All Obituaries

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Dona Blazuk, 81, of New Britain, CT on Friday, April 26.  She leaves her beloved partner of 40 years, Fidel Del Rosario.  Dona leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories with her two children, her daughter Cheryl (Shari) Jones and her son Steven Blazuk and her daughter in law, April Blazuk.  Her grandchildren meant the world to her: Lauren Jones, Aidan Jones and Steven...

Matthew J. Osika, 73 of New Britain, passed away Monday April 22, 2024 at Bridgeport Hospital. He was born on December 27, 1950. Matthew was predeceased by both of his parents Mieczyslaw and Stella Osika.  He previously worked at Story Brothers as a mechanic. Matthew loved to laugh! He was fun-loving and loved playing board games, watching movies, and had a great time going camping with his family.  Matthew leaves behind his sister, Christine Casella, younger brother Richard...

Odessie Ruth Champion James “Sista” was born on November 27, 1932, in Camden, South Carolina, to the late Lewis Sr. and Lizzie Duren Champion, amidst a family of thirteen siblings. She found solace and joy in the close-knit bond she shared with her siblings and her family, a bond that transcended distance and time. Growing up in the South, she spent much of her childhood working on her family's farm and assisting her mother with household chores. Her early acceptance of...

Irene Anna Marzec, 93, passed away peacefully on 27 March after a prolonged illness. She was a long-time resident of New Britain and Newington. Irene was born on 09 March 1931 in New Britain, CT. to the late Michael and Anna (Lille) Marzec. She graduated from New Britain High School and entered the workforce. She was employed by Arute Motors, Lebron Ford, and retired from A.H. Harris in 1996.  She was a gregarious woman with many friends.  She developed a close friendship of 65...

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our cherished wife, mother, grandmother and friend June Martha Culver Ryan on March 22 2024. Born in 1938, she was raised in Berlin Ct. the youngest of nine children, on a small farm, among many animals particularly the young goats that she liked to play with. This led to a life long love of animals.         In raising her children she created an atmosphere of nurturing love, guidance and care at her...

Raised in Washington, CT, daughter of James and Vincena Cocilovo, Lucia had been a New Britain, CT resident for 35 years. She was employed by the law firm Ritter, Satter & Newman for many years and most recently Linens & Things, retiring in 2009. She enjoyed life. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family: sister Josephine Bauer & husband Robert Bauer of Kent, CT, sister Sarah (Sally) Adams & husband Duey Adams of New Milford, CT, her niece Paula and her family and...

Brittany V. Green, 34 passed away in Brooklyn, NY on March 13, 2024. She was employed at Spear Physical and Occupational Therapy Center in Brooklyn, NY.  She was a Care Coordinator where she assisted patients and provided a positive and welcoming atmosphere for the patients. Brittany was born in New Britain, Connecticut on July 31, 1989. She leaves her mother Tracy Ellison-Mann, stepfather Felton G. Mann, Sr., Grandmother Betty Ellison. Brothers, Alvin AJ Green, Jr, Skunky Green of...

Barbara Ann Rivers-Tomlin, 78, of Meriden CT, died peacefully Sunday, March 10, 2024, at Miller Memorial Nursing Home, Meriden CT after a long battle with dementia. Barbara was born on Nov 16, 1945, in Albany NY. She was the eldest daughter of the late Chester and Lois Eseltine-Rivers. Barbara was a graduate of Franklin Academy High School, Malone NY and served in the Marines.  She was employed with Keep Me Home, Home Makers and Companions as a CNA prior to her illness. Barbara had...

Paul Michael Xayarath, affectionately known as "Ko," passed away at the age of 42 years old on March 8, 2024, in Waterbury, Connecticut. He was born to Somchay Xayarath and Chongthida Xayarath and beloved brother to Johnny Xayarath on June 29, 1981, at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Brighton, Massachusetts. Ko's greatest joy was bringing laughter and happiness to his three sons, Phillip, Stephon, and Joseph Xayarath. He was a master at telling jokes, singing and dancing with...

Augusto Carmen Oliviero passed away on March 6, 2024. He was born on January 12, 1938, in Prata, Italy to Orlando and Graciella Oliviero. He came to the United States in 1954. He lived in Long Island, where he began doing odd jobs and eventually started his own painting business. He later relocated to California, before finally settling down in Connecticut. Augusto was a respected remodeling and painting contractor for over 50 years. He was an avid gardener and loved plants. He could grow...