2021 TriCircle, Inc. Memorial Scholarship
TriCircle, Inc. seeks to identify people who reside in Connecticut and have demonstrated a commitment to further their collegiate studies or technical/trade studies. We recognize that the epidemic of substance use disorder exists here in our state, and, tragically, thousands of wonderful people have died due to the disease of addiction. We have come together to continue this scholarship opportunity originally created in honor of Michael F. Gagnon II.
Thank you to all applicants. Winners will be notified August 20th 2021.
In Memory Of...
Michael F. Gagnon II
Michael F Gagnon II lost his life from fentanyl poisoning at the age of 22. Michael always was a gentle kind soul even when life for him was hard. He had a great sense of humor and loved all genres of music. He was a friend to all, and he would be so proud to […]Learn More
Christopher Yelmini
Christopher Yelmini passed away at 24 in 2011 after battling the disease of addiction for several years. He planned a career as an electrician. Life got in the way, and destiny had other plans for Christopher. It is important that his dreams may live on and be fulfilled by those who know the impact that […]Learn More
Kyle M. Fitzgerald
Kyle M. Fitzgerald was 25 years old when he lost his battle to SUD, on 3/22/2013. Kyle loved life and was following his dream of being a Seafarer in the Merchant Marine Academy in Piney Point Maryland. His passions also included writing and making beats for fun. Kyle was a fun-loving young adult who loved […]Learn More
Matthew K. Fitzgerald
Matthew K. Fitzgerald was 32 years old when his life abruptly ended on 9/4/2017. Matthew struggled with mental health and addiction and lost his battle with SUD. Matthew was following his passion of being a plumber and was working on his journeyman license in the trades. He loved his daughter deeply and tried his best […]Learn More
Luke Hopkins Bialobrzeski
Luke Hopkins Bialobrzeski 2/25/1987 – 9/5/2015 Luke loved life, his family and friends. His personality was larger than life and his faith deep and sincere. He was a skilled carpenter and craftsman who gave freely of his time and talents to his family. From early childhood, Luke excelled academically. While attending UConn, he majored in […]Learn More
Preston Wagner
Preston Wagner 9/23/00-12/19/18 described by friends as someone who always wanted everyone to be kind to each other. Taught himself the guitar and played Pink Floyd. Loved his family and was working to become an EMT because he liked helping people.Learn More
Richard Mavricz
Richard Mavricz (2/25/1976-7/30/2007) collected classical books, loved Einstein and the Grateful Dead. Brilliant mind and beautiful soul. He loved his job as a landscape artist. Was kind to everyone. Missed every day by his family and friends.Learn More