All Obituaries

Albert Eugene Weston, Sr. Celebrating a Life Well Lived June 3, 1922 – March 3, 2026 “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race,  I have kept the faith.”                                                   2 ...

Gary Joseph Jordan of Middletown CT died peacefully at home on March 1, 2026, after a long and difficult journey with neurodegenerative disease. Gary was born to Arden and Alberta Jordan on May 24, 1944, in Springfield MA and was the first of seven children. He attended local primary schools, graduated from Cathedral High School and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from North Adams State College in 1966. With wanderlust in his heart, he then drove to the west coast — ...

Marie Jeanne Perrin Jarda, a devoted nurse, beloved chef, entrepreneur, and vibrant party host, passed away on February 26, 2026, at Middlesex Hospital in Middletown, Connecticut. Marie Jeanne was known for her boundless love of cooking, which she used as her love language. Alongside her nursing career, she poured her heart into every meal and every celebration. She was a no-nonsense, fiercely loving presence, always making sure you knew where you stood with her. Marie Jeanne was the ...

Maryann (Grabusky) Coburn O’Brien, 82, of Middletown, beloved wife of 45 years of David O’Brien, went home to the Lord peacefully on February 25, 2026. She was born in Norwich, CT to the late David and Dorothy Kilcollum Grabusky. Maryann attended school in Norwich and the Academy of the Holy Family in Baltic, graduating in 1961. Maryann leaves behind her beloved husband, David, and two loving sons, Bert Coburn and his wife Karin (Palm) Coburn of Waterford, and James Coburn and ...

Robert “Bob” Anthony Ceplenski June 13, 1945 – February 24, 2026 Bob Ceplenski, was a very loving and caring husband, father, father-in-law and grandfather. Bob was born in Middletown, CT in 1945 to Stephen & Mary Ceplenski. He was a graduate of Cromwell High School and was a road construction foreman for companies Costello & Santoro. Bob was a proud member of the National Guard from August 22, 1966 – September 22, 1969. Bob’s life was defined by his ...

John Bartell was born on October 2, 1959, in Florence County, South Carolina to the late John Henry Bartell, Sr. and Margaret (Kirk) Vinson. John took his last breath on February 19, 2026, at Middlesex Hospital surrounded by family and friends. John is survived by his five children; Damien White of Middletown, CT, Krystle Thomas of Waterbury, CT, Pierre Bartell of Middletown, CT, CeCe Davenport of Middletown, CT and Jovon Bartell of East Hartford, CT. His six siblings; Annie Goodwin of ...

  Rosa Gonzalez, 75, of Middletown, Connecticut, passed away unexpectedly on February 15, 2026. Born in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico. Rosa carried her strength, warmth, and deep love for family with her throughout her life. She later made her home in Middletown, where she built a life centered around family, friendship, and community. Rosa was the definition of selfless. She was incredibly caring and always there at the drop of a hat whenever someone needed her. She was the ...

SERVICE ARRANGEMENTS ARE NOW ON THURSDAY & ALL SERVICES ARE AT DOOLITTLE FUNERAL HOME   Natalio Roman Cosme, 90, of Rocky Hill, husband of Irma (Calderon Rivera) Roman Cosme passed away on February 14, 2026, at the Sargeant John F. Levitow Health Care Center.  Born in Comerio, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Juan and Isabel (Cosme) Roman. Natalio lived in Middletown most of his life and was a member of Saint Francis of Assisi Church.  He served in the U.S. Army ...

John Joseph Herbst, MD passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, in Essex, Connecticut at age 90. John was born on July 18, 1935, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Harry George Herbst and Franziska Brueggemann Herbst who, along with his wife Diana, daughter Melissa and brother Harry, preceded him in death. John was passionate about his career in pediatric gastroenterology. He received his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine, completed his residency at Cincinnati ...