Category: Obituaries

Thomas J. Piotrowski, a Man’s Man, a Man of Many, and a Child of God. Blessed by his arrival on May 26, 1956; departed this earth to join the Angels on June 21, 2020. Tom was called home by the passing of a heart attack with his Lady and his wolf dog by his side. A determined teenager said, “I want to be a Cowboy,” so he left Boston and headed West. Tom’s Western venture landed him in California. Along the way, he worked in various jobs as he was crossing America, including working in dairies. Once in California, he…

Roger Leo Lortie passed away peacefully on June 28, 2020. Roger was born on June 24, 1941 in Montogomery Center, VT. A Veteran of the U.S. Army. He is a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and brother. He is survived by his wife Shirley (Campione) Lortie; sisters Jean, Toni, Alice, Celile, Irene (Morris Cramer – brother-in-law), Jeanine, Denise; brothers Leo, Marcel, Norman, Dennis; sister-in-law Suzanne; cousin Rose. He leaves behind a lot of nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank everyone including the KRMC and Hospice who helped during his difficult time. In lieu of flowers, donations may…