Recent Death Notices From Cheshire

CHESHIRE, CT — Below are recent death notices from Cheshire.

Scott M. Colacrai, 50, passed away on Feb. 2, 2025. Born Nov. 8, 1974, in Waterbury, he worked as a clerk at Big Y, took art lessons and entered paintings in local art shows, participated in Special Olympics volleyball, and was a member of Best Buddies at Quinnipiac University.

Judith F. Kaprinski, 80, passed away on Feb. 11, 2025. She was a teacher in Cheshire for over 36 years, served as an officer for the Education Association of Cheshire, was a member of the Connecticut Education Association and Alpha Delta Kappa, and held leadership roles in the New Horizons Club of the Halifax Area and at the First Congregational Church.

Patricia A. Hackett, 93, passed away on Feb. 12, 2025. She worked in administration and human resources at Fansteel V/R Wesson until her retirement in 1996, enjoyed traveling, especially to the beach, and spent time with family and friends.

Edith A. Paul, 78, passed away on Feb. 13, 2025. She was a stay-at-home mom who later worked as a lunch aide, Burger King manager, and pharmacy technician at Cheshire Pharmacy/Rite Aid for over 20 years, enjoying family activities, sporting events, and shopping at Marshall's.