All Obituaries

          Prospect-Robert A. Monroe, age 63, passed away on Thursday February 2, 2023 at John Dempsey Memorial Hospital in Farmington.   Born in Waterbury, CT on June 9, 1959, he was son of the late Jack A. and Grace D. (Hullstrunk) Monroe.  Robert was a longtime resident of Prospect.  He enjoyed karaoke, Dunkin Donuts coffee, and was an avid NASCAR fan.  He took special care of his family and friends, and enjoyed spending time with his...

Naugatuck-Peter J. Jurzynski, age 71, passed away on Sunday January 29, 2023 at Smilow Cancer Center at Yale New Haven Hospital.    Peter was born in Waterbury, CT on June 7, 1951, son of the late Sigmund and Jessie (Pigut) Jurzynski.  He grew up in Naugatuck and was a graduate of St. Hedwig School and Naugatuck High School. During his college years he worked as a lifeguard for CT State Parks. He went on to receive his Bachelor's and Master’s degrees...

    Naugatuck-William J. Hammac, age 71, beloved husband of Linda (Dalia) Hammac, passed away on Sunday January 29, 2023 at Waterbury Hospital.   Born in the Bronx, NY on November 17, 1951, he was the son of the late James and Mary (Russo) Hammac.  He was a graduate of Porter and Chester Technical School and had lived in Naugatuck since 1985.  Bill retired as a technician from Neeltran, Inc, and had also worked as an iron worker.  He enjoyed music, golf,...

Naugatuck - Irene A. (Kabusk) Genovese A loving and dedicated wife, mother to four beautiful children, and a Nani to one grandchild. Her life left a legacy of kindness and unconditional love for her family to enjoy. Her absence leaves this world a little less brighter. II Corinthians 5:8 “We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.” All services will be private. To send an online condolence, please visit...

Naugatuck-Margaret (Gotliboski) O’Rourke, age 67, beloved wife of Shaun O’Rourke, Sr. passed away peacefully at her home under hospice care on Sunday January 22, 2023.   Born in Waterbury, CT on March 17, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Edith Gotliboski.  Maggie was a lifelong Naugatuck resident and had worked at Jack’s Diner, Reynolds Café and Winchester Electronics.  She enjoyed walking, reading, and was a dedicated volunteer at...

  Beacon Falls-Terence “Terry” Nolan, age 77, beloved husband of Alice (Scott) Nolan, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, January 18, 2023.   Born January 1, 1946, in Waterbury CT, he was the son of the late Andrew and Hazel (Somers) Nolan. A lifelong resident of Naugatuck, Terry recently moved to Beacon Falls, where he has lived with his family for the last several years.   Terry graduated from Quinnipiac College in 1968 with a degree in...

  FARMINGTON- Robert Joseph Koerber III, 42, of Waterbury, died unexpectedly Wednesday, January 18th, 2023 at John Dempsey Hospital UCONN Health Center.   Robert was born in Waterbury July 17th, 1980, son of Regina (Bierce) Perlini and the late Robert J. Koerber Jr. .   Robert worked in construction. He was an avid poker player. He loved motorcycles. He had a very generous heart and was an animal lover.   In addition to his Mom Regina and his dad Robert Perlini Jr....

Naugatuck-Carla (Sullivan) Sears, age 54, beloved wife of Roger Sears, passed away at her home on Monday January 16, 2023.   Born in Middlebury, CT on May 13, 1968 she was the daughter of the late John and Patricia (Purcaro) Sullivan.  Carla was a longtime resident of Naugatuck and was very devoted to her family.  She enjoyed music and crafts.     Besides her husband Roger of 33 years, she leaves her family; Misty Sears, Roger Sears and his wife Mary, Melissa...

WATERBURY- Cecilia Morytko, 90, of Waterbury, died peacefully Thursday, January 12th, 2023 at the Village at East Farms.   Cecilia was born in Waterbury  May 10th, 1932, daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Gula) Morytko, the youngest of 11 children. She was a graduate of Slocuum Grammer School and Catholic High School, both in Waterbury. After high school, she entered the religious order, serving as Sister Mary Gregory for 16 years. While in the convent, she obtained a...

NAUGATUCK- Abilio Dos Santos Simoes, 79, died peacefully on Tuesday, January 10th, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Maria Fernsnda (Antunes) Simoes.  Abilio was born in Freixianda, Portugal April 30th, 1943, son of the late Felizardo and Maria (Simoes) Simoes.  Abilio worked as welder at Ansonia Copper and Brass until his retirement. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Fatima Church. He was a member of the Waterbury Portuguese Sport Club. He...