Nancy Theresa (L’Heureux) Gamache, 81, of Willimantic, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2024 with family by her side. Nancy was born on June 2, 1942 to Ernest and Anna L’Heureux in Willimantic, CT. After graduating from Windham High School, Nancy went on to work as a secretary at Pratt & Whitney, working for 22 engineers in the office. Like all secretaries at that time, she could be seen walking through the plant in her high heels, which would often get stuck in the blocks...

Felipe Rivera, Jr., 61, a cherished son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend, left this world unexpectedly on May 1, 2024, at his home in Hampton, CT. He was born on March 29, 1963, in Willimantic, CT, the first child of Beverly (Fitts) and Felipe Rivera, Sr. Music was the essence of Felipe's soul. He expressed himself through the strings of his guitar, his voice, and original songs that resonated with honesty and emotion. His passion for music extended beyond creation to...

Lina Holowaty Meyer passed away on May 1st, 2024 at the age of 96 in Windham Connecticut where she lived most of her adult life. Lina was born in the small town of Stadtsteinach in Bavaria Germany where she met and married her loving husband, John Holowaty from Ukraine. They were both involved with the Ukrainian community in Willimantic until Johns’ passing in 1975. Lina married Arthur Herman Meyer in 1981 and they spent many happy years together until his passing in 1996. Lina...

Marcus Dewayne Lovelace, born on November 25, 1977, in Manchester, CT, and longtime resident of Mansfield, CT, passed away unexpectedly on April 29, 2024, at Windham Hospital in Connecticut. Son of Rosebud (Bonnett) Lovelace and Maurice Nicholas Lovelace, Marcus was a beloved figure in his community. Having dedicated many years to the service industry, Marcus worked at Foxwoods David Burke Prime Steakhouse and Michael Jordan's Steak House. His passions included cooking, baking, and...

Eleanore "Ellie" Gaynor, a wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away unexpectedly on April 26, 2024 in Storrs, CT. Born on May 1, 1940, in Windham, Connecticut, her life was a testament to the enduring bonds of family. She was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Richard Gaynor who passed only a month earlier. She is survived by her sister, Barbara Warren; her children, Anita Parkhurst and her husband Dan, Walter Gaynor and his partner Robin, Sandra Gaynor,...

G. David Rand, 90, of Columbia, Connecticut, passed away on April 26, 2024, at Windham Hospital following a hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born December 7, 1933 in Chester, New Hampshire. Always positive and smiling, Dave lived a life marked by an unwavering optimism that was as infectious as it was inspiring. During his last week of life, he remained an active competitive golfer playing 18 holes of golf, gave a weekly reading lesson to his young neighbors, kept his...

Clifford "Cliff" J. Deveau, Jr., 87, of Rocky Hill, CT, passed peacefully on April 25, 2024 after a long battle with Parkinson’s. Born in Windham, CT on June 20, 1936, he was a beloved father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Cliff served in the United States Navy for four years, showing dedication and commitment to his country. Following his military service, he embarked on a remarkable 40+ year career as a truck driver, starting with Rytman Grain Co. and later...

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Susan Lee Sznurkowski, affectionately known as “Suzy” to her friends and family, passed away unexpectedly on April 21, 2024, at the age of 72 in Hampton, Connecticut. Born on September 16, 1951, in Fall River, Massachusetts, Susan's vibrant spirit and loving nature touched the lives of all who knew her. Susan was the cherished wife of Richard Sznurkowski Sr., with whom she shared a lifetime of love and adventure, this May would have been 53 years.  They raised three...

It is with much love and great sadness that we announce the passing of James P. Tracy, Jr., 61, of Norwich, CT on 4/20/2024. He was the son of the late James P. Tracy Sr., and Natalie (Rainville) Tracy-Pickett on March 26, 1963.    After graduating high school Jim worked for Stop & Shop, he then managed his own business running routes for Stateline and FedEx. Jim was an amazing athlete and, in his youth, he played baseball for 4 years, as well as football and basketball. He...