Michael LaPorte,

Vietnam war vet

THOMPSON— Michael H. LaPorte, 61, died Nov. 14, 2016, in Day Kimball Hospital, Putnam, after a short illness.

He was born in Putnam and raised in the N. Grosvenordale, a son of the late Lionel “Pete” LaPorte. He graduated from Tourtellotte Memorial High School in 1973. He then earned an associate’s degree at Three Rivers College in Norwich.

Mr. LaPorte was an Air Force veteran of the Vietnam conflict.

He worked as a safety and environmental engineer all his life. He was employed by American Standard in Plainfield, Anchor Glass in Danielson, Federal Paper Board and Cascades Boxboard Group, both in Sprague, and currently at ReEnergy in Sterling. He enjoyed outdoor activities: hunting, fishing and camping. He could fix or build any and every thing: he did it all. He liked to do things for others. He was an ardent fan of both the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots. He supported his Second Amendment rights. 

He leaves his wife of 15 years, Diane M. (Oloff) LaPorte; a son, Mathew Hanlon (Caitlin) of Sanford, Maine; a daughter, Deana Perez and her partner Eric Belske and their son Isaac Belske, all of Putnam; an honorary son, Danny Perez of Thompson; his mother, Anita (Chausse) Richardson of Danielson; a brother, Kenneth LaPorte of Attawaugan; three sisters,  Jacqueline Hoenig of Danielson, Catherine Boulais (James)  of S. Windsor, and Karen Keith (bill) of Elizabethtown, Ky.; a brother-in-law, Henry Oloff Jr. (Wendy) of Spartanburg, S.C.; two sisters-in-law, Betty Oloff Gertsch (Mike) of Griswold, and Annmarie Oloff Chisholm of Thompson.

Donations: NRA Foundation, PO Box 1546, Merrifield, VA 22116-9851 (nrafoundation.org). Scanlon Funeral Service, Webster.

 

Clarence Standrowicz,

WWII vet

WEBSTER — Clarence Leo Standrowicz, 90, of Webster, died Nov. 17, 2016, at Lanessa Extended Care in Webster.

He was the husband of the late, Emily (Pattee) Standrowicz, who died Sept. 26, 2006.  

He was born in Webster, son of the late Peter and Beatrice (Forand) Standrowicz and lived in Webster all his life.  He was a WWII, U.S. Navy veteran and was a retired mail carrier, having worked for many years for the United States Postal Service in Webster.

 He was a member of the American Legion and the National Letter Carriers Association.  He enjoyed playing golf and cards. 

Dad started his family with Emily on Slater Street beginning two decades creating his greatest legacy. They then moved to Negus Street and created a homestead overflowing with children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  He was planted firmly in Webster for 90 years.   The homestead became the neighborhood playground where all were welcomed. He carried a picture of his family to show off whenever he was given the chance.  The picture became tattered but he carried it nonetheless. 

He leaves six sons, Peter Standrowicz (Jane) of Oxford, Mass., Paul Standrowicz (Nancy) of N. Grosvenordale, Stephen Standrowicz (Patty) of Ellicott City, Md., James Standrowicz of Webster, Martin Standrowicz (Carleen) of N. Brookfield, Alan Standrowicz (Julie) of Millbury, Mass.; five daughters, Mary Zajac of Woodstock, Anne Sutton and her partner Dave of New London, Janet Richardson of Millbury, Jean Standrowicz of Webster, Laura Standrowicz and her partner Terry of Texas; 15 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.  He was predeceased by a daughter. Martha Standrowicz of Webster, and by a sister, Helene Standrowicz.

The funeral, with military honors, was Nov. 21 at Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, Webster, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Louis Church, Webster. Burial was in Sacred Heart of Jesus Cemetery, Webster.  Donations: Webster-Dudley Veterans Council, Veteran’s Way, Webster, MA 01570

 

Roy LeFort,

Air Force vet

QUINEBAUG — Roy William LeFort, 82, died Nov. 17, 2016.  He was the husband of 53 years to Louise Ann (Gove) LeFort.   

Roy was born on May 25, 1934, in Worcester, to August and Emma (Moser) LeFort.   He served in the Air Force, honorable discharged on July 31, 1956.  He worked for United Technologies ( Pratt & Whitney) for 31 years. He was a devoted member of 50 years to St. Stephen’s Church in Quinebaug.  He was a lecturer, CCD teacher and was involved in numerous church activities.  

He leaves three children, sons,  Jeffrey William LeFort of Quinebaug, Edward Elliot LeFort (Judy (Kestigan) LeFort) of Charlton; and daughter, Vicki Maria Catherine LeFort of Millbury, Mass.; six grandchildren, Cal, Sarah, Rachel, Ashley,  Jeremy LeFort and Clayton Riel; a sister Eleanor Cronin. He was predeceased by four siblings; brother/sister in laws. 

A Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Nov. 26 in St. Stephen’s Church, corner of routes 131 and 197. Bartel Funeral Home & Chapel, Dudley.

 

Mary Ellen Morrarty

DANIELSON — Mary Ellen (Chase) Morrarty, 78, formerly of Drown Rd., Pomfret Center, died Nov. 16, 2016, in Davis Place.  She was the wife of the late George R. Morrarty.  

Born in 1938 in Putnam, she was the daughter of the late Ellsworth and Florence Chase.

Mrs. Morrarty worked as administrative assistant for EastConn. She enjoyed gardening, and antique engine shows. 

She leaves her daughters, Beth Laney of Voluntown, and Susanne Cristofori of Daytona Beach, Fla.; her son Sean Cristofori of Pomfret Center; brother, Ellsworth Chase of Pomfret; sister Priscilla Babbitt of Norwich; grandchildren, Alexander Cristofori, Mitchell Cristofori, Blake Laney, Nicole Cristofori, Chase Cristofori; and three great-grandchildren.  She is predeceased by her son, Mark Cristofori.

Burial was in Abington Cemetery. Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam.

 

Helen Deloge

DANIELSON — Helen (Schap) Deloge, 89, of Danielson died Nov. 8, 2016, at Westview Health Center in Dayville. Wife of Omer Deloge, they were married Sept. 25, 1948, at St. James Church in Danielson. He died April 14, 1977. She was born Sept. 8, 1927, in West Warren, Mass., daughter of John and Julia (Zajac) Schap. 

She moved to Danielson as a young child and attended St. James School and Killingly High School. She was employed at William Prym Company in Dayville, Moldex Inc. in Putnam, Quality Homemaker in Plainfield and was a member of Killingly Grange 112. She enjoyed crafts, crocheting and reading. 

She leaves her daughters Linda Lippe of New Mexico and Elaine Southward of Wisconsin; granddaughters Kara Lippe of Massachusetts and Nicole Southward of Wisconsin; two great-grandchildren of Wisconsin; her sister, Mildred Daigneault of Brooklyn. She was predeceased by brothers Rudolph Schap and Stanley Schap and sisters Stasia Zadora and Wanda LaBrec.  

Gagnon and Costello Funeral Home, 33 Reynolds St., Danielson.

 

Beverly T. Swanson

DAYVILLE — Beverly T. Swanson, 73, of Dayville died unexpectedly Nov. 7, 2016, at Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam. She was the wife of Dennis Swanson. They were married Oct. 4, 1959. 

She was born July 23, 1943, in Providence, to Joseph and Emilia (Gaudette) Tremblay.

She would help all who were in need. Beverly had great love for all children. She enjoyed family barbeques poolside in the summer. 

She leaves her husband of 57 years Dennis; children Donald Swanson (Sheila) of Dayville, Michael Swanson (Jackie) of California, Clifford Swanson of Nebraska; siblings Shirley Hart of Wauregan, Roger Tremblay (Sharon) of Brooklyn, Cindy Fechner of Nebraska; grandchildren Lisa Roy, Jennifer Anderson, Amanda Adams, Kaylee Swanson, Dillon Swanson, Christine Zylstra, Danny Swanson, Jeremy Swanson, Courtney Dickes. She was predeceased by a son Johnny Ray Swanson and siblings Gloria Buss, Barbara Mariotti and Leo Tremblay.

The Service was Nov. 18 at Gagnon and Costello Funeral Home, 33 Reynolds St., Danielson, with burial in Westfield Cemetery, Danielson. Donations: Team Katalina GoFundMe. Katalina Litchfield is a close friend and honorary grandchild to Beverly. Katalina suffers from a rare immunodeficiency disorder that incurs devastating medical expenses for her family. Donations can be made at gofundme.com/s9svc2k. 

 

Constance Rosenlund

DAYVILLE — Constance “Connie” J. Rosenlund, 94, formerly of Putnam, died Nov. 15, 2016, at Westview Nursing Care in Dayville. Connie was known as “the Queen.” 

Connie felt blessed to have had the opportunity to stay home, raising their two children. Once they were grown she spent the next 25 years working in the Museum Education Department at Old Sturbridge Village, Sturbridge. Connie truly enjoyed spending time, working with and teaching students with special needs. Upon her retirement she volunteered for many years in the Pastoral Care Department at Day Kimball Hospital, Putnam, CT. She was an active member of the First Congregational Church of Woodstock for more than 40 years. They both found great pleasure in traveling, especially cruising. Connie was known as a gracious hostess and she and Warren frequently entertained. They were enthusiastic bridge players, participating in many local bridge clubs. She was also a loyal UConn women’s basketball fan. 

She leaves her daughter Pamela Rosenlund; daughter-in-law Kathryn Rogals; granddaughter Beth Cavan (Doug Goumas) and children; nieces and nephews. She had many special friends including “daughters” Maura Burke, Chris Burton and Elaine Stern. Connie was predeceased by her husband of 65 years, Warren O. Rosenlund; brother Peter Gaillardet and son Paul E. V. Rosenlund. 

A memorial service celebrating her life will be at 11 a.m. Dec. 10 at the First Congregational Church of Woodstock on Rt. 169. Donations: First Congregational Church of Woodstock, P.O. Box 147, Woodstock, CT 06281. Smith and Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove St., Putnam.

 

Frank R. Simoni

WOODSTOCK — Frank R. Simoni, 95, of Woodstock Meadows, died Nov. 20, 2016, in Matulaitis Nursing Home after a long illness. He was the husband of Patricia (Pianalto) Simoni for 45 years. Born in 1921 in Terni, Italy, he was the son of the late Virgilio and Anna (Romaldini) Simoni. 

He studied at the Society of St. Paul Seminary in Rome and served as a priest in Rome, Ireland, and Jefferson City, Mo. After receiving his dispensation from the church, he owned and operated a printing shop in Rock Hill. Later, Frank was a professor for the National Lewis University in St. Louis, as well as several other colleges and universities.  He was a member of the Knight of Columbus.

In addition to his wife, he leaves his sons, Mario Simoni of Terre Haute, Ind., Lucio Simoni of St. Charles, Mo.; his daughter, Melita Monahan of Woodstock; seven grandchildren; Kiara, Patrick, Tristan, Elisa, Luca, Kyle and Niccolo. 

Visitation is from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Nov. 26 in Gilman Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Church St., Putnam, with a Funeral Mass of Christian Burial at noon in St. Mary Church of the Visitation, Putnam. Burial will be private. A Memorial Service will be held in St. Louis at a time to be announced. Donations: Matulaitis Nursing Home, 10 Thurber Rd., Putnam, CT 06260.

 

Howard A. Budd

EASTFORD --- Howard A. Budd, 49, went to meet his Savior Nov. 10, 2016, after a battle with cancer. 

He was born Jan. 12, 1967, and worked at Bowen's Garage of Eastford. He was a member of the Eastford Baptist Church. 

He leaves his wife, Jacquelin (Buell); and three children: Rachael of Woodstock, Julia of Woodstock and John Hayden of Eastford; brothers and a sister and in-laws, his mother and nieces and nephews.  

 

Dezeray R. Cabana

WORCESTER — Dezeray Renee Cabana, 27, of Lund St., died Nov. 14, 2016, in UMass Medical Center.  Born in 1989 in Worcester, she was the daughter of Kimberly Renee Houle of Thompson.

Ms. Cabana worked as a Certified Nurse’s Assistant at Notre Dame Healthcare in Worcester. 

Ms. Cabana enjoyed singing, dancing and attending services at the Church of Pentecost in Worcester

She leaves her mother Kimberly Renee Houle of Thompson; her step father Robert James Jackson of Worcester; a son Jayvien Jose De Los Santos of Thompson; her brother Robert James Jackson Jr. of Thompson; maternal grandfather Armand W.J. Houle of Southbridge.  She was predeceased by her paternal grandparents William and Margaret Cabana and maternal grandmother Marcella Marie Houle.

Visitation is from 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 29 in the Valade Funeral Home, 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale. Donations: www.gofundme.com/DezerayCabana/donate.com for the care of her son Jayvien. 

 

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