Casimir "Cas" P. Kovalaski, 94, of Cromwell, formerly of Torrington, passed away on February 7, 2021 at Middlesex Hospital in Middletown. He was born in New Milford, CT on February 5, 1927, the son of the late Gladys and Julius Kovalaski. He later moved to the north end of Torrington where he was surrounded by his loving family of two sisters, Josephine and Jennie, and four brothers, Joseph, John, Julius and Zigmund, all of whom predeceased him. He graduated from North School, which is now the home of the Torrington Police Department, and was also a graduate of Torrington High School Class of 1946. He went on to receive his Bachelor of Science Degree in 1950 from Teachers' College of...

Seth William Flynn, 54, died unexpectedly Tuesday, January 12, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Marianne Buck Flynn and his son, Evan Caleb Flynn. He is also survived by his parents, Edgar and Janet Flynn, his sister Nora, her husband, Mark, and their children, Emma and Jillian. A graduate of Maloney High School, Seth was the co-owner of the North Haven Bike Shop for 17 years. He also maintained the equipment for several Edge Fitness Centers. He was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Wallingford where he served as trustee. Seth was also an avid mountain biker and loved music and bass guitar. Funeral services will be held at Zion Lutheran Church in Wallingford on Sun., Jan. 17, at 1...

Seth William Flynn, 54, died unexpectedly Tuesday, January 12, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Marianne Buck Flynn and his son, Evan Caleb Flynn. He is also survived by his parents, Edgar and Janet Flynn, his sister Nora, her husband, Mark, and their children, Emma and Jillian. A graduate of Maloney High School, Seth was the co-owner of the North Haven Bike Shop for 17 years. He also maintained the equipment for several Edge Fitness Centers. He was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Wallingford where he served as trustee. Seth was also an avid mountain biker and loved music and bass guitar. Funeral services will be held at Zion Lutheran Church in Wallingford on Sunday (Jan 17th) at...

LTC (Lieutenant Colonel) Paul James Rouleau, 67, of Clinton, beloved husband of Susan Dearborn, passed away Wednesday evening January 6th, 2021 at Yale New Haven Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. Paul was born in Providence, R.I. son of the late Raymond Rouleau and Margaret (Shea) Rouleau. He grew up and resided in New Britain for almost 50 years before moving to Clinton with his wife Susan. Paul started his 41 year career with the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services as a Mental Health Worker and then as a social worker and finally the Unit Director of Battell North 4 at Connecticut Valley Hospital. Paul had 30 years of military service. He started as a member of...

Bernice Prue, 99, of Rockfall, wife of the late Leonard L. Prue, Sr., died Sunday, December 6, 2020 at Wadsworth Glen Health Care. She was born in Middletown, daughter of Charles and Antoinette (Bystrek) Jay. Bernice was a very active person well into her 90's, she enjoyed mowing her lawn and shoveling snow. Bernice was a caring person, always willing to help; for many years she was the primary caregiver for her sister, Rose and her brother-in-law, Walter. Bernice, may you finally find peace back in the comfort of your husband and son. Bernice's family would like to thank the staff at Wadsworth Glen for the care and compassion they gave to Bernice over the past 5 years. Bernice is survived...

Lee Equinox Sawyer, of Middletown, Connecticut, departed this world peacefully, but unexpectedly, on the morning of October 31, 2020. He was 38. The first child of Diana Lynn Newman and the late Phillip Neal Sawyer, Lee arrived on November 11, 1981, in Marlow, New Hampshire. He was a beloved father, husband, brother, son, grandson, uncle, nephew, cousin, mentor, friend, and pillar of the community. He is survived by his wife, soulmate, and best friend, Samantha Claire Sawyer, and their three beautiful daughters, Sadie Claire (13), Natalie Winter (10), and Raina Stone Sawyer (5). He also leaves his mother Diana and her husband Tom Newman of Maine, his aunt Cathy Lee Ramsdell of Maine, his...

Cheryl "Cheri" (Colavito) Morris, 68, of Durham, beloved wife of John Morris, died suddenly at her home on Tuesday, October 20, 2020. Cheryl was born in Middletown, daughter of the late, Patrick and Jacquelin (Ahrens) Colavito. Besides her husband John, Cheri is survived by a daughter, Lisa Warzecha of Middletown, a sister, Patricia Sheehan and her husband, Edward of Florida, two step sons, John "Jack" Morris and wife Nicole of Middlebury and Peter Morris of Middlefield, two step grandchildren, Jack and Grace, and an adored nephew, Justin Sheehan, also of Florida. In addition, Cheryl was blessed with many wonderful in-laws, cousins, friends, and two beloved family dogs, Barley and Henry....

Carl T. Tirone, 90, of Meriden, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2020 at Coccomo Memorial Health Care Center after a long illness. His beloved wife of 64 years, Elizabeth "Nean" (Palau) Tirone was at his side. The oldest son of Mario A. and Michaline (Konopka) Tirone, Carl was born and raised in Middletown, CT. Carl graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1948 where he played football, and "was a great track man and a fair tuba player" according to one of his classmates. Carl enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, serving in the Korean War as radar technician with the 7th Fighter Squadron of the 49th Fighter Bomber Wing. After his honorable discharge in 1954, he attended the University...

James B. Vibberts, 91, of Cromwell, husband of the late Anna "Nancy" (Geary) Vibberts, died Thursday, October 1, 2020 at his home with family at his side. James was born in East Hartford son of the late Charles and Bessie (Freeman) Vibberts. Prior to his retirement James was an electrical engineer with SNET. He was a veteran serving with the U.S. Army. James was a true renaissance man, with many gifts. He was an avid outdoorsman, hunter and angler. He enjoyed carving, sculpting and painting, and earned his art degree when he was in his eighties. James (even after his 90th birthday) could often be found riding his bike or on the slopes of Powder Ridge. He yearned to return to the skies...

Dr. Donald W. Edwardson, 72, of Durham, died Monday September 28, 2020 at Middlesex Hospital. He was born in Jacksonville, FL, the son of Edward and Mildred Smucygz. Donald was a psychiatrist, most recently practicing at Waterbury Hospital. He is survived by his son, Dan Edwardson of Durham; a brother and two sisters. Funeral services and burial are private. There are no calling hours. Those who wish may send donations via GoFundMe at gf.me/u/y3chty. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.

Dr. Donald W. Edwardson, 72, of Durham, died Monday September 28, 2020 at Middlesex Hospital. He was born in Jacksonville, FL, the son of Edward and Mildred Smucygz. Donald was a psychiatrist, most recently practicing at Waterbury Hospital. He is survived by his son, Dan Edwardson of Durham; a brother and two sisters. Funeral services and burial are private. There are no calling hours. Those who wish may send donations via GoFundMe at gf.me/u/y3chty. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.

Edward J. Champagne passed peacefully from this life into the arms of his wife and daughter on September 12, 2020 at Wadsworth Glen, Middletown, CT. Edward was born on November 8, 1929 in Meriden to parents, Francis Adlord and Anna (Banack) Champagne. Along with his parents and wife, Irene, he was predeceased by his daughter, Roberta (Bobi) Braccioforte, his sisters, Frances Lucia, Mary Cyrul, and brother, Albert. Ed served in the Army during the Korean War, after which he came home to Irene to build a house and life together. He worked at Pratt & Whitney for 37 years until his retirement. He was a "Jack of all trades". He loved carpentry, fishing, hunting, boating, and John Wayne. ...

Jean Lanhoff Fairchild, 87, of Durham, beloved wife of Roger Fairchild for 66 years, died Friday, September 11, 2020, at Middlesex Hospital. Jean was born in New Haven, daughter of the late George and Margaret (Mulcair) Lanhoff on April 26, 1933. Prior to her retirement Jean was employed at Middlesex Hospital as a secretary where she developed lifelong friends. Besides her husband Roger, Jean is survived by two sons, Mark Fairchild and his wife Teri of Durham, Chris Fairchild and his partner Karen of Madison, six grandchildren, Meagan, Lauren, Cailee, Michael, Patrick and Nick. She was predeceased by a son Jon Fairchild and three sisters Margaret, Margie and Betty. Throughout their marriage...

Gertrud "Trudy" (Wrobel) Pietruska, 79, of Durham, beloved wife of 61 years to Walter Pietruska, died Sunday August 23, 2020 at Hartford Hospital after a brief illness. Trudy, was born in Schlochau, Germany, daughter of the late, Leo and Maria (Schmidt) Wrobel. Trudy grew-up in post-war Germany where she learned the value of "Don't make a fuss", and live a simple life. She was an athlete at a young age, participating in track and gymnastics. In her fifties, she successfully competed in area 5K and 10K road races, often winning or placing in her age group. Trudy kept that athletic ability into her seventies. She could be found power walking the hills of her neighborhood through her...

Claire (Pinunsky) Narus, 93, of Middletown, (formerly of Waterbury and Portland, CT), the wife of the late Joseph Narus, entered into Heaven August 6, 2020 while at her home with her devoted family by her side. Claire was born in Middletown, daughter of the late Edward and Evelyn (Mielczarski) Pinunsky. She was a graduate of Middletown High School. Besides her most important job as mother to her four children, Claire enjoyed working at various jobs outside of the home, including a lengthy career at Uniroyal Inc. World Headquarters in Middlebury, CT. She retired at 80 years old from B & B Equipment, Portland. Claire and Joe spent over 52 happy years together in Waterbury where they...

Laura Graham, born September 19 to Alzita and Roger Graham, in Yalesville, CT, passed peacefully, July 27th surrounded by some of her loved ones, after a battle with cancer. Anyone who knew Laura knew that she was a stereotypical, feisty red head- her sense of humor and wit was only out-matched by her love of family. She cherished life, and everyone who had the opportunity to be in hers was always met with unconditional love and support. Even when she had little, she gave all she could. Those of us who were lucky to call her friend and family knew just how big her heart truly was. Laura never judged, and she treasured everyone in her life, no matter their situation, status, or past. She...

Roger A. Sabourin, 74, of Middlefield, beloved husband of Patricia L. (Dwire) Sabourin died Tuesday July 14, 2020 at his home. Roger was born in Middletown, son of the late Roland Sabourin and Mabel (Bisson) Sabourin. Prior to his retirement Roger was employed as an electrician with Beacon Aerospace Corporation in Bloomfield. He was also an active member of the New Haven Sportsman Club. Besides his wife Roger is survived by a daughter, Taryn Diamaya and her husband Darren of Las Vegas, NV, a son, Ryan Sabourin and his wife Julia of Pittsfield, MA, two brothers, Marcel Sabourin of Middlefield, Roland Sabourin of Coventry, two stepsons, Cletus Dwire of Minnesota Olin Small and his wife...

Irma Helenek Shemeth of Middlefield, 91 years old, went home to be with her Lord, Jesus Christ, on the morning of Friday, July 3, 2020. She passed from her beautiful home to glory with great anticipation of what is in store for her eternity. Born in New York City on August 25, 1928, daughter to the late Henry Helenek and Mary (Durnik) Helenek, immigrants from Czechoslovakia. She was married to Leon Shemeth in 1946. Irma worked for many years in the accounting department at Zygo Corporation in Middlefield, and volunteered many hours with her accounting skills and floral arranging at Christian Life Church. Beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandma, Gigi, sister, aunt and dear friend, Irma...

Michael J. Yates of Durham passed away surrounded by his loving family at Middlesex Hospital on July 2nd after a brief illness. He is survived by his loving parents, Ed and Dee Tulinski, brother Jason Tulinski (and his wife Meghan, niece Adilyn and nephew Britton), and his favorite Aunt Kathy Chadd, her husband Bob, and his Uncle Frank Behrens. He also leaves behind several close cousins, Rob and Heather Chadd and their daughters Jennifer and Jessica, Francis Behrens, and Lucinda Chadd and her son Victor. He is also survived by his grandparents Edward and Helen Tulinski. Michael was a lover of all animals his entire life. His wit, humor and sarcasm will be missed by all. His family would...

Shirley (Josephson) Adamowicz, 84, of Middletown wife of the late Raymond 'Butch" Adamowicz, died June 5, 2020 at her home with her family and a Pepsi by her side. Shirley was born in New Britain and was the daughter of the late Harold "Happy" and Helen (Egan) Josephson. Prior to her retirement, Shirley worked for SNET as a repair dispatcher for many years. She was a communicant of Saint Pius X Church and active with many of their organizations. Shirley is survived by a daughter, Jill Zaniewski (Peter) of Berlin, three grandsons, Ronald Pelletier (Jennifer) of Berlin, Michael Pelletier (Violet) of Marlborough, Kevin Pelletier (Kristen) of Middlefield, eight great grandchildren, Tyler,...