Obituaries

Mar 4, 2023

Charles Edward Brault, 81, of New Britain, passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain.

Born in Hartford, he was the son of the late Albert and Elizabeth (Willard) Brault.  Charles was a resident of New Britain most of his life and was formerly employed as an HVAC technician. ...

Mar 2, 2023

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Feb 27, 2023

Nancy H. Vitulano, 76, of Oakville, CT, passed peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital. Nancy was a long-time resident of Oakville. She attended the University of Connecticut, and worked as a Medical Contract Specialist until her retirement.

She leaves a daughter, Nancy Schulze and her husband, Anthony Schulze of Burlington, CT, a sister, Mrs. Janice Piche and her...

Feb 22, 2023

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Feb 15, 2023

Marlene Anita Colella, 85, of Newington, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023.  She was the widow of David J. Kuzmech who died in 2004.

Born in New Britain, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Valerie (Milish) Colella.  Marlene was a former Southington and New Britain resident before moving to Newington in 1979.  She...

Feb 15, 2023

Marilyn Lays better known as “Maruca” by most of her family and friends, 56, of New Britain, passed away unexpectedly and peacefully on February 15, 2023, surrounded by immediate family members. Marilyn was the life of the party. She loved to make people happy and have fun as she danced to her Latin music and other genres. Marilyn always...

Feb 11, 2023

Evelyn (Lindsey) Allen departed this life on Saturday February 11, 2023.

Evelyn leaves to mourn her passing three children; Andre’ Van Allen, Sonya M. Allen-Roeth, and Frederick C. Allen Jr., grandchildren; Ashley Marie Shannon and Jasmine Alysha Swartz, Andre L. Allen and Scott Allen, and a great-granddaughter; Ember Rayne Swartz.  She also leaves two sisters; Brenda Josephs...

Feb 11, 2023

Gary Stevens, 55, passed away on February 11, 2023.  He was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, the eldest of 3 sons.  Moving many times in his early years, he married his beloved wife Kay and welcomed their blessed daughter Layne, then comfortably settled in Mokena, Illinois for 19 years, eventually transitioning to Columbia, Connecticut to be closer to...

Feb 11, 2023

Miguel DeJesus Montanez, resident of New Britain since 1969 passed away on February 11th, surrounded by family. Miguel was born to Ricardo DeJesus and Juana Montanez in Carolina, Puerto Rico on January 8th 1938. The youngest of 9 children, he was pre deceased by 6 brothers, two sisters and his Son Miguel Jr.

Miguel was a proud...

Feb 9, 2023

Robert A. Moorcroft Jr., 66, of Bristol, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2023 at Countryside Manor of Bristol.

Born in New Britain, he was the son of the late Florence (Pacyna) Moorcroft and Robert A. Moorcroft Sr.    Robert was a 1974 graduate of St. Thomas Aquinas High School.  He was formerly employed a Pop’s Place, Ketchum...

Feb 9, 2023

Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.

Feb 4, 2023

LueElla McGhee was born on October 13, 1945 in the town of Mathews, Bullock County, Alabama to George and Mary McGhee. LueElla was one of eleven, being the youngest of seven sisters: Mary, Georgia Mae, Cary, Bessie, Mamie Lee, and Bertha, and having four brothers: James, George, Leon, and Alfonzo. In her youth and throughout her life, Luella prioritized...

Jan 31, 2023

Funeral services will take place on Monday, February 6, 2023 at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 S. Main St., New Britain, CT at 12:00 pm. Burial will follow at Mt. St. Benedict in Bloomfield, CT. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM.

Jan 25, 2023

Michele Yopp departed this life for life everlasting on January 25, 2023.  She was born in New Britain, CT to the Late Charles E. Boxley and Aquila Yopp Boxley Levine.

Michele received her formative years and early education in Middletown, CT.  Upon moving back to New Britain she continued her education in the New Britain school system....

Jan 19, 2023

Maria A. (Gionfriddo) Lanza, 96, beloved wife of Sebastian Lanza, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023.

Born in New Britain on March 28, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Angela (Cultrera) Gionfriddo.  Maria was a lifelong New Britain resident and was formerly employed at Emhart, before retiring in 1985.  She was a...

Jan 16, 2023

Jonathan Nieves, also known as “Goldo,” fought liver disease for about 2 years. On Monday, January 16, 2023 at 7:00 AM, he finished his fight.

Jonathan was the second youngest son of David Nieves and Milagros Rodriguez born in Bayamón, Puerto Rico. Jonathan enjoyed motorcycles and working on his car. Jonathan leaves behind a mother Milagros Rodriguez,...

Jan 9, 2023

William Theodore Clines Sr., 82, of New Britain, widower of Jean (Campbell) Clines, passed away on Monday, Jan. 9, 2023 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain surrounded by his loving family.

Born in New Britain, he was the son of the late Stephen and Carol (Gilbert) Clines. William was a U.S. Marine Veteran and...

Jan 7, 2023

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 S. Main St., New Britain at 12:30 PM. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain. Visitation will be held prior to the funeral service from 11 AM - 12:30 PM.

Jan 5, 2023

Calling hours and funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 S. Main St., New Britain from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery, New Britain.

Jan 3, 2023

Dorothy J. Stevenson, 94, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully following a brief illness on January 3, 2023, in Middletown, CT.

Born on August 12, 1928, in Cedar Bluff, Iowa, she was the daughter of the late William and Mary (Benesh) Mason.  She graduated from Tipton High School, Tipton, Iowa. She was raised on...