Obituaries

Henry J. Grauer

Henry J. Grauer

Jan 13, 2026

CHESHIRE — Henry J. Grauer, 85, of Cheshire, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, at The Summit at Plantsville.

Henry was born on June 30, 1940, in Yonkers, New York, the son of the late Henry and Mary (Downer) Grauer. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, a commitment to service that remained a defining part...

Michael F. Donovan

Michael F. Donovan

Jan 13, 2026

NAUGATUCK – Michael F. Donovan, 70, passed away on January 13, 2026, at his home in Naugatuck, CT.  He shared many years of marriage with his wife Darlene Donovan, who preceded him in death. In recent years, Michael found companionship and comfort in the loyal presence of his best friend Hank the dog.

Michael was born on February 16, 1955, in...

Rose F. Young

Rose F. Young

Jan 13, 2026

NAUGATUCK - Rose (Carbone) Young passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, at VITAS, St. Mary's Hospital, Waterbury, CT, after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Philip W. Young, who passed away on April 23, 2025, after 60 years of marriage.

Rose was born on June 12, 1943, in New...

John Perrotti, Jr.,

John Perrotti, Jr.,

Jan 12, 2026

Cheshire - John Perrotti, Jr., 83, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 12, 2026, at MidState Medical Center with his family by his side. He was the devoted husband and best friend of Patricia M. (Puchalski) Perrotti.

John was born March 28, 1942, in New Haven, the son of the late John and Anna (DeLucia) Perrotti Sr. In addition to his...

Susan J. Koehler

Susan J. Koehler

Jan 12, 2026

Susan J. “Suzy” Koehler, 78, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026, at her home in Cheshire, CT, surrounded by her loving family.Born on May 26, 1947, in Brooklyn, NY, Suzy was the daughter of Howard and Theresa Yost. She was predeceased by her husband of 49 years, David R. Koehler. Suzy is survived by her beloved children: David and...

Thomas R. Goszewski

Thomas R. Goszewski

Jan 12, 2026

West Hartford — Thomas Raymond Goszewski, 40, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026, at his home.

Tom was born on August 16, 1985, in Merrillville, Indiana, the son of Susan (Jeffries) Goszewski and the late Thomas Goszewski. He was employed as a Regional Sales Manager for 90 Degree Benefits. Tom graduated from Cheshire High School in 2004 and continued his...

Sandra W. Hansen

Sandra W. Hansen

Jan 7, 2026

Waterbury – Sandra W. Hansen, 91, beloved wife of the late Arthur R. Hansen, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026.

Sandra was born January 22, 1934, in Hartford, to the late Lyle W. and Ethel (Sandin) Wright. Sandra was a member of the First Congregational Church in Southington enjoying outings and functions with her church friends. She was also a...

Matthew A. Erickson II

Matthew A. Erickson II

Jan 7, 2026

It is with great sadness and broken hearts that the family of Matthew A. Erickson II, age 68, of Naugatuck, CT, share the news of his unexpected passing on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. He was the loving husband of 44 years to Donna Gibson Erickson.

Matt was born on December 3, 1957, to the late Alyce (Van der Maelen) and Ernest...

Joyce Mohni

Joyce Mohni

Jan 3, 2026

New Milford - Joyce Mohni, 79, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Waterbury Hospital after a long illness. 

Joyce was born December 1, 1946 in Mount Vernon, New York, the daughter of the late Alfred and Antoinette (Vigliotti) Pizzarello. A devoted mother, she spent the formative years of her children’s lives at home. Professionally, she worked for many years...

Judith A. Crosby

Judith A. Crosby

Jan 3, 2026

Derby - Judith A. Crosby, 79, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Yale New Haven Hospital. She was the wife of the late Robert P. Crosby. 

Mrs. Crosby was born September 21, 1946, in Wethersfield, CT, the daughter of the late Edmund and Doris (Buell) Greene. She was an avid Red Sox fan who loved music, horses, and sunflowers.

She...

Sheila Evelyn Miller

Sheila Evelyn Miller

Jan 2, 2026

Sheila Evelyn Miller, 75, a long-time resident of Cheshire peacefully passed on Friday, January 2, 2026, at the Jerome Home in New Britain. She was the devoted wife of the late Dale Charles Miller for 34 years until his passing in 2007. Sheila was born on October 1, 1950, in Bronx, NY, daughter of the late Abraham W. and Henrietta...

James H. Alexander

James H. Alexander

2026

James H. Alexander, a longtime resident of Waterbury and Southington, passed away at the age of 92 at his home in Southington. James was the only son of the late James Deran Alexander and Helen Maude Good Alexander. He died at home from an extended illness.

He attended Russell Elementary School and Crosby High School. He played basketball and baseball for...

Lawrence J. Mambrino

Lawrence J. Mambrino

Dec 30, 2025

Lawrence J. Mambrino, age 96, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025, in Palm Beach, Florida. He was born in Naugatuck, Connecticut on October 30, 1929. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Roberta Mambrino, who passed away in June 2025.

Lawrence proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Following his military service, he spent his career...

Brian Morel

Brian Morel

Dec 27, 2025

Brian Morel, 70, of Waterbury, passed away on December 27, 2025. He was born on June 25, 1955 in Waterbury, to the late Robert and Joby-Ann Morel.

Brian is survived by his brother, Stephen Morel; nieces, Danielle Morel and Leah Morel; great nephews, Mason Lawton, Tristian Hubbard and Cameron Bitzco and great nieces, Solara Luna and Brianna Regalado, He was predeceased...

Mary M. Hughes

Mary M. Hughes

Dec 27, 2025

Cheshire - Mary M. Hughes, 61, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at her family home.

Mary was born March 29, 1964, in New Haven, the daughter of the late Thomas H. and Rita (Garvey) Hughes Jr.

Mary grew up in Cheshire and attended public schools in her hometown, graduating from Cheshire High School in 1982. She then earned an undergraduate...

Flavia Sullivan

Flavia Sullivan

Dec 27, 2025

Flavia (Kinney) Sullivan, 91, of Naugatuck, beloved wife of the late Martin F. Sullivan passed away peacefully at her home on December 27, 2025. She was born in Waterbury to the late John Patrick and Flavian (Brennan) Kinney.

Flavia, or “Sue” as she was known to her family, led a life of unwavering devotion to family and friends. She grew up...

Stephen J. Litke

Stephen J. Litke

Dec 25, 2025

Naugatuck, CT —   Stephen J. Litke, 73, loving husband of Nancy (Edmondson) Litke, passed away on December 25, 2025, surrounded by his devoted family.

Steve was born on September 12, 1952, in Waterbury, CT, the son of the late Harold A. and Margaret “Peggy” (DeVico) Litke. A lifelong Naugatuck resident, Steve graduated from Naugatuck High School, Class of 1970, and earned...

Rosemarie Lembo

Rosemarie Lembo

Dec 22, 2025

East Haven - Rosemarie Lembo, 81, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2025, at Yale New Haven Hospital, St. Raphael Campus.

Rosie was born July 19, 1944, in New Haven, the daughter of the late James and Carmela (Penta) Lembo. She was a graduate of Wilbur Cross High School.

She is survived by her sister Barbara Consolo (Tony); her nieces Lucy Freeman...

Gail A. Egan

Gail A. Egan

Dec 22, 2025

Gail A. (White) Egan, 83, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, in Cheshire, CT.

Gail is survived by her children, Janice Egan of Wallingford, CT, Joanne Chapdelaine of Wallingford, CT, Patrick (Lisa) Egan of New Haven, CT, and her sister Judith Souza of Dighton, MA. She was grandmother to Thomas Chapdelaine, Sarah Chapdelaine, Maggie Egan, Olivia Egan, and great-grandmother of...

Daniel J. Rado

Daniel J. Rado

Dec 20, 2025

Micco, FL - Daniel Joseph Rado, 79, formerly of Naugatuck, passed away peacefully December 20, 2025, in the comfort of his home. He was the husband of the late Gloria Frances (Devito) Rado, who passed away in 2016. They were married for 30 years.

Mr. Rado was born May 27, 1946, in Waterbury, the son of the late Daniel Joseph Rado...