All Obituaries

Jeffrey Craig Cousineau, Jr., 41, of Baltic, Connecticut passed away unexpectedly Thursday, February 26, 2026. He is survived by his fiance Jessica Chartier, and his children Caden, Hayden, Kaylee and Lilyanna. He was born February 5, 1985 in Hartford, CT to the late Jeffrey C. Cousineau, Sr. and Terri Conley. Jeff grew up in Enfield, Connecticut with his beloved Gig, always busy with his cousins and friends. He then went to culinary school which brought him into the food service ...

Wayne Smith of Griswold CT, a man known for his infectious humor and generous heart, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026. He was 71 years old. Wayne was one of those rare souls who could brighten a room with nothing more than a well-timed joke or a big, warm smile. His laughter was a constant, and his presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.   Wayne was known for his unwavering work ethic. He began working at a young age for the Mackin family on their farm before ...

Robin (Harris) Clark of Jewett City passed away peacefully on Sunday February 15th, 2026 in the presence of her loved ones.   She was born in Windham, CT on August 20th, 1960; daughter of Arnold and Irene (Coady) Harris.   Robin was a graduate of NFA, class of 1978. Taking courses in childcare and development. She was married to Kevin Clark from 1980-1994, they had two children together Cory and Shaina. She later raised her oldest grandson DaSaun upon his birth in ...

In Loving Memory of Joan Elizabeth Carvalho (Rolley) Joan Elizabeth Carvalho (Rolley), born on September 27, 1956, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026. She gained her wings and is now reunited in Heaven with her father, mother, beloved family members, and dear friends. She is survived by her devoted husband, John Charles Carvalho; her three children, Nicholas George Trabakoulos, Delphine Bessie Trabakoulos, and Monica Lynn Watkins (son-in-law Stephen J. Watkins III); her two ...

Roberta Albina (Barrows) D'Andria, born September 14, 1952— 73 of Griswold, has passed peacefully surrounded by family, on February 14, 2026. Roberta had faced multiple long battles with many health issues. She was a daughter, sister, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was strong and stubborn, but also- caring, loving, and compassionate. Roberta, affectionately known as Nana, loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren, so fiercely— Her love will forever live on ...

Karen Elizabeth (Chociej) Babcock, 41, of Lisbon, CT, passed away at home surrounded by family and friends on February 8, 2026 after a hard-fought battle with cancer.   Karen was born in Malden, MA on March 29, 1984 to the late Robert A. (“Bob”) Chociej, Sr. and Susan (MacDonald) Chociej.    She grew up in Peabody, MA where she played soccer and tennis and took dance lessons. Weekends were spent with her family driving race cars and summers camping in an RV. ...

Dennis A. Zajehowski, 82, of Griswold, CT passed away quietly at home on Friday, February 6, 2026.   Dennis was born on June 25, 1943 in Norwich, CT and raised in Griswold. He was the son of the late Theodore Zajehowski and Eileen Manseau. He is predeceased by his brother Theodore Zajehowski II and nephew Theodore Zajehowski III.   Dennis graduated from Griswold High School and went on to serve in the United States Air Force from 1961 through 1965.  He went on to complete ...

Gerald Robert " Jerry" Young III. November 18, 1991 - February 4, 2026 - Age 34 Jerry is now at peace with God, no longer struggling and resting in eternal comfort. Everyone who knew Jerry knew his heart. He was a loving and caring man who would give the shirt off his back for anyone in need. His kindness was genuine, his presence comforting and his love for others ran deep.  Jerry had a special place in his heart for animals and showed them the same compassion and ...

Daniel Holowaty, 95, of Edmond Road passed away February 4, 2026 at the W.W. Backus Hospital, Norwich, CT.   He was born May 20, 1930 in Griswold, CT son to the late Stephen and Anna (Zakaluk) Holowaty.  On January 7, 1956 in Griswold was united in marriage to Agnes (Sudol ) Holowaty.  She predeceased him on September 29, 2017.   At an early age he took over the family farm and later went into construction operating many types equipment and later retired from Electric ...

Carol J Elnicki entered into eternal rest on January 29, 2026 (I say she embarked on her greatest adventure yet) She was born on December 18, 1947 at Madigan General Hospital in Fort Lewis Washington to Harold L. Faust and Susan (Demicco) Lucier. Her parents and Step-father George Lucier preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by the love of her life, her husband of 35 years, Andrew J. Elnicki as well as her oldest son Jefferey P. Scavoni and her sister Barbara Kuligowski. ...