Fred Pogmore passed away on October 27, 2018 in the 89th year of his life. Born on October 21, 1929, Fred was a 29 year veteran, serving with the U. S. Naval Reserve as a Seabee and achieving the rank of Chief Petty Officer. A graduate of UCONN’s School of Agriculture, he was a State Conservation Officer from 1956 to 1985, retiring as the Chief of Law Enforcement for the Department of Fisheries and Game. He was very active in the Little River Grange and contributed a thorough history of the institution for the Gazette. Fred is survived by his wife of 68 years, Barbara, his son Frederick Pogmore and daughter Georgiann Kucia and husband Stanley, his brother, two sisters, four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Our condolences to all. Donations in Fred’s honor may be made to the UCONN College of Agriculture.

Michael Bisson passed away on November 7, 2018 in the 60th year of his life. Born on November 4, 1958, he was employed for 38 years with GKN Aerospace. A loving husband and father, and a familiar face in Hampton for many years, Michael liked to help people. He also enjoyed wood turning and riding his motorcycle. Predeceased by two siblings, Diane Roberts and Gilles Bisson, he is survived by his wife of 31 years, Louise Bisson, their two sons David Bisson and Adam Bisson, his brothers Maurice Bisson of Hampton, and Raymond Bisson, and his first grandchild, Rhett Bisson. Our condolences to all. Donations in Mr. Bisson’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Jennifer Wallace passed away on January 18, 2019 in the 77th year of her life. Born in the County of Middlesex in the United Kingdom on July 22, 1941, she worked as a registered nurse for many years at Hartford Hospital before retiring. Here in Hampton, she served as Deputy Registrar of Voters for the Democratic Party, and enjoyed gardening, bird watching, reading, nature walks, and Masterpiece Theatre. Jennifer was very charitable and gave to many organizations. She was the beloved mother of Jeffrey Wallace and his wife, Luciana, and Eric Wallace and his wife, Kaitlyn, the devoted grandmother of Tristan and Tessa, sister of Linda Gabriel and Steve James, and aunt to nieces Karina Hawkes and Fiona Gabriel. Our condolences to her family. Contributions to the National Ataxia Foundation will be appreciated.

Robert “Bubba” Cote passed away on February 2, 2019 in the 72nd year of his life. Born on October 1, 1946, he was a U. S. Army Veteran who proudly served in Korea and in Vietnam. Upon his return to civilian life, he was a bouncer at the legendary Shaboo Inn, and an equipment operator for many years as a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 478. A skilled craftsman, avid reader, and masterful cook, Bubba was a “Renaissance Man” who embarked on various adventures (and mis-adventures) which included a wild, cross country excursion. Predeceased by his son, Jesse, he leaves a brother, Phillip Cote and his wife Susan, a niece and nephews, and two cats. Our condolences to all. Donations in his memory can be made to Connecticut Cat Connection.

Laurian Chandler passed away on February 26, 2019 after a brave battle against cancer. Born on November 5, 1946, the daughter of Mildred and Laurier Henri of Hampton, Laurian lived here most of her life. Retiring as a dental assistant after 27 years, she was an active volunteer of the Benevolent Protective Order of Elks 1311. Here in Hampton she had been a member of the Hampton Community Players. Our condolences to her family, husband William Chandler of Hampton, her son Dean Sypher and his wife Kim, her daughter Kelley Sypher and Shannon Rogers, her brother Wayne Henri and his wife Lela of Hampton, her brother Dennis Henri and his wife Sandi, and her nephew Allen Henri and his wife Stacy. Donations in Laurian’s memory may be made to Hospice Care at Hartford Health at Home.

Miguel Reyes passed away on March 18, 2019 in the 68th year of his life after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on June 6, 1950 in Comerio, Puerto Rico, Miguel moved to Connecticut when he was a teenager, graduating from Platt High School in 1969. He bravely served his country during the Vietnam War, and retired from Northeast Utilities after over 37 years of service. A man who “knew the true meaning of unconditional love, friendship and loyalty,” Miguel will be missed by friends and family, his wife, Patricia Reyes, two brothers, Carmelo Reyes and Ariel Reyes, four sisters Maria Reyes, Luz Reyes, Olga Grieser, and Ana Rivera, as well as many nieces and nephews. Our condolences to all. Donations in Miguel’s name may be made to Hospice-Hartford Healthcare at Home.

William Tormey, Jr. passed away at his home on March 24, 2019 in the 87th year of his life. Born on September 26, 1931, in Willimantic, Mr. Tormey and his family lived in Hampton for many, many years. He was also familiar to many people in Hampton and environs as the butcher who worked in Stop & Shop. Mr. Tormey was predeceased by his son, Billy. Our condolences to his wife, Marilyn, and his daughter, Laurie.

Michael “Mike” Higgins passed away on April 10, 2019 in the 74th year of his life after a battle with cancer. His career in International Procurement with Pratt and Whitney allowed him to travel to amazing places and develop many friendships. Here in Hampton, this expertise initiated and helped to establish an important ordinance for the Board of Finance, of which he was an elected member. Mike also served as a Selectman and coached Little League here for several years. His retirement afforded him more time to read, for his model train hobby, and with his family. Our condolences to his wife of 55 years, Sam, his son Todd, his daughter Ciaran and husband Chip, and his granddaughter, Madalin. Donations in Mike’s memory may be made to the American Lung Association.