Elizabeth Ann 'Betty' (Racine) Mayo
PUTNAM — Elizabeth Ann “Betty” (Racine) Mayo, 88, died peacefully and surrounded by her family on May 9, 2025, after a courageous battle with Leukemia. Elizabeth was born Jan. 18, 1937, in Putnam, to Frederick and Leona (Benac) Racine.
Elizabeth was a devoted mother, wife, cherished grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.
Elizabeth worked at Day Kimball Hospital for 25 years as a Registered Nurse in the Labor and Delivery Department. She helped deliver many of her own children’s classmates and extended family during her tenure at DKH. Everyone seemed to appreciate and love Elizabeth because of their experience in her care during childbirth. She was a beacon of love and light to everyone. She also proudly dabbled in other nursing roles working for Dr. Raheb, Dr. Wreschner, The ARC, and Matulaitis Nursing Home.
Elizabeth was a communicant of St. Mary’s Church in Putnam and was a very active volunteer in the church community, including CCD, Lecturer, Eucharistic Minister, Daily Bread Food Pantry and the Circle of Fun Festival.
She enjoyed classical music, opera, knitting, reading, ancestry research, painting, baking, cake decorating, and most of all, spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She leaves her sister Carol Stanfield of Titusville, Fla.; sons Ken of Putnam, Greg (Christine) of Napa, Calif., Chris of Putnam, and Tom (Kristen) of Upton, Mass.; grandchildren Christopher Jr., Michael, Caitlin, Bryce, and Samuel; great-grandchildren Brayden, Tage, and Jonathan James; nephews and her nieces that she affectionately called “her girls”. She also leaves cherished friends including Dr. Charles and Nancy Wreschner, Anne Amberg and Sue Gregoire. She was predeceased by Donald Mayo, her husband of 63 years; grandson Jonathan Trevor; brother Robert Racine and his wife Margaret; brother-in-law Don Stanfield.
The Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be at noon June 20 at St. Mary Church of the Visitation, 218 Providence St., Putnam, with burial to follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Putnam. Following the burial there will be a reception for Betty’s family and friends in the church hall at St. Mary Church of the Visitation. Donations: A local food bank in Betty’s honor. Gilman and Valade Funeral Homes and Crematory, 104 Church St., Putnam.
Richard Morin
POMFRET CENTER — Richard Morin, 77, a cherished father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend, died Dec. 20, 2024, unexpectedly at his family home. He was the loving husband of the late Elizabeth “Betty” Morin (Burke).
Born Oct. 27, 1947, in Putnam, he was the son of the late Raymond and Rita Morin (Laflamme). Known for his warmth, kindness, and sense of humor, Richard brought joy to all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Richard was an avid outdoorsman who found serenity in fishing and hunting. A proud member of The Pomfret Rod and Gun Club for more than 50 years, he valued the camaraderie and shared the love of the outdoors with his father and brother. He helped to organize and run the Kids Fishing Derby at the club which this year marks its 25th year. Richard enjoyed collecting coins, and was also a passionate NASCAR enthusiast, rarely missing a race. He also loved a great steak dinner with his son and friends.
In his early years, Richard worked at his father’s Atlantic Gas Station in Dayville where he developed a strong work ethic and sense of responsibility. He had a love for fast cars owning a Ford Mustang and Mercury Cougar. He later went on to work as a steelworker at Wycoff Steel along with other mill jobs.
His deep love for his wife, Betty, was evident in their many years together, and his loyal beagle, Rosie, was a constant companion.
He leaves his children Timothy Morin, Jill Chartier (Morin), and Laura Aubertine (Morin; grandchildren Kayla Morin, Saige Morin, Caleb Aubertine, Jacob Aubertine, Noah Aubertine, Chelsea Albee (Morin); great-grandchild Lucas Albee; his brother Kevin Morin, and sister Gail Sherman (Morin).
Richard, your love and kindness were the foundation of our lives; may your memory continue to inspire us as we remember the joy you brought into the world.
A graveside service for Richard will be held at 10 a.m. June 14 at South Cemetery, 214 Pomfret St., Pomfret Center. In lieu of flowers, donations to: The Pomfret Rod and Gun Club. Gilman and Valade Funeral Home and Crematory, 104 Church St., Putnam.
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