All Obituaries

SOUTHBURY - M. Ellen Capobianco, 90, departed this life peacefully on June 30, 2020, at Cherry Brook Health Care Center in Canton. She was the beloved wife of the late Eugene Capobianco for sixty-two years. Ellen was born in Waterbury on May 4, 1930, to the late Howard and May (Robinson) Hicock Jr. She was a nurturing and compassionate caregiver throughout her life, caring for herself and her family as a health and nutrition enthusiast. She will be remembered for her cooking, gardening...

Kathleen A. Padula, 75, departed this life on June 26, 2020 at home surrounded by her loving family. Kathleen was born in Waterbury, CT on April 11, 1945 to the late Michael J. and Angelina (Visconti) Norton. She was a lifelong learner and earned a Bachelors in Nursing, Bachelors in Social Work, Masters in Social Work, Masters of Psychology, and was a Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor. She was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church, and her hobbies included reading, photography, and...

Nora Elizabeth (Betty) Calderwood (nee McGarry) died peacefully early in the morning on June 15, 2020 after a brief illness. She was born in Rossport, County Mayo, Ireland in 1927. She is survived by her three children, Brian (Marguerite), Patty McAvoy and Kathy Barrett (Ed), her five grandchildren, and four great grandchildren, all of whom she loved very dearly. She was married to James Calderwood for sixty four wonderful years, and is at peace by his side for evermore. They shared many...

As a beloved partner, father, and friend, Patrick Harris passed away on June 15, 2020, at the age of 71. Patrick was raised in Olmsted Falls, Ohio by Leo and Freda Harris (Fulton). His service as a navigator in the Air Force and then as a commercial airline captain allowed him to explore the globe, but he always made sure there was time for his family and friends. His generous spirit allowed him to always see the good in everyone. We are so thankful for the bone marrow donor that gave us 15...

Richard Neilson, of Southbury, CT, passed away on June 14, 2020.  His loved ones are currently composing his obituary, which will be posted here once it's completed. The Carpino Funeral Home of Southbury has been entrusted with the arrangements. To leave a message of remembrance, please visit www.CarpinoCares.com.  

David E. Pierce, of Southbury, CT, passed away on June 11, 2020.  His loved ones are currently composing his obituary, which will be posted here once it's completed. The Carpino Funeral Home of Southbury has been entrusted with the arrangements. To leave a message of remembrance, please visit www.CarpinoCares.com.

SOUTHBURY - John Francis Mikula, 82, of Southbury, CT, formerly of Bethel, passed away peacefully at home as were his wishes on June 2, 2020.  He was surrounded by those who loved him; his wife, children and grandchildren.  John was born in Bronx, NY on March 15, 1938, to the late Frank and Irene (Reilly) Mikula.  He was the beloved husband of Elin (Holgerson) Mikula of over 57 years, he leaves his children, Lynn Mikula Bailey of East Windsor and Jill Kriauciunas and husband...

SOUTHBURY - Joseph J. Cavallo, 97, passed away on June 2, 2020. He was the beloved husband of the late Delorse (Deckelnick) Cavallo. Joseph was born in Pittsburgh, PA on July 12, 1922, to the late Michele and Mauretta Cavallo. He graduated from high school in New York City and later took evening courses in fine art at the Art Students League. He also studied advertising design at the School of Visual Arts, drew adventure comics before settling on an advertising career as an Art Director....

Jay Jon England of  Southbury, CT passed away on May 31, 2020.  His loved ones are currently composing his obituary, which will be posted here once it's completed. The Carpino Funeral Home of Southbury has been entrusted with the arrangements. To leave a message of remembrance, please visit www.CarpinoCares.com.  

David Avila, 74, departed this life on May 29, 2020 at his home in Southbury, CT. David was born in California on May 15, 1946 to the late Carlos A. Avila and Elsie Pitman. David grew up in Franklin, CT and Chester, VT. He graduated from Swarthmore College in 1969. He served in the Army, as a conscientious objector, from 1970-1972. He earned a Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Connecticut in 1977, and was a practicing clinical social worker for many years,...