All Obituaries

Ronald Christopher, 91, of East Hampton, widower of the late Jane (Selden) Christopher died  on Veteran’s Day Monday Nov. 11th at Chestelm Health Care in Moodus. Born Sept. 13, 1928 in Middletown he was the son of the late Christopher C. and Esther (Johnson) Christopher. Ron was a graduate of East Hampton High School and proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean War receiving the rank Staff Sargent. Ron was retired from SNET where he had worked his way from lineman...

Vincent S. Greco, 84, of East Hampton, beloved husband of Avril (Tanner) Greco died peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday morning Nov. 5th . Born June 17, 1935 in Middletown, CT he was the son of the late Vincenzo and Rose (Salafia) Greco. Vincent was a proud USAF Veteran of the Korean War, serving as an Airborne Radio Operator in North Africa and Germany he attained the rank of SSGT. Once he returned home he began his career as a painter and decorator and was a...

John L. Kostoss, 96, of Moodus widower of the late Sophie (Rozwadowski) Kostoss passed away peacefully Tuesday Nov. 5th at Chestelm Health Care in Moodus. Born Aug. 19, 1923 he was the son of the late Martin and Catherine (Gus) Kostoss. John proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII and was a member of the AAF Central Flying Command. During his service he was stationed in England. He was discharged from active duty in 1945 with a rank of Corporal, and received the...

Charles “Buddy” E. Lavigne 78 passed away November 1, 2019 at Middlesex Hospital.  Born November 24, 1940 to the late Dennis and Louise (Flemke) Lavigne. Buddy was a life- long resident of East Hampton. He served our country in the Army during the Vietnam War attaining the rank of  E-4.  He was a machinist at the J.C. Barton Co. in East Hampton for many years, was a skilled Ferrier, a motor cross racer, an avid hunter, carpenter, could fix nearly anything and he...

Ruth passed away peacefully on October 30th in the comfort of her home, with family by her side, at 95 years of age. She was the beloved wife of her late husband Bill for 60+ years, the much loved mother to Karen and her husband George, Diane and Bonnie, and the cherished grandmother to Nicole and her husband Robert, Jason, Dan, Katie and her fiancé Steve. Ruth was a long standing member of St. John Fisher Church. Early on she was a catechism teacher and in 2006 she received the...

Josie Binder, 101, wife of the late Alfred Binder passed away Monday October 28th at Portland Care and Rehabilitation Centre. She was born on May 22, 1918 in Hammonton, NJ to the late Frank and Catherine Varalli. Josie is survived by her daughter Catherine Beyer and her husband Charles of East Hampton, grandson Tommy Grote and his wife Carrie, grandson Jason Beyer and his wife Michelle, granddaughter Debbie Matchett and her husband Scott, and her beloved great grandchildren Cody, Max, Maya,...

Carol D. Mandigo, 69, of East Hampton and formerly of Cromwell, beloved wife of David D. Mandigo passed away Sunday October 27th. Carol was known for her unconditional love for her family and friends and was always there to help care for them. Her love and care for others did not stop with family, Carol was an active member of 4-H and Troop 57 Boy Scouts, donating her time to children and helping them grow and reach their fullest potential. When Carol was not helping others, she loved to...

Patricia G. Bush, 72, of East Hampton, widow of the late Howard Bush died Saturday Oct. 12th at Middlesex Hospital Hospice. Born May 5, 1947 in Haverill, MA she was the daughter of the late Harry G. and Virginia M. (Gionfriddo) Agnew. Pat moved to East Hampton in 1979 and was a pediatric nurse having worked at Hartford Hospital and then at Marlborough Pediatric Associates before her retirement. Pat had also worked as a nanny for several years after the passing of her husband. Pat enjoyed...

William David Flannery also known as Bill, Billy, Papa, Uncle Billy, and Silly Billy was a proud, life-long resident of East Hampton. Billy met the love of his life, Nancy, when he was 27 and they shared 33 years together as husband and wife.  Through that journey, they had three precious children: Ross, Cody, and Madigan. He was the happiest when cheering his children on during the numerous softball seasons, on the field through the 3D archery matches, from the sidelines during...

Patricia Ann (Griffin) Ransom, 83, of East Hampton and formerly of Meriden, beloved wife of Denton Ransom died Thursday Sept. 26th at Middlesex Hospice. Born June 30, 1936 in Meriden, she was the daughter of the late Gerald and Regina (Hamp) Griffin. Patricia was a long time resident of Meriden before moving to East Hampton with her husband Denton. Patricia had worked as a hairdresser before her retirement. Besides her husband she is survived by her son Gary Ransom and his wife Bonnie of...