Obituaries

Earle Sterling Iii

Earle Sterling Iii

Aug 20, 2022

Naugatuck, CT Earle H. Sterling, III, 69, husband of the late Nancy (Tuohy) Sterling, died peacefully on August 20, 2022 at St. Mary’s Hospital. Earle was born October 2, 1952 in Detroit, MI son of the late Earle H. and Jenny (Whitley) Sterling, II. Earle lived in Naugatuck for over 30 years and retired as an auditor from the State...

Charlan Kay Walston

Charlan Kay Walston

Aug 19, 2022

 

Charlan Kay Walston, age 71, of Cape Coral, FL and formerly Cheshire entered into rest on Friday, August 19, 2022 at Cape Coral Hospital.  She was the devoted wife of the late Edwin D. “Ed” Walston for over 38 years until his passing in 2016.  Charlan was born on August 30, 1950 in Elgin, IA, daughter of the late...

Vincent Eugene Tranquilli

Vincent Eugene Tranquilli

Aug 18, 2022

Vincent Eugene “Bobo” Tranquilli, 73, passed away at his home, on August 18, 2022. He was born April 23, 1949 in New Haven, CT to Thomas and Beatrice Tranquilli. Vinny grew up in West Haven, CT but has lived the past 53 years of his life in Cheshire. He worked for numerous printing companies and was renowned for his lithography...

Beth Phillips

Beth Phillips

Aug 16, 2022

Berlin, CT Beth Ann Phillips passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving siblings and long-time partner on Tuesday, August 16, 2022. Beth was born August 21, 1956 in Waterbury, the daughter of the late Eugene and Elizabeth (Huber) Phillips. She grew up in Vernon, CT and graduated from Rockville High School in 1974. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts...

Jane C. Loder

Jane C. Loder

Aug 15, 2022

Jane C. Loder, 85, of Cheshire, beloved wife of the late John R. Loder, passed away at her home on August 15, 2022. Jane was born on April 8, 1937 in Patterson, NJ to the late Robert and Mabel Wasmer.

Jane graduated from Patterson State Teachers College in 1959 with a degree in education. She worked as a nursery school/kindergarten...

Thomas Veillette

Thomas Veillette

Aug 11, 2022

Kingston, NY Thomas J. “TJ” Veillette, 45, formerly of Naugatuck, CT, died unexpectedly on August 11, 2022 at his home. TJ was born August 27, 1976 in Waterbury, CT son of Diane Veillette Obar and the late Thomas McGuire. TJ was raised in Naugatuck, CT where he graduated from Naugatuck High School. TJ lived in Naugatuck all of his life...

Donald Towne

Donald Towne

Aug 9, 2022

Donald Towne, age 68, passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2022. Donald was born on October 27, 1953 in New Milford, CT to Alice (Matthews) Towne and the late Howard Towne, Sr. Donald leaves behind his mother, Alice Towne; daughter, Kellie Muccino of Middlebury; son, Duane Muccino of Naugatuck; grandsons, Ryan and John of Middlebury, and a granddaughter Jordyn Avallone...

Leon J. Richard Sr.

Leon J. Richard Sr.

Aug 9, 2022

EAST HARTFORD - Leon J. Richard Sr., 79, formerly of Cheshire, passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at MidState Medical Center. He was the husband of Darlene (Dibkey) Richard and the late Gail (Rabideau) Richard. Mr. Richard was born October 24, 1942, in Waterbury, the son of the late Frederick and Gladys (French) Richard. He was the Owner and...

Christine M. Wellins

Christine M. Wellins

Aug 8, 2022

CHESHIRE- Christine Mary Wellins, 74, passed away Monday, August 8, 2022 at Mid-State Medical Center in Meriden surrounded by her loving husband, son and daughter. She was the wife of Neal B. Wellins. Chris was born April 24, 1948, in New Britain, CT, daughter of the late John (“Jack”) E. and Eileen (Flynn) O’Keefe. Chris graduated from Mount St. Joseph...

Phoebe J. Drown

Phoebe J. Drown

Aug 8, 2022

NAUGATUCK - Phoebe J. Drown, 82, passed away on Monday, August 8, 2022, at her home surrounded by her family and friends. Mrs. Drown was born December 26, 1939, in Naugatuck, the daughter of (the late) David and Dena (Christensen) Ostrom. Phoebe was a special woman that made an impact on everyone she met. Her ever-loving tenacious spirit got her...

Audrey Lumis

Audrey Lumis

Aug 7, 2022

NAUGATUCK - Audrey Lumis, 91, passed away on Sunday, August 7, 2022, at the Glendale Center. Ms. Lumis was born July 27, 1931, in Derby, the daughter of the late Elmore and Myrtle (King) Lumis. She was an Office Manager in the Telemarketing Industry and retired in 2013 after 30 years of employment. She lived the majority of her life...

Jane  Anne Loveless

Jane Anne Loveless

Aug 7, 2022

Jane Anne Loveless, 88, passed peacefully on August 7, 2022 surrounded by her adoring family. Jane was a devoted wife to her predeceased husband of 60 years, Frederick Charles Loveless and a loving mother to her three daughters. Jane was born on March 10,1934 to Ralph and Dorothy (Marceau) Adams in Ogdensburg, New York, a picturesque town nestled on the...

Armando Urbano

Armando Urbano

Aug 5, 2022

CHESHIRE - Armando Urbano, 89, passed away on Friday, August 5, 2022, at his home. He was the beloved husband of Maria (Riccio) Urbano. Mr. Urbano was born June 15, 1933, in Ruviano, Italy, the son of the late Giacomo and Angelina (Califano) Urbano. From farming in Italy before coming to the United States in 1966, Armando took pride in...

Hamilton Russell Bristol Jr.

Hamilton Russell Bristol Jr.

Aug 4, 2022

Hamilton Russell Bristol Jr., age 88, of Cheshire passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2022 at VITAS at St. Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury. He was the devoted and loving husband of Charlotte (Hanning) Bristol for over 62 years. Russ was born on March 22, 1934, son of the late Hamilton R. Bristol Sr. and Emily (Hiley) Bristol. Russell and his...

Maureen D'Averso

Maureen D'Averso

Aug 4, 2022

Beacon Falls, CT Maureen J. D’Averso, 77, widow of Michael J. D’Averso, Sr., died peacefully on August 4, 2022 at Waterbury Hospital surrounded by loving family. Maureen was born June 8, 1945 in Waterbury, CT daughter of the late Rudolph and Katherine (Sabia) Heller. Maureen was raised in Beacon Falls and graduated from Naugatuck High School and Waterbury Hospital School...

Louis Anthony Amici

Louis Anthony Amici

Aug 2, 2022

Louis Anthony Amici, 61 of Waterbury, passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Louis was born March 10, 1961 in Waterbury, CT, son of the late Dick and Mary (Duffy) Amici. He was a graduate of Holy Cross High School, earned his undergraduate degree from Manhattanville College and his Master’s Degree in...

Maureen Gotay

Maureen Gotay

Aug 1, 2022

Maureen M. Gotay “Ultimate mother, wife & friend” Watertown, CT Maureen M. (Ford) Gotay, 56, loving wife of Ricardo M. Gotay, M.D., and superhero mom to Rebecca and Gillian, died peacefully surrounded by the love of her family and friends on August 1, 2022 at home. Maureen was born September 6, 1965 in Waterbury, CT daughter of Raymond Ford and...

Frances C. Doherty

Frances C. Doherty

Aug 1, 2022

CHESHIRE - Frances C. Doherty, 96, passed away on Monday, August 1, 2022. She was the wife of the late James Doherty Sr., the love of her life, who passed away in 2013. Mrs. Doherty was born December 3, 1925, in Bernardsville, NJ, the daughter of the late Henry and Cecelia (Hjertzpe) Steffens. She was a longtime Cheshire resident where...

Donald G. Carter

Donald G. Carter

Jul 31, 2022

PROSPECT - Donald G. Carter, 62, passed away on Sunday, July 31, 2022, at Hartford Hospital. Don was born March 18, 1960, in Waterbury; the son of George Carter and the late Margaret (Bronson) Carter. He was employed by the Cheshire Board of Education and served in the maintenance division for 25 years. Besides his father, he is survived by...

Maureen Spagnola

Maureen Spagnola

Jul 30, 2022

CHESHIRE - Maureen (Furlong) Spagnola, 90, passed away Saturday, July 29, 2022 at Livewell in Southington. She was the wife of Theodore “Ted” Spagnola. Mrs. Spagnola was born November 29, 1931, in Waterbury, daughter of the late William and Margaret (O’Keefe) Furlong. Mrs. Spagnola was a graduate of Waterbury Catholic High and Post Junior College. She retired from Colonial Bank/Bank...