Obituaries

Geoffrey R. Ryan

Geoffrey R. Ryan

May 25, 2024

Prospect - Geoffrey R. Ryan passed away suddenly on Saturday, May 25, 2024. He was 38 years young and has left his family broken-hearted, but grateful for having had him bless their lives. He was a son, a brother, an uncle, and a dear friend to many. 

Geoff grew up in Cheshire, CT graduating from Cheshire High School.  At a young...

Marie Lorello

Marie Lorello

May 23, 2024

Marie (Pezzullo) Lorello, age 94, of Cheshire entered into rest on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at Elim Park Rehabilitation Center after a long illness with her loving family by her side.  She was the devoted wife of the late Charles Robert “Chuck” Lorello for over 68 years until his passing in 2021.  Marie was born on January 12, 1930 in...

Joan Walk

Joan Walk

May 22, 2024

Joan Elizabeth Walk Loving mother and grandmother New Marlborough, MA Joan Elizabeth Walk was born on August 6, 1943 and died unexpectedly on May 22, 2024 at the age of 80. Joan was predeceased by her mother, Teresa (Teleisha) Mazilauskas, her father, Edward T. Mazilauskas, and her brother, Edward Mazilauskas. Joan worked as a teacher at the Kolburne School for...

Susan Mary Pelliccia

Susan Mary Pelliccia

May 18, 2024

Susan Mary Pelliccia (Integlia), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend passed away peacefully on May 18, 2024 at the age of 79. Susan was born in New Haven, CT to the late Gladys and Peter Integlia, and most recently resided in Naugatuck, CT.She is predeceased by her son Jason, who she loved dearly, always carrying on his legacy...

Linda C. Burkus

Linda C. Burkus

May 15, 2024

Naugatuck – Linda C. Burkus, 79, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at Waterbury Hospital.

Linda was born March 11, 1945, in Waterbury, the daughter of the late Victor and Esther (Caroll) Burkus. She was a Registered Nurse at Waterbury Hospital until her retirement in 1990 from the nursing profession.

Linda is survived by many friends including Richard Cignotti.  In addition...

Carol Mansolf

Carol Mansolf

May 15, 2024

Carol Ann Mansolf November 18, 1944 - May 15, 2024 Carol Ann Mansolf, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend peacefully transitioned to the next phase of her journey, with her loving family by her side, on May 15, 2024. Carol was born on November 18, 1944 to late Charles Marchand and Mary J. (Belonick) Gwizd. She was...

Joseph J. Gilgallon Jr.

Joseph J. Gilgallon Jr.

May 10, 2024

CHESHIRE - Joseph "Joe" Gilgallon, Jr. passed away on May 10, 2024 at Yale New Haven Hospital, surrounded by his loved ones, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was the devoted husband of Karen (Zembko) Gilgallon for over 29 years until her passing in 2021.

Joe was born on April 24, 1961, in Meriden, son of the late Sandra (Moody)...

Howard Vagt

Howard Vagt

May 7, 2024

Naugatuck, CT Howard C. Vagt (Skipper), 95, husband of Mary Jane (Kovaleski) Vagt, died peacefully on May 7, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Howard was born on August 21, 1928, in Waterbury, CT, a son of the late Charles D. and Emma (Kaschel) Vagt. Howard graduated from Naugatuck High School and Waterbury State Technical College. He...

Patricia Ann Collins

Patricia Ann Collins

May 6, 2024

Patricia Ann Collins, 86, of Cheshire, beloved wife of 65 years to George E. Collins, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2024 with her entire family by her side. Patricia was born on December 2, 1937, in Waterbury, CT to the late Patrick and Mary Murphy.

Patricia enjoyed sewing and knitting and made sure that all her children and grandchildren had...

John Edward Guetens Jr.

John Edward Guetens Jr.

May 6, 2024

CHESHIRE – John Edward Guetens Jr(Jack), 95, passed away Monday, May 6, 2024, at Regency House Health & Rehabilitation Center in Wallingford. He was the husband of the late Evelyn (Mawhinney) Guetens.

Mr. Guetens was born September 20, 1928, in West Haven, son of the late John Edward Sr. and Constance (Liotard) Guetens. He was a retired purchasing manager for O.F....

Robert G. Daisomont Sr.

Robert G. Daisomont Sr.

May 6, 2024

Robert G. Daisomont Sr., age 95, of Waterbury and formerly of New Fairfield and Punta Gorda, FL, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024 at Southington Care Center.  He was the devoted husband of the late Mabel J. (Jamael) Daisomont for over 65 years until her passing in 2021.  Robert was born on October 28, 1928 in New York City,...

Margaret Mary "Peggy" Valencis

Margaret Mary "Peggy" Valencis

May 6, 2024

Mrs. Margaret Mary “Peggy” (O’Dea) Valencis, 93 of Cheshire passed away Monday May 6, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late Walter J. Valencis.

Peggy was born July 2, 1930 in Waterbury, a daughter of the late Michael and Nellie (Bresnahan) O’Dea and was a longtime Cheshire resident. She was a graduate of...

Raymond A. Ismail

Raymond A. Ismail

May 5, 2024

Raymond A. Ismail of Fort Pierce Florida formerly of Watertown Connecticut passed away peacefully after a brief illness on May 5th 2024. He was born April 1st 1937 in Cheshire Ct. son of the late Ramadan and Cecile Ismail. Ray was a Korean War Veteran with the United States Air Force.

Ray was predeceased by his wife of 59 years Betty...

Denise Berardi

Denise Berardi

May 5, 2024

Naugatuck, CT; Denise M. Berardi, 58, died unexpectedly on May 5, 2024 at Waterbury Hospital. Denise was born September 9, 1965 in Waterbury, CT the daughter of Lorraine (Bellemare) Berardi and the late Anthony “Brud” Berardi, Jr. Denise was a lifelong Naugatuck resident, attended local schools and graduated from Naugatuck High School. Denise enjoyed gardening, being a caretaker and spending...

Valerie (Swenor) (McCann) Dixon

Valerie (Swenor) (McCann) Dixon

May 1, 2024

DELAND, FL – Mrs. Valerie (Swenor) (McCann) Dixon, 67, of Deland, FL, wife of the late Chuck Dixon and daughter of Katie and Albert Fleck of Naugatuck and the late Theron Swenor, passed away May 1, 2024 in Deland, FL. 

 Valerie was born in Middlebury, VT on May 27, 1956 and attended schools in Naugatuck, CT. Besides her parents of Naugatuck,...

Anna Maria Pito

Anna Maria Pito

May 1, 2024

CHESHIRE- It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Anna Maria Pito (Maffettone) age 92, on May 1st 2024. Anna Maria was born in Naples, Italy, December 16, 1931, and married Dr. Vincent John Pito in 1958. Shortly after their marriage they moved to the United States to start a family and where Vincent began practicing medicine....

Frances B. Barriault

Frances B. Barriault

May 1, 2024

Frances B. Barriault, age 74, of Waterbury, entered into rest on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at St. Mary’s Hospital.  Frances was born on July 24, 1949 in Waterbury, daughter of the late Ernest Ziegler and Hazel (Rassiga) Yakulevich. 

Frances was a lifelong Waterbury resident and attended local schools, graduating from John F. Kennedy High School, Class of 1967.   She worked...

Branden S. Hutchinson

Branden S. Hutchinson

Apr 30, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Branden Scott Hutchinson.

Born to Colleen and Jeffrey Hutchinson, Branden grew up in Venice, Florida. He spent his youth traveling, boating, and camping with his family. He participated in many sports throughout his childhood including soccer, sailing, and pole vaulting. 

After graduating from Cardinal Mooney High School in Sarasota, FL, Branden...

Carol Robillard

Carol Robillard

Apr 29, 2024

Carol Robillard “Her family was her greatest joy” Naugatuck, CT Carol Robillard, 72, wife of Elmer Robillard, died peacefully on April 29, 2024 at her home surrounded by loving family. Carol was born on September 3, 1951 in New Brunswick, Canada a daughter of the late Wilfred and Mary (Travis) Markey. Carol graduated from Shelton High School and worked for...

Dr. Gerald "Jerry" Labriola

Dr. Gerald "Jerry" Labriola

Apr 28, 2024

Dr. Gerald “Jerry” Labriola, 92, passed away Sunday, April 28th, 2024. He was the beloved husband of the late Lois (Follett) Labriola. Dr. Labriola was born on December 12, 1931, in Waterbury, the son of the late Pasquale and Rose (Famularo) Labriola. A lifelong Naugatuck resident, he graduated from Naugatuck High School, Class of 1949, Yale University, Class of 1953,...