Thomas J. Cardone
Mar 26, 2026
Thomas J. Cardone, 65, passed away on March 26, 2026, Son of the late Nino and Aldria (Balducci) Cardone.
Born and raised in New Britain, CT, Tom built a life rooted in hard work, and deep devotion to the people he loved. He spent 30 years working at Central Connecticut State University, where he formed lasting friendships and took pride in...
Joseph Francis Stiano
Mar 23, 2026
Joseph Francis Stiano, 92, of Berlin, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, March 23, 2026. He was the widower of Rita (McKenerny) Stiano.
Born in Hartford, he was the son of the late Joseph and Vincenza (Russo) Stiano. Joseph was a long time Berlin resident and a former East Hartford resident. He was a graduate of UConn School...
William J. Sarra, Jr.
Mar 22, 2026
William J. Sarra, Jr., of Berlin, Connecticut, husband of Debra (Killeen) Sarra, died peacefully on Sunday, March 22, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.
Billy was born July 21, 1950 to William and Anna (Mozzicato) Sarra in New Britain, CT, where he grew up the cherished only son, lovingly surrounded by his three sisters. He graduated from Pulaski High School in 1968...
Frank D. O'Rourke
Mar 15, 2026
Frank D. O’Rourke, of Berlin, CT, passed away peacefully at home on March 15, 2026, at the age of 95. He was born on May 10, 1930, in Danvers, MA.
Frank graduated from Stratford High School in 1949. He went on to attend Boston University, earning a B.S. in Education in 1953 and a master’s degree in physical education in 1957....
Christopher Michael McHale
Mar 6, 2026
Christopher Michael (MAC) McHale passed away unexpectedly on March 6, 2026.
Chris grew up in Berlin, an All-State football player and all-around athlete. He loved sports, specifically the Miami Dolphins, Red Sox and Celtics. He was passionate about college sports as well. His sailing enthusiasm began in his early years with his dad. Chris enjoyed many years in Colorado working in...
Raymond C. Maines
Mar 5, 2026
Raymond Christopher Maines was on born October 18, 1985. He died unexpectedly on March 5, 2026.
Raymond was a noble beloved father, son, brother, grandson, and soulmate. He was a person who left lasting impressions on most everyone he met. He was a talented and creative carpenter who put his heart and soul into every project he was engaged in. However,...
Antonina Italia
Feb 28, 2026
With deep sadness and gratitude for her beautiful life, we announce the passing of Antonina Italia, a beloved matriarch whose strength, grace, and devotion shaped generations.
Antonina (Cannata) Italia, 95, of Berlin, passed peacefully on February 28, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on September 16, 1930, in Canicattini Bagni, Sicily, Italy.
She was predeceased by her...
Jean Frances (McHale) Munson
Feb 28, 2026
Jean Frances (McHale) Munson of Kensington, CT, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 28, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and friends.
She was predeceased by her first husband, John Ernest O’Connell (1984), and her second husband, Walter “Skip” Munson (2025). She carried both seasons of her life with strength, love, and...
Roseann Dennerlein
Feb 27, 2026
Roseann “Rosie” Dennerlein, a devoted daughter of God who celebrated a life well lived, has peacefully transitioned to her eternal home in heaven. Originally from New Jersey and a longtime resident of Connecticut, Rosie’s legacy is rooted in thirty years of dedicated service as a counselor for students with disabilities at Northwestern Connecticut Community College, followed by a radical, faith-filled...
Louise P. Palardy
Feb 27, 2026
Louis P. Palardy, 87, of Berlin, passed away on February 27, 2026 at Hartford Hospital. He grew up in New Britain and worked in the heating field for several years. Louis ran a luncheonette in Berlin for 34 years. He was very industrious and loved working in the yard. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Camellia; two...
Geneva R. Ramsey
Feb 24, 2026
Geneva R. Ramsey, age 101, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 having lived a long and wonderful life. Born in Hartford, Connecticut, she spent her childhood winters ice skating in Colt and Elizabeth Park and summered on her grandmother’s farm in Middletown with her siblings. She attended Bulkeley High School while she worked in the Colt Firearms factory...
Mariann Melinosky
Feb 13, 2026
The family of Mariann Melinosky is heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend on Friday, February 13, 2026 at the age of 71 years following a brief but intense battle with cancer.
Mariann will be especially missed by her lesser half Dennis Melinosky, her husband of 49 years. Mariann and Dennis loved each...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Timko
Feb 6, 2026
Jacqueline "Jackie" (Borselle) Timko, 97, wife of the late Frank Timko, passed away peacefully at The Pavilion at Jerome Home on Friday, February 6, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in New Britain, the daughter of the late John and Elena (Sapia) Borselle, she lived in Berlin for the majority of her adult life. A woman of deep faith, she...
Cheryl B. Murphy
Feb 4, 2026
Cheryl B. Murphy, 81, of Kensington, wife of John B. Murphy, passed away peacefully, in the presence of her loving family on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Born in Waterbury, she was the elder child of the late Frederick and Evelyn (McFarland) Boland. She was predeceased by her brother, Frederick Boland. Cheryl attended Waterbury schools and St. Mary Hospital School of Nursing....
Franklin Nicholas Masselle
Feb 3, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Franklin Nicholas Masselle, 90, of Kensington, CT. He passed away after a brief illness on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the Hospital of Central CT, surrounded by his loving family.
He was proud of his family, his home, his service in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War, and...
Anne E. Wierbicka
Jan 30, 2026
Anne E. Wierbicka, age 100, formerly of 101 Westview Terrace, Berlin, CT died on January 30th at Jerome Home.
She was born in New Britain, the daughter of the late Joseph and Victoria (Brodzik) Wierbicki. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by the Labor Department with the State of Connecticut for 38 years. Anne was a parishioner of St. Paul's...
Richard Alan Shipman
Jan 29, 2026
Richard Alan Shipman, 74, of Kensington, beloved husband of Jane Shipman, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain.
Born in Hartford, Richard moved to Kensington in 1962 and remained a lifelong resident. After graduating from Berlin High School in 1971, he attended the Porter School of Engineering Design. In 1976, he married...
Doris A. Saucier
Jan 27, 2026
Doris Saucier, 86, passed away peacefully on January 27th, surrounded by her loving family, leaving behind a lifetime of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Doris was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, cousin, aunt, and friend. Her greatest joy in life was her family, who were always at the very center of her heart. She is survived by her husband, Roger Saucier,...
Michael John Hogle
Jan 18, 2026
Michael John Hogle, age 79 years, passed away unexpectedly at home on January 18, 2026.
Mike was born in Plattsburgh, NY to parents Darrell Linn Hogle and Mary Kingsbury Hogle. He spent his childhood in Mooers, NY having various rowdy adventures with his brothers David, Robert, Hugh and Patrick.
After his graduation from the Miner Institute in Chazy, NY, Mike moved to...
Heather Marie Coker-Fonteyn
Jan 17, 2026
Heather Marie Coker-Fonteyn, 46, of Cromwell, passed away on January 17, 2026 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain. She was born on August 8, 1979 in New Britain to Frank and Robyn (Nappi) Fonteyn. Heather was a resident of Wallingford before moving to Cromwell.
Heather’s gift was helping people, especially those with physical and emotional disabilities with whom...