Obituaries
Stephen W. Waller
Mar 9, 2017
CHESHIRE - Stephen W. Waller, 64, passed away on March 9, 2017. He was the son of the late William and Marjorie Waller. He leaves behind his best friend and wife of 43 years, Diane. She was the best, “for better or worse and in sickness & in health”, she was always right there. He also leaves behind his daughter,...
Judith A. Mahan
Mar 9, 2017
CHESHIRE - Judith A. Mahan, 76, formerly of Naugatuck, passed away Thursday, March 9, 2017 at Connecticut Hospice in Branford. Judith was born February 23, 1941 in Waterbury, the daughter of the late Franklin B. and Rita (Bartholomew) Andrew and had resided in various towns throughout her life including Southbury, Norwich, New London and most recently Cheshire. Judi had an...
Norma Papandrea
Mar 5, 2017
CHESHIRE - Norma Papandrea, 87, passed away peacefully Sunday, March 5, 2017 at home in Cheshire. She was the wife of the late Frank Papandrea who passed away in 2012. Norma was born January 20, 1930 in Meriden, the daughter of the late Sidney and Alberta (Turner) Skinner. She attended the University of Connecticut and earned a Bachelor's Degree in...
Kenneth M. Barton
Mar 4, 2017
Cheshire - Kenneth M. Barton, 73, passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Virginia (Cogle) Barton. Mr. Barton was born in Claremont, New Hampshire on February 17, 1944, a son of the late Edwin and Evelyn (Smith) Barton. From 1962 through 1966, Kenneth proudly served his country...
Florence J. Williams
Mar 4, 2017
NAUGATUCK – Mrs. Florence J. Williams, 87, passed away peacefully at her home, Saturday, March 4, 2017. She was the wife of the late James Williams who passed away in 1974. Mrs. Williams was born May 8, 1929 in Sandy Creek, NY, the daughter of the late William and Doris (James) Farmer. She moved to Beacon Falls in 1961 and...
Sidney H. Pollack
Mar 3, 2017
WALLINGFORD - Sidney H. Pollack, 85, formerly of Waterbury, Middlebury and Cheshire, passed away Friday, March 3, 2017 at Masonicare Health Center in Wallingford. Mr. Pollack was born November 18, 1931 in Scranton, PA, the son of the late Samuel and Miriam (Marris) Pollack. He was the former owner/operator of the Pie Plate restaurant. He was known as a wine...
Natalie "Lena" Schultheis
Mar 1, 2017
ROCKY HILL- Natalie “Lena” Schultheis, 91, passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at her residence with her loving husband Julius “Jerry” Schultheis, by her side for 70 years. Lena was born December 25, 1925 in Warwick, RI daughter of the late Antonio and Maria (Petrocelli) Petrarca. Lena will always be remembered for her piano playing, laughter and yodeling. She...
Grayling Gerard Bernier
Feb 26, 2017
Grayling Bernier, 56, of Waterbury and formerly of Torrington passed away Sunday, February 26, 2017 at his residence. He was born on March 16, 1960, son of the late Donald and Florida (Begley) Bernier. Grayling worked as an Orderly and was a Nurse’s Aide at St. Mary’s Hospital for over 10 years and he also drove for and delivered oxygen...
Richard W. Curtis
Feb 23, 2017
Richard W. Curtis, 73, passed peacefully on February 23, 2017 at the Hospital for Special Care in New Britain, CT. He was the husband of Claudia (German) (Green) Curtis. Richard was born on February 25, 1943 in Waterbury, CT., the son of the late William and Eleanor (Benedict) Curtis. He spent most of his life as a Connecticut resident. His...
Brenda Pawlowicz
Feb 22, 2017
CHESHIRE - Brenda (Sandy) Pawlowicz, 55, passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at her home in Cheshire. Brenda was born August 8, 1961 in Washington, DC, the daughter of Sandra J. (Howard) Sandy and the late Leslie Sandy. She was a Cheshire High School graduate class of 1980 and was a long time Cheshire resident residing for a short period...
Jacquelyn L. Crosby
Feb 20, 2017
WATERBURY – Jacquelyn L. Crosby 66, passed away Monday February 20, 2017 at Waterbury Hospital. Jacqui born February 20, 1951 in Watertown, NY, the daughter of the late Kenneth and Keitha (Mason) Frazier. Jacqui was a delightful person known for her humorous and kind personality. She strongly believed in laughter as a healing tool. She found much joy in her...
Kenneth R. Swan
Feb 20, 2017
CHESHIRE – Kenneth R. Swan, 59, passed away peacefully Monday February 20, 2017 at his home with his wife and children by his side. He was the beloved husband of Diane Castaldi. Ken was born December 24, 1957, in New Haven, the son of the late Frederick and Gloria (Frisco) Swan. He was raised in West Haven where he attended...
Kathleen 'Kathy' Kirsch
Feb 19, 2017
BETHANY- Kathleen “Kathy” Kirsch, 36, passed on, on Sunday, February 19, 2017, at her residence. She was born October 3, 1980 in Orangeburg, SC daughter of Robert and the late Kathleen A. (Conlin) Kirsch. Kathy’s love was being Aunt to her niece and nephews, while writing Poetry and music was her passion in life. Besides her father Kathy is survived...
Mary Santo
Feb 17, 2017
NAUGATUCK - Mary Santo, 90, passed away Friday, February 17, 2017 at Waterbury Hospital. She was the wife of the late Joseph Santo who passed away in 1999. Mrs. Santo was born June 29, 1926 in Bridgeport, the daughter of the late Carl and Bertha Schoenfelt. She was raised in Monroe and Bridgeport and had resided for over 50 years...
William Bormolini
Feb 16, 2017
William “Bill” Bormolini, age 92, of Livermore, CA and formerly of Southbury entered into eternal rest on Thursday February 16, 2017 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was the devoted husband of Susan (Johnson) Bormolini for over 42 years. Bill was born on April 29, 1924, in Waterbury, son of the late Joseph and Helen...
Janet M. Hale
Feb 16, 2017
CHESHIRE – Janet M. Hale, 59, passed away February 16, 2017 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain. She was the longtime companion of Joseph Maruffi. Janet was born February 27, 1957 in Southington, the daughter of the late Kenneth Ives and Mary (Allen) Hale. She was a Professional Driver for Tilcon CT Inc. recently retiring after 34...
Eric Eugene Gessner
Feb 15, 2017
NAUGATUCK- Eric Eugene Gessner, 58, passed away Wednesday February 15, 2017 at Yale New Haven Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of Deborah (Cummings) Gessner. Eric and Deb had celebrated over 28 years of marriage together, but have known each other since 2nd grade; they were friends throughout their school years and even shared a...
Jay Bontatibus
Feb 12, 2017
Jay Bontatibus, age 52, of Los Angeles, CA and formerly of Cheshire, CT entered into rest on Sunday, February 12, 2017 at St. John’s Heath Center in Santa Monica, CA. Jay was born on July 31, 1964 in Cheshire, son of Michael and Frances Bontatibus. Jay had a big heart and was fiercely loyal to his family and friends. He...
John J. Sexton
Feb 12, 2017
WATERBURY- John “Jack” J. Sexton Jr., 80, passed away Sunday, February 12, 2017 at the Cheshire House. He was the loving husband of Louise (Nelson) Sexton, whom he was married to for 54 years. Mr. Sexton was born September 26, 1936 in Waterbury son of the late John and Elizabeth (Dunn) Sexton, and stepmother Marie Sexton. Jack proudly served in...
Russell French
Feb 11, 2017
CHESHIRE- Russell French, 89, passed away, Saturday, February 11, 2017 at Apple Rehab in Middletown. He was predeceased by his wife Jane H. French in 2010 after 61 years of marriage. Russell was born May 1, 1927, the son of the late Sydney and Mabel (Gamble) French. He was a longtime Litchfield and Cheshire resident. He and his family enjoyed...
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