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This blog is designed to enable viewers to post their comments on various subjects related to The Torrington Company's demise as a separate corporate entity. We will try to answer the question "Why?" and hopefully provide guidance to other Companies who might find themselves in a similar situation. We will also try to be a vehicle for alumni to express their thoughts
About Me
- Norm M
- North Reading, Massachusetts, United States
- Now retired, I was employed by The Torrington Company / Ingersoll Rand from 1963 through 1987. Recently widowed, relocated from TX to MA
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Torrington - Albert H. Hricko, 97, peacefully passed away on Monday, August 2, 2021, surrounded by family and friends. He was born July 13, 1924, to Veronica (Hanicak) and John Hricko. Albert was the sixth of seven children.
At the age of 14 during the depression, he was asked to learn to play piano to earn some money for his family. That was the beginning of a lifelong love of music. Hew played out professionally with a quartet for most of his adult life.
He was a dedicated and loving father. He built a home for his family in Torrington with only knowledge from a book and help from his brothers. He gathered all the stones by hand for the basement and outside wall. He lived in that house until his death.
He served his country during World War II and later worked at The Torrington Company as an Electrician. He had a creative spirit, building instruments, playing piano and any instrument he could get his hands on. He spent endless hours in White’s Woods after retirement teaching all the trails to his daughter who continues to hike there.
He is pre-deceased by his loving wife, Christine DiPippo Hricko. He leaves behind his devoted daughter Christine Hricko and son Albert Hricko, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 9, 2021, with the cortege leaving at 10:30 a.m. from Cook Funeral Home, 82 Litchfield St., Torrington, to St. Peter Church (St. John Paul the Great Parish) 99 East Main St., Torrington, CT for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call on Monday morning, August 9th, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Cook Funeral Home.
Condolences may be sent to Albert’s family by visiting www.cookfuneralhomect.com
Mooresville, NC - Adolph (Edo) J. Campi 11-2-1923 to 8-2-21 (Age 97) passed away at Gordon Hospice House on August 2nd. Adolph was a lifelong resident of Torrington, until he moved to Mooresville, NC to be near his family.
He worked as a Tool & Die Maker at the Torrington Company for over 35 years. He also served in the U.S. Army during WW II. He was predeceased by his wife Jane of 68 years, and is survived by three children: Alan Campi and Debbie George of Mooresville, NC and Cindy Audia of The Villages, FL. Also, four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at Williamson Chapel in Mooresville on August 13th. Donations can be made to: Gordon Hospice House, 237 Simonton Rd., Statesville, NC 28625.
ROBERT H. BRECKINRIDGE, SR (91) of Hilton Head Island, SC and Quechee, VT passed away peacefully August 15, 2021. He was born January 12, 1930 in New Rochelle, New York the son of Emily Hotchkiss and John S. Breckinridge. He grew up in Larchmont, NY, graduated from Salisbury School, Salisbury, CT and in 1951 from Yale University with a Bachelor of Science degree from the Sheffield School of Engineering. While at Yale, he was an outstanding left- handed pitcher for the baseball team including a no-hitter and ultimately received an offer from New York Yankees which he declined. After graduation, Bob served in the US Army at the Army Chemical Center, Edgewood Arsenal in Edgewood, Maryland. He married Nancy Giles in 1952 and they were happily married and devoted to one another for 69 years. Bob started his professional career at New Departure, General Motors, in Meriden, CT in 1955. In 1960 he moved to Avon, CT and joined the Torrington Company, a Fortune 500 company. He progressed through numerous management positions culminating as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. In 1984 he retired from the Torrington Company and moved to Rye, NH to become part owner and President of Vitronics, an electronic equipment manufacturer in New Hampshire that he took public. Several years later he formed Breck Enterprises and became part owner and financial advisor of Conceptronics. Bob fully retired in 1995. Besides Avon, CT, two of Bob and Nancy's favorite places were Quechee, VT and Hilton Head Island, SC. In 1972, they built a vacation home in Quechee that they enjoyed for many years. In 1978 they bought a Sea Pines condo near Harbour Town where they spent a few weeks a year. In 1995, they built a house in Moss Creek Plantation, Hilton Head which became their primary residence. For the next 17 years they divided their time between Hilton Head and Quechee, VT. In 2012, they moved to Tidepointe, a retirement community on HHI. Throughout his married life, Bob's priority was always his family consisting of his wife Nancy and their three children, Robert, Jr. and daughter-in-law Jane of Avon, CT; David and daughter-in-law Tracy of Chattanooga, TN and daughter Debra and son-in-law Daniel Russin of Bluffton, SC. Bob and Nancy were also blessed with six grandchildren, Jordan Dunlap, Katie Jennings, Scott Breckinridge, Christopher Colquhoun, Courtney Colquhoun, Sarah Breckinridge and five great grandchildren, Kobie, Kole, Olivia, Emerie and Presley. He never missed an opportunity to attend their important life events especially sports activities. One of his favorite sayings was he wished to leave the world a better place and that was through his children and grandchildren, all of whom he was so proud. Outside of business, Bob was involved in many activities including civic volunteering, sports and travel. These included 20 years as Marshall and Laser Operator for the PGA Heritage Golf Tournament; Meals on Wheels driver, SCORE, Sons of the American Revolution, Chairman of West Avon Congregational Building Committee 1968, Finance Chairman and Committee Member of Avon Country Club, Moss Creek Plantation and Tidepointe and at Quechee Lakes he was Treasurer, Chair of the Finance Committee and on the Board of Trustees. Bob was an avid fan of the Dodgers as well as the NY Giants. Bob and Nancy's passion was golf, but they also enjoyed tennis and skiing. They travelled extensively and Maui was their favorite destination where they visited for eight straight years with their closest friends. Bob was a warm, compassionate man with many friends who lived life to its fullest. The family wishes to thank his nurses and doctors in the ICU at Hilton Head Hospital for their exemplary care and compassion. A Celebration of Life will be held November 20th at Providence Presbyterian Church, Hilton Head. Keith Funeral Home in Hilton Head will be making the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Tidepointe Scholarship Fund or Community Foundation of the Low Country.
Torrington - Jeannette L. Horton passed away at the age of 93 on August 13,
2021. She was a resident at Wolcott Hall Nursing Home for the last 6 years. Born July
19, 1928 in Saint Rose, Ville Degelis, Québec, Canada to parents Leo and Cecelia
Morin.
Jeannette was retired from her work as a Quality Control Inspector at The Torrington
Company. She resided in Torrington, CT for most of her adult life and also lived in Bristol, CT for several years. Jeannette enjoyed traveling and sight-seeing by car and was an accomplished seamstress. She is survived by her sister, Gabrielle Beaulieu of Methuen, MA, a daughter, Denise Arnold of Torrington, a daughter Janet Wagner of Cumming, GA, grandchildren Heather DeLeon, Jessika Lovato, Danielle Daigle, Ryan Santoro,, Mikala Santoro all residing in Torrington, CT, Taylor Santoro of Avon, CT, Liza Gois of San Diego, CA, Sean Marracino of Denver, CO and Matthew Greenleaf of Durham NC. She is also survived by 5 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Jeannette is predeceased by her sons, Lee Daigle and Clifford Daigle and by her daughter Patricia Daigle. Services and a celeb
Torrington - Robert R. Jones, 81, peacefully passed away on Monday, September 27, 2021, at his home. He was the husband of the late Linda (Cremasco) Jones. Robert was born November 25, 1939, in Norwalk, CT, the son of the late Normand and Evelyn (Plebis) Jones. He served his country with the U.S. Army, honorably discharged in 1967.
He was employed by the Torrington Company as a Tool Setter until his retirement. He enjoyed former membership at the Sokol Club, the Sons of Italy, the Sullivan Senior Center, and the American Legion. Bob coached Torrington Park and Rec men’s and women’s softball teams for many years, as well as the UAAA softball tournament team. He was an avid women’s UConn basketball fan. He is survived by one son, Joseph Jones (Charlene) of Cape Canaveral, FL; two daughters, Liza Finello and her husband Daniel of Torrington, CT, Charlene Gainey and her husband Ken of San Diego, CA; one brother, Bruce Jones and his wife Debbie of Florida; seven grandchildren, Bryttnee (Michael), Jessica, Robert, Racquel (Matthew), Dalton (Sadie), Cole and Elena, one great grandson, Sonny, as well as several nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Cook Funeral Home, 82 Litchfield St., Torrington, CT 06790. Final military honors will be accorded at the conclusion of calling hours. Committal will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (www.stjude.org) Condolences may be sent to the Jones’ family by visiting www.cookfuneralhomect.com
Torrington - Dorothy B Pukas, 95, passed away Thursday, October 7th, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital. She was the wife of the late Edward J. Pukas. Dorothy was born in Torrington, CT on February 7, 1926, a daughter of the late Mary (Zamkovsky) and John Kozlak, and was a graduate of Sacred Heart School and Torrington High.
She had been employed by The Torrington Company and also had worked in the cafeteria at Vogel-Wetmore School for over 18 years. She was a member of Sacred Heart Chuch and their Altar Society, Slovak Catholic Sokol, Council of Catholic Women, Angels of Hospitality, Harwinton Leisure Club, Sullivan Senior center, and a volunteer at The Warner Theater. She is survived by her daughter, Linda Rovero and husband Michael, grandsons David Rovero and wife Kristy, and Timothy Rovero and wife Kristine, great grandchildren Kirsten and Tyler Rovero and Owen and Kurtis Wilson. She was predeceased by sisters Ann Lenart, Kay Sohocki, Helen Rulli, Mary Brady ,and Margaret Rosati, and a brother PFC George A Kozlak killed in Italy in WWII. Funeral Service will be held at Saint Peter Church in Torrington, on Wednesday Oct. 13 at 11 AM. Burial will follow at new Saint Francis Cemetery. Friends may call prior to the Mass from 9:30-10:30 at Phalen Funeral Home. Memorial Contributions can be made tro Lourde's Shrine in Litchfield or Graymore Friars Garrison NY. www.phalenfuneral.com
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Granger, Indiana - David Lee Anthony, 86, passed away after an extended illness on October 1, 2021, surrounded by his loving wife, children, and grandson. Dave was born on September 16, 1935, in Sioux City, Iowa, to the late Myron (Mike) and Janet (Wegerslev) Anthony. He is survived by his loving wife, Myra (Stone); sons, Michael (Debbie Coats) of Edwardsburg, Jeffrey (Keely) of South Bend; daughter, Susan Frucci of South Bend; grandson, Gabriel Anthony Frucci of St. Joseph, Michigan; sister, Janice (Dwane) Mickelson of Riverside, California; nieces and nephews from various cities and states. Dave graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Industrial Engineering and life-long friendships with his Phi Psi brothers. Dave was on the Iowa State swim team and enjoyed many activities with his fraternity brothers.
After graduation, Dave accepted a position with Torrington in South Bend, Indiana where he met his beautiful wife, Myra, of 63 years. Dave spent his entire career of 43 years, serving Torrington/Ingersoll-Rand, starting as a sales trainee, and promoted consistently until he retired as the Director of Sales & Marketing Europe, Middles East & Africa. His career transferred him to Chicago, Peoria, Pittsburgh, South Bend, Connecticut, and rounding out his dedicated career in Paris France. In 2000, Dave and Myra retired to South Bend, Indiana to be close to their children and grandson. His family would tease Dave and say the only reason he moved back to South Bend was to be close to his beloved, Notre Dame.
David L. Anthony Obituary Part 2
There were not many ND home games that he would miss, to cheer on his Fighting Irish; It was a love/hate relationship, depending on the outcome of the game. In 1980, Dave’s love for sailing and Birch Lake was heightened when he served as the Commodore of the Birch Lake Yacht Club. You could also find Dave playing cribbage, bridge, backgammon, chess, sailing, playing golf, and reading his mystery Novels. Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall, Dave would be on his tractor, climbing a ladder, fixing whatever was broken, doing taxes for everyone, helping his children, delivering cookie bouquets for his daughter’s Cookie store, taking long walks, enjoying cocktail hour, Friday night dinners with the party of eight, February’s in Florida and Fall trips with his Phi Psi brothers and their wives. Dave served as Chairman of the Finance committee for the Cathedral of St. James, President of the Association for Oak Hill Condominiums, Treasurer of Quail Ridge South Homeowners Association and serving many others in his community. In his earlier years, Dave was initiated as a Freemason, served as a Cub Scout leader, Junior Achievement leader, and Indian Guides leader with his sons. Dave was a husband, dad, pops, and gramps. He was loyal and dedicated to his wife and family and would do anything, anyone needed or wanted. He had an answer for everything and if he didn’t, he would find one. He was meticulous in everything he did. For his final Birthday, when asked what he wanted, he said, “just my family” and his wish was granted. He was a man of integrity, strong intelligence, quiet confidence, humble strength, and the ultimate family provider. He has left his family with the ultimate gift, a life well lived. Visitation will be on Thursday, October 14, 2021, from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Palmer Funeral Home-Welsheimer Chapel, 17033 Cleveland Road, South Bend, IN 46635. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday October 15, 2021, at the Cathedral of St. James, 117 N. Lafayette Blvd, South Bend, IN 46601. Interment will be held at St. Joseph Valley Cemetery following the funeral services. A luncheon will follow the internment at Papa Vino’s Restaurant on Grape Road, Mishawaka. A special heartfelt thank you to Christy and Brittany from Hospice who cared for Dave for close to three years. Memorial contributions to: Center for Hospice Care, 501 Comfort Pl, Mishawaka, IN 46545 or Cathedral of St. James, 117 N. Lafayette Blvd #1507, South Bend, IN 46601. Online condolences to the Anthony family may be left at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.
Kensington, CT - Thaddeus J. Rosinski, 91, passed away at home on Friday, October 8, 2021. He was predeceased by his wife of 55 years, Janice (Kornas) Rosinski. Born in New Britain, he was the son of the late Jan and Wladyslawa (Jastolowska) Rosinski. Thaddeus was a Berlin resident for over 56 years where he and his wife raised their family.
Ted or TJ as he was known to friends and family, started his career at Fafnir Bearing in New Britain in the mail room and worked his way up to Marketing Manager of the Torrington Company who had merged with Fafnir. He retired after 40 plus dedicated years and many great experiences and accomplishments in his field. He loved spending endless hours with his grandchildren who affectionately call him Papa. Trips to McDonald's for his morning coffee and a read of their favorite kids books or a card game of war was a regular event. He would tell them - ask questions, there are never too many questions you can ask! Thaddeus was a man of strong faith and a devoted member of St. Paul Church in Kensington where he also volunteered as a religious education teacher. He was a founding member of the Holy Name Society at Sacred Heart Church in New Britain. Thaddeus enjoyed golf and traveling, especially his travels to Europe. He also enjoyed his time volunteering at the Hospital of Central CT. Surviving are his two sons, David Rosinski and his wife Barbara of Hartford, and Jon Rosinski of Berlin; and his grandchildren, Audrey Rosinski, Max Rosinski, Ben Rosinski, Lauren Oldziej and Kelly Oldziej. Thaddeus was predeceased by his siblings; Julie Rosinski, Stanley Rosinski, Henry Rosinski, and Jean Kobus. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, October 15th at 11:30 AM at St. Paul Church in Kensington. The Mass will also serve as a Memorial Mass for Janice Rosinski who passed away in April of 2020 when Covid restrictions prohibited a funeral mass at that time. Burial, with military honors, will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery, New Britain. Calling hours will be Thursday from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home of Berlin/Porters, 111 Chamberlain Hwy, Kensington. Please share a memory with the family in the online guestbook @www.ericksonhansenberlin.com
Torrington - Jeannette L. Horton, passed away at the age of 93 on August 13, 2021. She was a resident at Wolcott Hall Nursing Home for the last 6 years. Born July 19, 1928 in Saint Rose, Ville Degelis, Québec, Canada to parents Leo and Cecelia Morin.
Jeannette was retired from her work as a Quality Control Inspector at The Torrington Company. She resided in Torrington, CT for most of her adult life and also lived in Bristol, CT for several years. Jeannette enjoyed traveling and sight-seeing by car and was an accomplished seamstress. She is survived by her sister, Gabrielle Beaulieu of Methuen, MA, a daughter, Denise Arnold of Torrington, a daughter Janet Wagner of Cumming, GA, grandchildren Heather DeLeon, Jessika Lovato, Danielle Daigle, Ryan Santoro,, Mikala Santoro all residing in Torrington, CT, Taylor Santoro of Avon, CT, Liza Gois of San Diego, CA, Sean Marracino of Denver, CO and Matthew Greenleaf of Durham NC. She is also survived by 5 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Jeannette is predeceased by her sons, Lee Daigle and Clifford Daigle and by her daughter Patricia Daigle. Services and a celebration of life are to be held Friday Nov 5th at 2 PM at Saint Peter Mausoleum in Torrington. Arrangements made by Phalen Funeral Home.
TORRINGTON – Leonard W. Rinaldi, 82, of Torrington, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021, at Cherry Brook, Canton. Leonard was born in Torrington on April 24, 1939, a son of the late Mary (Bado) and William Rinaldi.
He was employed by The Torrington Co., Plume & Atwood, and later, City Bus Lines. Horse racing was his favorite pastime. He is survived by two brothers, William Rinaldi Jr. and Edward Rinaldi; two sisters, Elizabeth Stoppani and Mary Noonan; and several nieces and nephews. Services are private.
Winsted - Donald Masucci, 81, peacefully passed away on Saturday, November 6, 2021, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital. He was the husband of the late Patricia (Conforti) Masucci. Donald was born August 8, 1940, in Torrington, CT, the son of the late Alexander and Charlotte (Sunseri) Masucci. He served his country with the U.S. Army in Korea and was honorably discharged in February of 1962.
He was employed by the Torrington Company as an Estimating Technician until his retirement. Donald and Patricia met on Highland Lake in 1964, purchased their first house on the lake in 1989 and spent much of their married life committed to preserving the beauty and sustainability of their beloved lake and community. He is survived by one son, Paul Masucci of Winsted, CT; two daughters, Judy Masucci and her husband Jacques Parker of Wexford, PA, Beth Germain and her husband Nathaniel of Granby, MA; six grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother, Fred Masucci and one sister, Freda Pavlik. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Peter Church, (St. John Paul the Great Parish) 99 East Main St., Torrington, CT. Relatives and friends attending the Mass are asked to meet directly at St. Peter Church and are required to wear protective face masks while inside of the church. Burial will follow at St. Francis New Cemetery with full military honors accorded. Calling hours will be held on Monday, November 15, 2021, from 5:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m. at Cook Funeral Home, 82 Litchfield St., Torrington, CT. All attending calling hours are requested to wear protective face masks while inside of the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Highland Lake Watershed Association, P.O. Box 1022, Winsted, CT 06098. Condolences may be sent to the Masucci family by visiting www.cookfuneralhomect.com
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New Hartford - Dennis Chambers Jr., 78, succumbed on Wed., Nov. 10, 2021, to injuries received in a cycling accident. Warren was the son of Leila (Doty) and Warren Chambers Sr. He is survived by his wife Pamela (Whitney) Chambers, daughter Kim Winzler, son-in-law Mark Winzler, brother Alan Chambers, sisters-in-law Pat Pearson and Doreen Whitney, brothers-in-law Bill Pearson and Richard Whitney, niece Shana Bridge, nephews Brad Chambers, Eric Pearson and Kyle Pearson and three great nephews. Warren was predeceased by his parents and son Derek T. Chambers Born in Torrington on Aug. 25, 1943, Warren was a graduate of Harwinton Consolidated School and Oliver Wolcott Technical School. From 1962 – 1965 he served in the Navy as Engineman 3rd class aboard the USS Lorain County LST 1177.
Warren worked as a machinist at T.M. Perry Co. in Canton, the Torrington Co. and Timken Corp. in Torrington where he programed and operated computerized lathes. Following his retirement from Timken, Warren worked as a driver’s helper for UPS, a machinist at Ray Machine Corp. and delivered Meals on Wheels for the Sullivan Senior Center in Torrington. Warren was an avid cyclist; amongst his proud accomplishments are several week long, cross-state and “Century” rides. In 2008 Warren accomplished one of his “bucket list” items by riding his bike across the country from Virginia to Oregon. Over the years Warren enjoyed a variety of other sports from drag racing his ’66 and ’70 GTO’s to softball, ten pin bowling at Sky Top Lanes in both the Merchant and Father- Daughter Leagues as well as downhill skiing and snowshoeing. He also loved to hike with his dear friends on many of the trails in Connecticut and Massachusetts. Everyone who knew Warren will remember his winning smile, his analytical mind, his ever present jokes and his “gift of gab”. He also had a willingness to help friends and strangers alike and made friends and connections wherever he went. Warren will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Warren’s friends are researching having a bench placed along the Farmington Valley Rails to Trails bike path in his memory. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation toward this bench. For further information and updates on this project, please go to pjwc1987@gmail.com. Funeral Services will be held Friday Nov.19, at 11 AM at Phalen Funeral Home 285 Migeon Ave Torrington. Burial will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 Pm and Friday from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. www.phalenfuneral.com
Thomaston,CT - Barbara Ann Ross, 74, passed away Monday, November 15th, at home. She was the wife of Frank Ross Jr. Barbara was born in Waterbury, CT on July 13, 1947, a daughter of the late Dorothy and Milton Didsbury.
She had been employed as an inspector at The Torrington Co. She loved the outdoors and the beach, and loved walking her dog and attending car shows and her "cruise family".
In addition to her husband, she leaves a daughter Heather Ross and fiance William Ockenfels, grandsons Tanner and Conner Carone and a brothers Milton Didsbury Jr and wife Denise and Mark Didsbury. Services will be held at a later date. online memorials www.phalenfuneral.com
The Villages, FL - James R. Zampaglione, 80, passed away November 15, 2021. Jim was the husband of Janice (Berube) Zampaglione of 58 years. Jim was born on October 31, 1941 in Torrington, CT to James and Frances (Baldwin) Zampaglione. They moved to Goshen prior to the Flood of "55. He was in the first 4-year class to attend Wamogo High School. It was here he sparked a passion in the Industrial Arts Program to eventually take him to Central Connecticut State College to study Industrial Arts.
It was here he met Janice Berube. They fell in love during a snowball fight. Within four years, they had started a family, complete with a son. As a family, they loved camping, snowmobiling and golfing. Jim was a communicant of both St. Louis de Montfort Parish and St. Vincent DePaul Parish. He was past President of The Goshen Volunteer Fire Department, President of The Goshen Driftskippers Snowmobile Club and continued his membership of the Torrington Elk’s Club. Many weekends were spent at Canaan CC, Stonybrook CC and Torrington CC. In later years, they caught the boating bug that brought them to Catskill, NY and camping to Otis, MA. After moving to The Villages in Florida, Jim continued to play golf, ride his bike and be part of the boating club. One of his guilty pleasures was to own a ’32 Ford StreetRod golf cart and be part of that club. He also enjoyed racing rc boats and cars and staying active within social clubs.
Jim had a very successful career that started with The Torrington Company Needle Division that became Ingersoll Rand and eventually sold out and moved away. He then started a new career with Becton Dickinson for 20 years retiring in 2004. He was known for being tough but thru the years, we were always told fair. In addition to his wife Jan, he is survived by his son Jeff and wife Brenda of Litchfield CT, Granddaughters; Juliet Lackey and husband Taylor of Burlington, CT and Katharine Zampaglione of Torrington CT. He was preceded in passing by his Granddaughter, Elizabeth "Libby" Zampaglione.
Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Thomas of Villanova Church, P.O. Box 177, Goshen, CT 06756. Services will be at a later date at the convenience of the family.
Ormond Beach, FL- John L. Celadon, 79, passed away peacefully Monday, November 22, 2021, at his home with his loving partner Kristine Winegar and faithful dog Coco at his side. John was born in Torrington, CT, son of Louis and Anita Celadon.
He graduated from Torrington High School in 1960 and was employed as a machinist at the Torrington Company for over 30 years before retiring to FL in 2004. John enjoyed cooking, dancing, traveling, bowling, spending time with friends and family and his dog Coco. He was a volunteer at the Prince of Peace Food Pantry and Meals on Wheels in Ormond Beach for several years. Survivors, in addition to his partner, Kristine, include two children, Anita Mihok of Durham, NH (Chris) and John Celadon Jr. of Torrington, CT, a brother Gino Celadon (Rita) and granddaughter Holley Samuel (Connor) of Durham, NH He was predeceased by his parents Louis and Anita Celadon, two sisters Beatrice Wilcox (Harold) and Ann Fiedorowicz (Raymond). Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 11, 2021, at 10:30a.m. from Gleeson-Ryan Funeral Home, 258 Prospect St., Torrington, to St. Peter Church, 107 E. Main St., Torrington, for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00a.m. Burial will follow in St. Peter Cemetery, Torrington. Friends may call Saturday morning from 9:00 to 10:30a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude's Children Research Hospital (stjude.org/donate) and the Halifax Humane Society in Ormond Beach (halifaxhumanesociety.org).
Torrington - David Royer, 90, peacefully passed away Saturday, December 4, 2021, at Regal Care. He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda (Cellini) Royer. David was born August 1, 1931, in Waterbury, CT, the son of the late David and Jennie (Barnowski) Royer. He served his country with the US Navy on board the USS Hornet.
He was employed by the Torrington Company as a setup Technician until his retirement. David was a part-time school bus driver for 27 years with City Bus Lines. He was also a dedicated blood donor for many years, donating close to 20 gallons in his lifetime. David is survived by a son, Mark Royer and his wife Ella of Dover Plains, NY; a daughter, Celine Zimmermann and her husband Anthony “Tony” of Easthampton, MA; one brother, Wayne Royer of Torrington, CT; four sisters, Beverly Riiska of Winsted, CT, Roberta Pollack of Winsted, CT, Kathleen Schwartz of Arizona; Maryann Stone of Winsted, CT; five grandchildren, Alicia Zimmermann, Rebecca Zimmermann, Courtnie Greenleese and her husband Robert, Colbie Royer, Connyr Royer, as well as two great grandchildren, Levi and Ava. David's family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at Regal Care for their care and compassion showed to him. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. at Cook Funeral Home, 82 Litchfield St., Torrington, CT. Burial will follow at Hillside Cemetery with full military honors accorded. Relatives and friends may call on Saturday morning from 8:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral at 10:00 a.m. Relatives and friends attending calling hours and the funeral service are requested to wear a protective facemask while inside the funeral home. Do to the recent increase of infection of the COVID pandemic, a celebration of David's life will be held in the spring or summer of 2022. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Veterans Service Office, c/o Torrington City Hall, 140 Main Street, Torrington, CT 06790
Torrington - Raymond L Abeling, 68, passed away Friday, December 3rd, at Hartford Hospital. He was the husband of Patricia Kelley Abeling. Raymond was born in Torrington, Ct on July 23, 1953, a son of the late Helen (Bulwitt) and Raymond W Abeling.
He worked as a machinist at The Torrington Co for 35 years and was a Past President of the Veneta Society.
In addition to his wife, he leaves sons Paul Abeling and wife Courtney, Michael Manfredie and wife Amber, Raymond Abeling and wife Tonya, and Kenneth Humphrey, and daughter Kimberly Sokol, several grandchildren and nieces and nephews. He also leaves a sister Cindy Safco. Friends may call at Phalen Funeral Home Saturday Dec 11 from 10:00 to 11:30 AM
MORRIS - Judith Ann Henrich, 82, passed away at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital on December 15, 2021. She was the loving wife of sixty-four years of Kenneth Henrich. Judy was born in Torrington on October 2, 1939, daughter of the late Cecil and Mable (Chase) Rockefeller. Judy was a longtime resident of Morris.
Judy was employed at the Torrington Company Morris/Watertown plants for many years before her retirement. She was a class of 1957 graduate of Litchfield High School. In addition to her husband Kenneth, Judy leaves to honor and cherish her memory a daughter and son-in-law, Bonnie and David Stewart; her cousin, Susan Shumway; two nephews, Sid Howland and Jeffrey Howland; a special person she called daughter #2, Diane MacDonald as well as her favorite “grand-puppy” Jack. Judy’s favorite place to visit was the Ocean. It was her happy place. She also loved to crochet. From ornaments to doilies, we all have many of her handmade items to cherish. To all who knew her she always had a kind word and a sweet smile. It was never about her, she always wanted to know how you were. Always gracious and always a lady. We will all miss her presence in our lives. Our family would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to the staff at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital ICU for their kindness and care they extended to Judy and our family. Funeral services will be private and at the family’s convenience.
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