Recent Death Notices From Meriden

MERIDEN, CT — Below are recent death notices from Meriden.

Allen L. Weathers, 94, passed away on Jan. 10, 2025. A former curator of the Meriden Historical Society and amateur historian, he dedicated his time to preserving Meriden's industrial history, assisting with genealogy research, and leading educational tours, while also working as a machinist and partner in the family antique business.

Ronald H. Forster, 86, passed away on Jan. 11, 2025, after serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, working at New Departure and CL&P, and being a parishioner of St. Joseph Church.

Santina M. (Sandy) Bean, 100, passed away on Jan. 7, 2025, after working as an inspector at All Molded Plastics for 45 years, and being an active member of Holy Angels Church, the Holy Angels Women’s Club, the South Meriden Mother’s Circle, and the Red Hats.

Raul Cardona, 83, passed away on Jan. 6, 2025, after a life dedicated to faith and service as a Permanent Deacon in the Catholic Church and a skilled welder with the Connecticut Laborers Union, inspiring others through his ministry and acts of kindness.

Robert Clark Macfarlane, 72, passed away on Jan. 5, 2025. A retired Pratt & Whitney employee, he was passionate about music, photography, and a wide range of outdoor hobbies, including fishing, hunting, and motorcycling, while also taking pride in his role as a grandfather.

Sheila (Papallo) Clancy, 80, passed away on Jan. 5, 2025. A retired Adult Probation Officer, Sheila enjoyed traveling, competitive cycling, and supporting various causes, including politics, animal rights, and public broadcasting, while sharing many adventures with her late husband, Bob.

Frances L. Graham, 81, passed away on Jan. 3, 2025, after working for many years as a bus driver, earning the nickname "Happy Horn."

Stephen J. Uymah, 69, passed away on Jan. 3, 2025, after serving in the Liberian Criminal Investigation Division, obtaining an Associate’s Degree in Accounting, working in various professions until his retirement in 2021, and enjoying cooking, country music, and sharing life lessons with friends and family

Ryan Michael Eno, 30, passed away on Jan. 3, 2025. He enjoyed hobbies like bowling, writing, and watching the Cooking Network, while participating in the Special Olympics, Nerden Camp, and Accord, where he made many friends.

Mary Daugherty Abrams, 66, passed away on Jan. 2, 2025, after a courageous battle with glioblastoma, having worked in special education and educational administration before retiring as an Assistant Principal and serving two terms as the Senate Chair of the Public Health Committee during the early years of the COVID pandemic.