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Raymond G. Kasten Sr., 82 passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at Connecticut Hospice. He was the husband of Mary Ann McKeon and the late Grace (Gallo) Kasten. Mr. Kasten was born September 12, 1939, in Stamford, the son of the late Robert and Mary (Donch) White. He was a graduate of Ansonia High School and was an Electrician with St. Raphael's Hospital where he was a Member of the Teamsters Local 443. He proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Army. He was an avid golfer and bowler and was a member of the Pine Grove Men's Club. He loved his animals Fenway, Buddy, and Jingles. Besides his wife, he is survived by his children Raymond Kasten Jr. (Lynn Armour), Julianne...

Betsey G. Hendrick, 80, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at MidState Medical Center. She was the wife of the late Hobart "Skip" Hendrick, Jr. Mrs. Hendrick was born December 20, 1941, in Boston, MA, the daughter of the late Grady and Sylvia Garner. She attended the University of Montevallo in Alabama and had been a resident of Cheshire since 2001. She was a Study Hall Monitor at Cheshire High School and spent the last 14 years part of the Oasis Church fellowship, where she was considered a matriarch in the community. Betsey walked with Jesus for 45-plus years. "Die to self" were not only words she spoke often, but they were words she lived by each and every day. She...

Gloria Voloshin, daughter of the late Professor Louis and Lena (Pasinetti) Lupo, wife of the late Stewart Voloshin, left this life peacefully on May 8, 2022. She lived a full and generous life for 99 years, filled with much love and kindness. Mrs. Voloshin leaves her children, Linda, Glenn, Kurt and Karen, grandchildren Jessica, Christopher, Matthew, and Yessie, and great-grandchildren, Tyler, Sean, Corey, Addie, and Ethan. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Voloshin was predeceased by her son, Paul Voloshin and sister, Marie Dillon. Arrangements - Services for Mrs. Voloshin will be private and burial will be at the convenience of her family. There are no calling hours and The...

William Frederick Suter, 90, passed away May 7, 2022 at the Lutheran Home of Southbury. Mr. Suter was born April 16, 1932, in Tarrytown, N.Y., the only child of the late Frederick Wilhelm and Violet (Marshall) Suter and grew up in North Tarrytown, now Sleepy Hollow, New York. Bill graduated from North Tarrytown High School in 1950, and shortly after, joined the United States Navy, serving as a sonarman aboard the USS Rooks (DD804), during the Korean Conflict. In 1952, he married his high school sweetheart, Jean Gleason and in 1959, moved to Connecticut, where he was employed as a printer for many years. In 1965, at the age of 33, he entered college part-time, and graduated in 1972 from...

Cheshire - Anna Cavallaro, 89, passed away peacefully at Complete Care of Meriden on May 5, 2022, after an extended illness. Anna was born in New Haven, June 26, 1932, the daughter of the late Aniello and Carmela (Minichino) Criscuolo. Anna was predeceased by her loving husband Joseph of 57 years in 2010. Anna is survived by her three children Theresa (Michael) Dogali of Durham, Joseph (Cynthia) Cavallaro of Cheshire, and Carmen (Diane) Cavallaro of Prospect. Anna is also survived by nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to being a dedicated mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Anna worked for several years as the office...

Linda Louise Adams Martin, 70, passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at her home in Cheshire, CT. She was the wife of Dr. Luke M. Martin. Mrs. Martin was born September 4, 1951, in Baltimore, MD, daughter of James F. and Betty Jane (Sparks) Adams. She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1974, earning a B.A. with honors in English and an M.S. in Education. Before that, she graduated in 1969, with honors from Highland Falls High School in West Point, NY. Mrs. Martin taught high school English in PA, for four years, before spending time studying law at both Dickinson and Villanova Law Schools. She subsequently left law school in order to pursue the role of her life as a...

Middletown - Dr. John V. Pito, 63, passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at his home. He was the husband of Jessalyn (Purcaro) Pito. Dr. Pito was born October 13, 1958, in Providence, RI, the son of Anna Maria (Maffetone) Pito and the late Dr. Vincent Pito. He grew up in Cheshire where he was educated at St. Bridget School and graduated from Cheshire High School Class of 1976. He furthered his education at Boston College and obtained his doctorate at St. George's University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at St. Mary's Hospital and was employed by Yale-New Haven Health. He was known as an avid skier, golfer, and poker player who enjoyed bourbon and cigars. Besides his...

William R. "Billy" Russo, age 78, of Woodbridge entered into rest on Thursday, April 28, 2022 at Yale New Haven Hospital after a courageous battle with leukemia. He was the devoted husband of Patricia (Alanskas) Russo for over 53 years. Bill was born on August 25, 1943 in New Haven, son of the late Michael and Madeline (DeBiase) Russo. Bill was raised in New Haven and attended local schools, and earned his Bachelor's degree from Quinnipiac University. He and Patricia were residents of Woodbridge for many years, raising their own family there. Bill worked as an auditor and accountant for Singer and Perkin Elmer before joining Subway as a site selector and eventually operating several...

Gregory Matthew "Greg" Camputaro, age 38, of Meriden and formerly of Cheshire passed away with his loving family by his side on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 after a long and courageous battle with leukemia. Greg was born on May 23, 1983 in New Haven, son of Michael and Barbara (Sagar) Camputaro. Greg grew up in Cheshire where he met many of his closest friends of whom he had continued to make memories with as they grew into adults. He was a graduate of Cheshire High School, Class of '01. His love of sports started at a young age, where he played youth hockey with Middlesex and on local baseball leagues. His passion for hockey continued as he played for the Cheshire High School Hockey team and...

CHESHIRE - Arne B. Solli, 75, passed away on Friday, April 22, 2022 at the Connecticut Hospice in Branford. He was husband of the late Kathleen (Mordente) Solli. Mr. Solli was born October 22, 1946, in Kristiansand, Norway, son of the late Olav and Ruth (Ydestad) Solli. He was a retired marriage and family therapist and adjunct Professor of Psychology at SCSU. He worked in the field of mental health for over 35 years. After retirement he went to work with his son at Solli Engineering. Mr. Solli proudly served his country in the United States Army. Arne was very active in the Jaycees and JCI Senate and won several awards for his community service and leadership. He was a lover of music,...

Arne B. Solli, 75, passed away on Friday, April 22, 2022 at the Connecticut Hospice in Branford. He was husband of the late Kathleen (Mordente) Solli. Mr. Solli was born October 22, 1946, in Kristiansand, Norway, son of the late Olav and Ruth (Ydestad) Solli. He was a retired marriage and family therapist and adjunct Professor of Psychology at SCSU. He worked in the field of mental health for over 35 years. After retirement he went to work with his son at Solli Engineering. Mr. Solli proudly served his country in the United States Army. Arne was very active in the Jaycees and JCI Senate and won several awards for his community service and leadership. He was a lover of music, loved to play...

Therese Fitzgerald, 61, passed from this world on April 21, 2022 after a long illness. She graduated from Salve Regina College in 1999 with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education. She worked for the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity as an elementary school teacher in Iwakuni, Japan, Ansbach, Germany, and Naples, Italy. Teaching was her passion and working with children brought her the greatest joy. She retired in January 2021 after teaching for 20 years. She also loved to travel and had many adventures travelling around Europe and Asia. She is survived by her brothers Kevin Fitzgerald of Naugatuck CT, Brian Fitzgerald of Palm Springs CA, and Scott Fitzgerald of...

Odds are if you are reading this at home, Ray D'Antonio may have played a role in fulfilling your dream of owning a place for your family to call your own. With his passing on April 12, Ray culminated a remarkable life as a wonderfully successful corporate businessman, loving son, accomplished coach, fantastic husband, and father, and later, a warm, friendly, and highly respected real estate agent who always put others first. With his loving wife Judy of 62 years, they were gracious hosts, generous to many charities, devoted to St Bridget's church and their wonderful, dear friends at Copper Hill. Born in New Haven on January 18, 1935, to Albert and Marie D'Antonio of West Haven, Ray was...

Frank W. Miner Jr. passed away on March 30, 2022 at the age of 95, at his home in Elim Park. He was the devoted husband of the late Janice (Damery) Miner for over 69 years until her passing in in 2018. Frank was born June 11, 1926 in Port Chester, New York, son of the late Frank W. Miner and Kaireen (MacKay) Miner. He was educated in the Port Chester public schools and was the valedictorian of the class of 1943. He received a Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from The Cooper Union in 1947 and earned an MBA from New York University in 1954. Frank was employed by American Cyanamid for 41 years in various technical, marketing, and management positions, retiring in 1986 as president...

Marilyn (Gordon) Vosburgh, 86, passed away on Friday, March 25, 2022, at her home. She was the wife of the late Vern Vosburgh. Mrs. Vosburgh was born September 4, 1935, in Waterbury, the daughter of the late Nathan and Ina (Alderson) Gordon Kluttig. She was a longtime Cheshire resident who enjoyed spending time with her family, traveling and watching UCONN Basketball with friends. Until her retirement, she was employed with Bob Wall and Associates as an office manager. Mrs. Vosburgh is survived by her daughters Lisa Hoffheins and her husband Robert, Jennifer Krass and her husband Larry; her son Gregory; her sister Carolee Stray; her granddaughters Myriah and Tamrah; her grandsons...

Vern R. Vosburgh, 88, passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at his home. He was the husband of Marilyn (Gordon) Vosburgh. Vern was born September 9, 1933, in Waterbury, the son of the late Vernon and Rosalie (Morin) Vosburgh. He was a lifelong Cheshire resident, attending local schools before continuing his education at the University of CT at Storrs. For many years he worked in the Copper and Brass Industry. In addition, he had been in Manufacturing, Sales, and Warehousing throughout the North East and Mid-West. As an entrepreneur, he was a co-founder, partner, and Vice President of Copper Valley Metals Corp. of Waterbury and its subsidiaries. He was also the founder and President...

Paul W. Krystock, 82, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 20, 2022, surrounded by his family in Orange, CT. He was the husband of the late Linda (Myjak) Krystock. Mr. Krystock was born May 21, 1939, in Meriden, CT, son of the late Walter and Stella (Sennik) Krystock. He was a retired mechanical engineer and life-long entrepreneur. Paul loved to fish and competed in numerous bass tournaments during his tenure. Mr. Krystock leaves behind his son, Marc Krystock of Cheshire, his daughter, Amy Plano, and her husband Marc, of Shelton, and his sister Frances Krystock-Mayo of Palm Springs, CA. In addition to his wife, Mr. Krystock was predeceased by his son, Jeffrey Krystock. Arrangements:...

Timothy R. Ryan, age 84, of Plantsville and formerly of Cheshire, entered into rest on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at Meadow Mills in Hamden. He was the devoted husband of Marion (Davanzo) Ryan for over 61 years. Tim was born on March 8, 1938 in Manhattan, NY, son of the late John and Ellen (Dowling) Ryan. He served his country with honor and pride in the US Army, and soon after his discharge he married the love of his life, Marion. Together they raised their family in Cheshire, where Tim became active in the local community, serving as President for the CHS Booster Club and raising funds for the advancement of Cheshire Athletics. He was a Youth Baseball Coach and Umpire and a member of...

Eunice W. Chase, 86, of Cheshire, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2022 at Southington Care Center in Southington. Eunice was born on July 13, 1935 in Waterbury. She was the daughter of the late Carl and Mary Wester. She is a 1953 graduate of Wilby High School in Waterbury. After high school, she worked as a secretary at Cheshire High School as well as the former Modern Milk facility. She left work in 1966 to become a full-time wife, mother and homemaker. Eunice was passionate about children, and for many years she owned and operated her own home day care center. Eunice loved to talk and laugh and was a longtime friend to many. She...

Eleanor Hardisty, age 96, of Northford and formerly of Cheshire, entered into rest on Thursday, March 17, 2022 at CT Hospice in Branford. She was the devoted wife of the late Walter Hardisty for over 64 years, until his passing in 2020. Eleanor was born on January 17, 1926 in New Haven, daughter of the late George and Rosemary (Friend) Baehr. Eleanor grew up in Waterbury before moving to Cheshire more than 50 years ago and was a parishioner of St. Thomas Becket Church. Walt and Eleanor enjoyed many rides to the shoreline, spending time in Old Saybrook and Cape Cod. She attended local flower shows, absolutely loved gardening, and crafting at home. Eleanor is the beloved mother of...

Peter "Pete" Scott Manning, age 64, passed away peacefully at his home in Truro, MA, on February 25, 2022. He was a graduate of Newtown High School where he excelled in football and track and field. He also played college football at American International College in Springfield, MA, his father's alma mater. After leaving Newtown, Pete lived in California, Florida and ultimately ended up in Massachusetts, where he lived in the town of Manomet, for many years and then in Truro. Pete spent roughly 20 years working in the automobile business and spent the last 15 years of his career as an exterminator covering Cape Cod. Pete loved the ocean and was happiest when he was fishing in Cape Cod Bay...