Obituaries

Jun 2, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Heidi Donovan—a loving Daughter, Mother, Sister, Aunt, and dear friend. Heidi left this world and her absence leaves a void in the lives of all who knew her.

She was predeceased by her beloved Father, Mark Jansen, and her Fiancé, Anthony Rivera—both of whom held sacred places in her...

May 30, 2025

Jose Manuel Rosado, 66, of Palmdale, CA, formerly of New Britain, CT, passed away on May 30, 2025 in California.

Born in Puerto Rico, he was a former New Britain resident before moving to California in 2004.  He was an alum of Central Connecticut State University with a Bachelors in Marketing and Business. Jose worked as a...

May 28, 2025

Norma Irizarry, 71, of New Britain, passed away at home on May 28, 2025. She leaves behind her beloved husband of 53 years, Heriberto Irizarry.  She was born in Adjuntas, PR on November 1, 1953 to the late Ramon and Blanca (Perez) Acevedo. Norma is predeceased by her first born Sandra Irizarry.

She enjoyed adult coloring, embroidery,...

May 18, 2025

Norman Paradis, 63, of New Britain passed away unexpectedly on May 18, 2025.  He was the son of the late Hattie (Guimond) and Felix Paradis Sr.

He is survived by his sister, Doris Dyer of Newington; three brothers, Alvo Paradis of Southington, Edgar Paradis of Bristol, and Victor Paradis of New Britain; and many nieces and nephews. ...

May 15, 2025

Evangelos K. Moutogiannis, 87, of Southington, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 15, 2025.  He leaves behind his beloved wife of 61 years, Aspasia.

Born in Doliana, Greece on December 3, 1937, he was the son of the late Konstandinos and Efrosini (Vastaki) Moutogiannis. Evangelos emigrated to the US in 1970 with his wife and young children....

May 14, 2025

Arline H. Conger, 88, of Higganum, widow of Arthur H. Conger, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at Midstate Medical Center in Meriden.

Born in New Britain, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Elsie (Dalke) Heinzmann. Arline was an East Berlin resident before moving to Higganum in 1983.  She was formerly employed as...

May 14, 2025

Rocco "Ric" Anthony Ferrara, age 97, widower of Mary Rose Rivers passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family on May 14, 2025.  Rocco was born on April 15, 1928 to the late Rocco and Catherine (Squillacote) Ferrara.  Rocco is predeceased by his sisters, Florence (Ferrara) DiDonna and Marie (Ferrara) DiDonna; brother, Joseph Ferrara; and his grandson,...

May 9, 2025

Dominic Michael Carlone Jr., 60, of Kensington, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully on Friday, May 9, 2025.  He was the devoted husband of Lisa (Houle) Carlone for 32 years.

Dominic was born in New Britain, CT on February 8, 1965. He was the son of the late Dominic Carlone Sr. and Christine (Albani) Carlone. He graduated from...

May 2, 2025

Donald R. Seifel, Sr., of Farmington, Connecticut and formerly of New Britain, Wethersfield, Avon and Cromwell, Connecticut was taken home to his Lord and Savior on May 2, 2025.  He was predeceased by his beloved wife of fifty-one years, Marilyn as well as his parents, Albert and Henrietta Seifel, three brothers, Harold, Richard and Larry Seifel and his sister...

May 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of

Luis "Berto" Aponte Sr.

January 11, 1963 – May 1, 2025

Luis "Berto" Aponte Sr., a beloved father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away at home in Berlin, Connecticut, on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at the age of 62.

Born and...

Apr 26, 2025

Pasqualina "Lee" (DiSabato) Giattino, 99, cherished wife of the late Leo D. Giattino, of Newington, passed away Saturday, April 26, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.

Lee was born in Bagnoli Irpino, Province of Avellino, Italy on November 25, 1925. She was the daughter of master carpenter Vincenzo DiSabato and Theodosia (Patrone). She came to the United...

Apr 25, 2025

Rosa Julia Cruz Santana, 71, of New Britain and Puerto Rico, passed away on April 25, 2025 in Puerto Rico.  She was the beloved wife of Antonio Cruz with whom she was married for 53 years.

Born in San German, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Felipe Santana and Maria Rodriguez.  Rosa was a...

Apr 23, 2025

Mary (Yessian) Abrahamian, 90 of New Britain, died peacefully on Wednesday, April 23. She was born on December 31,1934, at New Britain General Hospital to Shavarsh and Vartouhi (Pilibosian) Yessian, a survivor of the 1915 Armenian Genocide.

On July 9, 1955, Mary wed Gregory Abrahamian. They had four loving children, Lee of New York City, Diane (Dr....

Apr 18, 2025

Lorraine E. Clark, 91, of Berlin passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025 at the Village at Kensington Place in Meriden.  Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.

Apr 15, 2025

Elaine M. Arnett, 60, of New Britain, CT returned to her heavenly home on April 15, 2025.

Elaine M. Arnett was born on August 10, 1964 in Fort Kent, Maine.  She was preceded in death by her father, Richard P. Daigle, and is survived by her loving mother, Claire Daigle.  She is now reunited with her father,...

Apr 15, 2025

Mrs. Carolyn Wahlberg, 90, of New Britain, wife of the late Dr. Charles "Chuck" Wahlberg, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

She was born in New Britain to Gunnard and Elsie Johnson.  Carolyn graduated from Newington High School and attended Wheaton College in Illinois.

After college, she worked for American Airlines where she...

Apr 13, 2025

John Martin Maljanian, 94, of Newington, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at home on Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025. He was born at home in Westboro, MA to Martin and Takoohi Maljanian on December 9, 1930. His brothers Karnig and Mesrob worked alongside their father in the Sanitary Barber Shop while John pursued his Engineering Degree from WPI and later...

Apr 12, 2025

A. George Holyst, 85, of Southington, husband of Carol Holyst, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 12, 2025.

Born in New Britain, he was the son of the late George and Elvira (Ducki) Holyst.  George was a resident of Plainville before moving to Southington 38 years ago.  He was a member of the first graduating...

Apr 8, 2025

January 1, 1946- April 8, 2025

On Tuesday April 8th, surrounded by family, Jim peacefully went home to the Lord.

He was born on New Years Day in Derby, CT. He lived in Ansonia until he was 4 and then spent 10 years in Philadelphia before returning to CT for High School. He graduated from...

Apr 7, 2025

Dr. Ki Hoon Kim died peacefully in his sleep on April 7, 2025, under hospice care at Jerome Home in New Britain, CT.  He was born the oldest of two brothers and three sisters in 1933 in Taegu, South Korea. He earned a degree from Seoul National University before emigrating to the US in 1956, studied at New York...