All Obituaries

Robert E. Emrick, 86, of Manchester, previously of East Hartford, beloved husband to the late Faith (Yoo) Emrick, passed away peacefully Monday, August 5, 2019. Bob was born in Hartford on May 10, 1933 to the late Elmer G. and Henrietta (Clark) Emrick. Bob grew up in Manchester before moving to East Hartford for some time before moving back to Manchester where he has resided since. Bob was stationed in Germany during the Korean War as he proudly served his country with the United States...

Rita Marie (Picard) Desjardins, 86 of Manchester beloved wife of the late Louis Desjardins and mother of the late Tina Desjardins, passed away Saturday, August 3, 2019 at home with her family at her side. Rita was born in Grand Falls, New Brunswick, Canada, on April 11, 1933 daughter of the late Levite and Marie (Bois) Picard. Prior to retiring she was the manager of the Fotomat Store in Bloomfield and West Hartford for over ten years. Rita enjoyed playing bingo at St. Justin Church in...

Ellen (Ellie) Cadder Putira, 85, of Manchester, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2019 with her family by her side. Born March 19, 1934 in East Hartford, CT daughter of the late Mae (Horan) and Robert Cadder. She was an active member of Assumption Church in Manchester – volunteering with the Ladies Guild and yelling “Bingo!” most Tuesday nights. She is survived by her beloved husband of 62 years Francis (Frank) Putira and her five loving daughters: Mary Putira Snow of...

Christopher Lloyd Henry, 26, went home to join the angels above on Thursday July 25, 2019. Chris was born on the 19th of May in Bristol, Connecticut to parents Marisol and David Henry. Chris can be remembered for his athleticism. He was always on the move whether it was track in high school, a bike for exercise, or his truck to do his favorite job. Chris made sure he lived his best life by accomplishing many things. He graduated from Cheney Tech where his trade of interest was carpentry, he...

Jose Antonio Rivas Madera, 42, of Manchester, CT passed Thursday, July 18, 2019. Born in Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Jose Antonio Rivas DelValle and Ruth Ivette Madera Ramon. He was the beloved husband of Carmen Rivas who he held close to his heart. Jose enjoyed hiking with his wife Carmen and son Meyson. He also enjoyed riding bicycles and motorcycles. Besides his beloved wife, he leaves his three sons, 4 years old Meyson Antonio Rivas; 13 years old Jordan Rivas Figueroa; 9...

Belle Baron Zucker passed away peacefully at age 96 years old at the Hebrew Center for Health and Rehabilitation in West Hartford, CT surrounded by her family. Belle was born April 10, 1923 in Brooklyn, New York to Hyman and Ida Baron. She graduated from Brown's Business College after finishing high school. She met Max her beloved late husband of 46 years and got married in 1949 in New York City, after a blind date and a brief engagement. Along with her husband she was also predeceased...

Oscar J. Forand, 87, of Manchester, beloved husband to the late Beverly J. Forand, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 27, 2019 at home, with his family by his side. Oscar was born in Norwich on October 16, 1931 to the late Oscar and Mary (Zashut) Forand. Oscar was quite the family man. Continuously looking out and caring for them. He was a great father, a hard worker and an excellent provider for his family. He was an outstanding character. His sense of humor and glowing personality...

Sharif S Hicks of Moosup Connecticut passed away on Monday, July 1, 2019. She was born on July 29, 1970 in Providence Rhode. She was the daughter of the late Frank Donia and Nora Mello. She is survived by her children she held so dear to her heart, Joel Cavanagh, Savannah Crum, Anthony Hicks, Alexia Freitas, Thomas Rodgers, and Grandson Joel Junior Cavanagh. She is also survived by her siblings Cathy Parks, Kenneth Lucia, Alicia Overstreet, Daymar Freitas. For all of us you gave your best,...

Rosalie “Lee” (Troge) Whitesell passed away peacefully at Rockville General Hospital, on June 4, 2019, surrounded by her family. She was the widow of Chadwick Whitesell, and the mother of seven children, eighteen grandchildren, and fourteen great grandchildren. Lee was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. to Mae (Dineen) Brown and Henry R. Troge. She grew up in St. Albans, N.Y. and spent summers in Rocky Point on the shore of the Long Island Sound. She brought her children there every summer....

Larry J. Pouliot, 93, of Manchester, beloved husband of the late Cathy Pouliot died peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 8, 2019. He was born on September 27, 1925 in Lewiston, Maine son of the late Arthur and Lea (Dennis) Pouliot. Larry was a veteran of the US. Navy. He was employed by the East Hartford Board of Education for over 30 years. He enjoyed watching western movies, collecting antique bottles and he spent much time at the Manchester Senior Center. Larry is survived by his two...