Obituaries

Death of Bob Liedlich

Death of Bob Liedlich

The Brass City Cruisers are saddened to report the death of longtime friend to both the Brass City Cruisers and cruising community Bob Liedlich after an illness.

Joy Hartmann – 1943 – 2016 – mother of Jason Hartmann

Joy Hartmann – 1943 – 2016 – mother of Jason Hartmann

WATERTOWN – Mrs. Joy P. Hartmann, age 72 of Watertown and formerly of Wanaque, New Jersey passed away peacefully on Monday April 25, 2016 at the Vitas Innovative Healthcare at St. Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury. She was the beloved wife of Arthur P. Hartmann. Joy was...

Carolyn Oakes – 1945 – 2016 – wife of Dennis Oakes

Carolyn Oakes – 1945 – 2016 – wife of Dennis Oakes

THOMASTON — Carolyn Louise (Kulmann) Oakes, 70, of Thomaston, passed away March 14 at her home surrounded by her loving family after a long battle with cancer. Carolyn was born in Waterbury, Conn. on May 2, 1945, the daughter of the late William and Florence (Filley)...

August Fidalgo – 1961 – 2016 – car enthusiast

August Fidalgo – 1961 – 2016 – car enthusiast

NAUGATUCK — August C. "Augie" Fidalgo, 54, passed away Sunday, February 28, 2016, at St. Mary's Hospital. Augie was born December 9, 1961, in Waterbury, the son of Celeste (Silva) Fidalgo and the late August L. Fidalgo. Augie was a 1980 graduate of Naugatuck High...

Carmella Sullivan – 1924 – 2016 – mother of Palma Baer

Carmella Sullivan – 1924 – 2016 – mother of Palma Baer

Mrs. Carmella “Millie” D. (Passarella) Sullivan, age 91, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at Waterbury Hospital. She was the devoted wife of the late Richard D. Sullivan for 42 years. Mrs. Sullivan was born on December 15,...

Emilie Arndt – 1943 -2015 – mother of Sue Simmons

Emilie Arndt – 1943 -2015 – mother of Sue Simmons

Emilie Arndt, 72, a resident of Shelton since 1984, entered into eternal rest on November 25, 2015, at Griffin Hospital, with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Ernst Arndt. Mrs. Arndt was born in Austria on May 18, 1943, daughter of...

Robert Ariola – 1935 – 2015 – brother of Judy Hankey

Robert Ariola – 1935 – 2015 – brother of Judy Hankey

PROSPECT — Robert Ariola, age 80, passed away on Nov. 11, 2015 in Prospect at home with his wife Nancy. Robert is survived by his four children, Robert Ariola, Mark Ariola, Sharon Saunders and Laura Como; 12 grandchildren; and his siblings, Paul Ariola, Judy Hankey...

Theresa Ann Conti – 1932 – 2015 – mother of Ron Conti

Theresa Ann Conti – 1932 – 2015 – mother of Ron Conti

Theresa Ann (Dzikot) Conti, 82, of Plainville passed away Sunday November 22, 2015 at the Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain. She was the loving wife of John J. Conti. Theresa and John shared 61 years of marriage together. Terry was born December 28, 1932...

William H. Ochs III – 1938 – 2015 – Avid Car Cruiser

William H. Ochs III – 1938 – 2015 – Avid Car Cruiser

WATERBURY — William H. Ochs III, 76, formerly of Bethel, passed away peacefully on Monday, Aug. 31, 2015, at Danbury Hospital. He was the loving husband of Carol (Dunikowski), and a much loved father to Alicia Craybas (Doug), William IV (Shannon) and Catherine. Bill...

Donald A. Drost Jr. – 1950 – 2015 – owned 1948 Anglia

Donald A. Drost Jr. – 1950 – 2015 – owned 1948 Anglia

CHESHIRE — Mr. Donald A. Drost Jr., 64, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at his home on Wednesday, July 29, 2015. He was the devoted husband of Anne (Dodge) Drost. Mr. Drost was born on Aug. 30, 1950, in Waterbury, son of the late Donald A. and Verna...

Pamela Sherman – 1945 – 2015 – mother of Ken Sherman

Pamela Sherman – 1945 – 2015 – mother of Ken Sherman

Mrs. Pamela A. Sherman, age 70, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, July 03, 2015 at Yale New Haven Hospital where she courageously battled her illness for 4½ years. She was the devoted wife of Edward P. Sherman. Mrs. Sherman was born on June...

Timothy M. Dunn – 1973 – 2015 – owned 1969 Nova

Timothy M. Dunn – 1973 – 2015 – owned 1969 Nova

COCOA, Fla. — Timothy Michael Dunn, 41, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 9, 2015. Tim was born in Waterbury on July 24, 1973. He was a resident of Watertown for most of his life. He was the son of Philip Dunn Sr. and the late L. Susanne Dunn of Palm Bay,...

Roger A. DiPietro – 1946 – 2015 – owned 1968 Camaro

Roger A. DiPietro – 1946 – 2015 – owned 1968 Camaro

WATERBURY — Roger A. DePietro was born June 13, 1946 to Alvin and Delores (Williamson) DePietro in White Plains, N.Y. He left this world on June 5, 2015 in peace at the age of 68. He was employed as a bus driver for All Star Transportation since 2001. Roger is...

Jason M. Corbit – 1975 – 2015 – classic car enthusiast

Jason M. Corbit – 1975 – 2015 – classic car enthusiast

WATERBURY — Mr. Jason M. Corbit, 39, passed away unexpectedly on May 30, 2015, at home after a brief illness. Jason was born Aug. 24, 1975, in Waterbury, the son of Sylvia (Maddox) Corbit and the late James M. Corbit. He was a graduate of Waterbury Adult Education and...

Peter C. Buonomo Sr. – 1937 – 2015 – Auto Enthusiast

Peter C. Buonomo Sr. – 1937 – 2015 – Auto Enthusiast

WATERTOWN — Peter C. Buonomo Sr., age 77 of Watertown, passed away May 14, 2015 at Waterbury Hospital. He was the husband of Nancy L. (Palmer) Buonomo. Pete was born Dec. 13, 1937 in Waterbury, a son of the late John and Sandine (Franceskino) Buonomo Sr. and lived in...

Robert Cyr – 1941 – 2015 – rebuilt vintage Mustang

Robert Cyr – 1941 – 2015 – rebuilt vintage Mustang

WOLCOTT — Mr. Robert Cyr, 73, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2015, at his home. He was the loving husband of Theresa (Temporale) Cyr. Mr. Cyr was born on May 10, 1941, in Waterbury, son of the late Henry and Blanche (Ouelette)...

Breaking News:  Death of Maurice “Little Moe” Labonte

Breaking News: Death of Maurice “Little Moe” Labonte

The Brass City Cruisers are saddened and shocked to learn of the sudden passing of Moe Labonte on Friday, January 9, 2014. Moe will always be remembered for his 1972 white Chevy Monte Carlo and his love for his wife Louise, children, and grandchildren. We offer our...

Constance B. Sexton – 1945 – 2014 – Area Car Cruiser

Constance B. Sexton – 1945 – 2014 – Area Car Cruiser

BEACON FALLS — Constance B. Sexton, age 69, beloved wife of Robert F. Sexton of Beacon Falls, entered into peaceful rest on Saturday, Dec. 27, 2014, at Waterbury Hospital. She was born on Aug. 4, 1945, in Bridgeport and was the daughter of George Brogan Sr. of Cool...

Marion Perugini – 1935 – 2014 – sister of Joe DiLeo

Marion Perugini – 1935 – 2014 – sister of Joe DiLeo

WATERBURY — Mrs. Marion Josephine (DiLeo) Perugini, age 79, of Waterbury, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2014, surrounded by her family. She was the faithful and loving wife of Salvatore Perugini Sr. for 57 years. Mrs. Perugini was born on...

Anthony Raimo – 1946 – 2014 – Fond of Classic Cars

Anthony Raimo – 1946 – 2014 – Fond of Classic Cars

WATERBURY — Mr. Anthony J. "T-Bone" Raimo, 68, passed away Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, at Saint Mary's Hospital in the presence of his loving family. He was the husband of Carol (Diogostine) Raimo. Tony was born in Waterbury on July 29, 1946, son of the late Louis and...

William Canale – 1949 – 2014 – Avid Car Enthusiast

William Canale – 1949 – 2014 – Avid Car Enthusiast

NAUGATUCK — Mr. William David Canale, 65, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2014. He was the husband of Jean (Mentone) Canale, his high school sweetheart. Mr. Canale was born in Waterbury on April 1, 1949, a son of the late Joseph and Eva (Follachio)...

Victor L. LaRosa – 1945 – 2014 – Longtime Car Cruiser

Victor L. LaRosa – 1945 – 2014 – Longtime Car Cruiser

Mr. Victor L. LaRosa, age 68, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30, 2014, in the VITAS hospice unit at Saint Mary’s Hospital. He was the loving husband of Felicia (Ciavarella) LaRosa. Mr. LaRosa was born November 10, 1945, in Waterbury, son of the late Louis and...

Edward Daley – 1934 – 2014 – classic car enthusiast

Edward Daley – 1934 – 2014 – classic car enthusiast

CHESHIRE — Edward Daley, 80, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Friday, May 2, 2014. He was the devoted husband of Maureen (Ashe) Daley. Edward was born in Newark, N.J., Feb. 24, 1934, to the late Edward and Helen (Anderson) Daley. Mr. Daley...

Anna Farina – 1916 – 2014 – mother of Roger Farina

Anna Farina – 1916 – 2014 – mother of Roger Farina

PROSPECT — Anna (Padula) Farina, 97, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2014, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Dominic Farina. Born Nov. 7, 1916, in New York, she was the daughter of the late Maurice and Teresa Padula. She leaves six...

Denis Cables – 1944 – 2014 – Antique Car Enthusiast

Denis Cables – 1944 – 2014 – Antique Car Enthusiast

THOMASTON — Denis C. Cables, 69, died Friday, Jan. 3, 2014, at home after losing his battle to cancer. Denis was born Aug. 25, 1944, son of Fredrick and Gladys Brazee Cables. Denis was a graduate of Thomaston High School and was honorably discharged from the Naval...

Ronald J. Melko – 1941 – 2013 – owned 1954 Chevrolet

Ronald J. Melko – 1941 – 2013 – owned 1954 Chevrolet

OAKVILLE — Mr. Ronald J. Melko Sr., 72, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2013, surrounded by his loving family. He was the loving husband of Irene (Lagasse) Melko. Ronald was born in Waterbury on May 15, 1941, son of the late Walter K. and Josephine H. (Gwiazdowski)...

Domenic Neri – 1948 – 2013 – brother of Rocco Neri

Domenic Neri – 1948 – 2013 – brother of Rocco Neri

Mr. Domenic Neri, 64, passed away Friday, Aug. 9, 2013, at his home in Finger, TN, formerly of Waterbury and Prospect. Domenic was born on October 24, 1948 in Waterbury, CT, son of the late Paul and Maria Elena (DiCarlo) Neri. Domenic served in the United States...

Lillian Malis – 1923 – 2013 – mother of Charlie Malis

Lillian Malis – 1923 – 2013 – mother of Charlie Malis

Lillian I. Malis, age 89, entered into rest on Monday, July 1, 2013 at Midstate Medical Center in Meriden. She was the beloved wife of Charles Malis for 72 years. Lillian was born October 1, 1923 in Pittsfield, MA, daughter of the late Nelson and Velma Henry Barnes....

Francis E. Lafo – 1933 – 2013 – father of Butch Lafo

Francis E. Lafo – 1933 – 2013 – father of Butch Lafo

NAUGATUCK — Francis E. Lafo, 79, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at Waterbury Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of 59 years of Joyce (Dethlefsen) Lafo. Mr. Lafo was born on Dec. 13, 1933 in Waterbury, a son of the late Francis E. Lafo...

Joseph Marino – 1954 – 2013 – classic car enthusiast

Joseph Marino – 1954 – 2013 – classic car enthusiast

WATERBURY — Mr. Joseph S. Marino, 59, of 516 Chipman St. Ext., passed away peacefully with his beloved wife by his side. He was the husband of Susan E. (Stasonis) Marino. Joe was born in Waterbury on Feb. 17, 1954, son of Jennie (Carusillo) Marino of Middlebury and...

E. Eric Arsan Jr. – 1959 – 2013 – enjoyed car shows

E. Eric Arsan Jr. – 1959 – 2013 – enjoyed car shows

OXFORD — E. Eric Arsan Jr., age 54, a lifetime Oxford resident, entered into peaceful rest on March 25, 2013 at his home with his devoted family and friends and faithful dogs by his side; he was the beloved husband of Susan (MacDonald) Arsan. Eric was born March 1,...

Robert C. Spagnola – 1934 – 2012 – antique car owner

Robert C. Spagnola – 1934 – 2012 – antique car owner

OAKVILLE — Robert C. Spagnola, age 78, of Radnor Lane, died Nov. 23, 2012, at Saint Mary's Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Eleanor (Pellack) Spagnola. Robert was born Nov. 19, 1934, in Waterbury, a son of the late Frank and Evelyn...

Juliet Szantyr – 1926 – 2012 – mother of Gale Mucci

Juliet Szantyr – 1926 – 2012 – mother of Gale Mucci

WATERBURY — Mrs. Juliet (Thomas) Szantyr, age 86, passed away on Saturday, May 5, 2012, at Waterbury Hospital, surrounded by her family. She was wife to Frank S. Szantyr. Mrs. Szantyr was born in Naugatuck on March 10, 1926, daughter of the late Samuel and Lillian...

John B. Rodgers – 1925 – 2011 – father of John Rodgers

John B. Rodgers – 1925 – 2011 – father of John Rodgers

NAUGATUCK — John B. Rodgers, 85, of 46 Mulberry St., passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2011, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was husband of Carol (Quinn) Rodgers. John was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, on Sept. 9, 1925, son of the late James and Margaret...

Grace Marinara – 1925 – 2011 – aunt to John Ortale

Grace Marinara – 1925 – 2011 – aunt to John Ortale

WATERBURY — Mrs. Grace (Ortale) Marinara, 85, of 31 Nottingham Terrace, died Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2011, at Waterbury Hospital. Mrs. Marinara was born in Waterbury on Dec. 1, 1925, daughter of the late Giuseppe and Filomena (Lese) Ortale. She was the manager of Fanny...

Walter Narbutas – 1945 – 2011 – avid car enthusiast

Walter Narbutas – 1945 – 2011 – avid car enthusiast

WATERBURY — Mr. Walter Narbutas, of Shadee Lane, died Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011, at Yale-New Haven Hospital after a brief illness. He was the widower of Kathleen (Robb) Narbutas. Walter was born March 5, 1945, in Penzlin, Brandenberg, Germany, the son of the late Felix...

Ernest A. Cristofano – 1950 – 2011 – car enthusiast

Ernest A. Cristofano – 1950 – 2011 – car enthusiast

WATERBURY — Mr. Ernest A. Cristofano Jr., 60, of Pinehurst Avenue, died peacefully on Tuesday at the Cheshire House. Mr. Cristofano was born in Waterbury on June 24, 1950, the son of the late Ernest A. Sr. and Marguerite (Giegle) Cristofano. A lifelong resident of...

Charles R. Clark – 1957 – 2011 – rebuilt classic cars

Charles R. Clark – 1957 – 2011 – rebuilt classic cars

TORRINGTON — Charles Raymond Clark, 53, of Torrington, passed away on Thursday, May 5, 2011. Charlie was the beloved husband of Kim (Monahan) Clark for 34 years. He was born on Aug. 14, 1957, to the late Charles T. Clark and Joyce (Judge) Clark of Torrington. He was...

Louise Sticco – 1924 – 2011 – mother of Gabe Sticco

Louise Sticco – 1924 – 2011 – mother of Gabe Sticco

WATERBURY — Mrs. Louise (Mirabilio) Sticco, age 87, of Carver Street, Waterbury, passed away peacefully surrounded by her devoted family on Saturday, June 4, 2011, at her home. She was the beloved wife of the late Armond A. Sticco Sr. Mrs. Sticco was born Feb. 4,...

Robert W. Shaw – 1953 – 2011 – Enjoyed Classic Cars

Robert W. Shaw – 1953 – 2011 – Enjoyed Classic Cars

BANTAM — Robert W. Shaw, 57, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 13, 2011, at home following a brave battle with cancer. He was the husband of Kathleen (Campbell) Shaw for 28 years. Bob was born in Bridgeport on Feb. 24, 1953, son of the late Roger and Evelyn (Thomas) Shaw....

Daniel Cleary – 1943 – 2011 – owned classic Mustang

Daniel Cleary – 1943 – 2011 – owned classic Mustang

NAUGATUCK — Daniel F. Cleary, 68, of 523 Field St., died suddenly on Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011, at his home. He was the husband of Donna Phelan Cleary. Dan was born Jan. 4, 1943, in Waterbury, son of Jessie Benson DiBeneditto and the late Francis Cleary. Dan was raised...

David A. Silks – 1947 – 2011 – attended car shows

David A. Silks – 1947 – 2011 – attended car shows

WOODBURY — David Alan Silks, 63, of Woodbury, died unexpectedly on Friday, Jan. 7, 2011, at Waterbury Hospital. He was the beloved husband and best friend of Mary (Husted) Silks. Born in Waterbury on June 7, 1947, the son of Aldona (Labasauckas) Silks and the late...

Stan F. Baker – 1925 – 2011; car collector and cruiser

Stan F. Baker – 1925 – 2011; car collector and cruiser

Stanley F. Baker Jr., 85, of 471 Clintonville Road, North Haven, died Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at the CT Hospice, Branford. He was the husband of the late Jean R. Baker. Born in New Haven on June 29, 1925, son of the late Stanley and Esther Baker. Father of Gary F....

Agatha Derouin – 1907 – 2010 – mother of Ted Derouin

Agatha Derouin – 1907 – 2010 – mother of Ted Derouin

WATERBURY — Agatha Bridget (McGrail) Derouin, a lifelong resident of Waterbury, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010, at Abbott Terrace Health Center. She was 103 years old.Agatha was born on Feb. 5, 1907, in Waterbury, daughter of the late Joseph and...

Manuel Frois – 1959 – 2010 – Chevelle owner

Manuel Frois – 1959 – 2010 – Chevelle owner

WOLCOTT — Mr. Manuel "Manny" Frois, 50, passed away on Tuesday, May 18, at Waterbury Hospital.Born in Portugal on Oct. 15, 1959, Manny came to Waterbury with his family in 1972 and had lived in Wolcott since 1984. He worked in the mortgage department of Webster Bank...

Benjamin Carr – 1947 – 2010 – local car cruiser

Benjamin Carr – 1947 – 2010 – local car cruiser

SOUTHINGTON — Benjamin N. Carr Sr., 63, of Burritt Street, the Milldale section of Southington, passed away surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, May 15, 2010, at his home. He was the beloved husband of Molly (Aspinall) Carr. Born...

Ralph Laudano – 1917 – 2010 – long time car cruiser

Ralph Laudano – 1917 – 2010 – long time car cruiser

Mr. Ralph Laudano, 92, of Pritchard Road, passed away peacefully surrounded by his devoted family on Monday, May 10, 2010, at Saint Mary's Hospital. He was the husband of the late Mary (Coppola) Laudano. Mr. Laudano was born on June 17, 1917, in Waterbury, a son of...

Richard F. Guglielmo – 1935 – 2010 – built street rods

Richard F. Guglielmo – 1935 – 2010 – built street rods

WATERBURY — Mr. Richard F. "Gugie" Guglielmo, 74, of 94 Beth Lane, died Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010, at Waterbury Hospital. He was the husband of Carol F. (Cannata) Guglielmo.Dick was born in Waterbury on Nov. 26, 1935, son of the late William and Clara (Valonis) Guglielmo....

Joan Meskunas – 1932- 2010 – mother of Peter Meskunas

Joan Meskunas – 1932- 2010 – mother of Peter Meskunas

Mrs. Joan (Dunn) Meskunas of Waterbury passed away on Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at Waterbury Hospital. She was the widow of Peter A. "Gus" Meskunas, and is survived by her son, Peter J. Meskunas and his fiancee Deborah Clock both of Waterbury;Joan was born in...

Ted A. Williams – 1954 – 2009 – Chevelle owner

Ted A. Williams – 1954 – 2009 – Chevelle owner

PLYMOUTH — Mr. Ted Albert Williams, 55, died Thursday, Sept. 17, 2009, at Saint Mary's Hospital in Waterbury. He was the husband of Bao Zhu (Xu) Williams. Mr. Williams was born May 16, 1954, in Holden, Mass., son of Mary Lou (Harmon) Pierce of Texas and the late...

Leon Saporite – 1949 – 2009 – car enthusiast

Leon Saporite – 1949 – 2009 – car enthusiast

TORRINGTON — Leon H. Saporite Jr., 60, of Hillcrest Street, Torrington, also known to his family and friends as "Lee" and "Leo," died Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, at his residence. He was the beloved husband of 27 years to Susan (Day) Saporite. Born Jan. 19, 1949, in...

Ada Saturno – 1926-2009 – mother of Elio Saturno

Ada Saturno – 1926-2009 – mother of Elio Saturno

WATERBURY — Mrs. Ada (Iulianetti) Saturno, 83, of 56 Porter Manor Drive, Waterbury, died Monday, Aug. 3, 2009, at Saint Mary's Hospital. She was the wife of Massimo Saturno. Ada was born in Walpole, Mass., on Jan. 31, 1926, daughter of the late Giacomo and Rita...

Earle J. Traver – 1949 – 2009 – longtime car cruiser

Earle J. Traver – 1949 – 2009 – longtime car cruiser

WATERBURY — Mr. Earle J. Traver, 60, of 935 Frost Road, Waterbury, died Thursday, June 18, 2009, at Saint Mary's Hospital after a long illness. He was the husband of Marie C. "Cookie" (Cantele) Traver.Earle was born in Waterbury on Feb. 10, 1949, son of Irene (Miller)...

Albert A. Steinis – 1929-2009 – Classic car enthusiast

Albert A. Steinis – 1929-2009 – Classic car enthusiast

OAKVILLE — Albert Adam Steinis, age 79, of Riverside Street, Oakville, died Sunday, March 29, 2009, at Waterbury Hospital after a brief illness. He was the husband of Josephine (Varrone) Steinis.Mr. Steinis was born Dec. 24, 1929, in Waterbury, the son of the late...

Death of Anne T. Polletta – mother of Mike Woodley

Death of Anne T. Polletta – mother of Mike Woodley

  WATERBURY — Mrs. Anne T. (Montano) Polletta, of Esther Avenue, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009, at her daughter's home in Summersfield, Fla. She was the loving wife of the late Richard Polletta. Anne was born in Waterbury,...

Lloyd D. Makara – 1954-2008 – Avid Car Collector

Lloyd D. Makara – 1954-2008 – Avid Car Collector

BRISTOL — Lloyd Dennis Makara, 54, of Bristol, died Sunday, Nov. 23, 2008, at his home surrounded by his family.Lloyd was born Aug. 25, 1954, in Bristol. He was the son of Helen (Buczek) Makara of Terryville and the late Richard Elsworth Makara. Lloyd was raised in...

Mary Jane Botta -1943 – 2008 – sister of Joe Botta

Mary Jane Botta -1943 – 2008 – sister of Joe Botta

WATERBURY — Mary Jane "Jay" Botta, 64, passed away Friday Nov. 21, 2008, at Meridian Manor Rehabilitation Center after a long and courageous battle with cancer.Mary Jane was born in Waterbury on Dec. 6, 1943, daughter of the late Giuseppe and Antoinette (Jacaruso)...

Roland F. Greenwood – 1937 – 2008 – vintage car owner

Roland F. Greenwood – 1937 – 2008 – vintage car owner

Mr. Roland F. Greenwood Sr., 71, of Lillac Ave., Oakville, died Friday, Oct. 17, 2008, at St. Raphaels Hospital in New Haven after a brief illness. He was the husband of the late Maureen J. Greenwood. Roland was born in Waterbury on Sept. 19, 1937, the son of the late...

Donald T. Restivo Jr. – 1982 – 2008

Donald T. Restivo Jr. – 1982 – 2008

WOLCOTT — Mr. Donald T. "Buddy" Restivo Jr., 26, of 1382 Wolcott Road, went home to Jesus Friday, Sept. 5, 2008, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in Plainville. He was the fiancé of Kelly Gnitzcavich of Wolcott. Donnie was born Jan. 14, 1982, in...

Ike Tanuis – 1938 – 2008 – restored antique cars

Ike Tanuis – 1938 – 2008 – restored antique cars

Akle "Ike" Tanuis Jr., 70, of Bethlehem, died peacefully Saturday, July 26, 2008. He was the husband of Joan (Butkus) Tanuis. Mr. Tanuis was born in Torrington on Feb. 19, 1938. He was a lifelong resident of Bethlehem, attended local schools and graduated from Kaynor...

Carl Swanson – 1916 – 2008 – Corvair owner

Carl Swanson – 1916 – 2008 – Corvair owner

Carl Swanson, 92, passed away on June 25 at Waterbury Extended Care. He was born in Waterbury and worked in the tool making trade. Along with numerous other organizations, Carl was a member of the Corsa Corvair Society. He loved to bring his 1967 Corvair to car shows....

Lester Bouchard – 1942 – 2008 – classic car cruiser

Lester Bouchard – 1942 – 2008 – classic car cruiser

It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of fellow cruiser Lester Bouchard, 65, of Oakville. Les passed away Monday, January 28, surrounded by his loving family. An avid Yankees fan, his hobbies also included his light yellow 1951 Mercury and participating...