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Rose Ann Nacca Dunlap, 74, of Durham passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 30th, 2022 at her home with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of Louis A. Dunlap. Rose was born in New Haven on September 24, 1947 and was the daughter of the late Ferdinand and Mary Mongillo Nacca. Mother of Victoria Berry (Peter), Barbara Freeman (Joseph), Caitlin Dunlap (Michael Roraback) and Jonathan Dunlap (Caroline). Grandmother of Jordan Bushnell (Olivia Pezzello), Marissa and Cooper Berry, Nathan, Charlie, and Theo Dunlap. Great-Grandmother of Troy Bushnell. Sister of Carol Huntoon (Daniel). Sister-in-law of Jean Dyer (Dale). Also survived by her beloved aunt Anna Mongillo, former...

Rose Ann Nacca Dunlap, 74, of Durham passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 30th, 2022 at her home with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of Louis A. Dunlap. Rose was born in New Haven on September 24, 1947 and was the daughter of the late Ferdinand and Mary Mongillo Nacca. Mother of Victoria Berry (Peter), Barbara Freeman (Joseph), Caitlin Dunlap (Michael Roraback) and Jonathan Dunlap (Caroline). Grandmother of Jordan Bushnell (Olivia Pezzello), Marissa and Cooper Berry, Nathan, Charlie, and Theo Dunlap. Great-Grandmother of Troy Bushnell. Sister of Carol Huntoon (Daniel). Sister-in-law of Jean Dyer (Dale). Also survived by her beloved aunt Anna Mongillo, former...

On the evening of June 10, 2022, Catherine Conroy Leining (68) of Durham, CT departed this earth, surrounded by loved ones, at Hartford Hospital in Hartford, CT. She succumbed to a devastating failure of the heart; her most endearing asset. With the Lord at her side, she began her journey to a bigger, brighter place. Catherine, who was born to Raymond and Doris on February 19, 1954, in Middletown, CT., was a member of the National Honor Society at Middletown High School. She graduated in 1972 and accepted a position at Middlesex Mutual Assurance, where she spent a successful 37 years of continuous employment. In October of 1982, she married Irvin L. Leining Jr. and together, raised their...

Walter Wyskiel, Sr., 83, of Rockfall, husband of Elizabeth "Betty" (Pattavina) Wyskiel, died Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at St. Francis Hospital, Hartford, surrounded by his family. He was born in Middletown, the son of the late Alexander and Katherine (Mucha). Walt served with the US Navy and later retired as a machinist for the State of Connecticut. He was a member of the Kosciuszko Society and the American Legion. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Walter Wyskiel, Jr., of Middlefield; daughter, Robin Longworth (Richard) of Durham; brother Stanley Wyskiel of Middletown; grandchildren, Amanda Gannon (Sean), Andrea Richards (Patrick), Samuel Longworth, Mikayla Wyskiel, Walter...

Edward F. Matuszkiewicz, "Eddie Matt", 81, of Middlefield, beloved husband of Anne Murphy Matuszkiewicz, peacefully passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. He was born in Middletown, son of Joseph and Stefania (Paszek) Matuszkiewicz. Eddie spent his career in restaurant management until he took on the most important role of his life, raising his daughter Stephanie G. Matuszkiewicz from infancy to teenager. Those were the happiest years of his life as he taught her about cars, how to drive, sports and how to play pool. He loved his family, his home and his neighbors. Everyone who was lucky enough to know Eddie felt so much better after spending time with him - he had the...

Donald Francis Albert, Jr., 77, of Higganum, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at home on April 3, 2022. Born on December 4, 1944 in New Britain, Connecticut, he was the son of the late Donald F. and Marie M. (Sitz) Albert. He was a graduate of Goodwin Technical School, New Britain and Hartford Technical College and served in the Connecticut National Guard. Donald's career spanned more than 50 years at Wesleyan University, retiring as manager of scientific facilities and instruments in the University's chemistry department. He cherished every day working with colleagues, graduate and undergrad students, and considered each day an experience to learn something new. He had a practical...

Kathleen (Malone) Crete, 66, of Middlefield, beloved wife of James Crete, died after a long illness on Monday, March 21, 2022 . A mass will be held at Middlefield Federated Church, 402 Main St., Middlefield, May 7 at 11 o'clock and a funeral service will follow at Middlefield Cemetery. A Celebration gathering will be held after at the Elks Club, 44 Maynard St., Middletown.

Kathleen (Malone) Crete, 66, of Middlefield, beloved wife of James Crete, died after a long illness on Monday, March 21, 2022 at her home with her husband at her side. Kathleen was born in Middletown, daughter of the late Joseph and Lorraine (Wolenski) Malone. Prior to her retirement, Kathleen worked as a woodworker for Whitmore Antiques. She was an avid woodworker and had her own workshop at her home. Later, Kathleen became a visiting angel, where her compassion and gift for helping others really shined. Besides her husband, Kathleen is survived by three sons, Dan Connelly, Nick Connelly, Jason Connelly, a daughter, Ashley Crete, a sister, Judith Doyle, and a brother James Malone, also...

Mary Conway, of East Haven, passed away at the Hospital of St. Raphael on Saturday, March 19, 2022. She was the wife of John Conway of East Haven. She was the mother of John Conway, Jr., (wife Cheryl) of Branford and Michael Conway (wife Karen) of Durham. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Melissa (fianc? John), Jonathon, and Andrew Conway. She was predeceased by her brothers Pat, Thomas, and Louis Bottone and her sister Rose Cimino. Mary was born in New Haven on November 29, 1934, a daughter of Gaetano and Nancy Bottone. She worked in customer service at Sargents for many years and also worked at Apicella's Bakery. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Wednesday at 11:00 at...

Ellen (Snigg) Donovan, 99, formerly of Durham, wife of the late John J. Donovan, died Friday, March 4, 2022 at Apple Rehab, Middletown. She was born in New Bedford, MA, the daughter of the late William M. and Theresa (Melia) Snigg. She was a parishioner of Notre Dame Church in Durham and a member of the Notre Dame Church First Parish Council. She taught religious instruction at the church for many years. She enjoyed being a Girl Scout Leader in Durham. She participated in helping with many Red Cross blood drives. Ellen loved being a homemaker, wife and mother. She enjoyed helping others. Ellen is survived by nieces, Lauren Snigg Woods and her husband Geoffrey of Haddam, their daughter...

Jessica Bernotas, age 78, passed away peacefully February 19, 2022 after a long fight with leukemia. She was born June 10, 1943 in Clearfield, PA, to Jessica and James Marino. The family moved to Binghamton, NY, where Jessica (Jessie then) excelled in drama and cheerleading. She raised three daughters Dana, Maria and Elizabeth with her first husband John Davidson who preceded her in death in March 2020. She married the love of her life, Randolph Bernotas, in 1986, in the backyard of the home on Lake Beseck, in Middlefield, Connecticut. Her career took her on a whirlwind tour of eccentric businesses from IBM to Mark Levinson Stereos to Yale Asian Studies to Womack Forklifts to...

David Anthony Steele, 83, of Guilford, formerly of Middlefield, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 14, 2022, at Connecticut Hospice in Branford. He is survived by his significant other Marlene Clark, who was at his bedside when he passed, and was predeceased by Roberta (Grant) Steele, his wife of 53 years who passed away in 2011. David was born June 25, 1938, in New Britain, Connecticut. He was the son of the late Raymond and Florence (Schmaltz) Steele, Sr. He had a successful career in the security hardware field, starting as a lock assembler for American Hardware, learning the trade on the factory floor from his father and eventually becoming a designer and consultant for master...

Joseph A. Murad, Jr., 90, of Bethel, husband of the late Julia (Caplan) Murad, died on Wednesday, February 9, 2022. Mr. Murad was born in Danbury, August 6, 1931, son of the late Joseph S. and Sophie (Ocher) Murad. He was a graduate of Bethel High School and Henry Abbott Technical School. Joe served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict receiving the Korean Service Medal with 2 Bronze Service Stars, National Defense Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, and a Presidential Unit Citation. Mr. Murad was a retired master carpenter who built over 1000 homes in his lifetime. He was an avid sports fan and played basketball for the Knights of Columbus and in later years with various...

Gregory George Jacenko, age 55, of Durham, passed away unexpectedly on February 5, 2022. Greg was born in New Haven, Connecticut, on July 21, 1966, to George and Jacquelene (Erskine) Jacenko. Greg was a graduate of Guilford High School. He started the Clinton Floor Store with his partner in Clinton, CT and it is still in operation today. He was an expert in marble glazing and as a tile setter. He was a lifetime member of the NRA and held a certificate in basic pistol marksmanship since 1989. Greg enjoyed playing guitar and all types of music especially church revival choirs and classical. He was part of the Ski Patrol at Powder Ridge and some of his favorite things were snowmobiling,...

Nicholas Michael Giordano, 79, of Durham, beloved husband of Marie E. (Gorrasi) Giodano, died Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Middlesex Health Care. Nick was born in Mount Vernon, NY, son of the late, Michael and Maria (Lasora) Giordano. Pior to his retirement, he was employed at a financial planner with Naugatuck Saving Bank. Besides his wife, Marie, Nick is survived by a daughter, Nicole Jacobson and her husband Brian of Glastonbury, a son Michael Giordano of Hamden and a granddaughter, Melissa Rose Jacobson. He was predeceased by a brother Joseph Giordano and a sister, Teresa Ciccimarra. Funeral services were privately held. Memorial contributions may be sent to Connecticut...

Harold Henry "Boomer" Coach Hal Eddy, husband to the love of his life, Vera Eddy for 62 years, passed peacefully on December 30, 2021. Harold was the proud loving father to Brenda Eddy, Karen "Dan" Gray, Christine Pilkington and Eileen "Stephen" Pendl, grandfather to Keri "Cameron" Mackenzie - Morgan, Daniel, Bradley and Alyssa Gray - Paige, Jake and Olivia Pendl, and great-grandfather to George and Bennett Mackenzie. He loved all his nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brother Alvin and leaves behind Alvin's wife, Nancy Eddy. Doing what he loved, Harold's career of 35 years was as a teacher and coach in Durham. He was a mathematics teacher at Strong School and a varsity coach of...

Barry L. Mickle, 70, of Rockfall, died Saturday, December 25, 2021, at Middlesex Hospital. He was born in New Britain, son of the late Oakley W. and Lucille (Hall) Mickle. Barry was part of the custodial department for Regional School District 13 for 42 years. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing and hunting, trips to the casino and taking care of all his "kids", the students at Regional School District 13. He is survived by his sister, Bonnie Costa of Rockfall; brother, Bruce Mickle and his wife Gail of Putney, VT; also, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased his brother, William Mickle. Funeral services are private and burial will be at the convenience of his family in...

Antoinette "Toni" (Naples) White left this life in the early hours of Monday, December 20, 2021. She came into it on June 13, 1934, the ninth of eleven children raised on the Naples Farm in Durham, CT. She grew up in a house partly built by her father, Archangelo "Andy", and shared that home with six sisters, four brothers, and her indomitable mother, Maria "Mary". Of this group of thirteen, she was the last to make her final exit. Toni lived her life with a deep connection to family and a profound sense of what it was to stay connected - both to those we love, and to a Higher Power. She was a woman of enduring faith, and she embraced the fact that faith and spirit might be different for...

Garfield Lewis Joslyn III, (Gary) 72, of Durham and formerly Jeffersonville, VT, passed peacefully December 3, 2021. He was born in Rumford Maine, August 30, 1949 to Garfield L. Joslyn Jr and Josephine Joslyn. He is survived by his son, Brandon Lewis Joslyn. His brothers Richard and Douglas, and many nieces and nephews. He served in the US Navy joining in 1968 and completing two tours in the Vietnam War. He was a past member of Coginchaug Bench Warmers and the Durham Volunteer Fire Department and owned B & G Power Equipment. He was employed for 16 years as a custodian by Regional District 13, and then became a CDL and bus driver. Driving for Dattco Transportation for Regional District...

Richard J. Kaika, Sr., died Friday, November 19, 2021, peacefully surrounded by family, after a long illness. He was 87 and lived in Durham, CT. He was predeceased by his mother Josephine Kaika, sister Eleanor and brother Edward. He is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 68 years, Connie, and their children, daughter Susan Badrick & husband Joe, son Richard Kaika, Jr. & wife Rae, son Thomas Kaika & wife Karen, daughter Sharon Kaika, along with eight grandchildren, five great grandchildren and sister Dorothy. Richard loved spending time with his family and always greeted people with a warm embracing smile. He enjoyed boating, clamming, waterskiing and golfing. He was an...

Walter J. Bugai, 96, of Rockfall, beloved husband of Marianna (Pegal) Bugai, died Tuesday, November 2nd at Middlesex Health Care. He was born in Middletown, son of the late Peter P. and Magdalena (Kokoszka) Bugai. Walter was a lifelong farmer in Rockfall owning the Starline Dairy Farm. He was a caring man who loved his family and spent most of his time tending for many different animals over the years, including his prized pigeons. Besides his wife Marianna, Walter is survived by a daughter, Cindy Rosa and her husband Tony, two sons, Sandy Bugai and Kevin Bugai, two grandchildren, Hannah Bugai, and Levi Rosa. He was predeceased by three brothers, John, Peter, and Rudolph Bugai and five...