Feb 6, 2023

The family of Richard W. Hall, 88, Barkhamsted, CT is sad to announce his passing on February 6, 2023, at Geer Nursing and Rehab Center in Canaan CT. He was the loving husband for 66 years, to Janet Thibodeau Hall.

Richard was born April 8, 1934, in Winsted, CT to the late Margaret Bosworth Lefebvre & William...

Jan 25, 2023

Marion (Morzella) Banziruk, 97, of Torrington, CT, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Valerie Manor.  She was the wife of the late John N. Banziruk.

Marion was born October 11, 1925, in Torrington, CT, the daughter of the late James and Fortunata (Russo) Morzella.  She raised five children and loved being a homemaker and wife.  Gardening,...

Jan 23, 2023

Stephen Stagner, 80, of Winsted, CT, peacefully passed away Monday, January 23, 2023, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital.  He was the beloved husband of Mary-Anne (Julian) Stagner. Steve was born March 19, 1942, in Dallas, TX, the son of the late Jack and Virginia (Fraley) Stagner.  He was employed by AT&T with telecommunications for 35 years, until his retirement. In...

Jan 21, 2023

Francis D. “Frank” Mastrogiovanni, age 74, of Torrington, CT, passed away on January 21, 2023, at C.H.H. surrounded by his family and is survived by his wife of 44 years, Cindy Mastrogiovanni, (McLellan).

Frank was born on July 25, 1948, in Torrington, CT, to the late August and Helen Mastrogiovanni (Seminara).

Frank was raised in...

Jan 14, 2023

James Christopher Allen passed away on Saturday, January 14th, following a brief unexpected illness. He was 37 years old.

James, who was known to his family as “Chris”, was born on January 2nd, 1986. He attended Torrington schools graduating from Torrington High School.

James was many things to many people and  was very generous, often...

Jan 13, 2023

Arlene (Sivec) Nielsen, 95, passed away after a brief illness on Jan 13, 2023 with family by her side.

Born in Bridgeport, CT to Alexander and Lena Sivec, Arlene was married to Victor C. Nielsen and together they had five children. Arlene is predeceased by her parents, brother (William), husband, and daughter Gail.

Arlene was...

Jan 12, 2023

William J. Killiany, 86, of Torrington, CT passed away Thursday January 12, 2023 at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital with his wife, Jean, by his side.

Bill was born August 24, 1936, in Torrington, CT, the son of Aurelia (Wessenberg) and John Killiany.  He was preceded in death by his sister Annette Caputi.  Bill is survived by two brothers,...

Jan 8, 2023

Diane C. (Mazzarelli) Medina, 60, of Torrington, CT, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023, at Valerie Manor.

Diane was born February 28, 1962, in New Brunswick, NJ, the daughter of the late Alfonse and Louise (Bierlyo) Mazzarelli.

She is survived by one son, Michael Medina of Bronx, NY; two daughters, Christina Franco and Jennifer Morales...

Jan 8, 2023

Linda (Field) Mueller, 74, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2023, at the Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain, CT. She was a long time resident of Torrington, CT.

Linda was born in Herkimer, NY, on March 29, 1948, to William Field and Genevieve (Kess) Field.  She is survived by her husband Frederick Mueller, son Matthew...

Jan 7, 2023

Edith (Eyre) Sochon, 90, of Harwinton, CT, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Valerie Manor.  She was the wife of the late William J. Sochon.

Edith was born April 21, 1932, in Waterbury, CT, and was raised in Hotchkissville, she was the daughter of the late Alfred G. and Grace (Foulk) Eyre.  Upon graduating from Post...

Jan 6, 2023

Jean (Meda) Yakubowski, 82, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away Friday, January 6, 2023, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital.  She was the wife of the late Raymond Yakubowski who preceded her in death in 2014.

Jean was born February 6, 1940, in Torrington, CT, the daughter of the late Pasquale and Vincensina “Sina” (Borla) Meda.  She was a...

Jan 6, 2023

Dr. James B. Griffin passed away on Friday January 6, 2023, in Waterbury, Connecticut surrounded by his family.  James was born in Waterbury, Connecticut on March 10, 1925, the son of the late James B. and Katherine M. (Keough) Griffin. He graduated from Cheshire Academy in Cheshire, Connecticut. He received his undergraduate education at Fordham University and Cornell University....

Jan 3, 2023

Salvatore L. Perugini, 68, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away at Hartford Hospital on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.  He was the husband of Cynthia “Cindy” Pezze for 40 years.

Sal was born June 21, 1954, in Waterbury, CT, the son of the late Angelo and Ann (Cammilletti) Perugini.  He owned and operated Hobby & Trophy World. Sal...

2023

William M. Goff, 77, of Goshen, CT, passed away Saturday, December 16, 2023.

Bill was a dedicated member of The Torrington Country Club who served on the Board of Directors and held the office of Secretary for many years.  Although his handicap may not have been the lowest, he was one tough competitor who stood at the...

Dec 30, 2022

Joseph J. Alciati, 90, of Colebrook, CT, peacefully passed away on Friday, December 30, 2022, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital.  He was the husband of the late Annmarie (Mango) Alciati.

Joe was born October 22, 1932, in West Hartford, CT, and raised in Torrington, the son of the late Silvio and Columba (Parducci) Alciati.  He served his country...

Dec 29, 2022

Robin Lynn Cables, 51, born July 1, 1971, in Thomaston, CT had succumbed to her battle with many illnesses at Hartford Hospital on Thursday, December 29, 2022.

A loving, caring sister, mother and grandmother - she is survived by her daughter Destiny Crystal, husband Jake Crystal also of Thomaston, CT and their two daughters Arya and Maisie....

Dec 24, 2022

Lorna “Jean” (Prindle) Skoczylas, 94, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2022, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, with her caregivers , Paul and Debbie Ferry, at her side.  She was the wife of the late Edward Skoczylas.

Jean was born August 21, 1928, in Goshen, CT, the daughter of the late Carl and Myrtle...

Dec 22, 2022

Nicola Albini, 100, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away Thursday, December 22, 2022 with his daughter by his side. He was the husband of the late Caterina (Perugini) Albini.

Nicola was born July 20, 1922, in Pontelandolfo, Italy and was the son of the late Michele and Elisa (Cifaldi) Albini. He was employed by The Torrington Company...

Dec 14, 2022

Nancy L. (Hamlin) Rakyta, 83, of New Hartford, CT, passed away December 14, 2022, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital.  She was the wife of Robert Rakyta.

Nancy was born December 19, 1938, in New York City.  She owned and operated a children’s day care for many years.

In addition to her husband, Robert, she is survived...

Dec 14, 2022

Nancy E. (Pearson) Killiany, 83, of Torrington, CT, passed away attended by family, Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at Hartford Hospital.

Nancy was born May 28, 1939, in Torrington, CT, the daughter of the late Everett and Pearl (Hale) Pearson and was preceded in death by two brothers, William Fuller and Robert Fuller: and one sister, Carol Wilcox....