Dorothy M. Pelletier, 86, of Plainville, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, March 29, 2020.  She was the wife of Joseph R. Pelletier, with whom she shared 63 years of marriage. Born in Edmundston, New Brunswick, Canada on May 11, 1933, she was one of three daughters to the late Aurele and Eliza (Michaud) Pelletier.  Dorothy and Joseph settled in Plainville shortly after their marriage, where they raised their four children and became proud grandparents.  Dorothy...

Thomas C. Waddell, 73, passed away after a brief illness at his home on Saturday, March 28, 2020.  He is now reunited with his beloved wife, Barbara (Cusano) Waddell, who predeceased him in 2011. Born in New Britain on January 20, 1947, he was the only son of Wallace and Pearl Waddell.  A lifelong Plainville resident, he attended local schools, graduating from Plainville High School in 1965.  He married his childhood sweetheart, Barbara, shortly after graduation, and they...

Frederick Andrew Essel, 75, of Bristol, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 26, 2020 at St. Francis Hospital. Born in New Britain on December 22, 1944, he was one of two children to the late Richard and Elizabeth Essel.  Raised in Plainville, Fred attended local schools, graduating from Plainville High School.  He went on to proudly serve his country in the U.S. Air Force for three years during Vietnam and was honorably discharged as a Sergeant in 1967.   Fred...

Janice Lorraine Patterson, 64, of Plainville, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, March 22, 2020. Born in New Britain on November 9, 1955 she was the youngest daughter of thirteen children to the late Francis and Agnes (Hollfelder) Patterson. Her parents and siblings enriched her with a childhood that was filled with fond memories, creating the stories that Janice loved to share with others.  She worked in the administrative field during most of her working years, at...

Theresa A. (Saczawa) Mandeville, 78, of Plainville, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2020, following a lengthy illness that she faced just as she lived, with grace, strength and optimism.  She was the wife of Louis P. Mandeville, Sr. Born in Springfield, MA on December 26, 1941, Terry’s upbringing was one of challenge and uncertainty, which formed her into the strong, nurturing woman that she was.  She and Lou settled in Plainville in 1972, where they raised their three...

Cesar U. Culling, 82, of Plainville, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 12, 2020, at the Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain.  The husband of Cecelia (Rosario) Culling of Plainville, they shared 46 years of marriage. Born in the Philippines on March 23, 1937, he was one of nine children to the late Aurelio and Toribia (Utanes) Culling.  Cesar attended schools in his hometown, and went on to earn his Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture and Master’s Degree...

Katherine Nevelos, a resident of Plainville since 1947, passed away on March 12, 2020. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Frank W. Nevelos to cancer in 1964. Born in Southinton, Kay was the daughter of the late Paul and Pauline Beck. She was the youngest of seven children. Kay was also predeceased by her two brothers and four sisters. She was a graduate of Lewis High School in Southington. She was employed in the main offices of Fafnir Bearing in New Britain from 1964 until her...

Raymond Tetro, Jr., 80, of Plainville, passed away with his family by his side on Tuesday March 10, 2020, following a brief illness at Bristol Hospital.  Born in Bristol on October 25, 1939, he was one of five children to the late Raymond Tetro, Sr and Gertrude (Dorman) Tetro.  The husband of Jacqueline (Durand) Tetro for 42 years, they settled in Plainville where they raised their six children.  Ray’s career path was multifaceted, though mostly revolved around the...

  Barbara I. Atkinson, “Babs” passed peacefully early Sunday morning on March 8, 2020 while at Bay State Medical hospital. Born in Fort Kent, Maine on December 14, 1941 as Barbara I. Charette, she was 78 years young (counting leap years). Babs lived a spiritual life in her love for God and her family. She was a colorful character skilled at many crafts from bowling to oil paintings. After taking time to raise her family, Babs very proudly received her high school...

Patricia Ann (Pasniewski) Haddock, 80, of Plainville, passed away surrounded by her family on Sunday, March 8, 2020 at the Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain. Born in Bristol on February 3, 1940, she was one of two children to the late Alexander and Anna (Stepura) Pasniewski.  A lifelong resident of Plainville, she was a 1958 graduate of Plainville High School, and remained in her hometown where she raised her two children.  A devoted mother, grandmother and dear friend...