Maureen M. Miners
WINDHAM — Maureen M. (Castin) Miners, 79, formerly of Roseland Park Road, Woodstock, died Oct. 23, 2022, at St. Joseph Living Center. Born in July 1943 in Long Branch, N.J., she was the daughter of the late Moore and Martha (Tucker) Castin.
Maureen was well-known in the community for her career in real estate, dating back to the late 1970s. She founded The Beeches Real Estate in South Woodstock in the mid-‘80s, which she owned for more than 35 years. Maureen was dedicated to her profession and committed to serving her clientele. At one time she was also the director of the ski school at the legendary O Ho Ho Ski Area.
Maureen was a long standing volunteer with the Benson-Flugel American Legion Post 111 at its Woodstock Fair concession booth on Labor Day weekends. She was also a parishioner of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Pomfret.
She leaves her daughter, Kimberly A. Steirer (Jeffrey) of Northampton, Penn.; granddaughter, Emma Steirer and her fiancé, Matthew; grandson Will Steirer; and her son, William J. Miners III (Andrea) of Madison, N.H. She was predeceased by her two sisters, Florence Donahue and June Castin.
Funeral arrangements are private. Donations: Benson-Flugel American Legion Post #111, P.O. Box 68, Woodstock, CT 06281; or Most Holy Trinity Church, P.O. Box 235, Pomfret, CT 06259. Gilman Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Church St., Putnam.
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Wed. Nov. 2
Art Exhibit/Sale
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center, Day Road, will present “Nature’s Colors – Art by Judy Doyle” exhibition and sale through Nov. 10.
Art Exhibit
THOMPSON --- The Friends of the Thompson Public Library will present, in its Art @ the Library series, “The Luminous Spiral of the Celestial Sun,” by Sarah Anderson through Nov. 21.A reception will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7. In the Display Case for November: “Researching Thompson History” by The Thompson Historical Society. 860-923-9779.
Sat. Nov. 5
Fall Fling
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Education Foundation will hold its Fall Fling fund-raiser from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Mansion at Bald Hill. Tickets: woodstockeducationfoundation.org.
Bobcat Program
POMFRET --- Paul Colburn, a master wildlife conservationist, will speak about bobcats at 2 p.m. at The Connecticut Audubon Society (CAS) Center at Pomfret on Day Road. $5 for CAS members; $10 for nonmembers and no charge for children 12 and younger. 860-928-4948.
Writers Series
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Library Author Series continues this fall at the Putnam Public Library. From 1 to 2:30 p.m. debut novelist Susanne Davis, from northeast Connecticut, will be the Author Series’ featured reader. The Putnam Library Author Series will continue in April and May, 2023. Open to all.
Holly Fair
E. WOODSTOCK --- The East Woodstock Congregational Church will hold its annual Holly Fair starting at 10 a.m.
Thur. Nov. 10
Fund-raiser
PUTNAM --- The American Legion Post 13 will hold its Veterans Tribute & Guest Bartending Night from 5 to 9 p.m. at Marley’s Pub at the Black Dog Bar & Grille. Benefits the legion’s youth programs and veterans.
Sat. Nov. 12
Historical Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Historical Society will present “The Last Green Valley Notables & Notorious” by Bill Reid, TLGV chief ranger, at 10 a.m. at the Pomfret Community & Senior Center on Rt. 44. Free. More info on the town’s website.
Yuletide Festival
PUTNAM --- The Daughters of Isabella Yuletide Festival will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the St. Mary Church Hall. 860-928-5014.
Toy Collection
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Volunteer Fire Association will hold its 17th annual Toy collection from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the firehouse on Rt. 169 and at the Community Fire company on Riverside Drive in Thompson.
Dueling Pianos
THOMPSON --- Foxwoods Resort Casino will present Dueling Pianos at 7 p.m. at the Raceway Restaurant & Banquet Hall. Benefits Day Kimball Healthcare At Home. daykimball.org/pianos.
Sun. Nov. 13
Concert
CHEPACHET --- The Music at the Meeting House concert series at Chepachet Baptist Church on Rt. 44 will present “75th anniversary of the end of WWII Commemoration” at 2:30 p.m. No charge but a freewill donation would be appreciated. Refreshments. www.chepachetbaptist.org.
Thur. Nov. 24
Thanksgiving Dinner
PUTNAM --- The 9th annual Free Thanksgiving Dinner will be offered for those less fortunate from noon to 2 p.m. at the Putnam Elks Club on Emond Street. Donations welcome. RSVP by Nov. 17:860-928-3901 between 3 and 8 p.m.
Fri. Nov. 25
Santa’s Coming
PUTNAM --- Santa will light up Putnam at 4 p.m. at the Big Ornament at Rotary Park. WINY Radio will have a live broadcast and will supply the hot chocolate.
Wed. Nov. 30
Blood Drive
PUTNAM --- The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hale YMCA Youth and Family Center. 1-800-RED CROSS.
Sun. Dec. 4
Dazzle Light Parade
PUTNAM --- The Dazzle Light Parade will kick off at 5 p.m. from Grove Street and wind its way through downtown.
Santa Breakfast
PUTNAM --- The albert J. Breault VFW Post 1523 will hold a Christmas Breakfast with Mrs. Claus fund-raiser from 8 to 11 a.m. at the post. $10 per person; $5 for 60 and older and veterans and kids under 11 admitted free. Gift Drive for TEEG.
Concert
CHEPACHET --- The Music at the Meeting House concert series at Chepachet Baptist Church on Rt. 44 will present “An American Christmas” at 2:30 p.m. No charge but a freewill donation would be appreciated. Refreshments. www.chepachetbaptist.org.
Sat. Dec. 10
Bazaar
THOMPSON --- Thompson Recreation will present the Snowflake Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the TMHS Auditorium. Admission is a nonperishable for TEEG’s Food Pantry.
Holiday Bazaar
PUTNAM --- The Hale YMCA Youth and Family Center will hold a Holiday Bazaar from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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DAYVILLE — Sandra Kirca, RN has earned the August Employee of the Month award for Country Living at Westview Commons. She is the nurse supervisor of Westview Commons’ Assisted Living Services Agency.
She started at Westview Health Care Center in August of 2019. In April of 2021, as Westview Commons’ assisted living services expanded in capability and demand, she became nurse supervisor of Westview Commons’ Assisted Living Services.
She began her professional path as a Certified Nursing Assistant in another skilled nursing facility, and while working there, she pursued a degree as a Registered Nurse from the Community College of Rhode Island; graduating in 2001.
She lives in Killingly with her German Shepherds. She and her two sons, Jeremy and Seth, share strong bonds together. She also cherishes her sister and brothers.
She enjoys playing disc golf, card games, and pool—particularly, in competitive pool tournaments that have provided her with the chance to travel all across the U.S.
She reads fictional murder-mystery novels, and delights in acrylic painting and household do-it-yourself projects like refurbishing furniture. She is fan of the Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Steelers.
Country Living at Westview Commons’ Executive Vice President David T. Panteleakos said: “Sandy offers a tremendous resource to our residents here as our Assisted Living Services Nurse Supervisor with years of experience in senior care settings. Our residents are well considered and cared for by our leadership team, and I am very appreciative of Sandy’s thoughtful insights during our discussions.”
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At Roseland Park
Edel Paton, left, and Zoe Parton at Roseland
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