All Obituaries

Howard J. Gomme, 79, of Terryville, husband of Linda (Knox) Gomme, passed away peacefully Saturday July 31, 2021, at his home surrounded by his family.  Howard was born February 6, 1942, in Bristol son of the late Howard I. and Doris (Duff) Gomme. Prior to his retirement he was employed by Home Depot in New Hartford. Howard was a member of Founders Congregational Church in Harwinton, the Terryville Fire Dept. Plymouth Co., Project Healing Waters, Honorary member of the Harwinton Fire...

Lani Beck Johnson, born Louise Ann Beck on November 11, 1944, to the late Professor Margaret Beck (Lehman) and Richard Rubicam Beck in Lewiston, PA departed this world at her home in the early hours of July 30th, 2021.  Beloved Mother, Wife, Professor, World Traveler, she is survived by her husband of 49 years, Leonard C. Johnson, sons Carl (daughter-in-law Stephanie) and Tim, grandchildren Kirsten, Hailey, Aiden and brother Richard Beck and sister-in-law Joan of Punxsutawney, PA. A...

Arthur S. Johnson, of Plymouth, CT, husband of Beatrice Bouchard Johnson died Thursday July 29, 2021at home. In additions to his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Lynn Norton and her husband Steve, his grandson, Patrick Norton and a friend Denise Soucy, he also leaves his step children, Raymond Bouchard and his fiancée, Karen Albino, Phillip Bouchard and his wife Rachel, ten step grandchildren and five step great grandchildren.  He is predeceased by his son, David Johnson...

Jeffrey Raymond McNamee, 39, of Bristol passed away at Bristol Hospital on July 28th, 2021.  Born on March 27, 1982, he worked as an overnight manager at Lowes for many years.   Jeff was an avid fisherman who enjoyed carp fishing tournaments, spending time at his secret fishing spots, and going on bottom fishing trips.  He loved country music, going to concerts, spending time at the casino, and traveling.  Jeff also loved sports, and was a big Giants and Red...

Henry F. Grabowski, 86, of Terryville, passed away Monday July 26, 2021. Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother left us peacefully at his home. He was born in West Rutland, Vermont and resided in Terryville. Henry was the son of Casimir and Stella (Tyminski) Grabowski. Henry was a graduate of Central Connecticut State University and served as the Director of Guidance at Plainville High School from 1960 – 1991. He was elected to the Plymouth Board...

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Joan (Bialack) Pannone, 84, of Terryville, our beloved mother went to be with the Lord on July 20, 2021, peacefully passing at her home.  Born and raised in Stamford, CT, Joan was the daughter of Walter and Stephanie Bialack. She is survived by her two brothers, John and Robert (Susan) Bialack, her children Patricia Lanesey, Paul (Diana) Martinik and her former husband Mario Pannone. She was predeceased by her children, Kathryn and Edward Martinik.  Joan also leaves...

Donna (Ososki) Wood, 65, of Terryville, passed away peacefully in the presence of family on Sunday at Bristol Hospital. Donna was born April 9, 1956 in Bristol. She was the daughter of the late John L. and Eleanor (Kenna) Ososki and was married to the late Steven Wood until 2005. Donna practiced the Catholic faith and received her sacraments at St. Thomas Parish, Thomaston. Donna was an alumna of Central Connecticut State University, where she attained a bachelor’s degree in Business...

John S. Stephens, 37, of Hartford, former Terryville resident, passed away Saturday July 17, 2021, at his home in Hartford. John was born March 21, 1984, in Bristol, CT, son of James Stephens of Terryville and Traci (Keller) Eburg of Torrington. In addition to his father and mother he is survived by his stepfather, Greg Comstock of Terryville; his son, Jaxson Stephens of Bristol; his daughter, Mercedi Stephens of Bristol; his half-sisters, Lynda Austin Keller of Bristol and Jocelyn Cenotti...

Donald M. Conners, 76, of Terryville died Monday, July 12, 2021 at Hartford Hospital, Hartford, Connecticut.  Born on September 22, 1944 in Malone, New York, he was the son of Michael and Frances “Pat” (Fountain) Conners. They predeceased him.  He was also predeceased by his brother, Ronald Conners.   Don graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy, Malone.  He moved to Connecticut in 1965.  He was employed at Pratt and Whitney Aircraft in Southington for...