All Obituaries

John Geil of Wallingford, Connecticut passed away on Jan 25, 2022. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

WALLINGFORD-  Naomi (Kassell) Freilich, 88, departed this life on January 21, 2022 at home in Wallingford, CT. She was the beloved wife of the late Saul Freilich. Naomi was born in Brooklyn, NY on June 1, 1933, a daughter to the late Harry and Celia (Posnick) Kassell. She was a teacher at a nursery school for the blind and also had a variety of other jobs, which included being a volunteer at Midstate Medical Center. She enjoyed reading, theater, holidays, family, going out to eat...

Claire B. (Zebrowski) Rohon, of Plainville, died Thursday January 20, 2022.  She was born, and raised, in New Britain where she attended local schools and became a member of the National Honor Society.  After she, and her late husband Henry Rohon, raised their five children Claire returned to a career outside the home.  She was employed at Central Connecticut State University in New Britain, and Hartford State Technical College until she retired in 1988. In addition to a few...

WALLINGFORD - Donald C. Lunt, 91, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2022, at the CT Hospice of Branford. Don was born in New Haven, CT on January 30, 1930, a son to the late Herbert and Pearl (Collins) Lunt. Donald graduated with his bachelor's degree from Yale University in 1950 and shortly after enlisted for military duty. He served as a pilot in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. Upon return, he received his law degree from the University of Michigan. Don began his...

  WALLINGFORD- Cheryl Ann Close, 58, departed this life on January 16, 2022 at The Quinnipiac Valley Center in Wallingford. She was the beloved daughter of John A and the late Frances A. (Meliso) Close. Cheryl was born in New Haven,CT on August 18, 1963 to John and Frances. Cheryl is survived by her loving father John A. Close and her brother John J. Close. Friends and family may call on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 from 9:30-10:30AM at the B.C. Bailey Funeral Home, 273 South Elm...

HIGGANUM / WOODBRIDGE - Carol Marie Pelzer, 79, departed this life on January 14, 2022 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late John Pelzer.  Carol was born in New Haven, CT on December 9, 1942 to Frank and Lillian (Kresta) Carotenuto. Carol was a graduate of Hill House High school, New Haven CT and then went on to Elm City Cosmetology School. She was a hairdresser in the New Haven area for several years, which she enjoyed. She even cut her own...

WALLINGFORD - John E. Alexander, 73, beloved husband of Dorothy Emily Alexander of 45 years, passed away on January 8, 2022 at Midstate Medical Center in Meriden. John was born on July 22, 1948 in Meriden to the late Paul and Emma (Downey) Alexander.  He was a lifelong resident of Wallingford and worked for K & H Container for 37 years as well as Recycle for five years.  John was a member of the Grange for over 45 years, he volunteered many hours to the Trail of Terror and was...

John Mercier, 69, departed this life on January 7, 2022. He was the beloved husband of Linda (Sholes) Mercier and father to Michael Thomas Stiefel.   John was born in Middletown, CT on April 8, 1952 to [the late] Louis and Elsie (Reinkerdorff) Mercier. He was one of 10 children as their family grew up in East Hampton together. John graduated from East Hampton High School in 1969 and enjoyed being a part of their wrestling team – rightfully earning the nickname...

John I. Vaillancourt, 83, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2022, at The Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain, in the loving arms of his daughter Cheryl, son in law Chris, and niece Linnea. He was the loving Husband of the late Linda (Draper) Vaillancourt for 55 years. John was born on November 27, 1938 in Brewer, ME to the late John Vaillancourt and Marjory (Perkins) Vaillancourt. John was a fierce entrepreneur, and despite not finishing college, went on to become part owner...

  WALLINGFORD-David J. Cunningham, 35, passed away peacefully with his wife and father by his side on January 5, 2022 at Midstate Medical Center in Meriden. He was the beloved husband of Jessica (LeBarron) Cunningham and devoted father of Erin and Siobhan Cunningham. Dave was born in Hartford, Connecticut on July 28, 1986. Dave graduated from Newington High School. He was a proud truck driver for Bozzuto's in Cheshire. Above all else, he loved spending time with his wife and...