Marlena Rose Burgess
Sep 8, 2026
Marlena Rose (Sarcia) Burgess September 8, 2026In Loving Memory of Marlena Rose (Sarcia) Burgess. With hearts shattered and a love that words can never fully express, we announce the passing of Marlena Rose (Sarcia) Burgess, of Middletown, Connecticut, at the age of 50.Marlena was born in Middletown, Connecticut, to Joseph F. Sarcia Jr. and Carmela (Pitruzzello) Sarcia. She was a...
Sebastian James Tosta
Aug 31, 2026
Sebastian James Tosta, affectionately known to family and friends as "Busty," passed away unexpectedly on August 31, 2026, at the age of 88. He was born on June 10, 1938, to the late Sebastiano Tosta and Lucia Bombacci Tosta.Busty was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. He was the devoted father of Leanne (Steve) Salka, Scott (Donna) Tosta,...
Frank Colonghi
Aug 18, 2026
Frank Colonghi, of Portland, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2026, surrounded by the family who loved him deeply.Born April 21, 1951, in Middletown, Connecticut, Frank was raised in a close-knit Italian family where faith, family, hard work, good food, and laughter were central. His parents, Frances and Joe, and his grandmother Rose were especially important influences, along with...
Phillip Ray Kirk Sr
Aug 13, 2026
Phillip Ray Kirk, Sr. passed away peacefully August 13, 2026, with family in Pembroke Pines, FL. He was born June 21, 1935, in Salsbury, NC to Margie Leoma Kirk. He was predeceased by his wife, Venerina (Vickie) LoGuidice, son Jeffrey along with his siblings, Barbara, Wayne and Donald. He served as an E4 Electrician in the US Navy submarine Force,...
Raymond F Gilbert
Aug 13, 2026
.Raymond Frank Gilbert Sr., 88, of Middletown, passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at Middlesex Hospital. He was born in Middletown to the late Raymond and Pearl (Hobart) Gilbert. Ray married his work sweetheart, Carmella (Lena) Nella Labella, at Saint Sebastian Roman Catholic Church on October 11, 1958.After attending Vinal Tech in Middletown, Ray began his career at ACMAT...
Dolores Josephine DiMauro
Jul 25, 2026
Josephine “Dolores” DiMauro passed away on July 25, 2026, at age 85, surrounded by her loving family. She brought warmth and life to every room she entered, a woman whose kindness, warmth, and unwavering love touched everyone she met. Dolores was born on May 17, 1941, to the late Josephine (Siracusa) Gionfriddo. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Gioacchino...
David Neil McCorkle
Jul 15, 2026
It is with profound sadness and a tremendous sense of loss that David Neil McCorkle’s children announce his sudden death on July 15, 2026, at his home in Rocky Hill, CT. He was 76 years old. David was born in Montpelier, Vermont, to Helen S. (Jelinek) and Ronald E. McCorkle in 1949. The family soon returned to Connecticut and established...
Jeffrey Kirk
Jul 10, 2026
Jeffrey Kirk, 61, of Middletown, passed away on July 10, 2026. He was the Son of Phillip Kirk Sr. and the Later Venerina (LoGiudice) Kirk
Besides his father he is survived by two brothers Phillip Kirk Jr, and Bruce Kirk. Two daughters Lindsey Decocker and Shaunna. A Grand daughter Carmelina Decocker. He was a long time employee of Middletown Lanes. Memorial...
Italia "Ty Giacco
Jul 7, 2026
Italia "Ty" Giacco June 10, 1928 - July 7, 2026Italia "Ty" Massa Giacco, age 98, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026, after a brief illness at Vitas Hospice, St. Mary's Hospital, Waterbury, CT where she was lovingly cared-for by the nurses, chaplain, and family. During the last six months of her life since the death of her husband Sebastian...
Angela LaBarge
Jun 8, 2026
Angelina Constance (Angela/Angie) LaBarge, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026, at the age of 90. Born in Waterbury, CT, on August 16, 1935, Angie was the first of three daughters born to Salvatore and Anna (Scionti) Salonia. The growing family later settled on South Street in Cromwell.Angie graduated from Middletown High School,...
Jane Turner
Jun 6, 2026
Jane Turner, age 85, of Cromwell, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026. Born on March 8, 1941, in Middletown, Connecticut, Jane lived a life defined by her deep compassion for others, her boundless creativity, and an infectious joy that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. Jane earned a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University...
LeRoy M Daniels
May 26, 2026
Leroy Daniels Jr., born February 14, 1947, known to many as "Pops", passed away peacefully May 26, 2026, surrounded by the love of family. Pops was a devoted Yankee's fan and known as a father figure to many. He was always willing to help those in need and lend a helping hand, with his joyous smile, kind heart and guidance....
Gerald Nenninger
May 9, 2026
Gerald (Jerry) Nenninger, Sr.September 18, 1941 - May 9, 2026Gerald "Jerry" Nenninger Sr. passed away on May 9th, 2026, at the age of 84, surrounded by family, after a brief illness. Gerald, the eldest son of John and Constance (Russo) Nenninger, was born on September 18, 1941, in Middletown, CT. Gerald attended St. Mary's of Czestochowa School and graduated from...
Martin Ramsey Sr.
May 7, 2026
Martin S. Ramsey, Sr .He went by Marty. Passed away on Thursday at his home in Haddam Marty was kind and thoughtful, hardworking, sensitive, and generous. He would do anything for his family. His love of cooking and baking was a trait passed on to his children. He retired after 30 years from Whiting Forensic State Hospital and then worked...
Joe Scirpo
May 4, 2026
Joe Scirpo, age 88, passed away May 4, 2026, at Middlesex Memorial Hospital, Middletown, Connecticut.
He was born on December 29, 1937, in Middletown Connecticut, the son of the late Sebastian and Eleanor (Scirpo) Ruffino.
Joe retired after 45 years as a Machinist for Jarvis Products Corporation, Middletown
Connecticut. He moved with his wife, Joyce, and children to Durham, Connecticut in 1967. For...
George Thomas Angst
May 2, 2026
It's with great sadness on May 2, 2026, George Angst, of Durham, with his family by his side, passed into the arms of his beloved wife, Marie, and joined her in heaven George was born on February 15, 1933, in Astoria, New York, to George and Helen (Shelley) Angst. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy,...
Margaret M Paolillo
Apr 24, 2026
Margaret "Peggy" Paolillo, of Middletown, CT, died unexpectedly from an unforeseen illness, at the age of 87, on Friday, April 24, 2026. The family is deeply saddened by her sudden departure.Peggy was born on July 18th, 1938, near Wooster St., in New Haven, CT, New Haven's "Little Italy" and home of the world's best pizza. She lived in the greater...
Josephine M Russo
Apr 16, 2026
On April 16, 2026, the matriarch of our family, Josephine (DiMauro) Russo peacefully passed away with her family by her side at the age of 85.Josie was born to Santina and Rosario DiMauro on March 31,1941. She married the love of her life, James (Straw) Russo on June 24, 1961 and they were married for 52 beautiful years before his...
Theodore "Ted" Heller
Mar 18, 2026
Theodore "Ted" Heller, 93, passed away peacefully at home, with his loving wife by his side, on March 18, 2026. Ted was born August 26, 1932, in Willimantic, and was the son of Alice and Harry Heller. After his high school graduation, he moved to Durham, where he made many friends and participated in sports, including baseball, basketball, and...
Jennie " Vincenza" Lagana
Mar 17, 2026
our beloved mother and grandmother, Jennie (Vincenza) Lagana, 90, was peacefully called to heaven on March 17, 2026, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. She is now reunited with her beloved husband of 65 years, Salvatore. Jennie was born on October 26, 1935, in Melilli, Sicily, the daughter of the late Concetta (DiMauro) and Sebastiano Fazzino. After marrying,...
