Carmela Zaccagnino, 83, of Wethersfield, CT, died Sunday, August 12, 2108, at Hartford Hospital.  Carmela was born in Torrington, CT on October 17, 1934, daughter of the late Paul and Mae (Clapps) Zaccagnino.  As a hairdresser for many years, she loved making others feel beautiful and had many prominent clients.  She is survived by her goddaughter, Patti Santucci, numerous loving cousins and many devoted friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on...

Patrick Cawley, 71, of Harwinton, CT, passed away Tuesday, August 7, 2018, at Valerie Manor.  Born January 23, 1947, in Westerly, RI, he was the son of the late Charles and Connie (Naccarato) Cawley.  Among the awards and decorations he received upon his honorable discharge from the U.S. Navy were the Vietnam Campaign Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal with one Bronze Star, and the National Defense Service Medal.  He owned and operated Contemporary Builders. He is survived by...

Joseph A. Lamanna Sr.,  90, of Torrington, CT, passed away Monday, August 6, 2018, at Regal Care.  Joe was born on December 16, 1927, in Torrington, CT, son of the late Anthony and Salvatrice (Balsamo) Lamanna.  He served his country with the U.S. Army during World War II, receiving the Victory Medal upon his honorable discharge.  A carpenter by trade, he was employed by LoBrutto Building for 46 years, until his retirement.  A former member of the Eagles Club, and...

Barbara Darcey, beloved wife of the late William Darcey, passed away on August 6, 2018, of abdominal cancer.  Barbara was a retired RN who earned her credentials at St. Francis School of Nursing, and obtained an Associate’s Degree from Northwestern Connecticut Community College.  She is survived by her two daughters, Kathleen (husband Randy) and Andrea (husband Alex); her brother, Father Dan; two granddaughters, a step grandson, a niece, a nephew, two aunts, several cousins...

Mary M. (Preato) Wesolowski, 83, of Torrington, CT, passed away Friday, August 3, 2018.  She was the wife of Alfred Wesolowski for 67 years. Mary was born November 17, 1934, in Torrington, CT, the daughter of the late Victor and Sahara (Pierboni) Preato.  She was employed by the Wilshire Corporation as a Payroll Clerk until her retirement.  Mary enjoyed to travel, working with crafts and especially spending time with family and friends. In addition to her devoted husband,...

Kenneth Siddall, 82, of Torrington, CT, passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2018, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital.  He was the husband of Mary “Dottie” (Aloise) Siddall. Ken was born December 4, 1935, in Torrington, CT, son of the late Earl B. and Elizabeth Mae (Dowd) Siddall.  After he served his country with the US Army, he returned to Torrington where he was employed as an Analyst with The Torrington Company. In addition to his wife Mary “Dottie” Siddall...

Susan Coe Holbrook, 57, of New Hartford, CT, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2018, at her residence.  Susan was born August 20, 1960, in Torrington, CT, daughter of Adrienne (Chartier) Weik of Litchfield, CT, and of Newton Holbrook of Jackson, NY.  She was employed by Conti and Levy as a Legal Secretary and was a very active member of The Coe Memorial Park Committee. In addition to her parents, she is survived by a son, Matthew Holbrook of New Hartford; two daughters, Crystal...

Denise M. (Colwell) French, 50, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away Friday, July 20, 2018, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital with her loving family by her side.  She was the beloved wife of Peter French for 27 years. Denise was born April 9, 1968, in Sharon, CT, daughter of the late Harold and Bernice (Brochu) Colwell.  A Licensed Insurance Agent, she owned and operated Summit Insurance in Torrington. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Taylor...

Donatantonio Gerardi, Jr. 85, of Torrington, CT, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 15, 2018, at Saint Francis Hospital surrounded by his family.  He was the husband of Dolores (Hashim) Gerardi for 59 years. Donatantonio was born June 6, 1933, in Torrington, CT, son of the late Donato Antonio and Domenica Maria (Sabia) Gerardi.  He served his country during the Korean Conflict with the U. S. Air Force.  A graduate of Torrington High School and Bryant College, he was employed...

Leonard G. King passed away at Litchfield Woods Sunday, July 15, 2018, after a long illness.  He was the son of the late Leonard and Mary (Lovetri) King. A lifelong resident of Torrington, he was formerly employed at the Torrington Company and Brunswick Golf as a welder.  He is survived by his beloved Diane Rumery of 38 years, as well as his caregiver.  Survivors in addition to Diane include a son, Darren King and stepdaughter Annette Rumery, who was the “apple of his...