Obituaries

Juan Tepale Arroyo

Juan Tepale Arroyo

Aug 15, 2021

Juan Tepale Arroyo, 45, unexpectedly returned to the loving arms of the Lord on Sunday, August 15, 2021 in New Britain, CT. He was born to Silvestre Tepale Cuautle and Claudia Arroyo Hernandez in Puebla, Mexico. He recently moved to the United States. Juan leaves behind to cherish his memories his loving children; Monica, Diego, Elias, Kimberley, Jennifer, Rogelio, Jesus...

Ernesto Santaella Masas

Ernesto Santaella Masas

Aug 12, 2021

Ernesto Santaella Masas, age 75, of New Haven, Connecticut, passed away August 12, 2021, in Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT. Ernesto was born in Fajardo, Puerto Rico to the late Ernesto Santaella and the late Gloria Masas. He is the husband of Maria T. Santaella whom he married over 53 years ago. Ernesto was employed by the City...

Timothy A. Thornton

Timothy A. Thornton

Aug 11, 2021

Timothy (Timmy) Adam Thornton, age 54, of Naugatuck, unexpectedly passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital on Wednesday, August 11, 2021. He was the loving husband and best friend of Zoraida Pacheco Thornton for 18 years. He was born in Bridgeport, CT on May 11, 1967 and subsequently a long-time resident of Stratford, CT before moving to Naugatuck. A graduate of...

Thomas Duran Hernandez

Thomas Duran Hernandez

Aug 11, 2021

Thomas Duran Hernandez, 40, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on August 13, 2021 in Derby, CT. He was born to Fransico Duran and Tomasina Hernandez in Miami, Florida. Thomas was lovingly referred to by "Troy" and "Tomaso". He was a joyful family man. He was a hard worker who assured his family was provided for. His generosity...

Rosa Gomez

Rosa Gomez

Aug 10, 2021

Rosa Gomez, age 99 of Bridgeport, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at Maefair Health Care Center, Trumbull. She was born in Caguas, Puerto Rico; the daughter of the late Pablo Gomez and Riscalda Baez prior to relocating to the Connecticut area.

Rosa is the loving mother of Victor M. Feliz (Miriam Irizarry); the...

Adalberto Rodriguez-Torres

Adalberto Rodriguez-Torres

Aug 9, 2021

Adalberto Rodriguez-Torres, age 55 of Bridgeport, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Monday, August 9, 2021 at Bridgeport Hospital. He is the beloved husband of Wendy Torres. Adalberto was born in Aibonito, Puerto Rico; son of Jose A. Rodriguez and Virgenmina Torres-Vasquez. He was a talented autobody technician, who loved everything about cars; from fixing them to...

Raffie Twigg

Raffie Twigg

Aug 8, 2021

Raffie Twigg, age 81, lifelong resident of Bridgeport, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Sunday, August 8, 2021 at Northbridge Health Care Center. She was born in Bridgeport; daughter of the late Almore LaLiberte and Jennie Martone. She loved spending her time playing BINGO and always cherished time with her family; requesting they always be together. She...

Jose Antonio Vasquez

Jose Antonio Vasquez

Aug 3, 2021

Jose Antonio Vasquez, age 52 of Bridgeport, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at Yale New Haven Hospital, Bridgeport. He was born in Manhattan; son of Iraida Rivera. Jose was a hard and responsible worker who had a true passion for music. He was charismatic; his happiness and goodness seeping into every aspect...

Gustavo Perez

Gustavo Perez

Aug 2, 2021

Gustavo "Gus" Perez, age 57, gained his Angel Wings on August 2, 2021 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Virginia. Gus was born July 28, 1964 to Carmen N Perez and the late Francisco Perez, Sr. Gus was born and raised in Bridgeport, CT prior to relocating to Bedford, VA three years ago to be with his children: Gustavo Perez,...

Maireny Severino

Maireny Severino

Jul 31, 2021

Maireny Severino, age 51 of Bridgeport, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Saturday July 31, 2021 at Bridgeport Hospital. She is the beloved wife of Diomedes Severino. Maireny was born in the Dominican Republic; daughter of Rafael Fernandez and Maria Rodriguez. Maireny was a very friendly person and always liked talking on the phone and in person...

Nylkia Hernandez

Nylkia Hernandez

Jul 22, 2021

Nylkia Hernandez, age 41 of Bridgeport, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Tuesday, July 20, 2021. She was born in Bridgeport; daughter of Isaac and Brumilda Cruz. Nylkia was adventurous to her core; she was a true thrill seeker and enjoyed every minute of it. She was a huge fan of Steve Harvey, MMA, UFC, cage fighting...

Iris Yolanda Reyes

Iris Yolanda Reyes

Jul 21, 2021

Iris Yolanda Reyes, age 55 of Bridgeport returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Wed. July 21, 2021. She is the beloved wife of Jose Reyes. Yolanda was born in Lares, Puerto Rico, daughter of the late Isidro Reyes and Carmen Caban. Iris loved a good party and enjoyed dancing; especially to her absolute favorite, bachata. She will...

Judith Castro

Judith Castro

Jul 21, 2021

After a long and courageous battle Judith Castro, 68, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on July 21, 2021 in her home. She was born to the late Luis Felipe Soler and and the late Antonia Quiñones de Soler in Camuy, Puerto Rico. Mrs. Castro was a dedicated educator for over 20 years and not only just an...

Elizabeth Negron

Elizabeth Negron

Jul 21, 2021

Elizabeth "Lisi" Negron, age 51, returned to her heavenly home on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at her Shelton residence. She was born in Bridgeport; daughter of Victor Negron and Margarita Garcia. Elizabeth was often found shopping, getting her nails done and spending time with her sister. She was very particular about her love of scented candles; always having room to...

Lydia Esther Rodriguez

Lydia Esther Rodriguez

Jul 20, 2021

Lydia E. Rodriguez, age 80 of Bridgeport, entered into Eternal Rest on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport. She was born in Coamo, Puerto Rico to the late Jesus Rodriguez and Maria Engracia Rodriguez prior to relocating to the Bridgeport area many years ago. Lydia will be remembered as a feisty woman who truly enjoyed playing...

Nylkia Hernandez

Nylkia Hernandez

Jul 20, 2021

Nylkia Hernandez, age 41 of Bridgeport, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Tuesday, July 20, 2021. She was born in Bridgeport; daughter of Isaac and Brumilda Cruz. Nylkia was adventurous to her core; she was a true thrill seeker and enjoyed every minute of it. She was a huge fan of Steve Harvey, MMA, UFC, cage fighting...

Ernesta Garcia

Ernesta Garcia

Jul 19, 2021

Ernesta "Nestito", “Beta" Garcia, age 110, of Bridgeport, has entered the peaceful rest into the Arms of the Almighty God on July 19, 2021, in her home while surrounded by her family. Ernesta was a precious gem, born in Aguas Buenas, Puerto Rico to the late Juan Garcia and the late Eleuteria Hernandez and she was the third born of...

Elvin Rivera

Elvin Rivera

Jul 15, 2021

After a long and courageous battle, Elvin Rivera 51, returned to the loving arms of the Lord at the Connecticut Hospice Center in Branford, CT. He was born in Brooklyn, New York to Teodoro "Junior" Rivera and Guillermina "Yiyi" Orta. He was the devoted husband of Gloria Ivette Rivera. He was raised in New York, Puerto Rico and Connecticut. Upon...

Jose M. Martinez

Jose M. Martinez

Jul 15, 2021

Jose M. Martinez Sr., age 69, currently of West Haven, CT, passed away at Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT. Jose was born in San German, Puerto Rico to the late Felipe Martinez and the late Mariana Valentin. He is the beloved husband of Maria Martinez. Besides his beloved wife, Jose leaves to cherish his memory: his sons, Jose...

Juana M. Alvarez

Juana M. Alvarez

Jul 15, 2021

Juana Alvarez, age 85, has entered into the presence of the Lord on July 15, 2021 in her home while surrounded by her family. Juana was born in Toa Baja, Puerto Rico but had relocated to the Unites States Mainland many years ago. She is the daughter of the late Alfonso Marrero and the late Anselma Gonzalez; the beloved wife...

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