Obituaries

Obituaries

Posting Obituaries for the families around Hartford County in Connecticut.

Gail B. Meyers

Gail B. Meyers

Jan 17, 2026

Gail B. Meyers, beloved mother and friend, was reunited with the love of her life, Edward S. Jaworski, on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Born December 13, 1937 to Harry Brotherton and Catherine (Katarzyna) Brotherton in New Britain, CT, she dedicated her life to following her dreams rather than doing what society expected.

A graduate of Hartford College for Women and UCONN,...

Patricia Nivison

Patricia Nivison

Jan 14, 2026

Patricia Carpenter Nivison, 87, of Colchester, Connecticut, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at Middlesex Hospital, surrounded by her family.

Patricia, also known as Pat and Patti, will be remembered as a loving mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and great grandmother. She is survived by her daughters, Debbie Albers (Klaus), Robin Balletto (Dave), and Cheryl Knowles (Mike); her sister, Sylvia Zaches;...

Elaine B. Barbero

Elaine B. Barbero

Jan 10, 2026

Elaine Broda Barbero, age 99, passed away on Saturday, Jan 10th, 2026, at her Bolton, CT home following a long illness. She is survived by her daughter Vicki Lynn Barbero of Bolton, CT, her son, Russell Charles Barbero

(Anne) of Deatsville, AL, her two granddaughters Jennifer Lynn Fuller (Ben) of Calera, AL, and Carrie Ann Rodriguez (Joe) of Columbiana, AL, 5...

Linwood C. Vigneault

Linwood C. Vigneault

Jan 8, 2026

Linwood C. Vigneault passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026, in Manchester, Connecticut. Born on June 22, 1946, in Waterville, Maine, Linwood's journey through life was marked by a steadfast commitment to his family, his work, and his country. He was a beloved husband, stepfather, and grandfather, whose gentle spirit and compassionate nature left a lasting impression on all who...

Judith A. Rohlfs

Judith A. Rohlfs

Jan 7, 2026

Judith A. Rohlfs, 85, of Manchester CT, passed away peacefully on Wednesday January 7, 2026.

Judy was born and raised in Pittsfield, MA. She graduated from Pittsfield High School and then UMASS with a degree in elementary education. She taught in Hartford for 2 years, Pomfret for 4 years, and Buckley Elementary School for 30 years. During this time, she continued...

Carl Edward Goldsnider

Carl Edward Goldsnider

Jan 1, 2026

Carl Edward Goldsnider, 95, a lifelong resident of Coventry, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born March 9, 1930, in Manchester, Connecticut, he was the son of the late Andrew and Julia (Andersen) Goldsnider. Carl was the second oldest of five children and was predeceased by his brothers, Andrew and...

Ward Moore Edgerton

Ward Moore Edgerton

Dec 27, 2025

On December 27th, 2025, Ward Moore Edgerton, 89, laid down the working tools of life and passed onto the next life. He was born January 23rd, 1936 in Hartford, Conn. He was the son of late Samuel A. and Ruth Moore Edgerton. 

He leaves behind his wife Harriet Risley Edgerton. They were married on June 28th, 1958 at Trinity Church, Torrington....

Heidi Ann Naumec

Heidi Ann Naumec

Dec 26, 2025

Heidi Ann Naumec, 43, of Coventry, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 26, 2025.Born on March 19, 1982, in Hartford, Connecticut, she was the daughter of the late Joseph C. Naumec and Denise A. Borst. Heidi was a graduate of Manchester High School and spent many years working for several law firms throughout Hartford County, where she oversaw mortgage matters...

Bruce Matson

Bruce Matson

Dec 25, 2025

Bruce Matson, known to many by his longtime nickname "Ollie", died on December 25, 2025. He was born on August 16, 1946, and lived a life defined by quiet strength, independence, and a deep connection to the natural world. Bruce was a lifelong resident of Manchester, graduating from Manchester High School in 1964.From an early age, Bruce was hardworking and...

Judith S. Evarts

Judith S. Evarts

Dec 24, 2025

Judith S Evarts, 86 of Manchester, CT passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, at Hartford Hospital.

Judith (Judy) was born on April 14, 1939, in Centerbrook, CT to the late Daniel W and Huldah A Spencer. She graduated from Valley Regional High School, Deep River, CT in 1957.

Judy married in 1958, lived in Clinton, CT and had two children. She...

John S. Backer

John S. Backer

Dec 20, 2025

John Scott Backer, 84, of Manchester, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 20, 2025.

Born on September 20, 1941, in Selma, California, John was the son of the late Francis Henry “Mike” Backer and Elizabeth Alice Scott. He was a graduate of California State University, Fresno, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics.

John met his future wife, Sharon (Mincy)...

Gloria Marie (Bellows) Melendy

Gloria Marie (Bellows) Melendy

Dec 18, 2025

Gloria Marie (Bellows) Melendy, 88 of Vernon CT, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025.

Born on October 26, 1937, Gloria was the daughter of the late Henry “Raymond” Bellows and Pearl Lewize Baxter. Raised in Columbia, CT, Gloria was the youngest of five brothers: Raymond, George, Douglas, David, and Donald.

Gloria and her beloved late husband of 54 years, Robert “Bob”...

Carl Michael Jamroga

Carl Michael Jamroga

Dec 18, 2025

Carl Michael Jamroga, 71, of East Hartford CT, was called to the Lord on December 18, 2025. Born in Hartford CT to the late John James and Constance Jamroga, Carl grew up with his three siblings in their East Hartford home. Carl graduated from East Hartford High School in 1972 going on to work for Parker X-Ray and then S.N.E.T....

Harold J. Clough

Harold J. Clough

Dec 14, 2025

Harold J. Clough Sr., a life-long member of the Manchester community, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on December 1, 1939, in Manchester, Connecticut, Harold lived a full life characterized by dedication to his family, his country, and his work.

Harold grew up in the loving home of his late parents, Harold T. Clough...

Stuart Earle Danforth

Stuart Earle Danforth

Dec 9, 2025

Stuart Earle Danforth, age 95, of Tolland, Connecticut, passed away quietly in his sleep on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. He was born in Somersworth, New Hampshire, on February 2, 1930, to Lincoln Earle Danforth and Helen Mae (Kimball) Danforth.

Early on, Stuart’s family moved to Lewiston, Maine, where he graduated from high school in 1948. After graduation, he briefly attended college...

Robert Warren Stoker

Robert Warren Stoker

Dec 3, 2025

Robert Warren Stoker, 90, of Manchester, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 25, 1935, in Troy, New York, he was the son of the late Warren Cady Stoker and Ruth E. Gabb.

From a young age, Robert was deeply influenced by the care a sibling received from a...

Donald J. Smith

Donald J. Smith

Nov 24, 2025

Donald J. Smith, 88, of Bolton, passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025, at Manchester Memorial Hospital with his family by his side. Born on September 4, 1937, in New York, he was the son of the late Fletcher Smith and Ruth (Frantzen) Smith. Donald shared 53 years of marriage with his wife, Helen, before her death on July 27,2019.



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Stella Patricia "Pat" Hancock

Stella Patricia "Pat" Hancock

Nov 23, 2025

Stella Patricia Hancock, of Manchester, CT., passed away peacefully on Sunday 11/23/25 surrounded by family and friends at the age of 89. She was born in Croydon, England on October 20th, 1936 to the late Edmund James and Doris Aida (Doubleday) Graves.

 “Pat” was a strong, resilient, independent and determined woman from an early age who always pushed the limits of...

Elizabeth "Beth" (Cone) D'aoust

Elizabeth "Beth" (Cone) D'aoust

Nov 20, 2025

Elizabeth “Beth” Daoust, 75, of Coventry, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025. Born on September 8, 1950, in Manchester, Connecticut, Beth was the daughter of Everett Cone and Elsie (Demko) Cone. She grew up in Manchester alongside her twin sister, Sharon Valley, and her younger brother, Jeffrey Cone, and graduated from Manchester High School in 1968.

Beth went on...

Donna Marie Perleone

Donna Marie Perleone

Nov 17, 2025

Donna Marie Perleone, 76, of Manchester CT departed this life on November 17th, 2025, surrounded by her family and caregivers.

She was born in Hartford, CT on May 1, 1949, and was the daughter of the late Andrew and Cecile Perleone.

She spent her early years living in East Hartford with her family. She moved to Manchester, attended Manchester Schools and met...