Samuel Delgado Jr.
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...
Henry "Hank" Poplaski
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...
Lee A. Gerlander
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;...
Mary D. Klukas
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...
Jeanette Thomas
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...
Michael Alexander Davis, Jr.
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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Jazmin Monique Tirado
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...
William E. Huber
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...
Jose Zuniga De Dios
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...
Scott A. Dubree
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...
Agnes B. Karanian
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...
Felicita Cotto
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...
Sean Paul Govola
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,...
Shirley Jakiela
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...
Ramon Cruz
Jun 3, 2021
Ramon Cruz, 74, of New Britain, passed away at home on Thursday, June 3, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Born in San German, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Carlos and Benigna Irizarry Cruz and was a New Britain resident for 49 years.
Surviving are his life time companion, Carmen (Vega) Cruz; two...
Charles Gregory Rodriguez
May 31, 2021
On Memorial Day, May 31st,2021 at 1:10am our beloved father and brother, Charles G. Rodríguez passed away into God’s graces after a long battle. A warrior throughout life, he was 65 years old, the son of Nieves and Leoncia Rodriguez. He was the youngest of nine children and a father of three beautiful children Jovan Ivette, Carla Rae and Charles...
John David Mcbean Jr.
May 26, 2021
In loving memory of my son, John David McBean Jr., affectionately known as “Buggie” to close friends and family. John was born on August 18, 1986 in Hartford CT, he passed away on Wednesday May 26, 2021 in the state of Maine in a car accident.
Son of John David McBean Sr. and Geraldine James-Myles, and step-son...
John Wesley Watkins
May 24, 2021
John Wesley Watkins “Johnny”, 62, of Newington, CT passed away peacefully on May 24, 2021 at the Veterans Administration Hospital in West Haven. Born in Trenton, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Robert and Jean Watkins.
He is survived by his loving companion, Dina Edwards; a son, Malik Watkins of Newington; a daughter, Tawana...
James George Tomasso
May 21, 2021
James George Tomasso, age 61, passed away peacefully on May 21 surrounded by his family after a brief but very courageous battle with cancer. Jim was born in New Britain, CT and is the son of Joy L. Tomasso and the late Angelo Tomasso, Jr. Jim graduated from Avon Old Farms School and attended Paul Smith’s College and Roger...
