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Wolcott - William “Bud” Weymer, 87, of Wolcott, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at the UConn John Dempsey Hospital with his family by his side. Bud was born on February 2, 1935 in Derby, son of the late William and Flora (Cummings) Weymer. Bud served honorably in the United States Army and later became a toolmaker. He proudly owned his own manufacturing company for a number of years until his retirement. He was a life member of the Wolcott Volunteer Fire Department...

Oakville – Charles “Chuck” K. Ehrler, Jr., 69, of Oakville, passed away on January 25, 2023 at The VITAS Innovative Care Unit at St. Mary’s Hospital. He was the loving husband of 39 years to Patricia (Aubin) Ehrler. Chuck was born on December 15, 1953 in Long Island, NY, son of Lenore (Cusano) Ehrler and the late Charles K. Ehrler Sr. Chuck enjoyed riding his motorcycle, casino trips, and spending time outdoors grilling with a cocktail in his hand. Besides his wife...

    Wolcott – Audrey C. Barrieault, 86, passed away at her home on Friday, January 20. Audrey was born July 22, 1936 in Somerville, MA, daughter of the late Theodore and Delia Rose (Pelletier) Barrieault. Raised in Waterbury she attended local schools and had worked as an LPN at St. Mary’s Hospital and ended her career at the former Oakcliff Convalescent Home. She is survived by two daughters, Susan M. Lentz and Eileen E. Fasano and her husband Nick; one brother,...

    Wolcott – Mr. Henry J. Doucette, 100, died peacefully on Wednesday, January 11 after a brief illness. Henry was born and raised in Mexico, Maine, before moving to Waterbury in his 20’s and then to Wolcott in his 90’s. He worked at Chase Brass and Copper while running his business, Henry’s Roofing on the side. Later, Henry’s Roofing became his full time work. He had served honorably in the United States Army during WWII. He will be remembered for...

June Ester (Capaldo) Christoff Loving mother and Grandmother Wolcott – June Ester (Capaldo) Christoff, 88, of Wolcott, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at her home surrounded by family. She was the widow of Mr. Anthony John Christoff who predeceased her in 2015. June was born on June 22, 1934 in Elizabeth, NJ, daughter of the late Louis and Dorothy (Might) Capaldo. June was a talented artist, enjoyed drawing, painting, designing, poetry and writing. She was also...

    Waterbury – Edward D. Kenny, 92, formerly of Wolcott, passed away on Tuesday morning, January 3, at his home at the Village at East Farms. He was the husband of the love of his life, the late Betty (Hines) Kenny. Edward was born October 8, 1930 in Waterbury, son of the late James and Catherine (Lawlor) Kenny. Raised in Waterbury, he attended Sacred Heart Elementary and High Schools, and received his Bachelor of Social Science Degree from Fairfield University. He served...

Wolcott – Alphonse Joseph Clement, 98, of Wolcott, passed away on January 2, 2023 at Waterbury Hospital surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of the late Blandine Clement for 72 years. Alphonse was born on March 3, 1924 in Milville, MA, son of the late Theophile and Marie Louise (Gelina) Clement. Alphonse served honorably in the United States Army and was extremely proud of his service to his country. He was a long time supervisor for the Wolcott Department of Public Works....

    Waterbury – Irene T. Bellemare, 86, passed away on December 24, 2022 at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Bridgeport. She was born on January 29, 1936 in Waterbury, daughter of the late Adrien and Lucia (Bernier) Bellemare of Waterbury. Irene is survived by her sisters, Claire, Theresa and Cecile; one brother, Ronald and his wife Linda and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. She was predeceased by her brothers, Roger and Normand and sisters, Georgette and Yvette. A...

      Waterbury – Mr. Richard J. Madore, 83, passed away on Tuesday, December 20, at Ingraham Manor in Bristol. Richard was born September 28, 1939 in Ft. Kent, ME, son of the late Adelard and Georgianna (Pinette) Madore. He is survived by his sisters, Myrtle Ouellette and her husband Richard of Bristol, Hazel Gammon of Prospect and Mary Ann Ouellette and her husband Robert of PA and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his 2 brothers, Armand and Nelson...

      Wolcott – Robert A. Becker, Sr. (Bob), 89, passed away on Wednesday, December 7 surrounded by family. Bob was born in Waterbury on July 27, 1933 to the late Andrew and Hermine (Mohr) Becker. Raised in Waterbury, he attended local schools and was a graduate of Leavenworth High School, class of 1952. Bob had a seventy year career as a tool maker. After graduating high school, he began his career at Scovill Manufacturing.  He then worked for the WD Stanley Co...