Obituaries

Jul 12, 2021

Nicolas Merida, age 68, of Bridgeport has passed away into eternal rest on July 12, 2021 in St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport, CT; Nicholas was born in Guatemala but had relocated to the United States over 20 years ago where he has resided since. Nicolas is the beloved husband of Aura Merida of Bridgeport; He is the son of the...

Jul 11, 2021

Cherrie Rose Thomas, age 75, of Stratford, has entered the peaceful rest of the Almighty on July 11, 2021 in ST. Vincent's Medical Center. Cherrie was born in Jamaica but had relocated to the United States since 1998 and has resided here since. She is the daughter of the late Esau Haughton and the late Millicent Malcolm. Cherrie was the...

Jul 11, 2021

Ana E. Albino, 89, returned to the loving arms of the Lord, on July 11, 2021, at St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport, CT. She was born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico to the late Sergio Albino and the late Ester Gerera. She is the widow of the late Luis Simeone Crespo. Ana was a dedicated homemaker whose priority was the care...

Jul 10, 2021

Kevan Isaac Bonilla, 20, tragically returned to the loving arms of the Lord on July 10, 2021, in New Haven, CT. He was born to Oscar Bonilla and Ana Torres in Yonkers, New York. He relocated with his family to the Bridgeport area where has resided since. Kevan was a prized boxer who trained intensely at Ortiz Boxing in Bridgeport,...

Jul 10, 2021

Myra Angulo went home to heaven on July 10, 2021. Myra was born to Jose Sanchez and Rafaela Rodriguez on February 13, 1965 in New York City. She is survived by her other half and husband of 36 years Eliam Angulo. Together with love they raised their 4 children Eliam Angulo Jr, Myra Eleni Flores, Rebekah Elisa Santana, and Justin...

Jul 7, 2021

Carmella Tope, age 70, of Bridgeport returned to the loving arms of the Lord on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, at Hartford Hospital. She was born in Bridgeport, the daughter of the late John Tope and Martha Giniocola. She was known for her arts and crafts projects and her "shopaholic" tendencies. Though she was not practicing, she was very religious and...

Jul 6, 2021

Julio Calvao, 77, of Ansonia, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at Yale New Haven Hospital. He was born to the late Virginia Martins-Dias on May 15, 1944, in Chaves, Portugal. Julio proudly served in the Portuguese Armed Forces, married his beloved wife, Maria Filomena Calvao on October 3, 1970, and moved to...

Jul 5, 2021

Jorge Roberto Lara, age 29 of Bridgeport, entered into eternal rest suddenly on Monday, July 5, 2021, in his home. He was born in Bridgeport and attended Bridgeport Public Schools, graduating from Harding High School. He is the son of Julio C. Lara whom he considered his best friend and Lillian Pagan whom he wouldn't stop smothering with kisses and...

Jun 30, 2021

Ernesto Segui, Sr., 78, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on June 30, 2021, in the comfort of his home surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in Moca, Puerto Rico to the late Alfonso Segui and Felipa Caban Segui. He is the devoted husband of Olga Valentin Segui. Ernesto was a dedicated machine operator...

Jun 28, 2021

Jony Alberto Gomez, also known as John Albert Jones or "Maestro John Kwondo," age 57 of Bridgeport, Connecticut, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on Monday, June 28, 2021, at St. Vincent's Medical Center. He is the beloved spouse of Alexandra Gomez. Jony was born in the Dominican Republic, son of Lidia Suazo and the late Hermenegildo Antonio...

Jun 28, 2021

Luz Elenia Valentin, age 57 of Bridgeport, CT returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on June 28, 2021 at Bridgeport Hospital. She was born in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico; daughter of the late Ramon Valentin Rosa and Isidra Feneque Bonilla. Luz enjoyed music, especially bachata, merengue and reggaeton! More than anything, she loved spending time with her family. Luz...

Jun 27, 2021

Jimmie E. Hines, age 73, was born on March 4, 1948 to the late Ruth Newton. He spent his early childhood years in Patterson, New York. He later moved to North Carolina where he attended HB Suggs High School in Farmville, North Carolina. Jimmy finally came to Connecticut where he reunited with his childhood friend and life partner the late...

Jun 26, 2021

Gilberto Seda, age 83, of Bridgeport has entered the peaceful rest of the Lord on June 26, 2021 in the Mayaguez Medical Center Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. He is the son of the late Monserrate Seda and Juana Colon. He relocated to the United States sometime ago and has resided in the Bridgeport area where he met his beloved wife Petra...

Jun 25, 2021

Felix Antonio Rodriguez Cabrera, age 78 of Ecuador, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Friday, June 26, 2021 at the Connecticut Hospice in Branford, CT. He is the loving Husband of Rosa Carmelina Suarez. Felix was born in Ecuador, son of the late Julio Rodriguez and Maria Cabrera. He will be remembered as a loving and kind...

Jun 22, 2021

Jun 20, 2021

Minerva Melendez, age 77, of Bridgeport, returned to the loving Arms of the Lord on Sunday, June 20, 2021 at Bridgeport Hospital. She was born in Utuado, Puerto Rico prior to relocating to the Bridgeport area. Minerva is survived by her children, Tomas Camacho, Israel (Yolanda) Camacho, Amada Camacho, Juaquin (Marisol) Camacho, Rosalina Camacho and Edith Camacho; 22 grandchildren and...

Jun 18, 2021

Carmen Gloria Ramos, 67, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on June 18, 2021 in her home. She was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico to the late Bienvenido Ramos and the late Monserrate Serbia. She relocated to the United States many years ago and has resided here since. Carmen had a very calming presence. She was a talented...

Jun 18, 2021

Maria Flores-Ortiz, 65, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on June 18, 2021 at Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT. She was born in San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico to the late Leonicio Flores and Maria E. Morales. She is the beloved wife of Rafael Ortiz. Maria was a very loving and nurturing person. Because of her innate...

Jun 18, 2021

Jun 14, 2021

José A Márquez, 78, of Stratford, Connecticut, passed away June 14, 2021, in his home surrounded by his family. José was born in Cayey, Puerto Rico before relocating to the United States in the 1960’s as part of the second Great Migration. José was a man with a heart of gold,who was humble and generous.. Throughout his life, José focused...