Antoinette P. Bartley
Sep 24, 2026
Antoinette Patricia (Getske) Bartley, 90, of Westerly RI formerly of Jamestown, RI and Bonita Springs FL passed away on September 24, 2026. She was born in 1936 in Hartford, CT to her parents, Joseph and Emily (Mechachonis) Pitkauskas and stepdad Edward Pitkauskas. She worked as an executive secretary for the State of CT.
Antoinette was preceded in death by her husband...
Ricardo Aponte-Rivera
Sep 25, 2026
Ricardo Aponte-Rivera, 70, of New Britain, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
Born in Caguas, Puerto Rico, he was the son of Francisco Cotto and Maria Luisa Rivera. Ricardo was a former resident of Boston, MA before moving to New Britain in 1991. Ricardo served as a Chaplain and Pastor in the greater New Britain area. He...
Jose M. Nieves
Sep 22, 2026
José M. Nieves Sr., affectionately known by many as “Cheo,” passed away on September 22, 2026, at the age of 93. A devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, pastor, missionary, elder, and friend, José leaves behind a legacy deeply rooted in faith, family, service, and an extraordinary love for people.
Born on June 4, 1933, in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, José was...
Kenarig Zamgochian
Sep 21, 2026
Kenarig Bekelian Zamgochian passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 21, 2026, after an incredible 97 years. She was born in Damascus, Syria to Armenian Genocide survivors, where she gained her strong and resilient character.
Throughout her life Kenarig put family and those she cared about first. She lived through breadlines and an oppressive government in Soviet Armenia, where she...
Jordan Careb Joseph Thomas Jr.
Aug 30, 2026
Jordan Careb Joseph Thomas Jr., 23, of New Britain, unexpectedly passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2026. He was born on May 19, 2003, in Farmington, Connecticut. He was employed by Falvey Linen Supply, East Hartford, CT. Jordan had a great love for sports like no other. He is predeceased by his father, Jordan Thomas. He is survived by grandparents...
Carol Morales Rivera
Sep 17, 2026
Carol Morales Rivera was born on 21 March 1968 in San German, Puerto Rico to Brunilda Madera Morales and José “Lico” Morales. At a young age, her family moved to New York City and eventually made their way to New Britain, Connecticut, where she would spend the vast majority of her life. She was vibrant, silly, extroverted, and inquisitive, and...
Sergio Ortiz
Sep 9, 2026
Sergio Ortiz, 51, of Davenport, FL, passed away on September 9, 2026. He was born in Puerto Rico and was formerly employed as a truck driver.
Surviving are his wife, Lillian Ortiz; daughters, Brittney Ortiz and Jescilia; sons, Sergio Jr. and Jayden; grandson, Lucas Ortiz; his mother, Margarita Colon-Ortiz; sisters, Wanda Ortiz and Eva Ortiz; brother, Julio; step brother, Jesus; many...
Geraldine Ann Kuronya
Sep 6, 2026
Geraldine Ann (Kozikowski) (Fuschillo) Kuronya passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Sunday, September 6, 2026. She was born in New Britain on March 26, 1942 to parents James and Mary Fuschillo.
She was predeceased by her first husband, Albin C. Kozikowski, her granddaughter, Alison Kozikowski and her stepson, Joseph Kuronya Jr.
Gerry leaves her loving husband, of 38...
Ines Alicea
Sep 2, 2026
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ines Alicea of New Britain, CT, who passed away peacefully on September 2, 2026, at the age of 54. Ines was born on August 6, 1972, in New Jersey, to Juan Morales and Norma Parissi. She was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and friend who...
Dennis Roy Collins Sr.
Aug 30, 2026
Dennis Roy Collins Sr., 82, formerly of New Britain and most recently of Winsted, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2026 surrounded by the love of his family. He was the son of the late Robert and Roberta (Richardson) Collins.
Dennis was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and man of strong faith. He loved his family above all else and...
Donald D. Cmuchowski
Aug 25, 2026
Donald D. Cmuchowski, 75, of New Britain passed away on August 25, 2026. He was the son of the late Vincent A. and Rose (Osipowicz) Cmuchowski.
Donald was employed as a groundskeeper at St. George Greek Orthodox Church in New Britain.
He survived by a brother, Vincent G. Cmuchowski and his wife Linda; and two sisters, Cindy Colello and Carol Spooner and...
Charles Nishan Hovsepian
Aug 18, 2026
Charles Nishan Hovsepian, 81, of New Britain, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2026, with his sister by his side.
Born in New Britain, Charles was the son of the late Charles and Sarah (Simonian) Hovsepian. A lifelong resident of New Britain, he was a graduate of Syracuse University. Charles enjoyed a successful career as a business executive and retired from...
Rex Porter Schirmer
Aug 13, 2026
Integrity, humor, kindness, and an open heart defined the way Rex Porter Schirmer lived and how he treated everyone who was part of his life.
A graduate of Dartmouth College and Harvard Business School, Rex was never defined by his resume. He spoke far more about his relationships with people he met there and the experiences he shared with them than...
Santa Gonzalez Blanco
Aug 13, 2026
On August 13, 2026, at the age of 88, Santa Gonzalez Blanco, of New Britain, Connecticut, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, passing away peacefully at home just like she wished. While the “Long Goodbye” was difficult for those who loved her, our hearts are full knowing that she is reunited with the love of her life,...
Vaughn P. Allen
Aug 12, 2026
Vaughn Philip Allen, 83, of Newington passed away at home with loved ones on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
Born in Topsfield, Maine, he was the only son of 4 children born to Thomas and Vera (Hodsdon) Allen.
Vaughn was an Army veteran serving in the Vietnam Era. Vaughn traveled to countries like Germany and England where he continued to learn his trade...
Maria Herrera De Leon
Aug 11, 2026
With profound love and sadness, the family of Maria Herrera De Leon announces her passing on August 11, 2026, at the extraordinary age of 100. Maria lived a century of life marked by strength, generosity, service to others, and, above all, an immense love for her family.
Maria was born on April 9, 1926, in the Dominican Republic, to Antolin Herrera...
Laura Marie Savona
Aug 11, 2026
Laura Marie Savona was born in New Britain, CT on August 21, 1960. She was a happy baby with a big challenge. She was born with Spina Bifida. Despite that, she was able to go to a regular school, Smalley Elementary School, eventually graduating from New Britain High School. While health issues got in the way of college, she found...
