Obituaries
William Francis O'Brien
Nov 12, 2024
William Francis O'Brien Sr., 89, of Prospect, formally Cheshire, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.
William was born on June 7, 1935, in Westfield, MA, to John J. Sr. & Marguerite F. (Slattery) O'Brien. He graduated from West Haven High School and New Haven Teachers College.
He served in the US Air Force as a military policeman and was an...
John "Tony" Rupsis
Nov 12, 2024
Beacon Falls - John A. Rupsis, 79 known to many as “Tony” passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at his home with his family by his side. He was the husband of Evelyn (Skowronski) Rupsis.
He was born November 1945, in Derby, the son of the late Albert and Catherine Rupsis. He was a lifelong resident of Beacon Falls and...
Maureen E. Persico
Nov 12, 2024
Naugatuck - Maureen E. Persico, 67, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at Waterbury Hospital. She was the longtime companion of Jeffrey Demkar.
Maureen was born January 31, 1957, in Derby, the daughter of the late Andrew and Kathleen (Condon) Cybart. She was a dedicated and compassionate Operational Assistant at Smithfield Garden Assisted Living for 18 years and a Veterinary...
Renee C. Zimmitti
Nov 10, 2024
CHESHIRE- Renee Hamilton Caldwell Zimmitti, 71, passed away Sunday, November 10th, 2024, at Yale New Haven Hospital after a courageous battle with lung cancer. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family. She was the wife of Gary Zimmitti.
Renee was born June 11, 1953, in Waterbury, daughter of the late William and Ruth (Mills) Hamilton. Renee graduated from Cheshire High...
Joyce Elizabeth (Leaman) Gensler
Nov 10, 2024
Joyce (Leaman) Gensler, 91, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at The Village at East Farms. She was the wife of the late Floyd Gensler Jr.
Born in Cheshire on November 16, 1932, Joyce was the daughter of the late George and Katherine (Scott) Leaman. Joyce was also predeceased by her brother, George Leaman, and sister, Lois Gensler.
Joyce graduated...
Carol H. Picozzi
Nov 9, 2024
Cheshire - Carol H. Picozzi, 71, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Southington Care Center after a lengthy illness. She was the wife of Robert Picozzi.
Mrs. Picozzi was born March 19, 1953, in Waterbury, the daughter of the late Carl and Bertha (Pechalonis) Hellendrung. A lifelong Cheshire resident, she was a communicant of Saint Bridget of Sweden Parish....
Steven Edward Gerber
Nov 9, 2024
Steven Edward Gerber, 89, of Plantsville passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at his home. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was predeceased by his bride and love, Sandy Gerber.
Steven was born on July 7, 1935, and raised in Forest Hills New York. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama. He lived on...
Jane Richards
Nov 7, 2024
Jane Richards, age 94, of Cheshire entered into rest on November 7, 2024 at MidState Medical Center in Meriden. Jane was born on August 28, 1930 in Detroit, MI, daughter of the late Thomas and Virginia (Maxwell) Lehman.
Jane spent her youth in Cape Elizabeth, ME. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Michigan, and a Master’s...
Gustave Schebell
Nov 7, 2024
Gustave A. Schebell 1931-2024 Waterbury, CT To everything there is a season and a time to every purpose into heaven. On a brilliant blue autumn day, the soul of Gus Schebell began the next step on it’s journey. Gustave Arthur Schebell of Waterbury, was born on October 30, 1931 in Marlborough, Massachusetts. He was the son of the late Gustave...
Mary Elizabeth Levine
Nov 4, 2024
In Loving Memory of Mary Elizabeth “Sage” Levine September 26, 1950 - November 4, 2024 Mary Levine, affectionately known as “Sage” by those who knew and loved her, passed away peacefully in her home in New Haven, CT on Monday, November 4, 2024. Known for her sharp wit, boundless curiosity, and genuine warmth, she had a rare gift for making...
Dominic A. D'Amato
Nov 3, 2024
Dominic A. D’Amato, age 99, of Cheshire, entered into rest on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at Elim Park Health Care. He was the devoted husband of Ann Marie (Boccamaiello) D’Amato for 62 years until her passing in 2012. Dominic was born on October 21, 1925 in New Haven, son of the late Domenico and Giuseppina (DiCosmo) D’Amato.
Dominic served his country...
Albert A. Beckwith Sr.
Nov 3, 2024
Waterbury - Albert A. Beckwith Sr., 85, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at Waterbury Hospital. He was the longtime companion of Alana DeCarlo.
Mr. Beckwith was born July 8, 1939, in Derby, the son of the late Walter and Thelma (Watson) Beckwith. He was the Owner/Operator of Beckwith Equipment in New Haven. Raised in Seymour, he graduated from Bullard...
Shelley Tylec
Nov 1, 2024
Shelley L. Tylec “Art was her passion” Waterbury, CT Shelley L. Tylec, 71, the loving wife of William J. Tylec, died peacefully at home on November 1, 2024. Her husband was by her side. Shelley was born February 25, 1953 in Meriden, CT, the daughter of the late Leigh and Jean (Perreault) Burkhardt. Shelley graduated from Platt High School and...
Dorothy Gouveia
Oct 28, 2024
Dorothy Gouveia “A true matriarch” Naugatuck, CT Dorothy Gouveia, 93, died peacefully at her home on October 28, 2024 with loving family by her side. Dorothy was born June 6, 1931 in Waterbury, CT a daughter of the late Trefley and Mamie Tardy. She graduated from Waterbury Catholic High and for many years was the co-owner on Gouveia’s Garage in...
Lillian Ruth Buckley
Oct 27, 2024
Lillian Ruth Buckley was born on September 11, 1928, in New Haven, Connecticut, a daughter of the late Peter and Hilda (Miller) Lobner and peacefully passed away on Sunday October 27, 2024, at the Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center. She was the wife of the late Andrew J. Buckley. Lillian was a beloved wife, daughter, mother and friend. Lillian's life was...
Howard Wayne Slason Jr.
Oct 26, 2024
Howard Wayne Slason Jr., age 82, of Prospect entered into rest on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at VITAS at St. Mary’s Hospital. He was the devoted husband of Patricia (Mandeville) Slason for over 36 years. Howard was born on December 22, 1941 in Waterbury son of the late Howard Sr. and Catherine (Wargo) Slason.
Howard served his country with honor and...
Frederick L. Giampietro Sr.
Oct 25, 2024
Frederick L. Giampietro, Sr.,93, of Cheshire, passed away on October 25, 2024, at Elim Park. He was the husband of the late Marie (Orsini) Giampietro.
Fred was born on July 31,1931, in Waterbury, a son of the late Luigi and Rosalinda (Elia) Giampietro and was a longtime Cheshire resident. He attended Waterbury schools and was a graduate of Leavenworth High School....
Maria Duque
Oct 25, 2024
Baltimore, MD Maria Antonieta Duque, 96, the widow of Elviro Fernandes Duque, whom she was married to for 55 years, died October 25, 2024 at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center in Columbia, MD. Maria was born December 29, 1927 in Lisbon, Portugal a daughter of the late Henrique Francisco de Sousa and Maria Joaquina de Silva. Maria was educated...
Ann McGann Propper
Oct 23, 2024
Ann McGann Propper, age 93, of Southbury entered into rest on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at her home. She was the devoted wife of the late James M. Propper. Ann was born on February 6, 1931 in Waterbury, daughter of the late Earl and Pearl (Curtis) McGann.
She attended local schools, graduating from St. Margaret School before attending Mt. Holyoke College...
Rena Jane Carreiro
Oct 22, 2024
It is with great sorrow that we announce Rena Jane Carreiro, age 54, of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. She was born on May 5, 1970 in Waterbury, daughter of Freda (Engle) Carreiro and the late Wesley Carreiro.
Rena was currently employed at Elements Solutions, Inc. as the Accounts Payable Manager for North America. She was recently...
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