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Beloved CT Animal Control Officer, Army Vet, Former Correction Captain Found Dead
The man found dead inside a vehicle over the weekend was a US Army veteran and a longtime Connecticut corrections and animal control officer, authorities announced.
Oreste "Rusty" P. Bona, 72, was identified as the man whose body was found inside a vehicle around 1:45 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, in Middlebury, police said. Connecticut State Police are investigating his death, but authorities do not believe it is suspicious.
Middlebury First Selectwoman Jennifer Mahr ordered town flags to fly at half-staff in Bona's honor.
"Rusty has been a fixture of our community, known and loved for his p…
'She Was The Brightest Light In Every Room': CT Communities Mourn Beloved Teacher
A Connecticut teacher who died earlier this month is being remembered for her compassion in the classroom and for being the family's "glue that held everyone together." Now, the community is coming together to repay her years of kindness.
Renee Kosobiecki McIntyre, 55, of North Branford, died at her home on July 14, according to her obituary. She leaves behind her husband Scott McIntyre, her children, Carlie and Cameron McIntyre, as well as her mother, sister, extended family, friends, students, and colleagues.
Her family has not disclosed a cause of death.
A GoFundMe created by friends ha…
'Left People Better Than He Found Them': CT Father Of 2 Dies Peacefully At 43
A Connecticut father remembered for his faith, kindness, and dedication to his children has died peacefully, leaving behind a family determined to carry on his greatest legacy.
Carlton Taylor Marable, 43, died peacefully on July 11, 2026, in Waterbury. His family is working to make sure his daughters are cared for in the years ahead, as he would have wanted.
A GoFundMe created by his sister, Candice McCrae, has raised more than $10,000 as of Thursday to help support his daughters' futures.
"Carlton was a devoted father, cherished son, brother, and friend whose kindness, optimism, and…
Ex-Western Mass Firefighter Dies Suddenly, Leaves Behind Wife, Toddler: 'Unmistakable Smile'
A longtime Massachusetts firefighter with a legacy of bravery, leadership, and a bright sense of humor has died suddenly, leaving behind his wife and his 2-year-old son.
The Russell Fire Department and Westfield Fire Department announced the death of former Russell Fire Chief and longtime Westfield firefighter and paramedic Niles LaValley on Monday, July 20. Officials did not provide a cause of death, saying only that it was sudden.
Loved ones created a GoFundMe for LaValley's wife, Jen, and their son, Theo, to help pay for his funeral expenses and provide some financial support. …
CT Woman Killed By Rogue Truck Tire On I-95 'Said Yes To Life,' Family Says
A 24-year-old Connecticut marine biologist remembered for her love of adventure, the ocean, and helping protect marine life was killed in a freak I-95 accident earlier this week when a detached truck tire crashed through the windshield of her SUV in Milford, police said.
Catherine "Cate" Margaret Palaia, of Stratford, was killed around 10:23 p.m. Sunday, July 13, while driving south on I-95, according to Connecticut State Police, who identified her the following day. Investigators said Palaia was driving a 2020 Toyota RAV4 when the front left tire of a northbound 2012 Ford F-250 came off the…
Beloved Putnam Speech-Language Pathologist, Mom Of 3, Remembered For Love Of Her 'Kiddos'
A beloved elementary school worker who helped students find their voice is being remembered for the care and compassion she showed every child she met.
Maura Babbitt, of Putnam, died Saturday, July 11, her family said on social media. The wife and mother of three boys was a fighter, they said. She survived leukemia in her 20s and later beat breast cancer. Her family did not disclose the cause of her death.
"My mother was dealt cards that no one should’ve been dealt, but she took them, played them, and continued to prioritize everyone else around her before herself," her son Aidan Babbitt wr…
CT Family Asks For Help After 25-Year-Old Killed In Accident: 'He Will Be Deeply Missed'
A Connecticut community is mourning the sudden death of a 25-year-old man who died in an accident.
Anderson Mauricio Ledesma Jara, of East Haven, died Friday, July 3, according to his obituary. His family did not describe the accident that led to his death.
Ledesma Jara is being remembered for "his kind heart, caring spirit, and the love he shared with those around him." His loved ones said "his warmth, laughter, and generosity touched many lives and that he will be deeply missed," according to his obituary.
He leaves behind his parents, siblings, and a host of aunts, uncles, and cou…
'He Lit Up Any Room': CT Mourns Elementary Student Who Died After Surgery Complications
A Connecticut community is rallying around the family of a Connecticut elementary school student who died suddenly after suffering complications following eye surgery, his family said.
Adam Fontalvo, a rising third grader at Alcott School in Wolcott, died Tuesday, July 1, following surgery for a cataract and retinal detachment, according to his loved ones.
A GoFundMe created to help his family with funeral and medical expenses had raised nearly $28,000 as of Friday, July 3.
"Adam Fontalvo was a happy, big boy who loved anyone and everyone," the fundraiser said. "He always left a grea…
'Full Of Life': Family Of CT Teen Killed In Head-On Crash Seeks Help As Community Mourns 2
The family of a Connecticut teenager killed in a violent Chaplin crash alongside another young man is asking the community for help as they cope with the unexpected tragedy.
Geovani "Geo" Aponte Jr., 18, of Willimantic, and Jaiden Pacheco, 20, of North Windham, were killed Friday, June 26, when the car they were in was involved in a head-on crash in Chaplin at the intersection of Willimantic Road and Phoenixville Road, Connecticut State Police said.
The two people on the driver's side of the Hyundai, ages 19 and 18, suffered serious injuries. First responders pulled them from the car, provi…
Heartbroken Mass Family Remembers 14-Year-Old Who Died On School Trip To Granby Resort
A Massachusetts eighth grader who died during a school field trip at a Connecticut resort is being remembered as a gifted student, athlete, and leader whose loss has devastated his family and school community.
Emari Marshall-Woodard, 14, suffered a medical emergency while visiting High Meadow Resort in Granby and drowned on Wednesday, June 11, authorities said. An off-duty officer began life-saving measures before Emari was transported to a hospital, where he later died.
"Our hearts are with the student’s family, friends, classmates, school staff, and all those whose lives have been touched…
'Cruel Twist Of Fate': Horse Trainer, 25, Dies Weeks After Fulfilling Lifelong Dream
A young Massachusetts horse trainer who had just achieved her lifelong dream of owning a farm was killed in a devastating riding accident that also claimed the life of her beloved show horse.
Chloe Christina Smith, 25, of Swampscott, was riding with friends in Groton on Friday, June 5, when her horse balked at a jump, throwing her from the saddle before collapsing on top of her, according to her family and obituary.
Smith was airlifted to UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester, where she died hours later, surrounded by loved ones, Daily Item reported.
“Her life was horses,” her father,…
