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Bristol – Anthony Edward Caputo, 82, of Bristol, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at the VITAS Innovative Care Unit in St. Mary’s Hospital. Anthony was born on October 7, 1937, son of the late Antonio Eduardo and Ella (Ferrucci) Caputo. Anthony enjoyed riding his motorcycle, painting, making wine, and spending time with his family. Anthony is survived by his children, Mark Caputo and his wife Donna, and Catherine Flores and her husband Dan; grandchildren, Mark Caputo...

Worcester - Ryan Nina Jalbert, 27, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2020. Nina was born in Kostroma, Russia on November 30, 1992, daughter of George Jalbert and the late Lenore (Fitzpatrick) Jalbert. She grew up in Watertown and was a graduate of Watertown High School, Class of 2012. She competed for 2 years in mini stock car racing, in Claremont, NH. Her love for animals inspired her to become a veterinarian technician at Mattatuck Community College. Nina leaves behind her son,...

Wolcott – Blandine “Memere” Clement, 93, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2020. She was the wife of Alphonse A. Clement for 72 years. Blandine was born in Waterbury on March 8, 1926, to the late William and Lena (Page) Aubin. She attended St. Anne’s School, and was a devout Catholic. She was a founding member of St. Pius X Church. Memere loved to cook, play cards, and go to the casino. She was a Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts Leader. She was very proud of her French...

Wolcott – Frank “Chico” Catapano, 79, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2020. He was the husband of Arlene (Heiser) Catapano for 57 years. Frank was born in Brooklyn, NY on April 18, 1940 to Joseph and Anna Catapano. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, stationed in Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, TX as an Army medic. After leaving the Army, he attended Brooklyn College, earning his degree in Political Science. Frank worked for the IRS as a Tax Collector until...

Wolcott – Mr. Robert D. McKinnon, 86, passed away on Friday, January 17 at Waterbury Hospital. He was born May 24, 1933 in Nova Scotia, son of the late William and Elizabeth McKinnon. He leaves one Brother, Raymond; one sister Mary and was predeceased by his son, Robert G. McKinnon. All services are private. Arrangements are in the care of Woodtick memorial Funeral Home in Wolcott.      

Fredericksburg, VA – Gloria (Harrison) Williams, 89, of Fredericksburg, formerly of Wolcott, passed away on January 8, 2020 at Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg. She was the widow of James Williams who predeceased her in 1992. Gloria was born on May 23, 1930 in Waterbury, daughter of the late Thomas and Laura Harrison. She resided in Wolcott for several years before relocating to Virginia seven years ago. Gloria was a very spiritual person and will be remembered for her love of...

Wolcott – Marcel A. LeClerc Sr., 82, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2020. He was the husband of Lorraine (Andreano) LeClerc for almost 60 years. Marcel was born in Waterbury on May 5, 1937 to the late Armand and Lucy (Beaulieu) LeClerc. He served in the United States Army for 4 years. He worked at Raymond’s Baking Company for several years and retired from Costco after 26 years. Marcel enjoyed playing cards, going to the casino, going to church, or watching Daily Mass on TV; but...

Wolcott – Jared A. Charbonneau, 39, of Wolcott, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at home. Jared was born on November 6, 1980, son of Ronald and Sandra (Reynolds) Charbonneau. Jared enjoyed going to the gym and working out, loved the beach and vacationing to Cape Cod, and cherished his family. Besides his parents, Jared is survived by his brother Daniel Charbonneau; three sisters, Kimberly, Michelle, and Staci Charbonneau; his nieces and nephews, Rebecca Olmstead, Samantha...

Waterbury – Sebastian “Joe” J. Gibilisco, 73, of Waterbury, passed away on December 27, 2019 at St. Mary’s Hospital. He was the husband of Kathryn (Dowling) Gibilisco for the past 38 years. Joe was born on April 8, 1946 in Canicattini Bagni, Silcily, Italy, son of the late Salvatore and Anna (Carcia) Gibilisco. Joe served honorably in the United States Army. After his service, he worked as a butcher for 15 years and later opened and operated his own antique store,...

Wolcott – C. Kenneth Girardin, 74, of Wolcott, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2019 at Hartford Hospital. He was the husband of the late Suzanne (Hungerford) Girardin.  Kenny was born on February 11, 1945 in Waterbury, son of the late Leon and Theresa Girardin. Kenny attended local schools and was a graduate of Cheshire High School. After high school, Kenny served honorably in the United States Army. He worked as a foreman at Microtech Inc. in Cheshire for over 40 years until...