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Clinton S. Downes
October 30, 1925 - April 15, 2011
SOUTHINGTON - Clinton S. Downes, 85, husband of the late Barbara (Martin) Downes passed away on Friday at the Summit at Plantsville.
Born on October 30, 1925 in New York City, he was the son of the late Clinton and Mary (Hajek) Downes. He served in the US Navy during WWII. He was a retired employee of Wallace Silversmith Co in Wallingford and had also been employed at Lake Compounce Amusement Park and Maine Coast Lobster. He enjoyed gardening especially planting trees.
Mr. Downes is survived by his three sons Jeffrey P. and his wife Shirley Downes of Harwinton, Timothy J. Downes, David M. and his wife Beverly Downes all of Southington, a sister Mary Heath of Altmar, NY five grandchildren Justin, Sara, Elizabeth, Matthew and Abby Downes, and a great grandson Jeremy. Besides his wife he was predeceased by a son Clinton Downes III.
Graveside services with military honors will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday at St. Thomas Cemetery. Calling hours will be Monday from 6 to 8 PM at DellaVecchia Funeral Home 211 N. Main St.
Jean Veronneau
March 26, 1919 - April 5, 2011
Southington - Jean Veronneau, passed away Tuesday April 5th, 2011 at the age of 92. She was the wife of the late Joseph J. Veronneau for 67 years. Jean was born March 26, 1919 in New Britain to the late Stanley and Stefania Kostus.
Throughout much of her life she enjoyed traveling with her late husband, family and friends both in the United States and abroad. She also spent many years in retirement with her husband vacationing during the winter in Florida. They enjoyed spending time with their many friends and family members.
Jean was predeceased by her beloved parents Stanley and Stefania Kostus; sister Ceil Neun; brother Delvyn Case Sr., daughter Judith St. Hilaire and grandson Marc St. Hilaire.
She is survived by her daughter Susan Kosienski of East Haddam, sister, Helen Bochnik of Meriden, Brother, Chester Kostus of Southington, Grandchildren Kevin Kosienski of Southington, Brian Kosienski of Durham, Jill St. Hilaire-Harvan of Jupiter, Fl.. great grandchildren, Erica, Carlyn, Ryan, Julia, Rachel and Jacob Kosienski.
The Funeral will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 130 Summer St. Burial will be at St. Boniface Cemetery in Meriden. Calling hours will be on Friday morning from 9:30 -10:30 a.m. at the DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St., Southington.
William L. Flynn Jr.
October 25, 1937 - April 16, 2011
Oak Bluffs, MA - William L. Flynn Jr. 73, formerly of Southington, CT passed away on April 16, 2011 at Yale-New Haven Hospital. He was the husband of Kathleen (Reinhard) Flynn.
He was born in New Britain, CT on Oct. 25, 1937, the son of the late William L. and Helen (Willis) Flynn Sr. He was a Veteran of the US Marine Corp serving as a Corporal and was stationed in Okinawa. Mr. Flynn was the proud owner and operator of Flynn’s Motor Express for many years in Southington, and for the past 10 years he was employed by Island Propane on Martha’s Vineyard. Bill enjoyed flying his plane and riding his motorcycle. He was a member of the American Legion in Vineyard Haven and a member of the Retread Motorcycle Club. Mr. Flynn was a parishioner of Lady Star of the Sea Church.
In addition to his wife he leaves a son Daniel Flynn of Oak Bluffs, MA, two daughters, Mora and husband Rodrigo Garza of Unionville, CT and Nancy and husband Andrew Florian of Southington, CT, three brothers Richard, Michael and Robert Flynn all of Southington, a sister Kathleen Joy of FL, 4 grandchildren, Andrew and Jennifer Florian, Diego and Mateo Garza. He was predeceased by a son William L. Flynn III.
Graveside services will be held on Thursday at 11:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Cemetery, Meriden Ave. Southington, CT with Military Honors. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to the Disabled American Veterans, 35 Cold Spring Rd, Suite 315, Rocky Hill, CT 06067
DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St. Southington is assisting with arrangements.
Margaret (Viele) DiMartino
April 14, 1921 - April 6, 2011
Southington - Margaret (Viele) DiMartino, 89, of Stonegate Rd. passed away Wednesday, April 6, 2011 at Hospital of Central CT, New Britain. She was the wife of Dorindo DiMartino and they were married
for 69 years.
She was born April 14, 1921 in Southington daughter of the late Giuseppi and Theresa (Lorenzo) Viele. She retired from South End School as a teacher’s aide. She was a graduate of Lewis High School, class of 1940.
Besides her husband she is survived by her children, Doreen Ralston of Lexington, MA, Marsha Tomlinson of Bristol and Daniel DiMartino of Johns Creek, GA, 8 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Margaret was predeceased by her 5 siblings.
A Memorial service will be held Saturday, April 16, at 11:30 am at the
DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St. Burial will be at St. Thomas Cemetery.
Calling hours will Saturday from 10:30 am until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to the Charity of ones choice.
Pauline M. Burns
December 15, 1914 - April 10, 2011
Southington - Pauline M. Ryan Burns, 96, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday April 10, 2011.
She was born in Newton, MA on December 15, 1914.
Pauline and her beloved husband of 38 years, Cornelius Ryan, raised 9 children in Brooklyn, NY. She is survived by 7 children: Mary Pernetti (Nick) of Flushing, Queens; Ed Ryan (Peggy) of Pearl River, NY; Carol Madsen (Adam) of Coram, NY; Charlie Ryan (Merlin) of Brooklyn, NY; Danny Ryan (Carol) of Dedham, ME; Larry Ryan (Pat) of Southington, CT; Joan Cunningham (Tom) of Roswell, GA; and her son-in-law Larry Madden of Hauppauge, NY. She was blessed with 31 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren.
She was pre-deceased by her son Thomas and daughter Connie Madden.
Friends are invited to call at DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St. Southington on Tuesday from 5-8 p.m.
The funeral will be held on Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at 10:15 a.m. from the Funeral Home to St. Thomas Church, 99 Bristol St., Southington for a Mass at 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in her memory to: The Orchards, 34 Hobart St., Southington, CT 06489 for the Serenity Garden or Hospice of Central CT, 205 W. Main St., New Britain, CT 06052, or Visiting Nurses of Central CT.
Elizabeth Kleczkowski
August 8, 1978 - October 29, 2011
New Britain - Elizabeth (Long) Kleczkowski, 33, passed away on Saturday, October 29, 2011, after a brief illness. She was the wife of James P. Kleczkowski.
She was born on Aug. 8, 1978, the daughter of Thomas J. and Linda (Stacy) Long.
Elizabeth was a 1996 Graduate of Southington High School and she graduated from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in NYC. She was an accomplished singer and she participated in Southington Community Theater. She was an animal rights activist and loved her two dogs Louie and Abigail. She was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.
Besides her husband and parents she is survived by her cherished sisters Kathleen Long of Boston, MA and Stacie Long of New Hartford, a stepson Sean Kleczkowski, her maternal grandparents, Glenn and Marjorie Stacy of Danielson, her mother and father –in-law Claudette and John Kleczkowski of Rockfall, she also leaves many cousins, aunts, uncles, in-laws and friends.
Beth was taken too soon, she touched the lives of all she met.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday at 4 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 145 Main St. Southington. Calling hours will be on Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. at the DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St. Southington.
Donations may be made in her memory to the CT Human Society, 701 Russell Rd. Newington, CT 06111.
Geraldine (Buck) Pearl
Southington - Geraldine (Buck) Pearl, 77, a former resident of Southington, passed away on Oct. 28, 2011. She was the wife of the late Howard Pearl.
She was born on Nov. 5, 1933 in Lewiston, ME, the daughter of the Llewellyn and Flora (LaForge) Buck.
She is survived by her children, Steven H. Pearl Sr. and wife Hermas of Rockland, ME, Darlene E. and husband Len Rak of Beaver Creek, OH, and Tracy A. and husband Paul Schweiger of Southington and 9 grandchildren and 1 great grandson a sister, Geneva Collins of Orchard Park, NY. She was predeceased by a daughter Brenda Pearl and a sister Jeannette Jones.
Her Funeral will be held on Wednesday at 9:15 am. from the DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St. to St. Thomas Church at 10 a.m. Burial will be at St. Thomas Cemetery. There are no calling hours.
Joseph Kane
June 2, 1923 - November 3, 2011
Southington - Joseph Egan Kane, 88, of Plantsville, passed away Thursday November 3, 2011 with his loving wife and best friend of 62 years, Agnes (DeVylder) Kane, by his side. A native of Southington, Joseph was the son of the late John E. and Veronica (Egan) Kane. Joseph attended Lewis High School and St. Thomas Seminary before serving his country with the US Army during WWII. He graduated from St. Bonaventure University and served as the Town Assessor in Cheshire and later, for the city of New Britain where he worked for 28 years until his retirement. Joseph was ordained a Deacon in the Catholic Church in 1976 and served at many churches including St. Aloysius (Plantsville), St. Patrick (Farmington), St. John the Evangelist and St. Jerome (both in New Britain).
Joseph loved his family and was in his glory when surrounded by them. His other passions included golf, bowling, and of course, cheering on his Yankees.
Besides his wife, Joseph is survived by a daughter and 4 sons, Sheila Dubinsky and her husband Jay of Plantsville with whom he made his home, Edward Kane and his wife Cathy of Farmington, Joseph and his wife Jean, Kevin and his wife Debbie all of New Britain and Gerard Kane of Severn, MD. Joseph was also the proud grandfather of 16 grandchildren; Jayme, Michael, Dale, and Jared Dubinsky, and Jennifer, James, Anthony, Timothy, Frank, Patrick, Kathleen, Conor, Brianne, Liam, Michelle, and Abraham Kane, 6 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers James and Harold Kane and grandson Steven Kane.
The funeral will be held on Monday November 7, 2011 at 9:15 am from the DellaVecchia Funeral Home 211 N. Main St., Southington to St. Aloysius Church for a mass at 10 am. Burial with military honors will be in St. Bridgets Cemetery, Cheshire. Calling hours will be on Sunday from 2-6 pm. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to St. Aloysius Church, 254 Burritt St., Plantsville CT 06479.
Irene Flugard
December 17, 1925 - November 4, 2011
Southington - Irene (Sachek) Flugard, 85, passed away on Friday November 4, 2011 at The Alzheimer's Resource Center in Plantsville. She was the wife of the late Otto Flugard.
Irene was born on December 17, 1925 in New Britain and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Grace (Vankirk) Sachek.
Prior to her retirement she was an elementary school teacher for the Southington School System.
She is survived by her son Dennis Otto Flugard and wife Beth of Thousand Oaks, CA, a son-in-law Joseph Lux of Glastonbury, grandchildren Daniel and Adriana. Besides her husband she was predeceased by daughters Ruth Flugard Lux and Heidi Flugard.
The funeral will be held on Tuesday November 8, 2011 at noon at the DellaVecchia Funeral Home 211 N. Main St. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery. Calling hours will be from 10 am until the time of service. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to: World Wildlife Fund, 1250 Twenty-Fourth Street, N.W., P.O. Box 97180, Washington, DC 20090-7180 or We Adopt Greyhounds, Inc., P.O. Box 1114, Glastonbury, CT 06033.
Solange Haire
January 8, 1921 - April 20, 2011
Southington - Solange P. Haire, 90, formerly of Center Dr., passed away on Jan. 29, 2011 at Ingraham Manor in Bristol. She was the wife of the late Gordon J. Haire.
Solange was born in Canada on Jan. 8, 1921, daughter of the late Arthur and Marie-Ann (Vermett) Perkins. She was employed by Cigna Insurance Corp. (formerly Aetna).
Solange is survived by her two children J. Gordon Haire and his wife JoAnne of Enfield and MaryAnn Pinkerton and her husband Richard of Terryville, a sister Constance Clinker-Limoges of Zepherhills, FL, four grandchildren Christopher Pinkerton, Rebecca Records and her husband Brian, Jodi Steppen and her husband Jeremy, and Jennifer Haire.
She is also survived by four great-grandchildren William, Thomas, Holly and Landon along with several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by two brothers and John and Victor Perkins, and three sisters Theresa Perkins, Madeline Shields, and Claire Bluteau.
Services will be held graveside at Oak Hill Cemetery on Saturday April 30 at 11:30 AM. Donations in her memory can be made to the American Cancer Society, 825 Brook St. I-91 Tech Ctr. Rocky Hill, CT 06067-3045. Della Vecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St. Southington is assisting the family with arrangements.
