Rex P. Schirmer
Aug 13, 2026
Rex Porter Schirmer, 95, of Cromwell, husband of Nancy (Olson) Schirmer, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 13, 2026.
Full obituary and service details to follow.
Charles Nishan Hovsepian
Aug 18, 2026
Charles Nishan Hovsepian, 81, of New Britain, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2026, with his sister by his side.
Born in New Britain, Charles was the son of the late Charles and Sarah (Simonian) Hovsepian. A lifelong resident of New Britain, he was a graduate of Syracuse University. Charles enjoyed a successful career as a business executive and retired from...
Santa Gonzalez Blanco
Aug 13, 2026
On August 13, 2026, at the age of 88, Santa Gonzalez Blanco, of New Britain, Connecticut, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, passing away peacefully at home just like she wished. While the “Long Goodbye” was difficult for those who loved her, our hearts are full knowing that she is reunited with the love of her life,...
Vaughn P. Allen
Aug 12, 2026
Vaughn Philip Allen, 83, of Newington passed away at home with loved ones on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
Born in Topsfield, Maine, he was the only son of 4 children born to Thomas and Vera (Hodsdon) Allen.
Vaughn was an Army veteran serving in the Vietnam Era. Vaughn traveled to countries like Germany and England where he continued to learn his trade...
Maria Herrera De Leon
Aug 11, 2026
With profound love and sadness, the family of Maria Herrera De Leon announces her passing on August 11, 2026, at the extraordinary age of 100. Maria lived a century of life marked by strength, generosity, service to others, and, above all, an immense love for her family.
Maria was born on April 9, 1926, in the Dominican Republic, to Antolin Herrera...
Dr. Richard L. Judd
Jul 15, 2026
Dr. Richard L. Judd, President Emeritus of Central Connecticut State University, a visionary leader and champion for higher education, passed away on July 15, 2026, leaving a monumental legacy that permanently reshaped his beloved alma mater and the broader Connecticut community. Born on March 22, 1937, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Dick Judd, son of Wilbur and Priscilla Judd, was the first...
Laura Marie Savona
Aug 11, 2026
Laura Marie Savona was born in New Britain, CT on August 21, 1960. She was a happy baby with a big challenge. She was born with Spina Bifida. Despite that, she was able to go to a regular school, Smalley Elementary School, eventually graduating from New Britain High School. While health issues got in the way of college, she found...
Rosa Julia Saavedra
Aug 9, 2026
Rosa Julia Saavedra, 84, of New Britain, widow of Jeronimo Saavedra, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 9, 2026 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain.
Born in San German, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Americo Rossy and Antonia Saavedra. Rosa was a New Britain resident since 1960 and was a member of St. Mary...
Carlos Alberto Martinez
Aug 6, 2026
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 from 10 AM to 11 AM at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 S. Main St., New Britain. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, New Britain. Calling hours are Monday from 6 PM to 8 PM at the funeral home.
Rafael Diaz
Jul 30, 2026
Rafael Diaz, 85, a longtime New Britain resident, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 30, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Inez Diaz Viera and Juana Flores DeLeon. Rafael was formerly employed at Emhart and Corbin Russwin before retiring. He was a member of St. Mary Church and the Puerto...
Roberto "Rube" Flores
Jul 24, 2026
Roberto “Rube” Flores, 92, of New Britain, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Friday, July 24, 2026. He was the widower of Rita (Queta) Figueroa.
Born in Caguas, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Gerardo and Rosalia (Galarza) Flores. Roberto worked as a farmer while living in Puerto Rico before coming to New Britain. He...
Maria Teresa Verrillo
Jul 24, 2026
Maria Teresa (Citino) Verrillo entered into eternal life on Friday, July 24, 2026.
Born on November 20, 1936, in Torre di Ruggiero, Province of Catanzaro, Calabria, Italy, she was the beloved daughter of the late Francesco Antonio Citino and Elisabetta Maria (Cristello) Citino.
Teresa worked as a dressmaker in Italy before immigrating to New Britain, Connecticut, where she married the love of...
Michael K. Dewell
Jul 19, 2026
Michael K. Dewell, 81, of New Britain, husband of Filomena Dieppa Dewell, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
Born in Hartford, he was the son of the late George Anthony Dewell and Mary (Harrigan) Dewell. Michael was a former West Hartford resident before moving to New Britain. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and was formerly employed as a security...
Jean Plocharczyk
Jul 15, 2026
Jean (Iskra) Plocharczyk, born in New Britain on July 28, 1925, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026, 13 days short of her 101st birthday. Jean was married for 69 years to the love of her life, Sticker (Stanley) Plocharczyk, who passed on May 11, 2019.
Together they moved from New Britain to Farmington, where Jean spent her last few months...
Raymond Turner Jr.
Jul 4, 2026
Raymond Turner Jr, passed away on July 4, 2026 peacefully in his home surrounded by all his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Ray was a native of Dawson, GA and the son of the late Raymond Turner Sr. and Polly (Telfair) Turner. Raymond Turner Jr is survived by his three daughters Sherlinda “Linda” (of New Britain, CT), Victoria ”Vickie”(of Bristol,...
Pasquale J. Sanseverino
Jul 4, 2026
Pasquale J. Sanseverino, 54, of Kensington, Connecticut, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026 — Independence Day — a date that, for those who knew him, carries its own quiet meaning. Pat lived with an unmistakable spirit of independence: on his own terms, by his own compass, and without pretense. That he left this world on a day marked by...
Wilfredo Rivera Saavedra
Jun 23, 2026
Wilfredo Rivera, 58, a lifelong resident of New Britain passed away unexpectedly on June 23, 2026 at home.
Wilfredo was born on January 21, 1968 in San German, Puerto Rico. He is predeceased by his mother, Ada Iris Rivera, who he loved and adored to the fullest. Wilfredo worked at C and S Wholesale Grocers in Windsor Locks until his passing.
Surviving...
Velma L. Brown
Jun 22, 2026
Velma Lorain Brown, age 105, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026 with her daughter by her side. She is the mother to Gerri Brown Springer and LaTonya Brown Thompson. Funeral services for Velma will be held on Friday, July 3, 2026 at 10 AM at St. Matthew Church, 8601 Wade Park Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio. She will be laid to...
Rev. Nannie Lou Lampkin
Jun 21, 2026
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Reverend Nannie Lou Lampkin
April 26, 1929 – June 21, 2026
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, Peggy and Christine, together with our family, announce the passing of our cherished mother, grandmother, and beloved matriarch, Reverend Nannie Lou Lampkin. Nannie passed away peacefully of natural causes at her home on Sunday,...
Philip D. Beresford
Jun 20, 2026
Philip D. Beresford, 69, a life-long New Britain resident, died unexpectedly on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at Silver Springs Care Center in Meriden.
Surviving are three brothers, Peter L. Beresford, Ronald E. Beresford, and Rev. Deacon Moses Beresford (James); and several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 26, 2026 at 11 AM at St. George...
