Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home

Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home A family owned funeral home that cares about the people we serve. The Baxter family is here to support families in their time of a loss of a loved one.

The Dillon Funeral Home in Hartford was originally established in 1880 by Charles J. Dillon, a well known businessman and community leader. As one of the largest Funeral homes in the area, Gerald S. Baxter, Sr. began working for the firm in 1963. Seeing the need for a more modern facility, Mr. Baxter built the current funeral home in 1978-1979, allowing handicap access (all one level) and a large

parking area. He also recognized the importance of having a centrally-located facility. After moving to Wethersfield, Gerald Baxter carried on the tradition of care compassion and quality . He has since instilled those ethics and values into his son Gerald S. Baxter, Jr. who grew up in the business and started as a licensed funeral director in 1986.

Patricia Margaret Parlette passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025 at Saint Francis Hospital with her family by her side...
08/04/2025

Patricia Margaret Parlette passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025 at Saint Francis Hospital with her family by her side. Born February 9, 1954 in Stamford, CT she was the beloved daughter of Audrey Wynn Parlette and Richard C Parlette Sr. Before becoming a long time resident of Mansfield, Patti was a graduate of Masuk High School in Monroe, Class of 1972 and studied French and German at the University of Connecticut, Class of 1976.
Her love of languages and UConn continued throughout her life, where she worked as a dedicated Administrative Coordinator in the Literatures, Cultures, and Languages Department for over thirty years and helped to start multiple scholarships for students. UConn was a place she treasured dearly, and through her job, she was able to meet people from around the world and form many life-long friendships.
She had a hunger to make the world a more caring place and always strived for peace and love for all. She had many passions in her life, but none more important than her family. She dedicated much of her time to supporting her sons, often spending countless hours freezing in local ice rinks. Patti was always quick to donate her time and money to others, including 15 years as the Treasurer of Columbia Youth Hockey.
Patti had a passion for music and enjoyed a wide range of artists, but nothing compared to her love for the music of Joni Mitchell. A self-proclaimed expert of “Joni-ology,” and a proud contributor to the book, Gathered Light: The Poetry of Joni Mitchell’s Songs, she was an encyclopedia of Joni lyrics, seamlessly weaving quotes into any conversation. So in true Patti style, don’t it always seem to go, that you don’t know what you’ve got till it’s gone. I wish we had more time and there are so many things I would have done, but clouds got in my way, but laughing and crying, you know it's the same release. However, it comforts us to know that the good go to Heaven and she is in a better place.
Patti is survived by her devoted sons, Christopher and Michael, along with their wives Ashley and Candace. She will be deeply missed by her five grandchildren, brothers Richard (UT) and Peter (CA), her cherished cousin Holly Hussey Boutwell (CT), many beloved nieces and nephews, and countless close and dear friends. Patti is predeceased by her parents, as well as her brother Christopher Parlette Sr.
In accordance with her wishes, services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Online condolences and any personal stories of Patti are encouraged to be shared on her obituary page.
In lieu of flowers and to honor her charitable character, memorial donations may be made to the scholarship fund that Patti founded and took great pride in to promote Human Rights and Peace: The Parlette Peace Prize. To donate to this fund in her honor, you can go to the UConn Foundation website at https://www.foundation.uconn.edu. When submitting your donation, please select “Give Now,” and type “The Parlette Peace Prize” in the “Area of Support” section.

Demetrio J. Amaro also known as Johnny, 85, of Manchester, CT beloved husband of Carmen A. Amaro passed away Monday, Jul...
07/30/2025

Demetrio J. Amaro also known as Johnny, 85, of Manchester, CT beloved husband of Carmen A. Amaro passed away Monday, July 28, 2025 at Hartford Hospital. Demetrio was born in Arroyo, Puerto Rico and was the son of the late Severo and Virginia (Navarro) Amaro. Demetrio was passionate about music and started a band young with his wife. He was the go to person if someone wanted to learn an instrument or wanted advice. He played the trumpet, piano, congos, and many more. Above all, Demetrio was a family man. He loved his family immensely and worked hard as a welder for most of his adult life until he was 73 years young to provide a loving and stable home for his entire family. Demetrio would bring back home these crazy creations he made as a welder like multiple metal back scratchers. He enjoyed his yearly trips to Puerto Rico and always looked towards the next one even though he would always say “ahh its okay, save your money. I don’t need to go.” We always made sure he never had to worry about a thing. Demetrio was always giving and would give the shirt off his back to anyone. He loved and accepted everyone’s company even if it was his first time meeting you. You were family the moment he met you. Demetrio was a god-fearing man, attended church faithfully every Sunday, and always made sure to tell everyone, didn’t matter who you were and even until the very end, “Dios te bendiga en el nombre de Jesus, Amen. Jesus loves you.” We will miss him immensely.

Besides his wife Carmen, Demetrio is survived by his three sons Luis D. Amaro, Rafael J. Amaro and Edwin Amaro, his three daughters Laura V. Amaro, Lourdes Amaro and Johanna Amaro, his two brothers William Amaro and King Amaro, his sister Martha Bilbraut Amaro, his thirteen grandchildren Edwin Phillips, Edwin A. Amaro, Carmen T. Tirado, Cassandra T. Banville, Edwin D. Tirado, Jonathan S. Amaro, Jexiel J. Amaro, Brianna Amaro, Rafael Amaro, Niomi Cora, Rafael Cora, Fransua N. Solier, Natasha M. Solier, and five great grandchildren Celeste S. Poirer, , Nathanael V. Sanchez, and Ethan S. Sanchez, Erick Y. Figueroa, Derick. J Figueroa. Demetrio was predeceased by his brother Rufino Amaro and his 2 sisters, Maria Amaro, and Aurea D. Amaro.

Funeral service for Demetrio will be held Friday, August 1, 2025 at 12pm at the Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, 1276 Berlin Tpke., Wethersfield, CT. Burial will be in Mt. St. Benedict Cemetery, Bloomfield. Relatives and friends may call at the Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, Thursday July 31, 2025 from 5pm to 8pm. To share a memory of Demetrio, please visit www.dillonbaxter.com

Ethel (Vounatso) Nowacki, 99, wife of the late Henry "Hank" Nowacki, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at Avery Heig...
07/23/2025

Ethel (Vounatso) Nowacki, 99, wife of the late Henry "Hank" Nowacki, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at Avery Heights. She was born in Hartford, CT on April 27, 1926, to the late Stratis and Evanthia "Mary" (Tyropolis) Vounatso. Ethel was a member of St. George's Greek Orthodox Church in Hartford, CT and was a resident of Hartford all her life. She worked at the Travelers Insurance Company. Ethel was a member of the Senior Center at St. George's Greek Orthodox Church and the South End Senior Center. After moving to Avery Heights, she participated in all of the activities with bingo and word games being her favorites.

Ethel is survived by her loving daughter, Leslie N. Traver and her husband Adams of Gales Ferry. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Henry C. Nowacki; brothers John Vounatso and Dr. William Vaun; sisters Marcey Antonaksis, Katherine Maliszewski, Irene Turek and Angeline Cofer, along with several sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law and niece. She is also survived by sister-in-law, Sally Vaun and several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the entire Avery Heights community for their care and compassion.

Funeral service for Ethel will be held Monday, July 28, 2025 at 11am at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 433 Fairfield Ave., Hartford, CT. Burial will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Hartford. Relatives and friends may call at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, Monday from 10am to 11am. In lieu of flowers contributions in Ethel’s memory may be made to St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral. The Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, 1276 Berlin Tpke., Wethersfield, CT has charge of arrangements. To share a memory of Ethel, please visit www.dillonbaxter.com

Thomas M. Jusko, 46, of Rocky Hill, CT, passed away unexpectedly at home on Thursday, July 17, 2025. Born in Hartford, C...
07/19/2025

Thomas M. Jusko, 46, of Rocky Hill, CT, passed away unexpectedly at home on Thursday, July 17, 2025. Born in Hartford, CT, Thomas was the beloved son of Marian and Barbara (Banas) Jusko. He was a graduate of South Windsor High School and Central Conn State University.

Thomas will be remembered for his adventurous spirit, kind heart, and love for the outdoors. He enjoyed playing soccer, hunting, skiing, and snowmobiling-activities that reflected his energetic and passionate nature. Above all, Thomas cherished time spent with family and friends, creating lasting memories filled with laughter and love.

He is survived by his parents, Marian and Barbara Jusko; his two brothers, Robert Jusko and James Jusko and his wife Patrycja; three nephews Robert Jr., Jakub, Lukasz and three nieces Lauren, Violetta and Klaudia who adored their “Uncle Tommy” and many extended family members and close friends who will deeply miss him.

Relatives and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, July 22, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, 1276 Berlin Turnpike, Wethersfield, CT.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Cyril & Methodius Church, 61 Popieluszko Court, Hartford, CT. Burial will follow at Mt. St. Benedict Cemetery, Bloomfield. Relatives and friends may also visit the funeral home Wednesday morning before the mass from 8:30 a.m.to 9:30 a.m.
Thomas’s warmth, humor, and love for life will be remembered always.

To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, please visit www.dillonbaxter.com.

Father Salvatore D. Altavista, M.S., 90, a Missionary of Our Lady of La Salette, died July 13, 2025 at Kimberly Hall Sou...
07/15/2025

Father Salvatore D. Altavista, M.S., 90, a Missionary of Our Lady of La Salette, died July 13, 2025 at Kimberly Hall South in Windsor, CT. He was born October 5, 1934 in Woburn, Massachusetts, the son of Salvatore and Rose (Perna) Altavista. He attended grammar and high school in Woburn. He attended St. Michael College in Winooski, Vermont; St. Philip Neri College in Boston, MA; and the La Salette Seminary in Altamont, New York. Father entered the La Salette Novitiate in Bloomfield, CT in 1957. He pronounced his First Vows on July 2, 1958 and his Perpetual Vows on September 19, 1961. On May 30, 1964, Father was ordained to the priesthood at the La Salette Seminary Church in Ipswich, MA.

Father Sal’s first appointment was as librarian and teacher at the La Salette Seminary in Cheshire, CT. In 1966, he was the Prefect at the La Salette Seminary in Altamont, NY, as well as a professor. Returning to Cheshire in 1967, he was Assistant Prefect of Studies, and was appointed as the Prefect in 1970. During this time, he continued his education in the summers at Catholic University of America, receiving an M.S. in Library Science in 1970 and an M.A. in English in 1971. Father continued his teaching ministry at Sacred Heart High School in Waterbury, CT. In 1982, Father Altavista was assigned to Hartford House while continuing his work in Waterbury. Father began teaching at South Catholic High School in Hartford in 1983 and was appointed Archivist for the Province of Our Lady of Seven Dolors in 1993. He began teaching at St. Augustine School in Hartford from 1994 until 2008. At that time, he taught part-time at SS. Cyril and Methodius School until 2012. He then worked as librarian at St. Brigid School in Elmwood until his retirement.

When Father was studying at St. Philip Neri, he was touched by his housemother’s devotion the Our Lady of La Salette. It was her devotion that led him to becoming a Missionary of La Salette. Undoubtedly, Father loved his ministry as priest and teacher. He spent his priesthood teaching English and always bringing in a Christian emphasis. He was quoted on his 50th anniversary of ordination, “You have to go out and help people, whatever your work is.”

He loved being a priest and being able to share this love through his teaching. Father was very personable and welcomed everyone with a big, warm smile.

In addition to his La Salette Community, Father Altavista, M.S., is survived by his brothers Joel Altavista of MA and Ronald (Lorraine) Altavista of NH; his nieces Kathy (John) Muise of MA and Susan (Ken) Kehoe of NH.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be concelebrated on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at the La Salette Hartford House Chapel at 10:30 am. Burial will be at the Altavista family plot in Calvary Cemetery in Wi******er, MA on Monday, July 21, 2025 at 1:30 pm. Calling hours will be at Hartford House on Saturday from 9:15 to 10:10 am. Contributions in his memory may be made to: Missionaries of Our Lady of La Salette Retirement Fund, P.O. Box 331370, West Hartford, CT 06133. The Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, Wethersfield has charge of arrangements. To share a memory, please visit www.dillonbaxter.com

George Manolakis, 62, of Granby, CT beloved husband of Mary (Levesque) Manolakis, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025 at ho...
07/12/2025

George Manolakis, 62, of Granby, CT beloved husband of Mary (Levesque) Manolakis, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025 at home. George was born in Hartford, CT and was the son of the late Stavros and Eleftheria (Kryiakou) Manolakis.

Besides his wife Mary, George is survived by his son Stavros Manolakis, his daughter Kallie Manolakis, mother-in-law Nelda Milton, sister-in-law JoEllen Crespi and husband Ken, his brother John Manolakis, sister Anthoula Manolakis and sister Despina Potsakis and her husband Michael also his beloved Shepard Katy.
George is also survived by God daughters Eleftheria and Sophie LaFond, niece Alexis Graydon, nephew Kiriakos Potsakis, numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins.
George was predeceased by his brother Kiriakos Manolakis.

George was owner of ISS, East Hartford for twenty-seven years. He was also in the US Marine Corp.

Funeral service for George will be held Friday, July 18, 2025 at 11am at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 433 Fairfield Ave., Hartford, CT. Burial will be following in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Hartford. The Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, 1276 Berlin Tpke., Wethersfield, CT has charge of arrangements. There are no calling hours. To share a memory of George, please visit www.dillonbaxter.com

Josephine “Jody” Olander, 88, a lifelong resident of Wethersfield, CT. was reunited with her beloved husband of 69 years...
07/09/2025

Josephine “Jody” Olander, 88, a lifelong resident of Wethersfield, CT. was reunited with her beloved husband of 69 years, Thomas, when she peacefully left us on Monday, July 7. 2025. Jody was born on March 9, 1937, in the upstairs bedroom of the family home in Wethersfield. She was one of three children of the late Thomas and Josephine (O’Flynn) Barry. Raised in Wethersfield, she attended the Academy of Our Lady of Mercy–Laurelton Hall in Milford, CT. Jody dedicated more than 30 years to caring for others as a Certified Nurse’s Aide at Elm Hill Convalescent Home in Rocky Hill, CT. She was hardworking and no-nonsense—quietly devoted to supporting people in their later years, even while working night shifts well into her own. She was at her best when caring for others, even if she never hesitated to tell you exactly how she felt while doing it. Rooted in her Irish Catholic upbringing, Jody’s faith was a steady presence throughout her life. She was a longtime member of Sacred Heart Church in Wethersfield, where she sang in the choir for over two decades and could often be heard humming her favorite hymns around the house.

Jody is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Virginia, and son-in-law, Barry Cutkomp; her sons James, Brian, and Thomas Jr. and his wife Jessica, her grandchildren Kelsey, Aubree, Maggie, Brett, Sophie, and Sydney; and her great-grandchildren Dane, Everett, Eden, and Blake.
After hearing it for the better part of the last 25 years, we can now all fully agree: Jody is truly “fine.” She’s now with her lifelong love and the many friends and family who went before her. Her family extends their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Bel-Air Manor Nursing Center in Newington, CT, for the compassionate care they provided in her final weeks.
Calling hours will be held on Monday, July 14, 2025, from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, 1276 Berlin Tpke, Wethersfield. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:30 a.m. at Christ the King Church, 601 Silas Deane Hwy, Wethersfield. Burial will take place at Village Cemetery in Wethersfield. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice in Jody’s memory. To share a memory of Jody, please visit www.dillonbaxter.com

William P. Carroll, 80, of Newington, CT beloved husband of the late Christine M. Carroll passed away on June 24th, 2025...
06/26/2025

William P. Carroll, 80, of Newington, CT beloved husband of the late Christine M. Carroll passed away on June 24th, 2025 at Jerome Home in New Britain after a battle with Parkinson’s disease. William was born September 21, 1944 in Herkimer, NY and was the son of the late John F. Carroll and Josephine (Ryan) Autenrith. He graduated from West Canada Valley Senior High School, a regional school serving his hometown of Newport, NY, Class of 1963. Bill attended Niagara University on a ROTC scholarship and earned a degree in Business Administration. After graduation in 1968, he was commissioned as a 2nd lieutenant and served his country honorably in the US Army Finance Corps. Bill served on active duty for four years, including along the DMZ in South Korea. Bill specialized in finance and budgeting and would continue in the Army Reserve for over 20 years, notably serving as Comptroller of the 76th Division (Training) before retiring from the 94th Army Reserve Command as a Lieutenant Colonel in 1996. He proposed to Christine in Tegucigalpa while serving a year at Camp Oso Grande in Honduras with the road-building Blazing Trails ‘87 task force. As a civilian, William worked in insurance, primarily for the Aetna Life Insurance Company in Illinois, California and Connecticut. In his free time, Bill was an avid skier as a member of the Aetna Ski Club and loved the trails in Lake Tahoe, a fan of the Hartford Whalers and New York Yankees, and was proud of having attended the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, and the game where Derek Jeter got his 3000th hit. After marriage, Bill and Chris traveled widely, taking cruises and trips throughout the United States and Europe. Bill’s outgoing personality meant they often returned home with new friends made on their excursions. Upon retirement, Bill volunteered with Church of the Incarnation – now part of the Christ the King parish – on the Men’s Club and Building and Grounds Committee, with the Employment Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), for the American Legion, with the Knights of Columbus, on the board of their condo association, and for the Tops Club out of the Newington Senior Center. He applied his expertise in budgeting for the benefit of many of these organizations.

William is survived by his stepson Richard Niro and his wife Jennifer of Southington, CT and grandchildren, Matthew, Andrew, and Emma. Bill had a special place in his heart for his wife’s family, including her siblings, their spouses, cousins, nieces, and nephews and for Jennifer’s family. Bill also kept in touch with many close friends he had made in childhood or later in his working life. In addition, to his parents and wife, he was predeceased by his stepfather, Gerald Autenrith, and his dear aunt and uncle, Alice and Philip Ryan. Bill came from a small family but made everyone feel like part of his inner circle. We would like to thank the staff at Hartford Healthcare, including Jerome Home/Arbor Rose, Cedar Mountain Commons, Hospice Care, and Independence at Home for helping to care for Bill during his last years.

Funeral service for William will be held Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 10am at Church of the Incarnation, 544 Prospect Street, Wethersfield, CT. Burial will be at Cedar Hill Cemetery on Fairfield Ave, Hartford. .Relatives and friends may call at the Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, 1276 Berlin Tpke., Wethersfield, CT on Monday, June 30, 2025 from 5 - 7 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Ste 1509, New York, NY 10018. To share a memory of William, please visit www.dillonbaxter.com

It is with heavy hearts we announce that Boguslaw “Bogdan” Draka, 66, of Hartford, CT passed away peacefully on Tuesday,...
06/23/2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce that Boguslaw “Bogdan” Draka, 66, of Hartford, CT passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. Boguslaw was born in 1959 in Osmolowszczyzna, Poland and was the son of the late Czeslaw and Genowefa (Boszko) Draka.

Boguslaw immigrated to the United States in 1984. He initially worked at the Polish American Republican Club in Hartford, then joined a construction roofing crew, and most recently was employed at an aerospace machine shop. In his spare time Boguslaw loved grilling and spending his days outside relaxing and gardening. He cherished moments with friends and family, loved traveling and watching movies. He loved get-togethers for holidays and any occasion that involved cake and chocolates. Boguslaw was a generous friend with a disarming wit that allowed him to connect with just about anyone. Boguslaw’s love for family and friends was evident in all he did, and he will be deeply missed by all. His positive energy and his will to help made him well-liked by everyone that knew him. Although Bogdan’s physical presence may no longer grace our lives, his spirit will continue to inspire and uplift us all.

Boguslaw is survived by his ex-wife Zdzislawa, his son Andrzej Draka, his dear friend Maria Burek and her family, his brothers Jan Draka and Stanislaw Draka and their families, his sister Krystyna Fiodorowicz, the Szarejko family, sister-in-law Cecylia Sciepura and her family, as well as numerous nephews, nieces, extended family members, and friends.
Boguslaw was preceded in death by his parents Czeslaw and Genowefa, and brother Marian Draka.

There are no words that can express how grateful we are to those who were there for us before Boguslaw’s passing. We would also like to extend our sincere gratitude to the doctors and nurses at Hartford Hospital Oncology Center for their compassionate care.

Memorial donations in Boguslaws name may be made to SS. Cyril & Methodius Church in Hartford or The Helen and Harry Gray Cancer Center.

Funeral service for Boguslaw will be held Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 10am at SS. Cyril & Methodius, 61 Popieluszko Court, Hartford, CT. Burial will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Hartford. The Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, 1276 Berlin Tpke., Wethersfield, CT has charge of arrangements. There are no calling hours. To share a memory of Boguslaw, please visit www.dillonbaxter.com

Beverly A. (Aunt Bev) Loughlin, 92, of Wethersfield and Niantic, CT, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 ...
06/23/2025

Beverly A. (Aunt Bev) Loughlin, 92, of Wethersfield and Niantic, CT, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at Jefferson House in Newington, CT. Born in Hartford, October 9, 1932, daughter of the late William J. Loughlin, Marjorie Loughlin Reichlin and stepfather Meyer A. Reichlin. Beverly was predeceased by her stepbrother, William J. Reichlin, her sister, Marilyn (Loughlin) Yandow, and her brother-in-law, Maurice E "Moe" Yandow.
Beverly graduated from Noah Webster School and Mount Saint Joseph Academy in West Hartford. She attended Saint Joseph College and received a B. A. degree Cum Laude from the University of Hartford, where she majored in psychology. She earned her Master of Science from Simmons College School of Library Science, after which she was elected to BETA PHI MU, the International Library Science Honor Society. Beverly was a Reference Librarian at the Hartford Public Library, where she was also the Curator of the Hartford Collection.

Beverly loved to travel the world!!! Aunt Bev, the family photographer, made hundreds of photo albums for all the family members to enjoy and treasure our great times. She spent most of her summers in Niantic, at her beach home. Bev was a loyal and loving friend to all. Along with a great sense of humor, she loved her many nieces and nephews: Kenneth (Jane) Yandow of Melbourne, Fl, William (Laura) Yandow of Cromwell Ct./Naples, Fl., David (Joanne) Yandow of Glastonbury, Ct., Robert ( Julie) Yandow of Wethersfield, Ct., Elizabeth (Michael) Yandow Lombardi, of Wethersfield, Ct., Thomas (Patty) Yandow of Glastonbury, Ct., Jennifer (Matthew) DeNucci of Mashpee, Ma. Special thank you to the caregivers at Jefferson House in Newington, CT.
Funeral services will be private, and there will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations in Beverly's name may be made to Hartford Public Library "Historic Hartford Collection", 500 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103. Also, the American Parkinson's Disease Association, PO Box 61420, Staten Island, N.Y. 10306 Or a charity of your choice. The Dillion-Baxter Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. To share a memory of Beverly, please visit www.dillonbaxter.com

06/20/2025

Barbara H. Rogers, 97, of Bloomfield, CT beloved wife for 50 years of the late Stillman Rogers, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025 at home. Barbara was born in Danbury, CT and was the daughter of the late Frank and Mabel (W**d) Howard. Barbara was a life member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She graduated from Hall High School, West Hartford, and Bay Path Secretarial School. Prior to starting her family, she worked as a secretary for HELCO. During her years in Wethersfield raising her family she was active in the Trinity Parish Altar Guild and the Green Thumb Garden Club. After moving to Bloomfield, she joined the St. Stephen’s Ladies Group.

Barbara is survived by her daughter Elsie Rogers, her daughter Grace Zapor and husband Robert, as well as her grandchildren Dr. Logan Zapor and Lilith Zapor. She was predeceased by her twin sister, Grace Wood.

The funeral service will be held at 11am Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 11am at the Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, 1276 Berlin Tpke., Wethersfield, CT. Burial will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Hartford, immediately following. Relatives and friends may call at the Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home from 10am prior to the service. To share a memory of Barbara, please visit www.dillonbaxter.com.

Joseph V. Maynard, 82, of Bristol, CT beloved husband of Cora (Dever) Maynard passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at th...
06/17/2025

Joseph V. Maynard, 82, of Bristol, CT beloved husband of Cora (Dever) Maynard passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at the Hopsital of Central CT @ New Britain General. Joseph was born in Cleveland, Ohio and was the son of the late Lindsey and Virginia (Mulligan) Maynard.

Besides his wife Cora, Joseph is survived by his three daughters Shelly Maynard, Courtney (Maynard) Kormer and her husband Michael and Ashley Maynard, his two sons Gage-Joseph Dever and Ryan J. Maynard and his two grandchildren Grace Cooper and Wilbur Cooper. Joseph was predeceased by his brother Alan Maynard and his three sisters Marilyn Lester, Winifred Maynard and Linda Davenport.

Funeral service will be private. There are no calling hours. The Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, 1276 Berlin Tpke., Wethersfield, CT has charge of arrangements. To share a memory of Joseph, please visit www.dillonbaxter.com

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