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Ronald M. Downing,
QUINEBAUG — Ronald M. Downing, 87, formerly of Highland Dr. husband of Ethel P. (Landsperger) Downing, died Oct. 14, 2024, at Davis Place. His wife died Oct. 17 (her obituary follows).
He was born in 1937 in Jeannette, Penn., he was the son of the late Reginald and Clara (Lester) Downing.
Mr. Downing was a proud Navy veteran serving aboard the aircraft carrier USS Forrestal.
He was united in marriage to the former Ethel P. Landsperger on March 29, 1958.
Mr. Downing worked as a boiler tender at the Groton Submarine Base and Putnam Herzl Company.
He leaves by his wife of 66 years, Ethel P. Downing; his children, Randy Downing of Ashford, Cheryl Morin (Dave) of Canterbury, and Dawn Coolidge (Steven) of Danielson; his siblings, Regina Bosch and Ken Downing; nine grandchildren, Ryan, Keena, Kelly, Amanda, Adam, Tommy, Heather, Chelsie, and Karyn; seven great-grandchildren, Shane, Cole, Chase, Abi, Kallen, Keegan, and Jayden, daughter in law, Karen Downing. He was predeceased by his son, Robert Downing, his daughter, Karen White, his brothers John and Lester Downing and his sister, Clara-Ann Downing.
Services for both are being planned for a later date. Valade Funeral Home & Crematory, 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale.
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Ethel P. Downing
QUINEBAUG — Ethel Pearl (Landsperger) Downing, 84, formerly of Highland Drive, died Oct. 17, 2024, at Davis Place Health Care Center. She was the wife of the late Ronald Milton Downing. Born in 1939 in Ardara, Penn., she was the daughter of the late William Landsperger and Ellen Martha (Pedder) Landsperger.
Mrs. Downing worked as a grocery clerk for Finast and Stop & Shop and was a long-time congregant at Emanuel Lutheran Church in N. Grosvenordale.
Ethel loved the holidays with her extended family and sharing her renowned homemade fudge. She was a devoted grandmother to her cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In addition to her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren she leaves a cousin Wendy Landsperger Sutter. In addition to her son and daughter, she is predeceased by her sister, Agnes Landsperger Moss.
psa commits pg 7 10-24-24
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PSA varsity
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busy stretch
PUTNAM — The Putnam Science Academy Varsity and Prep soccer teams have had a busy stretch of games, showing both resilience and competitive spirit as they take on challenging opponents.
Varsity Soccer:
Currently holding a 4-3 record, the Varsity team has faced tough competition in its recent matchups. Oct. 17, they played a hard-fought match against St. Thomas More (STM) but came up short, losing 2-1. Caio da Silva scored the lone goal for PSA, keeping the match close until the final whistle.
The Varsity team returned to the field on Oct. 18 against Woodstock, looking to bounce back. Despite a strong offensive effort, they narrowly lost 4-3. Adria Bartomeu was one of the standout performers, scoring a goal. The Varsity boys continue to battle through their season, showing grit as they look to turn their record around.
Prep Soccer:
Meanwhile, PSA’s Prep team has shown more consistency, holding a 2-2-1 record. Oct. 14, the team faced American International College and secured a dominant 4-1 victory. Pedro Rosa led the charge with two goals, while Guilherme Vieira and Tanaka Makechemu each added a goal to cap off the impressive win.
Rebecca Townes
Sports Information Director
Putnam Science Academy
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police pg 8 10-24-24
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The following charges were listed in the Putnam Police Department logs. The people charged are innocent until proven guilty in court. The Town Crier will publish dispositions of cases at the request of the accused. The dispositions must be accompanied by the proper documentation. The Putnam Police Department confidential Tip Line is 860-963-0000.
Oct. 17
Casey J. Kingsley, 50, Sabin Street, Putnam; two counts failure to pay or plead; one count second-degree failure to appear.
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driver pg 8 10-24-24
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Driver turns himself in after accident
PUTNAM — The Putnam Police Department said the driver of one of the cars involved in an accident Oct. 14 on Woodstock Avenue fled the scene but later turned himself in.
The two-car motor vehicle crash occurred at the intersection of Woodstock Avenue and Van Den Noort Street. A 2009 Mazda 6 operated by Heaven Lowell, 19, of N. Grosvenordale, was attempting to make a left turn onto Van Den Noort Street from Woodstock Avenue when a 2006 Chrysler Sebring crashed into the Mazda as it attempted to pass the Mazda on the left over the solid double yellow line. The Sebring went onto the sidewalk, hit a stone wall, and almost hit a pedestrian. Witnesses said the occupants of the Chrysler then fled the scene on foot. The operator reported minor injuries and she and her passenger were evaluated by Putnam EMS and refused transport. Plainfield Police's K-9 search was unsuccessful. Later that night, the driver who had fled the scene turned himself in to the Putnam Police Department. Issac Johnson, 19, of N. Main St., Moosup received a misdemeanor summons for evading responsibility, passing in no passing zone, traveling unreasonably fast, and failure to drive right.
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