Obituaries

Leola S. Topshe

Leola S. Topshe

Jun 4, 2025

Leola (Sullivan) Topshe, 90, of Southington and formerly of East Charleston, Vermont, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert Topshe who predeceased her 25 years ago to the day in 2000.

Leola was born on December 24, 1934 in Hartford, CT to the late Leo and Evelyn (Walsh)...

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...

Very Reverend Joseph R. Krusienski

Very Reverend Joseph R. Krusienski

Jun 28, 2025

Very Reverend Joseph R. Krusienski, 75, of the Plantsville section of Southington, entered into the eternal rest of the Lord, on Saturday, June 28, 2025, with his children and close friends at his side at the HOCC after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. He was the devoted husband of Lorraine Drazba, who predeceased him just a few months ago...

Michael W. Myers

Michael W. Myers

Jun 28, 2025

Michael W. Myers, 79, of the Plantsville section of Southington, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at UConn Health Center. He was the loving husband of Kathleen (Campbell) Myers for 52 years.

Mike was born on March 12, 1946 in Gloucester, New Jersey to the late Raymond and Iva (Osborne) Myers. He grew up in Palmyra, Pennsylvania and graduated...

Douglas M. Wasik

Douglas M. Wasik

Jun 22, 2025

Douglas Michael Wasik, 80, of Southington, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 22, 2025. He was the loving and devoted husband of Cecile E. (Champagne) Wasik for 54 blessed years.

Doug was born in New Britain, CT on September 6, 1944 to the late Edward and Marion (Perzan) Wasik. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1965...

Lawrence E. Marshall

Lawrence E. Marshall

Jun 19, 2025

Lawrence Edward Marshall, 88, of Southington, CT, passed away peacefully at home on June 19, 2025 after a long courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

He was born on May 14, 1937 in Worcester, Massachusetts, the son of the late Harold and Olive (Cross) Marshall. He was a graduate of Commerce High School in Worcester, Massachusetts and served three years in the...

Rosalie M. Rich

Rosalie M. Rich

Jun 18, 2025

Rosalie M. (Donahue) Rich, 83, of Plantsville, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at MidState Medical Center.

Rosalie was born on April 17, 1942, in New Britain, to the late Thomas and Mary (Viele) Donahue. She attended schools in Southington and resided here most of her life, after her family moved from Bristol when she...

Jason R. Vaillancourt

Jason R. Vaillancourt

Jun 12, 2025

Jason “Jay” Romeo Vaillancourt, 51, of Southington, CT, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous two-year, six-and-a-half-month battle with pancreatic cancer.

Jay was born on October 1, 1973 in New Britain, CT to the late Romeo and Minnie Vaillancourt. He was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, uncle and son-in-law.

On May...

Elaine Mae Glatz

Elaine Mae Glatz

Jun 12, 2025

Elaine Mae (Martin) Glatz, 56, of Southington, passed away after a short brave battle on Thursday, June 12, 2025 at Hartford Hospital. 

She is survived by her husband, Chris J. Glatz and their daughter, Madison Mae Glatz, both of Southington. Elaine was born in New Britain, CT on May 25, 1969 and graduated from Southington High School, Class of 1987. 

She worked...