Paula M. (Descoteaux) Kelly, 75, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away surrounded by her family on Saturday, September 15, 2018.  She was the beloved wife of the late John “Jack” Kelly. Paula was born October 16, 1942, in Waterbury, CT, daughter of the late Henry and Germaine (Rousseau) Descoteaux.  She graduated from the Waterbury Hospital School of Nursing as a Registered Nurse and was employed by Charlotte Hungerford Hospital.  She was an active communicant...

Anthony P. Silano, 61, of Torrington, CT, passed away Friday, September 14, 2018. He was born September 11, 1957, in Torrington, CT, the son of the late Henry and Vera (Mattola) Silano.  He is survived by one brother, Carmine Silano of Torrington, as well as several cousins. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 20, 2018, with the cortege leaving at 10:00 a.m. from Cook Funeral Home, 82 Litchfield St., Torrington to St. Peter Church, 107 East Main St., Torrington, for a...

Doris Gabrielle (Columbie) Misani, 85, of Bakerville, CT, peacefully passed away Monday, September 10, 2018, at her home.  She was the beloved wife of Peter Misani for 64 years. Doris was born August 3, 1933, in Torrington, CT, daughter of the late Henry and Cesira (Sarri) Columbie.  She was employed by Charlotte Hungerford Hospital in the Housekeeping department where she enjoyed working with the public.  She also enjoyed taking long car rides through the Northeast with her...

Ernest F. Marola, 92, of Litchfield, CT, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 6, 2018, at his home. He was the beloved husband of Marion (Nadaskay) Marola for 67 years.  Mr. Marola was born December 2, 1925, in Torrington, CT, son of the late Erico and Olympia (Massasso) Marola.  As a young man, he honorably served his country with the U.S. Army Air Force. He then went on to serve as President and owner of Marola Motor Sales for 24 years, continuing the business that his...

Robert C. Carlson Jr, 51, of New Hartford, CT, joined the heavenly choir on Friday, August 31st, 2018 surrounded by his loving family.  He was the devoted husband of Lottie Beth Carlson for 27 years.  Robert was born May 16, 1967 in Torrington, son of the late Robert C. Carlson and Rosemary (SantaMaria) Barron. He leaves behind his mother and his sister, Channea Barron.  He attended Torrington High School, became an Eagle Scout, and graduated as valedictorian of the...

Evelyn “Evie” Klens, 87, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away Thursday Aug. 23, 2018, at the John Bertram House Assisted Living, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Edward Klens. Evelyn was born June 1, 1931, in White Plains, NY. Daughter of the late John and Rose (Bertolucci) Marchetti. She was employed as the office manager for Dr. Mark Finn and was also the owner of Globe Cleaners. She was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi, Torrington Woman’s...

Hilda Colon, 87, of Torrington, CT, peacefully passed away Tuesday, August 21, 2018, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Hilda was born November 29, 1930, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, the daughter of the late Virginia Colon. A seamstress by trade, but known for her strong will and character, she taught her family that anything can be accomplished in life.  Her creativity extended to being self-taught in crocheting, as she made everything from sweaters and afghans for her family...

Harold Rodney Edwards (Hal) was born in Collinsville CT in 1935.  He was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 19th at age 83.  He passed peacefully at home, surrounded by family. Hal was a man of strong faith, believing in the power and strength of Jesus Christ’s love and the beauty of peace that awaited him after his passing.  He was passionate about sharing his salvation story with others and was a deacon at Nepaug Congregational Church for several...

Joan Thulin Oris, 86, of Torrington, CT, passed away Saturday, August 18, 2018, at Litchfield Woods.  She was the wife of John Oris for 33 years. Joan was born April 25, 1932, in Waterbury, CT, daughter of the late Frank and Evelyn (Parker) Butler.  She was employed by Summit Corporation, as a Supervisor for their Inspection Department until her retirement. She most enjoyed spending time with her family, as well as cooking and swimming. In addition to her husband John, she is...

Patrick John Cordani, Jr., 83, of Torrington, CT passed after complications with heart surgery on Friday, August 17th in his daughter’s arms. Patrick was also known as “Pat” and for those of us dear to him, “Sonny”. Patrick was born in Torrington, CT on August 1, 1935, the son of Patrick Cordani Sr., and Josephine (Scarfo) Cordani. He was a life long resident of Torrington and graduated from Torrington High School, in addition to serving in the Army until 1957....