All Obituaries

Frank Joseph Cimino, 87, of Manchester, CT, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2023. He was a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished grandfather. Frank's life was dedicated to spreading love, wisdom, and compassion, leaving a lasting impact on countless lives. Frank's unwavering commitment to his family was the foundation of his existence. He created a lifetime of joyful memories and was a constant source of love and support. His gentle nature and deep emotional connection...

Nancy S Joyce (Sheldon), 82, of Tolland, CT, wife of David Joyce, passed away on June 2, 2023 at Manchester Memorial Hospital.   She was born on December 24, 1940 in Manchester, CT to the late James Sheldon and Vivian (Heise) Sheldon.    She graduated from Manchester High School Class of 1958. Nancy resided in Manchester, CT where she met her husband of 64 years.  Nancy took pride in her family.  She was an exceptional homemaker and known for her...

Carol E (Carini) Flynn, 81, of Vernon, Connecticut entered into eternal life on Thursday June 1st 2023.  She was a loving mother to Elizabeth Luce, Fay Ruiz and Helen Wietrzykowski, as well as a devoted grandmother to Arianna, Devon, Madison, Taylor and Meaghan.  She is survived by her brother Edward Carini II, his wife Janet, and her best friend of 43 years Cindy West. She also leaves behind a niece, and two nephews and many special friends.  She is predeceased by her father...

Joseph “Pop,” “Joe” Savino, 75, of South Windsor, formerly of Manchester beloved husband of Joan “Pumpkin” Savino died peacefully at Jefferson House on June 1st, 2023, after a long and brave battle with CIDP. Though his outcome was never entirely positive, he never gave up hope and never stopped fighting even until the very end. His family is eternally grateful for how long he was able to hold on, and the memories they were able to share because of his...

George Adam Zanis Sr., 94, of Coventry, died peacefully on May 31, 2023. He was born November 16, 1928. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, we will all miss his wisdom, kindness, and humor. He leaves behind his wife, Doris and sons, George Jr, Paul and wife Julie Anne, Matthew and wife Helen, and Joseph, stepson Donald Gowdy and wife Kathi, stepdaughter Susan Spinola, his sister Alberta, 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. He...

Obituary to be posted soon. Please check back.

Patricia (Olive) Swain Zatkowski went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on a beautiful, sunny Sunday, May 7, 2023.  She was 84 years old.  Pat was the daughter of Edward Swain, Sr. and Mary Morrow Swain.  She was a lifelong resident of Manchester, having graduated from Manchester High School, Class of 1956.  Pat is survived by her two loving daughters, Jill Zatkowski of Manchester and Lisa Jo Gavin and her husband, John Gavin, of Bolton.  She is also...

    Carol A. (Nellis) Preston, age 84, of Manchester passed away May 7, 2023 at home surrounded by family. Born in Canajoharie, NY in 1939, she graduated from Canajoharie High School and Rochester Business School. In Rochester she met Frank Preston, her devoted husband of 55 Years.  She is predeceased by her husband Frank; parents Arnold and Alberta (Prall) Nellis of Palatine Bridge, NY; and sisters Nancy Showerman and Elizabeth Stanley. For over 20 years Carol was an...

Chance Wilbanks, 27, of Worcester, MA, passed away unexpectedly on May 5, 2023. He was born December 16, 1995, to Victoria Baker and Robert (Ted) Wilbanks Jr. Chance was not only a beloved son, brother, and uncle, but a bright light to all who knew him. He loved trips to the Cape, reading, spending time with his dogs, and music, especially Taylor Swift. Chance will forever be remembered for his smarts, his thoughtfulness, and a personality that was larger than life. Left to dearly miss him...

William James Skinner passed away on May 1st, 2023 at age 92. Known as “Jim” to family and “Bill” to colleagues, Bill was born in Gloucester, MA to Stella N. (Alcock) and Louis H. Skinner, Sr.  A graduate of New Bedford High School, Bill joined the US Air Force at age 17. After serving 4 years during the Korean War, he joined the Massachusetts National Guard and was commissioned as a second lieutenant. Activated for The Cuban Missile Crisis and The Vietnam War,...