Wilfredo Rivera Saavedra
Jun 23, 2026
Wilfredo Rivera, 58, a lifelong resident of New Britain passed away unexpectedly on June 23, 2026 at home.
Wilfredo was born on January 21, 1968 in San German, Puerto Rico. He is predeceased by his mother, Ada Iris Rivera, who he loved and adored to the fullest. Wilfredo worked at C and S Wholesale Grocers in Windsor Locks until his passing.
Surviving...
Velma L. Brown
Jun 22, 2026
Velma Lorain Brown, age 105, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026 with her daughter by her side. She is the mother to Gerri Brown Springer and LaTonya Brown Thompson. Funeral services for Velma will be held on Friday, July 3, 2026 at 10 AM at St. Matthew Church, 8601 Wade Park Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio. She will be laid to...
Rev. Nannie Lou Lampkin
Jun 21, 2026
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Reverend Nannie Lou Lampkin
April 26, 1929 – June 21, 2026
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, Peggy and Christine, together with our family, announce the passing of our cherished mother, grandmother, and beloved matriarch, Reverend Nannie Lou Lampkin. Nannie passed away peacefully of natural causes at her home on Sunday,...
Philip D. Beresford
Jun 20, 2026
Philip D. Beresford, 69, a life-long New Britain resident, died unexpectedly on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at Silver Springs Care Center in Meriden.
Surviving are three brothers, Peter L. Beresford, Ronald E. Beresford, and Rev. Deacon Moses Beresford (James); and several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 26, 2026 at 11 AM at St. George...
Miguel Angel Ocasio
Jun 10, 2026
Miguel Angel Ocasio, 74, of New Britain, passed away at home on June 10, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.
Surviving are his wife, Maria Felix, and six children, Elsa Ocasio, Miguel Ocasio, David Ocasio, Andres Claudio, Danny Claudio, and Yesenia Claudio. Also surviving are eight grandchildren, Sandy Bell Quiroz, Keylia Ocasio, Joelice Ocasio, Miguel Ocasio Jr., Aliah Williams, Danelys Ocasio,...
Evelyn Pawlina
Jun 6, 2026
The world became a little quieter on June 6, 2026, when Evelyn Pawlina entered eternal rest after a courageous battle with lung cancer, which later spread to her brain. Evelyn faced her illness with remarkable strength, grace, and determination. Even in her hardest moments, she continued to show love, protect her family, and bring comfort to those around her.
Born on...
Anahid K. Firkatian
May 11, 2026
Anahid Krikor Firkatian, 92, of West Hartford, passed away on May 11, 2026 at Brookdale in West Hartford.
Anahid was born in Burgas, Bulgaria. She was the child of Genocide survivors: Iskouhi Bedonian Yahanajian and Krikor Bedonian. She experienced life under Bulgaria’s monarchy and then under the Communist regime. She survived the Soviet take over of the country and the indifference...
Kathleen Wild
May 10, 2026
Kathleen Wild, 68, of New Britain, passed away on May 10, 2026 at the Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain, with family by her side, after a brief battle with cancer. She was the wife of Kim Mike Wild.
Kathy was born on July 28, 1957 in New Britain to Henry and Marion (Gatti) Marut. Kathy was a lifelong resident of...
Luis A. Ortiz
May 4, 2026
Luis A. Ortiz, 58, of New Britain, Connecticut, passed away on May 4, 2026. Born in Bronx, New York, Luis carried with him a strong spirit, a deep love for his family, and a gift for helping others throughout his life.
Luis was a devoted husband to Mirian Mendez and a proud father to Giovanni Ortiz and Michael Ortiz. He was...
Nereida "Rai" Fernandez
May 3, 2026
With deep love and sorrow, we celebrate the life of Nereida lovingly nicknamed Rai, an extraordinarily strong, intelligent, and determined woman whose love and resilience touched everyone who knew her.
Rai was the kind of person who made things happen. Creative and hardworking, she often turned her talents into crafting businesses and side ventures, always finding ways to provide, build, and...
Joseph P. Valenti Jr.
May 1, 2026
Joseph P. Valenti Jr., 87, beloved husband of Cheryl Wolf, passed away at home on Friday, May 1, 2026. He was born on February 9, 1939 in Waterbury, CT, one of two children born to the late Joseph P. and Rachel (Mazzei) Valenti.
Joseph earned his B.S. and a Master’s Degree from UCONN in Business Administration. Joseph was a U.S. Army...
Maria Torres
Apr 29, 2026
Maria Torres, 80, of New Britain, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at Complete Care in Meriden.
Born in San Sebastian, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Santos Rodriguez. Maria was a New Britain resident most of her life and was formerly employed at New Britain General Hospital. She was a member of the Christian Pentecostal Church.
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Peter Carl DeSeno
Apr 29, 2026
With deep love and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Peter Carl DeSeno, who passed away on Wednesday, April 29th, 2026 at the age of 88.
Born and raised in New Britain, Peter was a true product of his roots—proud of his Italian-American heritage and the tight-knit neighborhood that shaped him. Family wasn’t just important to him, it was everything....
Isolene Pansy Campbell
Apr 25, 2026
Isolene Pansy Campbell, 78, of 58 Greenfield Avenue, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Access Care, in home Hospice care, where she was taken care of by her caregivers Derrick Donovan Campbell and Juliet Campbell-Taylor, after a long illness. She was born May 8, 1947, to the late Clifton Barnes and Eulalee Senior of the Parish...
Bernard F. "Bernie" Sniadack Jr.
Apr 24, 2026
Bernard F. “Bernie” Sniadack Jr., 76, of Plainville, Connecticut, went home to be with the Lord on April 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in New Britain, CT to the late Bernard F. Sniadack Sr. and Phyllis (Bailey) Sniadack, he lived a life grounded in faith, strength and quiet devotion.
Bernie proudly served in the United States...
Adeline "Addie" Nielson
Apr 22, 2026
Adeline “Addie” Nielson, 95, originally from Hamtramck, Michigan and a resident of New Britain for over forty years, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at Autumn Lake in New Britain.
Addie entered the nursing profession at the age of thirty-none, earning an associate degree in nursing from E.C. Goodwin Technical School and New Britain General Hospital. She worked in several...
Sultana "Susie" Peterson
Apr 22, 2026
Sultana “Susie” (Teranes) Peterson, age 102, died on April 22, 2026, due to old age complications. She was born in Bristol, CT, on June 20, 1923, one of three daughters of the late Anthony Teranes and Anna (Demos) Teranes Lewis, immigrants from Lesbos, Greece. After Anthony's death, she became the stepdaughter of the late John G. Lewis.
Susie attended trade school...
Eduardo AJ Basigalup
Apr 19, 2026
Eduardo AJ Basigalup, 93, of New Britain, Connecticut, passed on April 19, 2026. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Eduardo dedicated 40 years of service to his community as a security officer at New Britain General Hospital before retirement.
He found his greatest joy in the beauty of life, taking pride in his vibrant rose garden, traveling with his family, and savoring...
Alicia Sosa De Jesus
Apr 10, 2026
Alicia Sosa De Jesus, age 72, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026, in Hartford, Connecticut. She was born in Río Piedras, Puerto Rico, and carried her love for family, culture, and community with her throughout her life.
Alicia was the loving companion of Ismael Cabrera. She is survived by her son, Melvin Cabrera and his wife, Zoraida Cabrera, as well...
