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Town of Putnam
Planning Commission
The Town of Putnam Planning Commission will hold a meeting on June 24, 2013 at 7:00 P.M. at the Town Hall located at 126 Church Street, Putnam, CT.   A public hearing will be held on the following:

Application # 2103-02:  Robert J. Guillot — Request for a 1 lot subdivision for property located at 112 Hawkins Road, Town Assessor’s Map 026, Lot 071. Zoned C-4 consisting of 1.4394 +/- acres.

Gerard Cotnoir,
Chairman
 
June 12, 2013
June 20, 2013

Legal Notice
Tax Collector’s
Office
Town and Fire
District
of Pomfret
Legal Notice is hereby given to the taxpayers of the Town and Fire District of Pomfret that the First Installment of taxes on the Grand List of October 1, 2012, is DUE AND PAYABLE July 1, 2013.
The last day to pay without penalty is August 1, 2013.  Interest will be charged at 18% annually (1.5% per month) on all delinquent payments postmarked August 2, 2013 or later.
To view or pay your bill online, go to www.pomfretct.org.  Make all checks payable to Pomfret Tax Collector.  Mail payments to 5 Haven Rd., Pomfret Center, CT 06259.  If a receipt is desired, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope.  
Office hours DURING THE MONTH OF JULY are:  Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Wednesday 8:30 – 6:00 p.m.  The office is closed on Fridays.  If you have any questions, please call 860-974-0394.   The Town Hall will be closed Thursday, July 4.  

Pamela S. Lewerenz, CCMC
Tax Collector
Town & Fire District of Pomfret

June 20, 2013
July 3, 2013
July 25, 2013

Legal Notice
Town of Putnam
Special Services
 District
AMENDMENT TO
PARKING
 ORDINANCE
 Be it ORDAINED by the Town of Putnam Special Services District Authority that the Amendment  To the Parking Ordinance adopted by the Town of Putnam Special Services District Authority on  April 08, 2013, be Amended as follows:
     SECTION 3 – ITEM 4:  NEW Parking Lines will be Marked on South Main Street from Front Street To End of the Municipal Parking Lot.
     SECTION 3 – ITEM 5:  No Parking on the North side of Front Street (RT 44) From South Main Street to Main Street.
     This Amendment to the Parking Ordinance shall become effective Ten Days after its Passage and Legal Publication.
     ADOPTED BY THE Town of Putnam Special Services District Authority this 10th Day of June, 2013.

By:  Gerard E Cotnoir,
 District Authority Chairman

June 20, 2013

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Ernest J. Beausoleil
Ernest J. Beausoleil, 100, died June 15, 2013, at Westview Healthcare Centre.
Born in 1912 Canada, Ernest moved to New Hampshire with his family in 1913.  The family then moved to Danielson in 1920 where he attended St James School.  At age 14 he began to learn the grocery business from Henry Myers and he eventually purchased a meat and grocery truck selling foods door to door.  In 1939 he opened Beausoleil’s Market in Danielson which he owned and operated for 25 years.  After selling the business Ernest worked as a butcher at various food stores until retirement at age 72.  
He had a very active retirement enjoying his family, cards, horseshoes, and his beloved Boston Red Sox.  In fact, he celebrated his 100th birthday as a 100-year-old fan at Fenway Park in June 2012 the very same year Fenway celebrated its 100th birthday. Additionally, Ernest was a communicant of St. James Church in Danielson past Counselor for United Commercial Travellers, a life-long member of the Knights of Columbus, and the Danielson Lodge of Elks.  
He leaves a son and daughter-in-law, Ernest L. and Pauline Beausoleil of Edgewater, Fla.; daughter, Yvette Zahansky of Brooklyn; 11 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife Gertrude (Viens) Beausoleil, whom he married on May 27, 1938, two daughters Lucille Loos and Jeannine Duby, six brothers and nine sisters.  
The Funeral will be at 9:15 a.m. June 20 from the Gagnon and Costello Funeral Home, 33 Reynolds St., Danielson, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. James Church 12 Franklin St., Danielson, with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Danielson. Calling hours are from 6 to 8 p.m. June 19 at the funeral home. Donations: Westview Healthcare Center’s Recreation Fund, 150 Ware Road, Dayville, CT 06241.

Jack S. Carlson
POMFRET — Jack S. Carlson, 85, of Pomfret, died June 13, 2013, at home. He was the husband of Aileen (Ask) Carlson. They were married in 1954, and she died Nov. 17, 2010.  
He was born Jan. 20, 1928, in Putnam, son of the late George and Amborg (Sordal) Carlson. He made his home in Woodstock for many years, moving to Pomfret in 1988.  
Jack was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean war, serving from 1950 – 1952 in the 179th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division, Company B.  He was a member of the VFW in Danielson, Post 2650.  
Jack started out as a farmer in Woodstock and then became a carpenter, building several homes in the area.  He also ran Pomfret Variety Store for several years.  He enjoyed traveling with his wife, and their big trip was to drive to Alaska via Canada and the Alaskan Highway.  He enjoyed auto racing, his passion was the Indianapolis 500, which he made 43 trips to with his wife.  
He leaves a daughter and three nephews.
The Funeral was June 17 at Smith & Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove St., Putnam, with burial in Elmvale Cemetery, Woodstock with military honors. Donations: Danielson VFW Post 2650, 29 Mechanic Street, Danielson, CT 06239.

Kathleen A. Fague
DANIELSON — Kathleen “Kat” A. Fague, 51, of Palmer St., died June 14, 2013, at home.  She was the wife of Charles M. Fague Sr. for 29 years.
Born in 1961 in Putnam, she is the daughter of James MacKenzie of N. Grosvenordale and the late Gloria E. (Tetreault) MacKenzie.
Mrs. Fague worked as a supervisor for Woodstock Line for over 25 years.
Kathleen enjoyed gardening, going on trios to Foxwoods Resort and Casino.
In addition to her husband, she leaves her stepfather James MacKenzie of N. Grosvenordale; sons, Charles M. Fague Jr. of Killingly and Micheal Fague of Danielson; brothers, Robert Challinor of Ohio, Dennis Challinor of N. Grosvenordale, Jamie MacKenzie of N. Grosvenordale, and William MacKenzie of N. Grosvenordale; sisters, Brenda Aikens of Killingly and Patricia Sargent of N. Grosvenordale.
The Funeral was June 17 in Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam. Donations: To her family to help take care of her final expenses, c/o Charles M. Fague Sr., 35 Palmer St., Danielson, CT 06239.

Robert E. Johnson Sr.
CENTRAL VILLAGE — Robert E. Johnson, Sr., 59, of Main St., died June 10, 2013, at the Backus Emergency Care Center in Plainfield. Born in 1954 in Providence, he was the son of the late Edgar and Florence (Jordan) Johnson.
Mr. Johnson worked as a machine operator at Johnson Corrugated for many years and served in the U.S. Army from 1974 until he was honorably discharge in 1977. Robert was a former member of the Thompson Rod and Gun Club.
He leaves two sons Robert E. Johnson Jr., and Mathew Johnson; a daughter Jessica Johnson, all of Danielson; a half son Jonathan Johnson, formerly of Putnam; a brother Edward Luther Johnson of Thompson; three grandchildren Isaiah Green, Caleb Parker, and Aria Parker. He was predeceased by a brother Arthur Johnson.
The graveside service with military honors was June 17, in the W. Thompson Cemetery, Gilman–Valade Funeral Homes.

Angelo Navarro
PUTNAM — Angelo Navarro, 89, of Church St., died June 7, 2013, in Matulaitis Nursing Home.  He was the husband of Lorraine (Bouley) Navarro for 64 years.  Born in N. Grosvenordale, he was the son of the late Sam and Jenny (Leo) Navarro.
Mr. Navarro worked as a machine operator for Borden’s Candy Co. in N. Grosvenordale.  Angelo was a member of the American Legion Post 67 and the St. Bernard council of the Knights of Columbus.  He was an avid Yankees fan, enjoyed golf, baseball, and watching NASCAR.
In addition to his wife, he leaves daughters, Nancy Pasela (Paul) of Smithfield, R.I., and Linda Richard (Jim) of Putnam; brothers, Daniel Navarro of Pompano Beach, Fla., John Navarro of Dayville, and Raymond Navarro of Pomfret; grandchild, Brad Aubin (Tracy). He was  predeceased by his brothers; Rocco Navarro, Joseph Navarro, Anthony Navarro, David Navarro, Sal Navarro, Edward Navarro and his sister Lena Deotte.
The Mass of Christian Burial was June 14 in St. Mary Church of the Visitation, Putnam, with burial in St. Mary Cemetery. Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam.

Margaret Turnbull
WOODSTOCK — Margaret “Peg” Turnbull, 83, of Woodstock, died June 11, 2013, at Matulaitis Nursing Home in Putnam. She was the wife of Herbert M. Turnbull Jr. He died in 2007.
She was born Feb. 18, 1930, daughter of the late John and Margaret (Hicky) Fallon.  She worked as an executive secretary for Stanley Shaw at the Cargill Bank in Putnam and for several headmasters at Rectory School in Pomfret. She retired from Rectory School. She was a graduate of Putnam High School and Bryant College. Peg enjoyed traveling, dining out, reading and the theater. She was a real lady, kind, caring, sweet and gentle.
She leaves a brother John Fallon of Wakefield, R.I.; a niece Alice Regas of Putnam; a great niece Kathleen Campbell (John) of Campton, N.H.; nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be at 11 a.m. June 30 at the Smith & Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove St., Putnam, with private burial in Elmvale Cemetery, Woodstock. Donations: Charity of one’s choice.

Edwin Morse Jr.,
Chief Red Fox
WARREN, Mass. — Edwin Morse Jr. - Chief Red Fox, also known as “Moose,” has started his journey on the wings of the eagle to the arms of our Creator.  He was the son of Chief Wise Owl and Precious One, who predeceased him.  Chief Red Fox was the chief of the Nipmuck Indians of Chaubunagungamaug.
Chief Red Fox had been active in all aspects of Nipmuck cultural projects, from intense labor involved in setting up cultural events, to mastering the expertise required to do genealogical research.  He has run the cook-tent at Nipmuck Powwows, a master at cooking up native dishes.  He has done many presentations about Indian culture to the public and taught about Native traditions.  Chief Red Fox worked diligently for the tribe with his knowledge of historical research.  He was one of the original writers of the petition for Federal recognition for his tribe.
The Chief worked at Holbrook Drop Forge, he was a firefighter and paramedic for the Town of Dudley.
He was a musician who played a “mean” guitar, drums and was a great vocalist.  He won many dance contests through his life, loved to party, loved a good joke and he loved to laugh.
The Chief was one of the founding members of the Nipmuck House of Learning in Webster.
He leaves behind six children, seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.  His son, Edwin Morse III, who is known as Chief Spring Fox and will carry on as Traditional Chief, and his wife Kristen Southern Flower, his eldest son, Ed Chief Red Fox Sterczala, who will carry on his name as well as becoming the ceremonial sub-Chief, and his wife Kristen, also his youngest son, Nickommo Morse; daughters, Melissa Winter Fox Majorowski and her husband Mike, Ashley Womonausu Morse, Jeaninne Saviano.  Left behind are his seven grandchildren, Jonathan Denham, Nikole King, Mathew King, Josh Sly Fox Sterczala, Jonathan Golden Fox Sterczala, Alex Swift Fox and his newest grandson, Little Fox; his great-grandson, Brayden David; two sisters, Ruth Star Bessette and her husband Mike, Lucyann Loving One Swenson and her husband Paul; his life-long soul mate, Rainelle Falling Rain Chaisson; many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Donations:  Guardian Hospice and Pallative Care, 7 Central Street, West Brookfield, MA 01585. Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, Webster.

Louis Desrosiers
THOMPSON/WOODSTOCK — Louis J. Desrosiers,  87, died June 8, 2013, at the Masonic Care, Wallingford.
He was born in Worcester, son of the late Louis H. and Elva M. (Maynard) Desrosiers and lived in Thompson most of his life, moving to Woodstock last year.  He was retired from Johnson Construction Company, where he worked as a blaster.  He was a WWII, U.S. Navy veteran.
He leaves three sons, Louis Desrosiers of Sturbridge, Joseph Desrosiers of Thompson and Richard Desrosiers of Woodstock; a daughter, Sandra Bickford; four sisters, Lorraine Fielding of Arizona, Claire Reed of California, Elva Smith of Millbury, Mass., and Barbara Montville of Arizona; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Burial was private in St. John’s Cemetery, Worcester.  Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, Webster.

Adele Jankot
WEBSTER — Adele (Zulkiewicz) Jankot, 99, died June 8, 2013, in the Lifecare Center of Auburn. Her husband of 70 years, Walter L. Jankot, died in 2004.
She was born in Rogers, daughter of Leon and Antonia (Bigda) Zyulkiewicz. She lived in Putnam for many years before moving to Webster in 1966. Mrs. Jankot was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Joseph Basilica.
She leaves a daughter, Dorothy J. Karpowich of Irvine, Calif.; two grandchildren, Karen Mattor of Merrimack, N.H., and Debra Dec of Dana Point, Calif.; five great-grandchildren; a brother, Fred Zulkiewicz of Putnam; a sister, Cecilia Desautel of Danielson.
A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Sitkowski & Malboeuf Funeral Home, Webster.

Cindy Stafford
WOODSTOCK — Cindy M. (Long) Stafford, 52, of Rt. 171, died May 24, 2013, at the Rose Monahan Hospice Residence in Worcester, after a long battle with cancer.  
She was born in Manchester, the daughter of the late Elwood McKusick, and lived in Oxford and Thompson, before moving to Woodstock 14 years ago.  She graduated from Oxford High School in 1979 and Fitchburg State College in 1983.
Mrs. Stafford was a medical technician at Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam and UMass Medical Center in Worcester for over 26 years.  
She leaves her husband of 25 years, James H. Stafford of Woodstock; two children, James R. Stafford and Rebecca R. Stafford, both of Woodstock; her mother, Shirley (Evans) McKusick of Putnam; a sister, Janice Braun of Florida; three brothers, Gary Glass of Massachusetts, Gregory Glass of Portland, CT, and Martin McKusick of Massachusetts; and many nephews and nieces.  
A Funeral Mass was June 4 at St. Ann’s Church, N. Oxford, with burial at St. Roch’s Cemetery, Oxford. Paradis Funeral Home, Oxford.

Ruth Johnson
DUDLEY — Ruth Johnson, 102,  formerly of  Dudley-Oxford Rd., died May 30,2013, in Sterling Village, Sterling, Mass., after a period of declining health. Her husband  Spencer G. Johnson died in 1985.
She was born in Thompson, the daughter of the late Clarence and the late Edna (Blackmer) Stevens. She worked as a telephone operator for New England Telephone and Verizon. Mrs. Johnson lived in her own home in Dudley to age 93 she then spent 8 years in assisted living and the past 2 years at sterling Village. She enjoyed rug hooking and loved to cook for family and friends.
She leaves stepdaughter, Doris Cross of Colorado Springs, Colo.; granddaughters, Pamela Mortell of Paxton, Mass.,  Cheryl Cosky of Colorado; grandson Jeffrey Cross of Westborough, Mass.; six great-grandchildren; one brother, Clarence  Stevens of Connecticut.
The Funeral was June 15 at  Elmvale Cemetery,  Woodstock. Donations: Shriners Hospitals for Children –Springfield  516 Carew St., Springfield, MA 01104-2396. Bartel Funeral Home, Dudley.

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By Ron P. Coderre
This week’s sporty RPC shout out is sent to former Putnam High School football star running back Phil Durand.  In high school, Durand was a three-sport athlete.  Later in life, Durand was the longtime coach of the St. Mary’s Hawks.  Today he confines his activities to puttering around his flower bed and travelling.

The Putnam High School Athletic Alumni Association held its annual Athletic Awards Banquet on June 4 at the Putnam Lodge of Elks.  The event, which has been ongoing for more than 60 years, attracted a full house as athletes from all sports were honored.  John Wilbur, WINY Radio Sports director, was the master of ceremonies for the evening program.
The highlight of the evening was the awarding of the prestigious male and female athletes of the year plaques.  Senior Jesse Alexander was selected as the Male Athlete of the Year and his female counterpart was senior Ashley Espinosa.  Both athletes expressed surprise at their selection but were proud to have been selected.

Alexander is a two-sport athlete, playing football for the Putnam Pride and baseball for the Clippers.  A natural leader, he was the team quarterback and on the diamond he was the rubber arm pitcher, who also played infield.  He was one of the team’s outstanding hitters.  As Alexander looks to his future, he’s planning to enter the military, specifically the U.S. Marine Corps.  His dream is to someday become a state police officer.
Espinosa is following in the footsteps of her uncle, Tom Espinosa, and heading to Worcester State University where she is planning on playing basketball for the Lady Lancers.  During her high school career, she focused primarily on basketball, although she did play soccer and run cross country one season each.

Former Clipper Recovering From Surgery
In the late 1950’s Putnam High School was known for its prowess on the football field.  In the history of the program the Clippers were always noted for the many running backs that came out of coach Jim Greenhalgh’s stable.  Their greatness was made possible because of the many linemen, who year after year opened up gaping holes for the runners.  One of those standout linemen was “Big John” Sherman, a member of the Class of ’59 and a three year starter as an interior lineman.

A veteran of the U.S. Army, Sherman attended Nichols College for one year where he played for the Bison prior to making the military his career.  A member of the American Legion, he generally spends a couple months each year in Northeastern Connecticut assisting with Boys State and attending the American Legion baseball tournament.  Although his plans are slightly behind schedule, he’s planning on arriving in the area in mid-July.

He’s the father of former WINY Sports Director John W. Sherman Jr., who currently serves as Assistant Athletic Director for public information at Indiana State University in Terre Haute.
RPC sends along wishes for a speedy and full recovery.  Friends and former classmates wishing to contact the Sr. Sherman and send along get well wishes can mail him at 531 Corpus Christi Channel, Port Aransas, TX 78373. 

Putnam Loses A Good Friend
It was with sadness and fond memories that RPC learned of the death of Putnamite Angelo Navarro.  A quiet, hard working individual who resided in North Grosvenordale prior to moving to Putnam, Navarro was strong backer of youth and high school sports.
It is with fond thoughts that we remember Navarro as one of the cadre of umpires who worked the Little League games in the early years of the league.  Always fair and concerned about the kids, he was one of those umps who avoided controversy because he was so well liked.  Navarro, as opposed to many folks in Putnam was an avid Yankee rooter.  He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Tiger To Become An AmCat
Ashley Gendreau the Tourtellotte Memorial High School softball and basketball standout has decided on her college choice.  She’ll be attending Anna Maria College in Paxton, Mass., to pursue a career in nursing.  Gendreau has also indicated that she plans to play softball for the Lady AmCats.
This past spring Gendreau had an outstanding season, leading the Lady Tigers softball team to a 14-7 record, the team’s best in many years.  At the plate, she produced a .467 batting average with six home runs, including two grand slams.  Included in her stats were nine doubles, 34 runs batted in, a 1.050 slugging percentage and a .579 on base percentage.  In the circle, Gendreau was the ace of the TMHS staff with a 9-6 record and 2.72 ERA.  She was chosen as the team captain and Most Valuable Player in her junior and senior years.

Golfing Mishap Update
A couple weeks back RPC reported on an unfortunate automobile-pedestrian accident that occurred to Danielson’s Ernie Caron while on a golf trip to North Carolina.   Caron underwent surgery and spent three weeks at Duke Medical Center and has since returned to northeastern Connecticut.
According to Obie Hewitt, who was on the trip with Caron, his friend is now at Westview Health Care Center in rehab and is expected to fully recover.  Send him a get well card at 150 Ware Road, Dayville 06241.

From The Annals Of Putnam Sports History
May 1916: Jim Moroney, former Major League pitcher, is now playing for Putnam. (Information contributed by Willie Zamagni)
RPC’s Closing Thought For The Day: “Nice guys finish last.” Leo Durocher

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PARRIS ISLAND, S.C. --- Marine Corps Pvt. Keith M. Scott, a 2012 graduate of H. H. Ellis Technical High School, Killingly,  earned the title of United States Marine after graduating from recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot,.
For 13 weeks, Scott stayed committed during some of the world's most demanding entry-level military training in order to be transformed from civilian to Marine instilled with pride, discipline and the core values of honor, courage and commitment. Training subjects included close-order drill, marksmanship with an M-16A4 rifle, physical fitness, martial arts, swimming, military history, customs and courtesies.
One week prior to graduation, Scott endured The Crucible, a 54-hour final test of recruits' minds and bodies. Upon completion, recruits are presented the Marine Corps emblem and called Marines for the first time.

Returns
Army Spec. Brandi L. Michaud has returned to the U.S. after being deployed overseas at a forward operating base to serve in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Michaud is an automated logistical supply specialist assigned to the 4th Airborne Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. She has served in the military for three years.
She is the daughter of Brian Poirier of South Main Street, Putnam, and Karen Garnier of Laiho Road, Sterling. Her husband, Joseph, is the son of Darla Pigeon of Adelaide Street, Danielson.
Operation Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners.  Active duty and reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. armed forces have been deployed to support the war against global terrorism outside the borders of the United States.  U.S. troops serve in South, Southwest and Central Asia, the Arabian peninsula, the Horn of Africa, islands in the Pacific, and Europe.
     
Returns
 Army Spec. Justin A. Chattell has returned to the U.S. after being deployed overseas at a forward operating base to serve in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
He is the son of Patty Chattell of Voluntown, and Gary Chattell of Central Village. The specialist is a 2005 graduate of Harvard H. Ellis Vocational Technical School, Danielson.
Operation Enduring Freedom is the official name given to anti-terrorism military operations involving U.S. troops and allied coalition partners.  Active duty and reserve component members from all branches of the U.S. armed forces have been deployed to support the war against global terrorism outside the borders of the United States.  U.S. troops serve in South, Southwest and Central Asia, the Arabian peninsula, the Horn of Africa, islands in the Pacific, and Europe.
Chattell is a supply clerk assigned to the 4th Airborne Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. He has served in the military for four years and ten months.

Graduates
 Army National Guard Pvt. Luke R. Hallowell has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.
  Hallowell is the son of Caryn and Jeffery Hallowell of Cutler Hill Road, Woodstock.    He is a 2012 graduate of Woodstock Academy.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
   
 Takes part
 Air Force Reserve Master Sgt. Carey-Ann M. Patterson recently participated in the Patriot Sands exercise.
She is a 1993 graduate of Shepherd Hill Regional High School, Dudley, Mass. She earned an associate's degree in 2009 from Quinsigamond Community College, Worcester, Mass.
Thirty-one Airmen with the 439th Airlift Wing, Westover Air Reserve Base, Mass., flew to MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., for Patriot Sands, a joint agency exercise designed to train Federal Emergency Management Agency personnel, Federal Bureau of Investigation personnel, and Airmen in a contingency response environment.
Patterson is the daughter of Diane Martell of Lake Road, Fiskdale, Mass., and Gary Patterson of Buckley Hill Road, North Grosvenordale, Conn.

Graduates
PARRIS ISLAND, S.C. --- Marine Corps Pfc. Devin J. Weagle, son of James W. and stepson of Angela Weagle of Thompson,  earned the title of United States Marine after graduating from recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot.
Weagle is a 2012 graduate of Tourtellotte Memorial High School of Thompson, Conn.
For 13 weeks, Weagle stayed committed during some of the world's most demanding entry-level military training in order to be transformed from civilian to Marine instilled with pride, discipline and the core values of honor, courage and commitment. Training subjects included close-order drill, marksmanship with an M-16A4 rifle, physical fitness, martial arts, swimming, military history, customs and courtesies.
One week prior to graduation, Weagle endured The Crucible, a 54-hour final test of recruits' minds and bodies. Upon completion, recruits are presented the Marine Corps emblem and called Marines for the first time.