Obituaries

Jun 14, 2021

Prophet Emile Joseph was many things, a father, leader, mentor, and a friend. He left this world leaving behind many fruits of his labor, teaching us the ways of God so that we can become better individuals and especially better Christians. The prophet made it his responsibility to understand who we are as people to better ourselves. Although he has...

Jun 13, 2021

On June 13, 2021, Cristina Jorge Torres got her wings and went to walk with the angels. She was 93 years old. Cristina was born on December 15, 1927 in Comerio, Puerto Rico to the late Jose Juan Jorge and the late Nicomedes Torres. In her younger years, Cristina got married and relocated to Norwalk, CT. She later moved to...

Jun 9, 2021

Bolivar Ortiz Henriquez, 71, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on June 9, 2021 in Maplewood, NJ. He was born to the late Silverio Ortiz and Isabel Henriquez in Penares, Santo Domingo. Prior to moving to the United States he worked as an electrician. Bolivar was a very happy and gentle person who was always willing to help...

Jun 7, 2021

Reinaldo(Rey) Fuentes, of Bridgeport passed away peacefully on Monday, June 7, 2021 surrounded by his family. He is survived by his beloved wife, Paula Fuentes of 65 years. Rey was born in Cidra, Puerto Rico on February 3, 1933. He came to the United States at the early age of sixteen and started working at Cornwall and Patterson, and then...

Jun 6, 2021

Antonio N. Gonzalez, age 85, of Shelton, Connecticut has passed away on June 6, 2021 in Griffin Hospital, Derby, CT. Antonio was born on January 10, 1936 in Quebradillas, Puerto Rico to the late Ramon Gonzalez and the Late Maria N. Gonzalez. Antonio had relocated to the United States mainland many years ago and has resided here since. Antonio was...

Jun 3, 2021

George Anthony Correa Jr., 41, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on June 3, 2021 in Seymour, CT. He was born in Fulda, Germany to George A. Correa Sr. and Catherine Mae Haray and affectionately known as "Champ." George was a practical joker with a magnetic personality and quick witted timing. He had a gift for spreading joy...

May 31, 2021

Modesto Orozco, age 78, of Milford, passed away on May 31, 2021, in Milford Hospital, Milford, CT. Modesto was born in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico to the late Pedro Orozco and the late Placida Delgado. At an early age, his family relocated to Bridgeport, CT where he resided for most of his life. He was a kind and humble man; always...

May 31, 2021

Arturo Lopez Ochoa, 42, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on June 2, 2021 at Hartford Hospital. He was born to Fabian Lopez and Maria Berta Ochoa in Mexico. He is the beloved husband of Lorena Cardenas. Arturo was a very charismatic person who enjoyed socializing. He was always the life of the party at gatherings. He was...

May 29, 2021

Enrique Loran, 90, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on May 30, 2021 at Bridgeport Hospital. He was born in Manati, Puerto Rico to the late Restituto Loran and Natividad Alicea. He is the loving husband of Carmen M. Rivera. He lived in Miami, Florida for many years, then relocated to the Bridgeport area. Calling hours will take...

May 24, 2021

Elizabeth Morais Skinner, 57, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on May 24, 2021 in her home. She was born in Brazil to Eugenino Rodrigues and Ana Dias Sousa. She is the wife of Craig Skinner. Elizabeth may have been small in stature but a very tenacious person. She worked most of her life as a housekeeper until...

May 24, 2021

May 19, 2021

Madre Maria Luisa Quiles, age 80, currently of Bridgeport, CT has passed away into the Glorious Peaceful rest of the Lord on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, in St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport, CT. Sister Maria Luisa as many Graciously knew her, was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico to the late Santiago Quiles Albino and the lat Basilia Castellan but relocated...

May 19, 2021

Michelle Marcia Moore, age 56, beloved daughter of Jervis E. Moore and Beryl I. Moore, passed away into the peaceful rest of the Lord on May 19, 2021, at the Yale New Haven Hospital, St. Raphael Campus, New Haven, CT. Michelle was born in Kingston, Jamaica and immigrated to the United States to pursue the American dream. She was a...

May 16, 2021

Rafael A. Quiles, 36, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on May 16, 2021 at St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport, CT. He was born to Ricardo Quiles and Zulma DeLeon. He was a lifelong Bridgeport resident who attended St. Peter's School and Central High School. Rafael was a dedicated employee at Stop and Shop in Fairfield for many...

May 15, 2021

David Gonzalez, age 56, beloved son of the late Victor Gonzalez and the late Gloria E. Santana passed away into the peaceful rest of the Lord on May 15, 2021 in St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport, CT. David was a lifelong Bridgeport resident and loved every part of this city throughout his life. He attended Bridgeport Public Schools and after...

May 14, 2021

Rufino Acevedo, 71, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on May 14, 2021 in the comfort of his home surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in Camuy, Puerto Rico to the late Rufino Acevedo and Enelida DeJesus. He is the beloved husband of Carmen M. Santiago Acevedo. Rufino was a dedicated employee of US...

May 11, 2021

Jorge L. Ramirez Ayala, 59, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on May 11, 2021 in his home. He was born in Sabana Grande, Puerto Rico to Angel Ramirez and Margarita Ayala. He moved to Bridgeport, CT when he was 7 years old. Jorge leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving son Anthony L. Ramirez and step...

May 10, 2021

Gabriel “Papo” Figueroa Sr., age 77, of Bridgeport, beloved husband of Carmen A. Figueroa of over 50+ years, passed away into the glorious presence of the Lord on May 10, 2021 at Bridgeport Hospital, in Bridgeport, CT. Gabriel was born in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico to the late Teofilo Figueroa and the late Quintina Carillo, but had relocated to the Bridgeport...

May 8, 2021

Maria Santiago, 90, born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, entered eternal rest Saturday May 8, 2021, at her home in Stratford,Connecticut, surrounded by her family and lifelong friends. Maria was a retiree of Remington, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, where she was employed for more than 30 years, and where she made many friends she called her Remington family. Maria was known for...

May 5, 2021

Maria V. Hernandez, age 56, beloved wife of Geraldo Torres, has passed away into the peaceful rest of the Lord on May, 6, 2021 in Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport, CT; A lifelong Bridgeport resident Maria is the daughter of Nelida Hernandez; Maria was a woman full of life, who loved more than anything, spending quality time with her family, children and...