Bill Cloutier

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Richard Spierto

2 months ago | rep-am.com | Bill Cloutier

MIDDLEBURY – Richard Spierto, a longtime resident of Middlebury, passed away Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, surrounded by his wife and family. He was the devoted husband of Ann (Vaccarelli) Spierto. Born in Waterbury on Dec. 5, 1934, Richard was the son of the late Anthony and Grace (Galasso) Spierto. A graduate of Leavenworth High School, class of 1952, Richard attended the Teachers College of Connecticut, which is today known as Central Connecticut State University.
Regina E. Marshall

2 months ago | rep-am.com | Bill Cloutier

WATERBURY – Regina Elaine Marshall passed away on Jan. 24, 2025. She was born on Jan. 28, 1958 in Waterbury, to Clarence Marshall and Louise Morgan. A celebration of Regina’s life will be on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025, at Zion Baptist Church, 137 Pearl St., Waterbury, at 11 a.m.; viewing in church from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.; burial to follow at New Pine Grove Cemetery, Waterbury. Funeral services have been entrusted to Colonial Funerals, 270 W. Main St., Waterbury, and James R. Sanders, funeral director.
William H. Nelson

2 months ago | rep-am.com | Bill Cloutier

BURLINGTON – William H. Nelson, 79, of Burlington, passed away Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, after a brief illness. He was born May 20, 1945, in Hamden, son of the late John and Irene (Grabham) Nelson. Bill started his company, Nelson Insulation, in 1995, and was still working as much as he could. He was a life member of the Bristol Fish & Game and was a social member of the Pequabuck Golf Club. He had a real passion for golf. Bill loved to spend time with his family and friends.
Giovanna Polletta

2 months ago | rep-am.com | Bill Cloutier

WATERTOWN – Giovanna (Guerrera) Polletta, 95, of Watertown, entered into the gates of Heaven on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, at Waterbury Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved widow of Pasquale Polletta of 65 years. Giovanna was born in Pontelandolfo, Benevento, Italy on June 22, 1929, daughter of the late Raffaele and Lucia (Guerrera) Guerrera. She settled to Montreal, Canada, from Italy in 1956 to 1973, when she moved to Watertown.
Luz M. Vicente

2 months ago | rep-am.com | Bill Cloutier

WATERBURY – Ms. Luz Maria Vicente, 66, died Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025. She was born Sept. 22, 1958, to the late Roberto Vicente and Luz Marina Rodriguez. Visitation 11 a.m., funeral noon Wednesday, Feb. 5, at Chapel Memorial Funeral Home, 35-37 Grove St., Waterbury.
Debra Vendetti

2 months ago | rep-am.com | Bill Cloutier

WATERBURY – Debra (Dubauskas) Vendetti, 70, of Waterbury, passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025, at Ingraham Manor, in Bristol, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved widow of Anthony “Tony” Vendetti. Debra was born in Waterbury on Feb. 24, 1954, a daughter of the late Richard B. and Rose (Bartholomeo) Dubauskas. She was a graduate of Kennedy High School and the Saint Mary’s School of Nursing.
Joanne Zemaitis

2 months ago | rep-am.com | Bill Cloutier

OAKVILLE – With heavy hearts, the family of Joanne Zemaitis, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished member of the community, shares the news of her peaceful passing on Jan. 30, 2025, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Joanne was predeceased by her husband, Alfred A. Zemaitis, who passed away in 1983. Joanne was born on Dec. 28, 1941, in Waterbury. Joanne’s life was a testament to her love and passion for learning, her support of family and friends, the community, and her love of music.
Violet L. Kentana

2 months ago | rep-am.com | Bill Cloutier

LITCHFIELD – Violet L. Kentana, 97, entered into the presence of the Lord on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025. She is survived by her loving daughters, Patricia Sanford and her husband Richard, Sandra Kentana, and Sherri Kentana. Calling hours will be on Thursday, Feb. 6, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Lyons Funeral Home, 46 High St., Thomaston. Visit Violet’s tribute page at lyonsfuneralhome.com.
Jean-Marc Boivin

2 months ago | rep-am.com | Bill Cloutier

WATERBURY – Jean-Marc Boivin, 82, passed away peacefully on Feb. 2, 2025 at the VITAS Inpatient Hospice Care Unit in Saint Mary’s Hospital. He was husband of Lise (Gelinas) Boivin for 58 years. Jean-Marc Boivin was born in Lac-Megantic, Quebec, Canada, on Oct. 19, 1942. He served in the U.S. Army, and retired from Calvary Cemetery in Waterbury, where he worked for 29 years.
Patrick F. Boland

2 months ago | rep-am.com | Bill Cloutier

BEACON FALLS – Patrick F. Boland, age 87, passed away peacefully on Jan. 29. 2025, at Lord Chamberlain Rehabilitation Center in Stratford. Born in Bridgeport on July 26 1937, he was the son of the late George and Margaret Boland. Patrick was predeceased by his siblings, Brian, Patricia, Katherine, and George. Patrick was a graduate of Roger Ludlowe High School and a longtime resident of Fairfield. Pat was very active within the community both politically and socially.