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It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Christopher Menard, 65, a dedicated patriot, loving fianc?, and cherished father. Christopher departed this world on November 16, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of honor, courage, and unwavering commitment to family and country. Born on September 10, 1958, Christopher grew up in Hartford, CT, where he developed a strong sense of duty and service from an early age. His call to serve led him to enlist in the United States Navy at 18, and he went on to proudly defend the freedoms and values that make our nation great. Off the battlefield, Christopher was a loving and supportive father. His family was the anchor that...

It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Christopher Menard, 65, a dedicated patriot, loving fianc?, and cherished father. Christopher departed this world on November 16, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of honor, courage, and unwavering commitment to family and country. Born on September 10, 1958, Christopher grew up in Hartford, CT, where he developed a strong sense of duty and service from an early age. His call to serve led him to enlist in the United States Navy at 18, and he went on to proudly defend the freedoms and values that make our nation great. Off the battlefield, Christopher was a loving and supportive father. His family was the anchor that...

Annie Mae (Lucky) Mills, 86, of Middletown, passed away on November 4, 2023. Born in Darlington, South Carolina on February 10, 1937, Annie was the fourth oldest of ten children. She was of the Protestant Faith and accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior. Annie is predeceased by her parents, Willie and Carrie Lucky, her loving husband of many years Adelaido Mills; two of her children, Elijah James and George Jr., and all her 5 brothers and 4 sisters. She is survived by her sons, Paul James Jr., Edward James, and Jerome James; her two daughters Debra K James and Barbara A James-Miller; a considered daughter by love Debra Jarzabek and her stepdaughter Melody Mills-Voyak. Annie also has many...

Karl Edward Rubendunst Sr., 94, of Durham, Connecticut, passed away on November 1, 2023. He was born on December 25, 1928, in Providence, RI, to the late Max Herman Rubendunst and Amey Woodmancy Stone. Karl is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Mary Palasiewski Rubendunst; children Karl Rubendunst Jr. (Mary Beth), and Debbie Bellemare (Dave); grandchildren Karin Bellemare (Jon Wagner), Michelle Bellemare, Andrew Bellemare (Carrie), Emily Rubendunst (Khris Shanta), and Kathy Verhagen (Alec); 3 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his brother Robert Rubendunst, and sister Maxine Bloor. Karl graduated from Hillhouse High School in 1946. Karl...

Steven D. Goldstein, 77, of Fort Myers, Florida, passed away on October 29, 2023. He was born in 1946 to Nathan Goldstein and Etta Berkowitz, who preceded him in death. Steven was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather. He grew up in New Haven and lived in Hamden, Connecticut for most of his life before retiring to Naples and Fort Myers, Florida for the last 21 years. After serving his country in the United States Army from 1968 to 1972, including a tour in Vietnam from 1969 to 1970, Steven dedicated 30 years of his life as an agent for the Internal Revenue Service. In his free time, Steven found solace and adventure on the open road, exploring the country on his...

Harold John Ruhl Jr., affectionately known as Hal, peacefully passed away at the age of 79 on September 17, 2023, in Durham, Connecticut, surrounded by his loving family after a lengthy illness. Born on June 12, 1944, in Queens, New York, Hal was the son of the late Harold John Ruhl Sr. and the late Margaret Irene (O'Keeffe) Ruhl. He will be deeply missed by his devoted wife of 56 years, Madelon (Kiel) Ruhl, his sons Stephen Ruhl of Durham, CT, and Jason Ruhl, as well as his daughter-in-law Sherri Ruhl and his cherished grandchildren, Justin, Katherine, and Madeline, all residing in Clayton, CA. He is also survived by his sister, Jeannie Haber of Morristown, NJ, and his brother, J.B. Ruhl...

Patricia Anne (Seidel) Collis, 74, of Middletown, passed away September 3, 2023, at Middlesex Hospital. Born in New York, NY, she was the daughter of the late Harley and Dorothy (Kelly) Seidel. Patricia served in the United States Army, worked in the restaurant industry and was a volunteer EMT. Her most important job was being a mother where she enjoyed raising her five children by herself. Her family was very special to her; she would do anything for them. Patricia was very well loved and will be remembered for being a wonderful mother to all. She is survived by three sons, David Ware, James Ware, and Roger Collis; a daughter, Tina Ware; a sister, Barbara Ryan and eight...

Jane Beardow Parmelee, 89, of Middlefield, CT died peacefully at home on August 31, 2023. Mother of Jennifer Huddleston and John Parmelee, grandmother of Clarity Jane Huddleston and Hannah Sage Huddleston, she was a friend to everyone she met. Born September 5, 1933, she is survived by her brother, Warren Beardow, and sister, Marcia Munzing. Jane dedicated her life to sharing love, fun, hugs, and thousands of flowers at her beloved Indian Springs Golf Course, in Middlefield, CT. A celebration of her life will be held at Indian Springs Golf Course, 123 Mack Road, Middlefield on Sat. Sept 23rd 1-4pm. To share memories or send condolences to the family, please visit...

Delbert Amos Little, 88, of Meriden, husband of the late Deborah (D'Addio) Little, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023, at Midstate Medical Center. Born in Woodland, Maine, he was the son of the late Amos and Ella (Drost) Little. Delbert lived in Meriden and Wallingford for most of his life. He was employed in the trucking industry for 62 years, retiring at the age of 82. He was a member of Hallmere Social Club in Meriden for 40 years and of Center Lodge AF AM #97 in Meriden for 45 years where he served as a past Master. Delbert was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and of UConn Womens Basketball. Delbert is survived by his son, Andrew Little and his wife Sherri of Yalesville; three...

Ann Harding (Griswold) Parsons passed away peacefully surrounded by love on April 4, 2023 at 92 years old. She was the daughter of Gertrude and Harold Griswold and the sister to Betsey (Joe Hall), Mary Jane (Maurice Arcand) and Nancy (Gene Zable). Ann grew up in Yalesville, spending summers in Clinton on Cedar Island where she met the love of her life, Bruce Parsons. Ann and Bruce resided in Durham with their three children, Mary Jane, Steve, and Sue. Together they enjoyed all things nautical including sword fishing and driving their beloved boat Nest Egg back and forth to Cuttyhunk Island where Ann stayed every summer. Bruce left this world in 1998, and Ann has patiently been waiting to be...

Sherrie Lea (Paulson) Gage, 76, of Cromwell, passed away on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at Middlesex Hospital. Born in Jamestown, New York, she was the daughter of the late Gerald Paulson and Virginia (Larrison) Ecklund. Sherrie lived in Middletown since 1970 and was employed at Connecticut Valley Hospital for many years before retiring. Sherrie's family was everything to her. Sherrie is survived by her four daughters, Rebecca S. Gage of Hebron, Kristine R. Gage and her husband Brian Litterio of Hebron, Aimee L. Gage of Meriden and Michelle L. Gage-Diaz and her husband Bobby of Middletown; one son, Timothy E. Gage, CT; three brothers, John Ecklund of Lake View, NY, Doug Ecklund of...

Jonathan A. Willetts, 85, of Middletown, husband of Dortha (Cool) Willetts for 36 years, passed away on March 15, 2023, at Hartford Hospital. Born in Hartford, he was the son of the late William and Marian (Roberts) Willetts. Jonathan is survived by wife Dortha; brother William J. Willetts of Niantic; two grandchildren, Jeremy Whitmore and Jessica Cox; two great-grandchildren; and brother-in-law Robert Most of Greenville, SC. He is predeceased by his parents as well as daughter Michele Cox; son Jonathan F. Willetts; and sister Pamela C. Most. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 25, at the Church of the Holy Trinity, 381 Main St., Middletown. Burial will be at...

Elizabeth "Betty" Ann (White) Smith, of Portland, passed away on March 10, 2023 with her family by her side at Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center. Born in Middletown on April 26, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Marjorie (Beveridge) White. Betty grew up in Middlefield and lived most of her adult life in Portland. She worked at Lyman Gun Sight before her first marriage and achieved her GED in 1989 from Middletown High School. Betty was married to Donald Denette from 1958 to 1974 and married Richard Smith in 1976 until his death in 2019. Betty was a true child at heart. She loved being silly with her grandchildren, being their daycare provider and playing...

Margaret (Addis) Guynn Monthei, 94, of Durham, CT, passed on March 2, 2023, at Aaron Manor, Chester, after a long illness. Maggie was born in Middletown on April 1, 1928, to Robert & Florence (Miller) Addis. She graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School, class of '46 and was married to Harland L. Guynn in 1949, until his passing in 1974. She later married Julius Monthei of Middlefield in 1989, until his passing in 1995. Growing up on the Addis Farm on Smith St in the Westfield district of Middletown in the 30's and 40's, Maggie was fully engaged in the various chores common to a Farmer's Daughter of that era. In addition to tending to the dairy herd, delivering milk and dealing with...

Louis"Lou"Ouellette, of Middlefield, passed away on January 21, 2023 at the age of 88. Lou loved to garden he had a green thumb that could make anything grow and took great pride in his yard and garden. He retired from Pratt and Whitney after 35 years of service. Lou was an avid fan of the New England Patriots, the Huskies and UConn. He had an awesome sense of humor and to know him was to love him. He was proceeded in death by his wife of 34 years, Lucille Marion Ouellette; his father Philip Ouellette and mother Lucienne Livernois; two sisters Percilla Bernier and Dolores McKay and two grandsons Keltin Ouellette and Jeremiah Trujillo. Lou is survived by his children Phillip Ouellette...

Larry J. Beck Sr., 72, of Rocky Hill and formerly of Meriden and Wallingford, CT passed away at Hartford Hospital on January 12, 2023. He was born in Athens, Georgia to Henry Beck and Rose Lee Beck (Brown). Larry graduated from Lyman Hall High School, and proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. He was a member of the Eagles Club and American Legion. He was a truck driver for many years. Larry was the loving husband of Vickie Jean Beck (London). Larry was predeceased by his mother, father, sister Jackie, and brother Billy. Larry is survived by his wife Vickie Jean, daughters Kim Ross, Laurie Kerr, and Tiffany Beck and his son Larry (Bubba) Beck Jr. He was also a loving grandfather...

Judith Ann (Williams) Vince, 78, formerly of Middletown Connecticut died Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at Masonicare in Wallingford. She was the widow of George L. Vince. Born July 16, 1944, in Bantam, CT, she was the daughter of Khaleah A. Williams and Thomas G. Williams. Judy graduated from Litchfield High School in 1962 and attended The University of Hartford. She worked for the Travelers Insurance Company, Saint Francis Hospital and The Town of Glastonbury. In 1983, she married George Vince. They enjoyed 16 years of marriage. They enjoyed a mutual love for travel and went many places in the states and abroad. One of her many talents was baking. Her cakes and cookies were well known...

Dr. William M. Boylin, 71, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 9, 2022, at his home in Durham, CT following a 28-year battle with prostate cancer. A remarkable husband, father, grandfather, and friend to all, William's legacy is a symphony composed of love, compassion, and jubilation. William was born on February 16, 1951, to Mildred and Eugene Boylin in Rochester, NY. After graduating from The Harley School in 1969, William attended Syracuse University, and achieved his doctorate in psychology from Heed University in 1982. William assisted countless patients as a psychotherapist and substance abuse counselor for the state of CT for nearly 30 years, before "retiring" to focus...

Gail Marie (Willey) Richey, 63, of Cromwell, beloved wife of Donald D. Richey for thirty one years, passed away on October 31, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Denver, Colorado, she was the daughter of Roland Willey of Bristol and the late Caroline (Roberto) Willey. Gail graduated Bristol Eastern High School, Bay Path University in Longmeadow, MA and Central Connecticut State University. She had lived in Cromwell since 1991 and was a member of St. Gabriels Episcopal Church in East Berlin. She was employed at Otis Elevator for a few years and at Pratt Whitney Aircraft Manufacturing for twenty four years. She was a member of the Middletown Elks and an avid runner...

Donald Fairchild Hurliman, 88, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, Donald was born November 25, 1933 in New Haven and lived in Durham all of his life. He was the son of the late Jacob C. and Jessie L. (Fairchild) Hurliman. Donald attended the Durham High School, graduating in 1952. Then served in the US Army, in Germany, from 1956 - 1958 and then with the National Guard from 1958 - 1960. Donald worked for the State of Connecticut for 33 years, retiring in 1989. Donald was member of the Raybestos Brakettes Booster Club, AARP, Nature Conservancy, New York Botanical Garden, NRA, John Deere Two Cylinder Club, National Wildlife Fed & American Forestry Association, and A.T.H.S....

Emanuel "Manny" Robert Augeri, 86, of Rockfall, passed away peacefully at his home on October 3, 2022. He left to join the love of his life, Dolores, his wife of 62 years. Manny loved to work with his hands from growing flowers and vegetables, to working on anything with an engine, as well as being a talented carpenter and mason. He was a man with many skills. He worked hard to provide for his family but always had time to lend a hand to anyone. Manny is survived by his son Robert Augeri of Middlefield, daughter Susan and son in-law Kenneth Perrotti of Middletown, brothers John Augeri of Middlefield, Salvatore Augeri and Michael Augeri, both of Rockfall and Richard Augeri of Vermont,...