Maria Dina Ortiz Ojeda
Aug 4, 2025
Maria Dina Ortiz Ojeda, 68, of Manchester, passed away at Hartford Hospital after a long illness. Born June 24, 1957, in Brooklyn, New York; she was a daughter of Maria M. Ojeda and the late Emilio Ortiz. She is survived by her mother Maria, siblings John Ortiz and Migdalia Colón. Maria loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed making...
Brendan W. Johnson
Jul 22, 2025
Brendan W. Johnson of Bolton, CT. A beloved son, friend, and brother passed away on July 22, 2025, at the age of 27. Born on October 14, 1997. He leaves behind his mother and caregiver Kimberly Johnson, his father Timothy Johnson, and his brother Evan Johnson of Bolton CT. He also leaves behind grandmothers Jane McDonough of Storrs CT. Maryann...
Simeon Rabinovich
Jul 11, 2025
Simeon Aronovich Rabinovich May 8, 1932 – July 11, 2025 With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Simeon Rabinovich, who peacefully left this world surrounded by his loving family on July 11, 2025, at the age of 93. Simeon was the true patriarch of a large and loving family. He is survived by his sister Mina, his two children...
Judith Hummel
Jul 7, 2025
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of the most wonderful human beings in the world, our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Judith Findlay Hummel, of Manchester, passed on July 7th, 2025. There are no words to express how lost we feel without her. She was the heart of our family- a source of endless love, strength,...
Lidia P. Tagle
Jun 27, 2025
Lidia P. Tagle, affectionately known as Lidia, departed from this world on June 27, 2025, at the age of 90, in Manchester, Connecticut. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. Born on November 24, 1934, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, to Constante Castro and Olga Rina (Digiusto) Castro, Lidia's vibrant spirit and nurturing nature were evident throughout her...
Frank R. Mund Jr.
Jun 9, 2025
Frank R. Mund Jr., 79, of Hebron, the beloved husband of Gwen Mund for almost 60 years, passed away on June 9, 2025 at his home after a decades-long battle with multiple sclerosis, a battle he faced with unshakable courage, dignity, and grace. Born on August 2, 1945 in Middletown, CT, Frank was the son of the late Frank Mund...
Frederick W Baker
May 5, 2025
Frederick W. Baker, 88, of Manchester, CT passed peacefully on May 5, 2025. Fred was born in Hartford, CT to the late Fred and Ruth Baker (Bensche) in 1936. Fred grew up in Manchester, CT attending local schools and eventually graduating from Manchester High School in 1954. Fred met the love of his life, Kathryn Kerber, during his high school...
Bertrand Jean Guy Laflamme
Mar 29, 2025
We're heartbroken to share that our dad, Bertrand Laflamme, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, March 29, 2025. There's no easy way to say goodbye to someone who meant so much, but we're grateful that his passing was calm and without pain. Our dad had a gift for making people laugh-often with a joke that was a little...
Elizabeth H. Demartin
Mar 13, 2025
Elizabeth (Liz) Hannay DeMartin, 90, went home to be with our Lord March 13,2025. She is predeceased by her husband, Warren Allen DeMartin, her daughter Laura Louise DeMartin and many loved ones. Liz began her earthly life in Albany, NY and ended it covered in the prayers of family and friends, in the caring hands of Complete Care Fox Hill...
Donna Kirby
Jan 15, 2025
Donna (Sukosky) Kirby, (72), of East Hartford, CT., wife of the late Ronald G. Kirby, died peacefully on January 15, 2025. Born on May 6, 1952 in Hartford, daughter of the late William Henry Sukosky and Barbara (Yost) Sukosky, she was a lifelong resident of East Hartford. Donna retired from Pratt and Whitney after over 40 years of service. She...
Juan Vazquez Sosa
Jan 14, 2025
Juan 'Paco' Vazquez Sosa, a longtime resident of Hartford, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025. Son of the late Eramos Vazquez and Juana Sosa. Juan was born on June 17, 1934 in Caguas, Puerto Rico. He was married to his late wife Juana Vazquez Torres for 56 years. Juan is survived by his loving children: Rosalia Vazquez, Maria...
William J. Cherko
Jan 8, 2025
William J. Cherko, a longtime resident of Manchester, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2025. Son of the late Elvira Cherko and Stanley Goss, William was born on August 26, 1943 in Riverhead, New York. He was married to his wife, Linda Cherko (Bahorich), for 56 years. He was a graduate of Pennsylvania State University with a bachelor's of...
Murray Joseph Balanoff
Dec 11, 2024
Murray Joseph Balanoff, a longtime South Windsor, Connecticut resident, passed away peacefully at Vernon Manor in Vernon, CT. Born in Arlington, Massachusetts, Murray graduated from Boston University and built a successful career as a salesman in the lumber industry. Known for his dedication and work ethic, he made lasting contributions to his field. Murray found great joy in golfing and...
Marie "Dawn" Santana
Nov 25, 2024
Marie Dawn Santana, 57, a wonderful mother, unfortunately passed on 11/25/2024. Calling Hours will be held on December 3rd, 2024 between 4pm and 6pm with a Memorial Service from 6pm till 7pm at Manchester Funeral Home, located at 142 East Center Street, Manchester CT. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to be made to the National Multiple...
Paul P. Margelony
Nov 6, 2024
Paul P. Margelony of Vernon CT, passed away suddenly on November 6th, 2024. Paul was born on March, 17th 1937 in Hartford CT to the late Peter and Mary Margelony. He was married to Patricia Margelony (Carlson) for 65 years and resided in Vernon for over 60 years. He will be dearly missed by all. He leaves behind his four...
Linda M. Lachapelle
Oct 18, 2024
Linda (Martin) LaChapelle, 76, of Bolton, loving and devoted wife for 57 years of Frederick LaChapelle, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, October 18, 2024 after several years of weathering the devastating effects of cerebral amyloid angiopathy. She was born in Swanton, VT, daughter of the late Jeannette (Paquette) Violette and Robert A. Martin. Linda grew up in Rockville...
Richard E. Willey
Oct 7, 2024
Richard E. Willey, 81, of Manchester, CT, formerly of Holden, MA, passed away suddenly at home on Monday, October 7, 2024. Â Born September 12, 1943, to the late Ralph E. Willey and Eva C. Stone Willey of Barre, MA. Richard is survived by his former wife, Carol Stay Willey of Holden, MA; three children, Linda (Edmund) Bouchie of Manchester, CT,...
Bruce B. Bissonnette
Sep 22, 2024
Bruce Bissonnette, 82, of Manchester, CT passed away peacefully on September 22, 2024 surrounded by his wife and daughter. Son of the late Joseph and Irene Bissonnette, he was born in Worcester, MA on October 20, 1941. He married Elizabeth (Haggart) Bissonnette and together they enjoyed 56 years of a loving marriage. Bruce served in the Air Force for three...
