John J. Ferry & Sons Funeral Home

08/25/2026

From a presidential memorial certificate to military funeral honors, veterans and their families are entitled to benefits many don't know about. Our free guide walks you through what's available and how to access it. Download our veterans benefits guide here: https://www1.jferryfh.com/veterans-benefits-guide

08/24/2026

MaryAlice DeSandre Testroet was born on August 16, 1957, to Alice and Marino DeSandre. For almost all her life, she lived within a few square blocks of Meriden, CT. She knew her neighbors and was deeply invested in her community, volunteering liberally and maintaining a network of beloved friends fr...

View MaryAlice Testroet's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

08/21/2026

Mary Elaine (Champagne) Murphy passed away peacefully on Friday, August 21, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Brockton and raised in Avon, Massachusetts, Elaine was the daughter of the late Roland and Helen Champagne. She met her husband Edward F. Murphy as a high school freshman. ...

View Elaine Murphy's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

08/21/2026

On National Senior Citizens Day, we celebrate the wisdom, resilience, and generosity of the older adults who enrich our families and communities. Their stories connect us to the past and guide us toward the future. Today, we honor everything they have given and continue to give.

08/19/2026

Your plan can reflect you. From favorite music and meaningful photos to special people and personal preferences, preplanning lets you shape a service that truly tells your story. Learn more about preplanning here: https://www.jferryfh.com/preplan/why-plan-ahead

08/17/2026

The kindness and care our family received brought comfort when we needed it most. Every detail honored our mom in a meaningful way, and we are deeply grateful for the support throughout. Learn how we serve families on our website: https://www.jferryfh.com/services/service-options

08/15/2026

Every veteran has a story of courage and sacrifice. We are committed to honoring those stories with dignity and respect. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.jferryfh.com/services/honoring-veterans

08/13/2026

James J. Weber Jr., 70, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026, after a lengthy illness. Born in Meriden on March 24, 1954, he was the son of the late James T. Weber Sr. and Lillian H. Weber.

James was a lifelong resident of Meriden. He graduated from Maloney High School and was later empl...

View James J. Weber, Jr.'s obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

08/12/2026

Photos tell stories, and letting them be remembered is a beautiful way to celebrate a life. From slideshows to photo boards, featuring pictures from every season of life adds meaning to any tribute. Learn more about our personalization options here: https://www.jferryfh.com/services/personalization-and-products

08/11/2026

Eleanor Joyce Hodgkin, 86, wife of the late Ernest R. Hodgkin, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 10, 2026, in her home surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Meriden, CT, on March 17, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Sophie (Boganski) Kaloski. She was a lifelong re...

View Eleanor K. Hodgkin's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.