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As we start our 26th year I would like to that all those (see below)

for the generous support over the last years.

Without you this would not have been possible.

Thank You

26 Years
Serving the Alumni of NBHS Class of 1960 since 1999

The alumni of New Britain Senior High (NBHS) of New Britain Connecticut, USA.

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65 Year Class Reunion

Sunday 28 September 2025

FROM 1 to 5 PM

Southington Country Club 150 Savage St, Southington

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https://backnine-tavern.com/private-parties/

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65 Reunion Flyer and Reservation Form

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Picture of 60th +2 Class Reunion and 80th Birthday Party! click here

75 th Birthday party PICTURES! CLICK ON HERE

Pictures from the 55th Reunion

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Click on me for list of missing class mates!

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NEW BRITAIN in the 50's on FaceBook

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1960 Time Line

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DEPARTED

Click on link below to find thoughs on the Vietnam Wall from our High School

http://www.virtualwall.org/iStates.htm

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Obituary Section

We lost 13 Class mates in 2014

We lost 14 Class mates in 2015

We lost 7 Class mates in 2016

We lost 11 Class mates in 2017

We lost 5 Class Mates in 2018

Francis "Frank" Anthony DiPinto, 76 , 18 August 2018

years old when he passed away in his South Yarmouth home, surrounded by the love of his family, after a brief and valiant battle with cancer. He worked for Stop and Shop for 45 years. He started his career in Connecticut as a clerk in the produce department and worked his way up to store manager and produce specialist. He accepted the role of assistant store manager when he moved to the Cape in 1987. He was well known for a friendly "how you doin'" and snagging his coworkers for a cup of coffee. Frank was married to the lovely Carolyn Andruszkiewicz for 57 years and they had four amazing children. Over the years, he enjoyed a wide range of hobbies. Frank loved to camp, starting with a humble pop-up, moving onto a 28ft trailer and eventually a snazzy mobile home that he and Carolyn would enjoy after his retirement. His attention to detail made for great skills in woodworking, remodeling his homes and maintenance of the most impeccable yard in his neighborhood. If that wasn't enough, Frank whirled his magic when he refurbished old cars. He liked to show off his hard work at local car shows as a member of Cape Cod Classic Car Club.

We Lost 11 Class Mates in 2019

We lost 11 Class Mates in 2020

Patricia Ann Seffer, 78, 30 December 2020

We lost 22 Class Mates in 2021

Jean A. (Brayne) Vetre, 79, 25 December 2021

of Ashuelot, passed away on passed peacefully and quietly en route to the hospital after a brief period of declining health

Patricia "Pat"(Bak) Paciotti , 79, 31 December 2021

passed away peacefully on Friday, December 31st, 2021 at the McLeod Hospice House in Florence, South Carolina. She was born December 1st, 1942 in New Britain, Connecticut to Theodore "Ted" and Mary (Floridia) Bak. She was a 1960 graduate of New Britain High School and later went on to earn an Associates Degree in Criminal Justice from Tunxis Community .

We lost 16 Class Mates in 2022

We lost 9 Class Mates in 2023

We lost 13 Class Mates in 2024

Elaine M. LeBrun, 80, 1 January 2024

James F. Kupec, 81, 8 April 2024

of Newington, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 8, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Sheila (Davey) Kupec for 60 years. Born and raised in New Britain, son of the late Frank and Martha (Stowe) Kupec, he graduated from New Britain High School and served in the U.S. Army Reserves. James and Sheila settled in Newington 59 years ago and raised their family. James was a parishioner of the Church of the Holy Spirit in Newington and was a member of the Elks Club. Prior to his retirement, James was a Firefighter for the City of Hartford. He was also a talented carpenter, doing woodwork for the open classroom at John Patterson School. He also received a 10 year pin from the Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center. James was an avid cribbage player and Boston Red Sox fan. He will be remembered as being helpful to everyone, kind and easy going. Along with his wife, he leaves his three children, Michael Kupec of Unionville, Suzanne Rickard and her husband Talbot of Acton, ME, and Jennifer Tule and her husband James of Littleton, MA, and four granddaughters, Abigail and Meredith Rickard and Evelyn and Maeve Tule. He also leaves his brother Nicholas Kupec of New Britain, nieces and nephews, and a few close friends. He was predeceased by his siblings, Patricia Kupec and Marcia Peron. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Monday, April 15th from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Duksa Family Funeral Home at Newington Memorial, 20 Bonair Ave., Newington, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of the Holy Spirit, Newington. He will be laid to rest in St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain. To share a memory or condolence, please visit us at www.duksa.net.

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Eileen Mary Grip - Centurelli, 82, 4 January 2025

Carol Ann (Ciarcia) Schreiber, 82, 17 Januaru 2025

Nanci Joan (Metzler) Budnick, 82, 23 January 2025

Barbara Jane “Beej” Zimnewicz Barrera, 82, 14 February 2025

Geraldine (Gerri) Ann Lipman King , 82, 16 February 2025

Joyce (Giaquinta) Mancarella, 82, 2 March 2025

Joseph S. Tabellione, 82, 31 March 2025

David “Dave” Wierbicki, 83, 14 June 2025

of West Hartford, CT and Naples, FL, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on June 14, 2025, after fighting a courageous battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP). Born on March 16, 1942, in New Britain, CT, Dave was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and proud veteran. He was a graduate of New Britain High School Class of 1960, that same year Dave met the love of his life, Joanne Coco, to whom he would marry three years later. Following graduation, he honorably served in the United States Air Force and was recognized for his service on March 18, 2025—a moment that brought him and his family great pride. Dave went on to receive a Bachelor of Science from CCSU, all while working full-time and having a wife and two children—a feat that took eight years. A hardworking man throughout his life, Dave worked at Aetna before becoming a successful small business owner as an insurance broker. Dave was the father of three girls and was a trailblazer as a “girl dad” before becoming “Papa” to five grandsons and one granddaughter. He instilled in his girls the importance of being able to take care of yourself, the love of family and the importance of loyalty. Dave was proud to call Connecticut home, having raised his family for almost 50 years in Burlington, CT, before moving to West Hartford, CT. He loved relaxing in the sun and spent many memorable summers with family and friends at Point O' Woods Beach in Old Lyme, CT. Dave’s time at the beach consisted of getting to the beach as early as possible, reading a good book, playing cribbage, having a catch in the water and staying through the early evening hours which he called, “the best time of the day.” Winters were spent in Naples, FL where both he and Joni were blessed to share this time with many old and new friends. A lifelong sports fan, Dave cheered passionately for the NY Yankees and NY Giants. He shared his love of the game with his children and grandchildren, taking many of them to their first game at Yankee Stadium and joyfully teasing his Boston-based family when his teams came out on top. Dave is preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Elizabeth (Wasik) Wierbicki, and his in-laws, Joseph and Virginia Coco. He is survived by his beloved wife of over 62 years, Joanne “Joni” Wierbicki; his daughters Jill (Ken) Abrahams, Kelly Lyn Wierbicki and Amy (Josh) Shaffer, his cherished grandchildren Harry (Elyse) and Sam Abrahams, David Frenette (Kelly), and Kate, Aidan and Luke Shaffer, and was blessed with two, great-grandchildren Gideon Abrahams and Eli David Frenette. Dave will be remembered for his strength, his sense of humor, his steady presence, and the deep love he had for his family. His legacy endures in the stories shared, the traditions preserved, and the values he passed down through generations.Friends may call at The Ahen Funeral Home, 111 Main St., Rt. 4, Unionville, on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 9:30-10:30am. Funeral procession from The Ahern Funeral Home will be at 10:30am followed by the Funeral Liturgy in Our Lady of Knock Parish (Church of St. Mary Star of the Sea), 145 Main St., Unionville at 11:00am. A private burial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Dave’s name can be made to the CurePSP Foundation (https://www.psp.org), 325 Hudson St., Floor 4, New York, NY 10013.

Peter P. Kelly 83 . 27 June 2025

Peter Kelly, of Amelia Island, Florida, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on May 21, 1942, in New Britain, Connecticut, Peter led a life defined by quiet devotion—to his family, community, work, and faith. He graduated from New Britain High School, earned his bachelor’s degree from Georgetown University, followed by a master’s degree at the University of Connecticut. Peter married his high school sweetheart, Joyce, and together they raised three children. A longtime resident of Wilton, Connecticut, Peter spent 36 years working in finance, including many years as a Senior Executive at MBIA, Inc. His faith in God guided him throughout his life, not just in belief but in daily action—always leading with kindness and humility. Whether on the golf course, outside of church, or simply passing by, Peter greeted neighbors and friends with an easy Irish smile, ready with a story, a wry observation, or a thoughtful word. He had the rare gift of putting others at ease. He also, by his own admission, wished his golf game had been better.?? He was predeceased by his parents, Peter and Helen Kelly. He is survived by his beloved wife, Joyce; his brother, Brian; his children, Mark (Janine) Kelly, Kevin (Brooke) Kelly, and Kristin (Joe) Lombardi; as well as his six grandchildren—Justin, Matthew, Emma, Marrisa, Summer, and Emily—who brought him immeasurable pride and joy. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Fernandina Beach beginning at 11:00 AM. He was laid to rest immediately in a private family burial at Bosque Bello Cemetery. Reception was at the Parish Hall. Rather than flowers, donations may be made to the Barnabas Center of Nassau County or to Catholic Charities, in honor of Peter’s lifelong commitment to service and faith.

Rudolf "Rudy" Baran, 83, 11 July 2025

of Wethersfield, husband to the love of his life, Mary Lou (Miele) Baran, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2025 with his family by his side. He was born on February 11, 1942 in Cologne, Germany to the late Bogdan and Margaret (Rothkamp) Baran. Rudy immigrated to the U.S. in 1954 and graduated from New Britain High School in 1960. He was a proud U.S. Air Force Veteran who honorably served in Vietnam. Rudy had an incredible work ethic. He was a private pilot, owned two Texaco gas stations and retired from AH Harris. He loved maintaining his yard and going to the casinos. He was an avid Red Sox and NY Giants fan. Above all, what Rudy loved the most was spending time with his family, especially his beloved Mary Lou. Aside from his wife, Rudy will also be missed by his children, Jason Baran and his wife Robin of Marlborough, Stacy Baran of Wethersfield, and his granddaughters, Taylor, Jayna and Grace Baran. He also leaves a brother, Leo Rothkamp of Germany, his sister-in-law and brother-in-law Patricia and Jerry Knislis, and brother-in-law Paul Miele, as well as many close friends, nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family in the United States and Germany. He is pre-deceased by his sister-in-law and brother-in-law Angela and Subby Gattinella, Calling hours will be held on Thursday, July 17, 2025 from 10:00 am to 12 noon at the Farley-Sullivan Funeral Home, 34 Beaver Road, Wethersfield. A Memorial Service honoring Rudy will follow in the funeral home at 12 noon. Burial to follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery, 453 Fairfield Avenue, Hartford. To read the full obituary, or to share a memory with the family, please visit FarleySullivan.com. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Rudolf, please visit our floral store.

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