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New Britain Mom Of 2 Remembered for Her Personality, Kindness After Christmas Eve Death
The unexpected death of a New Britain mother of two on Christmas Eve has left her family reeling. Loved ones say her warmth, generosity, and larger-than-life personality touched everyone she met.
Roxanne “Bean” Buonanducci, 46, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025, according to her obituary. Her family did not disclose the cause of death. She leaves behind two children, a son and a daughter, who were the center of her life.
Buonanducci’s family has launched a GoFundMe to help cover memorial and related expenses.
“Roxanne was a loving sister, daughter, mother, and frie…
Hartford Teen Killed In Christmas Hit-Run Crash Was 'Shining Light'; Police Search For Driver
The family of a 14-year-old Connecticut boy who was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Christmas night said he will be remembered for being a “shining light wherever he went.”
Malachi James, 14, of Hartford, was killed and three others were seriously injured when a Tesla Cybertruck crashed head-on into their Toyota Camry on Cornwall Street, just south of Hebron Street, in Hartford, around 9:15 p.m.
The Cybertruck driver, who was borrowing the vehicle, climbed from the wreckage and ran away from the scene, Hartford police said. Officers are still working to locate the driver, but they ha…
Family Mourns 20-Year-Old Man With 'Adventurous Spirit' Killed In Newington Crash With Bus
A 20-year-old Connecticut man killed in a late-night crash involving a CT Transit bus is being remembered for his strength, sensitivity, and devotion to his family.
Zack Berlepsch, of Glastonbury, was killed Friday night, Dec. 19, when his Honda Civic and a CT Transit bus collided along East Cedar Street near Lowry Place in Newington shortly after 11:15 p.m., authorities said. The bus driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
An obituary for Berlepsch said he was "observant, thoughtful, and mechanically inclined" and "especially protective of his sisters and mother."
"Handsome, good-h…
'Beacon Of Light': East Hartford Man Killed In I-84 Crash Remembered For Life Of Service
The family of a Connecticut man killed in an I-84 pileup earlier this month said he lived a life defined by generosity, service, and love for others.
John Henry Farrell III, 39, of East Hartford, died Dec. 17 after another vehicle crashed into his car near Exit 55, Connecticut State Police said.
His loved ones described Farrell as a source of compassion and warmth in his obituary.
John Henry found joy in knitting, enjoying exotic cuisines, spending time in nature, and sharing memorable moments with his cherished nephews. He loved going to Broadway plays and concerts, and was a devote…
CT Teacher's Unexpected Loss Spreads Sadness
A Connecticut community is preparing to say goodbye to a beloved elementary school teacher and mother who died unexpectedly last week.
Kerry Ann Nystrom, 63, of Mystic, died Dec. 17 at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in New London. She is survived by her husband, son, daughter, father, and brothers.
Her family did not disclose a cause of death.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 23, at Sacred Heart Church, located at 56 Sacred Heart Drive in Groton. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery in Mystic, according to her obituary.
Nystrom was a first-grade teacher a…
