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Stanley Salinsky, 83 of Meriden, CT passed away after a brief illness on 3/23/2025. Services were held privately. Donations can be made to: VA CT Healthcare System, Attn: CDCE/Voluntary Service, 555 Willard Ave., Newington, CT 06111.

William A. Thody Sr., 95, beloved husband of 74 years to Joan (Nenninger) Thody passed away on February 6, 2025. Bill was born in Durham and was the son of the late William H. and Helen (Banta) Thody. Besides his wife Joan, he leaves behind four children and their spouses. Bill (Gail) Thody of Colchester, Frank "Bruce" (Debbie) Thody of Durham, Bonnie (Doug) Stender of Durham and Ronald (Lori) of Southington, Eight Grandchildren, Several Great Grandchildren, brothers Robert and Amil Thody and sister Helen Hepp. Bill retired over 30 years ago and was a long-standing member of The International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 478. He and his wife, Joan loved traveling the U.S. from...

Richard D. Parker, 82 of Moodus, beloved husband of Carol (Sipples) Parker, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 9, 2024, at his residence with his family at his side. He was born in Laconia, N.H., son of the late Richard N. and Edna (Moulton) Parker. He graduated from Nathan Hale-Ray High School, class of 1960. He was a dedicated alumni who gave back to the school system for over 60 years. He was a founding member of the Nathan Hale-Ray High School Alumnus Association and Nathan Hale-Ray High School Sports Hall of Fame. He was a very proud member of Nathan Hale-Ray High School Boys Soccer Team especially during the 1958 season where he was identified as one of the "Zero Boys". He...

On Saturday, December 7, 2024, his 81st birthday, Salvatore J. Monarca of Un-casville, passed away, and received the greatest birthday gift he could have, and was reunited with the love of his life, his late wife Barbara (Randall) Monarca. Sal grew up in Middletown and was a long-time resident of Middletown, Col-chester and Lebanon. He was a veteran serving with the Army National Guard. Prior to his retirement, he was the Director of Facilities with Mediplex of Weth-ersfield. He was the son of the late, Joseph S. Monarca, and Esther (Misenti) Monarca. He married Barbara in 1965, and they were inspiring examples of how to live a life of fun, laughter, and love to their two children Kelly...

Susan Hale, 81, of Niantic, and formerly of Killingworth, peacefully entered perpetual rest on Thursday December 5, 2024 with family by her side. Susan was predeceased in January 2023 by her beloved husband of 52 years, Gary L Hale. Susan also was predeceased by her brother, Grove F. Steele of Haddam, and her parents Grove F Steele and Hilda G Hendrickson Steele of New Britain. Susan earned a BS in Early Education from Central CT State College and was employed by the State of CT Department of Labor until her retirement in 1999. In retirement, Susan traveled often with Gary, visiting relatives and many interesting places throughout the United States and Europe. Susan's affable nature and...

Helen (Swol) Malicki, 86, of Hamden formerly of Wallingford, died Wednesday November 6, 2024 at St. Raphael Hospital, New Haven. She was born in Portland on November 6, 1938, the daughter of the late John P. Swol, Sr., and Zaza (Wilcox) Swol. Prior to her retirement, Helen was as administrative assistant in the construction field. Helen is survived by her daughters, Deborah Malicki of Hamden, and Susan Turner and her husband Robert of Meriden; sisters, Barbara Cappello, and Sandra Glasser; also several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers, John Swol, Jr. and Paul J. Swol; and a sister, Janet Hirsch. Funeral services are private and burial in Calvary Cemetery, Middletown,...

Reverend Dr. Paul David Krampitz, 65, of Cromwell, husband of Paula (Pawlowski) Krampitz, died Wednesday September 18, 2024, as result of injuries sustained from a motorcycle accident. He was born in Meriden, the son of Ferdinand "Fritz" and Esther (Brenner) Krampitz of North Haven. Paul served with the US Army and then went on to graduate from Yale Divinity School and Hartford Seminary, where he received his Doctor of Ministry degree. He also completed a year of study at the Lutheran School of Theology at Philadelphia. Before becoming Pastor of Bethany Lutheran Church in Cromwell, he served congregations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Paul is a past Dean of the Southern CT and Central CT...

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Jerome F. McGee, age 88, of Middletown, CT. Jerome passed away peacefully at his home, with his family by his side, on Thursday, September 12, 2024. He is predeceased by his loving wife of 61 years Suzanne Marie Larson McGee. Born to the late Jerome V. McGee and the late Phyllis Oat McGee, Jerome lived a life filled with love, dedication, and family. Jerome (also known as Jerry or Micky) had an outgoing and fun-loving spirit. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends at the shorelines of Old Saybrook, CT, Guilford, CT and Wilbur-by-Sea, Fla. He enjoyed golfing and was an avid Boston Red Sox & Boston Celtics fan. He is...

John Louis Gombotz, 85, of Middletown, beloved husband of Susan (Maltese) Gombotz, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at Hartford Hospital. Born in New Britain, John was the son of the late Frank and Lena (Hadel) Gombotz. He graduated from New Britain High School and later earned his engineering degree from the University of Hartford followed by an MBA from UCONN. John dedicated many years of his career to CL & P and Yankee Gas, where he worked as district general manager for over 39 years before retiring. He was an active member of the Berlin Inland Wetlands committee and on the board of Call Before you Dig organizations. John was also...

Dr. Charles Hughston Whitaker, Jr., 59, passed away on August 20th at Middlesex Hospital surrounded by his loved ones. He died of complications from an aggressive gastric cancer diagnosed 5 months ago. He was born in Monroe, Louisiana and had a wonderful childhood where playing football, painting, and learning guitar were favorite pastimes. He attended the University of Louisiana at Monroe and then Louisiana State University School of Medicine. He did his residency and fellowship training at LSU, UAB, Yale, and UConn before becoming a neuromuscular neurologist at the Hospital for Special Care in New Britain. He has practiced medicine for the past thirty years. His sincere devotion to his...

Joseph M. Geruch Jr., 72, peacefully passed away on July 8th, 2024 after courageously fighting pancreatic cancer for over 14 months. He is survived by his three daughters, Shelly Thompson and her husband Tom of Higganum, Sherry Mucik and her fianc? Michael D'Aresta of Higganum, and, Amanda Newland and her husband Richard of Southington, grandchildren, Emily and Ryan Thompson, Nicholas Boynton, and Trip and Jake Newland. He also leaves behind many loving nieces and nephews. Joe, or as he was known to many in his family as Poppy, was known for his great sense of humor and easy-going personality. He loved to spend all day tinkering in the yard or the garage. Joe was predeceased by the...

Dr. Anne Marie (Lizotte) Niccoli, 71, of Griswold, beloved wife of Arthur "Nick" P. Niccoli, passed away on Saturday June 8, 2024, in Griswold. She was born in Hartford, the daughter of the late Alfred J. and Angelina (Thibodeau) Lizotte. From a young age, her love for learning was apparent. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Business (with a triple major in psychology and sociology), followed by a Masters in Psychology (with a double major in school guidance counseling). Anne capped off her educational pursuits with a Doctorate in Education, which she was especially proud of. She was inquisitive and loved everything about the process, the research and the findings. She took great...

Erik Orlando Col?n, an incredibly devoted son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and Ti?, passed away after a short illness on June 7, 2024. Erik was the light of any room he was in. He was loved and loved deeply for every one of his 45 years and will be missed by all who knew him. Born October 3, 1978, in Farmington, Maine, he is survived by mother Susan Dearborn, father Jose Col?n, sister Monica (Col?n) Wilson, brother-in-law Daniel Wilson, nephew Alex (A) Wilson & niece Julia Wilson; step family - Chris Rouleau, wife Shelly Nolan (Audrey), Kate Downey (Mikey and Maryn), Liz Anderson, husband Gregg (Jake and Zach) & Diana Saavedra, husband Levi (Eva and Olivia). He was loved as a...

Erik Orlando Col?n, an incredibly devoted son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and Ti?, passed away after a short illness on June 7, 2024. Erik was the light of any room he was in. He was loved and loved deeply for every one of his 45 years and will be missed by all who knew him. Born October 3, 1978, in Farmington, Maine, he is survived by mother Susan Dearborn, father Jose Col?n, sister Monica (Col?n) Wilson, brother-in-law Daniel Wilson, nephew Alex (A) Wilson & niece Julia Wilson; step family - Chris Rouleau, wife Shelly Nolan (Audrey), Kate Downey (Mikey and Maryn), Liz Anderson, husband Gregg (Jake and Zach) & Diana Saavedra, husband Levi (Eva and Olivia). He was loved as a...

Kenneth Crompton, 64, of Middlefield, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Middletown, son of the late E. Charles and Pauline (Winters) Crompton. Prior to his retirement, Ken was the Service Manager for Daniels Energy, in Portland where he was a dedicated employee for 45 years. Ken is survived by his son, Kevin Crompton of Middlefield; daughter, Kasey Traggianese and her husband Matt; sister, Karen Martel and her husband Marc of Rockfall; brother, Jim Crompton and his girlfriend, Laura of Middletown; girlfriend, Justine Kleczkowski of Rockfall; as well as many nieces and nephews. Ken was...

Emily Sarah D'Andrea, 42, of Middletown, died Friday May 17, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family and her little dog Ollie. Emily was born in South Korea, and through a series of unlikely and serendipitous events she became the youngest child of Robert and Judith D'Andrea and the younger sister of Jennifer, Benjamin, and Jonathan. Emily graduated from Danbury High School and The Katherine Gibbs School, and she earned her bachelor's degree in photography from Western Connecticut State University. Most recently, she sold baked goods to family, friends, and area restaurants through her business, Emily's Sweet Confections. Emily is survived by her parents, Robert and Judith...

Stanley G. Drenzek of Rockfall, wife of the late Marilyn Eldridge Drenzek, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. He was born on February 2, 1934, in New Britain to the late Stanley G. and Helen (Polaski) Drenzek and recently celebrated his 90th Birthday. He lived on 135 Smith St., helped run the family store, spoke Polish, and worshiped at Sacred Heart Church. He graduated from New Britain High School and attended his high school reunions up until the 60th . He worked at New Britain Plumbing and Supply for close to 40 years. After retirement, he worked at the East Berlin Post Office as a mail carrier. He was a parishioner of and an offertory collector for St. Pius Church in Middletown. He...

Stanley G. Drenzek of Rockfall, husband of the late Marilyn Eldridge Drenzek, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. He was born on February 2, 1934, in New Britain to the late Stanley G. and Helen (Polaski) Drenzek and recently celebrated his 90th Birthday. He lived on 135 Smith St., helped run the family store, spoke Polish, and worshiped at Sacred Heart Church. He graduated from New Britain High School and attended his high school reunions up until the 60th . He worked at New Britain Plumbing and Supply for close to 40 years. After retirement, he worked at the East Berlin Post Office as a mail carrier. He was a parishioner of and an offertory collector for St. Pius Church in Middletown. He...

Flavia (Agosta) Gwara, 97, of Middletown formerly of Meriden, wife of the late John Gwara, passed away on May 7, 2024, at Wadsworth Glen Health Care & Rehab Center. Flavia was born in Bristol CT, daughter of the late, Corrado and Frances (Savasta) Agosta. Prior to her retirement, Flavia was employed as a nurse's aide. She was an accomplished artist working in many mediums and exhibited her art in many shows. Flavia was predeceased by her daughter, Louise Lukas, her son Clifford Aldrich, and her daughter Peggy Carey three sisters, Louise Claffey, Aurora Zulkowski, Madeline Achion, two brothers, Peter, and Lynn Agosta. She is survived by her grandchildren, Nathan Carey, Timothy Carey,...

Pamela Ann Hertler Berube, (Pam) age 69, departed this world on May 1st, 2024, after a brief illness. She was born in Middletown, CT on December 19th, 1954, to William and Dolores Hertler. Pamela was the second of five siblings, a loving wife, and a fur mom to purebred German Shepherds throughout her life. Pam's love for her canine companions led to her passion for caring for animals and doing what she could for shelters in need. Pam was married for 37 years to her devoted husband, Joel Berube, who survives her with their dog, Tucker. Pam is also survived by her siblings Margaret Bober, Gretchen McInvale, Heidi Dirgins (David) and William Hertler (Vicky) as well as several nieces, nephews,...

Robert P. "Bob Matt" Matuszkiewicz, 71 years old, of Middlefield, CT passed away unexpectedly Friday, April 26, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. A lifelong resident of Middlefield, and long-time employee with DMIABB, Bob was well known and loved touching the lives of many with his gregarious personality and many good deeds. An avid hunter and fisherman, he loved turkey hunting with his long-time friend Perry Pratt, or deep sea fishing with his cousin Frank Moskey and his family. Trout fishing with Nancy was his passion and come April 1st, you would find him on the Coginchaug or Farmington rivers, waste deep in water, wearing his waders with his creel strapped over his shoulder with...