Montano-Shea Funeral Home and Cremations, 922 Main Street, Winsted, CT (2026)

04/09/2026

Gale Patricia Morse, aged 86, of Torrington, CT., went home to be with the Lord on April 1, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, hope, and love among all who knew her.

A lover of the outdoors, she could often be found roaming the wild ocean beaches of New England or wandering through forests with her beloved husband—and companion in countless adventures of 68 years—and their dog, Jordan. She had a deep appreciation for wildlife—stopping to help turtles cross the road, delighting in dolphins leaping from the surf, pulling the car over just to watch a group of deer grazing nearby, and enjoying documentaries on wolves and other wild animals.

She loved her family and friends, often longing for “just one more cup of coffee,” with her beloveds close beside her, delighting in conversation about the deeper things of life, or laughing at the silly antics of her children and grandchildren. She truly lived life to the fullest.

Above all, her deepest love was for her Savior, Jesus Christ, who redeemed her and tenderly guided her home. She radiated Christ through her love and joy, treasuring the intimacy of worshipping Him and truly embodying the words of the psalmist: “Better is one day in your courts than a thousand elsewhere; I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of the Lord than dwell in the tents of the wicked.” (Psalm 84:10)

She was preceded in death by her sister, Sandra Betancourt; her mother, Carmela Reynolds; her father, Frank Cooley; her son, Kevin Morse; and her grandson, Caleb Hawley.

She is survived by her husband, Robert Morse; her brother, Robert (Rebecca) Cooley; her sister, Karen Cooley; her children, Brian (Quynh-Nhu) Morse, Timothy (Sheryl) Morse, Tanja (David) Mattson, Megan (Kyle) Hawley; and her grandchildren, Kaela, Brennan, Bradley, Kyle, Christopher, Connor, Ryan, Jared, Kareena, Janelle, Abigail, Samuel, Elizabeth, Esther, and her great grandchildren, Evie, Gideon, Aiden, Kevin, Mirari, Grace, Noah, Micah and Caleb.

She will be deeply missed and dearly remembered…till we meet again on that distant shore.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at Bakerville Church, 1087 Litchfield Turnpike, New Hartford, CT at 11 AM with reception to follow. Burial will be private at Bakerville Center Cemetery. Montano-Shea Funeral Home, 922 Main Street, Winsted has care of the arrangements. Visit an online guestbook at montano-shea.com.

04/09/2026

John R. Colavecchio, 81 of The Villages, Florida, passed peacefully on March 30, 2026, with his loving wife of 42 years, Lynda (Fisher) Colavecchio, by his side. Born on April 17,1944, in Winsted, CT, John was a graduate of The Gilbert School, class of 1962 and continued his education at Post University.

Throughout his adulthood, John dedicated over 40 years as Corporate Secretary and partner of The Capitol Products Co. He also worked as a Patrol Driver at Community Watch, The Villages, for 19 years. In his early years, he coached Winsted Midget Football and as a committed father, always made time to be involved with his children’s activities. John’s passion for community service was evident in his years of involvement with The Republican Town Committee, Planning and Zoning Commission and the Winsted Youth Soccer Board. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus, Elks and Kiwanis Club of Winsted.

John’s legacy lives through his cherished family. In addition to his wife Lynda, he is survived by his children: Alesia (Bob) Warner of Seminole, FL; David (Alexandra) Colavecchio of Thomaston, CT; Brian Colavecchio of Charleston, SC; Michelle (Stefano) Torri of Seymour, CT; Michael (Heather) Vacila of Barkhamsted, CT and Nicole Vacila of East Windsor, CT. John leaves behind 14 grandchildren and 3 great-grand children , who affectionately called him Grandad, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, in-laws and his sister Pauline DiBiasi. He is survived by his former spouse, Barbara Forsyth. John was predeceased by his parents, John and Nancy (LaStoria) Colavecchio, his brother Dominic Colavecchio and sisters Margaret Impelluso and Evelyn Bordonaro. He also recently lost his faithful K9 companion, Carolina.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Monday, April 20, 2026 at St. Joseph Church, Winsted at 11 AM. Burial will be private at Village Cemetery in New Hartford. Montano-Shea Funeral Home, 922 Main Street, Winsted has care of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, please donate in his honor to a charity of your choice. Visit an online guestbook at montano-shea.com.

04/06/2026

Adam Francis, 41, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 5, 2026. He was the devoted husband of Heather (Chesney) Francis for 13 years. Born November 6,1984 in Hartford; the son of Robert Francis and the late Sandra (Farnum) Francis and their spouse’s Jan of VT and Richard of ME.

Adam grew up in Canton and graduated from Canton HS. He worked as a Foreman for Calco for 16+ years. He spent his summers mud bogging, building trucks, ATVing, and working at Evonsion Farm on Rte 309 in Canton and his winters plowing, snowmobiling, and skiing.

He coached his daughter’s soccer and basketball teams in Barkhamsted. He also volunteered and helped renovate their sports fields. He was a kind, no nonsense guy who loved camping, bonfires, working with chainsaws, and Disney trips with his family. He was also a devoted friend, often being the first to help out.

In addition to his loving wife, he leaves his cherished daughter, Paige Francis; close siblings, Abby, Matt, and Amanda Francis; nieces and nephew, Alessandra, Andrea, Lillian, James, and Corinne; and many friends.

Funeral services will be private at Montano-Shea Funeral Home, 922 Main Street, Winsted. Visit an online guestbook at montano-shea.com.

04/01/2026

COLEBROOK -

Rita Rosemary Bishop, 81, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 30, 2026 with her loving husband by her side. She was the devoted wife to David A. Bishop for 55 wonderful years.

Born June 2, 1944, in Torrington, Connecticut; the daughter of the late Adam Suthowski. and Sophie (Lisiewski) Suthowski.

Rita graduated from New Britain General Hospital School of Nursing. Following graduation, she moved to San Francisco California where she met and married Dave. She began a long and dedicated career as a Registered Nurse. A career spanning 44 years serving in multiple intensive care units and operating rooms at the California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco.

In 2004, she and her husband retired and moved to Colebrook, Connecticut. Rita became an integral part of the community. She actively served on the Board of Directors for the Colebrook Historical Society. She belonged to and enjoyed participating in the local book club, bridge group and Mahjong group. Rita had many friendships over the years and cherished each and every one. She was an excellent gourmet cook and hostess at her warm and lovely home.

Rita was a talented watercolor artist painting beautiful images of wildlife and landscapes. She loved gardening, was an avid reader and a great lover of animals. She also travelled extensively with Dave to many countries all over the world making many friends they would return to visit over the years.

She was an amazing woman with a heart of gold and if you were fortunate enough to know her you were blessed.

In addition to her beloved husband Dave, she leaves her niece, Nancy Dahlen of MA and her children, Tyler, Ryan and Mikayla; her sister-in-law and friend, Phyllis Frink of Delaware and her children, Tina, Stephen and Jennifer. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by an infant child, her sister and two brothers.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a time to be announced at a later date. Montano-Shea Funeral Home, 922 Main Street, Winsted has care of the arrangements.

If you wish, please visit the online guestbook at montano-shea.com.

03/29/2026

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03/27/2026

Mary “Nana” Seibold, 83, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, after a brief illness. She was the devoted wife of the late John H. Seibold, with whom she shared 39 wonderful years of marriage. Born on February 21, 1943, in Brooklyn, New York, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Mary Arnold.

Mary cherished her time with family and friends, never missing an opportunity for a late-night laugh, a dance to a favorite song, or a glass of wine with extra ice. She created countless memories around Sunday family dinners and holiday gatherings, especially Thanksgiving, where her cooking brought everyone together. She was especially known for her famous meatballs, which she lovingly prepared for her family and friends—whom she held so dear. Her family will forever cherish the moments spent together.

In 1977, Mary and John moved from Long Island to Riverton, Connecticut, with their three children. There, Mary built a career in customer service at Pitney Bowes, where she formed many lifelong friendships. Together, they laid the foundation of a close-knit family, many of whom remain in the local community today.

She is survived by her loving daughter, Kathleen Lippincott and her husband, Wayne, of Barkhamsted; her cherished grandchildren, Ryan Seibold and his wife, Caitlin, of Barkhamsted; Sarah Kosinski and her husband, Josh, of Myrtle Beach; Bobby Lippincott of Glastonbury; Johnny Lippincott of Barkhamsted; and Mackenzie Knavenshue and her husband, Cody, of Charlotte, NC. She also leaves four great-grandchildren, Owen and Liam Seibold, and Emma and Ian Kosinski; her sister, Ginny Judge of Wall, New Jersey; as well as many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her two sons, Kevin and Tommy Seibold; her grandson, Josh Seibold; and her sister, Pat Arnold.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Karla for her kindness and care over the past six years.

Friends may call on Friday, April 10, 2026, at Montano-Shea Funeral Home, 922 Main Street, Winsted, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Church in Winsted. Burial will be private and held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Josh Seibold Memorial Foundation, 15 Stirrup Lane, Barkhamsted, CT 06063, in support of diabetes research, or to ALS research at www.als.org.

03/26/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William Mangle, who peacefully departed from us on December 23, 2025, after a long illness. Born on April 4, 1944, town of Winsted, Connecticut, William was the son of late Carl and Elizabeth (Johnson) Mangle.

William, fondly known as "Bill" to many, was a man with kindness, generosity, and an unwavering willingness to help others. He was united in marriage to his beloved Catherine (Shopey) on May 31, 1966, and together they shared a life filled with love, laughter, and unwavering companionship until Catherine's passing. William's heart also carried the memory of his son Stephen, who predeceased him. William leaves behind a sister Nancy Strum; Brother-in law Robert Shopey’ his nieces Susan Stevens; Linday Russell; Erin Barnes; Amy Fields; Nicole Deloughery and nephews Robert Shopey Danny Shopey; and several grand nieces and nephews.

A skilled machinist by trade, William found joy and fulfillment in his work, eventually retiring from a tree service company. He was an avid fisherman and a woodworking master craftsman; creating pieces that were not just objects, but works of art.

For over two decades, William volunteered with the Winsted Fire Police Department, offering his time and energy to the community. As we bid farewell to William, we find solace in the memories we shared, and the love he bestowed.

Friends may call on what would have been his 82nd birthday, April 4, 2026, from 1 - 3PM at Montano-Shea Funeral Home, 922 Main Street, Winsted with a service at 3 PM with honor guard. Visit an online guestbook at montano-shea.com.

03/25/2026

Linda Patricia Ellis passed away peacefully at 91 years old on March 23, 2026. She was the devoted and loving wife of Gerald Ellis with whom she shared 70 years of marriage. Born on March 17, 1935 in Winsted, CT, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Martha (Turner) Thomas.

Linda dedicated many years of her life as a nurse’s aide at Highland Acres in Winsted caring for others. Above all else, she was a devoted mother to raising her three sons and caring for her grandchildren. With a natural green thumb, Linda’s garden was a reflection of the care and love she provided for her family.

In addition to her beloved husband, she leaves behind her two sons, Anthony Ellis and wife Susan of Florida and John Ellis and wife Melissa of Winsted. She will also be dearly missed by her cherished grandchildren, Rebecca Ellis of MA, Shelby Ellis and fiancé Taylor Ford of Falls Village, Jenna Skelly and husband Morgan of Torrington, John and Gianna Ellis of Winsted, Ronnie Hoos of MA and Andrew Hoos of Barkhamsted; as well as 2 great grandchildren, Weston and Skye; a brother, Robert Thomas and his wife Karen of Maryland, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her son, Gerald Ellis, Jr.; granddaughter, Jaclyn DeAngelo and brother Benjamin Thomas.

Linda will be remembered for her generosity and love for her family.

Graveside services will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at Wi******er Center Cemetery, Wi******er Center at 11 AM. Montano-Shea Funeral Home, 922 Main Street, Winsted has care of the arrangements. Visit an online guestbook at montano-shea.com

03/25/2026

BRISTOL -

Patricia K. Newcity, 90, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. She was the loving wife of the late Richard Alden Newcity who passed away in 2011. Born April 24, 1935 in Bristol; the daughter of the late Theodore and Stella (Danlowe) Kinosh.

Patricia graduated from St. Mary’s Nursing School and worked at Bristol Hospital and for the Red Cross most of her career. She also worked in Chicago as a private duty nurse when they lived there. She met her mother-in-law who was the Head Nurse and that is how she met the love of her life, Richard.

Patricia also mentored at the Bristol school. She loved gardening and travelling especially to Northern Ireland where they had lived for five years when her husband was in the Navy. She was a talented cook and loved cooking many special treats like pierogies for siblings and bread for friends and family.

The family would like to thank Aviva West Hartford for the great care she received and Haley Stirling from Accent Hospice Care for her compassion and kindness.

She is survived by her children, Andrew Newcity and wife Tara of New Hartford and Jennifer Pryde and husband Charles of FL; grandchildren, Emma Newcity, Julia Newcity, Katie Pryde and Ashley Pryde; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by her son, Mark Newcity and her eleven siblings.

Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Montano-Shea Funeral Home, 5 Steele Road, New Hartfordhas care of the arrangements. Visit an online guestbook at montano-shea.com.

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