DAYVILLE — Doris (Desaulniers) Larrow, 94, of Upper Maple Street, died Jan. 19, 2024. Born in 1929 in Moosup and a lifelong Killingly resident, she was the daughter of the late Alphonse Desaulniers and Philamena (Chatelle) Desaulniers. She was the wife of the late Eugene J. Larrow Sr. for an amazing 72 years.
Mrs. Larrow worked for William Prym Manufacturing as an assembler for 40 years. After her time at the Prym Mill, Doris was an integral part of the family business, Larrow’s Real Estate, as the secretary for more than 25 years. Doris was always active and enjoyed tending to their fruit and vegetable garden. One of her favorite phrases came from the unofficial Larrow family song, “Side by Side” by Dean Martin, “We’ll be traveling along, singing our song, side by side.” She will now be by the side of her husband who passed in December.
She leaves her sons, “The four good boys,” Eugene Larrow Jr. (Susan) of E. Killingly, Ronald Larrow (Lianne) of Hamden, Randy Larrow (Laureen) of Boiling Spring Lakes, N.C., and Rudy Larrow (Elaine) of Dayville; grandchildren Ashley Paille (Josh), Jeffrey Larrow (Sarah), Stacy Cooper, Gregory Larrow (Christina); six great-grandchildren, Owen, Colin, Gwen, Beaux, Audrey, and Mackenzie.
Relatives are invited to attend a Memorial Mass in Doris and her late husband Eugene’s honor at 11 a.m. Feb. 8 at the Most Holy Trinity Church, Pomfret. Gilman Funeral Home and Crematory, 104 Church St., Putnam.
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Library to host 'End
of Life 101' discussion
POMFRET — Pomfret Public Library will be hosting a series of four presentations and discussions relating to preparing for End of Life in February and March.
Pomfret Public Library has scheduled discussions with experienced end-of-life professionals in hopes that attendees will more fully appreciate the time that they have by preparing well for its end. The free discussion series is sponsored by The Friends of Pomfret Public Library and each session will begin with a light shared meal of ‘Lunch with Friends’ at noon, followed by a presentation and discussion. Please sign up for each session you would like to attend at www.pomfretlibrary.org or 860-928-3475.
The schedule for the series: Feb. 9 - Life and Death with Lisa Creedon, EOLDoula (Lunch with Friends at noon (registration required), Discussion Program 12:30 to 2 p.m.; Feb. 23 - End of Life Legal Concerns with Atty. Leah Schad (Lunch with Friends at noon (registration required), Discussion Program 12:30 to 2 p.m. ; March 1 - Swedish Death Cleaning with Lisa Creedon, EOLDoula (Lunch with Friends at noon (registration required), Discussion Program 12:30 to 2 p.m.; March 15 - Telling Your Story with Nancy Weiss (Lunch with Friends at noon (registration required), Discussion Program 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Also, the library has a selection of related reading materials available to borrow and will discuss a featured title the first Thursday of February, March and April at 3:30 p.m. Book discussion details are available at pomfetlibrary.org and copies of the featured books are either at the library or online. All library programs are free and open to the public; you are welcome to attend as many of the sessions as you wish. Please register for each one at pomfretlibrary.org (860-928-3475); include contact info for notification of any weather-related postponements. www.pomfretlibrary.org.
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Wed. Jan. 17
Exhibit Extended
THOMPSON --- The Thompson Public Library’s Art @ the Library and the Display Case exhibit, the 4th Annual Textile Artists Community Show, has been extended through Jan. 27. Program sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Artists: Alison Boutaugh, Dawn Reynolds, Gail Beausoleil, Hannah Stephens, Paula Coderre, Donna Lynch, Kathleen Herbert, Lynn Landry, Cindy Obert, Claudette Hoffman, Irene Rice, Gail Berthiaume, Linda Kaplan, Dot Casey, Chase Fontaine, Jocelyn Mathewson, Sarah Norcross.
Quilt Exhibit
PUTNAM --- An exhibit by Laura Salo, “The Year Through Quilts,” runs through March 30 at the Corridor Gallery in the Municipal Complex. The show is sponsored by the Putnam Arts Council. PutnamCtArtsCouncil.com.
Thur. Jan. 25
Bird Walk
PLAINFIELD --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present a Plainfield Fish Hatchery Bird Walk at 9 a.m. $10 for CAS members; $20 for nonmembers. Register: 860-928-4948.
Fri. Jan. 26
Lecture
POMFRET --- The Pomfret School will present the Schwartz Public Lecture, “Ndaba Mandela” at 7 p.m. in the Hard Auditorium. Free. All welcome. Register: Pomfret.org/Schwartz.
Sat. Jan. 27
Fund-raiser Concert
POMFRET --- The 32nd Annual Benefit Concert for the N.E. Food Pantries of Access, featuring Howie Bursen and Friends, will be held at 7 p.m. at the Vanilla Bean Café. $25 – every penny buys food. www.accessagency.org.
Sat. Feb. 3
Exhibit
POMFRET --- The Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program’s “Trail wood Reflections,” written and visual works inspired by residencies during the summer of 2023, will hold its opening reception from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Connecticut Audubon Society Center at Pomfret on Day Road. The exhibit runs through March 2. 860-928-4948.
Sat. Feb. 10
Fire and Ice
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Business Association and the Town of Putnam will present Fire and Ice starting at noon around downtown.
Thur. Feb. 22
Bird Walk
PLAINFIELD --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present a Plainfield Fish Hatchery Bird Walk at 9 a.m. $10 for CAS members; $20 for nonmembers. Register: 860-928-4948.
Sat. Feb. 24
Owl Walk
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present an owl walk at 7 p.m. $10 for CAS members; $20 for nonmembers. Register: 860-928-4948.
Sat. March 23
Easter Bunny
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Parks and Recreation Department will present “Greet the Easter Bunny” at 10 a.m. at the Municipal Complex. Recommended for ages 10 and younger. Photos, free chocolate bunnies and the Putnam Little League will offer an Easter Egg Hunt on the lawn (inside in case of inclement weather) for a minimum $3 donation. All proceeds benefit the Putnam Little League.
Sat. April 20
International Day
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Business Association will present International Day.
Sat. May 18
Fairy Fest
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Business Association will present a Fairy and Magic Fest.
Sun. Aug. 11
Pluck a Duck
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Business Association will present Pluck a Duck Aug. 11 and 12.
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On dean’s list
Linsey May Arends of Brooklyn has been named to the University of Rhode Island dean’s list for the fall 2023 semester.
Linsey is a graduate of Woodstock Academy. She is in her sophomore year in marine affairs at the University of Rhode Island. She is the daughter of Jeff and Lisa Arends (f Brooklyn.
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