Barbara Varriale

Barbara Varriale, 86, a longtime resident of Cromwell and a native of the area, passed away peacefully at home on March 4, 2026 after a long illness.

Born and raised in a hardworking Italian American household, Barbara was the daughter of Lena and C. George Varriale, formerly of Berlin. Pragmatic, caring, and deeply devoted to her family, she spent much of her adult life as a valued employee of Rowland Products in Berlin.

She is survived by her brother, Jim Varriale; her nephews, Tom Witkewicz, David Witkewicz, and Max Varriale; her great-niece and great-nephew, Rachael and Adam Witkewicz; and several cousins. She was predeceased by her beloved sister, Rosemarie Witkewicz, a Bristol teacher.

Known for her kind spirit, her laughter, and her wisdom, Barbara will be dearly missed by family and friends near and far.  In keeping with Barbara’s wishes, services and interment were private. Her ashes will rest beside her parents at St. Mary’s Cemetery in New Britain.

Berlin Memorial Funeral Home, 96 Main St., Kensington is entrusted with Barbara’s arrangements. www.BerlinMemorialFuneralHome.com In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation 223 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 350 Chicago, IL 60606.

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