Killingly Villager Friday, March 29, 2019 Serving Killingly Since 2006 Complimentary to Homes by Request Prom Drive at Putnam High

A day without laughter is a day wasted. Killingly Villager Friday, March 29, 2019 Serving Killingly since 2006 Complimentary to homes by request Prom drive at Putnam High

Olivia Richman photo Real Wives of Windham County Secretary Melissa Haynes and President Juliane MacDonald said it’s always good to help people.

BY OLIVIA RICHMAN $2,700 towards tuxedos. see older students prep- NEWS STAFF WRITER “Most of us have boys, ping for their proms. PUTNAM — The and no girls. The dresses Seeing their dresses. It’s Courtesy photos Real Wives of Windham can run a few hundred, a major event for teen- NHS members filled an ambulance with the 80 stuffed animals they collected. County held a Prom but tuxes alone are $125 agers. Drive on Saturday, and up,” said secretary “I loved my proms. I March 23. Open to the Melissa Haynes on the would hate to know that public, the pop-up store at often-forgotten tuxedo someone misses out due the Putnam High School side of the prom programs to a financial situation,” offered prom dresses of in the area. “That’s a good said Real Wives President Stuffed animal drive all sizes, colors, and styles chunk of money.” Juliane MacDonald. for any occasion, with The Real Wives of The dresses that filled prom as the focus. Windham County decid- the gym were all dona- Any girl referred to ed to take on this cause tions from people in the the Real Wives was able because they have seen area. The Trinket Shop at Tourtellotte to pick out a free dress, first-hand that there’s a also donated dresses, along with shoes and jew- great need for it in the including brand new elry. For everyone else, area. They’ve seen fami- ones. Another shop the dresses were just $20. lies in the area struggling. that closed in the area, BY OLIVIA RICHMAN Armstrong - We all know what NEWS STAFF WRITER Last year the program “We just want to make Magnolia, donated a lot it’s like to be in distress. To have was only by referral. sure that everybody is of its dresses to the cause. THOMPSON — Tourtellotte that little piece of comfort is nice. Always trying to connect able to go to their prom. The Real Wives was Memorial High School’s National and reach more people, There’s no reason some- formed as a way for local Honor Society donated over 80 When did you start collecting? the Real Wives opened it one shouldn’t go,” said mothers to get involved stuffed animals to the town’s com- to the public this year. Haynes. with fundraising with munity fire department. The mem- Armstrong - We started just after Just a few nights before, Some people are wait- their children six years bers have a passion for this cause, Christmas until about mid-Febru- the Real Wives also held ing for prom their whole and why it’s so important. ary, collecting 80 stuffed animals. a Celebrity Bar Tender lives. And once they’re Turn To PROM page A6 Night. They raised over freshmen, it’s hard not to How did you guys come up Mary Steglitz - We made a sched- with this fundraiser? ule for all 16 members for five days of the week. We would have some- Jaylyn Armstrong - Lindsey’s one come at 7 each morning to the mom works at the community fire front foyer of the school with some department in Thompson, on the stuffed animals we already have, to Road toll forum at Killingly High ambulance. They had a need for promote our cause. stuffed animals, for kids who ride KILLINGLY – State Representatives Anne Dauphinais (R-44, Killingly) and the ambulance. And we needed a Armstrong – We got a lot more Rick Hayes (R-51, Putnam, Thompson) in conjunction with State Representative winter service project. We felt it than I thought we would. Laura Devlin (R-134), and Senator Henri Martin (R-31), ranking members of the was a good idea. legislatures Transportation Committee are inviting the public to attend an infor- Lindsey Seney - I know my mom Steglitz – We had great support mational forum on tolls at Killingly High School on Wednesday, April 3 from 7 always talks about how they need from our principal, who was very p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Investing in and improving Connecticut’s transportation infra- stuffed animals on the ambulance. enthusiastic about promoting the structure is a priority among all lawmakers. With the Governor’s recent budget She works there a few times a week. project. She’d come out with big address including more than 50 tolls expected on all major highways across the It really helps them feel better. stuffed animals to help us promote state, this event will allow area residents to share their concerns, get their ques- Turn To STUFFED ANIMALS page A4 tions answered, and discuss potential alternatives.

Putnam First Fridays street festival returns

PUTNAM — The Putnam June 7 features American fun from our favorite films Business Association First Music: American music is a and theme parks and offers the Fridays Committee announced true reflection of the diversity opportunity to dress up as your its theme for 2019: “Made in that makes us a rich culture. favorite character America”. This festival, which No matter where you travel in Aug. 2 celebrates Happy 50th boasts six consecutive months the world you’re bound to hear Anniversary Woodstock! It’s of events, looks to engage folks American music. Many styles been 50 years since love and of all ages with Art, Music, originated in the US - jazz, peace were celebrated by half a Entertainment, Artisan country, barbershop, blue- million people in upstate New Vendor Fair, Activities, Food grass, ragtime, hip hop and York. Music, tie-dyes and flow- Vendors, and more. more. Dress as your favorite ers in your hair are the memo- On May 3, the event high- singer and join us Downtown ries that come along with this lights American Sports: What’s to celebrate American Music fabulous music festival that more American than football July 5 highlights American lives on in spirit and in our cul- and baseball? Don your jerseys Theme Parks and Animation: ture today. Join us for food, fes- and join us on Main Street to As Americans, we love amuse- tivities and the vibe of peace, celebrate All-American Sports! ment parks and many of the love and happiness. New England Sports excite- world’s animated films and Sept. 6 celebrates ComiCon: ment abounds and this eve- characters originated right What began in 1970 as a one- ning we offer music, munchies here in America. With a focus day comic book convention in and a variety of activities to PUTNAM — Lucy, Ella, Gabby and Paul Shepherd attend the First Fridays on the many diverse stories San Diego is now one of the showcase our American Sports downtown street festival on Aug. 3, 2018. and famous characters, July largest, most unique events Pride. features a spark of American Turn To FIRST FRIDAYS page A6 A2 • Friday, March 29, 2019 Killingly Villager

Crack cocaine Police Logs

bust in Putnam Editor’s note: The information contained in these police logs was obtained through either press releases or public documents kept by the Connecticut State Police Troop D and is considered PUTNAM — On March 19 at Family Services (DCF) work- the account of the police. All subjects are considered innocent approximately 7 p.m. members ers were contacted and arrived until proven guilty in a court of law. If a case is dismissed in of the Connecticut State Police on scene. A separate case has court or the party is found to be innocent, The Villager, with Troop-D Quality of Life Task been initiated by DCF. Goulet proper documentation, will update the log at the request of the Force, the Statewide Narcotics was taken into custody and party. Task Force – East Office, the was transported to the Troop Putnam Police Department D Danielson barracks and and personnel assigned to the charged with Possession of TROOP D LOG Troop D “Danielson Barracks” Narcotics 21a-279a, Possession executed several search and of Narcotics WITS 21a-278b, BROOKLYN seizure warrants at #23 Hanley Operating a Drug factory Street in the Town of Putnam. 21a-277(c) and Risk of Injury to Wednesday, March 20 The search warrants were a Minor 53-21. She was released obtained after a lengthy inves- on a $50,000 cash/surety bond Jeffrey Haines, 55, of 160 Paradise Drive, Brooklyn, was tigation revealed that Ashley and is to appear in Danielson charged with illegal operation of a motor vehicle under the Goulet, 35, was selling crack Superior Court on 04/02/2019. operation of alcohol/drugs cocaine from her residence. Members of the CT State Once entry was made into the Police are committed to com- DANIELSON residence by police person- bating drug activity in the Wednesday, March 20 nel, a systematic search was “Quiet Corner” and anyone conducted and approximate- with information regarding the Nancy L Lafantasie, 59, of 1017 Providence Pike, Danielson, ly 15.3 grams of prepackaged illegal sale of narcotics and / was charged with a warrant “crack” cocaine, one inopera- or synthetic marijuana are ble handgun, scales, and pack- encouraged to call the Troop D Andrea Lee Reynolds, 40, of 61 Boys Avenue #A, Killingly, aging equipment were seized. QLTF anonymous Tips Hotline was charged with a warrant Due to a five year old child at (860) 779-4950 or message the residing at the residence, the QLTF Facebook page. Courtesy photo Thursday, March 21 Drug Endangered Child (DEC) Ashley Goulet protocol was followed. Two Erin Hausler, 40, of 7 Short Street Apt. E, was charged with Department of Children and evading responsibility – serious physical injury, illegal operation of a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs, and following too closely NEADS at Veterans Coffeehouse PUTNAM Tuesday, March 19 DANIELSON — The Danielson meet the needs of people with This will be held at St. John’s Ashley Goulet, 45, of 23 Hanley Street, Putnam, was charged Veterans Evening Coffeehouse a variety of disabilities, hear- Lutheran Church, 190 Wauregan with possession of narcotics, possession of narcotics with will have a presentation by ing loss and developmental dis- Rd. (Rt 12) Danielson, 1/2 mile NEADS on April 2. world class abilities. The hearing dogs are from Big Y at 7 p.m. This intention to sell, operating a drug factory, and risk of injury service dogs. NEADS trains a trained to alert their partners event is open to the public. The to a minor wide range of Service Dogs to to the source of a sound. The morning Danielson Veterans service dogs for veterans Coffeehouse (for Veterans Only) Friday, March 22 are designed to help the is open from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. growing population of and is located at the Killingly Jeremy Roy Shepard, 36, of 274 Providence Street Apt. #2, Jacks Trains veterans who can benefit Community Center, 185 Broad Putnam, was charged with traveling too fast (conditions), ille- from canine assistance. St,. Danielson, 2nd floor. You can gal operation of a motor vehicle under the influence of drugs/ They will discuss where also visit our web site at www. alcohol, and failure to drive in the proper lane Buy and sell all gauges, model trains, they get their dogs, how DVCoffeehouse.com and our Lionel, American Flyer, H.O., and G&N! they train them and how Facebook at Danielson Veterans THOMPSON We also have Barbies’, glass, cars, to get a dog and they Coffeehouse....and LIKE US on Monday, March 18 Hess trucks, and bicycles. will bring one of their Facebook. Christone Gareau, 33, of 150 Church Street, Thompson, was Inside at the Eastern CT Flea Market dogs to the Coffeehouse. located at 43 Connecticut Mills Ave. charged with a warrant Danielson CT. 06239 (site of the old Risom Mill)

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Courtesy photos Donna O’Scolaigh Lange’s “Nocturnal.” BY OLIVIA RICHMAN munity for an opening reception on school in town. NEWS STAFF WRITER Wednesday, April 3 at 6:30 p.m. The mission of the show is to foster THOMPSON — The Thompson There will be 101 works displayed, an appreciation of the visual arts, to Community Art Show is coming to from painting and photography to sculp- provide an inclusive venue to showcase Thompson Public Library, on display tures. And they are by 68 Thompson cit- creative of Thompson artists, and to from April 2 to April 26. Join the com- izens, who either work, live, or attend enrich the community of Thompson through artistic expression. “It’s wonderful,” said committee member Donna O’Scolaigh Lange. “I love being in solidarity with Thompson artists. There’s so much talent here. People I know, and people I had no idea, are just so creative.” Along with Lange, there are other Ann C. Rosebrooks work will be featured at people on the Thompson Community the Thompson Community Art Show. Art Show Committee that bring this epic month-long exhibit to life: Nancy Deede, Susan Emerson-Hill, Karen Durlach, Laura DiCarlo, Tricia Dustin, Lange. Instead, people are often view- Sarah Zabka, and Al and Lynn Landry. ing art online. Working with the Friends of the “It’s so nice to have a gathering place Thompson Library, the show will also in the community, where we can see be collecting art supplies for various original art,” she said. “It’s the experi- TEEG programs, and non-perishable ence of right next to an original piece of food items for their food pantry, during art. It’s a more immediate experience. the reception, and throughout the You can see the textures. You can read month. It’s just another way to bring the artists’ statement, and figure out the community together. why and how it was made. There’s just The Thompson Public Library is no something about looking at the com- stranger to art shows. Each month, the puter screen separates you from the Friends of the Thompson Library sup- artwork you’re looking at.” “Piglet Siesta,” by Susan Emerson-Hill. port Art @ the Library. This brings a new artist to the library’s community Olivia Richman may be reached at room each month. (860) 928-1818, ext. 112 or by e-mail at Unfortunately, art galleries are not [email protected] a very common thing these days, said Woodstock Dems Souper Supper fundraiser set for March 30 WOODSTOCK, Conn., Feb. 18 – Soup lovers rejoice! More than a dozen varieties of soups will be featured at this year’s Souper Supper, an annual community fundraiser hosted by the Woodstock Democratic Town Committee. The popular event returns Saturday, March 30, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the East Woodstock Congregational Church, corner of Woodstock Rd. and Prospect St., East Woodstock. This year’s menu includes the following soups: squash; chicken; vegetable and bean; hamburger with vegetables; onion; matzoh ball; spicy Chinese vegetable; and kielbasa with cabbage, plus Chairman’s Chowder; chili; corn chowder and zucchini stew. Additional soups are likely, event coordinator Suzanne Woodward said. Ticket prices are $10 for adults and $5 for children 16 and younger. Tickets are available from WDTC members, at the door, or by calling 860-428-5074. “Untitled,” by Frances Kornbluth, a resident of North Grosvenordale who passed away in A special treat at the Souper Supper will be an appearance from members of SINGS! The Quiet 2014. Corner Song-Swap. These performers will provide a brief warm-up for their Pete Seeger Tribute “For Pete’s Sake,” later that evening (7:30 p.m at The First Congregational Church of Woodstock). www.ConnecticutsQuietCorner.com Along with the multitude of soups, the menu also includes appetizers, bread and butter, salad, In Print and Online dessert and non-alcoholic beverages. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options will be available. “The WDTC welcomes Democrats, Republicans, Independents, unaffiliated voters and citizens of all towns to join us and dine in a friendly atmosphere as we celebrate the democratic electoral process,” said Charles Super, WDTC chair. Funds raised will be used to support upcoming Dem- ocratic campaign efforts. Belfast 1972 Photographing the Troubles Photos taken in the summer 1972 while on assignment for Ramparts Magazine and the Philadelphia Bulletin

“Charlie,” by Nancy Deede

Show provided by:

John A. Day, Jr.

April 1-30, 2019 OPENING April 4, 6-8 p.m. Jacob Edwards Library Southbridge, MA A4 • Friday, March 29, 2019 Killingly Villager Killingly High School alumni give back

KILLINGLY — Killingly High School attended both Killingly High School graduates Class of 82’ Donna LaHaie, and attended QVCC at some point in Class of 81’ David Panteleakos and their undergraduate academic experi- Class of 80’ Ted Reynolds, combine their ences. Donna LaHaie stated, “I have so efforts to help raise money for Killingly many fond memories of my high school High School Music Programs and years because of my involvement with Quinebaug Valley Community College band, choir and stage performance. Foundation with a benefit concert set Reflecting back, I especially remem- for Saturday, March 30 at Killingly ber how impactful Pam Rogers was on High School called “Voices in Concert my singing experience as our Choral with The New England Jazz Ensemble.” Director and how I look back now with All three local Northeast Connecticut such fond memories.” residents attended Killingly High Broadway Live Productions began School and QVCC in the 80’s while in 2000 and has staged hundreds of per- growing up in Northeast Connecticut formers, musicians and actors over 19 and have been actively involved in phil- years with thousands of people attend- anthropic events centered on music and ing one of the many productions at live performance as part of Broadway local venues including: Broadway Live Live Productions for the past 19 years. 2000, 2001, 2005, 2009 and 2015, Voices in David Panteleakos, creator and owner Concert 2003, 2004, Voices and Friends of the production company stated, 2003, Encore!, Broadway Live Helping “Donna and Ted have been so generous Hands, Broadway Live Christmas 2006, to share their amazing talents with us 2009, DIVAS Live, Follow The Fifty Red over the past 19 years and I could not Dress DIVAS, Les Misérables and The be more excited to go back to where it Conncert and Michael Dutra “Simply all started for us, Killingly High School. Sinatra.” All net proceeds from every We will be performing the music of jazz, performance have benefited numerous big band and Broadway with a 24-piece local and National non-profit 501 (c) professional orchestra, commissioned (3) beneficiaries including: American musical arrangements; and with profes- Cancer Society, American Red Cross, sional technical lighting and sound sup- Day Kimball Healthcare, Doctors port. It does not get any better than this Without Borders, Eastern Connecticut for a music lover.” Ted Reynolds added, Performing Arts Association (ECPAA), “I am so honored to be performing on Habitat for Humanity, Hale YMCA March 30th with Donna and Dave, as it Youth and Family Center, HealthQuest is our time to give back to a school that of Northeastern Connecticut, Hurricane gave us so much and to once again be a Katrina Relief Fund, Putnam Rotary part of an effort to help to raise money Club, Thompson Lions Club, Thomson for student scholarships for higher Ecumenical Empowerment Group education is so rewarding.” All three (TEEG), Interfaith Human Services of Putnam and Daily Bread Food Pantry, The Bradley Playhouse, Quinebaug Courtesy photo Valley Community College (QVCC) Donna LaHaie, David Panteleakos, and Ted Foundation. Tickets are are now avail- Reynolds able on-line at www.mybroadwaylive. com

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the cause.

Seney - It was nice to put them all in the ambulance, and see how many there were.

How did you feel about the support your cause received from the school and the community?

Seney – I was surprised by how many people cared about this. Usually we only get a couple people when we do these kind of projects.

Steglitz – We were asking for only new stuffed animals, too.

Why is it important for the NHS to do projects like this?

Seney - It feels like school is more than just, well, school. It’s something you can take pride in. Instead of just sitting in a classroom.

Armstrong - It makes you feel like you’re part of something bigger than just the classroom. You feel involved in the community. Something like this, makes you relate more to public safety. You put yourself in their shoes.

Steglitz - Even seeing Lindsay’s mom’s reaction. She was so happy. They had a couple old Beanie Babies before this. We have a better sense of community in the school. After a project like this one, we just feel proud.

Olivia Richman may be reached at (860) 928-1818, ext. 112 or by e-mail at olivia@stone- bridgepress.com RONNIE’S SEAFOOD Rt. 31 ChaRlton Depot “Proudly serving the community for over 40 years” FIRST DAY OF THE SEASON MARCH 28

Open Tuesday – Sunday Tues., Wed., Thurs., Sun. 11am-8pm Fri., & Sat. 11am-9pm DON’T MISS A BEAT CHECK OUT THE Accepting most major credit cards SPORTS ACTION! www.ConnecticutsQuietCorner.com K illingly Villager Friday, March 29, 2019• A5 Grand Prix comes to Eastford

EASTFORD — On Saturday, March 23, 16 youngsters competed in Eastford’s Grand Prix (also known as a pinewood derby) as 100 folks looked on. The young folks created their wood racing cars in many shapes and designs. And the winners were: Grand Prix Fastest Car category: First Place Penny York of Pomfret; Second Place David Budd; Third Place Owen Budd. The winners of the Grand Prix in Best Display category were: First Place Abigail Budd; and Tied for Runner Up Brianna Burgess and Hunter Brandriff (all from Eastford). The cars were timed as they slid down a long track located in the Community Room of the Congregational Church of Eastford. The crowd celebrated with a spaghetti dinner.

David Barlow photos Eastford’s Grand Prix on March 23 drew 16 competitors, 14 of whom are shown here. Eastford’s Grand Prix Second Prize for Fastest Eastford’s Grand Prix First Place for Fastest Car was won by David Budd of Eastford. Car was won by Penny York of Pomfret.

Public Meetings

Tuesday, April 2 p.m., Thompson Fire House BROOKLYN Conservation & Historic Preservation Commission, 7 p.m., Board of Finance, 7 p.m., Town Hall Tuesday, April 2 Monday, April 1 Town Office Building Conservation & Historic Wednesday, April 3 West Thompson Independent Fire Conservation Commission Preservation Commission, 7 p.m., Board of Selectmen, 4 p.m., Town Association, 7 p.m., West Thompson Sustainable Committee, 7 p.m., Clifford Town Office Building Hall Fire Station B. Green Democratic Town Committee, 7 p.m., P&Z Subcommittee, 7:30 p.m., Town Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m., Town Ethics Board, 7:28 p.m., Town Hall Eastford Public Library Hall Hall

Conservation Commission, 7:30 .m., Wednesday, April 3 Clifford B. Green Memorial Center WOODSTOCK THOMPSON EDC Branding Implementation Tuesday, April 2 Monday, April 1 Monday, April 1 Committee, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall

Economic Development Woodstock Business Association, 6 Trails Committee, 7 p.m., Town Hall East Thompson Volunteer Fire Commission, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall p.m., Town Hall Department, 8 p.m., East Thompson P&Z Subcommittee, 7 p.m., Town Fire Station Wednesday, April 3 Economic Development Committee, Hall 7 p.m., Town Hall Thursday, April 4 P&Z, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall Thompson Fire Engine Company, 8 Board of Finance, 7 p.m., Town Hall Board of Finance, 7 p.m., Town Hall KILLINGLY Monday, April 1

Town Council, 7 p.m., Town Hall

IWWC, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall

Tuesday, April 2

Town Council, 7 p.m., Town Hall

Wednesday, April 3

Charter Revision, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall

Town Council, 7 p.m., Town Hall

KCG, 7 p.m., Town Hall

Permanent Building Commission, 7 p.m, Town Hall

Thursday, April 4

Killingly Business Association, 7:45 a.m., Town Hall

Town Council, 7 p.m., Town Hall PUTNAM Monday, April 1

Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m., Town Hall

Thursday, April 4

Democratic Town Committee, 6 p.m., Town Hall POMFRET Monday, April 1

Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m., Town Hall

Wednesday, April 3

IWWC, 7 p.m., Town Hall EASTFORD Monday, April 1

Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m., Town Office Building

Tuesday, April 2

School Readiness Council, 5:30 p.m., Eastford Elementary School

Crystal Pond Park Commission, 5:30 p.m., Town Office Building A6 • Friday, March 29, 2019 Killingly Villager

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HACKETT SIGNS WITH BU Courtesy photo WOODSTOCK — Woodstock Academy senior Cole Hackett, flanked by his parents John and Brenda, signs his National Letter of Intent to play men’s soccer at Boston University on March 20 on the South Campus at Woodstock Academy. Crandall seminar at Westfield Church

BY OLIVIA RICHMAN This is a program that Smith and the first academy for young black ‘us against them’ mentality has resur- NEWS STAFF WRITER Kowlosaki have brought to other histor- women in a building that still stands in faced.” KILLINGLY — A program on the ical societies in the area, since Prudence the middle of Canterbury. For more information, contact the “Life & Legacy of Prudence Crandall” is Crandall has made such a huge impact This is the perfect time to discuss Killingly Historical Society at info@ coming to the Westfield Congregational on the area. And the world. Kowlosaki this part of the state’s history, said killinglyhistorical.org or by calling 860- Church on May 4 at 1:30 p.m. Sponsored will go into Crandall’s background, and Kowlosaki. 779-7250. by the Killingly Historical Society, the events that happened in the 1830s “What was going on nationally in this educational and powerful semi- that made her such an icon and trail- the 1830s, with the abolitionist move- Olivia Richman may be reached at nar is presented by former curator of blazer. Smith is writing a book about ment and anti-slavery... This is very (860) 928-1818, ext. 112 or by e-mail at Prudence Crandall Museum Kazimiera Crandall, and will discuss the legacy of relevant to today,” she said. “The racial [email protected] Kowlosaki, and Kendal Smith, educator this woman. It shows that her work is animosity going on in the 1830s seems of Prudence Crandall Museum. still inspiring people today. to have reared its ugly head. It never In 1833, Prudence Crandall opened disappeared, but lately a lot of that Earth hour at West Killingly public school Thompson Dam scholarships

THOMPSON — Here in The Last Green Valley our starry nights are important. DAYVILLE — Killingly Public Schools 2019-20 Board of Education Scholarship Join us from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 30 at West Thompson Dam, applications will be available starting April 1. Applications can be accessed by 162 West Thompson Road, North Grosvenordale, as we honor Earth Hour and our logging onto Killingly Publics Schools website at http://www.killinglyschools.org/ starry nights with a special astronomy program. Applications are also available at Killingly High School, 226 Putnam Pike, Earth Hour is a global effort to turn off the lights from 8:30 to 9:30 pm, March 30, Dayville and Killingly Public Schools’ Central Administration Office, 79 Westfield to shine a spotlight on the planet. If you can’t join us, you can still participate in Ave., Danielson. Earth Hour. Students must be graduates of Killingly High School. All applications must be As part of Earth Hour, TLGV Rangers Kim and Geoff McLean will lead a special received and in the Central Office, (not postmarked) by 4 p.m. on April 30. There astronomy program. During the program the group will observe some distant will be no exceptions. Please do not fax or email applications. objects, such as galaxies, clusters of stars, Red Giants and Nebulae. If you have a telescope - bring it. If you don’t know how to use it, come early and the McLeans will help get you started. They will talk about -- and answer -- all kinds of astro- FIRST FRIDAYS it up with a love of retro. nomical trivia during the observations. This is a family-friendly event. Please do The Zombie Fashion Show is taking continued from page A 1 not bring white lights of any kind. To see where you are walking, please use a on a life of its own this year in a new flashlight with a red light. location, Rotary Park, on Friday night The program will be held near the overlook shelter or in the field, depending on held across the US. It’s a showcase for October 18. Details will be updated conditions. Parking is the same for both. Please park in the lot near the mainte- American pop culture – from gaming on social media and www.discoverput- nance shed. to comics to movies to art. It’s an enter- nam.com For more information call TLGV at 860-774-3300 or email [email protected]. tainment epicenter and a “safe haven” Information to submit your artwork The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor is the last stretch of dark for those who revel in being different, for the First Fridays Poster Contest night sky in the coastal sprawl between Boston and Washington, D.C. nerdy, or are nerd friendly. So get your can also be found at www.discover- cosplay ready and express your own putnam.com. Vendor Applications for sense of super style by dressing up as Artists and Food can be found on www. your favorite character. discoverputnam.com. Information for College news October 4 features SteamPunk First Fridays can be found on www. (A Retro Futurism Party): Retro discoverputnam.com, First Fridays in Emily Hughes of Eastford, was named to the Dean’s List for the First semester Futurism is a movement in the cre- Downtown Putnam, CT Facebook page at Cornell University. Andrew Hughes of Eastford, a student at Johnson & Wales ative arts showing the influence of or contact Sheila Frost at coordina- University in Providence, Rhode Island, just completed an internship in Florence, depictions of the future produced in an [email protected] Italy in Italian business. earlier era. Confused? Don’t be – just imagine yourself dressed in an 1800’s Victorian outfit then add in a little PROM science fiction twist, like an iPhone continued from page A 1 11 DIVISIONS OF RACING, powered by steam. Or go in the oppo- FAN APPRECIATION PARTY site direction and make your laptop ago. The Prom Drive was a program APRIL & DRIVER AUTOGRAPHS! look like an old typewriter. It’s Twenty they started five years ago, and it’s Thousand Leagues Under The Sea, The always evolving and growing. Time Machine or Flash Gordon where “I just feel like you should always 5-7 predictions about the future were help people in need,” said MacDonald. made using technology of the time that “You never know when it will be you.” everyone understood. The trend can 45th Annual be seen in movies, fashion, music and Olivia Richman may be reached at beyond. It’s fun and an oh-so-creative (860) 928-1818, ext. 112 or by e-mail at CEBREAKE way to take today’s technology and mix I 2019 R [email protected]

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Mike and Beth Silvia entertaind at Memory Lane Café. Community Passover at B’nai Shalom

BY OLIVIA RICHMAN food that looks like the red clay Jews upon the Egyptians until they agreed to body who grew up in any kind of Jewish NEWS STAFF WRITER used when building the Egyptian pyra- free the Jews. home,” said Schimmel. PUTNAM — The community is invit- mids. But it’s also sweet, like the sweet- Steven Schimmel has been leading But the dinner is also open to every- ed to Congregation B’nai Shalom’s ness of liberty, of being freed. this Passover service for years. He said one else in the community. annual Community Passover on April Even leading up to Passover, tradi- that all of these symbols and songs are “Everyone can identify with the cel- 19. The participatory service and din- tional Jewish people don’t eat bread. a way to remind Jews not only of their ebration of freedom,” he continued. ner is a time to not only remember the They also eliminate all bread crumbs freedom from slavery, but of the people “Most people have experienced similar Jew’s slavery in Egypt, but celebrate from the house. This is because the in the world who are still enslaved. things in their histories. It’s a joyous freedom. It’s a time for the community Jews that fled Egypt were in such a big They pray for their freedom as well. holiday. People love celebrating with to come together. hurry that they didn’t have time for The food is also a big draw of this other people of different faiths.” Community Passover will start their dough to rise. Now, when Jews important celebration. The main dish For more information on this event, with a Seder Service, which includes eat kosher, they can only eat Matzot is a traditional brisket, paired with all contact Sue Stern at susandstern@ some special readings and Passover that comes from a factory that finishes kinds of vegetables. There will also be gmail.com. songs. The service also discusses the each piece in less than 18 minutes, not Matzot Ball Soup. traditional symbols that adorn each allowing it to rise. For many Jewish people, having Olivia Richman may be reached at Passover Seder plate, like salt water, Children in attendance will also par- Passover Seder with family and friends (860) 928-1818, ext. 112 or by e-mail at which stands for the tears people cried ticipate in crafts and get goodie bags is a tradition. [email protected] as slaves, and charoset, an apple-based based on the 10 plagues God brought “It’s just fond memories for every-

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I start- LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ed them The early because I really Cost of not having children want them to be estab- thief of Last week’s article in the Village ‘What It “Millennials Aren’t Having Kids”) Children are lished Costs To Raise Kids Today’ highlighted how often seen as burdensome or a box to check off when I expensive and burdensome having children is. your bucket list after you’ve lived life and are replant It mentioned three different studies that point well established. The messages we get are sel- them time to totals north of $230,000 lifetime cost for chil- dom positive. outside. drearing expenses. Normally, this would have A different viewpoint is this. Children are a My lit- Maybe it’s spring fever. Or been the article I glimpse over on the way to gift that are as essential for us as people as they Red’s tle, green are we all procrastinators? I’m view the Police Logs, but in light of everything are for our society and country. The family is babies are drawn to a series of recent arti- we are seeing and hearing from the media and the core nucleus of society. Our children are Word doing well other than cles on the topic of procrastina- our political leaders, this begs the question; the future plumbers, scientists, teachers, first tion. Is it procrastination when having ‘What is the cost of not having children?’ To responders etc. in our communities. They are BRENDA to restart I want to read about distractions examine this question holistically, it may be future taxpayers and caretakers for us when we PONTBRIAND a dozen rather than get going on my helpful to look at a few facts as a starting point: are old and invalid. Not looking at it this way is seedlings to-do list? Of course it is. While In developed countries, the TFR (Total Fertility to risk a future like what the Japanese are living because I value self-discipline and get- Rate - replacement rate outside of migration) right now. The Japanese, who have 1.44 TFR, are the little ting things done, my mind wan- is 2.1. This means we need 2.1 children on in full panic mode and racing to develop robots cat knocked the lid off of one ders all over. Perhaps yours average to replace ourselves. In the US, we as fast as they can to take care of their elderly. of the flats, and ate them. does too, especially this time of have dropped to 1.88 TFR, the lowest since the (Especially since they eschew any type of immi- Before I forget, I’m sending a year. Great Depression. Europe is in even worse shape gration) There is no doubt that there is a very big shout out to Ed Bauch of Nearly every day I take an (sources data.worldbank.org / data.UN.org or strong utilitarian argument for having children Putnam who called me after index card and write down www.worldpopulationreview). New England - and for legal immigration for that matter. reading my last column, and what I intend to states occupy the dubious honor of being the But beyond the necessity of preserving our offered to help me program do. I start with lowest out of all 50 when it comes to population society, it’s the happiness we receive as people the new fobs for Rachel’s car. Thanks Ed! The cold, wet the most pressing contribution in the country, aside from Oregon. that may be most important when it comes to thing and move bucket of suck we know as CT has a TFR of 1.59. There has been a constant having children. When people look back at their winter is hopefully nearing on. In the mid- drumbeat since the late 60’s / early 70’s about fondest memories, it’s almost always about fami- it’s end, and that dirty snow dle I bury sever- overpopulation by Malthusian theorists. (see ly. When you read commentary and advice from is finally melting so we can al items I know I The Population Bomb written by Paul and Anne people who are dying, it’s usually not spending see the lawn, Our driveway ought to do, but Ehrlich). There are no shortage of believers that time with loved ones that they mention as their is dirt, and most of it is also I don’t feel like humans are destroying the planet. This religion biggest regret. Why? Because loved ones (most on the lawn…pushed there doing. Lately the is taught in our schools and espoused by the notably our children) bring us the most happi- from the plowing. If I want- mid-ground has ed a berm in the front yard, NANCY WEISS media and most politicians, including the Pope. ness. Science seems to back this up. A study been taken up (We even had two letters to editor on this in last by the Max Planck Institute for Demographic it would be perfect…but I with the task of weeks’ Villager). Many politicians have moved Research found a direct correlation between don’t. So that massive grav- calling a special- away from the stance of keeping abortion ‘safe, children and happiness. Other studies show el, and dirt mound has to be ist about a pesky tooth. I imag- legal and rare’ to abortion on demand for any greater mental health, better relationship skills dragged back into the drive which as of now is a mud ine myself off on a trip that is reason, up until the moment of birth and even lower blood pressure in those that have pit. The motorcycles in the suddenly interrupted by a tooth In the last few months, we have witnessed children versus those that don’t. Children cause ache. That will move me toward garage are beckoning to be US Senators and Representatives vote against us to examine things more closely as they ask us ridden, and pool cover wants making the call. keeping infants’ alive that have survived an questions, to hold ourselves to a higher standard to come off. We went to I wasn’t brought up to pro- abortion and we’ve even had the VA Governor so as to be an example for them and to give and Dorchester, New Hampshire crastinate. Just make a decision (and others) defend infanticide. New York has receive love. last weekend to visit Sean’s was the mantra of my family. taken the unprecedented step of changing the If you are contemplating having children family, and see his brother Shillyshally was a word they law that calls the death of a pregnant woman a and worried about the ‘expense’, perhaps you in a Blue’s Brothers tribute used to describe the process ‘double homicide’ so as to ensure children in the shouldn’t. It might be better to think of them group. They currently have of messing around to make up womb are not considered people as an investment in your long-term happiness. four feet of snow around one’s mind. Action of nearly any If people of child bearing age have spent their (Plus the tax code will also help you by allowing their house, and it snowed description was always better entire lives bombarded in school and via the up to $3,500 per year in child tax credits.) Don’t while we were there. In all than evaluation. Whether the media with messages like “people are a virus put pressure on yourself to have a house or mate- they’ve had over one hun- activity was reading a book or on the planet”, “there are too many people in rial things first, or to equip your kids with every dred inches of snow this year, and winter isn’t even digging a trench, if done with the world”, “we are facing an ‘existential threat’ gadget out there. Children can be perfectly vigor, it was okay. Don’t just sit close to being over for them. to life due to our polluting the planet”, and happy in a small dwelling with parents who love They can keep it too! I don’t there. Do something! “babies are not really people until some point them. They will benefit more from your atten- ski anymore because I’ve Eventually I came to enjoy after birth”, is it any wonder that they are hav- tion, as will you, than game consoles, iPhones realized my mortality as I’ve doing two things at once. I could ing less children? The new titular head of the and the latest fashion. Families most often find gotten older, and I’ve never read a book and scratch the dog Democratic Party, Alexandria Occasio-Cortez, a way to make due financially and there is no ridden a snowmobile. I was with my foot. Now I listen to herself recently asked publically “Given climate better structure than the family unit for support. under one once. My cousin books in the car so that I can change, is it still ok to have children?” The move- What last weeks’ article failed to examine is ran over me with his yellow drive and “read” at the same ment ‘Birth Strike’ is filled with people that have the ultimate cost to all of us of not having chil- Skidoo when I was five but time. I’m especially happy to rev already answered that question in the negative. dren. When I reflect on it, I can’t think of a single I’ve never had the opportu- up all household appliances at Add on top of all this, the notion that children person I’ve ever met that said “I wish I had less nity to be the one doing the once: run the washing machine, are an expensive cost center and anyone con- children.” Can you? driving. I sport a nice, little the dishwasher, the oven and templating having a kid or two should be well scar under my chin from the the coffee maker so that I can settled into their career with money saved before encounter. We enjoyed the Colum Lundt snow so much more when walk from one to another as if starting a family, and it’s not at all surprising Woodstock I am an overseer in a great mill we were kids. The storm of that most millennials when polled are opting seventy-eight was the best… building coordinating a project. not to have children. (See Forbes June 11, 2018 unless you were an adult of I’ve read that we can’t multi- course. We lived on Letters task, but I know that most of us street in Putnam, which was can bounce a baby on one hip a steep hill so the town closed and stir an actual or figurative Climate change scare it down it snowed, and all pot with the other. I want to thank the two writers who took the warriors in this crusade to screw America. So, the neighborhood kids got to When I procrastinate, I believe time to rebut my climate change scare letter of if it is the fault of this group called “man,” what sled, and ski on it for a few I am being lazy. Fortunately, March 15th. Of course, the writers were quick to does that fully entail? Could it be “man’s” fault days. I remember it took my the latest article (NYT 3/25/19) judge me wrongly as a denier of climate change from the destruction of the rain forest in Brazil dad four days to shovel out tells me I am procrastinating when in fact I clearly stated that “every junior (trees naturally absorb CO2) to create more farm the cars because the snow was up to the roofs. We didn’t because I am in a bad mood. high student has been taught throughout the land in order to raise cattle for cheaper beef for I procrastinate to enjoy feeling have power for a week so my 20th century, that the earth’s climate is chang- Americans? Could it be from the mankind of the brother, and I camped out good right now rather than later ing.” It has always changed, and it will always two other great emitters of CO2, China and India? when I’ve accomplished some- in the living room with our continue to change. The title of my letter was Two countries that American politicians refuse parents. We had one of those thing. When I feel bad about about the “scare” that is being perpetrated upon to hold accountable. Or, is it as I contended pre- green metal corner fireplac- myself for procrastinating, the Americans. The “scam,” Mr. Day, is the lies that viously, the fault of “man” because the world’s es, and that was our heat article tells me, my negativi- are told to cause hysteria. As much as you might population has exploded? Get scientists and poli- source for the week. Blankets ty might lead me to do it even enjoy being right, the world is not going to end ticians to stop “mankind” from breeding and the hanging in the doorways to more. Instead of feeling, I use in 12 years due to CO2. In 2006, the climate scare CO2 problem will solve itself. I fully accept all trap the heat in our make- an app on my phone when I sit mouthpiece, Al Gore, told us all that the oceans these man-made causes for increased CO2, along shift camp while trips to the down to write. I set the timer for would rise by 20 feet in 10 years. He was only off with auto, plane and industrial pollution. In the bathroom required a coat, 25 minutes and promise myself by roughly 20 feet. The hysteria surrounding last 45 years the world’s population has doubled, and hat because it was on the not to move until it goes off. climate change is what I was referring to when mostly in under-developed countries. Of course, other side of the house where you could see your breath, Often the technique works. I called it a scam. Americans generally accept a blanket “mankind” accusation always suffices If my natural bias is toward because it was nowhere near that illegal immigration is a greater threat to our when specifics must be ignored. Again, I ask, the heat source. My brother action rather than reflection, it country, so the scare tactics are not convincing. what are the chicken littles of this world’s plans is also a mindset that doesn’t and I loved the new style of One liberal writer/scaremonger accused me of for these pesky problems? The simple answer: living but our parents were allow much for bad moods. If writing too long of a letter and acknowledged he/ Destroy America’s economy. probably having breakdowns my procrastination doesn’t she refused to read beyond the first paragraph. I stated that I was agnostic regarding climate living in one room with us come from an emotional source, But, still managed to criticize me for being a change not because it may be changing for the for a week. I’m sure we ate it is hard to cure with the rec- denier of their religion. So much for trying to worse because of anything mankind may be but I have no idea how Mom ommended procedure, which is engage with a democratic socialist. My second doing, but rather because it has turned into a prepared anything. When “self-compassion”. liberal inquisitor thought I didn’t write enough scare for the rest of us to buy into. The louder you’re a child those things We may need to forgive our- because I did not answer all his questions and someone yells, the less respect I give them. I am like dinner, and heat just selves for lapses in judgement, inane opinions. There is just no way to please agnostic about climate change because if indeed sort of show up. We made forgetting where we left our a liberal unless you bow at their alter. The it is real, there is not a non-harmful thing that forts with those red snow keys or being short with a loved only thing missing from these types of people is the scientists and politicians can do to stop it. block makers from Benny’s, one but notable people, such as had snowball fights, created their rallying cry: “Help us stop climate change It is impossible that all the renewable energy elaborate tunnels through Henry David Thoreau thought today. Prove you care by sending a check to the known to man could ever produce enough power procrastination was just the the yard, then marched back Democratic National Committee immediately.” to sustain the 7.5 billion people on this planet. into the house in our soak- thing to fuel creativity. Many democratic socialists, running for presi- When the liberal lefties in this country choose ing wet snowsuits so Mom He said: “How vain it is to sit dent, are making millions doing just this with to resort to scaring us about the dangers of cow could hang everything up down to write when you have all their ignorant posturing. They sound like the flatulence (see the green new deal), I’m done around the fireplace to dry not stood up to live.” Sounds old joke: “I’m from the government and I’m here listening to their goofiness, and I refuse to take or until John, and I would like an invitation to take a walk to help, trust me.” them seriously. start fighting, and she would to me. My question is this, is the climate mostly The climate change scare is nothing more than send us outside again. I think Charles Dickens put it best. changing due to man or is the earth just natu- a new age religion. The only thing missing is we enjoyed snow so much He said: “Procrastination is the rally producing more CO2? Yes, I know that our the sheet music to accompany their hymns. To more as kids because we thief of time, collar him.” “brilliant” non-biased liberal scientists have these people, Al Gore is their God, scientists are didn’t have the responsibili- While I’m looking for a way concluded that it is “man’s” fault. Call me a their prophets and politicians are their disciples. ty of making sure everything to get a grip on my procrastina- still ran smooth no matter skeptic! I wonder if liberals exclude themselves Turn To LETTER page A9 what weird weather chaos is tion, I’ll step outside and enjoy from this list of “man” because they are the holy my favorite ailment, spring tossed our way. fever. Brenda Pontbriand is an advertising account executive Letters to the editor may be e-mailed to [email protected] for the Villager Newspapers. She can be reached at (860) Please include your place of residence and phone number for verification, 928-1818, and brenda@villag- not publication. Letters must be received by noon on Tuesdays. ernewspapers.com K illingly Villager Friday, March 29, 2019• A9 Killingly’s earliest seafarers by American seamen as me in the Cady-Copp House, indications of lung trouble, and gunwale. Many shot, howev- proof of citizenship. The which belongs to the Aspinock the captain, looking hard at er, passed over and uncom- certificate was obtained Historical Society of Putnam, him said, ‘Do you think you fortably near them.” “’Captain Killingly by the individual through and is on the National Register can stand it to live on salt junk Copp returned as master of the the customhouse, public of Historic Places. Copp and and hard tack, young man?’ Morrison, her captain having at 300 notary, or U.S. Consul his two wives were buried in To which he replied, with the died before leaving Chinese when required in a for- the Putnam Heights Cemetery resolution that ever after char- waters. He afterward sailed eign port. It contained the located on the easterly side of acterized him until his brain many years for Messrs. Minot MARGARET person’s name, birthplace, Liberty Highway (Route 21), was affected by disease, ‘I can & Hooper of Boston, then WEAVER approximate age, height, Putnam, adjacent to Wilson stand it, sir, if others can.’ The engaged in the general East skin color, eye and hair Road. I was always intrigued captain again looked hard at India trade, and by them was color, and other distinc- because his first wife Abigail him a moment, and then said, highly esteemed and implic- Several weeks ago when I tive descriptive infor- Dresser Copp, born in 1818, ‘I’ll take you,’ and ever after itly trusted”. Copp died in was looking for information on mation, such as the location died on July 31, 1849 and was he ‘stood whater others did.’ Dedham but was brought back John Keyes, son of Mary who of scars or tattoos. ‘United buried at sea. The co-ordinates After a few severe voyages to to the family plot on Putnam received the first U. S. patent States of America’ was often of her burial were engraved Havana for sugar, and then to Heights for burial. granted to a female, I came printed prominently across on her tombstone (Latitude the north of Europe, Hamburg I had planned to write about across a most intriguing entry the top, and the word ‘protec- 30 degrees 10 minutes North; and St. Petersburg, in a trade a third Killingly seafarer in on Ancestry.com. “M ? John? tion’ might also appear. Small Longitude 67 degrees 33 min- now become obsolete through this column but have run out Kees in the U.S. Seamen’s engravings of the American utes West). James S. Copp, who the production of beet sugar of room. William H. Shippee, Protection Index, 1796-1871”. eagle often served to decorate died August 28, 1881 in West in Europe, he became mate, who served on the Charles W. The document provided and establish the nationali- Dedham, Massachusetts, and and subsequently embarked in Morgan, will have to wait until the following information: ty of the document. A serial his second wife M. Henrietta East India voyages from New next week. Declaration date-9 May 1806; number was included on every (Cole) were both interred in the York. He was mate of the ship If you have relatives who Declaration port-New London; Customs Protection Certificate same cemetery. Morrison of New York, belong- have gone to sea from this age-26; birth year-about 1780; for record keeping purposes. I recently started an online ing to Messrs. Talbot, Olyphant inland part of Connecticut, birthplace-Killingly, CT; The wording of the document subscription to newspapers. & Co.,, about 1837, during her please email me or call the Certificate Number-3750; was standardized, having been com so was curious to see if memorable voyage to Japan.” Killingly Historical and Height-5’7;” (http://library. transcribed on many examples, I could find any mention of Copp’s ship, which held sever- Genealogical Center. After all, mysticseaport.org/i ) This verbatim from the Act of 1796. James S. Copp. Luck was with al missionaries, was in Hong a sailor is not one of this area’s John was the right age to be the The Act of 28 May 1796, entitled me. In addition to several Kong harbor when six Japanese usual occupations. son of Mary and John Kies, but ‘An Act for the Protection and brief mentions of his death, I sailors, driven there by a gale, the staff at the Mystic Seaport Relief of American Seamen’, found a lengthy article about came into port. Hoping to gain Margaret M. Weaver Killingly were unable to find addition- provided certificates for the some of his adventures at an entrance into Japan, the Municipal Historian. Special al information to help confirm protection of American seamen sea. The Vermont Chronicle Morrison planned to take them thanks to my son Gabriel my hypothesis. Even so, this from the threat of impressment of Montpelier, VT carried the into the decidedly unfriendly Weaver for connecting me with individual had Killingly as a by the Royal Navy. (American following in its December 17, territory. Soon after arriv- Sarah Cahill and to Sarah and birthplace, so the information Maritime Documents 1776- 1881 issue. It was sent to [the ing at Nagasaki, the ship was her staff at Mystic Seaport for has become part of my accumu- 1860 by Douglas L. Stein, paper] by Rev. Dr. Wickham surrounded by many small their assistance. For addition- lated store of tidbits. (Special 1992; https://research.mys- of Manchester, Vermont, who boats; entrance was refused, al information email Weaver at thanks to Sarah Cahill and ticseaport.org/item/l006405/ knew Captain Copp very well and cannon were set up by the [email protected] her staff at Mystic Seaport for l006405-c041). …and the article first appeared Japanese. “Fortunately the or visit the Killingly Historical assistance with that request). A second Killingly native also in the Dedham Transcript of twilight, and some little delay & Genealogical Center Wed. or The document provided food appeared in the Mystic Seaport September 17 (1881). ‘With a by the Japanese in getting Sat. 10-4 or www.killinglyhis- for thought about what was Database for U. S. 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them from the taxpayers. them about climate change? what are you going to do about an issue that only they see as LETTER Anyone who refuses to see So, let’s recap. I am, for the climate change without mak- a calamity. I did not mean continued from page A8 the corruption behind the cli- record, all in with the “possi- ing the cure worse than the to hit a nerve with this man mate scare deserves the fate bility” that the world is getting disease? My faith in liberals is but apparently, I did. I hear- I would rather bow to the holy which accompanies the belief warmer even though the signs such that, if they could lower by humbly apologize to him cows of India (for the T-bones of in their false Gods. Worshiping show that it has leveled off over the global temperature by elim- and his many earthly Gods and course), than to the lying scare- the perceived power of man the last 20 years, according to inating CO2, they would go too overlords (scientists and pol- mongers of the liberal lefties in is a fool’s errand. If throwing NOAA. I might even agree that far and kill off all life on the iticians). Much could be said this country. Does anyone ever money at a problem could pro- mankind is making it worse, planet to prove that they could. to criticize Mr. Day’s retort, wonder why approximately 90 duce positive results, this coun- even though NOAA admits The personal attacks on me but editorial space is always a percent of scientists and aca- try would have the best edu- that the earth’s natural climate by Mr. Day were quite funny concern when you don’t own demia contribute solely to the cational system in the world, variability of El Nino’s, La and predictable. When you the paper you depend upon to Democrats? I never wonder rather than the most inept Nina’s, solar activity and even can’t defeat the message, shoot voice an opinion. My many about it because any reason- and corrupt. Liberals believe volcanic eruptions all play a the messenger. Apparently, he thanks to the Villager and its able person knows why. As that all their food comes from large part in climate varia- is a staunch liberal who has staff for allowing a civil con- the bank robber Willie Sutton a grocery store and their kids tions. Are you with me so far, bought into and is proud of the versation to be held on this knew, “that’s where the money think that welfare is a career liberals? So, let’s not lie or mis- left’s foolish agenda to destroy much hyped topic. is.” It’s called pay to play. This choice. Colleges are producing construe my words or intent our country in an attempt to scheme simply means that educated idiots with worthless in next week’s issue as done save the world. Yes, I blame political contributions are Gerry Renaud degrees, so is it any wonder previously. Lastly, with all of the liberals for all this hyste- made to the “correct” people Brooklyn that these same people believe that being simplified for the ria because they are the ones and grant money is returned to everything a stranger tells Kool-aide drinkers out there, screaming constantly about A10 • Friday, March 29, 2019 Killingly Villager Flexer leads passage of Murphy joins bipartisan early voting proposal bill to combat Russian

KILLINGLY — The Government ed,” said State Representative Dan Fox influence Administration and Elections (D-Stamford) who serves as House chair Committee of the Connecticut House of the Government Administration & WASHINGTON — U.S. Senators investments in the region, creating of Representatives advanced House Elections Committee. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), a mem- jobs and protecting our national secu- Joint Resolution 161 on March 20 at the “39 states already allow their citizens ber of the U.S. Senate Foreign rity,” said Murphy. state capitol in Hartford, a proposal that to vote prior to Election Day and more Relations Subcommittee on Europe “I’m pleased the House moved expe- would create a statewide referendum than 40 million voters nationwide did in and Regional Security Cooperation, ditiously to pass this legislation that to amend Connecticut’s Constitution 2018,” said Secretary of the State Denise and Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), chairman promotes European energy security on allowing early voting. State Senator Merrill. “Connecticut citizens deserve of the Subcommittee, applauded the and supply diversification. I look for- Mae Flexer (D-Killingly) is Senate chair the same opportunity to conveniently passage of their European Energy ward to passing it in the Senate soon of the Government Administration & cast their ballots. Allowing sixteen year Security and Diversification Act in to help address Russia’s attempts to Elections Committee. olds to preregister to vote will make House Joint Resolution 161, voter registration more accessible to the U.S. House of Representatives on use its energy dominance to influence “Resolution Proposing an Amendment young voters, a group that has lower Monday night. U.S. Representatives other countries in the region,” said to the State Constitution to Allow for historic participation in the electoral Adam Kinzinger (IL-16) and Bill Johnson. Early Voting and No-Excuse Absentee process. Encouraging voting early in Keating (MA-9) introduced the House The European Energy Security and Voting,” seeks to amend sections of the life often creates a lifetime voter.” version of their bill. Diversification Act of 2019 would: Constitution of the State Connecticut to Thirty-nine states and the District The European Energy Security Authorize financing to catalyze U.S. allow for any elector to vote by absentee of Columbia, offer some form of early and Diversification Act provides new public and private sector investment ballot without an excuse needed and to voting. Twenty-eight states and the tools for the United States to combat in strategically important energy proj- provide at least three days of in-person District of Columbia allow any voter to malign Russian influence and create ects in eligible countries from fiscal voting prior to Election Day. vote by absentee ballot without needing economic opportunities at home and year 2019 to 2023, including: Natural “Voting is a fundamental right and an excuse, while in nineteen states, abroad. Specifically, the legislation gas infrastructure such as intercon- we should be doing all we can to make an excuse is required. Connecticut authorizes $1 billion in financing to nectors, storage facilities, LNG import it easier for people to exercise that is one of twelve states that does not catalyze U.S. public and private sec- facilities, and reverse flow capacity. right,” Flexer said. “We must create have any provision for early voting tor investment for European energy Electricity infrastructure, including more opportunities for people to vote, and one of nine that requires an excuse projects that, paired with increased transmission infrastructure, storage through extending the period for in-per- in order to vote by absentee ballot. diplomatic and technical support, projects, and smart grids. Authorize son voting and allowing for no-excuse Neighboring states Rhode Island and will help diversify Europe’s energy $5 million per year in appropriations absentee voting. Voter participation in New Hampshire are also in that group supply and decrease Russia’s hold on for the U.S. Trade and Development our democracy is paramount and we of twelve states that do not have early the region. Russia uses its dominance Agency (USTDA) for project feasibil- want everybody’s voice to be heard.” voting. of the energy market, along with brib- ity studies, reverse trade missions, “I am pleased to see the committee “We should be doing all we can to ery, corruption, and propaganda, to pilot projects, and technical work- move forward with this critical piece reduce barriers to voting and encour- undermine Western institutions and shops to support projects in the earli- of legislation. With increased civic aging civic participation in our com- install pliant governments that are er stages of development. Encourage engagement, citizens want to exercise munities,” said Senator Flexer. “Life unable or unwilling to counter Russia the State Department to ramp up its their fundamental right to vote, and is unpredictable and it is unrealistic or its president, Vladimir Putin. political and diplomatic support to eli- Connecticut’s voters must have oppor- to have one day to vote in-person and tunities to participate in democracy expect everybody to get to the polls on “I’m thrilled the House has sent our gible countries such as by facilitating that work with their busy and, some- that day. I’m thrilled that we are one legislation to the Senate. For too long, negotiations for cross-border energy times, unpredictable schedules. Early step closer to making early voting a Vladimir Putin has used Russia’s oil infrastructure and assisting eligible voting would allow increased partici- reality.” and other energy sources to strong countries improve their energy mar- pation in elections and would ensure The bill now awaits a vote by the arm Eastern European countries. kets and regulatory environments. voters’ interests are fairly represent- House. This will boost private and public

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www.ConnecticutsQuietCorner.com A12 • Friday, March 29, 2019 Killingly Villager Courtney co-sponsors legislation to lower health premiums WASHINGTON, D.C. part of the health law. and their health care. Providing funding for that do not provide cov- allows states to set up — Congressman Joe “Last night, in fed- Introduction of this bill reinsurance, to help with erage for essential medi- their own Marketplaces; Courtney (CT-2nd dis- eral court, the Trump today is another step for- high cost claims, improve cal treatments and drugs, and Holding the trict) became an original Administration argued ward in that fight, and Marketplace stability, and that are allowed to Administration account- cosponsor on March 26 for the elimination of towards meeting our and prevent the Trump discriminate against able for its use of feder- of the Protecting Pre- the Affordable Care Act, promise of lower health Administration’s sab- people with pre-existing al dollars dedicated to Existing Conditions & and every benefit and costs for the American otage from raising pre- medical conditions. increasing enrollment, Making Healthcare More protection that comes people.” miums. Strengthen pro- Reverse the GOP’s outreach and running the Affordable Act, sweeping along with it – including The Protecting Pre- tections for people with health care sabotage that federal exchange. new legislation that will protections for people Existing Conditions & pre-existing conditions. has needlessly driven up In January, lower Connecticut resi- with pre-existing condi- Making Health Care Curtailing the efforts to premiums and uninsured Congressman Courtney dents’ health insurance tions,” said Congressman More Affordable Act give states waivers to rates, and empower states voted in favor of a res- premiums, crack down Courtney. “People in of 2019 includes provi- undermine protections to innovate and invest in olution to strengthen on junk health insurance eastern Connecticut sions that will: Lower for people with pre-exist- enrolling more people Congress’s position plans, strengthen pro- do not want to turn the health insurance pre- ing conditions and weak- in affordable health cov- to intervene against tections for people with clock back on protection miums with strengthen standards for essential erage. Reversing efforts the Texas v. U.S. lawsuit, pre-existing conditions, for patients with pre-ex- ened and expanded health benefits, which to stifle participation by which sought to strike and combat attempts isting conditions, but affordability assistance. would leave consumers requiring open enroll- down the entirety of the to stifle enrollment in this latest attempt by Strengthening tax cred- with less comprehensive ment outreach, educa- Affordable Care Act. The health insurance through the President to totally its in the Marketplace to plans that do not cover tion, and funding for nav- resolution passed the the Affordable Care Act. dismantle the Affordable lower Americans’ health needed services, such igators; Investing in state House of Representatives The bill was introduced Care Act would do that, insurance premiums and as prescription drugs, efforts to conduct out- and affirmed the House following news from yes- and more. I have voted allows more middle-class maternity care, and sub- reach to increase enroll- Counsel’s authorization terday evening that the once already in this new individuals and families stance use disorder treatment, educate consumers to intervene as a party in Trump Administration 116th Congress to combat to qualify for subsidies; ment. of their rights, and help the Republican-led law- asked a federal court to attempts to take protec- Ensuring that families Stop insurance com- individuals navigate the suit, asserting the House strike down not only the tions away from folks who don’t have an offer panies from selling junk health insurance system; of Representatives’ Affordable Care Act’s with pre-existing condi- of affordable coverage health insurance plans Empowering states authority to defend laws protections for people tions, because Congress from an employer can Stopping efforts to push to implement new it has passed and enacted with pre-existing con- has a responsibility to still qualify for subsidies Americans into junk approaches to increas- into law. ditions, but every other stand up for Americans in the Marketplace; and, health insurance plans ing enrollment and NEMBA bicycling season on tap

BY OLIVIA RICHMAN pace, beginners welcome. Wednesday spring and summer. Jimenez doesn’t have a favorite trail. NEWS STAFF WRITER Women’s Ride is an intermediate level For Quiet Corner NEMBA President, For her, it’s more like “flavor of the evening ride with varying locations. Stacey Jimenez, mountain biking is an day.” PUTNAM — The Quiet Corner Mansfield Hollow State Park is home escape. And she knows others are look- For more information, follow Quiet Chapter of the New England Mountain to the weekly Hump Day Ride, a ride ing for that same opportunity to forget Corner NEMBA on Facebook: Facebook. Bike Association will start their weekly with a pace determined by the group. the stress in their lives. com/QuietCornerNEMBA. guided group ride season on April 1. The Saturday Morning Special is a 20 “Many people are looking to get out, Olivia Richman may be reached at There is a ride for every skill level, and mile ride for advanced riders, as is the but don’t know the trails or where to (860) 928-1818, ext. 112 or by e-mail at more importantly, it’s a great excuse to Weekend Warrior Ride on Sundays. go,” she said. “They don’t know what [email protected] get out in nature and meet new people. These rides will take place weekly to expect from the trails. It’s good to gt Mellow Mondays in Goodwin State until the end of September, offering a out with a group for safety reasons, too, Forest in Hampton are at a social great outdoor activity throughout the since you’re out in the woods.” K illingly Villager Friday, March 29, 2019 • A13 Villager Newspapers COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT “Shining a light on community eventS”

March 29, Fri., 7pm April 7, Sun., 1-2:30pm The EC-CHAP Jazz Series presents na eve- Wee Wanders Skunk Cabbage Search, ning of interpretations as Grammy nomi- Wright Preserve, Pomfret St., Pomfret Cen- nated Nicole Zuraitis brings her all woman ter Their website, www.wyndhamlandtrust. quartet to The Packing House performance org venue. Doors 7pm / Show 7:30pm. Tickets $25. «BYOBF» (wine & beer only – ID April 7, Sun., 1:30-5pm required). Info and reservations: 518 791 The Eastern CT Center for History Art 9474. 156 River Road, Willington. www. March 30, Sat., 10am-3pm and Performance (EC–CHAP) will hold its thepackinghouse.us Tag sale on Saturday 3/30/19 at Lost and Found cat shelter, spring open house on “Looking Back Look- 459 Thompson Road, Thompson. ing Forward” will include a program of his- April 1, Mon., 7pm toric presentations, the Dye & Bleach House The Quiet Corner Garden Club at the South Rain or shine! (860) 315-5792 Community Gallery’s debut, poetry, a jazz Woodstock Baptist Church 23 Roseland Park trio, Admission is free. Info: 518 791 9474. Rd., Woodstock Presents How to grow a 156 River Road, Willington. www.thepack- small home meadow Creating a Native Plant April 5, Fri., noon to 8pm questions. (The SSMF is administered by the inghouse.us Corridor on Your Property for Pollinators and Club 2087 will hold a Lenten fish fry American Legion to provide temporary fi- Birds Presented by Kathy Connelly, CT Au- from in its hall at 1017 Riverside Drive, nancial assistance to qualified veterans.) UPCOMING (reserve now): thor & Landscape Designer *A $5 suggested North Grosvenordale. Fish and chips ($10); April 6, Sat., 8:30-2pm donation is requested of Non-Members (or baked haddock or fried shrimp ($11); fried April 6, Sat., 8-11am Vendors wanted for Car Boot Sale at Wood- join & use towards $25 annual dues)* scallops ($12, $15); fried clams ($16); sea- Finnish American Heritage Society pancake stock Historical Society, 523 Route 169, food platter ($17), and more. 860-923-2967, breakfast at the Finnish Hall, 76 N. Canter- Woodstock. $25 per space (12x20). Contact April 2, Tues., 6pm [email protected]. bury Road (Rt. 169), Canterbury. Serving Anthony Reed 860-771-1579 Commission on Aging Meeting, Ella Grasso oatmeal, Finnish Pannukakku (oven pan- Community Room, 65 Ballou St. Putnam. April 5, Fri., 5pm cake), sausage, home fries, scrambled eggs, May 4, Sat., Killingly Grange will offer either a baked fish pancakes with real maple syrup, toast, juice, Vendors wanted for Indoor Yard Sale at the April 3, Wed., 10-10:40am or a fried fish dinner with baked potato or coffee. Pulla will be available for sale! Live Atwood Hose Fire Station, Rte. 205 Waure- (& April 10, 17, 24, May 1) Preschool Story- fries, and coleslaw every Friday though Lent. music. $8 adults, kids 3-10 $5, under 3 free gan. $20.00 a table or 2 for $30.00. Sponsored time, Killingly Public Library, A story time $11 for baked dinnber, $10 for fried dinner. 860-546-6671www.fahs-ct.org find us on by the Ladies’ Auxiliary. Call 860-774-5194 held on Wednesday mornings for children Located at corner of Dog Hill and Hartford Facebook ages 3-5. Registration required. To register Pike in Dayville. Available for take-out or August 9, Friday for children’s programs at the Killingly Li- eat in. April 6, Sat., 7pm Join us for a Red Sox game: for $105: round- brary go to www.killinglypl.org or call 860- (and April 7, Sun., 2pm) American Classics trip motor coach transportation, ticket to 779-5383. April 6, Sat., 10:30am-1:30pm Repertory Company will present “A Raisin in game (right field box seating rows A-G) Bus Intro to Fly Tying. Get ready for fishing sea- the Sun” at the East Congregational Church, departs Danielson at 4pm. Call 860-423- April 3, Wed., 7pm son! Drop in at Pomfret Public Library for 220 Woodstock Rd., East Woodstock (860- 2591. Reserve your spot now!! Bingo every Wednesday night at St. James, a Fly Tying Open House, including demo, 928-7449). The play also will be performed 12 Franklin Street. Proceeds benefit St. display, basic instruction and Q & A with on April 12 and April 13, 7pm and April 14 DONATIONS WANTED James School. Derek May. For anglers of all ages! Details at 2pm at the Complex, 135 Main St., Put- April 16 – April 30, 10am– 5pm at pomfretlibrary.org. 860-9278-3475 10:30- nam Tickets are $20, students and seniors Donations of antiques and gently used April 3, Wed., 6:30-8pm 1:30 at Pomfret Public Library, 449 Pomfret $10. For info 860- 928-3178. household goods, furniture, toys, electron- Thompson Public Library Art at the Library St., Pomfret. ics, tools, books, decorative items, etc. for Annual Thompson Community Art Show April 6, Sat., 9am 65th annual Windham County 4-H Auction Reception. April 6, Sat., 7-8:30am Dr. Daniel O’Neill of the Day Kimball Med- & Tag Sale on May 3 & 4, 2019 accepted at (On view April 2 through April 26) Coor- The Soldiers, Sailors and Marines Fund ical Group will be leading a seminar enti- the lower level back entrance of the lodge, dinated by the Thompson Community Art (SSMF) assistance is available this Saturday tled “Health and Wholeness,” at Creation 326 Taft Pond Rd, Pomfret. No clothing Show Committee & the Thompson Recre- and every Saturday morning, 7:00-8:30 at Church, 47 W. Thompson Rd., Thompson please! Call 860-974-3379 to schedule de- ation Dept. www.thompsonpubliclibrary.org the Pomfret Senior Center, 207 Mashamou- (near the damn) www.creationchurch.org livery at other times or to arrange for item 860-923-9779 quet Road (Rt.44) in Pomfret. Always free pick up. and confidential; call 860-928-2309 for

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9th Annual Spring Fling Golf Tournament Sunday, April 28, 2019 ~ 10:00 am Shotgun Start Mohegan Sun Golf Club Baltic, CT

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 9:00 am Registration and Continental Breakfast 10:00 am Shotgun Start (Scramble Format) 2:45 pm Reception (Refreshments, Awards, Silent Auction) *Lunch will be provided on the course.

For more information and to register contact Jessica Deojay, Alumni Relations & Events Manager 860.963.6740 ext. 370 [email protected] register at www.rectoryschool.org/golf Tournament proceeds support scholarships for MELP, Rectory’s signature March Experiential Learning Program, which provides students with unique opportunities to explore interests and learn outside of the classroom.

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Charlie Lentz photo Charlie Lentz photo Putnam High’s Colby Livingston will be counted on for innings. Cole Davagian returns to the mound for the Putnam High Clippers this season.

BY CHARLIE LENTZ the rigors of the ECC. is you’re only as good this year,” Hehir said. The freshman on the “We’re looking to score VILLAGER EDITOR “I think they’re all as the competition you The sophomores on team include catcher a spot in the ECC tourna- PUTNAM — The level excited. It’s something play,” Hehir said. “I the team include pitch- Zachary Belleville, first ment our first year and of competition will be new for them. It’s apples think they’re up to the er and shortstop Colby baseman Ben Northup, make states,” Hehir said. raised as Putnam High’s and oranges comparing challenge.” Livingston, pitcher/out- utility player Jack “Our goal is eight wins baseball team joins the the CSC to the ECC. The Most of Hehir’s players fielder Nathan Barylski, Rindge, and utility man but if we get more than Eastern Connecticut ECC has bigger schools have to be versatile and pitcher/infielder/out- Avery Pederson. that it will be the icing on Conference this season. that we’re going to be will play multiple posi- fielder John Carita, third Livingston and the cake.” The Clippers record competing against like tions. The Clippers have baseman/catcher John Davagian will be at the The Clippers open the might suffer a bit ini- Montville,” said Hehir, only two seniors on this Espinosa, and outfielder top of the pitching rota- season at Ellis Tech on tially but playing in the in his ninth season. “It’s year’s roster. Senior Cole Jack Lomax. tion. Barylski and Carita Saturday, March 30, with ECC will likely benefit going to be challenge but Davagian will pitch and Hehir expects his team are expected to contrib- the first pitch scheduled Putnam over the long I think they’re up to the play first base. Senior to take advantage of some ute plenty of innings of for 11 a.m. haul. Putnam exited the challenge.” Jeff Reed will be a utility speed and play situation- well. now-defunct Constitution Tommy Derosier will man. The juniors on the al baseball. Putnam finished 9-11 Charlie Lentz may be State Conference two serve as Hehir’s assistant ballclub included second “I’m looking at being in the regular season reached at (860) 928-1818, years ago and played an coach. In the long run baseman Tanner Clark aggressive on the base last year. Eight wins are ext. 110, or by e-mail at independent schedule Putnam’s association and outfielder Nicholas paths. Again, like last needed to gain a berth charlie@villagernewspa- last season. Now coach with the ECC should ben- Perreault. year, small ball — I need in the state tournament. pers.com. Chris Hehir must pre- efit the players. “I’m relying on the to get strong pitching this The Clippers will play in pare his young squad for “My motto every year upperclassmen to step up year,” Hehir said. Division 4 of the ECC. Youthful roster for Ellis Tech softball

BY CHARLIE LENTZ the first round of the Class S said. “I’ve just got to kind of tourney. Ellis Tech opens the season VILLAGER EDITOR state tournament. Murray said have to ease them into it and “That’s still my goal, is to on the road at Holy Family on DANIELSON — With the the Golden Eagles will likely gain their trust and we’ll be win eight games. Take it game Monday, April 1. loss of five key seniors to grad- have to manufacture runs this fine.” by game and see how we can Charlie Lentz may be reached uation, this year’s softball team season and it might take some Junior Izzy Vajcovec will be end up in the tournament. And at (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by at Ellis Tech might be a work time to implement her system. in the pitching rotation and we just go with it from there,” e-mail at charlie@villagernews- in progress for coach Michelle “We’re so young that most play third base when she’s not Murray said. papers.com. Murray. of them don’t understand the in the pitching circle. Junior “We’re young and we’re small-ball piece of it,” Murray Mackenzie Saucier will also going to take our learning said. “I have to get them to pitch. They will be counted lumps,” Murray said. “But I understand the game is a small on to provide the bulk of the P.O. Box 579 think they’re positive together game. It’s a lot of bunt-and-run innings from the circle. 38 Providence Rd Linwood, MA 01525 508.234.4585 as a team. And I think we’re and it’s a lot of slap hitting. I “I think (Vajcovec) and really going to hold our own just need to give them just a lit- Mackenzie (Saucier) are going once they start gaining a little bit of time and then they’re to feel their way through it. HELP WANTED going to see how we make it And I have to develop a few tle bit of confidence. I’m very Great drivers needed for a great company. Foxy Travel & confident that we’ll build our happen.” more freshmen pitchers, just confidence as the season goes Murray said she’s starting to kind of keep the flow going, FTI Coach have owned Motorcoaches for 30 years and pride our- along and do the best that we with the basics. they’re just willing to do what- selves on having the best drivers on the road. can. “A lot of times in rec ball ever it takes. They’re so coach- Ellis Tech finished 12-9 last they don’t teach the bunt. They able and they’re a great bunch We are looking for dedicated full-time and part-time drivers. season. Lyman Memorial don’t teach the slap. They don’t of girls. I can’t wait to see You MUST have a CDL to drive for this company. defeated the Golden Eagles in teach the small game,” Murray how the season progresses,” Murray said. Qualified applicants can apply The seniors on the roster online on our Facebook page include shortstop Sydney Nault and outfielder Olivia Deveny. @foxytravel or [email protected]. The juniors include Vajcovec Call 508-234-4585 and Saucier, who will also play in the outfield. The sophomores on the roster include second baseman Vivianna St. Jean, catcher Joceyln Collins, outfielder Natalie Creighton, and outfielder Nydaliz Ramos. The freshmen include first baseman Jordan Daoust, left fielder Mackenzie Dickinson, and infielder Ashlee Luty. The goal will be to qualify for the state tournament. Eight wins are Charlie Lentz photo needed to gain Izzy Vajcovec will be counted on in Ellis Tech’s pitching rotation a berth in the B2 % Killingly Villager % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, March 29, 2019 Tough schedule for Woodstock softball

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through that gauntlet and win going to help us be pretty com- players. They’re great leaders BY CHARLIE LENTZ last season and lost to East VILLAGER EDITOR the games that we should, and petitive.” and we have some really good Lyme in the first round of the compete, we could be a pretty The seniors on the roster leadership this year. I’m very Class L state tournament. This good tournament team.” include shortstop Hannah happy.” WOODSTOCK — Woodstock season won’t be any easier. A pair of sophomore pitch- Burgess, third baseman The juniors on the ros- softball coach Jason Gerum “We’ve got a bit of a gauntlet ers, Mackenzie Leveille and Heather Converse, catcher ter include outfielder Gabby knows the Centaurs have for a schedule but this is proba- Megan Preston, return to the Julianna Nuttall, first baseman Barnes, and infielder/out- their work cut out for them bly the deepest team I’ve had as roster. Leveille started last sea- Hannah Chubbock, and senior fielder/designated hitter Maia with a demanding schedule far as experience,” said Gerum, son and will likely contribute outfielder Maria Scandalito. Corrado. The sophomores in Division I of the Eastern in his eighth season. “As far as the bulk of the innings from Gerum said his seniors have include Leveille, Preston, and Connecticut Conference. one through 12, they all play a the pitching circle this season. been leaders. center fielder Camille Corrado, “We’ve got a gauntlet. We got lot of softball. Even though it’s Gerum said his youthful pitch- “Obviously, Hannah catcher Marissa Mayhew, and moved back up to Division I going to be a tough schedule ers have some innings under (Burgess) has played all four utility player Amanda Bond. and then after those six games, I feel pretty good about being their belts. years. Heather (Converse) is Brad Favreau will serve as for the crossovers in Division competitive.” “They’re still a little young just a great athlete, multi-sport Gerum’s assistant coach. The 2 they gave us Griswold, Gerum said if the Centaurs but we got them a lot of games athlete, she’s played varsity Centaurs open the season Waterford, and Stonington — can survive the ECC and qual- last year, a lot of innings, and for us for three years,” Gerum on the road at Newington on the top three teams. And then ify for the state tourney they they play a lot of softball year- said. “Julianna (Nuttall) has Saturday, March 30. for our crossover in Division 3 could make some noise. round. Already in preseason played with us for three years they gave us Montville, the top “They’re good enough, with they’re way further along than and she’s been our starting Charlie Lentz may be reached team,” Gerum said. “Half our experience and depth, that I they were last year,” Gerum catcher the last two. She’s real at (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by schedule is the best teams in believe if we make the tour- said. “They’re just getting bet- solid behind the plate. Our e-mail at charlie@villagernews- the ECC.” nament we could make a little ter and better. We’re happy seniors are real experienced, papers.com. The Centaurs finished 9-13 run,” Gerum said. “If we get with them and I think they’re very committed, very serious New coach for Tourtellotte softball BY CHARLIE LENTZ team. Right off the bat he’s told his all the girls to buy into the moment,” be very easy to play for. We want to VILLAGER EDITOR Tigers that he wants to top last year’s Faucher said. “Today is our biggest day. have fun with what we’re doing here THOMPSON — First-year coach Paul 7-13 record. Tourtellotte fell one win We’ve got to be better than yesterday.” but we’re going to work hard,” Faucher Faucher takes the reins for Tourtellotte short of qualifying for the state tour- He’ll face the usual challenges of a said. “Bottom line, if you’re not enjoy- Memorial’s softball team this spring. nament last season. He has a simple first-year coach. ing what you’re doing — it doesn’t mat- He brings along extensive experience philosophy. “It’s just getting to know the abilities ter if it’s softball, basketball, school, or to the dugout including a stint coaching “Our biggest game of the year is the of the girls and putting them in the right life — it’s going to be an ordeal.” Tri-Town’s American Legion baseball next one we’re playing. I’m trying to get situations and the right positions on the Tourtellotte is in Division 4 of the field and knowing the combinations out Eastern Connecticut Conference. there that’s going to work for the team,” Faucher has set high goals, much high- Faucher said. “Obviously baseball and er than seven wins. He likened the goals softball are very similar except for the to climbing a rope. pitching aspect. It’s going to be a work “We’re going to have fun out there in progress for me to learn that.” but we’re going to work and not be sat- Faucher said assistant coach Lexie isfied with anything. We always want Lamontagne will be a “huge help” with to push forward to achieve higher and the pitching staff. The seniors on the higher,” Faucher said. “I told them the roster include shortstop Lauren Ramos, first day of practice that we have a rope pitcher/outfielder Amanda Bogoslofski, with four knots on it. The first knot, third baseman/left fielder Jolie Wilbur, that’s qualifying for the state tourna- outfielder Brianna Loffredo, infielder/ ment. The second knot is qualifying for outfielder Kaileigh Summers, and out- the ECC Tournament, the third knot fielder Kate Heffernan. is winning that tournament. And the “Your best players need to be your fourth knot obviously is winning the hardest workers. That’s what we’re state championship. I want them to looking for from our seniors,” Faucher aspire to the highest possible goal. If we said. “And so far they’ve shown it.” win every game, obviously wonderful. The juniors on the team include catch- But if we lose more than we win but er/first baseman Steph Daly and sec- they’ve given me everything they’ve got ond baseman Emily Angelo. The sopho- and the other team has to earn it — I’m mores on the roster include pitcher/first fine with that. But we just have to keep baseman/outfielder Lindsey Houghton, pushing for the highest goals.” catcher/infielder Kerrigan LaCasse, Tourtellotte opens the season on the and utility player Samantha Worster. road at Wheeler on Tuesday, April 2. The freshmen include outfielder Olivia Dalpe, outfielder Jaycee Castano, pitch- Charlie Lentz may be reached at (860) er/outfielder Kylie Smith, and first 928-1818, ext. 110, or by e-mail at char- baseman Sarah Duquette. [email protected]. Spring training has gone well and the Charlie Lentz photo team has been working hard. “They are a loose bunch. They’re Sophomore Lindsey Houghton returns to Tourtellotte Memorial’s softball team. relaxed. I tell them that I’m going to New era for Tourtellotte baseball BY CHARLIE LENTZ and get their arms into game sophomores include pitcher/ VILLAGER EDITOR readiness.” second baseman Kaden Strom, THOMPSON — Coach Lee The seniors on the ros- pitcher/outfielder Brady Blanchette has great expec- ter include pitcher Anthony Monahan, first baseman John tations for Tourtellotte Ferraro, first baseman Matt Steglitz, and pitcher/outfielder Memorial’s baseball program. Grauer, and catcher Dylan Garrett Koziak. The freshmen The first-year coach isn’t Vincent. Ferraro, junior Devin on the roster include catcher deterred by last season’s 3-17 Dalpe, and junior Jack Merrill Alex Grauer, outfielder Justin finish. will all be counted on for pitch- Billings, outfielder Coady Bell, “In our first meeting, our ing. Vincent returns with plen- pitcher/shortstop Nathan team goal is to win the whole ty of experience behind the Barber, pitcher/outfielder thing. Our goal is to win the plate and will steady the pitch- Ryan Barbour, and pitcher/ state championship. It should ing staff. outfielder Kyle Busha. be any team’s goal,” Blanchette “I definitely feel comfortable The Tigers open the season said. “These kids believe it. with Dylan being in charge at home on Monday, April 1, These kids are working hard. behind the plate. He’s caught against Windham. The first I can’t see why we can’t win 12, all these kids for the last two pitch is scheduled to be thrown 13, 14 games this year.” years. He knows even some of at 4 p.m. on Tourtellotte He’s familiar with the roster the newcomers,” Blanchette Memorial’s field. Blanchette and knows the Tigers’ poten- said. “I think we have some said his players will be ready. tial. good young arms that will be “A lot of these kids, 11 out of “The good thing is I’ve able to give us some innings 17 kids all play summer ball, coached most of these kids and take some of the stress off so we’ve got a lot of game expe- of going deep with some of the rience over this past summer from T-ball up,” Blanchette Charlie Lentz photo said. “The biggest challenge is older guys.” playing American Legion ball just to figure out where guys The juniors on the roster against some of the same kids Junior Devin Dalpe returns to Tourtellotte Memorial’s pitching rotation are going to be playing and include center fielder Steve they’re going to be facing in a getting them into game-shape Scrapchansky, pitcher/third few weeks,” Blanchette said. ty confident that we can win at (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by mode without being able to get baseman Jack Merrill, pitcher/ “So we’re pretty confident that against any team.” e-mail at charlie@villagernews- out on the field yet — not being right fielder Devin Dalpe, and no matter who we play, once papers.com able to get outside right away infielder Nick Sturdevant. The we get on that bus we’re pret- Charlie Lentz may be reached Killingly Villager % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, March 29, 2019 B3 Charles H. Lounsbury, III, 76 PUTNAM - Charles and Gretchen Hamn and her husband OBITUARIES H. Lounsbury, III, Daniel of Rockland, Massachusetts; his 76, of Richmond Rd., sisters, Kathryn Phenix of Melbourne, died Monday, March Florida, and Linda VanEck of Vermont; 18, 2019, at William five grandchildren, Sinead Politz, Albert J. Morrell, 81 W. Backus Hospital. Addison Hamn, Phoebe Hamn, Anne Born in Danbury, Lounsbury and Samuel Lounsbury and PUTNAM - Albert Deborah Apostolik and her husband he was the son of two great grandchildren, Jaxton Politz J. “Nu-nu” Morrell, Jack of Leesburg, FL, and Christine the late Charles H. and Lorelei Politz. 81, passed away on Lynch and her husband Bill of Lounsbury, Jr. and Calling hours were held on March Thursday, March Spencer, MA; his sister Claire Lebeau Anne Marie (Ziegler) Lounsbury Ayers. 23, in the Gilman Funeral Home & 21, 2019 in his home. of Woodstock; his grandchildren, Charlie was a 1964 graduate of the Crematory, which were followed by a He was born in Tiffany Chabot, Stephany Daniels, United States Naval Academy and was Funeral Service. An inurnment ceremo- Putnam, CT, the son Michael Kroell, Joseph Kroell; three a Vietnam Navy Veteran. He worked ny at the United States Naval Academy of the late Albert and great-granddaughters, Abrielle, as an Emergency Medical Technician Cemetery in Annapolis, MD will take Aurore (Remillard) Natalie and Ella; and an expected forth for American Ambulance, worked as place in May. For memorial guestbook Morrell. He was the great-grandchild. a computer programmer and was an please visit www.GilmanAndValade. loving husband of the late Joan E. The family would like to thank the entrepreneur. He was a member of com. (Berthiaume) Morrell. Day Kimball Oncology Department for the Canterbury Volunteer Fire Albert Morrell was employed as a all their kind and compassionate care. Department. He truck driver for many years working Calling hours were held in enjoyed skiing COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR LEASE for Wajer Trucking, American Optical the Gilman Funeral Home and and volunteered RETAIL or OFFICE SPACE and Frito Lay. In addition, he was also Crematory, on Monday, March 25. on the Powder employed as a mason for the State A Mass of Christian Burial was held Ridge Ski Patrol Beautiful water views with over 2400 SF of of Connecticut. He was a member at St. Mary Church of the Visitation, for many years. space available in a standalone brick building of Teamsters Local 493 Montville, CT Putnam. Burial will follow in St. Mary Charles is sur- with a full kitchen & 3 bathrooms and enjoyed Golfing and Traveling. Cemetery, Putnam. Memorial dona- vived by his chil- located on busy Rt. 16 in Uxbridge, MA dren, Jonathan He was a faithful communicant of St. tions may be made to the Oncology $1350 per month Mary Church of the Visitation. Department at the Day Kimball Lounsbury and Albert is survived by his son Hospital, P.O. Box 632, Putnam, CT his wife Heather David Morrell and his wife Susan 06260. For memorial guestbook visit of Westmoreland, PLEASE CONTACT of Canterbury; his two daughters, www. 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On March S 15 Cady Lane 1:00-3:00 $275,000 Mary Collins Dash in North Grosvenordale. She 28, a Mass of Christian Burial was held 860-336-6677 enjoyed crafting, shopping, going out in St. Joseph Church, 18 Main St., N. T Berkshire Hathaway HS to eat and visiting the area casinos. Grosvenordale. Burial will follow in Lorraine is survived by; her son, St. Joseph Cemetery. Richard Cournoyer and his wife Memorial donations may be made A Sunday, March 31, 2019 Teena of Quinebaug; her daughters, to: Hospice and Palliative Care of NE POMFRET Jeannine Witter and her husband CT, Hospice Suite Fund, c/o box 632, T 118 Killingly Rd 1-3 Mary Collins John of Plainfield, Lisa Phelps and her Putnam, CT 06260 860-336-6677 husband Shawn of N. Grosvenordale, For memorial guestbook visit www. E Donna Obuchowski and her husband GilmanAndValade.com. Berkshire Hathaway HS Dave of Webster, Massachusetts,

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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 Arthur J. LaFortune, Sr., 96 Douglas H. Hopkins, 67 OXFORD/ was a U.S. Navy vet- POMFRET Besides his wife WEBSTER – Arthur eran of World War CENTER -- Douglas Alice, he leaves his J. LaFortune, Sr., II, serving in the H. Hopkins, 67 of children Kimberly 96, died Saturday, European Theater Pomfret Center died White and her hus- March 23, 2019, at and South Pacific. Saturday, March band Steven of Webster Manor Mr. LaFortune 16, 2019 at Yale New Salisbury, North Nursing Home in was the head custo- Haven Hospital Carolina, Ginger Webster. He was pre- dian at Auburn High in New Haven. He Rathbun and fian- deceased by his wife School, retiring in was the beloved cé Paul Malley of of 64 years, Anna M. 1984. Previously he husband of Alice Canterbury, Sandra (Cronin) LaFortune held various manufacturing jobs. He (Marcy) Hopkins; they were mar- Sherburne and her husband John of of Oxford who died was a member of the American Legion ried September 13, 1969. He was born Danville, Vermont, Callie Hopkins in 2010; his brother, Post 279 in Auburn. on August 14, 1951 in Foster, Rhode and fiancé Shane Field of Plainfield, Edward LaFortune Although our father served admi- Island, the son of the late Jason and grandchildren Shawn White, Erica who died in 1990; and rably in World War II for which he Viola Hopkins. Leatherman, Tricia Barnhardt, his granddaughter, received the Purple Heart, he in his Doug was a firefighter and fire police- Shelby Rathbun, Sam Sherburne, Renee LaFortune own words said “I didn’t do anything man for 45 years with the Pomfret Fire Peyton Field, Max Sherburne and 6 who died in 2018. He heroic. I just lived an ordinary life.” Department. He was a veteran of the great grandchildren, a sister Kathleen is survived by four Ordinary yes, but in his own non-hero- Vietnam War serving in the Navy as Brackett of Foster, Rhode Island. children, Pamela Careau and her hus- ic way, lived a life of integrity and per- a Corp Man in Newport, Rhode Island. Calling hours will be Saturday, band Paul of Surprise, AZ, Arthur sonal values which we, his children, Doug was a truck driver for over 20 April 6, 2019 from 10:00 to 12:00 PM at LaFortune Jr. and his wife Kim of can only now fully appreciate. years and enjoyed hunting. He was the Smith and Walker Funeral Home, Charlton, James LaFortune of North A funeral service was held Thursday, a very creative and artistic man. He 148 Grove Street, Putnam. A Graveside Grosvenordale, CT, and Lois Payne March 28, 2019, at 12 noon at Paradis- enjoyed pumpkin carving, wood burn- service will follow at 12:30 PM at the and her longtime companion Kurt Givner Funeral Home, 357 Main St., ing, airbrushing and screen printing, Abington Cemetery, Pomfret, with Liden of Dudley; six grandchildren Oxford. Burial followed at North all while volunteering with the youth Military Honors. Share a memory at and five great-grandchildren. He was Cemetery in Oxford. A calling hour group at the Abington Congregational www.smithandwalkerfh.com born in Dudley, son of the late Romeo was held on Thursday from 11 a.m. – 12 Church in Pomfret Center. and Flora (Randolph) LaFortune, and noon prior to the service. lived in Oxford for over 30 years before paradisfuneralhome.com moving to Auburn and Webster. He Leon J. Tremblay, 77 SOUTHBRIDGE- and many nieces and nephews. He was June Beverly (Turner) Ingalls, 86 Leon J. Tremblay, predeceased by his brothers Richard, 77, a lifelong resident Roger, Roland, Robert, and his sis- SEBRING, where they made of Southbridge, died ters Lorraine Tremblay and Jeanne FLORIDA -- June many good, deep, February 27, 2019, at Lacasse. Beverly (Turner) friendships on and home surrounded He retired in 2013, as custodian from Ingalls, 86, of Sebring, off the golf course. by his loving family, the Brimfield Elementary School, Florida, passed away Jim predeceased her after a courageous where he worked for 18 years. He pre- on March 18 at Good in 2010. In recent battle with cancer. viously was the custodian at the for- Shepard Hospice years, “Miss June” He is survived by mer Marianhill Central Catholic High after a courageous could be found shar- his daughter Michelle Mondor and School (Trinity Catholic Academy), battle with pancreat- ing her cheery dispo- her husband Normand of Southbridge, where he worked for 10years as a cus- ic cancer. She was sition at The Village his son Todd Tremblay and his wife todian. He also worked for 20 years at born on January 17, 1933 in Norwich, Inn or Dee’s for breakfast and then on Kathy of Keene, NH, his grandson Duralite in Grafton for 20 years as a the only child of Mildred Turner. She a stationary bike at the YMCA; which Kevin Mondor and his girlfriend company foreman. Recently he was an was raised in the towns of Pomfret she joined when it opened in 1991. Jennifer Pecore of Charlton, and independent carrier for the Worcester and Brooklyn. She graduated from Her family is grateful to the staff and their 3 children John, Averyann, and Telegram for 4 years, retiring due to Killingly High School in 1950, where patrons of these businesses as well as Bentley, his granddaughter Tarsha illness. she excelled as a basketball and vol- “Dr. Nancy,” and her Golf Hammock Mondor and her two children Kyle Leon was a Past Exalted Ruler at the leyball player and cheerleader. Upon neighbors; they served as a strong sup- (his grandfather was a father-figure former Fraternal Order of Elks Lodge graduation, she enlisted in the U. S. Air port team during her widowed years. to him) and Estella. He also leaves 3 1864, (B.P.O.E) in Southbridge where Force, in which she served until being June is survived by beloved cat, Cali, brothers Alfred Tremblay and his wife he was a member for many years. honorably discharged in 1953. She as well as her three children from Gloria of Woodstock, Paul Tremblay There were no calling hours and moved to St. Petersburg, Florida and her first marriage. Two daughters: and his wife Brenda of Sturbridge, burial will be private. Please consid- married the late James Ingalls Sr., on Deborah Lynn Carver of Wooster, David Tremblay and his wife Ann er a donation to the VNA Hospice September 28, 1968. Jim was the love Ohio, her three children Jessica Ward, of Southbridge, 3 sisters Constance of Central MA, 534 School Street, of her life and they had many adven- Jacob and Andrew Herschmann and Fontaine of Sturbridge, Aline Vosberg Webster, MA 01570, or to one of the tures together, which they shared with her grandchildren Daniel, Miley, and her husband Russell of Sturbridge many cancer research and treatment the countless wonderful people they Timothy, Issac, and Amaya, and and Diane Tremblay of Southbridge, centers. www.sansoucyfuneral.com met along the way. They worked hard Diana Jo Carver and her son Phillip to create a successful machine shop of Bloomington, Minnesota, and a son, business, Auto-Labe, Inc, while living Daniel George Carver and his wife Barbara Ann Kondratowicz on a boat at the St. Pete Marina. June Kathryn of Colchester, Vermont and was always active. She was a bowler their three daughters Emily, Kathryn, DUDLEY – Barbara ly, especially her seven grandchildren in her earlier years and took up the and Molly. On Jim’s side, she leaves Ann (D’Alessandro) and twelve great grandchildren. game of golf, along with Jim, upon two children: A daughter, Diane Hope Kondratowicz, She leaves behind her loving fam- turning 50. She loved football and was (Ingalls) Blake and her husband Fred, of Dudley, ily: son Michael Kondratowicz and an avid Dolphins fan. They retired to of Friendship, Maine. A son James Massachusetts, died his wife Linda from Dudley and their Golf Hammock in Sebring during 1987, Edmund Ingalls Jr, his wife Melody peacefully on March children Ian Kondratowicz, Robert of Brooklyn, their 23,2019 at Lanessa Christian, Angelina Martin, Josh daughter Laura Extended Care in Christian and Mandy Madore; daugh- (Ingalls) Muollo, Webster, MA after a ter Lori Kondratowicz and her wife To place an her husband Jon long and wonderful Julie from Thompson CT, son John and two chil- life. Kondratowicz and his wife Kathleen In-Memoriam, dren Tyler and She was born on September 12, 1928 from Sandwich, MA and their daugh- Rose of Dracut, in Webster, MA to James and Angelina ters Brianne and Shea. She also leaves Card of Thanks, Massachusetts; D’Alessandro. Barbara graduated as her brother, James D’Alessandro and their son Eric class valedictorian from Saint Louis his wife Barbara from Webster, and Birthday or Ingalls and his High School in 1945. She married brother-in-law, Paul Kondratowicz and wife Young of the love of her life Francis “Sonny” his wife Carol from Dudley. Barbara Anniversary Greeting, Queens, New Kondratowicz on October 31, 1948, was predeceased by her son, Brian York. A memo- after he was honorably discharged Kondratowicz, and her sisters-in- rial service from the U.S. Navy and returned from law, Eleanor Stockhaus and Rachael in the will be held at WWII. They raised their four children Tkacik. Stephenson- in Dudley. Her husband predeceased Calling hours were held Wednesday Villager Newspapers Nichols Funeral her in 2000. March 27 from 9:30 am to 11:30 at Home on Tuesday She made a point of staying connect- Bartel Funeral Home 33 Schofield Ave, the deadline is Monday at noon March 26th ed to many friends in the community Dudley A Funeral Mass followed at for that week. at 4:00 pm. In and was an avid Scrabble and card Noon in Saint Andrew Bobola Catholic lieu of flowers, player. Barbara was a perfect home- Church, Dudley.In lieu of flowers and maker; she loved cooking, baking and in her spirit, please make a contri- Ad prices are $15 for a 2x3 (actual size 2.4” x 3”) donations to the YMCA/Thakkar gardening. She and her husband cher- bution to Massachusetts Military or $25 for a 3x4 (3.7” X 4”) or 4x3 (5” x 3”). Wellness Center ished time at their summer home on Support Foundation PO Box 715, West You can add a photo at no additional cost. would be appreci- Cape Cod in Wellfleet, MA. She also Barnstable, MA 02668 or www.mass- ated. enjoyed spending time with her fami- militarysupportfoundation.org. Arrangements To send by mail, please mail to have been entrust- Villager Newspapers ed to Stephenson- P.O. Box Nelson Funeral Amie B. Morse, 50 Home, 4001 196 Woodstock, CT 06281 Sebring Parkway, PUTNAM– Amie B. Morse, 50, of ion, Peter Longo; her mother, Beverly Personal checks, Visa, Master Card, Discover and Sebring, FL 33870 Van den Noort St., died Wednesday, Twerdy; a son, Joseph Morse; and a AMEX are accepted. Online condo- March 13, 2019 at home. She was sister Jessica Tvordi all of Cedar City, lences may be left the loving faithful companion of eight Utah. at: For more information, years to Peter N. Longo. Born in Funeral services are private and www.stephen- Willimantic, she was the daughter of have been entrusted to the Gilman please call 860-928-1818 sonnelsonfh.com Beverly (Vertefeuille) Twerdy and the Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 or email late Edward Joseph Twerdy. Church St., Putnam, CT 06260. For [email protected] She enjoyed making jewelry and was memorial guestbook visit www. a great lover of dogs. GilmanAndValade.com. and she’ll be happy to help! Amie is survived by her compan- Killingly Villager % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, March 29, 2019 B5 Mary G. Woodcock, 91 WOODSTOCK - interest in politics and belonged to the OBITUARIES Mary passed peace- League of Women Voters. She partici- fully at home, sur- pated in church activities and organi- rounded by her fam- zations and was the first women elect- ily March 14, 2019. ed to the board of deacons at the First Elizabeth Heckler, 78 Mary was born in Congregational Church of Woodstock. Bethel, Maine on Mary enjoyed camping and travel; Elizabeth Heckler, everyone on an even keel by quiet- September 24, 1927 from wilderness canoe trips in north- 78 of Bradford ly managing with diplomacy and to Albert Harris ern Maine to cross-country road trips Corner Road, humor. Adored by her husband, who Gibbs and Flora traversing the United States and up Woodstock Valley, often liked to stop a conversation and Belle Byrd (Churchill) Gibbs. She into the Maritimes in Canada. She died on March 19 at say, “Isn’t she beautiful…”, Liz was attended Gould Academy in Bethel thoroughly enjoyed music and sang home. She was born also much loved by her three sons. and received a B.A. in Sociology from solos as a child in church and in high in New York City, Grandchildren gave her an additional Bates College in Lewiston, Maine. school drama productions. As an adult on January 19, 1941 focus for love and affection. She was She married Richard Woodcock after she joined the Hill Church Choir and to Lucy (Gorlewski) loyal beyond measure to her in-laws, graduating from Bates in 1949. The the Northeast Connecticut Concert Kodym and Cashmir Pearl and Charlie Heckler, whose long years immediately following were Choir, gradually getting the rest of Kodym. She is survived by her hus- lives were enhanced by Liz’s countless spent, fulfilling graduate and doctor- the family involved. In retirement band of 57 years, Norman Heckler acts of kindness. al degrees for Richard that included the camping tents and station wagon and her three sons, Norman, Jr. of Liz had a good eye for a bargain moves to Middletown, Connecticut, were replaced by more comfortable Woodstock, Matthew of New York and was known to have cases of ran- and then Providence, Rhode Island. accommodations and more often trav- City, Jason of Philadelphia, her sister dom items always at the ready as gifts They moved to Woodstock in 1956, el took them outside the US. Many Celine and her many grandchildren, for any occasion. She never visited where they bought their first home enjoyable summers were spent at the nieces and nephews. anyone without a token that was care- and settled down to raise their three house in Cushing, Maine, where fam- Lizzie, as she was known to her fully wrapped and appropriate to the girls; Debra, Kathryn and Laura Lee. ily and friends were welcomed with Mary always seemed to have time open arms. many friends, was a kind, gentle and interests of the recipient. She had an to take on some useful and fulfilling Mary is survived by her husband, thoughtful person. She loved her equally good eye for items of beauty work along with raising her girls. of almost 70 years, Richard, their chil- life and the path that it took. As a and proportion and along with Norm Mary’s innate caring nature fit with dren: Debra and husband Ray Bard, teacher for 40 years at Woodstock and created a tasteful home, landscape and her choice of volunteer activities and Kathryn and husband Paul Lynn, Eastford Elementary Schools, she was lifestyle. employment. Starting out helping in Laura Bond and fiancé Glenn Boies, focused on her students. She saw each Liz was devoted to Roseland Park the Nursery school and Kindergarten, grandchildren: Caleb Shay, Desiree one as an individual as was her way and took service as a board member she later worked in the Nurse’s Bard, Justin Bard, Ian Lynn, Meredyth with everyone whom she happened to seriously. She was most involved in office in the Woodstock Elementary Lynn, Zachary Bond and Max Bond. know. Although a city girl by birth, the restoration of the park lands and school and then in the Nurse’s office A service of celebration and remem- she took to life on Bradford Corner the transformation of the barn into an at Woodstock Academy. Eventually, brance will be held on April 27 at 3:00 Road in West Woodstock with the event venue. Mary became an administrative assis- pm at the First Congregational Church same focus she showered on all aspects Most of all, Liz loved her family and tant to the director of Community of Woodstock, 543 Route 169. In lieu of of her life. She and Norman restored her friends. From her husband and Health & Home Care, the first consol- flowers, the family requests donations their 18th century home with attention sons, her daughter-in-law, her sister, idated visiting nurse and health care be made to The First Congregational to historic details and a hearty dose of niece and nephews, her adored grand- agency for northeastern Connecticut. Church of Woodstock, P.O. Box 147, warmth and welcome for family and children, her god children, and her She was dedicated to its initial forma- Woodstock, CT, 06281 or Hospice friends. The giant hearth in the cen- friends from teaching, the hundreds tion, subsequent growth and resulting Care of Northeastern Connecticut, 32 ter of the house emitted warmth and of students she lovingly taught, her moves. She worked during the moves South Main Street, Putnam, CT 06260. charm for decades as a gathering spot, Bradford Corner Road neighbors and from its base in Woodstock to Putnam Funeral arrangements have been and to Pomfret. entrusted to the Gilman Funeral Home but the kitchen where Liz held sway, long years of sharing and laughter, she As each of the children grew she & Crematory, 104 Church St., Putnam, was even more engaging. Liz cooked created a network of love and affection led three subsequent 4-H groups; one CT 06260. with locally grown foods long before that will remain in the hearts of all for each of them. Mary maintained an the movement gained popularity. who knew her. As Norman C. Heckler & Company A memorial service for Liz was held gained a national reputation as a pre- at the Church of the Good Shepard in mier auction and appraisal house for West Woodstock, on March 23. Barbara M. Williams, 84 American antique glass, Liz did her In lieu of flowers, the family sug- PUTNAM – Amy of Putnam, Steven G. Williams part to build friendships and connec- gests memorial contributions to the Barbara M. Williams, and his wife Gloria of Norwich, and tions among the many people she met. Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer 84, of 8 Genevieve Christopher M. Williams and his She was unflappable and resilient in Center, P.O. Box 5028, Hagerstown, St., passed away on wife Diana of Danielson; her daugh- her professional and personal affairs MD 21741-5028. Funeral arrangements Thursday, March 21, ter, Annemarie A. Cutler and her and, despite a deep aversion to follow- have been entrusted to the Gilman 2019 in her home, husband Russell of East Putnam; her ing a recipe, managed to wow visitors Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 after a long illness, brother, Gordon Mathsen of Hawley, to Heckler Auctions as well as at the Church St., Putnam, CT 06260. For surrounded by her Pennsylvania; her sister, Millicent family table with memorable meals. memorial guestbook please visit www. family. She is the Diffenbach of Hawley, Pennsylvania; In a household full of men, she kept GilmanAndValade.com. wife of the late Neal eleven grandchildren, and sever- F. Williams. She was born in Nyack, al great grandchildren. She was the New York and was the daughter of mother of the late Peter J. Williams William P. Youngblood, 68 the late Arthur and Mildred (Conklin) and Kathleen P. Williams. Mathsen. Relatives and friends are invit- PUTNAM shop, building furniture and toys for Barbara was a homemaker raising ed to attend a memorial service on -- William P. family and friends, this was a great eight children. She was a classical- Saturday, April 13, 2019 at 2:00 p.m., Youngblood, 68, comfort to him. Bill also enjoyed play- ly trained pianist and gave lessons in the Putnam Kingdom Hall of passed away, March ing golf, riding his Harley Davidson, for many years. Barbara loved to Jehovah’s Witnesses, 200 Tracy Rd., 16, 2019, at home driving his Corvette and spending read the Bible and was well known Dayville. Funeral arrangements and throughout the community for shar- cremation have been entrusted to the after a long and cou- time with his family and friends. Bill ing Bible knowledge with others. She Gilman Funeral Home & Crematory, rageous battle with is survived by his loving wife, Juanita, was an active member of the Putnam 104 Church St., Putnam, CT 06260. cancer, surrounded three daughters Amy and husband Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Memorial donations may be made by his loving family Carlo Key, Traci and husband Michael Barbara is survived by her five to the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s and dog Toby. Bill Scott, Noel and husband Gene Blais, sons, Charles A. Williams of Putnam, Witnesses. For memorial guestbook was married to Juanita (Langdon) five grandchildren, Joshua, Chelsea, Richard F. Williams of Norwich, visit www.GilmanAndValade.com. Youngblood, on March 1, 1969 and Jon, Drake and Mason, five great Michael J. Williams and his wife celebrated their 50th wedding anni- grandchildren, Lillian, Riley, Marlee, versary before his passing. Bill was Audrey and Alexander, five siblings, a welder by trade, carpenter and a Tom Youngblood, Elena Digregorio, do it all guy. Bill was most proud of David Youngblood, Ina Daniello, Quinn Alexander-Avery Paul, 22 the accomplishments of his children, Sharon Benger and many nieces, grandchildren, great grandchildren nephews and cousins. Bill was prede- SOUTHBRIDGE He was a loving, kind and caring young and those that were gained through ceased by both parents, William G. and - Quinn Alexander- man who could change your mood Avery Paul, 22, left with just a smile. He loved just being osmosis. He was a member the Elks Elena May Youngblood. Bill’s wishes this life on March with his friends and family. He had a Club in Putnam, and an avid pool play- were to have no services, in lieu of 24, 2019. He leaves huge heart, loved animals, but most of er with APA 8 Ball/9 Ball and had the flowers, donations can be made to the behind his father, all, Quinn was funny. No matter how opportunity to compete in Las Vegas. American Cancer Society. Christopher Paul, he felt, Quinn would make sure you Bill loved spending time in his wood of Southbridge, MA; were laughing and happy. He protect- his mother, Tracy ed his loved ones ferociously; we were (Dressely) Paul and all safe when we were with Quinn. It Richard R. Sarette, 65 her fiance, Charlie Johnson, of Putnam, is said that the brightest stars shine CT; his brother Caden Paul and his for the shortest time. Quinn was the DANIELSON years. He was a communicant of St. foster brother, John Vidal, both of brightest star in the sky and he will be – Richard Robert James Church in Danielson where he Southbridge, MA. He is also survived forever loved and missed. Sarette, 65, of was a former altar boy. He is sur- by his maternal grandmother, Judy Because Quinn will be cremat- Danielson, went vived by his brother Michael Sarette Dressely, of Hollister, CA; his pater- ed, memorial calling hours will be home to be with of Brooklyn; sisters, Jeanne Fogg nal grandparents, Wilson and Louise Friday, March 29, 2019, from 5:30-7PM the Lord on Friday, of Gales Ferry, Elaine Wakefield of (Avery) Paul, of Southbridge, MA; his at Sansoucy Funeral Home, 40 Marcy March 22, 2019 at Dayville, Celia Hancock of California, closest friends, Diedra Lemay, and Street, Southbridge, MA. A Celebration UMass Memorial and Laurie Beauchene of Brooklyn. He his lifelong friend, Andrew Rabbett; of Life for Quinn will be Saturday, Medical Center is also survived by many nieces and and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. March 30, 2019 from 10-11:30AM. The in Worcester, nephews. He was predeceased by his Quinn was predeceased by his pater- family asks you to kindly consider Massachusetts. Richard was born brother Paul R. Sarette Jr. A Memorial nal great-grandparents, Albert and making memorial donations to either in Putnam on August 7, 1953, son of Mass of Christian Burial will be held Irene (Lavallee) Avery; and his mater- Second Chance Animal Shelter, 111 the late Paul R. Sarette and Theresa on Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at 10:30 nal grandfather, Robert Dressely. Young Road, East Brookfield, MA (Poirier) Sarette Marquette. Richard A.M. at St. James Church, Danielson. Quinn was born in Sarasota, 01515; or Villalobos Rescue Center, PO FL on March 16, 1997. He attend- Box 771127, New Orleans, LA 10117. worked at U.S. Button and later for Burial will be private. tillinghastfh. ed Southbridge High School and www.sansoucyfuneral.com the former Dempsey Center for many com Quinsigamond Community College. LEGALS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Probate Court, by decree dated March ent any such claim may result in the Court, 508 Pomfret Street, P.O. Box ESTATE OF Eleanor W. Strand 20, 2019, ordered that all claims must loss of rights to recover on such claim. 471, Putnam, CT 06260 on April 24, (19-00081) be presented to the fiduciary at the ad- Mary Ann Champney, Chief Clerk 2019 at 12:00 PM, on a petition for Ter- The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the dress below. Failure to promptly pres- The fiduciary is: mination of Parental Rights concerning Court of Probate, District of Northeast ent any such claim may result in the Jennifer J Latici Bradley C., a minor child born to Tara Probate Court, by decree dated March loss of rights to recover on such claim. 340 Roseland Park Road H Coppola on February 22, 2010 at 13, 2019, ordered that all claims must Mary Ann Champney, Chief Clerk Woodstock, CT, 06281 California. The court’s decision will af- be presented to the fiduciary at the ad- The fiduciary is: March 29, 2019 fect your interest, if any, as in the peti- dress below. Failure to promptly pres- John D. Backholm tion on file more fully appears. ent any such claim may result in the c/o Edwin C. Higgins, III, Esq. Bachand, State of Connecticut RIGHT TO COUNSEL: If the above loss of rights to recover on such claim. Longo & Higgins COURT OF PROBATE named person wishes to have an at- Mary Ann Champney, Chief Clerk 168 Main Street, PO Box 528 Northeast Regional torney, but is unable to pay for one, The fiduciary is: Putnam, CT, 06260 Children’s Probate Court the Court will provide an attorney upon Stephen D. Strand March 29, 2019 DISTRICT NO. PD59 proof of inability to pay. Any such re- c/o James N Scheibeler, Esq. NOTICE OF HEARING quest should be made immediately by 35 Academy Street, PO Box 711, NOTICE TO CREDITORS TERMINATION OF contacting the court office where the Danielson, CT, 06239 ESTATE OF Gertrude M Latici PARENTAL RIGHTS hearing is to be held. March 29, 2019 (19-00049) NOTICE TO By Order of the Court The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the JOHN DOE, whose identity and last Mona Fournier, NOTICE TO CREDITORS Court of Probate, District of Northeast known address is unknown to the Clerk ESTATE OF Joanne F. Litke Probate Court, by decree dated March court, March 29, 2019 (19-00082) 11, 2019 ordered that all claims must Pursuant to an order of Hon. Leah P. The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the be presented to the fiduciary at the ad- Schad, Judge, a hearing will be held at Court of Probate, District of Northeast dress below. Failure to promptly pres- Northeast Regional Children’s Probate www.ConnecticutsQuietCorner.com

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OBITUARIES THOMPSON, CT- Helena B. department head of 40 years at the H. Witkowski, of Thompson CT, passed Ellis Vocational and Technical School, away on Saturday March 16, 2019. retiring on April 1, 1986. She was Helena was born in Thompson, CT the a member of the Connecticut State Jeffrey J. Horton, 52 daughter of the late Wojciec (Albert) Employees Association. and Aniela (Skowron) Witkowski on Ms Witkowski would like to extend a April 17, 1927. She leaves numerous special thank you to Joanne Jolly who DANIELSON, CT- Jeffrey J. Horton in other shipyards as a laborer. He nephews and nieces. Helena was pre- was a friend for many years. age 52 passed away Sunday March 17, enjoyed fishing. There are no calling deceased by 5 brothers, Anthony, John, In lieu of flowers, memorial contri- 2019 in New London. He leaves his hours, burial will be in Alabama at a Stanley, Paul and Walter, and five butions may be made to St. Joseph father Willie J. Horton of Danielson, later date. The Shaw-Majercik Funeral sisters; Frances Dalterio, Josephine School, North Grosvenordale, CT for he also leaves a sister Sheri Horton Home, 48 School St., Webster, MA has Dabrowski, Mary Walkowicz, Anna a scholarship for students entering a in South Carolina. He was born in been entrusted with his arrangements. Witkowski and Julie Robbins. college to major in education. Tuscaloosa, Alabama son of Willie Donations in his memory may be made Helena graduated from Tourtellotte The funeral will be announced at St. J. Horton and the late Willie Ann to a charity of donors choice. A guest High School in North Grosvenordale, Joseph Church, North Grosvenordale, (Martin) Horton and lived here for book is available at www.shaw-majer- CT, the Connecticut Institute of CT at a later date followed by burial fifteen years. cik.com where you may post a condo- Hairdressing and Cosmetology in at St. Joseph Cemetery. There are no Jeffrey worked at electric boat and lence or light a candle. Hartford, CT, Central Connecticut calling hours. Shaw-Majercik Funeral College in New Britain, CT with a BS Home, 48 School St., Webster, MA in education and the Summer School has been entrusted with her arrange- Philip J. Breton Jr. age 79 of Krakow, Poland with a certificate ments. A guest book is available at in education. Ms. Witkowski was www.shaw-majercik.com where you the owner of Helen’s Beauty Shoppe may post a condolence or light a can- PLAINFIELD, CT- Philip J. Breton Jr. Moosup area for many years. in Putnam, CT. She then was the dle. age 79 passed away Wednesday, March There are no calling hours. All ser- 20, 2019 at Davis Place, Danielson, CT. vices are private. The Shaw-Majercik He leaves a brother David A. Breton Funeral Home, 48 School St., Webster, of Brooklyn, CT and two sisters, Joan MA has been entrusted with his OBITUARIES are published at no charge. Bloom of Plainfield, CT and Shirley arrangements. A guest book is avail- E-mail notices to charlie@villagernewspapers. Maffitt of Moosup, CT. able at www.shaw-majercik.com where He was the son of the late Philip you may post a condolence or light a com or fax them to (860) 928-5946. Breton Sr. and Elizabeth (Richmond) candle. Photos are welcome in JPEG format. Breton. Philip lived in the Plainfield,

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www.ConnecticutsQuietCorner.com Killingly Villager % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, March 29, 2019 B7 B8 % Killingly Villager % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, March 29, 2019 Michael F. Smith Jr, 62 OBITUARIES Michael F. Smith which he built himself. He enjoyed Jr, 62, of North riding his motorcycle, working on proj- Grosvenordale, ects and spending quality time with CT, son of the late his family. He was a dedicated fami- Michael F. Smith Sr. ly man who was especially passionate Shirley M. Smith, 81 and Vivian Y. Jette about being a father. He even referred DOUGLAS- the daughter of Armand and Anita Smith, died the morn- to himself as “D.O.D.” (Dear Ol’ Dad) Shirley M. (Guertin) (Perron) Guertin and has lived in the ing of March 22nd, and all his children’s friends adored Smith, 81, formerly Northbridge /Douglas area most of 2019, after battling a him. When his daughters were young of Monroe St., passed her life. short-term illness. He he worked long hours, often travel- away on March 18, Shirley graduated from Douglas passed peacefully in his home, sur- ing for business, but made sure he 2019 after a brief High School, and worked as a cafe- rounded by his loving family. He was was involved in all their activities. He illness at Webster teria worker for both the Uxbridge born May 17th, 1956 in Savannah, GA. coached their soccer teams, went to Manor Nursing and Douglas Public School systems He is survived by his wife, Maureen all their band concerts and parades, Home. She is sur- for many years before her retirement. McGonagle-Smith and their 7yr old attended every dance recital and made vived by her loving She enjoyed golfing, travelling, vaca- son, Coleson Frederick Smith of North every holiday special. As they grew husband of 61 years, Andrew A. Smith. tioning to her favorite Maine beaches, Grosvenordale, CT, his two daughters older he continued to support them in She is also survived by 4 sons, and late night poker games with her Stacy L. Smith of Warwick, RI and all their endeavors. Kenneth A. Smith and his partner family. Maureen Pell, her husband Matthew Twenty-five years later Coleson was Belinda Kacmarcik of Putnam, CT, According to her wishes, Shirley Pell and their daughter, Jordyn Vivian born and he was thrilled to finally have Mark S. Smith of Blackstone, James will be cremated and her graveside Pell of North Grosvenordale, CT; his a son and continue his commitment R. “Jimmy” Smith of Douglas, and service will be held on Sat. March 30, sister and brother-in-law Deborah and of being an awesome Dad. In 2017 he Andrew E. and his wife Holly Smith 2019 at 1pm in St. Denis Cemetery, Kenneth Warchol of Northbridge, MA, was elated to become a “Popi” when he of Thompson, CT; 6 grandchildren, Manchaug St., Douglas. In lieu of his brother Frederick Smith of Dudley, welcomed his first grand child, Jordyn, Andrew Smith, Samantha Boucher flowers, donations in her memory MA, three nieces and countless lifelong his “Dollface”, into the world. He was and her husband Jay, Casey Smith, may be made to: The Alzheimer’s friends. looking forward to retirement so he Althea Smith, Mathew Smith, and Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Mike attended Bartlett High School, could spend more time with his son and Heather Smith; great-grandchil- Ave., 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001. joined the Marine Corps and went granddaughter. dren, Lilianne Boucher, Alex Smith, To leave a condolence message for on to graduate from Quinsigamond He was extremely hard working and and Torrey Smith; her sister Carol her family please visit: http://www. College earning an Associates Degree a loyal friend who always made time to Muzzy of Auburn, and her half broth- Jackmanfuneralhomes.com in Business. He loved his country and help anyone in need. He was sharp as a er Peter Guertin of Douglas. Born in during his service with the Marine tack, witty, and constantly made people Whitinsville on May 5, 1937 she was Corps he was stationed in Okinawa. He laugh with his hilarious antics. Every

www.ConnecticutsQuietCorner.com was extremely proud to be a Marine and time with Mike was a good time. He believed it was the morals, values and loved hosting gatherings at his home discipline instilled by the Corps that and was truly the life of every party! molded him into the man he became. Mike Smith…. The Man, The Myth, He spent most of his career in retail, a The Legend. Gone but never forgotten. true salesman, and had lengthy employ- At the request of the family, funeral ments with Levi’s Outlet by Designs services will be held privately as Mike and Zales Corporation. He spent the would want everyone to remember him last 10yrs employed with Lowe’s in for the lively, generous man he was. Hudson, MA where he was known as Under the Direction of Charles J. Pietrello the “Appliance Giant.” He was a jack ROBERT J. MILLER FUNERAL of all trades and was looked up to by HOME & LAKE CHAPEL 366 Presents many of his coworkers for being so SCHOOL STREET WEBSTER IS knowledgeable in every department. ASSSISTING THE FAMILY WITH He loved putting around outside, ARRANGMENTS. TO LEAVE A tending to his property. He took great CONDOLENCE MESSAGE PLEASE pride in his home of 37yrs, most of VISIT RJMillerfunerals.net Janet A. O’Rourke, 52 WEBSTER- Janet A. (Marier) Marier living in Webster most of her O’Rourke age 52 died Thursday, life. Janet enjoyed travel, animals. March 14, 2019 at the Rose Monahan She was known as a social caring per- Hospice Home in Worcester. She son. There are no calling hours. Please SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 2019 • 7:00pm leaves two sons, Reginald O’Rourke omit flowers and make donations in her SUNDAY, APRIL 7, 2019 • 2:30pm III of Boston and Sean O’Rourke and memory to the Second Chance Animal his wife Alexis and a grand daughter. Shelter, 111 Youg Rd. East Brookfield, Bethel Lutheran Church She also leaves three brothers, Leon MA. 01515. Services to be announced. Marier of Webster, Wayne Marier of The Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 90 Bryn Mawr Ave • Auburn, MA CT and Glen Marier of Hurrican, West 48 School St., Webster, MA has been TICKETS $15.00 Virginia. She also leaves her father entrusted with her arrangements. Adelard L. Marier of Webster. She was A guest book is available at www. For Ticket Information Call 508 826-9184 born in Webster daughter of Adelard shaw-majercik.com where you may L. Marier and the late Joan (Woznicki) post a condolence or light a candle.