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26
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Serving the Alumni of NBHS Class of 1960 since 1999
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The alumni of New Britain Senior High (NBHS) of New Britain Connecticut,
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65 Year Class Reunion
Sunday 28 September 2025
FROM 1 to 5 PM
Southington Country Club 150 Savage St, Southington
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https://backnine-tavern.com/private-parties/
Click on Link Below to view and or print out
65 Reunion Flyer and Reservation Form
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Picture of 60th +2 Class Reunion and 80th Birthday Party! click here
75 th Birthday party PICTURES! CLICK ON HERE
Pictures from the 55th Reunion
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Click on me for list of missing class mates!
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NEW BRITAIN in the 50's on FaceBook
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DEPARTED
Click on link below to find thoughs on the Vietnam Wall from our High School
http://www.virtualwall.org/iStates.htm
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Obituary Section
We lost 13 Class mates in 2014
We lost 14 Class mates in 2015
We lost 7class mates in 2016
We lost 9 Class mates in 2017
We lost 2 Class Mates in 2018
We Lost 10 Class Mates in 2019
We lost 9 Class Mates in 2020
We lost 20 Class Mates in 2021
We lost 16 Class Mates in 2022
We lost 9 Class Mates in 2023
We lost 8 Class Mates in 2024
2025
Eileen Mary Grip - Centurelli, 82, 4 January 2025
of New Britain, passed away peacefully on at the Hospital of Central CT.Eileen
was born on October 24, 1942 in New Britain. Eileen graduated from New Britain
High School in 1960 and then graduated from New Britain General Hospital
School of Nursing. She worked at New Britain General Hospital for many years
as well as other medical facilities including the Hospital for Special Care.
She later graduated from CCSC and taught nursing at EC Goodwin Tech.Eileen
faithfully attended Mass at St. Jerome Church. She enjoyed camping, bingo,
arts and crafts, and reading. Eileen is survived by her loving husband,
Peter Centurelli Jr.; her sister, Shelley Orlando in California; her sister-in-law,
Carol Bonfiglio; five children, Anthony Centurelli, Judith (Ernest) DeFelice,
Sandra (Rich Ministro) Centurelli, Joseph (Nella) Centurelli, and Steveann
Centurelli; thirteen grandchildren, Jacquelyn, Gage, Nicholas, Victor, Eric,
Adam, Christopher, Michael, Samantha, Sophie, Zachary, Holly, and Robert;
and eight great grandchildren, Alex, Logan, Emily, Duncan, Freya, Riley,
Giuliana, and Izabella. Eileen was predeceased by her sister, Betty Landry.Funeral
services will be held on Friday, January 10, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Erickson-
Hansen Funeral Home, 411 So. Main St., New Britain followed by a Mass of
Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. at St Jerome Church, 1010 Slater Rd., New
Britain. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in New Britain. Calling
hours will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2025 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at
the funeral home. To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Eileen G. Centurelli,
please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.
Carol Ann (Ciarcia) Schreiber, 82, 17 Januaru 2025
of Tariffville, passed away peacefully Friday, January 17th at Cherry Brook Heath Care Center, Canton, CT after a long illness. Born October 24, 1942 in New Britain, CT, she was the daughter of the late Mario John Ciarcia and Irene Elizabeth (Supernant) Ciarcia. She lived most of her life in New Britain, CT. On September 14, 1994, she married the love of her life, Donald W. Schreiber. She was a loving and doting grandmother and special Aunt, who had taken care of her niece after the tragic death of her sister Diane Ciarcia. Carol truly loved her role as a wife, mother and grandmother “CC”. Her family watched how she took care of her niece and ailing mother, without wavier. Her sacrifices to the ones she loved and the example she set is the legacy that will live on in all of us. Carol is survived by her son, Bryant Chatfield and his wife Beth of Avon, her grandchildren, Brandon Chatfield and fiancé Amber Dupont of Plainville and Dr. Sydney Chatfield of NYC, sister Barbra Fleet and niece Chrissa Fleet of RI and niece Victoria Carrabba, special cousins, Kathy Kretz and her husband Richard Kretz and many loved family members! She was predeceased by the love of her life Donald W. Schreiber, daughter Shannon Chatfield, sister Diane Ciarcia, parents Mario and Irene Ciarcia, and special aunt Betty (Supernant) Partyka. The family would like to thank Cherry Brook Heath Care Center for the incredible care and love given to Carol and the entire family. This was above and beyond expectations, we truly feel you treated her like family, thank you all from the bottom of our hearts. Friends and Family may call at The Ahern Funeral Home, 111 Main St., Rt. 4, Unionville on Wednesday (Feb.5) from 4:00-6:00pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association www.alz.org. To send online condolences to the family, please visit www.ahernfuneralhome.com.
Nanci Joan (Metzler) Budnick, 82, 23 January 2025
of Vernon, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Manchester Memorial
Hospital. Born in New Britain, she was the beloved daughter of the late
William Metzler, Sr. and Olga (Johnson) Metzler.
Nanci was a proud graduate of New Britain High School, Class of 1960, and
went on to earn both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Education from
CCSC.
Affectionately known as “Mrs. B,” she dedicated over 25 years to teaching
elementary students in the area, including St. Thomas the Apostle School
in West Hartford and most recently at Parkville Community School in Hartford.
Passionate about education, Nanci touched countless lives with her kindness
and dedication. Her excellence in teaching was recognized when she was honored
with Hartford’s Teacher of the Year Award in 2008.
Beyond her career, Nanci’s greatest joy was being a mother and grandmother.
She cherished every moment spent with her children and grandchildren, creating
memories that will be treasured forever.
She is survived by her daughter, Beth (Jack) Pacheco of Tolland, CT, and
their children, Mollie and Charlotte; her son, David (Jennifer) Budnick
of Charlotte, NC, and their children, Tyler, Lillie, and John; her son,
William “Bill” (Kathleen) Budnick of Charlotte, NC, and their children,
Jessica, Will, and Amelia; and her son, Danny Budnick of Rock Hill, SC,
and his children, Emily and Jake. She is also survived by her sister, Marcia
(Robert) Anderson of Southington, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Nanci was predeceased by her parents and her brother, William Metzler, Jr.
A Celebration of Life will be held on her birthday, Thursday, February 27,
2025, at 10:30 AM at Carlson Funeral Home, 45 Franklin Square, New Britain.
Burial will be private in Fairview Cemetery, New Britain. Calling hours
will take place on Thursday morning at 9:30 AM prior to the Celebration
of Life.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Nanci’s name to The Hole in
the Wall Gang camp in Ashford, CT www.holeinthewallgang.org. Please share
a memory or note of sympathy at www.carlsonfuneralhome.com.
To send a memorial gift to the family of Nanci (Metzler) Budnick please visit our Sympathy Store.
Barbara Jane “Beej” Zimnewicz Barrera, 82, 14 February 2025
passed away , at Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital. Her passing was ultimately due to cardiac arrest, after enduring various other health issues over the past few years.Barbara was born July 30, 1942, to Walter and Jane Zimnewicz in New Britain, Connecticut. She was an only child. Barbara excelled in writing and English, while also possessing a strong technical mind. She attended Carnegie Mellon University, and was awarded a Bachelor’s of Science in technical writing. Barbara met her spouse, Joseph, while he was in graduate school working on his doctorate (the only blind date either had ever been on). They were married on 9/7/1963, and their first child, Joseph III, was born in 1964. After completing his Ph.D., Joe and Barbara left Pittsburgh and relocated to Los Altos, CA in January 1967. A daughter, Danielle, was born in 1968. Barbara was a dedicated homemaker until making the decision to enter the outside working world. After working as a freelance technical writer, Barbara was hired at Stanford Linear Accelerator (SLAC), where she held multiple positions in her over 17- year career. Her last position was as the Global Coordinator of the BaBar particle physics consortium. Barbara’s retirement party was held on the island of Elba in 2001. Barbara loved plants and animals. She started raising orchids in 1970 and has always had a greenhouse full of beautiful flowers. She was a member of the AOS (Orchid Society), and was lovingly known as the “Orchid Whisperer.” She was Mom to many cherished pets over the years. Her latest furry friends are two Russian Blue kitties, Viki and Vino, and an Ocicat named Vini. While still living in the Bay Area, Joe and Barbara purchased a small property on Seaview Ridge in 1998, and it was their place to escape. After both had retired, they moved to The Sea Ranch in 2005, splitting time between the 2 houses. In 2021, they moved to the cottage on the Seaview property to live full-time. Barbara’s stance was always to “cast your fate to the winds” and she convinced Joe to design with her a brand new, one level ranch house on the property. After 2+ years, the house is now near completion. Although she will not experience the new house, her design elements, color choices and layout will be a true reflection of this collaboration of love. Barbara was loved by many. Her kindness, generosity, intelligence, and integrity touched all that knew her. Barbara is proceeded in death by her parents, and is survived by her spouse of 61 years, Joseph, her son, Joseph Barrera III, Daughter, Danielle Misin, and two grandchildren, Jay and Joseph IV Barrera. A funeral Mass will be held at Mary Star of the Sea church in Gualala on Friday, March 22nd at 1:00 pm. A celebration of Barbara’s life will be held later this Spring.
Geraldine (Gerri) Ann Lipman King , 82, 16 February 2025
At this time, the family has chosen not to publish an obituary
From the: Concord City Democrats (NH)·
It deeply saddens us that Gerri King passed away. Her dear friend May Lisa
writes "Gerri was a powerhouse: professional role model, political
maven, loving friend, and community builder. And, oh, she could totally
rock leather pants in her 80's! Always the first with a word of encouragement
and support, she was a creative successful woman who meant so much to so
many. She was a beacon of hope, energy, activism, and justice." She
volunteered at the Equality Health Center and tirelessly advocated for trans
rights. Gerri's now visiting her comrade, Rep Renny Cushing, with whom she
battled for 20 years to abolish NH's death penalty. Gerri's home has one
of the Granite State's longest lists of Democratic presidential candidates
where she and her husband graciously hosted. We are grateful to her for
this and her absolutely sparkling soul of service advancing justice for
all. Gerri, you are already missed and let's hope your legacy lives on through
others who follow the extraordinary example you set. https://www.msnbc.com/.../couple-hosting-presidential...osen
not to publish an obituary.
Joyce (Giaquinta) Mancarella, 82, 2 March 2025
Josephine A. (Gionfriddo) Mancarella, beloved wife, mother, and Nanna,
passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday March 2, 2025, surrounded by
her loving family.Joyce, as she was known to many, was born in New Britain
on December 15, 1942, the last surviving of four children to the late Sebastian
and Frances (Giaquinta) Gionfriddo. Joyce attended New Britain High School
and went on to earn her Bachelor’s Degree from Central Connecticut State
University. A wealth of knowledge, she was always eager to learn and grow.For
over 60 wonderful years, Josephine was married to the love of her life,
Paul Mancarella. They built a family and a beautiful life, and together,
owned and operated All Seasons Spirit Shop in Plainville. Their shared passion
for hard work was matched only by their devotion to family. Known for her
selflessness and generous spirit, she was a constant presence in her family’s
lives and she poured love into everything she did, from her bountiful garden
and decorating her home, to the delicious meals she prepared. She found
peace and joy at the beach, captivated by the ocean’s beauty. An avid supporter
of the UCONN Huskies and the Boston Red Sox, she cheered with the same fervor
she brought to all aspects of life. Josephine will be remembered for her
caring nature, deep love for her family, and the countless lives she touched
along the way. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.In addition
to her husband Paul, she leaves her children, Jeffrey Mancarella and his
husband Todd; Janice Portlock and her husband Tom; and Lori Plumley and
her husband Sam; her four adored grandchildren, Jack and Brynn Portlock
and Parker and Bailee Plumley; along with many nieces and nephews that she
loved dearly, including her nephews Mark and Sal Gionfriddo with whom she
shared a special bond. She was predeceased by her brothers, Paul and Salvatore
Gionfriddo and her sister Lucille Petralia.In lieu of flowers, Joyce may
be remembered with contributions to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society,
1111 Cromwell Ave, Bldg. 3, Suite 302 C, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 or www.nationalmssociety.orgFamily
and friends may gather in celebration of Joyce’s life on Friday March 7,
2025 from 5-7 p.m. at Plainville Funeral Home, 81 Broad St, Plainville.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday March 8, 2025 at 10:00
a.m., meeting directly at Our Lady of Mercy Church, 94 Broad St, Plainville.
Burial will be held privately at a later date. For online expressions of
sympathy, please visit www.PlainvilleFuneralHome.com
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Thought for the day
"The budget should be balanced, the Treasury should be
refilled,
public debt should be reduced, the arrogance of officialdom should be
tempered and controlled, and the assistance to foreign lands should
be curtailed lest Rome become bankrupt. People must again learn to
work, instead of living on public assistance."
- Cicero - 55 BC
So here it is. What have we learned in 2070, years?
So, evidently nothing.
Remember: if you don't learn from history you are bound to repeat it
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