All Obituaries

Delbert Lee Moore, 70, of Griswold, Connecticut, passed away tragically on June 9, 2026, while doing something he loved—riding his motorcycle. Born on June 4, 1956, in Hamilton, Ohio, Delbert lived a life marked by service, dedication, resilience, and a deep love for family, friends, and country. Delbert proudly served in the United States Navy from November 1975 until his honorable discharge on November 30, 1995. During his twenty years of military service, he demonstrated ...

Samuel Isaac Hopkins, 18, of Amos Road in Preston, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 6, 2026, after a long struggle with various medical challenges. Samuel met every season of his journey with determination and a spirit that left a deep mark on everyone who loved him.    He will be remembered for his love of others, his great smile, and a laugh that still rings in our memories.    Born December 12, 2007, in New London, CT, he was the beloved son of Will ...

Rolland Nolet, 86, passed away peacefully at home on June 5, 2026, surrounded by his family. Born on May 17, 1940, in Saint-Zacharie, Quebec, Canada, Rolland was the son of Alfred Nolet and Jeanne Champion Nolet. He was a man of quiet strength, kindness, and deep devotion to those he loved. Family was always at the heart of his life, and he found his greatest happiness in the moments spent with those closest to him. In July 1963, Rolland married the love of his life, Lucille ...

Eugene Franklin Cornell, 59, of Norwich CT and the greater area of southeast CT has passed peacefully at his home surrounded by his family and guarded by his beloved dog Lilybear on Monday, May 25th. He was born to David Cornell Sr. and the late Sandra Slack in Westerly Hospital on November 3, 1966. He will be joining his daughter Sativa Elizabeth Cornell in the afterlife, united once again.   He graduated Wheeler High School in North Stonington CT in the early to mid 80’s ...

Jacqueline M. Dziecinny, 78, of Norwich, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026. Born on April 20, 1948, she was the beloved daughter of John and Elizabeth Morris.   Jacquie graduated from Fitch High School in 1966. She went on to build a long and dedicated career working for Jordan Marsh and Macy's from 1985 until her retirement in 2010.    She was known for her loving personality, creativity, eye for beauty and straight talk. Jacquie found joy in the simple things that ...

Devan Nolet, 30, of Mansfield, Connecticut, passed away on May 15, 2026. Born on September 8, 1995, Devan was raised in Scotland, Connecticut, where he spent his early years surrounded by family, friends, and the community that helped shape the person he became.   Devan was the beloved son of Michel Nolet and Amy (Larsen-Rivera) Nolet. He was also the cherished brother of Denis Nolet and his spouse, Emma Lussier; Deyonna Nolet and her spouse, Brent Soucier; and stepbrother Joshua ...

Norwich - Jeanne Marie Kramer, 65, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2026.   She was born July 27, 1960, in New Bedford, Massachusetts to the late Raymond and Antoinette (Souza) Kramer. She is preceded in death by her siblings, Edward, Raymond, Kelly, and Sheila Kramer. She is survived by her partner, Raymond E. Parkhurst; her children Gregory, Jessica, and Casey Bessette; and her sister, Vickie Murray.   Jeanne moved to Connecticut with her late former husband, Normand Bessette, ...

Edward S. Banas, Sr., husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, police officer, businessman, Vietnam veteran and past national Commander-in-Chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the nation’s oldest veteran’s organization, died May 13, 2026 following a courageous battle with cancer.  He was 79.   Ed was born May 15, 1946, the son of Stanley and Anna (Wrubel) Banas, both parents pre-deceased.   A Norwich native and 1964 graduate of Norwich Free Academy, ...

In Loving Memory of Ruth M. Labrecque July 28, 1933 – May 7, 2026 Ruth M. Labrecque, a lifelong resident of Norwich, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Ruth leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, compassion, and dedication that will live on for generations to come. Born on July 28, 1933, Ruth was the beloved daughter of Levi and Irene Talbot. She was predeceased by her sister, Phoebe Elizabeth ...

Roy F. Baker passed away on May 5, 2026.  The youngest of four boys born, to Robert Grant Baker and Marguerite (Schaefer) Baker.  He was born in Bridgeport, CT on August 1, 1948 at his maternal grandparents home with the assistance of a midwife.  At birth, he had a hole in his heart which did not heal until he turned two, but he persevered.  He was raised in Plainfield, CT at the family home and he attended schools there.  He played football, basketball, plus he was ...