All Obituaries

On Friday, January 8, 2021, Lois Virginia (Anderson) McBride entered her eternal resting place in Heaven at the age of 90. Born to (the late) G. Helmer and R. Mildred (Twing) Anderson, she was a lifelong resident of Wallingford, CT. Being a natural caregiver, Lois attended Meriden Hospital School of Nursing where she met her husband, Richard (Mac) McBride, while he was stationed at the Naval Submarine Base in Groton, CT. Shortly after her graduation, they were married on August 4,...

Richard (Mac) Raleigh McBride went home to be with the Lord on January 22,2021 at the age of 91. He was born in St. Petersburg, FL on January 3, 1930, son of Harry & Helen (Connolly) McBride, but spent the majority of his adult life as a resident of Wallingford, CT. First and foremost, Richard was a man of God whose servant heart was evident in every aspect of his life. It is what led him to enlist in the U.S. Navy upon graduation from St. Petersburg High School. While stationed in...

WALLINGFORD - Ana Rosa "Rosie" Romero, 77, departed this life on June 11, 2021 at the CT Hospice of Branford. She was the beloved wife of Mario Romero. Ana was born in Lares, Puerto Rico on October 2, 1943 to the late Mariano and Ramona (Soto) Correa. Rosie met the love of her life, Mario, during her high school years in Puerto Rico. After being married, they moved to the United States in 1960 and together built a beautiful life. She was the heart and soul of her family. Rosie...

WALLINGFORD - James R. Williams, Jr, 57, departed this life unexpectedly on May 31, 2021. Loving father to Ryan J. Williams (Ashley). James was born in Meriden, CT on July 19, 1963 to Ann (Zambory) Williams and the late James R. Williams Sr. He was also predeceased by his former wife, Joleen Dixey Williams. He grew up in Wallingford and was a 1982 graduate of Lyman Hall High School. James was a big fan of the NY Yankees, Dallas Cowboys and Nascar. He also enjoyed...

Anthony J. Forcella, 96, of Plainville passed away Sunday, May 30, 2021 at the Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain. He was the loving husband to his high school sweetheart, the late Joan (Murphy) Forcella, for 66 years. In addition to his wife, he is predeceased by his son, David. A proud lifelong resident of Plainville, CT, Anthony was born on March 7, 1925 to the late Orazio and Uliana (DiBerardino) Forcella. Anthony was the youngest of seven children. He had two sisters and...

WALLINGFORD - John (Emidio) Sabatucci, 81, departed this life on May 22, 2020, at the Regency House in Wallingford, CT where he resided for the past 5 years. He was born in San Vito Castellana, Teramo, Italy on March 21, 1939, to the late Agostino Sabatucci and Josephine Sabatucci. John came to the United States on the Andrea Doria in 1953. John was the beloved father and is survived by son John (Kris) Sabatucci of Wallingford, CT, son Austin Sabatucci Sr., of Wallingford, CT, son Rick...

BLOOMFIELD - Claire M. Naczi, 93, departed this life on May 21, 2021 at Duncaster Health Center, Bloomfield, CT. She was a beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews and a dear friend to the Caplan Family.  Claire was born in Wallingford, CT on May 31, 1927 to the late Charles and Anna Nyitray Naczi. She was predeceased by her four brothers, Frank, William, Julius and her twin brother, Edward. Claire worked as a bookkeeper for Tom Caplan at Caplan's Market for 26 years until...

WALLINGFORD- Harold J. Waterman Jr, 87, of Wallingford, beloved husband of the late Sharon Waterman, departed this life on May 18, 2021 at Yale New Haven Hospital. Harold fought a stoic battle against an unknown illness while continuing to display his trademark sense of humor. Harold was born in Goshen, IN on April 2, 1934 to the late Harold and Elizabeth (Wohlford) Waterman. Harold learned gunsmithing while attending Trinidad State in Trinidad, Colorado and in 1954 joined the United States...

Catherine Kehrein, 87, of Plainville, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, May 13, 2021 after a short illness.  She was the loving wife of the late Raymond Kehrein. Catherine was born February 19, 1934 in New Britain, CT, daughter to the late Joseph and Helen (Kaminski) Zaleski. She was a graduate of New Britain High School and was a resident of Plainville for nearly sixty years. She enjoyed taking care of her home and visiting with family and friends. Catherine leaves behind...

John Bonalli, 97, of Bristol, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. He was the loving husband of the late Carolyn (Harris) Bonalli.  John was born August 11, 1923 in New Britain, CT, son to the late Giacomo and Emilia (Romeggiti) Bonalli. John graduated from New Britain High School and Goodwin Technical School.  John was a veteran of World War II having served honorably as a staff sergeant in the US Army Air Forces where he was the recipient of the Good Conduct...