Obituaries

Rita S. Clark

Rita S. Clark

Aug 19, 2025

Rita (Stollar) Clark, 104, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late George C. Clark Sr.

Rita was born on February 27, 1921, in Waterbury, CT to the late Andrew and Irene (Phelan) Stollar.

Rita graduated from Leavenworth High School in Waterbury with a concentration in domestic arts. She learned sewing, crocheting,...

Violet R. Agro

Violet R. Agro

Aug 12, 2025

Violet R. (Fralino) Agro, 76, of Southington, peacefully entered into eternal glory in Heaven on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at her home. She was the devoted wife of Robert D. Agro for 54 blessed years.

Violet was born on May 30, 1949 in Meriden, CT to the late Amilcare and Elizabeth (Wilcox) Fralino. She worked as the office manager at Torrey...

Lilly F. Molander

Lilly F. Molander

Aug 14, 2025

Lilly F. Molander, 96, of Marion, CT, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 14, 2025 at home. She was the beloved wife of the late Burton Molander.

Lilly was born on December 30, 1928 in New Britain, CT to the late Thure and Viola (Nyman) Frisk.

She is survived by her son, Thomas Molander of Marion, daughter, Laurie Yedynak (Stephen) of FL,...

Jonathan Michael Cappellino

Jonathan Michael Cappellino

Aug 14, 2025

Jonathan Michael Cappellino, 23, of Plainville, oldest son of Peter and Dawne (Schneider) Cappellino, unexpectedly took his last breath in our world and went to eternal rest and peace on Thursday, August 14, 2025.

Jonathan was a student at Plainville High School, earning his high school diploma, an accomplishment he was very proud of. Throughout his childhood, he was a member...

Richard J. Strickland

Richard J. Strickland

Aug 14, 2025

Richard (Dick) Strickland, 86 of Wallingford, formerly of Southington, died August 14, 2025 at Midstate Medical Center, following a short illness.

He was born in Benton Maine, Feb. 16, 1939, the son of Ida and Elwyn Strickland. He was a graduate of Skowhegan High School, and Central Connecticut State University. Dick honorably served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He...

Yolande Plourde

Yolande Plourde

Aug 9, 2025

Yolande Plourde, 94, of Southington, CT, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 9, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of quiet love, strong faith, and deep devotion to her family. She was the beloved wife of the late Armand “Pit” Plourde.

Yolande was born on June 26, 1931, in Canada, to the late Emile and Ida (Cyr) Clavet.

Family was most important to Yolande....

Patricia A. Mora

Patricia A. Mora

Aug 3, 2025

Patricia Ann (Martell) Mora, 72, of Palm Coast, FL and formerly of Southington, CT, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at the Halifax Hospice Center. She was the beloved wife of the late Jose L. Mora who predeceased her in 2013.

Patricia was born on April 30, 1953 in Saint Albans, Vermont to the late Herbert and Mary (Reynolds)...

Priscilla Ciaffaglione

Priscilla Ciaffaglione

Aug 2, 2025

Priscilla (George) Ciaffaglione, 75, of the Marion section of Southington, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, August 2, 2025. She was the loving wife of John Ciaffaglione for over 30 years.

Priscilla was born on October 22, 1949 in New York City to the late Louis George Sr. and Luz (Melendez) George. She worked as an insurance underwriter for...

Devin J. Leary

Devin J. Leary

Jul 28, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Devin Leary, 58, of Newington, Connecticut, who left us far too soon on Monday, July 28, 2025, as the result of a motor vehicle accident. 

 Beloved Father, Husband, Son, Brother, Uncle, Grandfather and Friend. 

Devin was a man who lived life wide open—always up for an adventure, quick with a laugh,...

Karen E. Rudolewicz

Karen E. Rudolewicz

Jul 25, 2025

Karen E. (Munson) Rudolewicz, 74, of Bristol, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 25, 2025. She was the devoted wife of Bruce Rudolewicz for 47 years.

Karen was born on August 14, 1950 in Southington to the late Walter and Claire (Crandall) Munson.

She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from CCSU and worked as a paraprofessional in the Plainville School...

Agnes A. Koss

Agnes A. Koss

Jul 24, 2025

Agnes A. (Dabkowski) Koss, 88, of the Plantsville section of Southington, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at the Summit of Plantsville. She was the loving and devoted wife of Richard L. Koss for 66 blessed years.

Agnes was born on November 24, 1936 in New Britain, CT to the late Joseph and Theodesia (Dumin) Dabkowski.

She worked at Stanley...

Ruth D. Johnson

Ruth D. Johnson

Jul 24, 2025

Ruth D. Johnson, of Southington, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at the age of 82.

Ruth worked as a private duty nurse for many years before her retirement and she enjoyed volunteering at the American Red Cross. She was known for her compassionate nature and giving spirit. She will be missed by everyone that knew her.

Ruth leaves behind...

William G. Van Gorder

William G. Van Gorder

Jul 23, 2025

William George “Butch” Van Gorder, of Southington, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. He was the devoted husband of Margaret Jeanne “Peggy” (Miner) Van Gorder for 60 years.

William was born on March 17, 1942, in New Britain to the late Alden and Dorothy (Putney) Van Gorder.

Bill graduated from New Britain High School in 1961 and...

Stanley J. Pac Jr.

Stanley J. Pac Jr.

Jul 20, 2025

Stanley J. Pac Jr., 72, of Southington, CT, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 20, 2025. He was the loving husband of the late Dale M. (Raymond) Campochiaro Pac for 37 years.

Stanley was born on October 15, 1952 in New Britain to the late Stanley J. Pac Sr. and Genevieve (Gorski) Pac.

He graduated from New Britain High School, Class of...

George E. Roberge

George E. Roberge

2025

George Roberge, age 83, a longtime resident of Southington, CT entered into eternal rest on July 18, 2025 after a brief illness.

George is survived by his sons, Chris (Kathleen) of Branford, CT and Scott (Christine) of Cromwell, CT and his beloved grandchildren, Sara, Jack and Belle. He is also survived by three brothers. George was predeceased by his wife of...

Daniel McCarthy

Daniel McCarthy

Jul 17, 2025

Daniel Kevin Patrick McCarthy, 70, of Southington, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at his home after a short illness. He was the loving husband of Janet (Dziedzic) McCarthy for 15 blessed years.

Dan was born on April 26, 1955 in Marlborough, MA to the late Leo and Irene (Fairbanks) McCarthy. He graduated from Bacon Academy in Colchester, CT and...

Frederick Tipper Angliss Jr.

Frederick Tipper Angliss Jr.

Jul 13, 2025

Frederick Tipper Angliss Jr., 77, of Cheshire, CT and formerly of San Anselmo, CA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 13, 2025 at HOCC at New Britain. He was the beloved husband of Pamela (Nunn) Angliss for 58 years.

Fred was born on November 26, 1947 in Bridgeport, CT to the late Frederick T. Angliss Sr. and Judith (Sullivan) Angliss. He...

Marjorie L. LaRochelle

Marjorie L. LaRochelle

Jul 12, 2025

Marjorie L. (Harrison) LaRochelle, 98, of Meriden, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, July 12, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was the loving wife of Maurice LaRochelle for over 60 years.

Marjorie was born on October 24, 1926 in West Haven, CT to the late William and Nina (Brockett) Harrison. She worked at New Departure and eventually retired...

John J. Wojcik

John J. Wojcik

Jul 5, 2025

 John “Pop” Wojcik, 85, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, in Cheshire, CT after a courageous battle with cancer. Surrounded by his loving family in his final moments, he left this world with the same quiet strength and warmth that defined his life. 

Born on December 7, 1939, in Granville, New York, John was the beloved son of the late Stella...

Dora L. Mayette

Dora L. Mayette

Jul 3, 2025

Dora L. (Wight) Mayette, 69, of Southington, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, July 3, 2025 with her family by her side. She was the loving wife of Stephen Mayette Sr. for 52 years.

Dora was born on March 28, 1956 in New Britain to the late Everette and Dorothy (Ouellet) Wight. She worked as a supervisor at Economy...