Thompson Villager

Vol. XI, No. 13 Mailed free to requesting homes in Thompson Complimentary to homes by request (860) 928-1818/e-mail: [email protected] Friday, January 5, 2018

Friends of Assisi fired up over donation

BY OLIVIA RICHMAN received. All the checks Kevin Ide wanted to be NEWS STAFF WRITER we receive are such a big “more local.” That’s why help, but this was just he chose the Friends KILLINGLY — The over the top.” of Assisi Food Pantry, Dayville Fire Company The money raised by which serves the town of didn’t raise $1,000. Or the fire station will not Killingly. $2,000. Not $3,000. The only provide the commu- “Helping this commu- fire station raised an nity with food, but “fill in nity is what we do,” said astonishing $10,300 for any holes” there might Ide. “We have spaghetti the Friends of Assisi be in the pantry this time suppers to raise money. Food Pantry throughout of year. This can include We like to do local chari- the month of December. soap, laundry detergent, ties throughout the year. And the volunteers from health and beauty aids, We knew with budget Assisi couldn’t hide their and some winter clothing cuts at state level and shock and overwhelming items. the government taking gratitude when they were The fire station’s boot things away . . . We knew presented with the check. drive, which officially the food pantry would be “I feel I’m still in a state took place on Dec. 16, facing hard times, as well of shock,” said Director usually goes towards as the people using it.” Jean Cyr. “This is the the Tommy Toy Fund. biggest check we’ve ever But this year, Fire Chief Turn To DONATION page ­­­A12

Olivia Richman photos Friends of Assisi Food Pantry personnel react to the news of a $10,300 donation from the Heavy metal artist Dayville Fire Company.

BY OLIVIA RICHMAN NEWS STAFF WRITER

POMFRET — They may be made of metal, Fritz brings his artwork to Putnam but they’re full of personality. Artist Daniel C. Durand makes lamps and sculptures with something extra: Character. What started as just piles of scrap metal 20 years ago are now functional art pieces with spirit. “I have always liked doing artwork,” Durand said. “I took art classes when I was younger. I liked drawing, but I wasn’t good enough that I felt it was a creative outlet for me. But metalwork is natural for me.” I sat down with Durand to discuss his robotic wonders and find out more about his Olivia Richman photos inspiration. Sculpture and machinist Daniel C. Durand with one of his unique lamp sculptures at the Silver Circle. Olivia Richman photos Turn To DURAND page ­­­A12 Artist Jonathan Fritz with the pieces he has on display at the de la Terre Cafe in downtown Putnam. BY OLIVIA RICHMAN “Mother’s Garden” share the same Trucking toward NEWS STAFF WRITER traits. Bright. Cheerful. A positive memory he wants to express and share. PUTNAM — His work has been used But he also has painted pieces por- around New York City, in fundraisers, traying police brutality, a hard break- as murals, in businesses . . . and now up, and many other serious topics that a better New Year he’s brought his unique art style to have an emotional ooze dripping from BY OLIVIA RICHMAN downtown Putnam. them just by looking at them. NEWS STAFF WRITER Bright and bold are the best ways to Painting has always been an outlet describe Jonathan Fritz’s work. It’s not for Fritz. He grew up a self-taught artist in a POMFRET — a surprise that many of his whimsical family of artists. All four of his sisters Longmeadow and powerful pieces are inspirations are artists. So in 1996, he moved to New Automotive held its from childhood memories, past rela- York City with his ink drawings and “Piece of the Pie” car tionships, his family . . . some are even started doing small shows in the Big recycling fundraiser to inspired by overheard children’s con- Apple. give back to the commu- versations. “It was awesome,” he said of New nity on Dec. 13. The mon- There’s one piece up in his studio York. “My friends and I also used paint- ies raised will go to area — which is lined with his work — of ings for fundraisers. I also curated work non-profits including the a woman on a trapeze. It’s based on a for local artists, getting their work in Daily Bread food pantry, childhood memory of going to the cir- local cafes, bars and coffee shops.” the Putnam Elks, and cus as a child. An educated artist, Fritz’s sister soon Thompson Ecumenical “I think I was inspired by the color. convinced him to pick up a paint brush Empowerment Group The emotions that I felt at that particu- and start painting on a larger scale. (TEEG). And TEEG has lar moment,” said Fritz. “I just wanted “She liked my ink drawings,” he said. a very specific use for to share that, because it was really “But thought I would be able to commu- the money they received Olivia Richman photos bright and cheery. It made me feel real Rich and Karyn DiBonaventura have donated to multiple good.” Turn To TRUCKING ­­­A12 Turn To page charitable organizations. Paintings like “Willy Wonka” and FRITZ page ­­­A12 A2 • Friday, January 5, 2018 Villager Newspapers A community conducts itself with pride

BY OLIVIA RICHMAN NEWS STAFF WRITER

KILLINGLY — This is a story about community. About accepting others. Being kind. It’s a story about how the Killingly community rallied around Ryan Chatelle, and how his family has been in awe of the community they live in. On the first night of the Killingly High football season last fall Leo Chatelle brought his son, Ryan, to the game. Ryan, who has Down Syndrome, had slowly inched his way toward the band. Before long, recalled Leo Chatelle, his son was up there directing the band. “Being parents, we didn’t want to mess up their program,” said Leo. “But the band director and all the assis- tants and everybody in the band just Deb, Ryan, and Leo Chatelle embraced him. The crowd loved him. And the band director even gave him a shirt.” at the Killingly High School and the par- that won the town A 35 year-old who has always loved ent of somebody in the band just simply an award about 25 music, Ryan was very passionate about gave Ryan a Killingly band scarf. years ago. The fam- directing the band. And it showed. The family went to Community ily didn’t want him “People come up to us now and say, Cleaners to get Ryan some white gloves, in recess rooms. ‘Is that Ryan? Is he the band director?’” to look more professional as the band They wanted him said his mother, Deb Chatelle. “A lot director. And the business just donated to be with his class- of times, people were watching him the gloves to Ryan. mates and learn. instead of the game. Because he was “It’s great to see how Killingly and “We never treat- really pretty good. And fun to watch.” the community has accepted people ed him as handi- Courtesy photos Leo said the Killingly High School with intellectual disabilities as part of capped,” said Leo. Ryan Chatelle with Killingly High drum leaders Kory Seiden and Silvia band director, Jeff Ethier, the assistant, the community,” said Deb. “They want “And now the Cote. Kevin Plouffe, and drum leaders Kory to be treated like anybody else.” community hasn’t Seiden and Silvia Cote really took Ryan These kind deeds have continued to either.” “under their wing and let him do his happen throughout the community. Leo knows that the band could have Olivia Richman may be reached at thing with them.” “People are just really, really kind said no. But they didn’t. It was a simple (860) 928-1818, ext. 112 or by e-mail at Now, the Chatelles can’t go into the to him,” said Leo. “They’re so support- gesture that has meant so much more to [email protected] community without people knowing ive.” the Chantelle family than anyone could them, recognizing them. Leo said Ryan was the first child with have ever anticipated. Recently there was a big yard sale up Down Syndrome to be fully integrat- “We want to thank them for letting ed into school in Killingly, something him participate,” said Leo. Ex-Thompson official granted accelerated rehabilitation DANIELSON — Leo Adams, the former Thompson Public State’s Attorney Jennifer Barry. Barry said Adams asked Works director, who was accused of using town money to buy that the payloader be left off the receipt when the purchase a payloader for his own use, was granted a chance to erase was made. the offense from his record. On Dec. 21, Danielson Superior A town accounting led to its contacting the state police. The Court Judge John Newson approved an accelerated reha- police located the front-bucket loader on Adams’ property. bilitation program for Adams if he follows the terms of the Barry said the State’s Attorney office would not oppose the 18-month program which includes making restitution. court diversionary program as long as restitution is made If Adams stays out of trouble and pays the town of Thompson and since Thompson officials did not object. Adams’ lawyer, $5,000 within 12 months, the third-degree larceny will be Martin Weiss, said Adams, 63, should have the restitution dismissed. In September of 2016 Adams used $9,000 of town paid off within six months. money to purchase a forklift and payloader although he was only authorized to buy the forklift, according to Assistant Truppa to speak at Veterans Coffeehouse

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First Fridays street festival Accuracy Watch The Villager Newspapers is com- mitted to accuracy in all its news PUTNAM — The Putnam Business Canadas” formed in our region. Surely Zombie, or a Paul Bunyan Zombie? reports. Although numerous safe- Association will focus on the mosaic you’ve mange’ (eaten) Toutiere (meat Find your inner zombie artist, cre- guards are in place to ensure accu- of diverse local history and culture pie), Poutine (fries w/cheese curds ate and come dressed in costumes rate reporting, mistakes can occur. with a celebration of Northeastern & brown gravy), Pea Soup, Pouding inspired by your own family history Connecticut’s mill towns in the upcom- Chomeur (Poor Man’s Pudding.) and make it a frightfully fun evening! Confirmed fact errors will be cor- ing eighth season of the First Fridays August 3 celebrates Greek-Americans The fifth annual First Fridays post- rected at the top right hand corner downtown street festival in Putnam in as many Greeks arrived to work in er contest to represent the theme will of page A3 in a timely manner. 2018. textile mills. Popular Foods you may be announced in the coming months. If you find a mistake, call At the turn of the 19th century, have (eaten) are Spanakopita, Baklava, Artists of all ages are encouraged to (860) 928-1818 during normal busi- Samuel Slater introduced the concept Moussaka (casserole), and Souvlaki. create a “mosaic” showing off the ness hours. During non-business of inviting entire families to move to Sept. 7 celebrates Native-Americans, “Mill Town Mosaic and Cultural hours, leave a message in the edi- factory towns. Next to the factories, as there were originally many History” theme discovering Polish- houses were built for the new workers. small American Indian tribes in the American, African-American, tor’s voice mailbox. The editor will Company stores and company-financed Connecticut area, including the French-Canadian, Greek-American, return your phone call. civic buildings filled the streets of the Mohegan, Pequot, Niantic, Nipmuc, Native-America, and Scandinavian- towns. Mattabesic, Schaghticoke, Paugussett, American culture and how it has Visit the “Cultural Celebration and others. The name “Connecticut” impacted our region. Station” during First Fridays each is an Algonquian Indian word First Fridays month for a glimpse of the many cultur- Quinnehtukqut meaning “beside the continues to grow al mosaic pieces of the region. Here is long tidal river” or “long river” and in size and recog- the schedule: May 4 celebrates Polish- refers to the Connecticut River. nition, drawing BOGO – Buy one Americans, who came to New England Oct.5 celebrates Scandinavian- crowds in the in family groups to work in the facto- Americans, a broad group made up thousands from GYM MEMBERSHIP ries, primarily textile mills, and settled by the people of Finland, Sweden & near and far, in neighborhoods with large Slavic pop- Norway. Finnish immigrants began and has trans- ulations. Discover cultural topics like to settle in Connecticut in the 1920s formed into an Get the second person “Śmigus-Dyngus” (Wet Monday), share and Grosvenordale boasted a rich award-winning your Pierogi and Gobalki recipes and Swedish population. If you’ve attend seasonal event. more. Scandinavian holiday gatherings you For more infor- FREE* June 1 celebrates African-Americans may have maistui (tasted) Gravlax mation on First spanning the earliest years of the (salmon), Pickled Herring, Isterband Fridays, and all December 26 to January 10th state’s colonization around 1630 con- (Swedish sausage), and Semla (car- things to discov- tinuing strongly to this day. Learn how damom bun w/whipped cream. Oct. er in Putnam, • 24 hour option Connecticut’s official “State Heroine” 5 also welcomes back First Fridays’ visit http://www. • Large Selection of cardio and strength impacted history, and find out where own unique culture of Zombies during discoverputnam. • Limit one month* the Connecticut Freedom Trail location the wildly popular Zombie Fashion com. is in Putnam. show. Zombie costume possibilities • Personal trainers July 6 celebrates French Canadian- are endless with our cultural mosaic Americans, and the many “Little theme! Imagine Heidi the Scandinavian Karate for my grandson and a 24 hour gym membership for my husband and me. Perfect! Flexer calls for rollback of Medicare cuts Donna Lahaie

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Name: Amanda Anderson What’s the best part about your town? You can feel as though you live Occupation: Administrative far away from the hustle and bustle, Coordinator at Berkshire Hathaway but you are actually just minutes away! Being able to go to downtown Putnam Lives in: Thompson and walk around, but then go home and sit on our deck looking over the Family: Husband, Travis land we own in the peace and quiet gives the best of both worlds. Pets: Dog named Tucker, Cat named Bud and chickens! Who has been the greatest influence in your life? My parents! They have How long have you lived in the area? taught me everything I know, how to Lived in Killingly for 22 years, moved work hard, be a great person, have fun, to Thompson from there and live a great life. They’ve taught me the importance of being strong Do you have a favorite food? Ice through the tough times, and enjoying cream! the great times!

What is currently your favorite TV Who is your favorite musical artist? Show? The Big Bang Theory Chris Stapleton What is your favorite travel desti- nation? Anywhere up north-New What is the greatest piece of advice Hampshire, Vermont, upstate New you have ever been given? Just Amanda Anderson York breathe, what should be will be. Favorite Sports Team: Patriots Each week we will be celebrating a local resident. If you would like to suggest a resident to celebrate here, please send Charlie an email at [email protected]. For a list of Selfie questions please e-mail [email protected] Caron Earns Westview Employee of the Month DAYVILLE — Lifelong Dayville resident Brenda Caron was named Westview Health Care Center’s Employee of the Month for December. Caron has been employed at Westview since May 2002 and works within the facility’s kitchen as a dietary aide. Daughter of Arthur and Carol Hughes, Caron lives in Dayville with her husband of 32 years, Ron, with their faith- ful Golden Retriever companion, Red. As a diehard fan of Bruce Springsteen, she prides herself in having seen him several times and hopes that Santa Claus will leave tickets to the Springsteen on Broadway 2018 Broadway tour for Christmas. Courtesy photo She also enjoys spending time Brenda Caron outdoors working in her flower beds as well as baking treats, “I feel very honored to be and joyful person,” said David T. which she often brings into employee of the month for Panteleakos, Westview admin- work for her fellow coworkers, the second time in 15 years,” istrator. “Her gentle nature and residents and patients. It would said Caron. “I work with a fun constant positivity aids in her be amiss to neglect how fond group of people in the dietary ability to uplift the spirits of she is of spending time with her department and all the staff at everyone that she encounters family and her new great-niece, Westview is very friendly and here at Westview.” Kaydence Farner. outgoing.” “Brenda is an extremely giving

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Courtesy photo Second Grade student Ja’von Arrington presented a thank you note to American Legion Post #13 following the five-week reading program that was recently concluded. Pictured with Arrington (l to r) are Legion members Roger Franklin, Ronald P. Coderre, Barbara Smith and Alan Joslin

PUTNAM — Putnam Elementary School Principal Kate Colavecchio recently invited eight veterans of American Legion Post No. 13 to work with second grade students on a reading program. The eight, Commander Ronald P. Coderre, Al Cormier, Marc Coderre, Sr., Alan Courtesy photo Joslin, Roger Franklin, Barbara Smith, Cosmo Quercia and Richard Tremblay American Legion Post #13 of Putnam presented a certificate of appreciation to Putnam were asked to work with the students in a unique reading program. The program, Elementary School Principal Kate Colavecchio following the five-week program with the as formatted by Principal Colavecchio, entailed a once per week half-hour session school’s 2nd grade students. From left, Alan Joslin, Cosmo Quercia, Ronald P. Coderre, where the vets read to and listened to the students as they read from their favorite Principal Colavecchio, Barbara Smith and Roger Franklin. books. “Having the veterans come to school has been a positive experience for our sec- in the young students, while participating in an academic program outside of the ond-graders. The kids have enjoyed the respite from the routine of the classroom normal classroom environment. Each week the vets met with different students in and the opportunity to share their favorite books with the men and women of Post small groups of three to five kids. 13. I marvel at how well this program has worked for a first-time venture,” said “This experience has been so much fun,” said Navy veteran Alan Joslin, who Colavecchio. served in Vietnam. “I think I’ve learned as much as kids. 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Topics a refresher on computer use. ing online, including the use tical confidence-building tips 60-second “elevator pitch” to include thinking like an January 5 (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.) of job search engines, email- that can make a significant introduce yourself to potential employer, strategies for devel- Health Careers Orientation ing employers, and attach- difference in being the right employers. Explore how to oping essential parts of the – An overview of in-demand ing and inserting résumés to candidate. January 12 (9 a.m. identify or create a network- résumé, keywords, relevant careers in healthcare, job skills online applications and emails. – 2 p.m.) ing opportunity and effectively vs. irrelevant information, and available certificate and January 11 (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.) Introduction to Microsoft engage during a networking formatting, cover letters. degree programs. Also receive Ticket to Work Orientation Word – In this two-day work- opportunity. Useful for all job- January 25 (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.) information about financial – Designed for Social Security shop learn how to create a doc- seekers that are unfamiliar or assistance. January 9 (4 – 5:30 beneficiaries wanting to return ument, save it to a disk, open out of practice with network- p.m.) to work and become financial- and close it, make changes, and ing, and those that are using

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SCHOOLS AND THE PUBLIC are encouraged to submit items for inclusion on the Learning Page. The deadline is noon Monday. Send all items to Editor Charlie Lentz at LEARNING [email protected]. TMHS ensemble performs at Westview

DAYVILLE — Tourtellotte Memorial High School’s Modern Music Ensemble returned to Westview Health Care Center on Dec. 12 for or its annual holiday themed musical performance in the facility’s Formal Dining Room. Kate Anderson, music director at TMHS, led 11 of students from her honors level performance class, Modern Music Ensemble, in an hour-long holiday performance for the residents and patients of Westview. The group sang several traditional holiday favorites including “Silent Night”, “Little Drummer Boy” and “Run, Run Rudolph”. The students also performed multiple soloist acts as well as a beautiful- ly arranged original song titled, “Stay With Me,” which was entirely written and composed by the group. “We love to come out and perform for our community members,” Anderson said. “This is a real-life musical experience for them and I’m so proud of what this tal- ented group of artists have achieved.” “TMHS Modern Music Ensemble is a holiday staple for the residents, patients and staff here at Westview,” said David T. Panteleakos, Westview administrator. “Although the students vary from year to year, the arrangement and presentation, Courtesy photo to the credit of Mrs. Anderson’s direction, is always top-notch and beautifully Tourtellotte Memorial High School’s modern music ensemble performed at Westview. orchestrated.” Quinebaug Middle College Woodstock Academy longtime trustee passes WOODSTOCK — Woodstock Academy announced its community was saddened by the loss of longtime trustee, Robert Holland, who passed away on Sunday, attains accreditation Dec. 24. A memorial service was held for Holland at Woodstock Academy’s Bates Memorial Auditorium on Dec. 28. Holland demonstrated his commitment to DANIELSON — EASTCONN’s pub- Accreditation also assures colleges and Woodstock Academy and its mission by serving as a trustee for almost 30 years. lic magnet high school, Quinebaug universities about the quality and valid- “Bob was a leading voice in the expansion of the Academy to two campuses and Middle College, has attained accredita- ity of a high school graduate’s academic will be remembered as a valuable member of our community,” said Head of School tion by the New England Association history during the college application Christopher Sandford. of Schools and Colleges following a sev- process. More about Holland’s pursuits as a writer and other interests can be found at en-year-long, process of self-study and “Going through the challenging frosthollowpub.com/about. In lieu of flowers, Holland’s family has requested that assessment that included the participa- NEASC process that started seven gifts be made to the Woodstock Academy Foundation. Donations may be made at tion of students, staff and community years ago, culminating with a deep self- woodstockacademy.org/giving. members. study and a three-day visit from the NEASC recently notified EASTCONN NEASC Review Committee, has already that QMC (located on the Quinebaug improved QMC as a learning communi- in Putnam. The book, released this sum- Valley Community College campus in ty and in many meaningful ways,” said Putnam business mer, features one martial arts teacher Danielson) has earned NEASC accred- QMC Principal Gino LoRicco. “I am so from each art. The book focuses on itation. Most public high schools in proud of the work that our students, actions and insights of the world’s clas- Connecticut are NEASC-accredited. families, staff, EASTCONN and QVCC owner featured in sical fighting styles. Each teacher was QMC is a public magnet high schools, have engaged in thus far in our journey, asked to demonstrate one technique open to all eastern Connecticut students and I look forward to the work that’s that exemplified their respective art. in grades 9-12. now before us.” martials arts book Each teacher was asked to provide a NEASC is an independent, voluntary, Last spring, a nine-member NEASC PUTNAM — Grandmaster Mike synopsis describing the strategies and non-profit membership organization visiting committee assessed the school. Bogdanski was recently featured in the philosophies of the art they are pro- that connects and serves over 2,000 pub- QMC enrolls non-traditional learners book “Modern Masters of the Martial ficient in, along with a few words of lic and independent schools, colleges who seek more control over their edu- Arts”. Bogdanski and Kristin Duethorn wisdom. and universities in New England, as cational program. While earning their are the co-owners of Quest Martial Arts well as International Schools in more QMC high school degree, students may than 65 nations. A globally recognized, attend QVCC college courses and earn research-driven standard of excel- free college credits toward an associ- lence, NEASC accreditation attests ate’s degree. Learn more at www.east- to a school’s quality and integrity. conn.org/qmc, or call (860) 932-4040. V­ illager Newspapers Friday, January 5, 2018 • A7 Woodstock Academy’s Hill Singers perform at Mohegan Sun

BY OLIVIA RICHMAN Pentatonix on the weekend of NEWS STAFF WRITER Dec. 9-10. Performing tradition- al Christmas carols, as well WOODSTOCK — Woodstock as an updated jazz version of Academy’s Hill Singers were “Jolly Old St. Nick” and “We offered the opportunity of a life- Three Kings,” which featured time late last year: The chance three different soloists, it was a to perform at Mohegan Sun in very proud moment for Ranta. front of 6,000 people, opening “Some were a little nervous, for world-renowned acapella but they didn’t let it stop them,” pop group Pentatonix. she said. “They went out there “This is the biggest crowd and really owned it.” we’ve ever performed for,” said The 19 students met with Director Amy Ranta. “And we Pentatonix briefly. Ranta said had a great response from the the kids were “over the moon.” crowd. There was a lot of cheer- They all had their own stories ing and hooting and hollering. of what Pentatonix said to It was a great experience.” them, or what they wish they The Woodstock Hill Singers had said to the pop group. came across this amazing “As a teacher it was awe- concert experience through a some watching them experi- Courtesy photo contest. They sent recordings ence this,” Ranta said. “I hope Woodstock Academy’s Hill Singers performed at the Mohegan Sun. of themselves singing and for- it was inspirational. I hope it’s warded it to Pentatonix. something they’ll have with it was something she had to do day that we found out that moments,” she said. “You have Ranta said it took a while to them their whole life.” for the rest of her life. Leading we got the gig, the kids – on most kids from freshmen to hear back so they had began This is Ranta’s 18th year the Woodstock Academy Hill their own – said, ‘Well, we’re senior year. I really get to see to “write it off.” So when she teaching vocals at Woodstock Singers is an added bonus to rehearsing after school today.’ the kids grow. And become received an e-mail she had to Academy, where she is also the her career, where she gets to do They wanted to get to a level of young adults. That’s a big priv- read it three or four times to Fine Arts department head. more challenging music with excellence for the show.” ilege, I feel.” make sure she was reading it “I love my job, period,” she passionate students. She gets to It’s moments like that that correctly. said. know the kids better, pushing make being a teacher exciting Olivia Richman may be The Woodstock Hill Singers In high school, Ranta was them to do their best. for Ranta. reached at (860) 928-1818, ext. had been chosen to open for very passionate about music. “They were absolutely ready “The great thing about being 112 or by e-mail at olivia@stone- She knew quite early on that for this show,” she said. “The a music teacher are those ‘A-ha’ bridgepress.com Grochowski is in Tourtelotte’s spotlight THOMPSON — Tourtellotte what motivates me. I want to be better After college, or even while I’m attend- Memorial High School’s Student than the person I was yesterday and ing, I would love to go to as many Spotlight program recognizes a student I want to see the world in the future,” places that I can so that I have stories who has demonstrated outstanding Grochowski said. to tell,” Grochowski said. “As cliche as achievement, character, leadership, Grochowski actively participates it is, live every moment like it’s your attitude, and/or contributions to the in the TMHS community. In school, last. Make adventure for yourself, and school and community. December’s Grochowski is a part of the Student do it all with people that you love. Do Student Spotlight honoree was sopho- Leadership Team, and she also assists things that make you happy. Surround more Desiree Grochowski. several teachers during her study halls. yourself with the people that help you “Desiree is an extraordinary young “She has volunteered to assist both grow. Learn all that you can but have woman. Not only is she an outstanding myself and Ms. Sobanski in our classes. fun while doing it. Someone very close student--she strives for excellence in all She is always willing to provide help to to my heart once told me that, ‘A day of her classes — but she also goes above her peers. In addition to her academic without a smile is a day wasted.’ ” and beyond in all that she does,” said abilities, she also has such a big heart “Words cannot fully express how TMHS teacher Jenna LaFlamme. for her classmates,” LaFlamme said. worthy she is of this recognition,” Courtesy photo “The person I was yesterday and the “I’ve always wanted to travel the LaFlamme said. Desiree Grochowski person I want to be in the future is world to get the most I can out of life. Arc: Grant Funds provided to The Arc Quinebaug Valley PUTNAM — Thanks to a grant “The Community Foundation- Susan Desrosiers, executive director of received from The Community Northeast Connecticut Women and The Arc. Foundation-Northeast Connecticut Girls Fund continues to make a dif- The Arc provides programs for indi- Women and Girls Fund, The Arc ference at The Arc Quinebaug Valley. viduals with intellectual, developmen- Quinebaug Valley will be able to contin- These grant funds will be used for sup- tal and other life-affecting disabilities. ue a curriculum of classes on positive plies and technology that will enhance Vocational, residential, recreation, choices and healthy relationships for a program The Arc currently offers, education, day and retirement services individuals with intellectual and devel- which empowers women and girls to offer opportunities for people with dis- opmental disabilities. make positive choices and gain knowl- abilities to reach their goals and be Grant funds in the amount of $2,679 edge of healthy relationships, domestic integral members of their community. were provided to The Arc Quinebaug violence, family economic security, and Valley on Dec. 7 at the Northeast more. We are extremely thankful to Connecticut Women and Girls Fund have the opportunity to continue this Founder’s Event. curriculum of classes in 2018.” Said

Courtesy photo From left, Mallory Moreau, The Arc’s director of education and train- ing, Pam Brown, chairperson of the grant committee, and Crystal Simonson, The Arc’s community outreach coordinator.

CAT HOLLOW BRIDGE INSTALLED Courtesy photo DAYVILLE — A bridge was recently completed that now crosses the Whetstone Brook and allows access to the trails on the oppo- site side Cat Hollow Park. Conservation folks have been working from time to time on trails there, but now with the bridge in place, extra helpers will be needed. Cat Hollow Park is now even more handicapped accessi- ble with views of the dams, scenic babbling brook and mill ponds. To find the new bridge, follow the “Picnic Area” sign down to 35 foot dam site. Cat Hollow Park is between Dog Hill Road and Valley Road in the Dayville area of Killingly.

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Telephone: (860) 928-1818 again Fax: (860) 928-5946 My understanding is that www.villagernewspapers.com Opinion and commentary from the Quiet Corner OPINION he started a luncheon ser- vice with $1,500 from savings and $3,500 borrowed from friends. Using converted LETTERS TO THE EDITOR taxi cabs for catering he set More chips out to make a living. Soon he noticed that 40% of his It’s a new year and there is no short- revenues were coming from age of advice about what to give up. coffee and doughnut sales. Time to quit eating red meat or mer- Reader against community college consolidation So, in 1948 he tried again cury laden fish. Time to cut cable TV. To the editor: with students, encouraging them and often and estab- Time to cancel unread magazines. So solving problems. Because it is their school, lished a many good ideas, but not my way to The Board of Regents didn’t fool too the generous people of this community have restau- welcome this new year. I don’t want to many people. “Students First” is a market- contributed their hard earned dollars so that rant quit as much as I want to add more. We ing designed name for an awful idea which no student has graduated from QVCC in the that sold are only going around once and there results in Community College consolidation last six years with any federal debt! How will dough- is so much more to do, to embrace and and “shared/regionalized” college leader- it work to have someone from Hartford, not nuts and to enjoy. ship. This “proposal” was a fete accompli as our local President, try to have this imme- coffee in In 2018 I’m going to embrace my short- soon as it was presented to some of the public diate availability to local people, businesses Quincy, comings with the blasted computer and (very quietly under the radar). A number of and organizations? MA, and realize that I erase articles I’ve just “Town Meetings” were arranged to let the Students First purportedly will save mil- Beyond he called edited. There are many talented people locals blow off some steam but from the first, lions of dollars but Mr. Ojakian, the spokes- it the who can help me. Some seem to be from this plan was going to be implemented unal- person for the Board of Regents, refuses to the Open elsewhere, and one group calls me every tered. Few, if any, of the Community College give specifics about how this is to be accom- Kettle. A afternoon around 5. Their feelings are Presidents, Deans or Department Heads who plished no matter who asks or how many Pews few years never hurt when I shout into the phone know how these facilities work, or the public times the question is presented. Asked by later he they must never call me again. They are who had fought so long and hard to get a com- students, how their lives will be better, the made yet one of the most dependable aspects of JOHN another munity college for their area were allowed answer was they will have better lunches and HANSON life, so I may as well appreciate them. any input into this college consolidation plan. be able to seamlessly transfer to other schools change— I’ll embrace technology in the new year. What this plan will accomplish is to take in the system (less than two percent ever the name. The local food movement has brought the COMMUNITY out of the community col- ask). That will work if they have a car, money To better reflect his menu us excellent produce and lege system. for gas or money for an apartment near the he and his team chose the meat from animals who I have experienced Quinebaug Valley new school. These are community colleges. name Dunkin’ Donuts. Five lead happy lives. In the Community College in Danielson for thirteen I know the state is in real financial trouble years later he did something new year I will contin- years now as a volunteer and have served but let’s not take a system that works and that was not being widely ue to eat local delicious eight years on the QVCC Foundation. I know bury it in a new layer of state bureaucracy practiced; he began selling food including a brand of how tightly this school is woven into the that in the future will cost more and be less franchises. New England potato chips fabric of the towns of the Quiet Corner of CT. effective than what we have now. Please, leg- His name was William that never fail to please. I see how the school, through its President islators and Connecticut taxpayers: demand Rosenberg, and his flex- For years I have counted and other officials, is out in the community a true public hearing on this “Student First” ibility and his willingness out 12 chips and savored listening to the needs of the hospital, nursing plan. Don’t let this Board of Regents’ plan to keep trying paid off them. I’m going to add homes, pharmacies, manufacturing compa- dismantle local control of our community big. There are now 11,300 NANCY WEISS three more and make it nies, listening to the need for support services colleges. Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants an even 15. The additional for veterans, the needy and the hungry. I see in 47 countries. They serve chips balance off the paleo three million customers at the President and other dedicated people Bill Brower meals I prepare for my husband who day. That means 1.7 billion (who will lose their jobs), interfacing daily Woodstock decided to embrace his inner cave man. cups of coffee per year—that We are eating cauliflower rice, so Cape is an average of 30 per sec- Cod chips are a necessity. Eastford reader questions tax plan ond. In 2016, their U.S. fran- Saving money is a good thing, but chises sold $828.89 million I plan to enjoy more cups of soup and worth of coffee and dough- fancy coffees at local places. Every time To the editor: wouldn’t make any promises about how the nuts. I drop by one of the welcoming cafes and extra money would be handled. You needed While not every such restaurants in the area, I run into some- Imagine your employer came to you and to leave that up to him as a captain of indus- endeavor becomes a bur- one I know or meet someone new. When other employees and said that although the try. Furthermore, after thinking about this geoning business, there is I sit alone reading or writing, I stop what company has been very profitable these past a little more, he decided that the employees something to be said for I am doing and enjoy the guilty pleasure 7-8 years (in fact, the company has more should share in the bounty, so, some modest adjusting to life and trying of overhearing other conversation. The cash reserves than ever), he has not made as raises would be part of the deal, but they again. It is reassuring to best are between two people, but I’ll lis- much money as he had hoped for, and as he would have to expire in 7 years to ensure see that it can be done. It ten to a cellphone chat and imagine the deserves for being a job creator. As a result, that the company remained solvent. What a is often the fourth or fifth person on the other end. I admire people he had a proposal for his employees, for deal, right? When asked how he ever came idea or the third or fourth who work in the hospitality business. the good of everyone. He proposed that all up with such an interesting idea, he replied attempt at business that It’s hard work and they have to smile at employees should take out personal loans to that the new “tax reform” legislation for the finally takes hold. everyone. finance a major and record setting increase middle class was his model! This simple, but power- I plan to read more books including in company profitability. With this new ful concept is even more audiobooks. Our local libraries have increased and extravagant level of profit- Tom Hughes important to remember in Hoopla, a system that allows patrons to ability, he might offer an increase in wages, Eastford our personal lives. The best borrow music, movies, videos and books or might buy new equipment, or maybe he of people, who are living for free. If you don’t live on a town road would just buy another vacation home. He honest and principled lives, or have a child in public school, the go through periods of dif- library may be the only thing you get Reader objects to another reader’s objections ficulty. Not every venture for your tax dollar. Beside, our libraries seems productive. Setbacks are places where we meet our neigh- To the editor: evangelizing? Do they hand out tracts at the are inevitable. Life is often bors, something that we need to do more airport? Do they own powerful television brutal. But, there is hope often. My book club read “Clementine: I found Mr. Stanley Koleszar’s letter to the networks as well as the Republican Party? that the next effort will bring The Life of Mrs. Winston Churchill”. editor in the December 8 Villager edition to Do they write scathing letters and articles for better returns. Here is how Try it for a new perspective. be highly educational. I did not know that the the local paper condemning Christianity? Do the Bible says it: “Plant Most of all, I plan to be more empathic. Villager has a duty to report on Christians they widely and openly complain that nobody your seed in the morning It is easy to be critical, easily annoyed, only! Nor did I realize that during Advent respects their beliefs and traditions and that and keep busy all afternoon, disappointed with the people around the Villager is obligated to present stories their views must be presented in the media for you don’t know if profit us. I may bite my tongue until it bleeds, only about Christian spirituality, and if the on every issue? This is news to me! will come from one activity but I’m going to try to look at life from Villager ventures into reporting on other But Mr. Koleszar is right about one thing. or another—or maybe both.” more than my own, limited point of view forms of spirituality it must include a full Absolutely no relatives of small local news- (Ecclesiastes 11:6 NLT) Life and say something affirming whenever I Evangelical Christian theological critique of paper employees should be allowed to make is not a destination, it is have the chance. One truth about life is the beliefs in question. Who knew it is wrong the paper. Is the editor’s kid on the honor a journey that consists of that it ends. This past year I lost several to “politely interview” Wiccans rather them roll? Don’t report it! Is the assistant editor’s many new tries. close friends. The quality of their rela- rake them over the coals as Christians literal- first cousin president of the school board? January 1, 2018 was the tionships, the friendships they fostered ly once did to their ancestors? Then no school board reporting! Did a sales perfect time to try again. are very real legacies. Empathy, grati- If I remember right, Christians murdered rep’s house burn down? Forget about writing New Year’s resolutions may tude and a dose of patience are qualities approximately 9 million men, women, and that up! God forbid the child of a newspaper seem old fashioned, but I want more of in the coming year. children over a period of 600 years because employee be so remarkable that an interest- starting fresh is something I plan to hold the door for young moth- these suspicious folk were accused of consort- ing article could be written about her. The we all need to do from time ers with little kids. I will wait patiently ing with the devil and doing his work. Which very thought gives me palpitations. Someone to time. Try a new devo- when someone takes their time order- is strange, because pagans do not believe in bring me the smelling salts! tional approach. Try attend- ing at a counter. I won’t sigh when the the devil. And historians are now discovering Those of us who are Christians may be ing church regularly. Try check-out person can’t get the scanner to that the vast majority of these executions took unaware that the winter solstice, Dec. 21, becoming a part of a support read the bar code. All the old resolutions place not because witchcraft was widespread, has been a holy day for indigenous and most group. Give yourself anoth- of what to give up will be replaced by a but so local parishes and magistrates could pre-Christian religions going back to the er chance. Give other people few big ones for more. More compas- acquire the wealth the accused left behind. I dawn of humanity. Many still celebrate it another chance. Ask God for sion, more community, more empathy guess this is the kind of thing that happens today. Christians do not hold a monopoly on His direction as you launch and yes, more chips. when Christians rule politics: witch hunts. December--please be kind and share it! into a new year. “His mer- I was also surprised to learn that Wiccans cies are new every morning” are a “competitive challenge to the Kingdom Jane Larson (Lamentations 3:23) and He of God”. Really? Do they go door to door Woodstock is the God of second chances. Letters to the Try again! Woodstock reader advocates for road tolls Bishop John W Hanson editor may be To the editor: Additionally more than half of all states have oversees Acts II Ministries in tolls on their highways, and it is time that Thompson. For more infor- e-mailed to For almost 30 years now, there have been Connecticut jumped back on board. mation, please visit www. no tolls on Connecticut’s highways. This is Massachusetts alone rakes in around 400 ActsII.org. charlie@villager because in 1983 a truck driver crashed into a million dollars in road tolls each year and line of cars waiting at the Stratford toll plaza, with spending on the rise in Hartford, high- newspapers.com killing seven people. This horrible accident way tolls may be a new source of revenue. was used by Connecticut’s toll opponents to These new revenues may be deployed to pressure lawmakers to abolish road tolls, help defray the State’s infrastructure repair with the reasoning that they posed a public costs and help to improve the service and safety hazard. rest plazas on the State’s highways. As an Please include However, since the 1980’s toll collecting added bonus, if Connecticut invested in her technology has advanced significantly. In infrastructure it would attract business that your place of the early 1980’s you had to stop and pay the would also generate new tax revenue and road tolls with cash. Then it evolved into pay- create new jobs. residence and ing with tokens, where you had to slow down As a Republican I am one of the last people and throw them into a receptacle. Today all who would want to hand over more money phone number you need is an E-ZPass, you don’t even have to the government. However, the cost to the to slow down to pay the toll, you can just keep State of Connecticut to implement a system of for verification. on going. If you don’t have an E-Zpass you road tolls would be very low, and the benefits will simply receive a bill in the mail from the are large. I advise the State of Connecticut Letters must be government. to invest in such a system immediately, and Due to these advances in technology, pub- start reaping the rewards. TOUCH DOWN! received by noon lic safety is no longer an issue when it comes to collecting tolls and the State would William French CHECK OUT not require more employees to man toll Woodstock on Tuesdays. booths. The costs of implementing a toll THE SPORTS ACTION! system would be very small to the State. V­ illager Newspapers Friday, January 5, 2018 • A9 Another cold spell in the winter of 1873 Recently Olive Blevins sent left a message in regards to R. in Concord, N.H. I’m sure many of you also an email with a little about B. Greene’s Transportation “When the weather turns have memories of cold winters Michael’s Market, which I (Richard B.) on Maple cold, I periodically like to from days gone by. Please take mentioned a few weeks ago. Street. Entries for the busi- Killingly refer back to The Diaries time to share them. We have She said, “If I am not mistak- ness occur in the Killingly at of Dr. Hill 1851-1896, edited no list of them at the Killingly en, the Michael in Michael’s Business Encyclopedia from 300 by Marcella Pasay, since I Historical Center. Market was Michael Pappas. 1957 through 1998. Do any of remember seeing numerous I’ve mentally begun compil- Before it was Michael’s, it was you recall when he operated weather entries including ing a list of topics for future Foodarama owned by a Mr. a gas station on Maple Street? MARGARET some about frigid stretches. Villager articles. If you have Dube.” A check of Natalie According to memories of WEAVER One such period apparently memories you’d care to share Coolidge’s Killingly Business Edmond A. LaFantasie in gripped the region the end or topics you’re interested in, Encyclopedia added the follow- the Business Encyclopedia of 1872 and the beginning of please let me know by email- ing about Michael’s Market: this would have been about to the destroyed structure and 1873. “Sunday, December ing me or by contacting the “Brothers Michael and George 1954-56. (Carleen, your num- an apartment above suffered 29. Pleasant but not so cold as Killingly Historical Center. Pappas bought a Big Dollar ber was missing from your call broken windows and some it has been for ten days past. Winter Weather Closings: In Store in August 1980 which was so please call the Center again water damage.” “The near-zero The mercury has been at zero the case of inclement weather, their third store to be a market. and leave it. Thank you). temperatures turned the water most of the time and but little check to see if the Killingly The store burned in April 1981. Our stretch of bitter cold streaming from the fire hoses above and has been as low as Historical Center is closed. Brother Carl Pappas became weather made me turn to my into ice almost as soon as it hit –6 degrees. Good sleighing.” Volunteers wanted: Are you part owner and the store was Villager archives since I knew the air and a heavy coat of ice Then on January 17, 1873 there an accurate typist? Would you rebuilt and opened for busi- that I’ve mentioned other cold built up in the street, on build- was hard rain. Late January like to hone some office skills? ness again in April 1984. The spells. Since my readership ings and firefighting appara- brought more cold weather--- If so, the Killingly Historical 22,000 sq. ft. store is more than varies, I think some will bear tus and even the firefighters Friday, January 31st: “Pleasant Center could be the perfect twice the size of the old one. repeating. Perhaps you’ll themselves.” For a photo of the all day. Cold. Mercury –20 fit for you. Any help would The supermarket will be open remember some especially fire-ravaged block see Images degrees at 4 a.m. The cold- be appreciated. To volun- 7 days a week with Carl Pappas cold December and January of America Killingly Revisited est night since January 17, teer, please call the Killingly as manager.” Bernie Mitchell day. The following was from a by Natalie L. Coolidge, p. 54. 1837. Milder tonight. Mercury Historical Center at (860) 779- commented that the first January 2014 column. “Harold Blumenthal was able +12 degrees with hazy atmo- 7250, email Director Elaine Michael’s Market was locat- “The following are extracts to salvage a portion of his stock sphere.” Hopefully we’ll see Tenis at Elaine@killinglyhis- ed in Canterbury at the cor- from the January 15, 1970 and made plans to reopen his nothing like that! I cannot torical.org. or stop in at the ner of Routes 14 and 169. The Windham County Transcript. business in the former S & S imagine thinking that a day Center. building is still standing. Does I’m sure many of you recall this Electronics Store at the oppo- with 20 below temperatures anyone know were the third tragedy. “Over 100 Firemen site end of Main Street, oppo- was a pleasant one! Margaret M. Weaver Killingly Michael’s Market was located? Battle Blaze; Police Save site the Town Hall.” I also remember cold win- Municipal Historian, January If so, please email me or contact Several Lives. Spontaneous “Did you pick up on the ters during the late 1970’s or 2018. Special thanks to Doug the Killingly Historical Center. action and deeds of heroism pre- reference to the bitter cold in 1980’s. When my children Flannery, Bernie Mitchell, Olive The earliest entry in the vented a disaster from becom- the article about the Keystone were young, we would drive Blevins, Carleen Sabourin, and Business Encyclopedia for Big ing a tragedy in the early morn- block fire? That brought to to Pennsylvania between Ted Sabourin for information Dollar was from the September ing hours of Friday, January mind what Claire and Ted Christmas and New Year’s to used in this column. For addi- 9, 1971 Windham County 9, when the Keystone building Sabourin had told me about visit with both families. One tional information email me at Transcript. Society President on Main Street was destroyed the day they were married — year the temperatures were [email protected] Doug Flannery said that he by fire, leaving twelve persons January 15, 1955. It was 18 bitter cold with highs in the or visit the Killingly Historical worked there when he was in homeless and several business below, and that evening it also single digits and below zero Center Wed. or Sat. 10-4 or high school. establishments wiped out… snowed (several conversations; temperatures at night. I think www.killinglyhistorical.org. Olive Blivens also rem- Destroyed in the blaze were latest 1/3/14). that was the year we spent or call (860) 779-7250. Like us inisced about Mickey’s. “I two ground-floor business- “Next day---Well I’m shiv- one night then turned around at Facebook at www.facebook. remember Mickey’s very well. es, Buddy’s Tavern owned ering in my shoes with this and came home because we com/killinglyhistoricalsociety. I lived on Mechanic Street in by Robert Streich and Ye Old morning’s sub-zero tem- were worried about the pipes Mail for the Killingly Historical the 1960’s. Mickey was such Washboard self-service laun- peratures (January 4, 2014). freezing. My brother-in-law & Genealogical Society, Inc. or a kind, pleasant man. Every dry, owned by Joseph Shiman Marilyn Labbe said that it was ended up dropping a light bulb the Killingly Historical Center child could count on a slice of of Canterbury.” Also damaged 5 below at her house in Moosup down in the pump house at my should be sent to P.O. Box 265, white American cheese from in the fire was Bargain Supply and radio in Putnam reported 6 in-laws to help keep the pump Danielson, Connecticut 06329. Mickey!” (email 12/7/17). Company, Harold Blumenthal below at 7 a.m. Brrr! Of course from freezing. (Those were the Carleen Sabourin called the proprietor. “Pete’s Lunch, that’s warm compared to the 20 days when light bulbs gave off Killingly Historical Center and located in the building adjacent below that my sister-in-law had a little heat). LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Financial planning: Gordon lauds his P&Z commission helping you see the To the editor: to save people money. The Commission remains focused on helping As 2017 winds to a close and 2018 is ready to the agricultural community. Woodstock is a big picture start, this is a good to time to reflect upon things “farm friendly” community and the Commission done and things to be done. During the past year, has been and continues to be a part of this effort. Woodstock’s Planning & Zoning Commission was The Commission remains ever mindful of the very busy. For the year ahead, it expects to balance between community interests and indi- Do you picture yourself remain likewise busy. vidual landowner rights. It is challenging work. owning a new home, start- The Commission remains focused on its poli- It is hard work. It is important work. The Financial cy-making responsibility of keeping the town’s Commission (Joseph Adiletta, E. John Anastasi, ing a business, or retiring zoning and subdivision regulations in good work- Syd Blodgett, Gail Dickinson, Dorothy Durst, comfortably? These are a Focus ing order so that appropriate and wise guidance of Kenneth Ebbett, Duane Frederick, Jeffrey Gordon, few of the financial goals that may be important to land development occurs throughout Woodstock. David Morse, Doug Porter, Frederick Rich, and JIM ZAHANSKY During the past year, the Commission has con- Dexter Young) works well together because we you, and each comes with a tinued to make good adjustments to the regula- remain committed to doing what is best for each price tag attached. INVESTMENT tions. Some of the changes have been small and citizen and property owner in Woodstock, and for That’s where finan- ADVISER some have been big, but all of the changes have the Woodstock community as a whole. We remain cial planning comes in. been meaningful. Effective, goal-oriented, easy mindful of the rural and agricultural character of Financial planning is a pro- to understand, and easy to use regulations benefit our town. We remain cognizant of the need for cess that can help you tar- everyone. An example is not requiring expensive appropriate economic development and sustain- get your goals by evaluating your whole financial picture, public hearings for small subdivision applica- ability. We remain aware of the special quality then outlining strategies that are tailored to your individual tions. of life Woodstock’s setting provides. We remain needs and available resources. Currently, the Commission is moving forward fiscally prudent in the use of taxpayer money. Why is financial planning important? with its stem to stern review of the subdivision reg- I am fond of saying, “it is not just what one does A comprehensive financial plan serves as a framework ulations. In August, a Community Conversation that matters, it is also how one does it that mat- for organizing the pieces of your financial picture. With a was held and was well attended. The input and ters”. On both accounts, the Commission is a good financial plan in place, you’ll be better able to focus on your ideas brought to the Commission by members of example of how municipal government works for goals and understand what it will take to reach them. the public helps the Commission do its work and people by working with people. One of the main benefits of having a financial plan is to be responsive to community concerns. At its Dec. 21 meeting, the Commission re-elect- that it can help you balance competing financial priorities. The Commission remains focused on its admin- ed the following people to Commission positions: A financial plan will clearly show you how your financial istrative responsibility of using the regulations Jeffrey Gordon (Chair), Fred Rich (Vice-Chair), goals are related--for example, how saving for your chil- to review and to decide upon individual land use Dorothy Durst (Secretary), and Jeffrey Gordon dren’s college education might impact your ability to save applications. The public and applicants alike know (Subcommittee Chair). for retirement. Then you can use the information you’ve they will be treated fairly by the Commission and Commission meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. on gleaned to decide how to prioritize your goals, implement that the decisions rendered, whether people agree the third Thursday of each month and Regulation specific strategies, and choose suitable products or services. with them or not, are done objectively, following Review subcommittee meetings are held at 7:30 Best of all, you’ll know that your financial life is headed in the “rule of law” in the form of constitutional p.m. on the first Thursday of each month, in the right direction. rights, state statutes, and town ordinances. I am Woodstock Town Hall. Any changes in meeting The financial planning process proud that the “law” of common sense is upper- schedules are posted at the town’s website and Creating and implementing a comprehensive financial most in the Commission’s work. available at Town Hall. Members of the public are plan generally involves working with financial profession- The Commission remains focused on its eco- welcome to attend. If you wish to correspond with als to outline specific goals. Financial Professionals will be nomic development responsibilities. I am glad the Commission – which is always appreciated – able to help you develop a clear picture of your situation by to see that Woodstock’s Economic Development then please do so via the Town Planner/Zoning reviewing your income, assets, liabilities, insurance cover- Commission is up and running and that the Enforcement Officer’s office. Contact information age, investment portfolio, tax exposure, and estate planning. Woodstock Business Association is active. The is on the town’s website. Considering all the following they may help you establish regulations that the Commission has in place On behalf of Woodstock’s Planning & Zoning priorities and goals actively working to achieve them. have real impacts upon our local business com- Commission, I wish your families and you all the It is key in the process to implement specific strategies munity, economy, and municipal tax base. The best this holiday and New Year season. that address the weaknesses you face and also to build on Commission continues to do what it can do to help the strengths you may have. It is a process, therefore, finan- current businesses prosper in Woodstock and new Jeffrey A. Gordon cial professionals will continuously monitor and adjust businesses to come to Woodstock. An example is Chair, Woodstock Planning & Zoning your plans by amending goals and time frames to help you streamlining the way various business permits Commission achieve the plan when circumstances change. are handled, such as combining several permits Woodstock Some members of the team together when applied for at the same time, so as The financial planning process can involve a num- ber of professionals. Financial planners typically play a central role in the process, focusing on your overall Woodstock Republican Town Chairman thanks Munroe financial plan, and often coordinating the activities of other professionals who have expertise in specific areas. To the Editor: 13 years as our coordinator of Emergency Accountants or tax attorneys provide advice on federal and Management. His commitment and support are state tax issues. Estate planning attorneys help you plan When I think of volunteers I think of time and greatly appreciated. Power outage coordination your estate and give advice on transferring and managing values. In our lives, one thing we cannot create, of services, flood damage control and blizzard your assets before and after your death. Sometimes insur- accumulate, acquire, buy or even borrow is time. relief are just a small sampling of the emergencies ance professional will provide recommendations on needs We have a limited amount of time for sleep, work, when Ed selflessly gave of his time for the safety and appropriate products and strategies. family and our own interests. Therefore, an indi- of all our residents. The most important member of the team, however, is you. vidual’s time is a very precious commodity. Today is a day to remind all of you just how Your needs and objectives drive the team, and once you’ve When an individual commits themselves to much his work is appreciated. It is my pleasure, carefully considered any recommendations, all decisions lie volunteer on a consistent basis they have chosen on behalf of the Woodstock Republican Town in your hands. to give up their own time to support a community Committee, to formally express our gratitude to Why can’t I do it myself? to benefit others. This brings meto values. Some Ed and to give special recognition to an individu- You can, if you have enough time and knowledge, but of the strongest values, service and sacrifice are al who inspires those around him. developing a comprehensive financial plan may require shown when one places the needs of another expertise in several areas. A financial professional can give above their own. The true volunteer chooses With Gratitude, you objective information and help you weigh your alterna- to give up their personal time and energy and Judy Walberg, Chairman, Woodstock tives, saving you time and ensuring that all angles of your expend it to help others. Republican Town Committee Turn To FINANCIAL ­­­A10 Here in Woodstock, Ed Munroe has served Woodstock page A10 • Friday, January 5, 2018 Villager Newspapers Schapp is DKH Employee of the Month

DANIELSON — Stephanie valuable resource to our prac- rock and pushed me to become Schapp, medical assistant for Day tice and to the community we the person I am.” Kimball Medical Group’s family care for,” said Schapp’s supervi- Schapp was born at Day medicine practice in Danielson, sor, Tamara Grundwalski, office Kimball Hospital and currently has been named employee of the coordinator, resides in Danielson. She earned month for November by Day “What I love most about my her certificate in medical assist- Kimball Healthcare. job first and foremost is car- ing from Lincoln Technical Schapp began her career ing for the patients and help- Institute in New Britain. Schapp at DKH in 2014 and has been ing those who are sick and in plans to return to school to pur- a medical assistant for the last need. I enjoy making even the sue a career in social work as eight years. She is responsible smallest difference in patients’ a mental health counselor, and for assisting the physician with lives, as well as growing great is due to begin advocacy train- patient chart prep, communicat- relationships with my patients ing for domestic violence with ing with patients, in-house clin- and co-workers,” Schapp said. FAVOR, a Connecticut statewide ical testing, providing patient “I am both excited and honored nonprofit organization that is care, and working as a team to have been chosen as employ- committed to empowering fam- player in the primary care set- ee of the month, and a little ilies as advocates and partners ting for a smooth patient flow. shocked. I want to acknowledge in improving educational and “Stephanie is very deserving my loving and supportive hus- health outcomes for children. of this award. She is extremely band, David, my 10 year old son, empathetic with her patients; Tyler, and 9 year old step daugh- she cares deeply for them and ter, Hailey. My mom and dad Courtesy photo is committed to their care. Linda and Larry Pisko, grand- Back row, from left, Joseph Adiletta, Stephanie is a team player who mother, Gloria Bombanti, and Anne Diamond, Matthew Roy, with is always willing to jump in my deceased grandfather, James Stephanie Schapp, front. and help when needed. She is a Bombanti, have always been my Sauer heads up APRN at Westview continued to further her professional interests and primary care, internal medicine and orthopedics, medical accreditations. she’s able to offer an array of assessments, treatment Within the last 20 years of her career, Sauer has modalities and referrals within the community. earned numerous degrees including: Bachelor’s “I most enjoy the camaraderie and mutual support Degree in Public Health from Southern Connecticut of Westview staff and administration,” said Sauer. State University in New Haven, a Nursing Degree “I find the home-like feeling of the facility to be very from Becker College in Worcester, Massachusetts and therapeutic and I’m looking forward to supplementing a Masters of Science in Nursing at the University of the Westview team with all that my prior experience, Phoenix. She is a board certified Nurse Practitioner training and education has to offer.” through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Sauer is a lifelong member of the northeast com- and received a post-graduate certificate in Adult and munity. When not working Sauer enjoys golfing and Geriatric Health from the University of Massachusetts- spending precious time with her family and friends Boston. Aside from also being certified in Wound and continuing her professional education. Care through the Wound Care Education Institute, “We are all truly excited that Kerri has returned Courtesy photo she is a member of the Sigma Theta Tau International home to Westview on a full time basis to implement Kerri Sauer Nursing Honor Society and the National Nursing and oversee our Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Honor Society. Her new role and duties at Westview program. Having her level of expertise available to DAYVILLE — Westview Health Care Center recent- will be integral to the continuing quality of care our professional nursing team, therapists and medi- ly announced that Kerri Sauer, APRN-BC, WCC has that Westview’s reputation is built upon. Working cal staff is invaluable to our patients’ and residents’ returned to the facility in a full time capacity as an collaboratively with the facility’s Medical Director, best outcomes. Kerri also happens to be a perfect fit Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Although Sauer Dr. Joseph Botta and local physicians, Kerri’s exper- in the Westview World of dedicated and hardworking has been part of the Westview Health Care Center tise will help provide the best suitable outcomes for professionals,” said Westview administrator David T. team in different capacities since she graduated nurs- the patients and residents entrusted in the care of Panteleakos. ing school in 1998, up until recently she has remained Westview. With advanced practice experiences in on staff as per diem Wound Care Specialist while she Employees donate to The Arc Quinebaug Valley

PUTNAM — Robert Smith of the Frontier Communications team presented a check on Dec. 15 in the amount of $680, on behalf of Frontier Communications employees, to Crystal Simonson, community out- reach coordinator of The Arc Quinebaug Valley. “Words cannot begin to express how thankful The Arc is for the employees of Frontier Communications, as their continued donations truly make a difference at our agency.” Said Simonson. This gift will help to enhance services provided by The Arc. The Arc provides programs for individ- uals with intellectual, developmental and other life-affecting disabilities. Vocational, residential, rec- reation, education, day and retirement services offer opportunities for people with disabilities to reach their goals and be integral members of their community. “Community members and local businesses prove to be our biggest supporters, and with their help, we are able to remain a successful agency and provide the very best for the individuals we support.” said Susan Desrosiers, executive director of The Arc Quinebaug Valley.

Courtesy photo Robert Smith presents a donation to Crystal Simonson

financial professional will work hard FINANCIAL to make the process as easy as possi- Courtney condemns tax bill continued from page A9­­­ ble, and will gladly answer all of your questions. financial picture are covered. What if my spouse and I disagree? as historic mistake Financial professionals act as a fidu- A financial professional is trained to ciary relationship. This means a hired listen to your concerns, identify any professional that is responsible for a underlying issues, and help you find WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Joe Courtney (Conn.— 2nd district) made service to you will act in the best inter- the following statement after voting against the final version of the Republican tax common ground. est of you with thinking similar to, “If I Can I still control my own finances? overhaul that was passed in the House of Representatives by a vote 227-203 on Dec. were my client, what would be best for 19: Financial planning professionals “This afternoon, Congress made a historic mistake in passing a seriously lopsid- myself in this given situation?” make recommendations, not decisions. ed tax overhaul the will almost entirely benefit wealthy Americans and corpora- Staying on track You retain control over your finances. tions at the expense of middle-class and working families,” said Courtney. “This The financial planning process Recommendations will be based on bill will exacerbate our national deficit and sets up the rationale that Republicans doesn’t end once your initial plan has your needs, values, goals, and time will use to launch their long-anticipated attacks against Social Security and been created. Your plan should gener- frames. You decide which recommen- Medicare, which Speaker Paul Ryan has already brazenly promised to do. It is also ally be reviewed at least once a year a sneak-attack on the Affordable Care Act that will result in 13 million Americans dations to follow, then work with a to make sure that it’s up-to-date. It’s financial professional to implement losing insurance, and will cause health care costs to rise for millions more through also possible that you’ll need to modify the repeal of the individual mandate. them. “This bill was the quintessential backroom deal. It was rushed through Congress your plan due to changes in your per- in record time without a single public hearing and with no testimony from outside sonal circumstances or the economy. Presented by James Zahansky, experts about how it will affect our economy and our future. 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PUTNAM — Day Kimball Plainfield, Pomfret, Putnam, Healthcare’s 28th annual Tree Sterling, Thompson and Day Kimball Healthcare’s of Life Ceremony, held on Woodstock. Activities at Dec. 3 at 11 locations across each location included holi- northeast Connecticut, raised day-themed musical entertain- more than $31,000 to support ment by local chorus groups Tree of Life raises over $31,000 hospice and palliative care ser- and the sharing of personal vices in the region according stories about the impact of hos- to the Day Kimball Healthcare pice and palliative care on the Development Office, with some lives of those served, culmi- donations still coming in. nating with the lighting of the “It was such a beautiful ceremonial Tree of Life. More event, as it always is, at all elev- information about the event en sites across the region,” said can be found at www.daykim- DKH Development Director ball.org/TreeOfLife. Kristen Willis. “We had a very nice turnout, including in the town of Eastford, which hosted its first Tree of Life this year. This event is just such a spe- cial tradition for so many fam- ilies in Northeast Connecticut. It’s an opportunity to not only honor and remember loved ones who have passed during the holiday season, but to sup- port the providing of hospice and palliative care for other individuals and families who are in need today.” The purchase of memo- rial lights on each commu- nity’s Tree of Life benefits the work done by Hospice & Palliative Care of Northeastern Connecticut, a service of Day Kimball Healthcare at Home, Courtesy photo to enhance the lives of serious- Attendees at the Tree of Life cere- ly and terminally ill patients mony held at Roseland Cottage in Courtesy photo and their families. Woodstock admire the tree after it The first Hospice Tree of Life ceremony in Eastford, hosted by Pastor Mike Moran and the Eastford Ceremonies were held in the is lit on Dec. 3. Congregational Church on Dec. 3, with Nancy and Russ Mayhew lighting the tree on behalf of all hospice towns of Brooklyn, Canterbury, patients and their families. Eastford, Killingly, Griswold, Putnam Library adds video magnifier for vision-challenged

PUTNAM — The Putnam Public are viewing to a black and white image children, vision screenings, guide dog Library recently added a new station for increased contrast. training, as well as recycling glasses. featuring a video magnifier called The purchase of this product was The video magnifier is easy to use, Acrobat VGA that is available for use made possible by the Putnam Lions and help is available from the library for those who have a hard time read- Club, which donated funds to the staff. The library is open Monday ing regular-sized print. The Acrobat is Putnam Public Library to use for ser- through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 designed to enlarge and enhance imag- vices that would improve the lives of p.m., Friday from 10 a.m.to 5 p.m., and es to improve the lives of people who people with low vision. Part of the Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For fur- have low vision. The unique design Lions Club mission includes sight pro- ther information, call the library (860) of this product provides the ultimate grams aimed at preventable blindness 963-6826 if you have any questions about in flexibility and offers a large range and assisting people who have vision this service. of magnification with multiple view- challenges. Helen Keller attended the ing options that make reading easier Lions Clubs International Convention than ever. Seven color select options in 1925 and challenged the Lions to Courtesy photo are available for increased contrast. become “knights of the blind in the Putnam Public Library has added a video Depending on the user’s eye condition, crusade against darkness.” The Lions magnifier station. certain text and background color com- accepted her challenge and went on to binations allow for ease of reading. One make vision one of their defining caus- of the color select options is black and es. The Lions raise money to support white, which will convert anything you recreational camps for vision impaired

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afternoon. Put in a full day.” DONATION And the generosity of the continued from page A1­­­ community also touched Ide. They got some $100 bills. Food pantries are usual- Some $20s. But any little bit ly a common choice during helps. Anything can make a Thanksgiving, but Ide said difference. many food pantries are “forgot- “People were giving us the ten” during the rest of the year. change out of their ash trays,” But the food pantry is open said Ide. “We got a set of ear- year-round, he said, and it’s rings. A couple nails. A trin- important for the fire depart- ket. They gave everything they ment to help them. had, even if it wasn’t much. But The $10,300 is more than the it added up to a lot of money.” fire station has ever collect- “I’m always feeling very ed in the past. And it really blessed about this communi- took the whole station to make ty,” Cyr said. “They really care. it happen. This included the They really care about others.” “Dancing Fireman,” a viral video of one of their firefight- Olivia Richman may be ers, Bubba, who “dances pretty reached at (860) 928-1818, ext. smooth for a big guy,” who was 112 or by e-mail at olivia@stone- filmed dancing in the street bridgepress.com while collecting money. “My firefighters went above Members of the Dayville Fire and beyond,” said a proud Ide. Company, who spent an entire “I was away at a Marine Corps day trying to raise money for the graduation for one of our mem- Friends of Assisi, posed with the bers. The station took the baton food pantry volunteers. and did it. Nine to four in the

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How did this all start? nicate with people on a larger scale. My career really took off after that. I had “My dad was a never picked up a paint brush before.” machinist. I worked in a What he loved about painting was the machine shop. A friend of clarity. The boldness. Using a variety of mine asked me to do some textures is also something Fritz became things for his wedding, known for. It’s become a trademark of centerpieces. He wanted his and can be seen throughout New some simple figurines for York City on buildings and in restau- the tables. Each figure rants. would represent different “What I like about it is that if some- Jonathan Fritz gives a tour of the meaningful cultures. Like a couple one is looking at my work, their first and inspirational pieces of artwork he has in his studio. stomping on glass... And instinct is to reach out and touch it,” he one odd-ball one I wanted said. “Right then and there, I captured to do. I picked aliens, their attention. Then they’ll look deeper some alien culture. We into what message I’m trying to express. made up a fictional story Fortunately, my paintings communicate about it. I still have it at with people. And remind them of their the house.” own personal life. I really feel fortunate and lucky as an artist on that end.” You are a machinist “Robot and Frog,” by Durand’s And his art continues to make an yourself and very impact in Putnam. familiar with metal. daughter, Penelope, who also welds. Continuing on similar work he did in What do you like about New York City, Fritz currently works working with it? lamp looks like it can How do you feel at United Services in the autism center, step off the base.’ That’s when other people bringing art to the program members. “I like the feel of it. It’s a big compliment. It lets are interested in your “I believe that clients with autism heavy. It’s solid, but...” me know I accomplished pieces? what I was trying to do.” have a special gift in art,” said Fritz. “It You can really make “It’s a great feeling. doesn’t have to be visual art. It could be it into anything you Where do you get the It’s an odd feeling. I cooking. Or music. I feel I can commu- want. materials? don’t think of myself as nicate with them and find their niche, an artist. I was doing it whether it’s painting or collages.” “Exactly. I like to give “At where I work, for myself. But people For Fritz, art is his life. things a personality. I like their scrap bins. I collect were coming to me and His work includes art. His entire taking these materials – things from yard sales, saying it’s neat, which apartment has been transformed into a studio, a gallery, the walls lined with these blank materials – flea markets . . . There’s progressed it a little bit. Jonathan Fritz work has been featured all over and giving it a personality. a lamp I got from bulky People told me I should pieces he created throughout his career. And he wants to continue to bring his New York City, including murals and at restau- The faces of things I do is waste, salvage... And start selling it. I don’t rants and fundraising events. His studio is full the hardest part. That’s they’re beautiful lamps. I like to do custom things work to the Quiet Corner community. “I don’t know what I’d do without my of unique pieces he’s created throughout his where they have the most like working with lamps, for people. If I make career. character. So it takes me clocks...” something, I want it to art,” he said. “It really sorts things out the longest. Things will come from me.” for me. And I want everyone to have sit there for months. And Why lamps? Why my art. It brings joy to me that people Olivia Richman may be reached at I’ll go back to it. It’s just clocks? You want the work to see my work and it means something to (860) 928-1818, ext. 112 or by e-mail at neat to take solid junk speak to you. them. I just want to share my work with [email protected] objects and make them “If I’m going to buy everyone here.” into something with a something, I like it to “That’s exactly it. Years personality.” be more than aesthetic. ago I had some robots in customers, family, bank and make local deci- I like to have something the gallery. I had a robot TRUCKING friends . . . when we see sions,” said Roy. “It was So that’s the that is functional as well. with long legs. It was a continued from page A1­­­ the community in need . a need that TEEG identi- hardest part for you. If you’re going to spend night light. And it had from Longmeadow . . plus I’m a foodie. I love fied. We like the fact that Seeing what faces and a few hundred dollars on sneakers on. It sat there Automotive. to cook and stuff. You it not only helped TEEG personalities come to art, it’s neat if you can for months and months. “During the past year hate to think about some- in their mission, but also you naturally. What turn it on. Or if it’s a wine Suddenly, someone said we have been strug- one going hungry.” benefited other local food fits the sculptures most. rack. If I see an old fuse they would buy it if it gling after the untime- According to Rich banks.” box, I think, ‘That’s a didn’t have shoes. People ly death of our beloved DiBonaventura, their It’s a story that Miller “I’ve seen a lot of artists good size for a table lamp.’ are quirky like that. food truck,” said TEEG need to give back to vari- is very excited about. do similar things. Lawn I’ll think of how tall or big That’s when I said to Executive Director Ann ous community organiza- “This is very cool on animals, birds... You can it should be. And I work myself, ‘I don’t want to Miller. “We have lost the tions started at the Deary many levels, and essen- tell it’s a living thing. from there. The face is the alter my work.’” capacity to receive food Road Race one year. They tially it goes back to But they don’t look like last thing.” from some of our donors were raising money for our first van that was they’re alive.” Right. You created as they need to have a cancer. It opened their purchased by the com- Tell me about one of a piece intentionally, truck they can load with eyes to other needs in munity,” she said. You’re just offering a your pieces and what with inspiration behind pallets. We have also the area and put them in “Longmeadow were the more exciting take on inspired it. it. They work, they’re struggled with sharing circles for people who do initial contributors to sculptures. functional. But it’s food out to our partner philanthropic things like that campaign and it “The lamp in Silver artwork. When you’re pantries, such as Daily not creating sculptures, fundraising. served us well for many “Yeah. I’m not Circle with a cigar in its Bread.” what are you busy It was something they years. When the van was knocking other artists mouth. It reminds me of Back in 2013, Rich and with? wanted to be a part of no longer road-worthy, for their style. But people my father. He smoked Karyn DiBonaventura of will say to me, ‘That cigars all his life. But the themselves. they recycled it and start- Longmeadow Automotive eyes . . . When I made the “I’m a machinist. And TEEG’s plea for a new ed the metal recycle give- in Pomfret, had donat- face, I thought, ‘It looks I have three children – truck has touched more back that will fund our ed a van to TEEG that like my dad.’ It was odd. three to seventeen. I have than just Longmeadow. new food truck. It’s really transported over 400,000 It initially didn’t have a daughter in preschool Other local business- come full circle.” pounds of food during the cigar. But my own and a son looking at es have also seen the its lifetime. It was also sister said, ‘It looks like colleges. It’s crazy. But importance in replacing Olivia Richman may be used for TEEG’s summer dad,’ without me telling my littlest one has a the van, bankHometown reached at (860) 928-1818, lunch program, deliver- her. So I added that extra robot in the window sill presented TEEG with a ext. 112 or by e-mail at ing over 4,000 meals. element for character. My at Silver Circle. We weld $5,000 pledge towards the olivia@stonebridgepress. “When we found out it dad was missing a finger, together all the time. purchase of a new truck, com was on its last leg I had so some of them only Hopefully she grows up to matching TEEG’s $5,000. the idea to do another have four fingers. It’s use that skill.” “We’re a community something some people food drive,” said Karyn wouldn’t notice. A lot of Olivia Richman may be DiBonaventura. “We did my artwork has a lot of reached at (860) 928-1818, it back in 2015. We also took the van and scrapped A wine rack and bottle open- secret touches like that.” ext. 112 or by e-mail at oliv- [email protected] it, turning it into cash. er. That gave me the idea of collecting our scrap here and turning it back into HORTON FURNITURE food for the food pantry JEWELERS locally.” Fine Jewelry & Gifts TEEG had set aside The Jewelry store where you buy with confidence $5,000 themselves. But $15,000 was needed for WE BUY GOLD a small box truck. With Silver, Platinum, help from Longmeadow and Mike Roy, the BEDDING SALE and COINS VP-CRA Officer of bank- Twin Set $149 Full Set $199 5-Year Warranty Hometown, TEEG is Queen Set $249 Specializing in almost at their $15,000 Extra Firm goal. 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BY LINDA K. BRANIFF at one time in its early history had a FOR THE VILLAGER bar on wheels. If it was illegal to sell in booze in Thompson, roll the bar THOMPSON — In 1865, Charles across the room to Dudley. Whitney Hammond Whitney was a shoemaker was constantly standing before a judge living in Webster, Mass., with his wife for breaking the “no liquor” law in and children. For reasons unbeknowst Thompson. to anyone now living, Charles Whitney Cases involving “demon rum” were decided he would buy a piece of land. very common before Connecticut It was a quirky little four-acre lot: Justice Oscar Tourtellotte. In February It sat in both Thompson and Dudley, 1874, Charles Whitney had no less than Mass. It was located at the junction ten indictments against him, with just of Dudley’s New Boston Road (next to as many $100 bonds. Walter Upham’s land and the Boston, The Webster Times newspaper daid Hartford and Erie Railroad lines) and a of Whitney “he was well known to Connecticut road off the old Thompson be one of the vilest rot-gut sellers in Turnpike (Route 131) that led to Windham County.” Webster, now called Line House Road. In March 1874, Charles H. Whitney There were no buildings on it when was again before Justice Tourtellotte sisters Relief (Rawson) Cummins and charged with keeping an open house Emeline (Rawson)Thayer sold the land for the sale of intoxicating liquors to Charles in March 1870 for $100. on the Lord’s day. He was fined $40 By June 1870, the federal census said and costs, which he paid. Three more that Whitney was a saloon keeper. cases against him for selling liquor Perhaps for legal reasons, in May were annulled by the Grand Jury, with 1872, he sold the property, now “with Whitney agreeing to pay court costs and buildings thereon,” to a farmer named agreeing to leave Connecticut. (Leaving Hilton Hudson for $500. Hudson then Connecticut seems rather comical here sold the same property back to Lydia A. since it merely involved walking across Whitney, Charles’ wife, one year later the barroom.) (perhaps with a new, larger building Charles H. Whitney died in 1878 at The Line House in on it) for a price of $3,000 — quite a age 40 of biliary colic, leaving his wife 1981. markup. Lydia took out a 7 percent, and four children, as well as a remain- $5,000 mortgage to pay Hudson, keeping der of the $5,000 unpaid mortgage on At right: $2,000. The new deed specified it was the tavern. Lydia lived the rest of her The sign for the now Mrs. Whitney’s property, “alone life in New Boston and died in 1894. Bonat family’s Line and in her own right, to be held with- She had sold the Line House in 1882 to Hotel out interference or control from her Amadie Lamothe of Webster for $4,000; husband.” he also paid off the remaining mort- With rooms for travelers on one side gage. Amadie’s brother, Napolean, next and a taproom on the other, the Line owned the tavern in 1907. He was a House was in business. Webster liquor dealer. In the 1870s, selling liquor was a risky In 1910, the Line House was sold to ing police raid at the Line House, Roy Described as having few of its original business. The temperance movement a former weaver from Webster, Emil McCraney was arrested by officers of features left and being covered with was in full swing, and saloon keepers Bonat, a 33-year-old German, who in Massachusetts and Connecticut police asbestos shingles, it still had an eye- were not the most popular people in 1910 said he was a clerk in a saloon. It and fined $100 on two counts of keeping brow window with a fanlight on the town. One side of the Line House tap- was known as the Line Hotel in 1912. liquor with intent to sell. An additional edge of the roof, an unusual adornment room sat in Dudley. The other side sat Bonat advertised it as a place catering $50 fine was imposed for maintaining for the Dudley area. Two projecting in Thompson. Public drunkenness had to automobile and sleighing parties or a disorderly house and a 22-year-old door hoods (once enclosed) also were become a large issue and on April 12, picnics, with meals served at all hours. young woman from Worcester was noted on the front, presumably one 1873 it was voted to prohibit the sale of The Bonats had suffered the tragedy of arrested for vagrancy. The 1 a.m. raid door for the hotel and one for the tap- liquor and close any houses of prostitu- losing four of their five young children involved police from Danielson, Oxford, room. The historical assessment was tion in Thompson. to cholera and scarlet fever previous Petersham, Brookfield, and Webster. that, as at the beginning of the 20th Joseph S. Perry was voted liquor to this, and their ill fortune continued During the raid, carloads of people century, it was still a rowdy road-house agent and given $25,000 to enforce this when they lost the Line Hotel to a repos- from Worcester continued to pull into and tavern. law. The liquor sellers and saloon keep- session in December 1913. the Line House looking for hooch. No The Line House is no longer in busi- ers were furious and all sorts of vio- After passing through several more arrests occurred and they were sent on ness. It still stands, but in 2017 it is lence erupted, including the burning hands, the building was sold to Mary their way. a large private three-family residence of temperance supporters’ barns and McCraney and husband, Roy, in 1923. The Line House continued on well covered in modern siding with four even the burning of a judge’s barn. In the midst of Prohibition, in into the 1990s. In 1981, it was includ- modern dormers on the roof. Tradition has it that the Line House January 1924, after an early morn- ed in an historical survey of Dudley.

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DAYVILLE — The month of December was joyous celebration on Friday, December 22, 2017 a perpetual celebration of all things Christmas with the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus who for the patients and residents of Westview helped dispense gifts to the residents and patients Health Care Center. Beginning with a holiday of Westview during their annual Christmas Party craft bazaar on the 1st of December, the days held in the facility’s Formal Dining Room. that followed were coordinated by the facility’s “Our Recreation Department, under the direc- Recreation Department to celebrate the splendor tion of Louise Taylor, has been coordinating a of Christmastime in fun and imaginative ways. myriad of activities and events during this joy- Residents and patients partook in card making, ous holiday season,” said David T. Panteleakos, cookie decorating, jewelry making and games Westview administrator. “Not only do they make such as Christmas Jeopardy and Holiday Trivia. it look a lot like Christmas throughout the halls Numerous carolers visited the facility including and rooms, but more importantly they made it members of the Danielson Elks, TMHS Modern feel like Christmas during the weeks leading up to Music Ensemble, Putnam Science Academy stu- Christmas day.” dents, Woodstock Academy’s Tri-M Music Honor Society, Boy Scout Troop 27, as well as carolers from Crossway Church and Creation Church. Courtesy photo The month-filled festive activities culminated in Charlotte Capone and Santa Police Logs Editor’s note: The informa- Danielson, was charged with was charged with criminal vio- tion contained in these police conspiracy to commit larceny, lation of a restraining order Kimberly Ash, 31, of 18 Brandon Ward, 18, of 91 logs was obtained through conspiracy to commit robbery, Marshall St. Apt.1 Putnam, Church St. Thompson, was either press releases or pub- criminal attempt/tampering THOMPSON was charged with Disorderly charged with Failure to have lic documents kept by the with or fabricating physical Monday, Dec. 17 Conduct. Marker Plate Lit, Failure to Putnam Police Department or evidence, conspiracy to com- Alfred Talbot, 57, of 687 Carry Registration, Misuse Connecticut State Police Troop mit conspiracy Riverside Drive, N. Grosvenor, Matthew Baker, 34, of 18 of Plates, Possession of Drug D and is considered the account Saturday, Dec. 16 was charged with a warrant Marshall St. Apt.1 Putnam, Paraphernalia of the police. All subjects are Devon Eckart Barnes, 36, (failure to appear) was charged with Disorderly considered innocent until prov- of 539 Lhomme Street Ext, Conduct. Tuesday, Dec. 19 en guilty in a court of law. If a Danielson, was charged with case is dismissed in court or the operating under the influence PUTNAM POLICE Monday, Dec. 11 Tyler Fafard, 26, of 250 Fox party is found to be innocent, of alcohol and failure to drive Rd. Putnam, was charged with The Villager, with proper doc- in proper lane (multiple lane DEPARTMENT Brad Vargas, 38, of 1309 Violation of Probation (two umentation, will update the log highway) Hartford Pike Dayville, was counts). at the request of the party. Wednesday, Dec. 20 Friday, Dec. 8 charged with Breach of Peace, Rainel Christene Rozik, Assault Third. Jennifer Dyer, 37, 51 38, of 2 Union Street Apt. B, Dylan Leeder, 26, of 193 Groveland Ave. Putnam, TROOP D Danielson, was charged with a Cherry Hill Rd. Brooklyn, was Wednesday, Dec. 13 was charged with Disorderly warrant (failure to appear) charged with Operating Under Conduct. KILLINGLY Alexis Sanchez, 39, of 35 Suspension. Ashleigh Lafortune, 35, of 10 Friday, Dec. 15 Athol Street, Danielson, was Fabyan Rd. N. Grosvenordale, Saturday, Dec. 23 Mary Elizabeth Andrews, 19, charged with fugitive arrest William Moss, 48, of 75 was charged with Insufficient of 24 Boys Avenue Apt. #A, without a warrant Prospect St. Putnam, was Insurance. John Perry, 55, 11 Bolles St. Killingly, was charged with William Dunn, 54, of 376 charged with Failure to Obey Putnam, was charged with conspiracy to commit larceny, Valley Road, Danielson, was Control Signal, Failure to Saturday, Dec. 16 Disorderly Conduct, Assault conspiracy to commit robbery, charged with disorderly con- Carry License. Third. criminal attempt/tampering duct: fight/cause/capable of Alicia Corriveau, 32, of 17 with or fabricating physical causing minor injury Richard St. Louis, 40, of Maynard St. Apt.1 Putnam, Sunday, Dec. 24 evidence Patricia McFarland, 51, of 7 206 Church St. Putnam, was was charged with Traveling Tuesday, Dec. 18 Short Street Apt. #B, Danielson, charged with Failure to Unreasonably Fast. Scott Zadora, 53, of 36 Center Jairo Castillo, 34, of 1309 was charged with disorderly Illuminate License Plate. St. Putnam, was charged with Hartford Pike, Killingly, was conduct: fight/cause/capable Qing Liu, 36, of 126 S. Main St. Unsafe Passing on the Right, charged with a warrant (fail- of causing minor injury Shawn Audet Jr., 20, of 70 Putnam, Failure to Maintain Operating Under the Influence. ure to appear) Friday, Dec. 22 Chapman St. Putnam, was Lane. DANIELSON Jacalyn Whittemore, 56, of charged with Operating Under Tuesday, Dec. 26 Monday, Dec. 11 41A Hawkins Street, Danielson, Suspension. Harold Woton III, 46, Jennifer Lynn Vargas, 35, of was charged with larceny of 38 Herindeen Landing Kenneth Lamontagne, 38, of 43 Hubbard Hill Road Apt. #C, BROOKLYN Sunday, Dec. 10 Woodstock, was charged with 27 Battey St. Apt.C Putnam, Danielson, was charged with Saturday, Dec. 16 Traveling the Wrong Way on was charged with Traveling criminal mischief and breach Robert L. C. Olmstead, 72, of Jonathan Robinson, 26, of 500 a One Way, Failure to Carry Unreasonably Fast, Operating of peace 60 Fortin Drive, Brooklyn, was School St. Putnam, was charged Insurance Card. Under Suspension. Thursday, Dec. 14 charged with reckless endan- wih Failure to Illuminate Plate, Matthew Bumpus, 20, of germent. Failure to Carry Registration. Monday, Dec. 18 Saturday, Dec. 30 41 Hawkins Street Apt. #H, Danielson, was charged with WOODSTOCK Richard Briere Jr., 50, of 240 James Maresca, 26, of Keith Therrien, 34, 10 Fabyan impairing the morals of chil- Friday, Dec. 22 County Line Rd. Thompson, 396 Church St. Putnam, was Road, North Grosvenordale, dren; child selling, illegal sex- Tina L Boutilette, 47, of 1047 was charged with Operating charged with Failure to Pay was charged with Larceny ual contact with victim under Route 198, Woodstock, was Under the Influence, Improper or Plea. second, Failure to Obtain a 16, sexual assault and forcible charged with interfering with Turn, Following Too Close. Building Permit, Notice in fondling an officer and breach of peace Michael Bartels, 35, of 31 Sales Agreement, Notice of Friday, Dec. 15 Thursday, Dec. 28 Vinal Morin, 41, of 577 Route Grey Fox Landing Woodstock, Cancellation. Margaret Tockzo, 20, of Christopher Cournoyer, 46, 197 Woodstock, was charged was charged with Operating 17 Mechanic Street Apt. #C, of 287 Route 169, Woodstock, with Tail Light Violation. without a License. Public Meetings Tuesday, Jan. 9 Wednesday, Jan. 10 POMFRET PUTNAM Housing Authority, 5:15 p.m., Housing Democratic Town Committee Caucus, 7 Authority office p.m., Town Hall Tuesday, Jan. 9 Thursday, Jan. 11 Democratic Town Committee, 7:30 p.m., EPDC, 8 a.m., Town Hall Water Pollution Control Authority, 6:30 Inland Wetlands Commission, 7 p.m., Town Hall p.m., Town Hall Merrill Seney Community Room Economic Planning & Develpment, Thursday, Jan. 11 8 a.m., Pomfret Community/Senior Water Pollution Control Authority, 7 Board of Education, 7 p.m., Town Hall Center THOMPSON p.m., WPCA Treatment Plant WOODSTOCK Recreation Commission, 7 p.m., Pomfret Monday, Jan. 8 Wednesday, Jan. 10 Community School Board of Education, 7 p.m., Thompson Building Committee, 6 p.m., TMS Media Monday, Jan. 8 Middle School Media Center Center Agricultural Commission, 1 p.m., Town Library Board of Trustees, 7 p.m., Hall Pomfret Public Library Quinebaug Fire Department, 7 p.m., Tourtellotte Board of Trustees, 6 p.m., Quinebaug Fire Station Merrill Seney Community Room Woodstock Business Association, 6 Thursday, Jan. 11 p.m., Town Hall Conservation Commission, 7 p.m., Zoning Board of Appeals, 7 p.m., Merrill Friday, Jan. 12 Pomfret Community Center Seney Community Room Mill Sites Redevelopment Advisory Economic Development Commission, 7 Committee, 9 a.m., Merrill Seney p.m., Town Hall Community Room EASTFORD IWWA, 7 p.m., Town Hall Recreation Commission, 7 p.m., Town Monday, Jan. 8 Hall School Readiness Council, 6 p.m., Town Hall Tuesday, Jan. 9 Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m., Town Hall Board of Finance, 7 p.m., Town Hall

Tuesday, Jan. 9 Conservation, 7 p.m., Town Hall Planning Commission, 7 p.m., Town Hall ZBA, 7 p.m., Town Hall

Republican Town Committee Caucus, 7 Wednesday, Jan. 10 p.m., Town Hall WRTC, 7 p.m., Town Hall

Democratic Town Committee, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall

Thursday, Jan. 11 Arboretum, 7 p.m., Town Hall

Board of Education, 7 p.m., Woodstock Middle School

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Villager sports BSection “If it’s important to YOU, it’s important to US” www.VillagerNewspapers.com Different goals for Putnam High and Ellis Tech

a couple of players in his dog- Memorial. house on Tuesday night. “Playing Killingly and “We need to get people at Montville was a tough stretch practice. We didn’t have a full for us, playing two big physical team tonight because we had teams. It took the wind out of two important people miss our sails but I think we got a practice yesterday and the day little bit of that back tonight,” before,” Piccione said. Deary said. “We’ve got a week The lack of manpower to prepare for Griswold so I’m haunted the Golden Eagles in hoping we’ll be back to our nor- a critical stretch in the second mal self before we get there.” quarter Tuesday night after Coach Deary has a youth- Ellis Tech’s Nico Cummings ful roster, peppered with a sank a layup off the fastbreak strong junior class, and should to pull his team within one be in good position to make a point, 16-15 — Putnam then respectable entry into the ECC closed out the first half on a next season. Six-foot-4 junior 10-0 run and took a 26-15 lead center Tyion Harris scored a into halftime. team-high 15 points in the win “We need to get people in over Ellis Tech, junior point practice so we can have guard Sebastian Ramos added some subs and deal with that 11 points, and freshman for- (Putnam) press,” Piccione ward Colby Livingston tallied said. “It really showed in that 13 points. Harris seems to be second quarter.” developing at a rapid pace. The loss to Putnam on “He’s a junior. He’s a raw tal- Tuesday dropped Ellis Tech’s ent. He’s definitely got a little record to 1-5. Cummings, a bit to learn to be more physical 6-foot-4 senior forward and if he’s going to be a big man,” captain, led the Golden Eagles said Deary of Harris. “But once with 20 points against Putnam we get him the ball he’s long and Piccione said he will be and he can finish pretty well.” counted on this season. Livingston has a soft touch “We depend heavily on on his midrange jumper and him,” Piccione said. “He han- has shown a high basketball IQ dles the ball, rebounds really after breaking into the starting well.” five as a freshman. Ellis Tech senior cap- “He’s got a head for the tain Brennan Young missed game. He’s just got natural Tuesday night’s game with a court vision,” said Deary of sprained ankle but is one of Livingston. “He’s in the right the components that coach place at the right time. The Piccione is relying on to lift last couple games we’ve been their fortunes. telling him to be a little bit “(Young) is probably our more comfortable with his shot best shooter. He’s been out and he really took advantage of since the last time we played that tonight.” Putnam (Dec. 26). He rolled Deary likely hopes Putnam his ankle,” Piccione said. “Not sticks to its playbook as the having him hurts but he’ll be team uses this season as a tran- back soon.” sition into next. Piccione expects his team to “We definitely picked up get on the same page before the more ECC teams this year, season hits its stride. knowing that we were making “The kids are definitely a switch over to the ECC, so working harder. I hope that that we could be a little bit more we can get a better effort, daily, ready for the way they play, from them,” Piccione said. “I a little more physical, a little expect a better season than last more man-to-man, a lot more year for sure — get everyone contact underneath,” Deary back, get everyone healthy, see said. “We wanted to get ready Charlie Lentz photo what happens.” for that but at the same time we Putnam High’s Tyion Harris lofts a shot over Ellis Tech’s Connor Trahan on Tuesday night in Danielson. Putnam’s victory against didn’t want to just throw their Ellis Tech lifted the Clippers feet to the fire. So we kept some record to 4-2. Putnam High of the Tech-league schools that coach Shawn Deary has sched- we could — so that we could BY CHARLIE LENTZ year as they prepare to turn prevailed 62-38. The past few VILLAGER EDITOR uled several tough opponents kind of have a mix this year the page and join the Eastern seasons have been trying this season in hopes of raising going into next. I’d really like Connecticut Conference next for Piccione, with Ellis Tech his team’s level of play as it to get us through this season — DANIELSON — Putnam season. Ellis Tech coach Dan going winless two years ago prepares to join the ECC next and if we can, get a run into the High’s basketball team is using Piccione is simply trying to get and mustering just one victory season. The Clippers are next state tournament.” a much different playbook his Golden Eagles to stay on last season. The Golden Eagles scheduled to play at Griswold than Ellis Tech this season. the same page as they navigate have the potential to garner on Tuesday, Jan. 9. Among Charlie Lentz may be reached Both schools are refugees from the newly created Connecticut more victories this season but the ECC teams Putnam High at (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by the disbanded Constitution Technical Conference. coach Piccione said they have scheduled are Killingly High e-mail at charlie@villagernews- State Conference. The Clippers With different agendas, the to work harder. As for staying (twice), Griswold (twice), papers.com. are playing a competitive backyard rivals met Tuesday on the same page, that’s been a Montville (twice), and Lyman non-conference schedule this night at Ellis Tech and Putnam chore of late and Piccione kept Woostock Academy girls hoopsters top Griswold

GRISWOLD — Jamie Woods scored 12 points and Jackson Padula and 19 points and Heather Converse Simon Silvia each added 11 points to added 13 points to help Woodstock help Tourtellotte defeat the Golden Academy top Griswold High 59-30 in Eagles in the boys consolation final girls basketball on Tuesday night. of the Clipper Classic basketball tour- Emma Dembinski led Griswold (2-3) nament on Dec. 27 at Putnam High with nine points. The win lifted the School. Joe Long scored 18 points and Centaurs record to 5-2. Woodstock is Nico Cummings tallied 10 points for next scheduled to play at Montville Ellis Tech. (4-3) on Friday, Jan. 5. WOODSTOCK 48, WINDSOR 40

TOURTELLOTTE 86, GRASSO 41 WOODSTOCK — Jamie Woods scored 21 points and Heather Converse THOMPSON — Jackson Padula added 13 points to lead the Centaurs scored 18 points to lead the Tigers past Windsor in the opening round of past Grasso Tech in boys basketball the Woodstock Holiday Tournament Tuesday night at Canty Gymnasium. on Dec. 27. Tanae Arnold led Windsor Simon Silvia tallied 13 points and with 13 points. Spencer Fulone and Isaac St. Onge each added 11 for Tourtellotte. Jon Parea-Tobey led Grasso Tech (0-2) with LYMAN/WINDHAM TECH 55, 20 points. The win lifted Tourtellotte’s WOODSTOCK 16 record to 2-2. The Tigers are next scheduled to play host to Griswold on WOODSTOCK — Kellen Horst Friday, Jan. 5, with tipoff set for 7 p.m. and Elliot Hellwig notched pins for at Canty Gymnasium. Woodstock Academy (0-3) in wrestling on Dec. 27. Mason LaFlam and Joe E.O. SMITH 55, WOODSTOCK 39 Reihl had pins for the Bulldogs (3-0), who won six matches by forfeit. WOODSTOCK — Woodstock Academy’s Jamie Woods scored 14 points in the girls basketball loss to E.O. Smith in the Woodstock Holiday Tournament on Dec. 29 at Alumni Fieldhouse. Kaleigh Dale led E.O. Smith with 19 points. File photo Tourtellotte 65, Woodstock Academy’s Heather Converse Ellis Tech 39 scored 13 points in a victory over Griswold PUTNAM — Spencer Fulone scored on Tuesday night. B2 % Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, January 5, 2018 Putnam girls win Clipper Classic tourney

PUTNAM — Putnam High rallied from a 28-21 halftime deficit to defeat Killingly High 52-49 in the championship game of the Clipper Classic girls basketball tourna- ment on Dec. 27 at Putnam High School.

Charlie Lentz photos Killingly High’s Trinity Angel shoots. Putnam’s Kayleigh Lyons moves the ball upcourt.

Killingly’s Reagan Morin runs down the basketball. Putnam’s Ashley Burke tries to get past Killingly’s Abbie Burgess.

Putnam High’s Julia Loomis grabs a rebound.

Killingly’s Kylee Mazzarella tries to break some pressure. Putnam High coach Mandi Hogan talks it over during a timeout. Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, January 5, 2018 B3 Killingly High boys capture Clipper Classic

PUTNAM — Killingly High defeated Putnam High 60-37 in the boys champion- ship game of the Clipper Classic at Putnam High School on Dec. 27.

Charlie Lentz photos Killingly coach Jim Crabtree offers an opinion.

Killingly High’s Sean Johndrow drives against Putnam.

Killingly’s Luke Desaulnier works the point. Killingly’s Alex Fontaine drives to the bucket.

Villager Newspapers COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT “Shining a light on community events” January 5, Fri., noon to 8pm Woodstock Baptist Church. Non-members Knights of Columbus Council 2087 will hold $5 donation to attend this program. For info: a Friday fish fry, in the Knights Hall, 1017 www.quietcornergardenclub.org Riverside Drive, North Grosvenordale. Fish and chips ($10); fried clams ($14); scallops January 9, Tues., 7pm ($11-14); seafood platters ($17), and more. Bingo every Tuesday at the VFW, 1523 860-923-2967, [email protected]. Providence Street, Putnam.

January 6, Sat., 10am January 11, Thurs., 2pm Cookbook club is meeting for brunch (Weight Putnam Senior Citizens meeting, the second Watchers New Complete Cookbook). Bracken Thursday of the month at the Putnam VFW, Killingly’s Griffin Ware moves upcourt. Memorial Library, 57 Academy Road, 1523 Providence Street, Putnam. Woodstock. January 12, Fri., noon to 8pm January 7, Sun., 7:30-10:30am Knights of Columbus Council 2087 will hold American Legion Post 67, N. Grosvenordale, a Friday fish fryin the Knights Hall, 1017 “All You Can Eat” breakfast. Tickets only Riverside Drive, North Grosvenordale. Fish $8 and include scrambled eggs, homefries, and chips ($10); fried clams ($14); scallops bacon, sausage, ham, hash, English muffins, ($11-14); seafood platters ($17), and more. sausage & gravy, beans & kielbasa, French 860-923-2967, [email protected]. toast, pancakes, plus Belgian waffles and omelets. To benefit Legion programs. January 12-14 Winter Teen Weekend from Friday at 5:30pm January 8, Mon., 6:30-8pm until Sunday at 9am at Windham-Tolland Art @ the Library Reception for art exhibit: As 4-H Camp, 326 Taft Pond Rd, Pomfret Center. I See It: Multimedia Works, By Kate Gilman- Food, games, sledding, leadership skills and Alexander (on view December 28 to January lots of fun for teens 13 – 17. Fee is $50. Pre- 26) at Thompson Public Library, 934 Riverside registration required. Call 860-974-3379 to Drive, North Grosvenordale. register or email: [email protected]

January 8, Mon., 7pm January 13, Sat., 5-7pm Quiet Corner Garden Club presents American Legion Post 67, N. Grosvenordale, “How To Grow Microgreens.” Virginia Swedish meatball dinner, Tickets $10 per Keith of Blueberry Hill Organic Farm person available in advance call 860-923- presents methods for growing and cooking 9203 and at the door. Take-outs available. To microgreens. The Quiet Corner Garden Club benefit Legion programs. meets the first Monday of each month at South

January 17, Wed., 3pm Pomfret Public Library will offer an Intro to Online Genealogy using Google workshop. GenealoGy Register at pomfretlibrary.org or call 860-928-3475. Pomfret Public Library 449 Pomfret Street, Pomfret.

This page is designed to shine a light on upcoming local nonprofit, educational and community events. Submissions are limited to 50 words or less and are FREE to qualifying organizations, schools, churches and town offices. To submit your event contact: Putnam High’s Sebastian Ramos gets off a shot. Teri Stohlberg at 860-928-1818 ext. 105, or [email protected]. Deadline for submission is Friday at Noon B4 % Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, January 5, 2018

OBITUARIES are published at no charge. E-mail notices to [email protected] or fax them to (860) 928-5946. Photos are welcome in JPEG format. OBITUARIES Adolfina ‘Mónica’ Ruiz, 71 Genevieve (Jean) (Ostrowski) Marshalkowski, 81 ‘Mónica or Doña in Saco, Maine and upon returning THOMPSON She was born in Mayfield, Ruiz, as she pre- to Connecticut a couple years later, / WEBSTER, Pennsylvania, daughter of the ferred to be called, accepted a teacher position at Putnam MASS. -- Genevieve late Stanley and Pauline (Bilski) was born the young- High School and then later at the (Jean) (Ostrowski) Ostrowski and lived in Webster, est of eight chil- school that she described as “the love Marshalkowski, Massachusetts most of her life. She dren to Baldomero of her teaching career,” Woodstock 81 died December was formerly employed at Gentex in and Mónica Ruiz Academy. She retired from Woodstock 20 at Westside Dudley, Mass. She was an avid card Alonzo in Asunción, in June of this year. Care Center, player. Calling hours at the Shaw- Paraguay. Her father Doña Ruiz was a caring person who Manchester. She Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School was a Colonel in the gave her all to everything she did. She was the wife of the St., Webster, were held December 23. military and her mother a housewife was unusually attentive to the needs late Robert S. Marshalkowski Sr. who Memorial donations may be made to and manager of the family farm. of others and always willing to do her died in 2016. the Webster-Dudley Veterans Council, The young Adolfina attended ele- utmost to help meet those needs. She She is survived by her son Robert Veterans Way, Webster, MA 01570. mentary school in rural Asunción and will long be remembered for her kind- S. Mashalkowski Jr. and his wife A Mass of Christian burial was moved to Argentina as a young teenag- ness, her quick sense of humor, her Pamela, her grandson Benjamin and held in St. Joseph Basilica, Saturday, er where she entered the Congregation gentleness, her simple yet solid faith wife Cecelia of Wethersfield, and December 23, with burial in St. of the Sisters of Our Lady of the in her God and for her appreciation great grandson Leo. She was pre- Joseph Garden of Peace, Webster, Garden. She then moved to Rome, of others and her amazingly winning deceased by her daughter, MaryAnn Massachusetts. A guest book is Italy where she professed her first smile. She lives on in our hearts and Mashalkowski. She also leaves a available at www.shaw-majercik. vows and continued her studies. we will always be honored to have brother John Ostrowski and Alice com where you may post a condolence In the mid sixties, she immigrat- called her “friend.” Markiewicz, both of Webster. or light a candle ed to the United States with sever- al other Sisters in response to a call Adolfina is survived by her sister to serve at Marianapolis Prep School Angela and her brothers Marino and in Thompson. It was while work- Rubén of Paraguay, several nieces and Theresa H. (Martel) Bouchard, 96 ing at Marianapolis that she attended nephews and her adopted sister and Annhust College in Woodstock where friend of 40 years. SOUTHBRIDGE, ceased by six brothers, Warren Martel, she obtained her BA degree in Spanish Calliong hours were held at the Holy MASSACHUSETTS - John Martel, Hector Martel, Clarence and Theology. Spirit Provincial House Chapel in Theresa H. (Martel) Martel, Courtland Martel and Marshall Two years later, Mónica began her Putnam on Friday, December 29. A Bouchard, 96, of Martel and four sisters, Rita Simpson, long career as teacher and adminis- Mass of Christian Burial was celebrat- Grace Lane, passed Faith Clutchak, Veronica Lapane trator in elementary schools in New ed afterwards and interment followed away on Saturday, and Gladys Martel. She was born Haven and Middletown. She took a in St. Mary of the Visitation Cemetery December 23, in in Sturbridge, Mass., the daughter of sabbatical year to return to Rome, on Providence Street in Putnam. the UMass Medical Hector and Theresa (King) Martel. Italy to pursue an advanced degree In lieu of flowers Mónica requested Center, University Theresa worked in the cafeteria at in Theology from the Teresenium that memorial donations be made to Campus, Worcester, Southbridge High School for 16 years Institute. With her summa cum laude the Retirement Fund of the Daughters Mass., after an illness. before retiring many years ago. She degree in hand, she returned to the of the Holy Spirit and/or to the Sisters She leaves her husband of 71 years, enjoyed making ceramics and sewing. United States, was sworn in as a US of Our Lady of the Garden. Euclid V. Bouchard; her son, Richard She also loved doing word puzzles. citizen and returned to the classroom Funeral arrangements have been G. Bouchard of Southbridge, Mass.; her Her funeral was held on December at Holyoke Catholic as a Theology and entrusted to the care of the Gilman- brother, Allan Martel of Woodstock; 27, from the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Spanish teacher. Valade Funeral Home in Putnam. four grandsons, Richard E. Bouchard Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, In the mid-nineties Mónica dedicat- For memorial guestbook, please visit of Sturbridge, Mass., Major Michael Mass., followed by a Mass at in St. ed herself to special needs students www.GilmanandValade.com. Bouchard of Middletown, Christopher Anne’s Church, 16 Church St., Bouchard of Southbridge, Mass., Sturbridge, Mass. Burial was in St. and Jason Bouchard of Southbridge, Anne’s Cemetery, Sturbridge, Mass. Mass.; four great grandchildren, In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- Rocco A. Albanese, 96 Alyssa, Ashley, Anthony and Adeline; tions may be made to the Shriner’s and many nieces and nephews. Her Hospital for Children, 516 Carew St., THOMPSON – Rocco A. Albanese, He enlisted in the son, Gary M. Bouchard, died in 2008 Springfield, MA 01104. 96, died December 24, in Lanessa U.S. Army in 1942, and her daughter, Grace T. Bouchard, www.morrillfuneralhome.com Extended Care in Webster, Mass., after serving as a dental died in 2009. She was also prede- a period of declining health. His wife lab technician in the of 50 years, Joan “Beatrice” (Keefer) European Theatre Albanese, died in 2014. until 1946. He leaves 3 step-children, Robert E. Mr. Albanese Albert L. “Abby” Earnest, 95 Lee and his wife Sonia of Sunrise, worked as a lens pol- Florida, William G. Lee of Sumter, isher at Perkin and S. Carolina, and Geraldine M. Elmer Company in SOUTHBRIDGE, Abby was born in Drobot and her husband Joseph of Wilton, retiring in 1976. MASSACHUSETTS Southbridge, Mass., Thompson; 5 grandchildren, Jennifer, He was a member of Saint Matthew’s — Albert L. “Abby” November 22, 1922, Morgan, Marjorie, Jason and Jill; Church in Norwalk. He loved golfing. Earnest, 95, died son of William E. and 5 great-grandhildren, Luka, Alex, Services will be held privately at December 28, sur- and Lucy (McCall) Arden, Charlotte and Elliot. the convenience of the family. There rounded by his loving Earnest and has He was born on January 4, 1921 are no calling hours. Donations in family, after a long lived here all his in Port Chester, New York, the only his name may be made to St. Jude illness. He leaves his life. He was a long- son of Michael and Rose (Penabare) Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. wife of 72 years, Rose time member of St. Albanese. He graduated from Port Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942. (Lucibella) Earnest. Mary’s Church. He Chester High School and began studies Arrangements are under the direc- They were married April 24, 1945. He was a proud US Navy veteran of World in dentistry at Columbia University. tion of Sitkowski & Malboeuf Funeral also leaves his two daughters Carol War II, serving in the Asiatic Pacific He moved to Norwalk in 1964 and lived Home, 340 School Street, Webster. (Earnest) and her husband Pierre Theater. He retired from the American there until 2015, when he relocated to www.sitkowski-malboeuf.com Theriault of Charlton, and their daugh- Optical Company where he worked as Thompson. ter and son-in-law Shay and Robert a machinist, and had also worked at Tremblay of Woodstock and their Hyde Mfg. for many years. children Amber, Julia, Sophia, and He was a well known golfer and life- Geraldine J. (Bruce) Collins, 99 Jeremiah Tremblay, all of Woodstock, time member at Cohasse Country Club and Catherine (Earnest) Nolin of where he started off caddying at the Griswold, and her daughter and son- golf course when he was young, and DANIELSON — Geraldine J. Florida, Storrs, and most recent in-law Kimberly and William Neilson that led to his love of golf. He was also (Bruce) Collins, 99 died December 18, Danielson. She was a LPN working in III, and their two daughters Makayla, named top senior golfer in the state of at her home. She was the wife of Hospitals and Health Care Facilities. and Kierra Neilson of Griswold, and Massachusetts several times. He most the late George Collins who died in She enjoyed crafting. many nieces and nephews. enjoyed playing golf, and spending 2001. She leaves two daughters, Sandra There are no calling hours, services He was predeceased by 7 broth- time with his family, especially his J. Collins of Moosup, Reba Collins of and burial are private. The Shaw- ers Edward Earnest of Woodstock, grandchildren and great-grandchil- Ocala, Florida and a son John Collins Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School Charles Earnest of Southbridge, Mass., dren. of Sarasota, Florida. She also leaves St., Webster, Massachusetts has been Lawrence Earnest of Southbridge, Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, grandchildren, great grand children entrusted with her arrangements. Mass., Alfred Earnest of Holland, January 9, at Sansoucy Funeral Home, and great great grandchildren. She A guest book is available at www. Mass., Walter Earnest of Southbridge, 40 Marcy Street, Southbridge, Mass., was born in Pennsgrove, New Jersey, shaw-majercik.com where you may Mass., Donald Earnest of Colorado, from 10AM - Noon, with a funeral home daughter of the late Samuel and Edith post a condolence or light a candle. Cecil Earnest of Southbridge, Mass., Prayer Service at 11:30AM. Burial will (Smith) Bruce and living in Sarasota, and two sisters; Nellie Sherman of be private. www.sansoucyfuneral.com Woodstock, and Catherine Lewis of Henry G. Lefebvre, 76 Eastford. John A. Preston, Sr., 70 NORTH an active person who enjoyed being GROSVENORDALE outdoors. / LADY LAKE, In addition to his wife Claudette, ROGERS – John despite his early, bleak projected prog- FLORIDA – Henry Henry is survived by his son, Michael A. Preston, Sr., 70, of nosis. Above all, it was his children G. Lefebvre, 76, of R. Lefebvre (Deborah) of Southbridge, Boys Avenue, passed he cherished the most, his pride and Reardon Road, died Massachusetts; his daughter, away December 28, joy and who he worked so hard for. December 28, in Catherine J. Berthiaume (Robert) of in Hartford Hospital It was apparent to all, that he consis- William W. Backus N. Grosvenordale; his brothers, Paul surrounded by his tently and unfailingly made sure that Hospital. He was the Lefebvre (Joanne) of Woodstock, and family that he so his children always came first, loving loving husband of George Lefebvre (Diane) of Venice, dearly loved. Born in them unconditionally. Claudette (Blain) Lefebvre. Born in Florida; his grandchildren, Thomas Attawaugan, he was John was survived by his son, John West Warwick, Rhode Island, he was Berthiaume (Morgan), Jillian the son of the late A. Preston, Jr. of Rogers; his daugh- the son of the late Louis and Rose Berthiaume, Ashleigh Lefebvre, and Kenneth and Ethel (Mason) Preston. ters, Erica Preston of Woodstock, (Lamoureux) Lefebvre. Alain Lefebvre; and his great grand- Mr. Preston worked as a baker for and Catrina Preston of Indiana; his Mr. Lefebvre worked as a textile daughter, Eleanor Berthiaume. He Superior Bakery. After working all brother, Elmer Preston of Thompson; worker for Stevens Linen in Dudley, was predeceased by his brothers, the day, he loved spending his time with and his seven grandchildren, Ethan Massachusetts. He enjoyed listening late Robert J. Lefebvre, and Joseph his “buddies” at Chase Garage in Preston, Natalie Preston, Calvin to Elvis Presley music as well as col- Lefebvre. Wilsonville. He enjoyed working on Brown, Kenny Brown, Tyler Gabbard, lecting his memorabilia. He enjoyed Services are private and have been old cars, listening to Elvis music as Emma Gabbard, and Eli Gabbard; and listening also to country music, play- entrusted to the Gilman and Valade well as watching his movies. John had his best friend, Jerry Moulton. He was ing a good game of chess, playing golf, Funeral Homes & Crematory. For a disabling accident at a young age. predeceased by his brothers, the late and attending local high school foot- memorial guestbook visit www. However, that never stopped him from Morris, Richard, Raymond, Alfred, ball games. He was an avid walker; GilmanAndValade.com. living his life to its fullest potential. and Harry Preston. Despite his disability, he never let any- Calling hours were held Thursday, thing stop him, or get in his way. He January 4, in the Gilman Funeral went on to live a full, hardworking life Home in Putnam. A service followed at the Albert J. Breault VFW Post #1523, Providence St., Putnam. For memorial guestbook visit www. 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www.ConnecticutsQuietCorner.com Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, January 5, 2018 B5 OBITUARIES Robert “Bob” A. DuBois, 86 MORGANTOWN, from 1955 until her death in 2003. fire department. and Jane Charron, WEST VIRGINIA During most of his working life, Bob He is survived by and will be dearly all of Connecticut. -- There was a little worked as a mail carrier for the U. S. missed by his daughter and son-in- Calling hours were more laughter in Postal Service in Morgantown until law, Mary A. and Merle Dalton; his held on December heaven on Christmas his retirement in 1992. After his retire- son and daughter-in-law, Robert S. and 28 and again at Day as Robert “Bob” ment from the postal service, he decid- Sandra DuBois, with whom he made Nicholson Chapel A. DuBois, 86, left ed to stay busy on a part- time basis his home for five years before recent- Church on December this world and and worked at Enterprise Rental Car ly moving to Pine Ridge; grandchil- 29, which was fol- rejoined his wife, his and the Salvation Army. dren, Matthew DuBois and his wife, lowed by a service parents, family, and He was a member and past post Jessica, Marissa DuBois, and Carrie with Rev. David D. many friends. Bob died at Pine Ridge commander of VFW Post 548 in M. Dalton; one great-grandson, Canon Spence officiating. Burial followed at Nursing Home in Kingwood, West Morgantown; was a treasurer of the A. DuBois; a brother, Richard DuBois, Nicholson Cemetery. Virginia, after a hard-fought battle Cool Springs V.F.D. for more than 25 of Georgia; a sister, Fabiola Cutler, In lieu of flowers, the family suggests against Alzheimer’s. years, and served on the Monongalia of Connecticut; brothers-in-law, Harry donations be made in Bob’s memory Born August 20, 1931 in Putnam, he County Fire Board. He belonged to LaPointe, of Reedsville, and Franklin to Cool Springs V.F.D., 32 Fire Dept. was the son of the late Isidore and Mina several bowling leagues in the ‘70s and Dailey, of Morgantown; sister-in-law, Road, Morgantown, WV, 26508; WV Bazinet DuBois. Bob was proud to ‘80s, enjoyed golfing with his son, and Shirley Dalton, of Morgantown; and Caring, the hospice organization who serve his country in the Third Infantry camping, traveling and visiting with many nieces, nephews and friends. provided Bob and his family with lov- of the U.S. Army in Korea during the his family. More than anything, he In addition to his wife and parents, ing care, P. O. Box 760, Arthurdale, Korean War. While in Korea, he began especially enjoyed doing all of these he was predeceased by his brothers, WV, 26520; or to Nicholson Chapel writing to a pen pal, and upon return- things with much conversation and Isidore, Armand, and Stewart DuBois, Cemetery, c/o Paul Nicholson, 1326 ing to the United States after the war laughter and treasured his friendships, all of Connecticut; and sisters, Yvette Summers School Road, Morgantown, ended, he met his pen pal, Lois M. especially with many of his co-workers LaPointe of Reedsville; Rita Landry, WV, 26508. Dailey. They were happily married at the post office and “the boys” at the Loretta Starzyk, Gertrude Vaillant, Robert Gardiner Holland, 77 Kelly A. Matte, 57 Robert Gardiner as well as works by DUDLEY- Kelly A. nieces and nephews. She was born in Holland of other local authors. (McDonald) Matte, Putnam, CT the daughter of the late Woodstock, born Bob was passion- 57, passed away on Arthur and Simone (Rivest) McDonald. February 27, 1940 to ate about his many Saturday, Dec. 17th, Kelly worked at the Sunoco Gas Alice and hobbies including in the UMass Medical Station in Dudley, retiring in recent Roy Houghtaling, reading, hunting, Center, University years due to illness. She previously passed away on the fishing, politics, Campus, Worcester, worked for Bruce Smick Amusements, 24th of December at dogs, and, of course, after a brief illness. Galileo Fiber Optics and Sanitary the age of 77. UCONN athletics. A She leaves her Dash. She was an avid sports fan, espe- He attended Colby devoted member three children, Dana cially of NASCAR, the New England College, before ultimately graduating of his local community, Bob offered McDonald and his wife Shannon of Patriots and the Boston Red Sox. She from UCONN. After 30+ years of public service first on the Dudley, William Matte of Webster loved her cat Missy. Kelly was a proud serving in the Navy, Bob went on to Woodstock Board of Education, fol- and Christine Matte of Putnam, CT; grandmother who most of all loved follow his passion for writing by lowed by 27 years as a member of The her three brothers, James McDonald spending time with her family. pursuing a career in journalism, Woodstock Academy Board of of Southbridge, John McDonald of Her funeral was held on Friday, Dec. first with the Rochester Democrat and Trustees. He was on the Roseland Park Framingham and William McDonald 29th, at 11:00am in the Daniel T. Morrill Chronicle, and later with the New Board of of Southbridge; her two sisters, Mary Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Haven Register. Trustees, and was a member of the Kimball of Southbridge and Rita Southbridge. Burial followed in New After earning his masters in Woodstock Theft Detecting Society. McDonald of Southbridge; her seven Notre Dame Cemetery, Southbridge. Literature at Trinity College, Bob fol- He is survived by his wife, Leslie, grandchildren, Brady McDonald, Calling hours in the funeral home lowed his passion for language and of 47 years, his daughter Morgan Rees Talan McDonald, Mya McDonald, were held on Friday, Dec. 29th, from education as a professor of journalism and husband Trevor of Williamsburg, Victoria Chiuchiolo, Dominic Algieri, 9:00 to 11:00am, before the service. first at UCONN, and later at Nichols VA, his son Gardiner Holland and wife Gavin Matte and Bruce Matte; her In lieu of flowers donations may College, and ECSU. For the last 25+ Jen of Weston, MA, four grandchil- aunt, Sr. Mary Bernard, SSJ of Baltic, be made to the American Lung years, Bob leveraged his skills as a dren (Corbin and Berkley Rees, Lydia CT; her two close friends, Mother Association, 1301 Pennsylvania Ave., storyteller to write over 50 novels, and Mary David, SSJ and Sr. Joan Clair, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20004. including a series of mystery, sports, Clara Holland), his brother Bill SSJ, both of Baltic, CT; and many www.morrillfuneralhome.com and adventure books for boys. In 1996 Holland and wife Nancy of Albion, he founded Frost Hollow Publishers, ME, and LLC, to distribute many of these titles, many nieces and nephews. William P. Rice, Jr., 78 Marion O. “Bud” Hanson, 90 PUTNAM - Robert J. Rice, Sr. William “Bill” P. and his wife Elisa WOODSTOCK – his large extended Rice, Jr., 78, of River of Hamden, Brian Marion O. “Bud” family, fishing with Road, died at Davis J. Rice and his Hanson, 90, of County dear friends, and in Place in Danielson, wife Amanda of Road, died Saturday, his later years, trips on December 26. Woodstock; his step- December 30, at home to the casino. Born in Putnam, he son, James Parent surrounded by his Bud is survived was the son of the and his wife Sabrina loving family. Born by his sons, David late William P. Rice, of Middletown; his in Independence, Hanson and his wife Sr. and Doris (Pepin) step-daughter, Nicole Missouri, he was the Theresa of Yakima, Rice. He was the loving husband of Burgess and her husband Bernie of son of the late Jack Washington, and Janice Parent Rice for 15 years. He Killingly; his brother, Joseph Rice of and Margaret (Boand) Hanson. He was Don Hanson and his wife Nancy of was predeceased by his first wife, Rose Putnam; his sister, Lea Therrien of the loving husband of the late Doris Southbury; his daughters, Carol A. (Alvord) Rice who passed away in 1999. Putnam; and his ten grandchildren. L. (Green) Hanson whom he married Kasperowitz and her husband Greg Bill served in the US Army and A Mass of Christian Burial for after his enlisted time in the US Navy. of Long Valley, New Jersey, Diane was later employed by Wajer Express William was held December 30, in They were married for 65 years at Hanson of Pomfret Center, Mary as a truck driver. He was a mem- Saint Mary Church of the Visitation. the time of her death in 2016, and he Murray and her husband Jeff of ber of the Putnam Lions Club and Burial followed in St. Mary Cemetery missed her dearly. Brookfield, and Janice Lindsay and Teamsters Local 170. He enjoyed read- in Putnam. Memorial donations may Eager to serve his country, Bud lied her husband Will of Woodstock; ing and going to local casinos. He be made to Hospice of Northeastern about his age and enlisted early in seventeen grandchildren; and nine was described as a good spirited and Connecticut, P.O. Box 632, Putnam, the US Navy serving as a Yeoman great-grandchildren. positive guy. CT. For memorial guestbook visit Third Class during World War II. After Relatives and friends are invited to Bill is survived by his sons, William www.GilmanAndValade.com an initial career working on the rail- visit with Bud’s family from 4:00 pm F. Rice and his wife Polly of Simsbury, road in the mid-west, ‘M.O.’ moved to 7:00 pm on Friday January 5, in the to New Jersey becoming a pioneer Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church in the computer programming indus- St., Putnam. The Mass of Christian try, serving as a Systems Analyst for Burial will be the following morning, Marvin G. Whiteley, 69 General Cable Corporation in New Saturday, January 6 at 10:00 am in WOODSTOCK - Marvin G. Whiteley, predeceased by Jersey and Connecticut, and later as St. Mary Church of the Visitation, 69, formerly of Eastford, died December his brother Frank a systems consultant internationally 218 Providence St, Putnam. Those 27, after a long illness. He was the hus- Whiteley of Eastford. for Howmedica and Micrognosis. Bud wishing to join the procession to the band of Linda (St. Onge) Whiteley. Calling hours will was most proud of his wife and family Church may gather at the funeral He was born November 15, 1948 in be Saturday, January of six children, whom he raised in New home at 9:00 am. Burial in St. Mary Putnam, son of the late George and 6, from 11:00am to Jersey before moving to Connecticut Cemetery will take place in the spring. Helen (Dixon) Whiteley. 12noon at the Smith in 1974. His favorite pastimes were For memorial guestbook visit www. Marvin was a graduate of Woodstock and Walker Funeral family camping trips, sing-a-longs with GilmanAndValade.com. Academy and Harvard H. Ellis Home, 148 Grove Technical School Electric Division. Street, Putnam, fol- He worked for Larochelle Electric in lowed by a Memorial Service at 12 Lydia A. Braemer, 97 Southbridge, Massachusetts for 31 Noon. STERLING – as a draftswoman for Pan American years. He retired early due to having Donations may be made in Marvin’s Lydia A. Braemer, Airlines. Lydia married and moved polycystic kidney disease. Marvin was memory to Bungay Fire Brigade, 97, of Sterling, wife to Sterling, where her two daughters known for his love of Chevrolets. He 1256 Route 171, West Woodstock, CT of the late William were raised, near her parents Evert served with the National Guard in 06281, NECCOG Animal Services, 125 Braemer, died and Anna Havukainen. She enjoyed Putnam. Putnam Pike, Dayville, CT 06241 or December 25, at Day golf, painting with Foster Caddell He leaves his siblings, Grace Brolin PAWS Animal Shelter, 240 Woodstock Kimball Hospital in School of Art, gardening, and life with (Bill) of Sullivan, New Hampshire, Ruth Ave W, Woodstock, CT 06281 www. Putnam. She was four grandchildren and seven great Brodmerkle of Barre, Massachusetts, smithandwalkerfh.com born in Brooklyn, grandchildren. John Whiteley of Danielson. He was New York to Finnish A memorial service was held immigrant parents. Lydia spoke only on January 3, at St. John Lutheran Finnish as she entered the New York Church, in Danielson. Burial will be at Public School System. After gradu- a later date. There are no calling hours. Robert J. Antos, 71 ating from high school, she attended In lieu of flowers donations in her STURBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS Masons A.F. & A.M. a New York City School of Design. memory may be made to The Sterling — Robert J. Antos, 71, of Pine Street Bob enjoyed helping people, he was She wished to work in fashion but Fire Department. Tillinghastfh.com Sturbridge, died December 21 after a a wonderful cook and loved time spent WWII brought her into the workforce brief illness. outdoors: gardening, hiking and kay- He leaves a son: Shannon and his aking. He was also a fervent Civil wife Eva Antos of Steamboat Springs, War buff, and spent much of his free Colorado; his long-time friend time participating and studying battle and companion Patricia Pelloth of re-enactments. OBITUARIES are published at no charge. Woodstock; a brother Joseph Antos of A memorial service for Bob was Dudley, three sisters Eleanor (Jean) held on Tuesday, January 2 in the Missiewicz of Webster, Nancy Skebos Belanger-Bullard Funeral Home, 51 and her husband Thomas of Oxford Marcy Street, Southbridge which was E-mail notices to [email protected] and Janet Mayer and her husband followed by a Masonic Service. Robert of Putnam; and many nieces The Belanger-Bullard Funeral and nephews. Home, 51 Marcy Street, Southbridge, Bob was born on February 28, 1946 in Mass. has been entrusted with arrange- or fax them to (860) 928-5946. Webster, Mass. to the (late) Joseph and ments. Irene (Chenard) Antos. In lieu of flowers, the family has He graduated from Bartlett High requested that donations be made to School and lived in the area all his life. the Civil War Trust, 1140 Professional Photos are welcome in JPEG format. Bob retired from the Massachusetts Court, Hagerstown, MD 21740. Please Turnpike Authority, and was was a visit www.BelangerFuneralHome.com member of the Quinebaug Lodge of to sign a memorial guestbook. B6 % Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, January 5, 2018 VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS Town-to-Town Putnam Villager  Thompson Villager  Woodstock Villager  Killingly Villager CLASSIFIEDS “Hometown Service, Big Time Results” TO PLACE YOUR AD CALL TOLL FREE EMAIL: [email protected] VISIT US ONLINE www.towntotownclassifieds.com 1-800-536-5836 ARTICLES FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE

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Local Events, Arts, and HERE & THERE Entertainment Listings ONGOING LIVE ENTERTAINMENT HUGE MEAT RAFFLE TRIVIAL THURSDAY FRIDAY NIGHT First Friday of the month No cost to play ROADHOUSE BLUES JAM HEXMARK TAVERN Early Bird 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 Cash prizes Every Sunday, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. AT SALEM CROSS INN p.m. Every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. CADY’S TAVERN 260 West Main St., West 1st table: 7:00 p.m. CHESTER P. TUTTLE 2168 Putnam Pike, Brookfield, MA Auburn Sportsman POST RAFFLE Chepachet, RI 508-867-2345 Club RAFFLE AMERICAN LEGION 401-568-4102 www.salemcrossinn.com 50 Elm St., 88 Bancroft St. Auburn, MA Auburn, MA TRIVIA SATURDAY NIGHTS 508-832-6496 508-832-2701 7:00 p.m. register 7:30 p.m. start up TRIVIA TUESDAYS HILLCREST COUNTRY at 7:00 p.m. CLUB Cash prizes 325 Pleasant St., Leicester, MA TRAP SHOOTING 308 LAKESIDE 508-892-9822 Every Sunday at 11:00 a.m. 308 East main St. Open to the public East Brookfield, MA WISE GUYS TEAM TRIVIA $12.00 per round includes 774-449-8333 Every Tuesday, 8:00 - 10:00 clays and ammo p.m. NRA certified range officer CADY’S TAVERN on site every shoot 2168 Putnam Pike (Rt. 44) AUBURN SPORTSMAN Chepachet, RI CLUB 401-568- 4102 50 Elm St., Auburn, MA 508-832-6492 B10 % Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, January 5, 2018