Naugatuck – Elizabeth (Betty) Christensen, 81, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2014 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury.
Betty was born on January 22, 1932 in Waterbury, the daughter of the late Milton and Katherine (Foley) Christensen. She worked for the footwear division of Uniroyal for over 30 years and was retired from Sperry Automatic in Naugatuck. She was a longtime parishioner of St. Vincent Ferrer Church of Naugatuck and was a member of the Ladies Guild.
Betty is survived by her sister, Mary C. Leary of Naugatuck. She is also survived by her three nieces, Coleen Pazzani and her husband Martin, of Farmington, Kathleen Bordonaro and her husband Michael, of Rocky Hill, and Eileen Garvey and her husband Brian, of Franklin, Ma., and her two nephews, Thomas Leary and his wife Pamela and Michael Leary, both of Naugatuck. She will also be missed by her nine great-nieces/nephews and her four great-great-nieces/nephews
The funeral will be held on Monday, January 13, 2014, at St. Vincent Ferrer Church, 1006 New Haven Road (Route 63), Naugatuck at 11:00 a.m. Everyone is asked to meet directly at the church. Burial will be at St. James cemetery in Naugatuck, at a later date. There are no calling hours. The Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Avenue, Naugatuck, is in charge of her arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to OR/TV, who broadcasts the daily mass, located at 15 Peach Orchard Road, Prospect, Ct. 06712, or St. Vincent Ferrer Church.
PROSPECT — Frank M. Santoro, 89, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Carmella (Rio) Santoro.
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Mary Jane Boisvert, nee Fitzpatrick, passed away on January 18, 2014 surrounded by her family in a room filled with love. 
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Naugatuck-Carrie C. Wilcox, 30, passed away suddenly on Friday, January 17, 2014.
Cheshire-Frances (Burke) Jackson of 150 Cook Hill Rd, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2014. She was the wife of the late Dale L. Jackson with whom she lived with in Prospect for many years before moving to Elim Park in Cheshire in 2002.
Waterbury-Dolande B. (Beaulieu) Kennedy, 78, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at St. Mary’s Hospital surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late Roger Kennedy.
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Naugatuck-Henry J. Cabral, 82, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2014 at St. Mary’s Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Janet (Stankiewicz) Cabral. 
Waterbury-Maura K. (Kerwin) Cortese, 63, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2014 at Gaylord Hospital in Wallingford surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Anthony Cortese.
Harwinton – Frederick W. Klies, 55, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2014 at New Milford Hospital, due to injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident June 28, 2007. Mr. Klies was born on May 19, 1958 in Waterbury, a son of the late Herman and Eva (Bernick) Klies. He was the owner and operator of Eastern Cycle Performance of Waterbury and a member of The Martial Arts Hall of Fame. Frederick is survived by his two sons, Frederick Jr. and Eric Klies, and their mother, Joan Buonocore. He is also survived by his sisters, Edinna Klies Cross and her husband Ralph, Jacqueline Klies, and Heidi Klies, and his four nephews, Ralph H. Cross, James R. Cross, Jason Goldberg, and Chris Goldberg as well as his great nephews, Aaron Goldberg and Sean Welch. Frederick’s family would like to thank Barbie Howland Morton and Barbara Cole, his wonderful healthcare providers, and the staff at New Milford Hospital and Hospice, for their outstanding care and support. The funeral service for Mr. Klies will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2014, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Anthony’s Church, 4 Union City Rd, Prospect. Family and friends are asked to meet directly at the church. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours and The Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 26 Waterbury Rd, Rte. 69, Prospect, is in charge of his arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to: Hospital for Special Care, TBI Unit, Dr. Stanwood, 2150 Corbin Ave. New Britain, Ct. 06053, or, Kent Specialty Care – Flanders, 46 Maple St. Kent, Ct. 06757.
Danbury-Herminda “Minda” L. (Lamas) Scally, 97, formerly of Naugatuck passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2014 at Filosa Nursing and Rehab surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife the late Thomas M. Scally. Minda was born on April 6, 1916 in Eiravedra, Spain, a daughter of the late Manuel and Mary Lamas. She was retired from Uniroyal Inc. where she worked as a Nurse for over 40 years. She was a member of the Naugatuck Historical Society and an honorary member of the Women’s Club of Naugatuck. She is survived by one daughter, Sandra Barnes and her husband David of Katonah, NY, and one son, Thomas Scally of NYC. She will be greatly missed by five grandchildren; Rebecca, Christopher, Hilary, Charles and Gregory and three great grandchildren; Averey, Tripp and Nikhil. She was predeceased by a daughter, Lisa Clark and her sister Elsie Lamas. The funeral will be held on Monday, February 10, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 318 Church Street, Naugatuck. 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, 82 Fairview Ave, Naugatuck on Sunday afternoon from 2-4 p.m.
Eric R. Steele A real life super-hero WATERBURY — Eric R. Steele, 30, passed away peacefully on Friday, Feb. 7, 2014, surrounded by his loving family. Eric was born on Nov. 23, 1983, in Bristol, a son of Christine Rutigliano and a grandson of Frank and Ann Rutigliano. In addition to his mother and grandparents, Eric is survived by his brother, Christopher Steele; his uncles, Jack Rutigliano, Hans Hartman and Thomas Fruin, and his aunt, Linda Fruin. He will also be greatly missed by his cousins, Erica, Adam, Matt, Noah and Tyler, as well as good friends Darcy and Tim and his dog Matty. Eric was a graduate of Crosby High School and previously worked at Walsh’s IGA. Eric was an avid collector of comic books, Legos, super-hero memorabilia and was a “Spider-man Enthusiast.” To those who knew and loved him, he was a real life super-hero! He loved his grandma’s cooking, especially her “peas and meatballs.” Eric’s family would like to thank Dr. Alvarez, his primary care physician, as well as all the doctors and nursing teams at Yale-New Haven and Smilow hospitals, Massachusetts General Hospital, Saint Mary’s Hospital, DaVita Dialysis and the VNA involved with providing outstanding care and support during Eric’s lifetime. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2014, at 10 a.m. at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 26 Waterbury Road, Rte. 69, Prospect. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Waterbury. Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the “Eric Steele Research Fund” at MGH, 55 Fruit St., GRB 1008, Boston, MA 02114. These funds will be used to further the research and treatment for calciphylaxis.
Waterbury-May (Miller) Homick, 98, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2014 at Beacon Brook Healthcare Center in Naugatuck. She was the wife of the late John Homick. May was born on January 31, 1916 in Waterbury a daughter of the late William Miller and Mary Anne (Conaty) Miller. She was retired from Waterbury Hospital where she worked as a Private Duty Nurse for many years. She was a 2nd Lt. in the Army during WWII. She enjoyed golfing, swimming at the Y, playing bridge and was an avid reader. She is survived by two daughters, Lucia Homick of Arlington, VA, Patricia Reichers of Naples, FL, a son, Thomas Homick of Waterbury, one sister, Lucy Miller, and one brother Edward Miller. She was predeceased by one sister, Lucy Dawid and one brother Edward Miller. Funeral services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours and the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Ave, Naugatuck is in charge of the arrangements.
Johanna DeMagistris Retired longtime seamstress PROSPECT – Johanna DeMagistris, 70, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2014 at the Smilow Cancer Center. She was the wife of Luigi DeMagistris. Johanna was born in Munich, Germany on March 6, 1943 and was the daughter of the late Josef and Anna Quint. She worked as a seamstress for various companies throughout her life until her retirement. Besides her husband, Johanna is survived by four daughters, Angelika Dunn and her husband Kyle of Wolcott, Claudia Calcaterra and her husband John of Prospect, Monika DeMagistris of Waterbury and Iris Pelosi with her husband, also of Waterbury; one son, Alfonso DeMagistris and his wife Ellen of Prospect; two brothers, Eugene Quint of New Britain and Herman Quint of California. Johanna also leaves 10 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. A memorial service will be held on Friday, Feb. 21, at 9 a.m. at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 26 Waterbury Road, Route 69, Prospect. There are no calling hours. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: The Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale-New Haven, 20 York St., New Haven, CT 06510.
Dunedin, FL-Mary Brigida Vieira Gotshall formerly of Naugatuck passed away on February 10, 2014. Mary was born in Naugatuck on May 7, 1920 a daughter of the late Apolonia and Manual Pinho. Mary was raised and educated in Portugal and married Camilo Vieira in 1943. They had two children. Camilo preceded Mary in death in 1969. Mary remarried in 1975 to Ralph Gotshall. Mary was employed by Uniroyal and was very involved in the Naugatuck Portuguese Club and was one of the founders of the Ladies Axillary as well as one of its first President’s. She was politically active in both State and local politics in helping candidates promote themselves within the Portuguese community. She loved to cook for her family. She cherished and leaves behind her children, her son, Camilo Vieira and his wife Mary of Waterbury, and her daughter, Linda Young and her husband John of Snowmass, CO. She will also be missed by her loving grandchildren, Selena Casey and her husband Rich of Cheshire, Cristina Abramson and her husband Liam of Avon, Jeremy Young of McLean, VA and Jessie Young of Aspen, CO, as well as her great grandchildren, Cameron and Jotham Casey and Lior Abramson, and her many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at the Community Room at The Inn on the Pond, 2010 Greenbriar Blvd, Clearwater, FL on Friday, February 28, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. A graveside memorial will be held in the Spring, in St. James Cemetery at the discretion of the family. There are no calling hours and the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Ave, Naugatuck is in charge of the arrangements.
Naugatuck- Marie C. (Richardson) Noonan, 97, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 16, 2014. She was the wife of the late Francis M. Noonan. Mrs. Noonan was born on January 8, 1917 in New Haven, a daughter of the late James Richardson and Julia (Barney) Richardson. She was pre deceased by a son, Daniel James Noonan. She is survived by one son, Gerald M. Noonan and his wife Ann, daughters Julia Noonan of NY and Elizabeth Molway of MA, and one sister, Frances Richardson Looney of CA. She will also be missed by six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Mrs. Noonan was an officer and active member of the Glendale Community Club, a member of the Naugatuck Women’s Club, and served for forty years as the organizer of the local blood drives for the American Red Cross. She will be remembered for her generous community spirit and her sense of humor. Services and burial are private. There are no calling hours. Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Ave, Naugatuck has been entrusted with the arrangements.
NAUGATUCK — Louis J. Roma Jr., 54, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2014, at his home in Naugatuck. Mr. Roma was born on April 8, 1959, in Bridgeport, a son of Louis and Marie (Patenaude) Roma. Louis enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was an avid bicyclist and enjoyed working on home improvement projects. Louis was a 1978 graduate of Andrew Warde High School, Fairfield. Louis is survived by Lenore Cortina, his soul mate and companion of over 30 years. He is also survived by his brother, Richard and his wife Bernice, and his two sisters, Maureen and Terri. He will also be missed by Philip and Carol Cortina, James and Cheryl Cortina and Tina and Gus Melchionno, as well as several nieces and nephews, including two special nephews, Marcus and Christopher Melchionno. He was predeceased by his sister, Patricia. The funeral service for Mr. Roma will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2014, at 7 p.m. at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 26 Waterbury Road, Rte. 69, Prospect. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 5 p.m. until the start of the service.
Naugatuck-Joyce A. Dandeneau, 79, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, March 2, 2014. She was the wife of Roger E. Dandeneau to whom she was married to for 54 years. Joyce was born on October 22, 1934. Born and raised in Winsted, daughter of the late Harold and Carrie Ransom. She was a graduate of Gilbert School in Winsted and also a graduate of Connecticut Institute of Hair Dressing in Hartford. For many years she owned Joyce’s Beauty Salon in Naugatuck and worked for several other salons though out her life where she enjoyed her cliental. Joyce was a loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family, playing cards and ceramics. She also loved dancing with her husband and won several dancing competitions throughout the state. Besides her husband Roger, she leaves behind three children, Mark Dandeneau and his wife Barbara of Naugatuck, Roger Dandeneau and his wife Kathleen of Wolcott and Yvonne Ober and her husband Bradd of Falls Village. She also leaves behind a brother Denten Ransom and his wife Pat Ransom of Meriden and several grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by a brother, Wayne Ransom and a sister Joan Dean. The family would like to thank VITAS for their help and support. The funeral will be held on Thursday, March 6, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 318 Church Street, Naugatuck. 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, 82 Fairview Ave, Naugatuck on Wednesday evening from 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: VITAS Hospice Care, 1579 Straits Turnpike, Unit C, Middlebury, CT 06762.