Karen K. (Sohocki) Tedesco, 71, of Winsted, Connecticut, peacefully passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2021, at Valerie Manor in Torrington, Connecticut. Karen was born September 2, 1949, in Torrington, Connecticut, the daughter of the late Stanley and Katherine (Kozlak) Sohocki. She recently worked in the floral department of Big Y in Torrington, and was employed for many years at the Torrington China Shop. She was a volunteer at the Winsted Senior Center. Karen is survived by her daughter,...

Brian F. Cavanagh, 45, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away on Thursday, April 8, 2021, at Waterbury Hospital with his family by his side.  Brian was born June 19, 1975, in Rockville Centre, NY, and was raised in Torrington.  Brian faced his illnesses with enormous courage and a religious faith that brought strength to his parents, Irene (Gormley) and Brian Cavanagh of Torrington; one brother, Joseph Cavanagh of Franklinton, Louisiana; two sisters, Jacqueline Wilkinson and...

On Good Friday, April 2, Chris Kamens, 43, from Norfolk, left this world and started his new peaceful, pain free journey as “Christina” with his angels in heaven where there is no prejudice and only love and acceptance for who you are. Chris fought to the end a very aggressive non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, but lost the battle with his mom by his side every step of the way. Chris was a graduate of the Gilbert School and the University of Connecticut. He had a passion for the...

Ruth M. (Falk) Franks, 82, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away on Thursday, March 25, 2021, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital with her family by her side.  She was the wife of the late Leonard P. Franks.  Ruth was born February 24, 1939, in Torrington, CT, the daughter of the late Frederick and Mary (Perise) Falk.  She was employed by J C Penney for over 50 years, retiring in 2005. She always took loving care of her family and enjoyed spending time with them, especially...

Herbert H. Case, 75, of New Hartford, Connecticut, peacefully passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2021, at John Dempsey Hospital in Farmington, Connecticut. Herbert was born May 6, 1945, in New Hartford, Connecticut, the son of the late Herbert J. and Bertha (Yahne) Case. He served his country in the United States Army in the Vietnam War, and was a member of the Masonic Order of Mascasi. He was the owner of Herby’s Pier IV, a hair salon in New Hartford. Herbert is survived by his...

Marilyn A. Hoitt, 71, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away Thursday, March 18, 2021, at Hartford Hospital.  Marilyn was born on May 3, 1949, in Torrington, CT, the daughter of the late Richard and Alice (Tazzara) Whelan.  She was a teacher in the Torrington Public School system for more than 25 years.  Marilyn was an avid reader and traveler, an advocate for early childhood literacy, a volunteer with children, a mentor to other teachers, and a member of the Board of...

Silvio F. Berti, 90, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Anne (LaMay) Berti for 62 years. Silvio was born June 7, 1930, in Caspian, Michigan, the son of the late Alfredo and Teresa (Leonardi) Berti. He worked as a partner in Leonardi and Berti, a building and contracting company.  Silvio served his country in the U.S. Navy and received the National Defense Service Medal during the...

Walter W. Czapor, 80, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away on Saturday, March 13, 2021, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital.  He was the beloved husband of Barbara (Torsiello) Czapor. Walter was born August 4, 1940, in Torrington, Connecticut, the son of the late Walter K. and Mable D. (Conforti) Czapor.   He was employed by S.N.E.T. as an engineer until his retirement.  Walter was an avid golfer and sports fan, especially of UCONN basketball.  He also was a...

Vincent J. Genovese, Sr., 93, of Harwinton, CT, peacefully passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2021, at Litchfield Woods.  He was the beloved husband of the late Joan L. (Peyron) Genovese, who preceded him in death in 1997, Vincent was born November 9, 1927, in Torrington, CT, the son of the late Giuseppe and Assunta “Rose” (Zampaglione) Genovese.  With his parents both immigrating from Italy, he was brought up in a family immensely proud of their Italian heritage,...

James I. Morro, 77, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away Sunday, February 21, 2021, at Hartford Hospital.  He was the beloved husband of Marie (Sabia) Morro. Jim was born August 19, 1943, in Portsmouth, NH, the son of the late Joseph and Joanna (Carisio) Morro.  He served his country with the U.S. Navy.  Included in the awards and decorations he received upon his honorable discharge was the National Defense Service Medal.  An electrician by trade, he was employed by...