Obituaries in New Hartford, CT

Robert William Lowell of Winsted, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at his home on January 6, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on August 18, 1943, in Portland, Maine.Robert is survived by his wife of 52 years, Judith Lowell, with whom he shared a life filled with love, laughter, and...

John “Murph” Murphy1965 - 2026Goshen, CTJohn “Murph” Murphy, a loving husband, brother, son, uncle and legendary racecar driver passed away unexpectedly on January 3, 2026, at the age of 60. Born at St. Francis Hospital in CT on March 12, 1965, Murph's life was defined by hard work, dedication, and ...

WINSTED-James D. Dietlin, 54, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 25, 2026 at his home after a brief illness. He was the devoted husband of Candice (Douyard) Dietlin for 22 wonderful years. Born March 18, 1971 in Torrington; the son of Donald and Margaret (Evanoski) Dietlin.Jimmy worked for ...

Denis Combes, affectionately known as Denny, 77, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was married to his devoted wife, Kathryn (Centrella) Combes, for 54 wonderful years, and together they made their home in Winsted. Born September 10, 1948, in Winsted...

NORTHFIELD –Roxanne Mary Wondrovski, 74, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 after a sudden illness. She was the devoted wife of the late Bruce Wondrovski for 26 wonderful years. Born August 4, 1951 in Waterbury; the daughter of the late Leon and Annette (Carpentier) Pelletier.Roxa...

John Joseph Blaney of Norfolk, CT passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026 with his beloved partner of 20 years Janice Jones at his side, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on December 14,1961 to Lawrence (Deceased) and Patricia Blaney, he was the oldest of 4 children. John had a care...

WINSTEDJoan J. DellaValle, 96, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 5, 2026 at her home. She was born on November 26, 1929 in Winsted; the daughter of the late Clarence and Olive (Beach) Beecher.Joan was a talented seamstress. She loved knitting, sewing and crocheting. She was a private pers...

TORRINGTON -Donald John Palmer Sr., affectionately known as “Donnie,” passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026 at 67 years old at his home in Torrington. A lifelong resident of Connecticut, he was born January 2, 1959 in Sharon to Martin and Hazel Palmer and spent his early years in Falls Village w...

Charlanne Fenty Dubay, 75 of New Hartford CT, passed away peacefully at home January 3, 2026. Charlanne was born on September 16, 1950 in Winsted CT, the daughter of Harold and Beverly Morton Fenty.She attended local schools and graduated from The Gilbert School Class of 1968 and Briarwood College C...

Sophie A. Sefcik, 85, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, at her home after a brief illness. She was born February 16, 1940, in Queens, NY; the daughter of the late Ignacy and Sophie (Mashkoff) Rudzinski.As a young woman, she belonged to the Matusz Polish Dance Circle, with whom she danced co...

WINSTED –Lance E. Fradette, 73, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 1, 2026 at his home. He was the loving husband of Barbara (Ford) Fradette for 48 wonderful years. Born November 22, 1952 in Hartford; the son of the late Alfred and Kathleen (Balfe) Fradette.Lance proudly served in the U...

Patricia Ann Marek, 73, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2026 surrounded by her loving family and friends. Patti was born on July 16, 1952 in Hartford; the daughter of the late Mynest "Bob" and Katherine (Morgan) Cyr. She lived most of her young adult life in Granby, CT.Patti moved ...