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As we start our 25th year I would like to that all those (see below)

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25 Years
Serving the Alumni of NBHS Class of 1960 since 1999

The alumni of New Britain Senior High (NBHS) of New Britain Connecticut, USA.

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Pictures from the 55th Reunion

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NEW BRITAIN in the 50's on FaceBook

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1960 Time Line

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DEPARTED

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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

2024

Richard Wass, (81) 12 January 2024

of Stuart Florida passed away peacefully on January 12th, 2024. Richard was a graduate of New Britain High School and proudly served in the Air Force. He later earned a degree in Physics at Central Connecticut State College. Richard was an extraordinarily successful entrepreneur and a longtime resident of Brentwood, Tennessee. He was regularly active in the community before retiring and becoming a full-time resident of Stuart in 2009. Richard rarely sat still and enjoyed many hobbies. He was a pilot as well as an experienced sailor. He had a passion for organic gardening. He loved to solve problems and find a better way to improve the world around him. He was a devoted New England Patriots fan and could be found often at Duffy’s cheering them on with his wife and friends. Richard is survived by his loving wife Pam Wass of over 60 years, children Wendy Carpenter, Gregory Wass, and Jeffrey Wass; grandchildren Michael Ivester, Joseph Ivester, Steven Wass, Adam Wass, Jake Wass, and Kate Wass; siblings Billy Wass, and Raymond Wass.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/stuart-fl/richard-wass-11624438

Karen Ann Yomas Wing, (81) 2 March 2024

, of Berlin, wife of Daniel T. Wing passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 2nd alongside her loving family at the home of her son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren in Castle Pines, Colorado. 81 years of age, Karen was born in 1942 in Brewer, Maine to the late Irene (Hall) Elizabeth and James Herbert Youmans both at rest in New Britain, Ct. A graduate of New Britain High School. Karen worked at the Newington office of the Connecticut Humane Society in Finance for 20+ years, and earlier on, was the store manager of Zayres in Southington for a number of years. Karen follows her husband in death and is survived by her son Darrell Wing, his wife Heidi (Peterson) Wing and her grandchildren Kayla, Matthew and Zachary of Castle Pines, Colorado. She was the middle child of seven brothers and sisters mostly still living in New Britain; also survived by Robert, Fredrick, Deanna (Toomey) of California, Brian, Rejeanne of Florida, Susan (Angels) of Florida, half-sibling Richard and many nieces and nephews. She was deeply passionate about her family and dedicated to her husband of 56 years. To many, Karen was a role model and mentor in all matters of life. A strong soul, she was a person who always put her own needs after those of others. Surviving multiple myeloma for more than 17 years, she fearlessly battled through these ailments and, in spite of them, lived a full life surrounded by her beloved family members and many friends. She will be deeply missed by all. A family ceremony is planned. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be sent to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at www.lls.org click Donate. Mrs Karen Ann (Youmans) Wing#ng

Dolores Marie (Horazy) Skovich, (81) 14 June 2024

Dolores “Dee” Marie Skovich, age 81, of Southington, Connecticut passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Born in New Britain on September 20, 1942 to the late Louis and Phyllis (Martinello-Cardello) Horazy. Dee was raised in New Britain and lived in Bristol throughout her married life with her soulmate, the late Richard Skovich Sr. and has lived in Southington for the past 15 years. Dee was a natural born caregiver, confidant and friend. The center of her life was always her family and friends. Dee was a doting grandmother who spent cherished time assisting her own children with the care of her beloved grandchildren. Anyone who came to know her would always know her true loving and giving spirit. She was an Executive Assistant for years at Aetna and later became an Associate of the Sisters of St. Joseph and volunteered much of her time to ministry. This was such an important part of her life. Dee was also an avid traveler and was fond of knitting and cooking for her family and friends. Dee will truly be missed, loved and never forgotten. Dee is survived by her three children; daughter Christine (Michael) Agli of Plantsville, daughter Robin (Michael) Holcomb of Cromwell, and son Richard (Nicole) Skovich Jr. of Charlestown, RI. She also leaves to cherish her memory her grandchildren; Morgan Skovich and partner Scott Dobeck, Dylan Agli and his wife Sara Palmer, Jacob Agli, Colin and Jack Holcomb, Dempsey Skovich, Emma and Ethan Agli, and her great-grandchildren; Maxly, Luca, and Amity. Dee also leaves behind her sister-in-law Eileen Smith and her Aunt Fran Ritone. Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her sister Victoria Cochefski.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday June 21, 2024 at 11 AM at St. Dominic’s Church, 1050 Flanders Road Southington. The family will receive visitors prior to Mass at the DellaVecchia Funeral Home 211 N. Main St. Southington on Friday June 21, 2024 from 8:30-10:30 AM. Interment will follow Mass at Holy Trinity Cemetery in New Britain. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to The Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph, 650 Willard Ave. Newington, CT 06111, Attention Sister Sally Hodgdon.

Gloria Bell Obituary, (81) 16 July 2024

Gloria J. "Auntie Glo" Bell, 81, of New Britain, passed away Tuesday (July 16, 2024) at the Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain. Born in Soperton, GA, she was daughter of the late Bobby and Vera Mae (Townes) Bell. Gloria was a graduate of New Britain High School, class of 1961. She worked for the State of Connecticut in the Motor Vehicle Department, The Environmental Protection Agency, and later worked at Children and Family Services for a total of 38 years, retiring in 1997. She was a former member of St. James Baptist Church.
Surviving are several cousins from the Sylvia Smith Family, the Richard Crockett Family, the Kevin Crockett Family, Dwayne Crockett, and her goddaughter Stacy Smith.
Funeral services are Monday (July 22nd) 5:30pm at Bethesda Apostolic Church, 249 Stanley Street, New Britain, CT 06051. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Fairview Cemetery. Calling hours are Monday afternoon, 4 to 5:30PM at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bethesda Apostolic Church. Carlson Funeral Home, New Britain is assisting with arrangements. Please share a memory or note of sympathy at

Stanley R. Wasel, Jr, (81) 23 July 2024

of Southington passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at The Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain surrounded by his devoted family. He was the beloved husband of Marjorie (Freeland) Wasel with whom he shared 22 wonderful and happy years before his passing. Stan was born to the late Stanley L. and Jenny (Kasinak) Wasel on November 24, 1942, in Bridgeport. As their only child, he became their pride and joy. In Stan’s early years he lived in Darien where his parents owned and managed the Post Restaurant and later in Kensington where they owned and managed the Dairy Bar. After graduating from New Britain High School, Stan joined the Air Force (1961-1964) and served as a Nuclear Weapons Specialist in Southeast Asia in the early days of the Vietnam War and later at Westover Air Base during the Cuban Missile Crisis. When returning home he married Judith Unwin and started their family in New Britain. He had a lengthy career as an electrician, eventually becoming plant manager for Charles W. House & Sons before retiring in 1999. In addition to his wife, he leaves his three children, Scott Wasel and wife Laurie of Wolcott, Erik Wasel and wife June of Turin, New York and New Hartford and Amy Vilcinskas and husband Mark of Marlborough; nine grandchildren, Keri, Todd, Ashley, Emily, Meagan, Ryan, Andrew, Larissa, and Lana; three great grandchildren, Cassie, Ian, and Liam. He was predeceased by his daughter Reid Gamache and his first wife Judith (Unwin) Wasel. Stan was an avid sports buff, enjoying skiing, golfing, snowmobiling and earlier in his life, cyclist contributing to his label “the cool grandpa” by his family. As a member and past President of Mountain Laurel Ski Club in New Britain he was committed to supporting its success through sharing his passion for skiing and spreading that passion to all of those who knew him. It has been said: “some talk, some throw out ideas and Stan did both of those for sure, but most of all, he was always one of those who’d show up to make it happen.” His legacy of love, kindness, and devotion to his family will be cherished and continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to have been a part of his life. His children and grandchildren will fondly look back upon memories of the VT house, skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, and ice skating and will bring lessons learned forward in their own families.

Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, from 4-7:00pm at the DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St., Southington. A Celebration of Life with military honors will be held on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at 10:00am at the funeral home. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. For online condolences and directions please visit www.dellavecchiasouthington.com. In lieu of flowers, donations in honor of Stan can be made to “Tunnel to Towers Foundation” at T2T.org.
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Elva Gordona Strewgowski, (82) 12 September 2024

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Elva G. Stregowski of New Britain, Connecticut, whose life came to an end on September 12, 2024 at the age of 82, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Elva G. Stregowski to show support. In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Elva had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Elva may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience. She was predeceased by: her husband Thomas J. Stregowski; and her parents, Leonard Gordona and Alda Gordona (Lombardini). She is survived by: her son Christopher Stregowski of Berlin; her grandson Collin Stregowski of Seymour; and her siblings, Leo Gordona of Tully, NY and MaryAnn Nessel (Gordona) of Southington. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, September 21st 2024 at 11:30 AM at the St. Paul's Church (485 Alling St, Berlin, CT 06037).

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or St. Paul Catholic Church, Kensington.

June (Russell) Pedemonti, 20 September 2024

of Farmington, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 20, 2024 with her loving husband Thomas by her side. Born and raised in New Britain, June graduated from New Britain High School and attended Central CT State College. She was a former resident of Unionville before moving to Farmington after her marriage to Thomas in 1990. June had many jobs thru the years but most enjoyed her career as a buyer for a chain of boutique jewelry retailers. She was fond of regular trips to NYC and elsewhere in search of what was new and unique to jewelry buyers.
Besides her husband Thomas S. Pedemonti, she leaves a daughter, Beth Nadeau and her husband Steve of Raymond, Maine. Also surviving are Tom’s son, Mark Pedemonti and his partner Antoinette Logan of Old Saybrook; Lisa Pedemonti DiPietro and her husband Lucian of Gloucester, MA , Eight grandchildren, Kelsey, Tyler and his wife Erin Nadeau, Jarron & Maelah Nadeau, Jackson Holcomb, Francesca Pedemonti Willis and her husband Tyler, John Pedemonti and his wife Alley, and Dominic.Pedemonti. Also, Great grandson Charles Thomas Pedemonti. June was predeceased by her beloved son Russell Holcomb.
We would like to thank the Hospice nurses for their loving care and compassion during these most difficult times.
Funeral services will be held Monday (October 7, 2024) 11 AM at Carlson
Funeral Home, 45 Franklin Square, New Britain, followed by burial in Rose Hill
Memorial Park in Rocky Hill. Donations may be made
to Visiting Nurse and Hospice of Litchfield, 32 Union Street Winstead CT 06098, or The American Cancer Society P.O. Box 6704 Hagerstown, MD 21741. Please share a memory or note of sympathy at www.carlsonfuneralhome.com

Walter John Dygus (Wally), (82) 18 October 2024

He was born August 28,1942 in New Britian, Ct. to the late Walter Thomas and Josephine (yapczanka) Dygus.
Walter earned his education from Morehead University and NYU. He was the owner of an advertising firm on Long Island. He was a member of the St. George's country club in East Setauket. Throughout his life he enjoyed golfing at his country club, boating on the great South Bay and volunteering for the Kiwanis club in Weston, ct. He loved playing Santa Claus around the holidays for various organizations, and most of all spending time with friends and family. The warm weather and beaches eventually brought him to Lakewood ranch Florida. While the last chapter of his life were marked by the struggle against a cruel illness, they were also marked by the love and care that surrounded him. Left to cherish his memory are Marilyn Dygus, his daughters Kimberlie Summers, Pamela Schramm and her husband Michael; sister Joyce Dygus and family friend Claudia Kulak; grandchildren Justin, Brendan Summers and his wife Brea, and Morgan, Lauren and Dylan Schramm. He will be joining his late wife Fran Hollman in eternal life.
His legacy will be carried on by every story we tell, every laugh we share and every memory we hold, dear. A celebration of Wally's life will be held in old Saybrook, Connecticut at the old Saybrook Inn and spa July 5, 2025. Details to follow. Memorial contributions may be made in Walter's honor to the Alzheimer's Association online at www.alz.org

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Dr. Daniel M Eichenbaum, Bert Loomis, James Oldziey, Helmut H. (Schavilje) Lambert , Richard Lambardo,
William K. Hennninger, Cynthia (Colella) Anderson, Pam and Richard Wass