Florence (Costella) Doughty, 92, of Plainville, formerly of Bristol, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 20, 2019, joining her beloved husband, Alden, who predeceased her in 1977. Born in Bristol on June 21, 1927, “the first day of summer and the longest day of the year” as she would proudly proclaim each year, she was one of three children to the late Pasquale and Maria (Dalboa) Costella.  Raised in Bristol, she attended local schools, and went to work at young age...

Areanna Faiola, 88, of Plainville, CT passed away surrounded by her family on Saturday, August 17, 2019. Areanna was born in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, the youngest of ten children to the late James and Lennie (Cantrell) Casey. She and Bruno settled in Plainville where they raised their two children.  Areanna lived her life simply, as a loving mother and devoted aunt who enjoyed being surrounded by her large extended family. She leaves a legacy of love and admirable strength and...

George B. Low, husband of Beverly (Schaefer) Low, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2019 at the Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain. Born in Plainville on May 7, 1926, he was one of three children of the late Alexander and Elizabeth (Kerr) Low.  Educated in Plainville, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy after high school and was a W.W. II Veteran.  George served on the USS Boise, and was honored that his ship served as the escort ship for General MacArthur.  He was an...

Ana E. (Gantes) Simoneau, 54, of Plainville, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loved ones on Monday, August 5, 2019. Ana fought her brief battle with cancer with hope, grace and with her family by her side. Born in Panama on April 29, 1965, Ana was one of ten children to the late Abigail and Evidilia (Mojica) Gantes.  Raised in Panama, she settled in Plainville upon her marriage to the love of her life, Ron, in 1998 and together raised a beautiful family of three....

Gayle Lena Roby, 72, of Plainville, beloved wife of Charles J. Roby Jr. passed away on July 29, 2019 at the Hospital of Central Connecticut surrounded by her loving family.  Gayle was born in Hartford on January 5, 1947 to the late Dorothy (Raymond) Glines.  She attended schools in Bristol, and lived in several towns before settling in Plainville where she raised her family.  She was employed by the Holiday Inn for many years, and retired after 10 years from Central...

Francis Xavier Vasile, 94, of Plainville, beloved husband of Mary (Ventrelli), passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2019. Born in New Britain on October 27, 1924, Frank, as he was known to many, was the last surviving of four children to the late Joseph and Concetta (Vaccaro) Vasile.  Educated in New Britain, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy after high school graduation in 1943 and trained at the Navy Radar School in Virginia Beach, VA. He served in the Atlantic and was honorably discharged...

Jean (Goucher) Kaczynski, 87, of Farmington, formerly of Plainville, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her beloved family, on Wednesday, July 24, 2019.  She is now reunited with her husband, Raymond, who predeceased her over 20 years ago. Born in Fort Fairfield, Maine on September 28, 1931, she was the only child to the late Merle and Gladys (McQuade) Goucher.  A lifelong resident of Plainville, she attended local schools and was a 1949 graduate of Plainville High...

Sandra (Theriault) DeVine, 77 of Plainville, beloved wife of Richard DeVine, passed away surrounded by her family on Wednesday, July 24, 2019. Born in Biddeford, ME on April 3, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Guy and Yvette (Marin) Theriault and step-daughter to the late Simonne (Clavette) Theriault, with whom she shared a special bond.  Sandra and Richard shared 57 years of love and devotion, and made their home in Plainville where they raised their three sons.  Sandra...

Joseph Allen Tattersall, 23, of New Britain, formerly of Plainville, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2019. Born in New Britain on September 4, 1995, he was one of five children to Barbara (Bentley) Tattersall of New Britain and the late James Tattersall.  A graduate of High Roads High School, Joseph enjoyed spending time with his family, listening to music, and playing video games.  He is now at peace, reunited with his brother, James, and father who predeceased him, and will be...

After an epic 16 year battle with breast cancer, Laurie Ann Tallman turned in her cape for her wings on Friday, July 12, 2019 at Hartford Hospital, surrounded by her beloved family. Laurie was born in New Britain on November 17, 1964 to Marie (Roberts) Tallman of South Windsor and the late James Tallman who predeceased her in 2007.  Raised in Southington, she attended local schools and graduated from Southington High School in 1982. She was proud of her military service, having served...