Obituaries

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...

Apr 4, 2025

Henry Pabon Santana (aka Mudo), 60, of New Britain, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 4, 2025, at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain. Born in New Britain, he was the son of the late Jose Pabon and Maria (Santana) Pabon. Henry was a lifelong New Britain resident.

Henry attended the American School for the...

Apr 4, 2025

Patricia (Hartley) Reed, 78, of East Hartford, passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025 at Hartford Hospital.  Born in New Britain, she was the daughter of the late Richard W. Hartley Sr. and Pauline (Genthner) Hartley.  Patricia was formerly employed as a Registered Nurse, before retiring.  She enjoyed kayaking, the beach, and the ocean.

Surviving are two...

Apr 2, 2025

Yadriel Alexis Marvin passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. Calling hours and a funeral service will be held on Monday, April 7, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home; 411 So. Main Street, New Britain.

Apr 1, 2025

Angelita Espinosa Rodriguez passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Calling hours and a funeral service will be held on Monday, April 7, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home; 411 So. Main Street, New Britain. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in New Britain.

Mar 31, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Joseph Gulli, 55, who passed away on March 31, 2025.  Joseph was born on September 6, 1969 in New Britain, Connecticut where he resided before settling in Little Elm, Texas.  Joseph was a beloved father, son, brother and friend, known for his kindness, generosity, and infectious sense...

Mar 26, 2025

Lynette A. Bailey, 54, of Southington and former long time Plainville resident, died unexpectedly Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at home. Born in Bristol on May 17, 1970, she was the daughter of William A Bailey and Jane Delahunty Bailey of Venice, FL and her birth mother Lovina Spencer Bailey of Southington. She also leaves two brothers, William Bailey of...

Mar 23, 2025

James Anthony Coco, 66, of New Britain passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 23, 2025. Born in New Britain and a life-long resident, he was the son of the late Sebastian and Dorothy (Taricani) Coco. James was a graduate of E.C. Goodwin Technical High School and was a tool and die maker for more than...

Mar 21, 2025

Jose Rivera Jr., 48, of New Britain and Bristol passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025 at Waterbury Hospital. Born in  Bronx, New York he was the son of Jose Rios and Carmen Rivera.

Jose played high school basketball and baseball but loved his basketball and loved watching football. He was a big NY Giants fan and...

Mar 16, 2025

Sharon E. Gallagher, 74, of New Britain, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at Midstate Hospital.

She is survived by her three daughters, Bonnie Taricani of Tolland, CT, Lisa Whaples of Farmington, CT and Denise Whaples of West Springfield., MA; four grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. A special thanks to her aid of many years, Melissa...

Mar 16, 2025

Ana María Castro Cruz, de 82 años, residente de New Britain, Connecticut, falleció pacíficamente en su hogar, rodeada de su familia, el 16 de Marzo de 2025. Ana nació el 26 de Octubre de 1942 en Caguas, Puerto Rico, hija de los difuntos Marcelino Castro y Nicolasa Cruz. Le precedió en la muerte su amado esposo, Pedro J. Acevedo....

Mar 12, 2025

Domingo Hernandez Hernandez, 85, of New Britain, passed away on Wednesday March 12th surrounded by his loving family. Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, he was the son of Candida and Domingo Hernandez. He was formerly employed as a private chauffer for the government in Dominican Republic.

Surviving is his loving wife Alba Hernandez and his children...

Mar 12, 2025

Orlando Morales Arroyo passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. Calling hours and a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home; 411 So. Main Street, New Britain.

Mar 9, 2025

Hubert Lee Sanderson, 91, of Berlin, husband of Barbara (Walden) Sanderson, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 9, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.  Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Mar 7, 2025

En el amor: Antonio Alvarez Castró, Nació el 1 de Diciembre de 1960 en el Bronx en la ciudad de Nueva York. Falleció el 7 de Marzo de 2025 en la ciudad de Hartford Connecticut ,a la edad de 64 años anos. Hijo del Sr: Antonio Alvarez y la Sra: Julia Castro.  Antonio, se destaco por ser un  hombre...

Mar 7, 2025

Joseph A. DeSena, 86, beloved husband of Eleanore (Bernabucci) "Ellie"/"Nora" DeSena, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 7, 2025 after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. Born and raised in New Britain, CT, Joe was the son of the late Anthony and Rose (Yacobellis) DeSena. He proudly served in the Marines after attending New Britain High School.

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Mar 5, 2025

Genoveva Olea, 78, of Unionville, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family.  Born in Higuey, Dominican Republic, she was the daughter of the late Sotero Olea and Maria DeLeon Herrera.  Genoveva was formerly employed as a chef at her family restaurant.

Surviving are her children, Jorge Acosta Olea, Andy G....

Mar 4, 2025

Leon "Uncle" D. Darakjian, 86, of New Britain, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain. Born in Bagdad, Iraq, he was the son of the late Taniel and Mariam (Atamian) Darakjian.  Leon was a New Britain resident for the past 50 years and was known...