Obituaries

Jan 11, 2022

Juana Flores, 81, of New Britain, passed away on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain. She was born in San Lorenzo, PR and was raised in Patillas, PR.  Juana was a longtime resident of New Britain.

She is survived by five daughters, Carmen Colon, Midalina Lopez, Maria Ortiz, Migdalia Martinez,...

Jan 10, 2022

Donato Cefaratti passed away in Farmington Connecticut on January 10, 2022 after a swift decline in his health but not before a very full journey of life of 95 yrs.

Born in Campodipietra, Campobasso Italy on September 16 th 1926. His parents were Natalizia (DeRubertis) and Carlo Cefaratti. He was the youngest of a large family. He...

Jan 2, 2022

Rosa (Gozzo) Calafiore, 70, of Farmington, passed away unexpectedly on January 2, 2022, with her loving family by her side.

Rosa was born on January 1, 1952, in Solarino (PR Siracusa) Italy to the late Salvatore Gozzo and late Salvina (Germano) Gozzo. She grew up in Italy and attended school there. She married the love of her...

Jan 2, 2022

Virginia Wallis, 92, of New Britain, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022 at Amberwoods in Farmington. Born in New Britain, she was the daughter of the late John and Helen (Barkauskas) Lemeris.

Virginia was a New Britain resident most of her life and was formerly employed by the State of Connecticut, Department of Higher Education. ...

Dec 30, 2021

Carole E. Hoffmann, 88, of Berlin, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021 at Village Green in Bristol.  She was the wife of the late Richard Hoffmann who she was married to for 58 years.

Born in New Britain, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Alfhild (Foberg) Neurath.  Carole was employed at the UCONN...

Dec 27, 2021

Charles Gay passed away from heart failure and COVID-19 on December 27 th 2021.  He grew up in Wallingford and attended local schools and was a graduate of Lyman Hall High School.  While attending St. Lawrence University, he majored in English, with minors in history and psychology.  Having taken ROTC courses throughout college, he was commissioned a second lieutenant...

Dec 23, 2021

With heavy hearts we regret to announce the passing of Jason Wade Voisine, 45, of New Britain, CT.  He passed away suddenly, surrounded by loved ones on December 23, 2021 after a tough battle with covid.

Jay was born on December 03, 1976 to Gary & Lucille (Oakes) Voisine in New Britain. He graduated from New Britain...

Dec 23, 2021

Carmen Iris Soto Torres, 75, of New Britain passed away to be with Lord Jesus for eternity on Thursday, December 23, 2021.  She was born February 17, 1946 in Maunabo, Puerto Rico.  Carmen is the daughter of the late Juan Soto and Valentina Morales Soto.  She retired many years ago from Sherri Cup Company in Berlin CT.  She enjoyed...

Dec 16, 2021

Kenneth J. Lamkins, 79, of Berlin, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021 at Hartford Hospital. He was the husband of the late Kathleen A. (Zarotney) Lamkins.

Born in New Britain, he was the son of the late Royal and Malvina (Lanza) Lamkins. Ken was a former Southington resident and a Berlin resident most of his life....

Dec 15, 2021

Raysheen Amber Davis, 37, of Bristol passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 after a long battle with COVID-19. Raysheen was born in New Britain and was the daughter of Charles E. and Carolyn (Earls) Davis. She loved helping others in any way she could, and with this passion for others she settled her career with becoming a nurse....

Dec 11, 2021

Biagio Antonio D’Anna, 51, of New Britain, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday December 11, 2021, at the Hospital of Central Connecticut with his family by his side.

Biagio was born on July 17, 1970 in New Britain, Connecticut to Judith (Dumond)  D’Anna and the late Anthony D’Anna.

Biagio was a long time resident of New...

Dec 8, 2021

Arthur “Art” Yoaps, 70, of Rocky Hill, passed away on Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at Maple View Manor.

Art was born in New Britain to the late Adolph and Mary (Kasulis) Yoaps. He is survived by his wife Dale, several cousins, and a niece and nephew.  He was predeceased by his brother, Peter.

He was...

Dec 6, 2021

Rev. Minnie Mobley, 87, of New Britain, CT transitioned to eternal life surrounded by her family at her bedside on Monday December 6, 2021

Minnie was predeceased by her parents Henry & Carrie Kinsey; her husband Robert Mobley Sr.; her sons Bernard & Robert Mobley Jr. (Pinky); and a granddaughter Chelesa. Minnie leaves behind her daughters, Sheila...

Dec 6, 2021

Josephine Montanez Irizarry, 65, wife of Robie Irizarry, peacefully entered her heavenly home on Monday, Dec. 6, 2021. Josephine was born in Guayama, Puerto Rico and was the daughter of the late Jose and Carmen (Soto) Montanez.

Josephine retired from Touchpoints in Farmington after 29 years and was a delegate for the New England Health Care Employees...

Nov 29, 2021

Carmen M. Torres, 74, of Hartford passed away Monday, November 29, 2021.  She was born January 13, 1947 in Ciales, Puerto Rico to the late Serafin and Ramona (Morales) Torres.   Carmen, lovingly known as Mama, was a devoted mother and grandmother.  She lived and breathed for her family.  She’ll always be remembered by her protective nature, her quick wit...

Nov 26, 2021

Paula DeJesus, 92 of New Britain, CT passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, November 26, 2021. Paula was born on June 3, 1929 in Guayama, Puerto Rico to the late Domingo and Juanna (Lopez) Gonzalez.

Paula was a dedicated mother and grandmother. She was also the heart of the family. Paula was known...

Nov 25, 2021

Sebastian Peter Finocchiaro Sr., 68, of Berlin, husband of Elaine Partridge, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021 after one, last, fabulous Thanksgiving dinner party.

Born in Floridia, Sicily, he was the son of the late Salvatore and Sebastiana (Cannistraro) Finocchiaro.  Sebby was a long time Hartford resident before moving to Berlin 18 years ago. Known...

Nov 18, 2021

Susan Avedisian DerMargosian, 91, of Farmington, CT passed away on November 18, 2021.  She was the wife of the late Stephan DerMargosian to whom she was married for 60 years until his death in 2012.

Sue was born in the Bronx, NY on April 25, 1930, the daughter of Garabed Avedisian and Vartouhi Der Tatiosian Avedisian.  Her...

Nov 17, 2021

Raymond Joseph Kopycinski, 81, of New Britain, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021.  He was the husband of the late Kathleen (Herman) Kopycinski.

Born in New Britain, he was a lifelong resident.  He was formerly employed at the City of New Britain, Department of Public Works, before retiring. Raymond was an avid fan of the...

Nov 15, 2021

Armida (Rivera) DelRio, 76, beloved wife of Juan DelRio, passed away on Monday, November 15, 2021, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Puerto Rico to the late Evaristo and Armida (Fontaine) Rivera.

Armida was a member for several churches in New Britain and very active in the Pentecostal community. Armida was a devoted Christian...