Obituaries

Nov 14, 2021

Hazael Jose Jengelly passed peacefully in the arms of his mother on November 14th, 2021. He was born on October 23rd, 2021 at 5:33am. He was the son of Lourdes Jengelly.

His maternal grandmother is Lourdes Mendez, aunts Rosalyn Jengelly, Leslie Mendez, uncles Jonathan Mendez, Juan C. Baez, Christopher Aponte, Greatgrandmother Juanita Vazquez. Pastor Jose Charneco, Pastora...

Nov 10, 2021

Betty L. Barnum was born June 13 th , 1959 in Edison, GA and departed this life unexpectedly on November 10, 2021 at the age of 62. Betty was the daughter of Annie and Harold Gainey of Plainville, CT and Tony Barnum of Orlando, FL. She was also a member of Saint James MBC and enjoyed attending services when...

Nov 5, 2021

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Nov 4, 2021

Jaime J. Latina, 40, beloved husband of Anny M. Dominguez, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in Santa Ana, California to Maria Rosa and the late Joseph Latina.

In addition to his wife and mother, Jaime is survived by his three sons: Mernyn, Kevin and Jailian; his two...

Nov 2, 2021

Maria Delosangeles Rivera, 62, of Bristol, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021 at Bristol Hospital.  Born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of Israel Rivera and Rose Aida Santiago.

Surviving are three children, Christopher Solis, Marcus Solis and Krystina Solis; her brother and sisters, Israel Rivera, Maria Lugo, and Omaira Marrero; and two...

Nov 1, 2021

Felix Valentin Jr., 51, of New Britain, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, Nov. 1, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in New Britain and was a lifelong resident.

Surviving are his mother, Carmen Cruz; his father, Felix Valentin; his children, Rebacca Valentin, Carmen Valentin, Ashley Valentin, Felix Valentin, Aaliyah Valentin, Jackneil Valentin,...

Oct 31, 2021

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Oct 31, 2021

Janet Murphy Barrett, 76, of Pfafftown, NC passed away Sunday, October 31, 2021 at her home with family by her side.  She was born August 30, 1945 in New Britain, CT, she was one of fifteen children to the late Freeman and Esther (Davidson) Murphy.  Janet graduated from New Britain Senior High School, class of 1964, and retired from...

Oct 24, 2021

Harry R. Carling, 74, of Berlin, passed away on Sunday, October 24, 2021.

Born on November 3rd, 1946 in New Britain, CT, he was the son of the late Harry and Mary (Grassi) Carling. Harry graduated from Berlin High School in 1964. He married the love of his life, Lorraine Carling, on May 21, 1966 and moved...

Oct 18, 2021

Sebastiano "Sebby" Giarratana, 84, of New Britain, passed away on October 18, 2021. He was a loving husband for 56 years to Josephine "Pinuccia" Giarratana. Sebastiano was born in Floridia, Sicily on March 14, 1937 to the late Salvatore Giarratana and Concetta (InDomenico) Giarratana.

Sebastiano is survived by his loving son, Salvatore Giarratana, and daughter-in-law, Karleen Giarratana...

Oct 16, 2021

Henry Joseph Nowik Jr., 67, of Newington, husband of Christine Nowik, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021 after a brief illness.

Born in New Britain, he was the son of the late Henry Joseph Nowik and Katherine (Smith) Nowik.  Henry was a New Britain resident before moving to Newington nineteen years ago.  He was employed in...

Oct 15, 2021

Pablo Cruz Leon, age 68, of Villalba, Puerto Rico, passed away on October 15, 2021 at Grandview Rehabilitation and Healthcare in New Britain, Connecticut.

Born on February 19, 1958 in Villalba, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Santos Cruz and Leonor Leon.

Pablo enjoyed wood working, drawing, fishing and being with his...

Oct 6, 2021

Jose Antonio Jusino, 65 was born in Brooklyn, New York but spent most of his childhood in San German, Puerto Rico. He resided in Jacksonville, Florida at the time of his death. Prior to his move to Jacksonville, he lived in New Britain for over two decades. He was predeceased by his wife Carmen Iris Velazquez-Jusino, mother Dominga Vega...

Oct 6, 2021

Michael Eugene Chambers, 63, of New Britain, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain.

Born in Massena, NY, he was the son of the late Howard and Yvonne (Martin) Chambers.  Michael was a U.S. Marine Veteran.  He was employed as a home improvement contractor.

Surviving are...

Oct 5, 2021

Nyla Bello, beloved infant daughter of Elias Ivan Bello and Becky Marie Arroyo of New Britain, passed away on Tuesday, October 5, 2021.

In addition to her parents, Nyla is survived by her grandparents, Jose Bello, Luz Bracetti, Jason Bracetti, Maria Ocasio and Pedro Mercado; and her aunts and uncles, Jayleen Bracetti, William Bracetti, Jaiden Bello, Izaiah...

Oct 4, 2021

Melvin A. Kline, 62, of Waterbury CT, passed away peacefully on Monday, Oct 4, 2021. Born in New Britain on April, 16, 1959, he was the son of Gladys (Kline) Gainey of New Britain and the late Charles Kline.  Melvin was a New Britain resident most of his life attended McCullough Temple in New Britain and Redeemer AME Zion...

Oct 1, 2021

Lorena G. Rose, age 66, passed away October 1, 2021.  She was born in Southington, CT, but resided in New Britain most of her life.  She leaves behind her loving husband (Eddie Rose).  She was predeceased by her mother (Kathleen Gorneault), father (Ron Lewis), and grandson (Malek Rose).  She also leaves behind a sister (Susan Johnsey).  She is survived...

Oct 1, 2021

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Sep 28, 2021

Kenneth J. Pina, 77, of New Britain, passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 28, 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family.  Born in New Britain on Nov. 14, 1943, and was the son of the late John and Lena Pina.  He was a member of St. Jerome Church.

Kenneth cherished spending time with his family.  He was...

Sep 27, 2021

Sally M. (Backiel, Salomeja) Benson of New Britain, who was born January 22, 1925, began her journey home to the Lord on Monday, Sept. 27, 2021.  She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family.  She will meet her husband, Philmore E. Benson, and daughter, Nancy Daoust in her new home who both left her too soon....