BLOOMFIELD - Sharon Lynne (Flagg) Morse, 64, passed away on February 17, 2021, at St. Francis Hospital after a short illness. She was born on October 8, 1956 in Hartford. Sharon grew up in Burlington and graduated from Lewis S. Mills High School prior to taking classes at Tunxis Community College. She worked for Travelers and Cigna Insurance before working for Hooker & Holcomb for over twenty years. She enjoyed golf and was an avid gardener and was a two time award winner for landscaping in Bloomfield. Dearly loved by her friends, family and coworkers, Sharon is survived by her sisters: Audrey Laurel and her husband Nelson of Florida, Diane Tice and her husband Alan of Bristol; her...

Barbara Johnson Slate Hardy, 89, of South Carolina, formally of Plainville, CT, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2021. Barbara was born on September 5, 1931 in Illinois, daughter of the late Adna F. Johnson and Caroline (Zeeb) Johnson. She attended New Britain and Berlin public schools graduating in 1950 from Berlin High School. Barbara attended the University of Hartford where she met Charles Slate. They were married in 1954. They had two children, Diane and Barbara Ann. Barbara worked many years as secretary at New Britain Machine where she met her second husband, Paul W. Hardy. They were married in 1980. Barbara enjoyed life to the fullest. Taking after her father, a national...

Lucy Pestillo, 96, passed away on January 27, 2021 at the Hospital of Central Connecticut. She was the wife of the late Peter Pestillo. She was born in Plainville on June 1, 1924. Prior to retiring, she had worked in human resources at Marlin Rockwell. She is survived by her nephews: Charles (Re), Rev. Mark (Marlene) and Tony (Millie) Santucci; and her niece Judi (Robert) Breault. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her father, Anthony Santucci. Services will be private. Arrangements have been entrusted to Bailey Funeral Home, 48 Broad Street, Plainville. To leave a message of remembrance, please visit www.BaileyCares.com.

Gordon Granger McCann of Plainville passed away on January 11, 2021. He was born in Hartford on March 5, 1932. He was the son of the late Herbert and Bessie (Shellington) McCann. He was a descendant of Gideon Granger who served as Postmaster General in President Thomas Jefferson's administration (1801-1809). Gordon's early years were spent in Windsor Locks. In 1945, he moved to Plainville. For 37 years (1950-1987) he was employed as a supervisor in the Bond Underwriting Department of the Aetna Casualty & Surety Company of Hartford. He was a member of the Aetna Life Men's Club. From 1952-1954 he served in the United States Army, taking basic training with the 101st Airborne Division...

Corby a Coperthwaite passed away January 5, 2021. Corby was born in New Britain and is predeceased by her parents Patricia A Coperthwaite and Walter Coperthwaite. She lived in Forestville most of her life until moving to Bloomfield. She is a Veteran of the United States Army and received an undergraduate degree at CCSU in psychology and later a PhD in psychology at UCONN. She had a long and successful career in the CT Community College system as Director of Institutional Planning, Research and Assessment. Corby's colleagues regard her as a respected friend and incredibly talented professional in pursuit of greater higher quality education. Even as accomplished as she was, later in life...

Louise Ann (Baruffi) Garewski of Plainville CT, wife of the late Alexander W. Garewski, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. Louise was the daughter of the late Frederick and Lottie (Januskiewicz) Baruffi. She was born in New Britain, CT on February 10, 1935. She was a graduate of New Britain High School (class of 1953). It was there she met and later married her classmate and best friend Alex Garewski. She was a graduate of the Meriden-Wallingford Hospital School of Nursing (class of 1956). Her nursing career spanned over 47 years at Meriden Hospital, New Britain General Hospital and at Plainville Health Care. She also worked many years as a private...

Patricia (Gorski) Mangiafico, 75, passed away unexpectedly on January 2, 2021, in Bristol Hospital. She was the wife of the late Joseph Mangiafico. She was born in Bristol on September 15, 1945 to the late Stanley P. and Helen (Fitzgerald) Gorski. Patricia is survived by her beloved children; a son, Todd Mangiafico of California, her daughter, Amy Goldsberry and her husband Jonathan of Bristol, and her granddaughter, Emma Goldsberry, whom she adored. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. The Bailey Funeral Home of Plainville has been entrusted with the arrangements. To leave a message of remembrance, please visit www.Bailey-FuneralHome.com.

Francis L. Dorbuck, 95, of Plainville passed away on Wednesday, December 30, 2020. He was the husband of the late Margaret (Jones) Dorbuck. He was born in Greenfield, MA, a son of the late William and Theodore (Rosco) Dorbuck. Frank graduated from high school in New Britain. After graduating he enlisted in the Merchant Marines. While in the service, he met the love of his life in England and was married after his discharge and moved back to the State. He was employed for many years at Stanley Works as a machinist. After retiring, he moved back to England. Francis was a parishioner of Our Lady of Mercy in Plainville and was a member of the Plainville Senior Center. He enjoyed traveling...

Patricia A. Bowman, 84, departed this life on December 26, 2020 at Sheriden Woods Health Care Center in Bristol. She was the loving wife of Robert E. Bowman for 66 years. Pat was born in Brattleboro, VT on May 9, 1936. She was the beloved daughter of the late Donald T. and Esther M. (Casey) Foster. She moved to Plainville as a young girl and attended local schools. Both she and Bob were 1954 graduates of Plainville High School. They were married later that same year. In addition to raising three children, Pat worked many years as a cashier at the A&P in Forestville. She was employed by Classic Coil for a time and was a hostess at Roy Rogers in Bristol for several years. She was a...

Vincent Moreno, 88, passed away on December 25, 2020. He was the loving husband for nearly 60 years of the late Joan (Janes) Moreno. Vincent was born in New Britain on May 9, 1932 to the late Nicola and Florence (Penta) Moreno. He was preceded in death by his brother Vito Moreno. After graduating from Plainville High School (class of 1950) and Cheshire Academy, Vincent went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree from the College of the Holy Cross in 1955. Upon graduation, Vincent spent months prospecting for uranium in the Hudson Bay area of Canada. Upon his return, he served in the US Army as an MP in Korea. He settled in Plainville with his wife Joan to raise their family and run their...

Robertine (Voisine) Gorneault, 83, of Plainville passed away on Monday, November 30, 2020 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain. She is now reunited with her loving husband, Wilfred J. Gorneault, who predeceased her in 2002. Robertine was born on July 26, 1937 in Fort Kent, Maine, daughter to the late Baptiste and Modest (Deschaine) Voisine. She had worked at Smith Medical as a machine operator before retirement. She was a faithful Catholic and a longtime communicant of Our Lady of Mercy Church in Plainville. She is survived by her son, Darrell Gorneault, of Plainville; her grandchildren, Elena Gorneault and Darrell Gorneault Jr.; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial Mass will...

Guy Patrick Michaud, 84, of Bristol, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2020 at Apple Rehab of Farmington Valley in Plainville. Guy was born on September 10, 1936, in St. Agatha, Maine, son to the late Patrick and Helen (Chasse) Michaud. He spent his early childhood in Maine and moved to Connecticut at the age of nine. Guy enlisted in the U.S. Air Force stationed in Paris and was honorably discharged. Guy spent many years working in Berlin in manufacturing. He was a member of St. Jean the Baptiste French Canadian social club in New Britain for over fifty years, where he made many lifelong friendships. Guy enjoyed playing cards and throwing back a drink or two with family and friends. Guy...

Paul G. Cullis, 93, of Sarasota, FL, formerly of Plainville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 4, 2020. He is now reunited with the love of his life, Jean (Studniarz) Cullis, who predeceased him in 2014. Together they shared 61 wonderful and loving years of marriage. Paul was born on January 23, 1927 in Johnstown, PA, son to the late Leo A. and Edith (Lauer) Cullis. Paul served our country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and was stationed in Germany. He earned rank as Sergeant and was honorably discharged. He was a resident of Plainville for 53 years, where he and his wife, Jean, raised a loving family. He will be deeply missed by his family, but they are comforted...

Bryan Arthur Knorr passed into eternal life unexpectedly on Monday, August 24, 2020 at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford, CT. He is survived by his beloved sister, Sharon Knorr, of Pittsburgh, his adopted friends and families and his companion cat, Aria. Born to parents Arthur and Elizabeth Knorr in Pittsburgh, PA on March 6, 1942, following graduation from Baldwin high school there, Bryan took a job at the iconic Joseph Horne's Department Store in downtown Pittsburgh as a display artist where he especially enjoyed working on the Christmas decorations and window displays. After several years at Horne's Bryan felt a calling to religious life and in 1965 he joined the Passionist community...

Bruce H. Soucie, 57, of Plainville, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2020 at UCONN Health Center in Farmington. Bruce was born in Hartford on September 5, 1962, son to Malcolm H. Soucie, of Plainville, and the late Martha (Cyr) Soucie. He was a very talented, self-employed contractor who spent many years using his skills to renovate his own home and the homes of others. He was the Vice President of G & B Builders, working alongside his siblings. Bruce was an avid fisherman and taught his daughter how to fish. In addition to his father, Malcolm H. Soucie, Bruce is survived by his children, Melissa Jakubiak and her husband, Timothy, of Mystic, Hanna Soucie, of S. Carolina, and Lyvia...

Amanda (Michaud) Dumais, 89, of Plainville, passed away on August 12, 2020 at The Hospital of Central Connecticut. She was born on July 13, 1931 in Fort Kent, ME; the daughter of the late Fabien and Isabelle (Theriault) Michaud. She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Romeo (Pete) Dumais. As well as her son-in-law, Allen Godin; her grandchildren, Jennifer Vitone and husband, Steve, of Oakville, and Justin Godin and wife, Leny of Rocky Hill; her great-grandchildren, Anthony, Sofia and Asia. She was predeceased by her beloved daughter, Brenda Godin. She worked 31 years at Emhart in Berlin. After she retired in 1993, she enjoyed reading, spending time with her family, going...

Carlton Vincent Raymond, 87, formerly of Bristol, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at the Jerome Home in New Britain, he had been residing at Arbor Rose for the last year. Carlton (Carl) was born June 22, 1933, in Eagle Lake, Maine, son to the late Vincent and Delia (DeVoe) Raymond. He attended schools in Brunswick Maine and graduated from Plainville High School. Following graduation, Carl proudly served our country in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean Hostilities, achieving the rank of Sergeant, he was a drill instructor and was honorably discharged. Carl went on to work for Stanley Works in New Britain and retired after 15 years of dedication. He spent countless...

Carol D. Maguda, 72, loving mother and grandmother, of Farmington, passed away after a short illness on Monday, July 13, 2020 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain. Carol was born on January 21, 1948, in New Britain, daughter to the late William and Lorraine (Labbie) Maguda. She grew up in New Britain graduating from New Britain High School. She went on to attend classes at Tunxis for Early Childhood Education. Her interest in childhood care led her to a career working for KinderCare and the Hospital for Special Care for several years. However, more importantly, led her to having children of her own to raise as she prided herself in being a mother. She spent countless hours...

Carol M. Tenukas, 71, of Cocoa Beach, formerly of Bristol, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 3, 2020 in Merritt Island, FL. She was born in Fort Kent, ME in December of 1948 and attended Plainville High School after her family migrated from Millinockett, ME to Plainville, CT in her Senior Year of high school. Carol worked tirelessly as a mother and grandmother for her two surviving children, Kim Puia and K.C. Tenukas and four grand-children, Max Puia, Carson Puia, Kennedy Tenukas and Jack Tenukas. Carol was active in community outreach programs and volunteered at a Woman's shelter in Cocoa Beach, FL. She was a woman of strong faith and even went on to write two books about her...

Alan K. Przybysz, 59, lifetime resident of Plainville, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2020 at the Hospital of Central CT New Britain General Campus. Alan was born in New Britain on March 6, 1961, son to the late Joseph and Pauline (Trentino) Przybysz. He worked for the United States Postal in Hartford for many years and was a dedicated employee. His life revolved around his job and he enjoyed his career very much so. Alan was an avid fan of the former baseball team, the New Britain Rock Cats, and attended many games while also visiting with his aunt who worked in the concession. In addition, he was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox. Alan loved watching boxing and wrestling matches...

Jean P. (Przybysz) Martin, 74, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2020 with family by her side. Born in Brunswick, Germany, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Gina Przybysz. Jean worked for General Motors for many years until her retirement. She was a devoted and loving mother, sister, aunt and friend. Jean leaves two sons, Robert and Shane Martin both of Seekonk; two brothers, Mark and Alan Przybysz and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are welcome to gather on Saturday, June 27 from 9 AM to 10 AM at Bailey Funeral Home, 48 Broad Street, Plainville. A graveside service in celebration of Jean's life will be held at 10:30 AM at Saint Joseph Cemetery,...