Apr 16, 2023

On April 16, 2023, Michael Vincent Murphy, my husband and soulmate, loyal friend, caregiver to many, passed away after a brief illness. The sadness and grief will be with us forever.

He leaves to grieve for him his wife Maureen Carrigan Murphy (Renie), one brother, four sisters and three brothers-in-law, many nieces, and nephews. He was predeceased...

Apr 16, 2023

Carole Neag (Vestali / Hogan), 80, peacefully passed away Sunday, April 16, 2023, surrounded by family at her home in Goshen, Connecticut.  Carole was born in Torrington and was the daughter of the late John and Olympia (Cantadore) Vestali. She was predeceased by her first husband, David P. Hogan and her second husband Raymond Neag.  Carole leaves behind her...

Apr 14, 2023

Lena P. (Sartiani) Teti, 97, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away Friday, April 14, 2023, at Litchfield Woods.  She was the wife of the late Mario Teti and former wife of the late Aminio "Midge" Urezzio.

Lena was born May 3, 1925, in Torrington, CT, the daughter of the late Luigi and Ersilia (Frezzotti) Sartiani.   She enjoyed...

Apr 12, 2023

Apollo Garcia,  five month old son of Phillips Garcia and Layla Decker, passed away on April 12, 2023, at CCMC.

His life touched countless hearts as he fought his many health battles.  Apollo was loved.

A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, April 22, 2023, at Cook Funeral Home. 82 Litchfield St.,...

Apr 5, 2023

Louis James Venezia Jr. passed away on April 5, 2023, at Valerie Manor Care Center of natural causes.

He was born in Winsted on October 25, 1935, to Louis and Jeanette (Colavecchio)Venezia. He was husband to Mary Russell (Starks) Venezia who predeceased him in 1997. He leaves behind his brothers, James of Illinois, Frank of Boulder CO,...

Apr 3, 2023

Doris J. (Dalla Valle) Geer, 95, of Colebrook, CT, peacefully passed away at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital on April 3, 2023.  She was the wife of the late Roger Geer.

Doris was born March 18, 1928, in Torrington, CT, the daughter of the late John and Mary (Sutowski) Dalla Valle.

She enjoyed playing bingo, making jigsaw...

Mar 30, 2023

Dr. Harry C. Briggs, 94, distinguished physician, dedicated teacher and loving patriarch of the Briggs family, passed away peacefully at home in Winsted on Thursday, March 30. Dr. Briggs lived a very long and fulfilling life of selfless devotion to his family and the community.

Harry Caldwell Briggs was born in Hartford, Connecticut on January 31, 1929....

Mar 25, 2023

Enjoyed spending time with family.

Gina (Bonetti) Masciarelli, 88, of Torrington, CT, passed away on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital after a short illness.  She was the wife of 67 years of Daniel Masciarelli.

Gina was born in Torrington, CT on January 14, 1935, daughter of the late...

Mar 24, 2023

John August, 57, of Watertown, CT, passed away Friday, March 24, 2023.

John was born June 12, 1965, in Winsted, CT, the son of the late John August, Sr. and of the late Virginia (Nettleton) Lawrence.

John was a man of many skills besides being a mason by trade.

He is survived by...

Mar 18, 2023

Theodora R. Bechard, 82, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away Saturday, March 18, 2023, at John Dempsey Hospital.  She was the beloved wife of Gill Bechard.

Theodora was born January 21, 1941, in Torrington, CT, the daughter of the late Theodore and Joanna (Ricciardone) Alibozek.  She was employed as a secretary by the Visiting Nurse Association. Thea...

Mar 11, 2023

Annesa (Jacob) Borla, 82, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away Saturday, March 11, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family.  She was the wife of the late Richard “Dick” Borla for 60 years.

Annesa was born on July 16, 1940, in Torrington, CT, the daughter of the late George and Josephine (Farris) Jacob.

Annesa...

Mar 9, 2023

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Faustina “Tina” Maggiorotto, 94, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away at Litchfield Woods on Thursday, March 9, 2023.

Tina was born February 15, 1929, in Torrington, CT, the daughter of the late Bartolomo and Giuseppina (Odigio) Maggiorotto.

Employed by the Torrington Company...

Mar 6, 2023

Nivio A. Cracco (Nebs) passed away on March 6, 2023, at the age of 94. He was born March 25, 1928, in Torrington to John and Mary Cracco.  He was a US Navy veteran and worked for Rapid Dairy Transport as a milk hauler for 38 years.  Nivio loved family gatherings, picnics, making wine, speaking Italian, and frequenting his...

Mar 1, 2023

Mary “Irene” (McMahon) Avampato, 97, of Torrington, CT, passed away March 1, 2023, at BrandyWine Living in Litchfield, CT.   She was the beloved wife of the late Samuel Avampato.

Irene was born September 21, 1925, in East Hampton, CT, the daughter of the late Charles and Emma (Dion) McMahon.  She was employed by Bronson King as a...

Feb 23, 2023

Fred Everett Spiegelhalter Jr’s journey on earth ended February 23rd, 2023. He passed after a brief illness at his home on his much loved Cape Cod surrounded by his loving family. Born April 24, 1936, he was 86 years old.

Formerly from Torrington, he is survived by his beloved wife, Carol (Gelormino) Anderson Spiegelhalter, his daughters Karen...

Feb 20, 2023

Carolyn Marie Dodd of Norfolk, Connecticut died peacefully at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital in Torrington on February 20, 2023.

Carolyn had bravely fought cancer and was believed cured, but had a recent recurrence which led to her unexpected passing.

Carolyn was born on July 5, 1951, to Henry Dodd, an automobile dealer and collector, and Martina...

Feb 17, 2023

Richard A. Pelchat, 84, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away Friday, February 17, 2023, surrounded by his family.  He was the husband of the late Judith M. (Connell) Pelchat.

Rich was born June 7, 1938, in Berlin, NH, the son of the late Isadore and Dora (Badeaux) Pelchat.  After honorably serving his country with the US Army,...

Feb 15, 2023

Lucille C. (Balsamo) Pergola, 85, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away at her residence on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, surrounded by her family.  She was the wife of the late John Pergola.

Lucille was born May 15, 1937, in Torrington, CT, the daughter of the late August and Mary (Basso) Balsamo.  She was employed by the Torrington...

Feb 14, 2023

Jaclyn Jeanne DeAngelo, 39, of Torrington, CT, passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at her residence.  She was the daughter of Susan (Fodor) Ellis and stepdaughter of Tony Ellis. She was predeceased by her father Matthew DeAngelo.

Jaclyn was born January 31, 1984, in Torrington, CT.

In addition to her parents Susan and Tony Ellis...

Feb 10, 2023

Mathew B. Brady, 63, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away Friday, February 10, 2023, at his residence.  He was the son of the late Mathew and Mary (Zimmerman) Brady.

Mathew was born June 28, 1959, in Winsted, CT.  He was employed by LARC for many years as an assembler of various products.

He is survived...