Obituaries

Kenneth R. Swan

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

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...

Lillian Hanson

Lillian Hanson

Feb 19, 2017

Naugatuck, CT Lillian A. (Scheithe) (Fatek) Hanson, 99, the widow of Edward Hanson, died peacefully on Sunday, February 19, 2017 at her home. Lillian was born in Union City, CT the daughter of the late William and Ethel (Royle) Scheithe and had lived in Naugatuck all of her life. She was a retired employee of the footwear division of Uniroyal,...

Helen Bazarian

Helen Bazarian

Feb 17, 2017

Waterbury, CT Helen “Buzz” Bazarian, 92, died peacefully on Friday, February 17, 2017 at Glendale Center in Naugatuck. Helen was born on May 29, 1924 in Waterbury, CT a daughter of the late Minas and Marie (Krekorian) Bazarian and was a lifelong Waterbury resident. Helen is a graduate of Crosby High School and the University of Connecticut. Helen retired from...

Mary Santo

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

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...

Estelle Stevenson

Estelle Stevenson

Feb 16, 2017

Waterbury, CT Estelle B. Stevenson, award winning real estate agent, active volunteer with Boy Scout Troop 3 and Cub Scout Pack 39, as well as Our Lady of Mount Carmel School and bingo hall, long time promoter of constitutional preservation, and devoted mother and grandmother, died peacefully on January 16, at Yale New Haven Hospital. Born in Waterbury, Estelle graduated...

Janet M. Hale

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

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

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

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...

Mei-Chi Sarin

Mei-Chi Sarin

Feb 12, 2017

Mei-Chi “Mickey” Sarin 1947-2017 Mei-Chi "Mickey" Sarin, 69, passed away Sunday, February 12, 2017 in Sugar Land, TX. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Robert Noah Sarin; her daughters Mei-Ling and Shana; and siblings. Mickey was known for her kindness, and sweet soul. A memorial services was held at the Bellaire United Methodist Chapel on Saturday, February...

Russell French

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...

James Archambault

James Archambault

Feb 11, 2017

Cheshire - James Archambault, 74 passed away at his home on Saturday, February 11, 2017. He was the beloved husband of Kristina (Hosko) Archambault. Mr. Archambault was born on May 2, 1942 in Waterbury, a son of the late Louis E. Archambault Sr. and Ruth (Garrigus) Archambault. He attended Wolcott schools and graduated from Wilby High School. He received his...

Emilia D'Alessandro

Emilia D'Alessandro

Feb 11, 2017

Waterbury, CT Emilia D’Alessandro, 75, died peacefully Saturday, February 11, 2017 at her home. Emilia was born on April 17, 1941 in Italy, a daughter of the late Amedeo and Luigina (Fratelli) Pecorale and had lived in Waterbury for the past 56 years, where she worked as a seamstress in the bridal industry. Her greatest joy was spending time with...

Deryl Dunnuck

Deryl Dunnuck

Feb 11, 2017

Naugatuck, CT Deryl G. Dunnuck, 91, the husband of Ann (Velich) Dunnuck, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at Wolcott View Manor. Deryl was born on April 19, 1925 in Indianapolis, IN the son of the late Robert and Ilva (Detweiler) Dunnuck. Deryl worked as a service manager for Remington Rand and as the warehouse manager for Perkin...

Michael Ceresa

Michael Ceresa

Feb 11, 2017

MICHAEL CERESA Michael Ceresa, age 67, a longtime resident of Prospect, beloved husband of Ann (Spadolino) Ceresa, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, February 11th. Mr. Ceresa was born November 19, 1949 in Bridgeport, CT to the late Emile and Edna (Hulse) Ceresa and was a graduate of Warren Harding High School, class of 1967. Michael is survived...

Arthur K. Schneider

Arthur K. Schneider

Feb 8, 2017

Wolcott - Arthur K. Schneider, 70, passed away on Wednesday February 8, 2017 at his home. He was born in Schenectady, NY on April 27, 1946. Arthur spent all of his life in Connecticut. Arthur is survived by his beloved partner of 16 years, Susan Proto, and her 2 sons, Jonathan and Matthew. He is also survived by his brother,...

John A. Nacunas

John A. Nacunas

Feb 8, 2017

NAUGATUCK- Mr. John A. Nacunas, 92 of Naugatuck, passed away Wednesday Feb. 8, 2017 at the Apple Rehab of Watertown. He was the husband of the late Alice (Hoppe) Nacunas who passed away in 1998 after 47 years of marriage. Mr. Nacunas was born in Waterbury. July 27, 1924, a son of the late Anthony and Josephine (Bositis) Nacunas and...

Loretta Cindy Clarke

Loretta Cindy Clarke

Feb 8, 2017

Loretta Cindy Clarke, age 58, of York, PA and formerly of the Cheshire Hamden area, entered into rest on Wednesday, February 8, 2017 at the Wellspan York Hospital. Loretta was born on December 22, 1958 in Hamden, CT, daughter of the late Foster and Ethel (Hurlburt) Clarke. She was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother, and her grandchildren were...