Lexington Clipper-Herald (NE)
March 23, 2020Mary H. Lemmer of Cozad died Friday, March 20, 2020 at Emerald Care Center at the age of 87.
Mary was born Aug. 27, 1932 at Holbrook, Nebraska to Elmer and Clarissa (Clarke) Hawthorne. She graduated from Cozad High School with the class of 1951. On June 10, 1951, she married Jerome Lemmer at the Evangelical Church in Cozad. Their union was blessed with 6 children, Randall (Mose), Gary (Dutch), Alan (Moose), Kelly (Flakes), Susan and Linda (Pot). The couple raised their family on the family ranch northeast of Cozad. She was a faithful member of the First Lutheran Church of Buffalo.
Everyone she knew thought of her as a mother. She was always feeding people, deer hunters, pheasant hunters, etc.
Survivors include her children, Gary (Kathleen) Lemmer of Cozad, Alan (Leesa) Lemmer of Lexington, Kelly (Theresa) Lemmer of Cozad, Susan (Danny) Buffum of Lincoln and Linda (Dennis) Bauer of Omaha; 16 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; brother, Harold Hawthorne of Cozad; sister, Betty (Ray) Kenney of Holbrook; and many nieces, nephews and extended family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Randall and daughter-in-law, Laura Lemmer.
Find-a-Grave
Harold "Hal" Hawthorne, 87, of Cozad, passed away January 13, 2021 at Emerald Nursing and Rehab. Harold was born October 6, 1933 in Holbrook, NE to Clarissa (Clarke) and Elmer Hawthorne. Harold graduated from Cozad High School in 1952, where he played football and tuba in the high school band.
Harold was a tree trimmer, but for many years, Harold's career was as a salesman where he worked for Bay Electronics, Finco Corporation and Tandy Corporation. In 1989 he completed training in the Ingham Method of Reflexology. He practiced reflexology for 30 years and helped many people to better health.
For many years he was a member of the Elks Lodge. He was also a member of the American Lutheran Church, where he served as a deacon.
Harold is survived by his sister Betty and husband Ray McKenney, of Holbrook, NE. His son Phillip Hawthorne, of Mesa, AZ, two daughters, Cynthia and husband Dave Monyhan, of Winona, MN and Beverly Pelerine, of Riverside, CA. Four Grandchildren and two great grandchildren and many nephews and nieces.
The Hartford Courant (CT)
July 24, 2017LT. William "Red" J. Edgar Jr., E.P.D. Retired, (88), of the Thompsonville section of Enfield, widower of Maria (Festa) Edgar (2010), entered into eternal peace, Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at West Haven V.A. Hospital. Born in Springfield, MA, December 8, 1928, he was raised in Enfield and was the son of the late William J. Edgar Sr., and Edith (Miller) Edgar.
After graduating from Enfield High School, Red enlisted in the U.S. Army serving honorably following World War II. He attended American International College and in 1959 he became a police officer proudly serving his hometown community with the Enfield Police Dept. He retired from the Dept. as Lieutenant April 30, 1994. Red's service to the Enfield community went farther beyond his Law Enforcement career. He served on the Enfield Town Council from 1995-1999, and was re-elected in 2001 representing District 2 . He was a longtime member of the Enfield Democratic Town Committee and became the Democratic Caucus' minority leader in 2013. Red served as a Service Officer for over 20 years for the A.M.V.E.T.S. serving many veterans. He was a member of many veterans and civic organizations on both local and state levels.
He was a communicant of St. Patrick Church in Enfield. Red was an avid NY Yankees and NY Giants fan. Red was devoted to his family, his community, his state, and his country.
Red is survived by his children, Teresa M. Fausel of Enfield, Kenneth Edgar and his wife Sharon of Enfield, Nancy Albetski and her husband Richard of Enfield, George Temple and his wife Carrie of Enfield, Christine Butler-Temple of Enfield, Beverly Steimer and her husband Robert of Stafford; his cherished grandchildren Mark Fausel, William Fausel and his wife Kathleen, Michelle Forna and her husband Garret, Michael Temple, Kimberly Temple, Cathy Calderon and her husband Hector, Denny Temple, Tyler Smith, Jaclyn Valley, Briana Butler, Doragrace Butler, Steven, David and Edward Albetski, Sean Stelmat and his wife Ruth, Christopher Stelmat and his wife Audrey, and Janet Higley and her husband Dwight; and his great grandchildren, Dylan and Christina Fausel, Stone Johnsen, Jake, Sieana and Logan Forna, Ray and Adam El-Rayess and Gabriel, Camden Valley, Brayden Stelmat, Joclyn DeGray and Trystan Flemming, Joseph Fausel, and Kevin Temple.
Besides his wife Maria, he was predeceased by a son James Temple, his brother Albert Edgar, and his canine companion Cooper.
The Hartford Courant (CT)
September 17, 2010Maria ''Tina'' F. (Festa) Edgar, 85, of Enfield beloved wife of William ''Red'' J. Edgar, Jr. of 49 years, entered into eternal peace on Wednesday, (September 15, 2010), in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Hartford on September 4, 1925, the sixth of seven children of the late Guiseppi and Antoinette (Vasquenza) Festa.
Tina was educated in the West Hartford School System and graduated from William Hall High School, Class of 1943. She was a communicant of St. Patrick Church and was very involved in community and local organizations. Tina was a 50 year member of VFW Auxiliary #4740 in Windsor, Past President of AMVETS Auxiliary Post #18, Past President of the State of CT Department of AMVETS Auxiliary, past member of the Emblem Club (Women of Elks), member of the Woman's Club of Enfield, and past member of the Enfield Democratic Town Committee. She volunteered for the Association for Retarded and Handicapped Citizens and hosted a Christmas party at her own expense calling attention to their cause. Tina did catering at the Enfield AMVETS, feeding the hungry and homeless and she never let a veteran go without. She also enjoyed other charity work and giving to the less fortunate. She derived her greatest joy and satisfaction in life from providing a safe and nurturing environment for her family who loved her deeply and will miss her always.
In addition to her husband, ''Red'', Tina is survived by her children, Teresa M. Fausel, of Enfield, James D. Temple, of Jacksonville, FL, George Temple and his wife, Carrie, of Enfield, Christine Butler-Temple, of Enfield, Nancy Albetski and her husband, Richard, of Enfield, Beverly Steimer and her husband, Robert, of Stafford, and Kenneth Edgar and his wife, Sharon, of Enfield; her cherished grandchildren Mark Fausel and his wife Kathryn, William Fausel and his wife Kathleen, Michelle Forna and her husband, Garret, Michael Temple, Kimberly Temple, Cathey El-Rayess and her husband, Aiman, Denny Temple, Tyler Smith, Jaclyn Valley and her husband, Greg, Briana Butler, Doragrace Butler, Steven, David and Edward Albetski, Sean Stelmat and his wife, Ruth, Christopher Stelmat and his wife, Audrey, and Janet Higley and her husband, Dwight; and her great grandchildren, Dylan and Christina Fausel, Stone Johnsen, Jake, Sieana and Logan Forna, Ray and Adam El-Rayess, Camden and Halyn Valley, Brayden Stelmat, Joclyn DeGray and Triston Stelmat.
She was predeceased by her brothers and sisters, Gerald Festa, John Festa, Mike Festa, Marco (Max) Festa, Joan (Dolly) Ross and Mary Pinkham.
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The Hartford Courant
June 24, 2017Kenneth E. Hinckley, Sr., 92, of Suffield, beloved husband of Dorothy (Sweatland) Hinckley passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2017. Born August 15, 1924 in Suffield, son of the late Harold and Lillian (Tilden) Hinckley.
Ken served in the US Navy during WWII. He was a member of American Legion Suffield Post 94. Other than his time in the military, Ken lived his entire life within 200 feet of his birthplace home. He worked as a carpenter, he worked for Aetna Life and Casualty for many years as the carpentry supervisor before retiring.
Besides his wife, Dorothy of 67 years, he is survived by a son, Charles Hinckley and his wife, Laurie, a son Kenneth Hinckley, Jr., a daughter, Sandra Files and her husband, Terry; a brother, John Hinckley and his wife, Virginia; a sister, Judith Whitten. Ken was predeceased by a son, Keith Hinckley.
The Hartford Courant
April 21, 2018Dorothy (Sweatland) Hinckley, 91, of Suffield, wife of the late Kenneth Hinckley, died Tuesday, April 17 ,2018. She was the daughter of the late Andrew and Annie (Zimmerman) Sweatland.
Dorothy was raised in West Suffield where she became a proud member of the West Suffield Grange. She remained a faithful member for well over 75 years. She married Ken in 1950 and moved to Suffield where they raised their family.
Dorothy is survived by a daughter, Sandy Files and husband Terry of South Windsor, a son Charles Hinckley and wife Laurie of Yuba City, CA and a son Kenneth Jr. and his daughter, Jasmin, of Agawam, MA.
She was pre-deceased by a son, Keith Hinckley.
The Hartford Courant (CT)
March 4, 1994HINCKLEY. Constance (Godard) Hinckley, 66, of 80 Benedict Drive, South Windsor, widow of H. Bruce Hinckley, died Thursday (March 3, 1994) at Hartford Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Granby, she had lived for many years in West Granville, Mass., moving to South Windsor in 1971. She worked for the South Windsor Board of Education for many years, retiring in 1993, also from 1965 to 1971 she worked for the Noble & Cooley Drum Shop, Granville, Mass. Constance graduated from Ganby High School, class of 1946, she also played the organ, piano, and sang in the choir of the Granville Federated Church in Granville, Mass.
She leaves three sons and two daughters-in-law, Ronald and Diane Hinckley of Clinton, Bruce and Kristine Hinckley of Ware, Mass., and David Hinckley of South Windsor; three daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Marshall Dickerson of Shelton, Betsy and Bob Davis of Bloomfield, Ind., and Lauren and Joe Chistolini of Granville, Mass.; a sister, Arlene Godard o f Windsor; eighteen grandchildren; and five great- grandchildren.
She was predeceased by a sister, Sylvia G. Grant. F
The Hartford Courant (CT)
March 21, 2008Mrs. Nancy Hinckley Trombley passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Thursday (March 13, 2008).
Nancy was born December 13, 1928 in Suffield daughter of the late Harold A. and Lillian Tilden Hinckley, married Louis James Trombley July 25, 1946.
She has lived in Massachusetts, Washington, Arizon and Oregon. Nancy retired from Kaiser Permanente after 15 years of service. Some of her interests were spending time at the pool, knitting, reading, crossword puzzles going to the Casino.
She was a loving wife and mother and is survived by her husband Louis, and family, Louis H. and Patty Trombley of Steubenville OH, Lee and Aggie Trombley of Portland OR, Linda and Mark Lathrop of Washougal, WA, Lonna Trombley of Portland, OR; grandchildren, Jason Trombley and Dustin Eller. Nancy had one sister Judith Hinckley Whiten, three brothers Kenneth E, the late H. Bruce and John W. Hinckley and fourteen nieces and nephews.
The Oregonian (Portland, OR)
April 12, 2009Louis Trombley passed away one year after his beloved wife of 62 years, Nancy.
Lou was born in West Springfield, Mass. He served in the Navy during World War II. Lou played the role of Santa Claus to dozens of children throughout Portland, Vancouver, and Phoenix. Lou was active with the social events at the Royal Villa Mobile Home Park also Buzzin Bees Square Dance Club and Kaiperm Kapers. He enjoyed gardening, going to the casino and telling stories.
A loving husband, father and grandfather, Lou is survived by his sons, Louis (Patty) Trombley and Lee (Agnes) Trombley; daughters, Linda (Mark) Lathrop and Lonna Trombley; and grand-children, Jason Trombley and Dustin Eller.
The Hartford Courant (CT)
January 27, 2018Judith H. Whitten, 86, of Windsor Locks, formerly of Suffield, beloved wife, mother and matriarch, died surrounded by her family on Sunday, January 21, 2018.
Judith was predeceased by her late husband William 'Bill' Whitten III and daughter Lisa M. Whitten. She is survived by sons William R. Whitten IV and his wife Madeline of Brooklyn; Tom Whitten and his wife Christine of Simsbury; her granddaughter Andrea Boyd and husband Travis of Chesapeake, Virginia; and grandson William R. Whitten V of Brooklyn. She also leaves two great-grandsons, Deandré and Jordan, both of Chesapeake.
A proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, Judith was a model of integrity and hard work and an inspiration to her children.
The Hartford Courant (CT)
May 26, 2009William R. ''Bill'' Whitten, 77, of Windsor Locks, the beloved husband of Judith H. Whitten, died surrounded by his family at Hartford Hospital on Friday (May 22, 2009) from complications resulting from an automobile accident.
Born on March 20th, 1932, he was the son of the late William R. Whitten and Carolyn Biardi Whitten.
He was a lifelong resident of Windsor Locks and was predeceased by a daughter, Lisa M. Whitten. Bill graduated from Windsor Locks High School and enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1952. He was a combat veteran who served with the 35th Infantry Regiment of the 25th, ''Tropic Lightning'' Division, in Korea. He later worked at Choice Vend and Kaman Aerospace.
Bill devoted his life to caring for the love of his life, his wife of 48 years, Judy, who has been afflicted with Multiple Sclerosis for over two decades. He had a wonderful zest for life that was reflected by his generous spirit, his friendly and affable nature, and his ability to bring excitement and fun to the simplest of life's pleasures. He was an avid reader, a jazz aficionado, an expert fly fisherman who tied his own flies, and a life long athlete with a particular love and passion for basketball. For the past 10 years, Bill found a constant and much beloved companion in his feisty dog, Aiden, who went nearly everywhere with him. He was a true gentleman and enjoyed family gatherings at his son's house, and would always begin family feasts with a prayer for the poor, homeless, and wayward. Bill had an unforgettable warm smile and kind words for anyone he would meet. His love of conversation and warm presence will be greatly missed.
Bill leaves his wife Judy; two sons, Bill Whitten of Brooklyn, NY, Tom Whitten and his wife Christine of Simsbury; a granddaughter, Andrea of Virginia; and two great-grand children also of Virginia.
Boston Herald (MA)
February 2, 1998Rose Marie (Coscarelly) Moynihan of Medfield, owner and broker of the Consolidated Brokerage Agency in Medfield, died Thursday at Columbia Metrowest Medical Center in Natick. She was 67.
Born in Auburn, Ind., she moved to Michigan where she graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1948.
She was the wife of the late James T. She is survived by two sons, Peter J. of Medfield and Phillip J. of Nederland, Colo.; a daughter, Patricia J. Arrigo of Wrentham; two sisters, Nancy Coscarelly of Glendale, Calif. and Anita White of Chino, Calif.; a brother, Nick Coscarelly of Hillsdale, Mich.; and one grandson.
The Republican (Springfield, MA)
July 9, 2019Eugene F. "Gene" Tilden, 87, of Springfield, MA, beloved husband of Janet (Marsh) Tilden, entered into Eternal Rest on Thursday, July 4, 2019.
He was born in Suffield, CT on September 25, 1931, son of the late Fred and Edith (Merrifield) Tilden.
Gene grew up in the Thomsonville area of Enfield where he attended school. He proudly served his country for over 20 years until his retirement in December of 1970 as Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force. Gene was especially devoted to his wife and family and cherished the time he spent with his grandchildren, great grandchildren, and his beloved dogs. He was an avid reader and enjoyed tending his garden. Gene held a special interest in genealogy and was well versed in the nine generations of his family that lived in the area. He also had a love for the homeland of his English bride, and made frequent visits there.
In addition to his loving wife of 62 years, Janet, Gene is survived by his children, Karen Tilden and her husband Steven Grant of Marion, MA, Joy Dion of Rosamond, CA, Cindy Grimaldi and her husband Wayne Grimaldi of Blanford, MA, and Janene Kane and her partner April Achorn of Springfield, 12 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his brothers, Fred Tilden and James Tilden; his sisters, Patricia Lynch and Sandra Jorey; his son-in-law Raymond Dion; and his grandson, Samuel Tilden Allen.
The Republican (Springfield, MA)
October 5, 2005MONSON - Patricia A. (Tilden) Lynch, 71, of Ray's Trailer Park, passed away Oct. 3, 2005 at home.
Born August 31, 1934 in Suffield, CT, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Edith (Merrifield) Tilden.
Patricia has lived in Monson for the past 18 years, previously residing in Springfield. She was a member of AmVets in Enfield, loved reading, TLC Channel, but most importantly her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was their caregiver, babysitter, second mother, and friend.
Patricia was predeceased in death by her husband George F. in 1999, and is survived by her children, Daniel of CA, Sheryl Gatto of Ware, Leslie Giblin of Monson, Bonnie Shannon of Springfield, and Beth Mariani of Monson. She also leaves her beloved grandchildren, Victoria Lynch, Jennifer Gatto, Meagan Gatto, Samantha Mariani, Cindel Giblin, Rachel Mariani, Evan Rivers, Jose Pena; great-grandchildren Ashley, Alexander, Taleiya, Tyler; and siblings Eugene Tilden of Springfield and Sandy Jorey of E. Longmeadow.
Union-News (Springfield, MA)
November 8, 1999George F. Lynch, 70, of Ray's Mobile Home, died Thursday at home.
He was a tool clerk at Hamilton Standard Division of United Technologies Corp. in Windsor Locks. Born in Holland, he lived in Springfield for 21 years and moved here in 1987. He was a Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War and belonged to AmVets Post 18 in Enfield and the Disabled American Veterans Chapter in Springfield.
He leaves his wife, the former Patricia Tilden; a son, Daniel F. of Newport Beach, Calif.; four daughters, Sheryl C. Gatto of Ware, Leslie F. Giblin of Monson, Bonnie Jean C. Shannon of Springfield and Beth Mariani of Palmer; two sisters, Jean Ferre of East Longmeadow and Joy St. George of Richmond, Va.; seven grandchildren; and a great-grandson.
The Republican (Springfield, MA)
December 29, 2018Sandra E. (Tilden) Jorey , 77, wife of 52 years to the late Harold Jorey , passed away on December 27, 2018.
She was born in Enfield, Connecticut on April 29, 1941 daughter of the late Fred and Edith (Merrifield) Tilden; and was a resident of East Longmeadow for over 50 years.
Sandra was also preceded by 2 brothers James and Fred Tilden; and one sister Patricia Lynch.
Sandra is survived by her two daughters and husbands, Suzanne Jorey and Stephen Rogers of Belchertown, Lynn and Glenn Giglio of Manchester, Connecticut; a brother and his wife, Eugene and Janet Tilden of Springfield; two grandchildren, Kyle Henrich of Chicopee, Taylor Henrich and her fiancée Stephen MacFeat of Enfield, Connecticut; 2 great grandchildren, Dahlia and Gavin.
The Republican (Springfield, MA)
January 4, 2015Harold R. Hal Jorey, 79, of East Longmeadow, MA, beloved husband of Sandra (Tilden) Jorey, entered into eternal peace Thursday January 1, 2015 at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, MA. The son of the late Robert and Esther (McVey) Jorey,
Harold was born in Springfield, MA and had been a resident of East Longmeadow for most of his life.
He was retired from ABB (formerly Combustion Engineering). Harold enjoyed tennis and was active at the Ludlow Tennis Club. As a motor cars enthusiast, he was a member of the Strokers Club.
Besides his wife Sandra, Harold is survived by two daughters, Dr. Suzanne Jorey of East Longmeadow, and Lynn Henrich of Manchester, CT; two grandchildren, Kyle and Taylor Henrich; a great granddaughter, Dahlia Macfeat; a half-sister, Sally Drown; and his beloved canine companions, Stella, Jo-Jo, Lizzie, and Jake.
The Oklahoman
November 10, 2013James Bruce Tilden was born November 20, 1917 in Suffield, CT to James Horace Tilden and Eleanor Mariah McNutt.
Jim was the youngest of 5 children, all of whom preceded him in death.
A New Englander at heart, Jim passed away at the age of 95 at Integris Hospice House in Oklahoma City on November 5, 2013.
In 1937, at the height of The Great Depression, Jim entered the Navy where he served for 20 years. While in the Navy, he saw the world. He was proudest of his time on the USS South Dakota (1942-1943), also known as Battleship X, where he saw action in the battle of Santa Cruz and he was awarded the Navy Unit Commendation Ribbon for his outstanding heroism. He also served on the USS Quincy, USS California, USS Alaska, USS Damato, USS Vulcan, USS Newport News and the USS Saratoga; and he received many other medals. He retired from the Navy as Chief Warrant Officer in 1960 and started his civilian career at Cape Canaveral where he was part of the team to put the first man into space and the first man on the moon.He retired a second time and went to work with Southern Bell where he worked until his third retirement in 1983 when he started enjoying traveling by RV, golf, boating and fishing on a full-time basis.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Ruth, also a WWII Veteran; his sons, Robert (Carolyn) and David (Lynette); and his grandsons, Riley and Corwin.
The Oklahoman (Oklahoma City, OK)
August 31, 2018Ruth Teilden: August 28, 1922 - August 28, 2018
OKLAHOMA CITY Ruth Lee (Carrell) Tilden was the last survivor of the Carrell Ten. She was the ninth of ten children born to Myrtle and Newton Carrell in Hughes County, Oklahoma.
Ruth's family were migrant farmworkers in her early years. After high school, she attended Draughon's Business College in OKC and was recruited into the USN Waves in Washington DC, engaged in the war effort. There she met her husband, James B. Tilden, with whom she traveled the world and raised her family. Ruth will be remembered as a dedicated wife and mother, an active supporter of the Southern Baptist Church, an artist and a free thinking intelligent, funny and positive woman. She will be sorely missed on earth, and joyously celebrated in eternal life.
She followed her husband, James Bruce Tilden, to be with the angels.
Survivors include her sons, Robert Nelson and wife Carolyn, and David Glenn Tilden and wife Lynette; and grandsons, Riley James and Corwin James Tilden.