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David Koonitsky

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David A. Koonitsky Sr.
Retired meat cutter

NAUGATUCK — Mr. David A. Koonitsky Sr., age 67, of Naugatuck, died unexpectedly on July 1, 2012, at his home.

Mr. Koonitsky was born in Waterbury on Aug. 3, 1944, a son of the late Anthony and Olga (Antonchuck) Koonitsky. He was retired as a meat cutter, having worked at Everybody’s Market and the Southbury Food Center for many years. He was a member of the Polish American Club of Naugatuck, was an avid New York Yankees fan, enjoyed fishing and loved his little dog, Frankie.

Mr. Koonitsky proudly served his country, having served in the National Guard for six years.

Mr. Koonitsky is survived by a daughter, Cynthia Brodeur and her husband Rick of Naugatuck; a son, David A. Koonitsky Jr. and his wife Melanie of Stratford; a brother, Dennis Koonitsky of Charleston, R.I.; six grandchildren, Katelyn Brodeur, Kelly Brodeur, Julianna Koonitsky, Nicholas Koonitsky, Jenna Koonitsky and Grace Koonitsky; his former wife, Barbara (Whay) Koonitsky of Naugatuck; a niece, Danielle Accetura; a nephew, Eric Koonitsky.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 6, 2012, at 7 p.m. at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Ave., Naugatuck. Burial will be in Grove Cemetery in Naugatuck at the convenience of the family. Calling hours will be held on Friday, July 6, 2012, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Naugatuck Ecumenical Food Bank, 75 Spring St., Naugatuck, CT 06770.

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Doris Lanouette

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Doris E. Lanouette
Retired bookkeeper

WATERBURY — Doris E. (Molinek) Lanouette, age 93, of The Village at East Farms, formerly of Hunt Hill Road in Waterbury and Heritage Village in Southbury, passed away on Monday, July 16, 2012, surrounded by her loving family. She was the widow of Arthur H. Lanouette Jr.

Mrs. Lanouette was born on March 20, 1919 in Boston, Mass., a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Pavlasek) Molinek. She retired from Silverman and Zackin, CPA, where she worked as a bookkeeper for many years. She enjoyed spending time at her vacation homes in New Hampshire and Florida.

She is survived by her three daughters, Patricia Malone of West Haven, Elaine Duffy and her husband, Michael, of Watertown and Claudia Michaelis and her husband, Gary, of Oakville; two sons, Arthur Henry Lanouette III and his wife, Violette, of Meriden and James Lanouette and his wife, Claudia, of Morris.

She also leaves six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson.

She was predeceased by her sisters, Elizabeth, Mary, Anna, Emma, Hilda, Esther and Ruth as well as her son-in-law Joseph Malone.

The funeral will be held on Friday, July 20, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 26 Waterbury Road, Route 69, Prospect. Burial will immediately follow in Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 5 to 8 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: VITAS Hospice Care, 1579 Straits Turnpike, Middlebury, CT 06762.

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Helen Collette

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Helen A. Collette
Waterbury native

GLASTONBURY — Helen A. (Ashe) Collette, 71, passed away on Tuesday, July 17, 2012, in the Vitas Hospice Unit at Saint Mary’s Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

Helen was born on Feb. 3, 1941, in Waterbury, a daughter of the late Joseph E. Ashe and Eugenia (Rosier) Ashe. She was retired after working as an administrative accounting assistant for many years. She enjoyed sewing, knitting and, most of all, spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Helen is survived by her children, Glenn Genest and his wife Lisa of Glastonbury, Carla Rosato and her husband Peter of Prospect, and Scott Genest and his wife Rebecca of DeBary, Fla.; her siblings, Richard Ashe, Patricia Stethem, Lora Perrone and Margaret Ashe; and nine grandchildren. She was predeceased by her other siblings, Paula Josephine, James Edward and Yvonne Sarah.

Calling hours will be held on Saturday, July 21, 2012, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 26 Waterbury Road, Route 69, Prospect. A memorial service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 3:45 p.m. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: VITAS Charitable Fund, 628 Hebron Ave. Suite 300 Glastonbury, CT 06083; or the Cancer Center at Midstate Medical Center, 455 Lewis Ave., Meriden, CT 06451.

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Edward Pratt

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Naugatuck- Edward J. Pratt 35, passed away suddenly at his home on Saturday, July 21,2012. He was the son of Edward and Pamela (Barstis) Pratt.

EJ was born in Waterbury on November 20,1976. He Graduated with honors from Kaynor Technical School in 1995. He served honorable with the U.S. Army
earning is parachutist badge and he was a veteran who served in Bosnia and Korea. EJ was a great person who could accomplish anything he set his mind to.
Family and friends that EJ had touched in some way throughout his short, yet very memorable life will miss him. EJ’s life would seem too short to many,
but those who were touched by him understood that the quality far exceeds the time in which one lives.

Besides his parents EJ leaves two sisters Karlene and her husband Mike Falk of Southington and Kelly Pratt and her husband Jake Ruslow of Terryville.

A memorial service for family and close friends will be held on Thursday, July 26. 2012 at 1:30 p.m. at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Ave,
Naugatuck. There are no calling hours. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers donations in EJ’s memory can be made to South Park Inn a homeless Veterans transitional living program www.southparkinn.org . (860) 724-0071 ext 302;
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Mary Ellen Marques

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Naugatuck- MaryEllen T. (Stoponaitis) Marques 51, passed away at her home on Saturday July 21, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Julio P. Marques Jr.
MaryEllen was born on November 10, 1960 in Waterbury and was the daughter of the late Francis and Mary (Gotlibowski) Steponaitis. MaryEllen was a graduate of Naugatuck High School. She went on to earn her Bachelor Degree from Southern Connecticut State University, and a Masters Degree in education from Central Connecticut State University. She was Kindergarten teacher at Maple Hill School in Naugatuck, where she taught since the school opened its doors. MaryEllen was an avid golfer and a member of Watertown Golf Club. She enjoyed spending time with the people she loved the most and was a communicant of St. Francis of Assisi Church.
Besides her husband of 29 years, she leaves a daughter Lauren, and a son Christopher, both of Naugatuck. She leaves a brother Douglas and his wife Barbara Steponaitis of Kensington, a mother-in-law Dolores and her husband Norman Bouffard of Seminole, Florida. She also leaves a brother and sister-in-law, Tom and Mary Alice Sullivan and leaves several nieces and nephews.
MaryEllen was predeceased by her sister Joan Kaiser and her father-in-law Julio P. Marques Sr.
MaryEllen’s funeral will be held on Thursday morning July 26, 2012 at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 318 Church St, Naugatuck at 10:00 a.m. All are asked to meet directly at the church. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday evening from 4:30 to 7:30 at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home 82 Fairview Ave, Naugatuck. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to: The MaryEllen Marques Education Fund care of Naugatuck Savings Bank, 87 Church St, Naugatuck CT 06770.

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Vincent Summa

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Vincent P. Summa
Uniroyal Footwear retiree

NAPLES, Fla. — Mr. Vincent P. Summa, age 82, of Naples, Fla., formerly of Naugatuck, passed away on Sunday, July 22, 2012, in Naples surrounded by his daughters.

Mr. Summa was born in Naugatuck on June 28, 1930, a son of the late Frank and Rosina (Errico) Summa. He was retired from the Uniroyal Inc. Footwear Division in Naugatuck, where he worked as a machinist for many years and was a communicant of St. Vincent Ferrer Church in Naugatuck.

Mr. Summa was a United States Army veteran having proudly served his country as a sergeant during the Korean War. He was the recipient of the Korean Service Medal with one Bronze Star, the United Nations Service Medal, Connecticut Wartime Veterans Service Medal and the National Defense Service Medal.

Mr. Summa is survived by two daughters, Darleen Kearney and Rosemary Stepler; a son, Harold Summa; two brothers, John Summa and Jerry Summa; five grandchildren, Erin Skrok, Meggie Kearney, Brandon Stepler, Michael Stepler and Lyla Rose Summa; two great-grandchildren, Natalie Strong and Lucas Stepler; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his companion, Barbara Scofield.

A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, July 28, 2012, at 10 a.m. at St. Vincent Ferrer Church, 1006 New Haven Road, Naugatuck. Family and friends are asked to please meet directly at the church. Burial will be in St. James Cemetery in Naugatuck. Calling hours will be held on Friday, July 27, 2012, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Ave., Naugatuck.

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Elizabeth Jonaitis

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Bristol – Elizabeth Ann (Sigetti)Jonaitis, 80, passed away peacefully July 23, 2012, at Bristol Hospital.

She was born on May 5, 1932, in Waterbury, the daughter of the late John and Mary Sigetti of Naugatuck. In her younger years, Elizabeth worked as a secretary at the UCONN Waterbury campus. She then devoted her time to raising her children before becoming a longtime employee of the Wolcott Board of Education. She made many friends along the way before retiring in the mid 1990′s. She lived in Wolcott for 49 years, relocating to Bristol in 1999.

Elizabeth was a warm, fun loving woman who enjoyed entertaining family and friends. She was an avid cook, making traditional ethnic recipes to share with all who came to visit. She had an open-door policy and everyone was always welcome in her home. In later years, she took enjoyment in reading, music and relaxing on her front porch and back yard deck just enjoying life.

Elizabeth is survived by her son, John A. Jonaitis, Jr. daughter in law Tera, grandchildren Christopher and Julia, all of Colorado. Her daughter, Lisa M. Jonaitis of Bristol. Her sister, Rose Gallo of Naugatuck, and many very special nieces and nephews as well as treasured friends. She also leaves behind her faithful four-legged companions Delilah, Liliana and Spooky.

She is predeceased by her brothers, John, Lawrence, Charles, George and Michael Sigetti a sister, Mary Fredricks and her ex-husband John Jonaitis.

The funeral will be held on Saturday, July 28, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. from the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Ave, Naugatuck to St. Francis of Assisi Church, 318 Church Street for a mass at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday evening from 7-9 p.m.

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Jane Howson

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Jane Ann Hanley, age 90, of Easthampton, Massachusetts, formerly of Naugatuck and Prospect Connecticut died peacefully on July 27th at the home of her daughter Christine following a brief illness. She was surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Naugatuck on October 26, 1921 to Joseph and Georianna (Englehart) Hanley.
Mrs. Howson was the widow of Thomas F. Howson Sr. They had been happily married for over 46 years.
Mrs. Howson is also predeceased by her son Thomas F Howson Jr.,3 brothers, William Fleming, Francis Fleming, and John Hanley and 2 sisters Germaine Hanley and Betty Baker and great grand daughter, Jayla Ashley Lavallee.
She is survived by her daughters, Chris Howson Lynch of Easthampton, MA. and Germaine(Gerri) Howson Anderson and her husband Brian of Millinocket, ME., grandchildren, Clint Howson and his wife Tracy of Prospect, CT., Kelley Lukeski and her husband John also of Prospect, CT., Michelle Charette and her husband Gary of Millinocket, ME., Dan Anderson and his wife Amy also of Millinocket, ME., Morgan Lynch and her fiance Jaime Lavallee of Hadley, MA. Thomas Mills and Tammy Thompson and their families of Hagerstown,MD. and great-grandchildren, Zachary and Jacob Howson, Taylor, Nicole and Alyssa Lukeski, Evan and Kacie MaLaughlin, Makayla and Molly Anderson, and Jack Lavallee.
Mrs. Howson is also survived by 4 brothers, Jim Hanley of Naugatuck, CT., Joe Hanley and his wife Alice of Naugatuck, CT., Ray Hanley and his wife Barbara of Southbury,CT., and Bob Hanley and his wife Mary Alice of Newport, RI., sister-in-law Shirley Fleming of Naugatuck, CT., and former sister-in-laws Mary Mills and Carol Howson.
Jane is also survived by many nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews and their families as well as her very good friend Marge Bell.
Jane graduated from St. Agnes School of nursing in Hartford, Ct. and worked at St.Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury for many years. She was a devoted wife and Mother who enjoyed camping with her family including many happy summers at Kettletown State Park in Southbury, CT. She and Tom loved to travel together including their 4 month cross country trip in 1976 in their Tioga camper. Jane was a Den Mother, Brownie and Girl Scout Leader, member of the PTA and a Room Mother.
Jane grew up in a large family of 2 sisters and 7 brothers and the beloved family matriarch, Grammy Hanley, also known as Georgie. There is no measure of the love she felt for her siblings and how much she enjoyed spending time with them and their families. Most recently, Jane enjoyed visits from her brothers when they would come to visit her in Massachusetts and take her out for lunch. Jane was honored with a surprise 90th birthday party last October which was attended by over 100 family members and friends.
Jane would never turn down an offer to go to Popeyes for lunch, for Ice Cream in Oxford or anywhere else for that matter, like Abbotts or Blackies. She always looked forward to her trips to visit her family in Maine and enjoy a fresh Maine lobster dinner prepared by Brian.
Jane was well recognized for her baking skills including her speciality birthday cakes and homemade pies. She excelled in making Christmas cookies which her brothers and grandchildren especially enjoyed.
Jane always kept herself busy cooking, going to ceramics classes where she would bring her beautiful dolls to life. She liked to crochet, sew and embroider. Her favorite past time was gardening. Her backyard could challenge any fine English garden. Did we mention how much she liked flowers?
Jane’s family would like to thank everyone for each kind word or each special thought they send her way. We would like to thank the VNA and Hospice of Cooley Dickinson Hospital for their gentle and caring support, her home health aide Kim, and also the staff at Thayercare in Hadley. We would especially like to thank Dr. Paul Baecher, Jane’s doctor. He was always respectful, dignified, sometimes humorous but always kind. He would make himself available to take a call, or to see her in his office to avoid a visit to the ER. He and his staff are the best.
Jane and her grand daughter Morgan had developed a special relationship. Morgan learned early in her life that Gram was a caregiver and would do anything for her at any time. Jane was a good mentor because Morgan would do anything at anytime for her Gram. Gram understood Morgans love for horses and enjoyed going to the barn with Morgan to help take care of her horse Paxton, sweep the floors, or even watch Jack which could prove harder than caring for the horses.
Jack loved his Grammy Howso (his name for her) unconditionally. They played, laughed, read, walked, swam, and sometimes even napped together. He would go into her room early each morning to tell her to wake up, her coffee was ready. If she wasn’t fast enough, he would even try to pull her out of bed. Just last week, Jack helped the nurse take Grammy Howso’s blood pressure. The Physical Therapist would often ask Jack to help to get Grammy Howso to walk, stand or even sit so she could complete her evaluation. She would do anything for Jack.
Everyone will have their special memories of Jane, her brothers, neighbors, friends, her grand children and her great grandchildren and other family members. Jane (and Tom) always opened her heart and her home to people in need. She had that special nack to make you feel welcome, to sit down, relax and have coffee and…
Chris and Gerri will have memories of a Mom who could love you no more or any better. She was everything you could want in a Mom and more. She will be missed terribily. There is no way to express our love and admiration in words. But its okay, she knew we loved her and that she loved us.
Jane will be best rememberd as a remarkable daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, friend and most importantly, a very good person. She enjoyed looking at the clouds and reminded you of the beauty of nature all around us. She was a tough old girl but you won’t find anyone nicer.
Memorials may be sent to VNA and Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, 168 Industrial Drive, Northampton, MA, 01060.

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Rosemary Tutolo

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Mrs. Rosemary Tutolo
Enjoyed traveling

PROSPECT — Mrs. Rosemary (Edmond) Tutolo, age 71, of Prospect, passed away on Friday, July 27, 2012, at the VITAS Innovative Hospice Care Unit at Saint Mary’s Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Robert J. Tutolo Sr. for 51 years.

Mrs. Tutolo was born in Waterbury on Aug. 5, 1940, daughter of the late Stewart and Helen Edmond. She was retired after working as a retail sales associate and was a communicant of St. Anthony Roman Catholic Church in Prospect. She enjoyed traveling with her husband to Europe and the Caribbean. Her family also spent many memorable summers together at Charlestown Beach in Rhode Island. She loved spending time with her family, friends and grandchildren.

Besides her husband, Mrs. Tutolo is survived by two daughters, Lori Dickman and her husband, David, of Prospect and Susan Skoog and her husband, J.R., of Manchester; two sons, Robert Tutolo Jr. and his wife, Sheryl, of Northfield and Michael J. Tutolo and Gina Battistoni of Prospect; and seven grandchildren, Danielle and Steven Dickman, Bobby, Carly and David Tutolo, and Jason and Ryan Skoog.

A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, July 31, 2012, at 10 a.m. at St. Anthony Roman Catholic Church, 4 Union City Road, Prospect. Family and friends are asked to please meet directly at the church. Burial will be in Prospect Cemetery. Calling hours will be held on Monday, July 30, 2012, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 26 Waterbury Road, Route 69, Prospect.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Memorial and Honor Program, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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Marion Larkin

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Marion D. Larkin
Retired waitress

WATERTOWN — Marion D. (Chevrier) Larkin, 88, formerly of 12 Wolfhill Road, Wolcott, passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at Apple Rehab of Watertown.

Mrs. Larkin was born on Sept. 23, 1923, in Rose Blanche, Newfoundland, a daughter of the late Clarence and Elizabeth Skinner. She was retired from many area restaurants where she worked as a waitress for many years. She was a member of the Waterbury Elks Lodge and the Emblem Club.

She is survived by two daughters, Elaine Bellemare of Waterbury and Diane Smith of Waterbury, and her daughter-in-law, Joan Chevrier of Prospect. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Bret Chevrier and his wife, Jacque, Scot Chevrier and Michael Bellemare, and one great-granddaughter, Sophie Chevrier. She was predeceased by her son, Mark Chevrier.

The funeral will be held on Monday, July 30, 2012, at 9:30 a.m. from the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 26 Waterbury Road, Route 69, Prospect CT 06712, to St. Anthony’s Church for a Mass at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Prospect Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday morning from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: WARC, 1929 East Main St, Waterbury CT 06705.

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Joaquim Janeiro

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Joaquim Santos Janeiro
Retired service technician

NAUGATUCK — Mr. Joaquim Santos Janeiro, age 65, of Naugatuck, died unexpectedly on Friday, July 27, 2012, at his home. He was the husband of Sharon Ann (Cuddy) Janeiro.

Mr. Janeiro was born in Portugal on Aug. 28, 1946, a son of the late Alexander and Maria (DaRocha) Janeiro. He was retired after working as a service technician for many years.

Besides his wife, Mr. Janeiro is survived by a daughter, Carrie Ann Janeiro and her fiance, Joey Gonzalez, of Waterbury; a son, Michael Janeiro of Waterbury; two brothers, Jose DaRocha of Waterbury and Miguel DaRocha of Waterbury; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Graveside funeral services and burial will be held on Thursday, Aug. 2, 2012, at 10 a.m. at Calvary Cemetery in Waterbury. Family and friends are asked to please meet directly at the cemetery. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2012, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Ave., Naugatuck.

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Elizabeth Harrison

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Loving Mother and Grandmother

Naugatuck-Elizabeth C. (Schiller) Harrison, 89, passed away on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was the widow of Robert Harrison whom she was married to for 58 years.

Mrs. Harrison was born on August 6, 1922 in Naugatuck a daughter of the late Louis Schiller and Katherine (Smith) Schiller. She worked for Town Clerk’s Office in Naugatuck for years and retired from John Howard Whittemore, Co where she worked as an office manager. She was a graduate of Naugatuck High School Class of 1940 and a communicant of St. Francis of Assisi Church. She was a member of the Red Hat Society and YMCA Water Lilies. Elizabeth was an avid reader and enjoyed going to the Naugatuck Senior Center, Cape Cod, telling stories, laughing, singing, watching UCONN Huskies, going to musicals and plays, knitting/crocheting and decorating for the holidays. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family.

She is survived by her daughter, Karen Harrison of Bethlehem, four sons, Robert and William Harrison both of Middlebury, Steven Harrison and his wife Zorka of Lisbon, and Raymond Harrison and his wife Maria of Waterbury, two sisters, Grace Nolan of Naugatuck, Teresa Sroka of Wallingford, a sister-in-law, Mary Schiller and brother-in-law, Duane Bretvick. She also leaves her five grandchildren; Jessica Melendez, Mark Harrison, Brian Harrison, Kristy Harrison and Bill Harrison and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her sister Helen Bretvick and brother Louis Schiller.

The family would like to give special thanks to the Waterbury VNA Hope Team for the loving care they gave mom in her time of need.

The funeral will be held on Friday, August 3, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 318 Church St, Naugatuck. All are asked to meet directly at the church. Burial will be in St. James Cemetery. Friends may call at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Ave, Naugatuck this evening from 5 to 7 p.m.

Memorial Contributions may be made to: St Francis of Assisi Church, 284 Church St., Naugatuck, CT 06770 or the Waterbury VNA, 50 Brookside Ave, Waterbury CT 06708.

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Mary Moleski

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Prospect-Mary L. (Savosik) Moleski, 66, passed away on Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital. She was the wife of William S. Moleski.

Mary was born on June 16, 1946 in Everett, MA a daughter of the late Walter and Mary Savosik. She was retired from Unilever a division of Elizabeth Arden where she worked as a document coordinator for many years. She was a communicant of St. Anthony’s Church and was an avid fan of the Bruins, 49ers’, Oakland A’s, St. Louis Cardinals and the UCONN Girls Basketball. She enjoyed needle point and most of all spending time with her family and friends.

Besides her husband William of 36 years she is survived by her sister, Arlene Tighe and her husband Jim of Cohasset, MA. She also leaves two nieces Lauren and Kathleen.

Special thanks to the personnel at Charlotte Hungerford for all of there care and support and the CNA and Nurses at Paradigm of Torrington who were like family to her.

The funeral will be held on Monday, August 6, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Anthony’s Roman Catholic Church, 4 Union City Rd, Prospect. Everyone is asked to meet directly at the church. Burial will be in St. James Cemetery. Friends may call at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 26 Waterbury Rd, Rte. 69, Prospect on Sunday afternoon from 2-4 p.m.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: CT Humane Society, 701 Russell Rd, Newington, CT 06111.

To place online condolences please logon to: www.buckmillerbrothers.com.

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Thomas Cronen

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Thomas J. Cronen formerly of 15 Joseph Road Naugatuck and EPOCH of Brewster passed from this life on August 4, 2012 at his home in Brewster, MA. He was the husband, for the past 62 years, of Malvena (Federonis) Cronen formerly of 15 Joseph Road Naugatuck and EPOCH of Brewster in Brewster, MA.

Mr. Cronen was born in Waterbury, CT on October 15, 1930 the son of the late Cathryn (Corcoran) Cronen and Thomas J. Cronen. He was raised in Waterbury and graduated from Cheshire Academy and the University of New Haven and was a long time resident of Naugatuck.

He worked as a corrosion engineer for the Northeast Utilities Service Company for 43 years before retiring in 1991. He was a lifelong member of the National Association of Corrosion Engineers and a past director of the northeast region. In addition, he was past chairman of the Appalachian Underground Corrosion Short Course at the University of West Virginia. He was also the head of his own consulting firm, Corrosion Protection Testing Service based in Naugatuck.

He was a veteran of the U.S Army during the Korean War and a communicant of St. Francis Church in Naugatuck.

Beside his wife he leaves three sons, Thomas D. Cronen, Steven J. Cronen and David J. Cronen, seven grandchildren and several cousins.

Too often we don’t take time during a lifetime to give tribute to someone we all love and cherish – therefore, here’s to eighty one wonderful years with Thomas Joseph Cronen – Husband, Father, Grandfather, Friend…we all love you, Dad and Granpa.

The funeral will be held on Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. from the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Ave, Naugatuck to St. Francis of Assisi Church, 318 Church St, Naugatuck for a mass at 11:00 a.m. Burial with full military honors will be in St. James Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday morning from 9-10:30 a.m.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to EPOCH of Brewster at 875 Harwich Road in Brewster, MA 02631 and Alzheimer’s Services of Cape Cod & the Islands, Inc.

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Lisa Mason

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Lisa E. Mason-
Lisa E. Mason, 59, of Prospect passed away peacefully surrounded by her closest friends after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Lisa is survived by her mother, Dorothy Hutt Mason, her childhood friend Judy and Judy’s children Allie and Jeff (her godson). Lisa is also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins and her students. She is predeceased by her devoted father, Edward, and her beloved brother Edward III (Teddy).
Lisa graduated from Naugatuck High School in the class of 1971. Always a competitor, Lisa was a renowned member of the Naugatuck Nuggets women’s softball team. She received an Associate’s Degree from Dean Jr. College, a Bachelor’s degree from UCONN and a Master’s Degree from University of Bridgeport.
After a long successful career as a golf sales representative for McGregor and Reebok, she found her passion and began her teaching career at North End Middle School in Waterbury, CT, where she brought history to life for her students. She also served with distinction as a union representative.
Elected to the Board of Aldermen in 1997, she was a devoted public servant and ever vigilant watchdog for the City of Waterbury. In 1998, Lisa was voted the Best Political Newcomer in a public opinion poll conducted by the Waterbury Observer. She served as a City Plan Commissioner, President of the East End Community Club and was a member of the Board of Directors of Brass City Harvest. After moving to Prospect, she continued her public service as a member of the Board of Assessment Appeal.
She was most known for her sense of style with signature pieces consisting of crisp white shirts, glitter glam glasses, and Gucci shoes. She will be remembered for her wit, depth of knowledge and her ability to clearly articulate her thoughts and opinions. A fan of talk radio, her distinctive voice could often be heard across the local radio airwaves.
A mass will be celebrated in Lisa’s memory Friday, August 10, 2012 at 11:00 at Saint Francis of Assisi Church, 318 Church St, Naugatuck. Burial is private. There are no calling hours and the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Ave, Naugatuck is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, please honor Lisa with a donation to the North End Middle School Student Activity Fund, c/o Michael LoRusso, Principal, 534 Bucks Hill Road, Waterbury, CT 06704.

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Modesto Natal

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Naugatuck-Modesto S. Natal, Jr., 66, passed away suddenly in his home on Wednesday, August 8, 2012. He was the widower of Margaret “Peggy” (Stone) Natal.

Mr. Natal was born on August 6, 1946 in Puerto Rico, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Modesto Natal Sr. He was retired from Pratt and Whitney where he worked as a machinist for many years.

He is survived by his daughter, Yvette Brooks and her husband Paul of Naugatuck, his sister, Viviana Maldonado of Puerto Rico, three grandchildren, Sheyana, Hunter and Havana- Sky Brooks. He is also survived by his companion for the past three years, Jodi Avendano.

His family will be accepting family and friends for calling hours on Saturday, August 11, 2012 from 9-11 a.m. at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Ave, Naugatuck. Funeral services and burial will be held at the convenience of the family.

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Edward Korowotny

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Naugatuck-Edward S. Korowotny, 76 passed away August 9, 2012 at his home surrounded by his loving family, after an extended illness. He is survived by his wife of 54 years,

Marilyn (Best) Korowotny. Ed was born January 23, 1936 in Waterbury, son of the late Stella (Zbikowski) and Alexander Korowotny. A lifelong resident of Naugatuck growing up in

the Union City section of town, he was a graduate of St. Hedwig’s School and Naugatuck High School, Class of 1953. He graduated from Kaynor Technical School, class of 1957. Ed

proudly served three years in the United States Marine Corps, stationed in Camp Lejeune, NC. After being discharged, he began his career working at Precision Methods and

Machines in 1960. He retired as foreman from Howard Engineering in 2001, after many years of service. Ed always enjoyed his work, and all the men that he worked with. He was a

member of Polish Falcons Nest 65 and the Naugatuck Elks Club and was an avid hunter, fisherman and outdoorsman. He also enjoyed coaching his children on the baseball and softball

fields, and loved following the Chicago Bears and New York Yankees. His greatest joy was being surrounded by his children and grandchildren and their large circle of friends. Ed and

Marilyn enjoyed many fun vacations with their family and in later years with their friends. He was a communicant of St. Francis of Assisi Church in Naugatuck.

In addition to his wife, Ed is also survived by his four beloved children and their spouses, Ed (and Mary) Korowotny, Lisa (and Tony) Rotella, Susan (and Carl) Lafevre and Jim (and

Maureen) Korowotny, and his cherished grandchildren, Molly, Emma, Erin, Meghan and James Korowotny, all of Naugatuck and Terilyn Esse, and her husband Todd of Fairfield, and

Ed Barbuto and his wife Eilish of Naugatuck who were just like his own children to him. He also leaves his brother in law, Jim Best and his wife Arline, five nephews, a niece and several

cousins.

The family would like to thank all of their friends for the tremendous support given them throughout Ed’s Illness. A special thanks to all of his doctors and their staffs, and also to the

Waterbury VNA nurses and aides for their excellent care. Ed always said he had a good life, good family and good friends. Semper Fi.

The funeral will be held on Monday, August 13, 2012 at 9:30 a.m. from the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Ave, Naugatuck to St. Francis of Assisi Church, for a mass

at 10:00 a.m. Burial with full military honors will be in St. James Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday afternoon from 2-5 p.m.

In Ed’s memory, donations can be made to St. Francis Church, 318 Church St, Naugatuck, the Harold Leever Regional Cancer Center, 1075 Chase Parkway, Waterbury CT 06708

or the Waterbury VNA, 50 Brookside Rd, Waterbury CT 06708.

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John McDermott

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Waterbury-John P. McDermott, 86, passed away on Thursday, August 9, 2012 at St. Mary’s Hospital.

Mr. McDermott was born on December 10, 1925 in Waterbury a son of the late James W. McDermott and Catherine (McCarthy) McDermott. He was the owner operator of Jack’s Place (Garden Center) in Naugatuck. He was a WWII Veteran having served in the US Navy and has received the WWII Victory Medal, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal, Navy Occupation service Medal and Presidential Unit Citation Ribbon.

He is survived by four sons, Paul J. McDermott and his wife Sina of Naugatuck, Mark McDermott of Litchfield, Kevin J. McDermott of Waterbury and Christopher J. McDermott of Orlando, FL, a daughter Diane Jacobs of Woodbury, one brother, James L. McDermott of Sunset Beach, NC. He also leaves 9 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and his former wife Jean (Shopis) McDermott.

He was predeceased by his two sisters, Roseanne Gallagher and Helene Olsen and two brothers, William and Andrew McDermott.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, August 13, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Ave, Naugatuck. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

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Grace Halkett

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Grace A. Halkett
Pharmacy technician
WATERBURY — Grace Allison Halkett, age 51, of Waterbury, died Sunday, Aug. 12, 2012, at Yale-New Haven Hospital. She was the wife of Joseph Roberts.

Grace was born in Waterbury on Feb. 2, 1961, a daughter of the late Roland and Josephine Halkett. She worked as a pharmacy technician at Saint Mary’s Hospital and was a communicant of Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Waterbury. She enjoyed going to the beach and doing word games and was an avid reader.

Besides her husband, Grace is survived by a daughter, Elena Roberts of Waterbury; a sister, Sandra Riley and her husband, John, of Prospect; a brother, Robert Strasdauskas and his wife, Patricia, of Wolcott; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two brothers, James Halkett and John Strasdauskas, and a sister, Ellen Morton.

A funeral Mass will be held on Friday, Aug. 17, 2012, at 10 a.m. at St. Anthony’s Roman Catholic Church, 4 Union City Road, Prospect. Family and friends are asked to please meet directly at the church. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Friends may call at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 26 Waterbury Road, Prospect, on Thursday evening from 6 to 8 p.m.

Contributions may be made in Grace’s memory to: St. Mary’s School, 43 Cole St, Waterbury, CT 06706.

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Henry Mikulski

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Henry Mikulski
Loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather

PROSPECT — Henry Mikulski, 82, passed away Saturday morning, Aug. 11, 2012, at Waterbury Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Lore (Kopp) Mikulski.

Henry was born in Klaski, Poland, on Nov. 19, 1929, and immigrated to the United States with his wife and son in 1957. After five years in Naugatuck, he moved to Prospect where he spent the rest of his life. Henry worked at Risdon Manufacturing in Naugatuck for 25 years until his retirement in 1989. He spent his remaining years watching both his garden and his family grow.

Besides his loving wife of 60 years, Henry is survived by two sons, Mark Mikulski and his wife, Laurie, of Prospect, and Tom Mikulski and his wife, Nancy, of Nashville; a brother, Marian Mikulski of Poland; five grandchildren, Erica Humphreys, and Justin, Jessica, Jon and Jared Mikulski; and a great-grandson, Forrest Humphreys.

Henry’s funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Anthony’s Church, 4 Union City Road, Prospect, on Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, at 10 a.m. Family and friends are asked to meet directly at the church. Burial will be in Prospect Cemetery. Friends may call at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 26 Waterbury Road (Route 69), Prospect, on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Prospect Volunteer Fire Department, 26 New Haven Road, Prospect, CT 06712.

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