Obituaries

Jul 30, 2021

Elizabeth (Hovhanessian) Kalagian, 99, of Newington, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 30, 2021. Born February 17, 1922, and raised in New Britain, Elizabeth, known as "Lizzie" or "Betty" was the oldest of five children to the late Hagop “Jacob” and Osanna (Manoogian) Hovhanessian. Elizabeth attended New Britain Schools, graduating from New Britain High School. Elizabeth’s happiest times were...

Jul 30, 2021

Elizabeth (Hovhanessian) Kalagian, 99, of Newington, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 30, 2021. Born February 17, 1922, and raised in New Britain, Elizabeth, known as "Lizzie" or "Betty" was the oldest of five children to the late Hagop “Jacob” and Osanna (Manoogian) Hovhanessian. Elizabeth attended New Britain Schools, graduating from New Britain High School. Elizabeth’s happiest times were...

Jul 26, 2021

Carmen Rosa Rivera passed away peacefully surrounded by her children and family at the Hospital of Central CT on July 26 2021.  She leaves behind her sons Jose and Anthony Rivera of Bristol, her daughter Damaris Rivera of Michigan, her grandchildren Angelica and Joseph, and her brothers and sisters and nieces and nephews whom she loved unconditionally.

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Jul 25, 2021

Thorsten L. “Turk” Wennberg Jr., 90, of Bristol, husband of Marlene Wennberg, passed away peacefully at home on July 25, 2021.

Born in New Britain, he was the son of the late Thorsten L. Wennberg Sr. and Greta (Johnson) Wennberg.   Turk was a New Britain resident before moving to Bristol in 1962.  He was a U.S. Air...

Jul 24, 2021

It’s with broken hearts we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Eleanor A. (Conti) Shaw on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at the age of 91.  She was surrounded by her loving family while taking her final breath.  Eleanor was the loving wife of Robert A. Shaw to whom she was married to for 51 years until Bob’s passing...

Jul 18, 2021

Samuel Delgado Jr., 22, of New Britain, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 18, 2021.  Born in New Britain, he was a life long resident.  Samuel was an avid fan of the New England Patriots, Boston Red Sox and Boston Celtics.  He enjoyed spending time with his brothers and sisters, especially playing video games with them.

Surviving...

Jul 17, 2021

Henry R. “Hank” (Poplawski) Poplaski, a lifetime resident of New Britain, passed away Saturday, July 17, 2021, after a brief illness while in Hartford Hospital. “Hank”, as he was most well known by friends and customers, was an automotive repair business owner of Hank’s Automotive on Farmington Avenue for 60 years. He dutifully served thousands of individuals and businesses...

Jul 16, 2021

Lee Gerlander of Tolland, died Friday, July 16, 2021. He was born in New Britain, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alf Gerlander, and was a resident of Tolland for the past 56 years. Lee was preceded in death by his wife, and son, Randal. He is survived by his son, Todd Gerlander; daughter, Kristin Gerlander; sister, Dale;...

Jul 14, 2021

Mary D. Klukas, 97, of New Britain, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 14 th at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain. She was the wife of the late Arnold Klukas and enjoyed 58 years of marriage with him before his passing in 2004.

Born in Rocky Hill, she was the daughter of the late...

Jul 9, 2021

Jeanette (Owens) Thomas, 75, was called home peacefully Friday, July 9th, 2021, in her home, among her family. Jeanette was born on August 6, 1945 in Troy, Alabama.  She was the daughter of Robert Lee and Alline (Brocton) Owens.  She was a dedicated home childcare provider for over twenty years. She was also an active church member in the...

Jun 30, 2021

Michael Alexander Davis Jr. of New Britain, Connecticut, was born on September 19, 1984 in Kingston, Jamaica, West Indies to Michael Alexander Davis Sr. and Norma Mohamed Patterson. He was affectionately known by his family and close friends as “Popsy ”. Michael transcended on June 30, 2021 at Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospital in New York.

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Jun 28, 2021

Jazmin Monique Tirado, 28, of New Britain, passed away on June 28, 2021 at Hartford Hospital with her family by her side.

Jazmin was a loving mother of 3 who she loved dearly with all her heart, a beloved daughter and friend to everyone.  She was always a positive person no matter the circumstances around her.  She...

Jun 24, 2021

William “Bill” Huber, Sr. passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 24 th at the Hospital of Central Connecticut at the age of 94.  He was the devoted husband of his wife of 61 years, Carol (Nyquist) Huber.  Bill was a life-long resident of New Britain and the son of the late Joseph and Lena Huber.

Bill was...

Jun 23, 2021

José Zúñiga de Dios peacefully entered into eternal life on Wednesday June 23, 2021, surrounded by his devoted wife, Adelina, his children, grandchildren  and family friends at home. José was born on March 15,1936 to Francisco Zúñiga Perez and Guadalupe De Dios Martinéz in Axutla, Puebla, Mexico. José met the love of his life Adelina Delgado Gutiérrez and shared...

Jun 17, 2021

Scott A. Dubree (aka Scottie Budweiser), 56, joined his heavenly family unexpectedly on June 17 th , 2021 while doing what he loved most, working outdoors helping his family.  Scott was born in New Britain, CT to the late Earl W. Dubree and Judy (Odrick) Dubree. He lived the first half of his life in New Britain and later...

Jun 15, 2021

Agnes B. Karanian, 97, of New Britain, Connecticut passed away on June 15, 2021.

Agnes was born in 1924 in Pawtucket, RI, to Osgean and Houstian Barsoian. Her parents were both from the Sebastia region of Armenia, and were survivors of the Armenian Genocide. Agnes was their first-born child in the US.

Agnes was predeceased...

Jun 14, 2021

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Jun 5, 2021

Felicita Cotto, 84, of Bristol, passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at home surrounded by her loving family.  She was the widow of Jesus Cotto.

Born in Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of Cristobal Ortiz and Pefecta Espada Ortiz.  Felicita was a New Britain resident most of her life and was a Baptized Christian.  She...

Jun 4, 2021

Sean Paul Govola, 39, of New Britain, Connecticut passed away suddenly on June 4, 2021.

Visitation will be from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home located at 411 S. Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051.  There will be a funeral Mass starting at 9:30 am on Wednesday, June 16,...

Jun 3, 2021

Shirley Ann Jakiela died on June 3rd, 2021 at the age of 84. Born on 11-11-36, Shirley was a life-long resident of Southington, CT and was the adopted daughter of the late Irving and Anna Fallon.

In her youth Shirley was a gymnast, dancer and majorette and owned her own dance studio. She went on to work...