All Obituaries

Gerald E. Stevens “Chuck” “G-Rock”, as he was known by many, was called home to the Lord, on January 18, 2023. He was born in Manchester, CT to Gerald Stevens and Theresa Stevens (Robinson). He is survived by his parents Gerald (Barbara) Stevens, Theresa Stevens, grandmother Geraldine Stevens of Lake Wales, FL., his dear friend John Claudio, his sister Patricia (Eric) Burr, brother, James Stevens and sister, Brenda(Steve) Stevens-Warenycia. Gerald also leaves behind...

Randall “Randy” S. Dumas, 77, of Manchester, CT died peacefully at home with his loving family by his side on Wednesday, January 11, 2023.  Randall was born on April 29, 1945, son of the late Norman and Phyllis Dumas of East Hartford, CT.  Randall leaves behind a loving wife of 56 years - Nadine Dumas, a predeceased and much missed son Randall B. Dumas, daughter Renee Dumas, and granddaughter Penelope Dumas.  He also leaves behind two brothers: Phillip Dumas and...

Hazel L. Clement (Meyerhoff) 103 of Manchester, CT passed away on January 7, 2023.  Born on February 25, 1919 in New York City to George and Louise Meyerhoff (Fadden), Hazel moved to Manchester in the early 1960s and retired from the insurance industry in 1994.  Survivors include a son John, daughter Mary, several grandchildren, a sister-in-law Linda Meyerhoff and many nieces and nephews.  Hazel was predeceased by her loving sisters Ethyl, Ruth, Olive, devoted brothers...

John D. Queen Jr., “Skip”, 83 of Hebron passed away at home, Thursday, January 5, 2023, surrounded by his family.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Joyce (Lyman) Queen. Skip was born April 6, 1939, son of the late John and Virginia (Benard) Queen and lived in Hebron since the early 1940’s.  He grew up on Amston Lake and had fond memories of walking the train tracks that ran through town, rummaging around the distillery, jumping off the balcony of...

Phyllis L. (Sandberg) Gordon, 97, formerly of Manchester, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2022 at Vernon Manor, with family at her side. Wife of the late Robert J. Gordon, Jr., Phyllis was born on August 8, 1925, daughter of the late Harry T. and Ethel (Fisher) Sandberg.      Phyllis grew up in East Glastonbury and attended the town’s one room schoolhouse. She graduated from Glastonbury High School after which she worked for Hamilton Standard on the teletype...

MaryAnn Pazianos Satryb of Palm Harbor, Florida, died peacefully on December 6, 2022, surrounded by family. She joined her beloved husband of 49 years, Bernhardt “Bernie” Louis Satryb, who predeceased her a year ago in 2021. Endlessly creative, generous, and engaged with her community, MaryAnn was born in Manchester, CT on December 21, 1928, the first of three children of George and Anna (Kopteros) Pazianos. She graduated with honors from Manchester High School in 1946 and...

Kenneth N. Tedford (79) passed away unexpectedly on December 2, with his family at his side. He was born June 26, 1943 to Harold and Doris (Dowding) Tedford. Ken lived most of his life in Manchester, CT and graduated from Manchester High School in 1961. He attended Upper Iowa University and The University of Connecticut School of Law. He retired from the state as an Assistant Attorney General, specializing in environmental and transportation law. He served on the Manchester town board...

Marion H. (Hurlburt) Tobias, 95, died peacefully on November 7, 2022 at Manchester Manor in Manchester. Marion was born in Hartford on June 2,1927 the daughter of Frederick “Fred” and Henrietta “Etta” Hurlburt of Manchester.  She graduated from Manchester High School (1944).  She was previously married to John G. M. Tobias in 1947, who predeceased her in 1989, and they had 5 children together. Marion was a diligent Bible student and was baptized as one of...

Barry S. Chambers, 81, beloved husband of Priscilla G. Chambers, of Bolton passed away on November 1, 2022 at Saint Francis Hospital.  He was born in Manchester, CT to Clarence and Olive Smith Chambers. On September 21st, 1968 he was married to Priscilla Gibson of the Priscilla Gibson School of Dance Arts. Barry is survived by his wife Priscilla of 44 years, his son, Christopher, wife Barbara and their daughter, Olive, as well as his sister Claire, her husband Richard...

Dorothy (Rybic) Ostrout of Manchester passed away peacefully on Monday, October 31, 2022 at the age of 97. She was the beloved wife for 62 years of Elmer H. Ostrout Jr., who passed away on November 6, 2009. Throughout her life, she instilled the gifts of love, happiness, caring and creativity into her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a long-time member of Center Congregational Church in Manchester where she served as church secretary for many years. Her enjoyment...