Linda L. (Lostocco) Verardi, 97, of Bristol, widow of Gino Verardi, passed away peacefully on Monday (February 4, 2019) at Ingraham Manor.

Linda was born in Lenola, Province of Latina, Italy on December 16, 1921 and was a daughter of the late Antonio and Fortunata (Morocco) Lostocco.  Raised in Italy, she came to Bristol in 1956 and worked for Superior Electric and has enjoyed 38 years of retirement.

She enjoyed shopping at local stores with her grandchildren and interacting with the salespeople.  She loved spending time with her family, cooking and hosting Sunday dinners and many other gatherings.

Linda is survived by a son and daughter-in-law: Joseph and Linda Verardi of Bristol; a daughter and son-in-law: Gina and Robert Kasper of Bristol; six grandchildren and spouses: Joseph and Brenda Verardi, Ann Marie and Jay Pahl, Karen and Juan Quintero, Joseph and Amanda Kasper, Laura and Alex Cortez, and Karla Jeon; 18 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by a son, Anthony Verardi, her siblings: Armando and Alfredo Lostocco, Celeste Leone, and a beloved grandson, Thomas Verardi.

The family thanks the staff at Ingraham Manor for their loving care of Linda.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday (February 9, 2019) at 10 AM directly at St. Gregory Church, 235 Maltby Street, Bristol.  Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bristol.  There are no calling hours.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 200 Executive Boulevard, Southington, CT 06489-1052.  Funk Funeral Home, 35 Bellevue Ave., Bristol is in care of arrangements.

Please visit Linda’s memorial web-site at www.FunkFuneralHome.com.

Teresa “Terry” Morocco Barton, 92, of Bristol, CT, died peacefully, February 1, 2019, with family by her side, in her home in Bristol.   Born September 10, 1926, she was the daughter of Alfred Morocco (originally of Lenola, Italy) and Pasqualine Battista Morocco.   She was pre-deceased by her husband of 49 years, Stanley “Buzz” Barton, and her grandson Sean Barton.

Terry attended Bristol schools, and after graduating high school, attended St. Joseph College (now, the University of St. Joseph) in West Hartford, where she graduated with her Bachelor’s degree in English, class of ‘47.  In 1971, she returned to, and completed her Master’s degree in Special Education, at the University of St. Joseph, and, even later, completed her Sixth-Year Program degree in Special Education at CCSU.

Terry’s love of English led her in two directions.  She was a reporter for The Hartford Times and The Waterbury Republican, and then taught at St. Joseph School, followed by 20 years of teaching Special Ed at South Side School (both in Bristol).  She retired in 1997.

Fiercely independent and always active, Terry then became a lecturer for a number of years at Tunxis Community College, and also led many workshops.  Additionally, she volunteered her time to teach seniors how to use computers at the Bristol Senior Center.  Not ever one to leave her writing too far behind, she wrote many wonderful and interesting articles for The Farmington Valley Post.  Whenever there was an opportunity, Terry would take another class, attend a lecture, or take specialized courses, such as the Master Gardener’s Program at UCONN.  Terry not only believed in lifelong learning, but lived it, even as recently as a few months ago when she took up learning to play the Ukulele.

Terry believed firmly in community service, serving on boards and commissions her entire life, including three that she regretfully had to resign from this past December, when she became ill.   The boards she served on over the years included: BART – the Bristol Area Retired Teachers (President);   ARTC – Association of Retired Teachers of Connecticut (Board Chair);   ARTC – Glenn Moon Scholarship Fund (Co-Chair);   Advocates for Bristol Seniors, Inc.;   Bristol Senior Center – Commission on Aging;   City of Bristol Transportation Committee;   City of Bristol Board of Library Directors;  Past President of The Chapman Beach Association;  Guild of the Blessed Sacrament;  and PACTAC – Plainville Area Cable Television Advisory Council. Terry has always volunteered at each of the churches she has been a member of,  and used every opportunity she had to help make other people’s lives better.  Additionally, Terry was very active with her alma mater.   She was a member of the Golden Dome Society and the Saint Catherine Society, was a Class Agent, served on reunion committees throughout the years, and was a member of the Bristol Club. In 2018, Terry established The Stanley & Teresa Morocco Barton Endowed Scholarship at the University of St. Joseph.

As well as theatre, museums and other interesting and educational activities, Terry was fortunate to travel to many countries and many parts of the US.   Her summers, though, had become her favorite time of the year, because she spent them at her cottage in Westbrook, where the family has summered for the past 70 years.  She often hosted her colleagues at the various organizations for lunch outings in Westbrook, helping to fulfill her love of entertaining and cooking.

She enjoyed simple things, like working in her gardens, spending time with her children and grandchildren, collecting sea glass on the beach, and merely sitting somewhere quiet, reading another book.

Terry is survived by her sister, Marianne Grace, and three generations of children:

Her five children, Christopher Barton (Burlington), Jan St. George (Southington), Michael Barton & his wife Elizabeth (Hartford), Peter Barton and his wife Cheri (Bristol), and Andrew Barton and his wife Mary (Bristol); her eight grandchildren, Jennifer (Barton) Kelleher and her husband Christopher (Forest Hill, MD),  Nicholas Barton (New Britain), Alexander Barton (Hartford), Catherine Barton (Santa Monica, CA), Becky St. George and Marc St. George (Southington), Taylor Barton and Angela Barton (Bristol); and, her two great grandchildren, Landon Kelleher and Parks Kelleher (Forest Hill, MD).

A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, at St. Gregory the Great Church, 235 Maltby St., Bristol, CT.   Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, 151 Farmington Ave., Plainville, CT.

Calling hours are Wednesday from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the O’Brien Funeral Home, 24 Lincoln Ave., Forestville.

Should you wish to make a contribution in Terry’s name in lieu of flowers, the organizations that she supported included Food For the Poor; St. Jude’s Children Hospital; Journey Home, Inc. in Hartford; and the University of St. Joseph in West Hartford.

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Margaret “Peggy” Greco, 77, of Bristol, lived a full life and passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday February 6, 2019 surrounded by her family and friends.

Peggy was born in Hartford, CT on February 23, 1941, the daughter of the late Vincent and Catherine Walsh. She moved to Bristol in 1969 and retired from Bristol Hospital.

She is survived by her children and their spouses, Deb and Steve Oliver, Joe Greco, Laurie and Jeff Pratt, Jim Greco and Patti and Scott May; her grandchildren Justin, Joshua, Nicole, Sabrina, Kayla, Nick, Katelyn and Brianna; her sister Kathy Locario; her lifelong friend Jean Cormier and her daughter-in-law Kathleen Greco-Murray.

Calling hours will be held on Sunday February 10, 2019 from 3 PM until 6 PM at O’Brien Funeral Home, 24 Lincoln Ave., Forestville/Bristol. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated directly at St. Gregory The Great Church, Maltby St. Bristol on Monday at 10:30 AM. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105 or www.stjude.org

To leave an online condolence or to share a memory or a photo, please visit Peggy’s memorial web page at www.OBrien-FuneralHome.com

Rebecca R. Perfetto, 80, widow of Frank Perfetto of Bristol, passed away on Friday February 8, 2019.

She was born on April 5, 1938 in Winsted, CT the daughter of the late Nicholas and Dorothy Ryan.

Rebecca is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Brenda and Edward Krewalk; her son and daughter-in-law Patrick and Deborah Perfetto; her grandchildren, Jennifer, Jackie, Shawn and Jake; her sisters Virginia Clayton and Jean Turgeon and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister Joyce Gibson.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday February 15, 2019 at 10AM directly at The Parish of St. Francis de Sales, St. Anthony Church, 111 School St., Bristol, CT followed by a procession to St. Joseph Cemetery, Bristol.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Alzheimer’s Association, 200 Executive Blvd. Suite 4B, Southington, CT 06489.

To leave an online condolence or to share a memory or a photo, please visit Rebecca’s memorial web page at www.OBrien-FuneralHome.com

Paul B. Tonn, 62, of Burlington, beloved husband of Holly (Malsheske) Tonn, died on Thursday (February 7, 2019) at St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center, Hartford.

Paul was born on May 21, 1956 in Bristol and was a son of Herbert and Arlene (Peplau) Tonn of Burlington. He lived briefly in Bristol where he attended Immanuel Lutheran School, before moving to Burlington where he would graduate from Lewis S. Mills High School and raise his family. His career was spent at Associated Spring Division of Barnes Group and he was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Bristol.

Paul was a handyman and enjoyed working around his home and outside on his property. He loved farming and was known for his Christmas trees and his vegetable garden. He was a Boston Red Sox and Patriots fan. Most of all he loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them.

In addition to his wife and parents, Paul leaves his three children: Jonathan Tonn of Orlando, FL, Jordan Tonn and wife, Aubri of Burlington, and Jill Tonn of Plainville; a brother: Peter Tonn of Terryville; a sister, Linda Beaudoin of Bristol, in-laws, many nieces and nephews, and his mother-in-law, Lorraine Malsheske whom he loved.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday (February 12, 2019) at 11 AM at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 154 Meadow St., Bristol. Burial will follow in Peacedale Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at Funk Funeral Home, 35 Bellevue Ave., Bristol on Monday between 5 and 8 PM.

Memorial donations may be made to Amyloidosis Foundation @ amyloidosis.org or to Immanuel Lutheran Church, 154 Meadow St., Bristol, CT 06010.

Please visit Paul’s memorial website at www.FunkFuneralHome.com

Lilian M. O’Gara, 92, of Bristol, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday February 7, 2019.

Lilian was born in Abbey Wood, England on November 5, 1926, the daughter of the late William and Violet Sherman.

She retired from Bradlees after working there for 32 years.  During that time Lilian made lifelong friends of co-workers and customers, and was known to many as “Mrs. B.”.

Lilian’s family and friends knew her to be a devoted mother and grandmother (Nana), a wonderful cook, and a terrific bargain-hunter and shopper.  She had a unique combination of warmth and mischief while always maintaining a very British “stiff upper lip”.

She is survived by her husband Donald O’Gara of Bristol; her daughter Karen M. Wasta of Bristol; her son Joseph R. Senak, Jr and his wife Brenda H. of Vero Beach, FL; her three grandchildren, Matthew Wasta and his wife Sandra of Bristol, Amy Philbrook and her husband Erik of Southborough, MA and Joseph R. Senak III of Charlestown, RI; her five great grandchildren Emily and Jackson Philbrook and Lilian, Katelynn and Abigail Wasta. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph Senak, Sr.

Calling hours will be held at O’Brien Funeral Home, 24 Lincoln Ave., Forestville/Bristol on Monday (February 11, 2019) morning from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM then to St. Matthew Church, Bristol for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM, followed by a procession to St. Joseph Cemetery, Bristol.

To leave an online condolence or to share a memory or a photo, please visit Lilian’s memorial web page at www.OBrien-FuneralHome.com

Mary Faith (Crowley) Pikiell, resident of Bristol, CT and Ft. Myers, FL., died on Saturday, February 9, 2019.  Mary Faith was the loving wife of 57 years, to the late Joseph F. Pikiell.  Mary Faith was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, and friend.

Mary Faith was born in Bristol, CT on October 25, 1934 to the late John J. & Dorothy (O’Hara) Crowley.  She was educated at Sarah Reynolds School and Bristol High School.  She received her Bachelor’s degree from Elms College in 1956.  Mary Faith taught at St. Stanislaus & St. Joseph Schools in Bristol until her retirement in 1996.

In addition to being a wonderful wife, she was a doting mother to nine, very grateful children.  Mary Faith was always there to provide an encouraging word, a hug, or a smile to her children, nieces, nephews, neighborhood kids, and her students.  She also spent many hours with Joe supporting their children and grandchildren at various sporting events.  Mary Faith was a devout Catholic and strongly supported Catholic schools.  Quite simply, she was just a wonderful and kind person.

Mary Faith is survived by her children and their spouses; Anne and Paul Holihan of Bristol, Jane M. O’Brien of Manchester, NH, John and Marie Pikiell of Chantilly, VA, Paul J. Pikiell of Oglethorpe, GA, Sr. Joan F. Pikiell, SSND, of Baltimore, MD, Patricia and Robert Schmid of Ft. Myers, FL, Stephen and Kate Pikiell of Far Hills, NJ, Timothy and Deb Pikiell of Bristol, and Helen Greaves of Tamarac, FL.  She is also survived by 18 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.  She also leaves behind her sister, Dorothy Chekas of New Britain, CT, brother-in-law Jerald Marcoux of Bristol, sister-in-law Patricia Crowley of Bristol, and many beloved nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by her sister, Grace G. Marcoux, and brother, Arthur D. Crowley.

The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Matthew Church, 120 Church Ave., Forestville, on Saturday, February 23, 2019 at 11:30 am.  Those wishing to attend, please meet directly at the church.  Burial will be private.

Friends and Family may call at O’Brien Funeral Home, 24 Lincoln Ave., Forestville on Friday, February 22, 2019 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be sent to either of the Bristol Catholic Grammar schools; St. Joseph School, 335 Center St., Bristol, CT 06010 or St. Matthew School, 33 Welch Dr., Bristol, CT 06010; or to a Catholic School or charity of the donor’s choice.  To leave an online message of condolence, share a memory or a photo, please visit Mary Faith’s memorial page at www.OBrien-FuneralHome.com.

Bernard J. L. Charette, 90, of Terryville, husband of Gladys (Long) Charette and the late Joella (Maron) Charette passed away Tuesday February 12, 2019 at Village Green of Bristol.

Bernard was born Feb. 19, 1928 in Ft. Kent, ME, son of the late Damase and Isabelle Charette.  He was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII.  Prior to his retirement he was employed by the former TRW Marlin Rockwell of Plainville. He was a parishioner of St. Casimir Church, Terryville and member of the Knights of Columbus, Southington.  He loved his family, music and playing his kazoo.

In addition to his wife Gladys he is survived by, his son, John Charette and his wife Kathleen of Southington; his daughter, Karen Simpson and her husband Steve of NC; his stepson, Ricky Charette and wife Janice of Terryville; his stepdaughters, Linda Ciccolella and her husband Richard of MA, Debra Deltano and her husband Kenneth of Southington; his brothers, Albert Charette of ME and Norman Charette of NH; twelve grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Saturday 9:30AM from the Scott Funeral Home, 169 Main St., Terryville to St. Casimir Church, Terryville for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10AM.  Burial with military honors will be in St. Thomas Cemetery, Southington.  Relatives and friends may visit at the funeral home on Friday from 5 – 8PM.  www.scottfuneralhomeinc.com

Irene (Zagurski) Slovinski, 101 years young, of Bristol, widow of Walter W. “Sonny” Slovinski, died on Friday (February 8, 2019) at home.

Irene was born in Pequabuck on December 9, 1917 and was a daughter of the late Stanley and Sophie (Zelienski) Zagurski. She was raised in Terryville attending Terryville schools before moving to Bristol where she was a parishioner of St. Stanislaus Church.  She worked for Cooper Thermometer before retiring.

She enjoyed quilting, sewing, baking, playing cards with friends, dancing, and, as an avid tag sale fan, she enjoyed hosting and visiting tag sales. Christmas time was special to her and found her baking hundreds of cookies to share with family and friends.  Also, her famous pierogi were eagerly awaited by her neighbors and were part of the family’s Christmas Eve ritual.

Irene is survived by a daughter: Laurie Roberge-Piteo of Bristol; a sister: Virginia Bolas of Bristol; a grandson, Ryan Roberge and wife, Mariam; two great-grandchildren: Mina Heather and William Anara Roberge; and several nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by six brothers: Lawrence, Walter, Edward, Joseph, Henry, and Arthur Zagurski, a sister, Jean Rybczek, and a beloved granddaughter: Heather Roberge.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday (February 16, 2019) at 10 AM at St. Stanislaus Church, 510 West Street, Bristol.  Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bristol.  Relatives and friends may call at Funk Funeral Home, 35 Bellevue Ave., Bristol on Saturday between 8:30 and 9:30 AM.

Special thanks to the Bristol Hospice team who were outstanding.  Her home health aide, Amie Ceesay, lovingly cared for her for over 2 years which enabled her to remain in her home until the end.  This was her last wish.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children-Springfield, 516 Carew St., Springfield, MA 01104.

Please visit Irene’s memorial web-site at www.FunkFuneralHome.com.

David J. Gorack, 71, of Terryville, passed away Wednesday February 6, 2019 at home.

David was born March 26, 1947 in Waterbury, CT, son of the late Vincent and Elizabeth (Arabinick) Gorack.  He was a U.S. Army sergeant serving a tour in Vietnam in the 101st Airborne Division.  Prior to his retirement he was employed by the former New Departure Co. of Bristol.  Dave was a member of the AA with 30 years of sobriety.  He was a fan of the NY Giants, Yankee’s and Women’s UCONN Basketball.  Dave was previously married to the late Cindy Stewart for 15 years.

He is survived by his sons, David Gorack of Bristol, Todd Gorack of Terryville, Ryan Gorack of Waterbury; his brother, Walter Gorack and his wife Jeanette of Terryville; his granddaughter, Sophia Gorack of Bristol and his nephews and niece, Jason Gorack, Walter Gorack Jr. and Kimberly Gorack.  He was predeceased by his sister and brother-in-law, Elizabeth and Robert Bandish.

Relatives and friends may visit at the Scott Funeral Home, 169 Main St., Terryville on Wednesday February 13th from 5 – 7PM with a military service to follow.  www.scottfuneralhomeinc.com

Dorothy (Rindfleisch) Forrest, 91, of Bristol, wife of the late William A. Forrest, died Thursday (February 13, 2019) at Sheriden Woods Health Care Center.  Mrs. Forrest was born July 2, 1927 in Bristol, CT and was a daughter of the late Edward and Emma (Kannenberg) Rindfleisch. A lifelong Bristol resident, she was a member of St. Andrew Lutheran Church. Prior to her retirement, she was employed at The Bristol Press in the classified advertising department. Dorothy loved to read and spend time with her family. She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law: David W. and Deborah Forrest of Wethersfield, Peter W. and Kathleen Forrest, of Bristol; Allan W. Forrest of Tucson; two daughters and sons-in-law: Diane R. and Robert St. Laurent of Franklin, and Kathleen E. and Eric Waltz of Southington; one sister: Eleanor O’Regan of Bristol; twelve grandchildren; and thirteen great grandchildren. Dorothy is predeceased by two brothers: Arthur and Harold Rindfleisch; and a daughter-in-law Marsha Forrest.  Dorothy’s family wishes to thank the staff of Sheriden Woods for their kind and compassionate care.  Funeral services will be held on Monday (February 18, 2019) at 11 AM at Funk Funeral Home, 35 Bellevue Avenue, Bristol.  Burial will follow in Peacedale Cemetery.  Relatives and friends may call at Funk Funeral Home on Monday between 9 and 11 AM.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 1125 Stafford Ave., Bristol, CT 06010.  Please visit Dorothy’s memorial page at www.FunkFuneralHome.com.

Sheila (Odette) Hoyt, 49, of Terryville, wife of Randy Hoyt passed away Saturday February 16, 2019 at home.

Sheila was born September 19, 1969 in Hartford, CT, daughter of Arthur and Linda (Sutton) Odette of Terryville.  Sheila loved the beach and Elvis.

In addition to her husband and parents she is survived by her sons, Anthony Glowka of Plainville and Randy “RJ” Hoyt of Terryville; her daughters, Krystyna and Stefania Glowka both of Plainville; her brother Allan Odette of Bristol, her sisters, Yvonne Libby and Lisa Burns both of KY and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Thursday 11AM at the Scott Funeral Home, 169 Main St., Terryville. Burial will be in Peacedale Cemetery, Bristol. Relatives and friends may visit at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5 – 7PM.  www.scottfuneralhomeinc.com