By Ryan Rumrill

Town Crier Sportswriter

In girls’ basketball Putnam Science Academy announces the addition of its head coach for the new women’s basketball program. Athletic Director and boy's Head Coach Tom Espinosa said the town of Putnam would like to welcome Derek Marchione, who comes to us from the Georgian Court Division 2 NCAA school where he served as the assistant coach. He is the first girls’ basketball coach in program history. He was a three-year assistant coach for Georgian Court, where he looks to bring his vision to what he wants to do with the program and is excited to get things going here at Putnam Science Academy. Espinosa addressed his welcome to coach Marchione, as he believes that Derek is a rising star in the coaching world and he cannot wait to work with him as a team and welcome him to the coaching staff at the Maple Street Campus. Derek is a native of Waterford, N.Y., where he played varsity basketball for two years. Marchione earned his bachelor’s degree in health sciences from Keene State College in 2013, and will working with the admissions at Putnam Science, the same position he was working in at his previous school, Georgian Court. We look forward to seeing what Derek will bring to the school as well as the community, said Espinosa.

Softball 

Killingly 9

Bacon Academy 8

The Killingly Redgals faced off against the Bobcats of Bacon Academy and both teams came out of the game with some hot bats, as for Killingly, Reilly Allen totaled up two doubles, an RBI, and came across to score herself. Morgan Harriott hit a triple for Killingly, who now moved to 4-4 and Kelly Ann Kessler had triple in the game as Kelly went 3-for-3 in the game scoring two runs and batted in three others for Bacon Academy as the Bobcats put three runs on the board In the last inning but came up short moving their record to 1-7.

Tourtellotte 9

Ellis Tech 7

The Tigers and the Eagles faced off in another competitive local rivalry game and was another one for the records. Thompson was led by senior Emily Vincent who finished the game with four hits in the game. Teammate Michaela Godzik also had two hits and had was responsible for three runs batted in as well. With this win for Tourtellotte, the Tigers move to 5-3 on the season, whereas the Eagles with the loss move to a .500 record at 4-4 on the year.  

Kingsford-Oxford 8

Marianapolis 0 

The score doesn’t reflect the game that was played between Kingsford-Oxford and the Lady Knights, because the Knights actually had more hits than the other team, senior Jordan Buell put a great bunt down the third base line and beat out the throw to first.  In the 6th inning some other great hits also came from senior Maddie Bodreau and junior Isabelle Boria, both reaching base with singles, However the defense was always able to catch the lead runner and were unable to produce some runs as they would ground into a couple crucial double plays. Marianapolis now moves to 1-3 on the season. 

 

Cornwall commits

PUTNAM — April 21 Putnam Science Academy guard Jaheam Cornwall committed to play basketball at Gardner Webb next season.

Cornwall has been sensation for the Mustangs since he first stepped foot on the hardwood two years ago. Cornwall has been a starter at the point guard position and has been a huge part of the program’s back-to-back Final Four appearances.

Cornwall’s first year at PSA he led the team with 5 assists per game.  Cornwall also averaged 8 points and shot 45% from three.  This past season he averaged 12 points, 5 assists and again shot 45% from three.  Cornwall left as a starter for the Mustangs with a record of 71-11 in two seasons. 

“Jaheam is just a winner, simply as that,” Putnam Science Head Coach Tom Espinosa said. “You knew what you were getting every day from him, never took a day off. We are going to miss him tremendously here at PSA.” Cornwall’s top three schools included Maine and Wagner but ultimately he felt most at home and comfortable with Gardner Webb. The ability to contribute early either as a start or getting meaningful minutes off the bench as a freshman was also a big part of his decision. Ultimately Cornwall wanted to get away from home to have new experiences and meet new people.

 

 

PUTNAM — Putnam Science Academy and Men’s Basketball Head Coach Tom Espinosa announced that Nate Patenaude of Smithfield, R.I., committed to joining Johnson & Wales University men’s basketball program for the start of the 2017-2018 season. Patenaude, a 6-foot, 4-inch guard, is coming off a post grad season at PSA. He finished this past season averaging 11.5 points per game to go along with 4.5 rebounds and one steal. “I am excited to see someone who has worked as hard as Nate to succeed and to move on to the college level. He was very under rated as a high school player and I believe he will develop into a major factor in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference,” said Espinosa.

 

 

Joan Eileen Kacerik

PUTNAM —  Joan Eileen (Gaudreau) Kacerik, 78, of Putnam died April 21, 2017. 

Joan was born Sept. 8, 1938, in Putnam, daughter of the late Raymond and Marie (Paris) Gaudreau.

Joan was the wife of Stephen Kacerik Jr. for 59 years. Joan and Steve married on Feb. 1, 1958, and shortly after moved to Germany where Steve was stationed in the Army. Joan loved her time spent in Europe, and made many lifelong friends while there. 

They returned to Putnam where they made their home for nearly 60 years. Besides raising a family, Joan worked part-time as a caregiver for local families. Joan had a beautiful spirit inside and out, and brought her fun-loving nature, love of music, and wonderful sense of humor to those around her. She will be remembered for her warmth, kindness, and consistent support for all those she loved.

In addition to her husband, she leaves: Christine Beausoleil (Michael), Stephen Kacerik III, and John Kacerik (Amy), all of Pomfret Center; and Mark Kacerik (Mary Claire) of Oxford, CT.; grandchildren Megan (David) Haggett, Laura Beausoleil, Thomas, Nathan, and Joshua Kacerik, Victoria and Emily Kacerik, Jackson, Jude and Olivia Kacerik; and great-grandchildren Alexia, Damien, Camden and Kinsley; sister Sandra (Richard) Dery of Putnam, and her lifelong friend and “third sister” Pauline Miller. She was predeceased by her sister Linda Hardell.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. April 29 in St. Mary Church of the Visitation, Putnam. Donations: Day Kimball Hospital Oncology Department, P.O. Box 632, Putnam, CT 06260. Gilman and Valade Funeral Home & Crematory.

 

Beatrice M. Dowell

DAYVILLE — Beatrice M. Dowell, “Grandma Bea,” 91, died April 15, 2017, at Westview Healthcare Center.

She was born on Feb. 1, 1926, in Lincoln, R.I., to Herbert and Ethel (Barraclough) Whitehead. She attended school in Lincoln and graduated from Kenyon’s Business School in 1944. On June 28, 1947, she married her one true love, George H. Dowell, a WWII USMC veteran. They moved to Putnam, where she worked at Belding-Heminway in data processing from that time until they started their family.

She leaves her husband, George; daughter Linda E. Dowell of Gardiner, Maine, daughter Janet (John) Richmond of Woodstock, son Michael (Sandra) Dowell of Monterrey, Texas; four granddaughters, Jillian (William) Richmond Petrides, Julia Richmond (Brian Sullivan), Joy Richmond (Jonathan Bergstrom) and Erin Dowell (Thomas John Liddle); as well as great-grandson Benjamin Petrides; brother-in-law William Dowell; nieces Geraldine (Frank) Faber and Patricia (Richard) Merrill, great-nieces, great-nephew, and great-great nieces and nephew. She was predeceased by her parents and her sister Clara Whitehead and brother J. William Whitehead.

Bea walked the walk of faith as a living example of Micah 6:8 – acting justly and loving mercy and walking humbly with God. 

The Funeral will be at 11 a.m. May 6 at Smith and Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove St., Putnam with visitation from 10 to 11 a.m. Donate blood to local blood bank or make monetary donations to Congregational Church of Putnam, P. O. Box 463 Putnam, CT 06260.

 

Adelynn Nagel

WOODSTOCK — Adelynn “Addie”  Marie Nagel, 4, of Woodstock, died unexpectedly on April 17, 2017, at home.

Addie was born on May 17, 2012, in Putnam, at a healthy and perfect 6 pounds, 3 ounces. The daughter of Timothy and Virginia (Parker) Nagel who instantly loved her. At eight months old Addie was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder called Cri du Chat Syndrome which doctors said she most likely would never walk or talk and would be severely developmentally delayed. Addie began making great strides and was determined to catch her siblings running around her. She would follow mommy and daddy around by scooching on her bum and she got fast. What Addie couldn’t say with words, she would with her amazing smile and touch. Hand to cheek was her “I Love You”. Addie began taking steps in her gait trainer and she was determined to fight the odds. She was a great example of true light and strength.

She leaves her parents Timothy and Virginia Nagel; her five siblings Emma, Elijah, Kaleb, Hannah and Amelia;  grandparents Ray and Denise Nagel and Mark and Natalie Parker; great-grandparents Olivia and Shirley Coutu and Sara Parker; aunts; uncles and cousins. 

A Memorial Service was April 23 at the Woodstock Evangelical Covenant Church, Woodstock, CT 06281. Donations to 5p Society PO Box 268, Lakewood, CA 90713 or www.5P-Society/AdelynnNagelMemorialDonations.com. Smith and Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove St., Putnam.

 

Janine Bissonnette

DANIELSON — Janine Maryrose Marceau Bissonnette, 90, of Danielson, died April 16, 2017, in Cape Girardeau, Mo. She was the wife of Leo Joseph Bissonnette. They were married Aug. 8, 1981, in St. James Catholic Church, Danielson, and enjoyed 33 years of marriage before he died Nov. 23, 2014. Janine was born June 14, 1926, in Walden Vt., one of 10 children of the late Joseph and Laura Dumas Marceau.. 

Janine grew up on the family farm in Vermont where her mother taught her the art of sewing. In 1943 at the age of 17 Janine became the Lead Seamstress for a textile company making military uniforms. She later worked at Plastic Wire and Cable in Jewett City, American Thermos Bottling Company in Norwich, and Pervel Industries in Plainfield, retiring in 1984. Janine was a hardworking, gifted, and talented lady. In addition to being an accomplished seamstress, she enjoyed knitting, crocheting, creating flower arrangements, designing elaborate wedding cakes, and designing stunning doll clothing. She was a very religious lady and was a faithful member of St. James Church.

She leaves two sons, Philip Snurkowski of Danielson, Michael Snurkowski (Carol) of Chunchula, AL; two daughters, Kathleen Majchier (Vincent) of N. Franklin, and Laura Hinkebein (Kenneth) of Jackson, Mo.; seven grandchildren, Susan Hermonot, Jennifer Alves, Alena Majchier, Jennifer Hinkebein, Stacey Meinhart, Michelle Smith, and Nicole Arwood; 10 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Albert Marceau of South Carolina. In addition to her husband Leo, she was predeceased by her first husband, Alexander H. Snurkowski on Sept. 14, 1974; and eight siblings, Ovilla “Pete”, Paul, Frank, Ralph, and Robert Marceau, Margaret Jackson, Yvonne Messier, and Aldea Labree.

Visitation is from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. April 29 at Gagnon and Costello Funeral Home, 33 Reynolds St., Danielson, followed by A Mass of Christian Burial at 11 at St. James Church, 12 Franklin St., Danielson, with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Danielson. Donations: St. James Church. 

 

Marion M. Langlois

DANIELSON — Marion M. Langlois, 93, of Danielson, died Jan. 15, 2017, in Danielson.  She was the wife of the late Theodore I. Langlois.  Born in 1924 in Putnam, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Hazel (Marlow) King. 

Marion Langlois was a lifelong office clerk for Bugbee’s Department Store in Putnam.   Prior to retirement, she had also worked for Gil’s Shoe Barn in Danielson.

She leaves her daughter-in-law, Susan Rich; granddaughter, Tammy Hollingworth; three great-granddaughters, Katie Hollingworth, Kelly Hollingworth, and Rachel Hollingworth; four nieces, Margaret Purdon, Joanne Joslin, Heidi Gregory, and Judy White.  She was predeceased by her son Wayne Rich.

Visitation is at 9 a.m. May 5 in the   Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St. Putnam, with a Funeral Service at 10 in the funeral home.  Burial in Elmvale Cemetery.  Donations: Congregational Church of Putnam, PO Box 463, Putnam, CT 06260.  

 

Daniel McClellan Sr.

DANIELSON — Daniel G. McClellan Sr., 75, of Richard St., died April 20, 2017.  He was the husband of Pauline A. (Mandeville) McClellan.  Born in 1941 in Marienville, Penn., he was the son of the late Francis and Dorothy (Landis) McClellan.

Mr. McClellan worked for many years as a security guard at the Brooks Pharmacy warehouse. He also worked at Anchor Glass for nine years.

Dan enjoyed playing golf, bowling, traveling, going to the movies, planting flowers and spending time at the beach in Florida where he lived for many years with his wife Pauline. Dan was a very kind hearted gentle person.

He leaves his wife Pauline; a son Edward McClellan (Kelly) of Danielson; two daughters Lorie Michaud (Steve) and Angela McClellan both of Pennsylvania; four stepsons Michael Durand (Sandi) of Woodstock, Gary Durand (Kim) of Thompson, Dennis Durand (Shea) of Brooklyn, and Donald Durand of Pomfret; a stepdaughter Renee Turski (Joe) of Danielson; two sisters Earla Lewis and Marilyn Varassa both of Pennsylvania; 17 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son Daniel McClellan; a brother Bud McClellan; and three sisters Gail McClellan, Louise Yakavich, and Alice Avenelli. 

A Celebration of Dan’s Life will be from 4 to 7 p.m. April 27 at the Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam, with a Memorial Service in the funeral home at 6:30.

 

Diane E. Verraneault

PUTNAM — Diane E. (Mrozinski) Verraneault, 53, of High St., died April 12, 2017, in Hartford Hospital. Born in 1963 in Webster, she was the daughter of Donald Mrozinski and the late Kathleen Mrozinski. Diane worked as a housekeeper for the Daughters of the Holy Spirit in Putnam and for the Rectory School in Pomfret.  She loved to draw and paint. 

In addition to her father, she leaves her sons, Edward A. Verraneault of Putnam, and Joseph Carmichael of Plainfield; grandson, Eddie A. Verraneault; and her best friend, Kathy Clinton.  Services are private. Gilman and Valade Funeral Homes & Crematory, 104 Church St., Putnam.

 

Robert Kelly

THOMPSON — Robert Kelly, 61, of Thompson, died unexpectedly April 19, 2017, at home. Robert was born in Webster, son of the late Charles and the late Norma (Darling) Kelly.  Bobby was a bus driver for many years before retiring . He loved watching sports on TV and making friendly wagers with his brother Randy who would call him daily. Bobby was home bound he enjoyed daily calls from his extended family of nieces and nephews .

He leaves one brother: Randall Kelly  (Maura) of Ridgeway, S.C.,; his long time companion, Lucille Mandeville with whom he made his home; nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his brother, Ronald Kelly and  sisters  Linda Elliott and Kathy Marier. The funeral was April 22 at Bartel Funeral Home & Chapel, Dudley with burial in Corbin Cemetery, Dudley .

 

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