All Obituaries

Ben Dawkins, Jr., was born in Blanton, AL., on March 17, 1944.  He spent his formative and childhood years in Columbus, GA. After graduating from high school, Ben entered into the United States Air Force and served his country for eight years at various bases in Europe and the United States.  After being honorably discharged from the Armed Forces, Ben settled with his family in Detroit, MI, where he met his loving future wife, Sharon.  Ben worked for the Chrysler Corp until...

Frances Joan Longo, age 90 of Berlin, CT, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at Miller Memorial Community of Meriden. Frances was born April 9, 1931 in Utica, NY; the beloved daughter of the late Francis Haggerty & Gladys (Frank) Durse. Frances was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Before her retirement, she worked for many years as a cashier at FoodMart. Frances volunteered her time with the Berlin Animal Control.  She loved cats and...

Catherine H. Seals. a longtime resident of Hartford CT, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2021. She was 74 years old. Born in Hartford CT, she was the daughter of Russell and Marian Huk. Catherine graduated from Buckley High School in 1969. She started her career at the City of Hartford working in the office of Planning and Development. With her strong work ethic she became a paralegal and a member of the Connecticut Bar Association.  Catherine was a proud member of the Ukrainian...

Louis T. Quagliaroli, 79 of Willimantic, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 2,2021 at St Joseph's Living Center surrounded by family. Louie  had resided at St Joseph's for the past seven years since suffering a debilitating stroke. Louie was born on July 3rd, 1942 in Thompsonville,  CT . to the late Raymond Quagliaroli and Josephine Quagliaroli/ DeMaio. Louie was a graduate of Hartford Highschool and served in the U.S Army from 1964-1966, stationed in Korea. He...

Richard (Richie) Bonfiglio, 74, of Kensington, CT passed away peacefully on October 2, 2021 after a hard fought battle with stem cell transplant complications.  During his final moments and his journey to eternal life with the Lord he was surrounded by the love of his life and wife, Carol Bonfiglio and his beautiful children, son Richard (Ricky) Bonfiglio and his daughter-in-law Christina, Jaime Bonfiglio and his daughter-in-law Rosa Fazzino and daughter, Erica Bonfiglio.   Born in...

Steven Anderson, age 69, passed away on Friday, September 24th, 2021. Steve was born in New York and is the son of R. Alan Anderson and Rose Anderson. He grew up on Long Island and graduated from Long Island University. Steve moved to Florida for a few years before settling in Connecticut. He leaves behind his three children, Ryan Anderson, CT, Heather Anderson, FL, and Nicollette Anderson, FL. Nicollette was his pride and joy and she loved him very much. He also leaves his four sisters,...

Josephine (Sendra) Berescik, 98, passed away on Monday, September 20, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. Josephine was born in New Britain in 1923, grew up in Westchester County, and later returned to Connecticut with her family. She was the devoted wife of New Britain Police Captain George Berescik for 57 years, prior to his passing in 2003.  Her parents, Eduardo and Amparo (Pons) Sendra, were natives of Alicante, Spain, and the owners of the Sendra Bakery in New Britain, among...

We are saddened to announce the passing of Deborah (Debby) Donovan Lynch on Sept 13, 2021 after a brief illness. Her family was at her side.   Born in New Britain to the late John Russell and Frances (Maloney) Donovan, she was a lifelong resident of New Britain, graduating from New Britain High School in 1972. She worked for the State of Connecticut in her early career then, as was her nature to be caring, loving and compassionate, she took on many roles. She was "mom" to all...

Henry W. Lotocki II passed away September 9th, 2021. at Advance Center Nursing in New Haven, CT. Born in Bridgeport, CT March 9th, 1963. He was the son of the late Henry and Audrey Lotocki. Henry graduated from Joel Barlow High School, Redding, CT and attended Sacred Heart University. He enjoyed fishing, the lottery, his crazy schemes and just being who he was. Henry is survived by his 3 sisters: Joan Cato, Jane Salamacha, and Audra Jordan, 5 nieces and 2 nephews. Interment will be...

Linda L. Folts, age 74, of Bristol, passed away on Friday September 3, 2021. She was born May 5, 1947, in Caribou, Maine, to Edward and Agnes Dubay. Linda loved being around her family and entertaining her friends, especially over a good meal. She loved to shop and was always dressed for success. She also loved country music and was a wonderful square dancer in her younger days. She is survived by her daughter, Teresa Ubner & husband Scott of New York; her grandchildren, Christopher...