Obituaries

Oct 23, 2026

Matrie-Ann Baskerville, 78, of New Britain, Connecticut, departed this life on October 23, 2026.

Born in Hartford, Connecticut, Matrie-Ann grew up in Charter Oak Terrace. She attended Greater Hartford Community College, where she earned a place on the Dean’s List. She went on to work in the actuarial department at Travelers Insurance Company for nearly 27 years.

Matrie-Ann took pride in her...

Oct 15, 2026

Ralph Leonard Sager, 92, of Cromwell and formerly of Farmington, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Middlesex Hospital in Middletown.

Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, on November 18, 1933, Ralph was the son of the late Rudolph and Ethel Sager. When Ralph was only 12, his beloved father, Rudy, passed away, profoundly affecting the family. With remarkable determination, his...

Oct 21, 2026

Robert Alan (“Bob” or “Louie”) Peckrul, 87, passed away peacefully of natural causes on October 21, 2026 at home surrounded by his family, in Plainville, CT. He was born on November 10, 1938, to William and Edith Peckrul and grew up in the Plainville community.

Robert graduated from Plainville High School and earned a master’s degree in education from the University...

Oct 19, 2026

Caterina A. Ghamo, lovingly known as Cathy, peacefully passed away at the age of 53 with her family by her side. Born to Maria (Parafati) and Salvatore Ghamo on August 1, 1973, in New Britain, CT, Cathy grew up surrounded by love, community, and opportunity. Cathy had Down syndrome, a condition that presented challenges throughout her life but never dimmed...

Sep 13, 2026

Janice (Kaczorowski) Mancini, 80, of New Britain, passed away on September 13, 2026. She was the beloved mother to Janna Mancini (San Francisco, CA), Elizabeth Mancini (Waterbury, CT), and Carrie Mancini (NY,NY); sister of Elaine Kaczorowski (Stamford, CT); and mother-in-law to Simon Ledder and James Colella. Janice will be remembered as a loyal friend who laughed easily, enjoyed traveling and...

Oct 17, 2026

Dennis Jr. Nazario Diana, 47, of New Britain, passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain. He was the beloved husband of Maria Ayala.

Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, he was a New Britain resident of 40 years and was a member of the Pentecostal Church. He was employed as a mechanic...

Oct 13, 2026

Oct 4, 2026

Our beloved Joseph Anthony Lugo has gained his wings on October 4, 2026. Joseph was a jack of all trades. He loved cooking, working on cars, and was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone. Joyto, as his family knew him since he was a kid, loved spending time with his family and making everyone laugh. His sense...

Sep 27, 2026

Sep 25, 2026

Ricardo Aponte-Rivera, 70, of New Britain, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.

Born in Caguas, Puerto Rico, he was the son of Francisco Cotto and Maria Luisa Rivera. Ricardo was a former resident of Boston, MA before moving to New Britain in 1991. Ricardo served as a Chaplain and Pastor in the greater New Britain area. He...

Sep 24, 2026

Antoinette Patricia (Getske) Bartley, 90, of Westerly RI formerly of Jamestown, RI and Bonita Springs FL passed away on September 24, 2026. She was born in 1936 in Hartford, CT to her parents, Joseph and Emily (Mechachonis) Pitkauskas and stepdad Edward Pitkauskas. She worked as an executive secretary for the State of CT.

Antoinette was preceded in death by her husband...

Sep 22, 2026

José M. Nieves Sr., affectionately known by many as “Cheo,” passed away on September 22, 2026, at the age of 93. A devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, pastor, missionary, elder, and friend, José leaves behind a legacy deeply rooted in faith, family, service, and an extraordinary love for people.

Born on June 4, 1933, in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, José was...

Sep 21, 2026

Kenarig Bekelian Zamgochian passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 21, 2026, after an incredible 97 years. She was born in Damascus, Syria to Armenian Genocide survivors, where she gained her strong and resilient character.

Throughout her life Kenarig put family and those she cared about first. She lived through breadlines and an oppressive government in Soviet Armenia, where she...

Sep 17, 2026

Carol Morales Rivera was born on 21 March 1968 in San German, Puerto Rico to Brunilda Madera Morales and José “Lico” Morales. At a young age, her family moved to New York City and eventually made their way to New Britain, Connecticut, where she would spend the vast majority of her life. She was vibrant, silly, extroverted, and inquisitive, and...

Sep 14, 2026

Sep 9, 2026

Sergio Ortiz, 51, of Davenport, FL, passed away on September 9, 2026. He was born in Puerto Rico and was formerly employed as a truck driver.

Surviving are his wife, Lillian Ortiz; daughters, Brittney Ortiz and Jescilia; sons, Sergio Jr. and Jayden; grandson, Lucas Ortiz; his mother, Margarita Colon-Ortiz; sisters, Wanda Ortiz and Eva Ortiz; brother, Julio; step brother, Jesus; many...

Sep 6, 2026

Geraldine Ann (Kozikowski) (Fuschillo) Kuronya passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Sunday, September 6, 2026. She was born in New Britain on March 26, 1942 to parents James and Mary Fuschillo.

She was predeceased by her first husband, Albin C. Kozikowski, her granddaughter, Alison Kozikowski and her stepson, Joseph Kuronya Jr.

Gerry leaves her loving husband, of 38...

Sep 2, 2026

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ines Alicea of New Britain, CT, who passed away peacefully on September 2, 2026, at the age of 54. Ines was born on August 6, 1972, in New Jersey, to Juan Morales and Norma Parissi. She was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and friend who...

Aug 30, 2026

Jordan Careb Joseph Thomas Jr., 23, of New Britain, unexpectedly passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2026. He was born on May 19, 2003, in Farmington, Connecticut. He was employed by Falvey Linen Supply, East Hartford, CT. Jordan had a great love for sports like no other. He is predeceased by his father, Jordan Thomas. He is survived by grandparents...

Aug 30, 2026

Dennis Roy Collins Sr., 82, formerly of New Britain and most recently of Winsted, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2026 surrounded by the love of his family. He was the son of the late Robert and Roberta (Richardson) Collins.

Dennis was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and man of strong faith. He loved his family above all else and...