All Obituaries

Rita Jeannette Monteiro Colbert 83, of Bridgeport, CT was called to heaven suddenly on 11.23.22.  Rita was born December 3, 1938, in New Bedford, MA. She attended New Bedford High School and went on to earn a Medical Technology Degree from Mount Ida College. She married Leo L Colbert of New Bedford, MA on Sept 2, 1963 then settled in Bridgeport, CT. Employed briefly by Bridgeport Hospital, she then chose to stay at home and raise her 2 sons James and Mark while enjoying her time...

Thomas Leander Soule III, 68, longtime resident of Somers and Enfield, CT, peacefully left this world behind on November 10, 2022. Tom was born to Joyce Anne (Baringer) and Thomas Leander Soule in Fort Dix, NJ on September 28, 1954. Due to his father’s career, he was able to experience childhood climbing fruit trees in Florida and swimming in California before settling in Enfield, CT when he was ten. After graduating from Enfield High in 1972, Tom went to the University of Connecticut...

David "Red" Lovig, 41, of Gulfport, Florida, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2022, after a long illness. David grew up in Waterbury and Watertown, CT, but his heart was in Saint Petersburg, Florida, where he lived for 24 years. He worked in the service industry for many years and was a well-loved, welcoming presence in his community. David's true love was tropical plants, and was well known for his "jungle" and house plants. As a young boy, David built his own...

Robert A. Gale, 70 years old, died Thursday, November 3, 2022 at John Dempsey Hospital. He is survived by his devoted and caring wife Karen Neri of 35 years from Torrington CT., and her daughter, his bonus daughter, Tracy Armstrong and her husband Ralph Reed; his brother, Eddie of Maryland, his sister, of Florida; his nephew Rick of Rhode Island; and a several other nieces and nephews. Bob is a Vietnam veteran that volunteered at 17 years old. He never held back voicing his...

Nicole Lamontagne, beloved daughter of Charles and Linda Lamontagne of Manchester, was lifted by the angels and brought to eternal glory.  She lost her battle to a rare condition on October 29, 2022.  She blessed her family and lived for her children until the very end, and they will always remember her for her huge heart and gentleness. In addition to her parents, who have an ache in their hearts with her passing, Nicole is survived by her brother, Eric Lamantagne, her three...

Anthony K. Flynn “Tony,” 71 years old, passed away peacefully, Saturday, Oct 29, 2022, at Bridebrook Healthcare Facility in Niantic, CT after facing multiple healthcare issues over the past year. Born in Westfield, MA Oct 14, 1951, son of the late Robert and Thelma Flynn.  Tony was avid in the antique/ flea market industry. He enjoyed fishing and the many conversations with all the good friends he met within the industry. Tony was predeceased by his daughter, Stacy. He...

John Salvatore DiGirolamo (aka Papa D, DiGi, GUS, JD), resident of Southington, CT, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 28, 2022. He was 76.  Born on August 27, 1946 in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of John and Sandy DiGirolamo. John attended Archbishop Molloy High School where he made strides as a competitive sprinter on the track team, including setting a record in the 50 yard dash that has yet to be broken. His passion for track continued throughout his life, as he regularly...

Philip Anthony (Tony) Stapelfeld, age 52 of Unionville, CT., passed away quietly on October 19, 2022 at his home. He was born in Littleton, New Hampshire on November 10, 1969. He was surrounded by family and friends.   Tony graduated Canton High School and went to work for Ensign Bickford in Simsbury, CT. From there he went to school to work as a Union Electrician. He loved his work. This young man loved his friends, road trips, music by his favorite band Reckless Kelly, outdoor...

William Thomas Hueller, AKA Wildman to many of his friends, departed this earthly world on October 17, 2022.  He was born on June 14, 1979 in Plainfield New Jersey, but spent most of his life in Newington and New Britain, Connecticut.  From a young age, Bill demonstrated incredible athleticism.  He learned to swim as an infant, before he could even crawl, and was known as “the baby that swims”.  He played baseball all through elementary and middle school,...

  Thomas G. Frawley– Left us on October 11, 2022 to be with God and his beloved wife Theresa, married 55 years at her passing on December 28th, 2012. Thomas G. Frawley was born on September 23, 1928 in New York City. The eldest son of Thomas Frawley and Mary Frawley (Link). He grew up in New Britain. Entering the Merchant Marines and the Army at the age of 16. He survived the sinking of their vessel by a submarine. Returning home to New Britain where he worked for Stanley Works,...