91, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025. Married for 65 years to the love of his life, Gail (Sanford) Siemiatkoski, whom he met on his bakery delivery route. It was love at first sight and...

Aug 7, 2025

Lynda Jane Mitchell

1946-2025

The perfect soul of Lynda Jane Mitchell departed this earth on Thursday August 7th at her home surrounded by loved ones, including her immediate family as well as her wonderful caregiver, Christine Pacifico of Thomaston. She was 79 years old.

Born in Clendenon, West Virginia in 1946 to Anne...