Obituaries
Rafael Diaz
Mar 23, 2023
Rafael Diaz, 96, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on March 23, 2023. He was born in Naranjito, Puerto Rico to the late Jose R. Diaz and Manuela Rivera. Rafael proudly served in the US Army during WWII and after his military service, he raised his family of seven children in Bridgeport. He worked as an Inspector at Jenkins...
Oswaldo Tejeda Gamarra
Mar 22, 2023
Oswaldo Tejeda-Gamarra, 73, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on March 22, 2023, at St. Raphael's Yale New Haven, New Haven, CT. He was born in Lima, Peru to the late Celestino Tejeda and the late Teresa Gamarra. He is the beloved husband of Lydia Morales Gonzalez.
Oswaldo was a sailor for many years in the petroleum industry...
Lillian Carrillo
Mar 17, 2023
Lillian Carrillo, age 63, of Bridgeport, CT passed away on March 17, 2023. Born in Santurce, PR she was the youngest daughter of the late Adrian Carrillo and Nilsa Irizarry Torres. She was a graduate of Harding High School and worked at Key Book Services for many years in Bridgeport. Lillian was an avid lover of nature. She enjoyed going to...
Santos Cruzado
Mar 16, 2023
Santos Cruzado, Jr., age 78, of Bridgeport has passed away from this earth into peaceful rest on March 16, 2023, in Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport, CT. Santos was born in Manati, Puerto Rico to the late Santos Cruzado, Sr., and the late Inocensia Robles. Santos is the husband of Dorothy Cruzado who did not skip a beat as she cared for...
Marie Therese Roche
Mar 12, 2023
Marie Therese Roche, 87, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on March 12, 2023, at St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport, CT. She was born in Haiti to the late Joseph Fourtane Roche and Pauline Mayas.
Marie was a very friendly person whose kind nature endeared her to many. She enjoyed attending social activities and spending time with...
Fredy E. Mejia Morales
Mar 10, 2023
Fredy E. Mejia Morales, 41, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on March 10, 2023, at Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT. He was born in Guatemala to the late Nacianceno Mejia and Gregoria Morales.
Fredy was a grand person. He was a dedicated laborer in the construction industry who worked long hours, he also...
Victor I. Rivera
Mar 10, 2023
Victor I. Rivera, 53, returned to the loving arms of the Lord at St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport, CT. He was born in Bridgeport, CT to the late Jose A. Rivera and the late Gloria Barrios.
Victor was a dedicated laborer in the construction industry as a roofer. He was a huge fan of Elvis Presley and was often heard...
Noah Rodriguez
Mar 10, 2023
Noah Rodriguez, 4, returned to the loving arms of the Lord at Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT after suffering injuries from a tragic car accident. He was born in Bridgeport, CT to Ashley Aquino and Omar Rodriguez.
Noah preferred to be called "Supersonic Noah" in honor of his favorite series Sonic the Hedgehog, Knuckles being his favorite...
Felix Velazquez Jr.
Mar 5, 2023
Felix Velazquez Jr., 73, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on March 5, 2023, in his Bridgeport residence. He was born in New York, NY to the late Felix Velazquez Sr. and the late Felicita Rivera Orta Velazquez. He is the beloved husband of Nancy A. Walski Velazquez for the past 52 years.
Felix was a dedicated...
Claribel Diaz
Mar 4, 2023
Claribel "Buba" Diaz, 30, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on March 4, 2023, in Jacksonville, FL. She was born in Bridgeport, CT to Ivelisse Berrios.
Claribel was a warm and friendly person. These attributes endeared her to children who always flocked to her. She was actively involved in the lives of her nephews and nieces.
Claribel...
Awilda Torres
Mar 3, 2023
Awilda Torres, 68, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on March 3, 2023, in her Bridgeport residence. She was born in Bridgeport, CT to Enrique Morales and Maria Saez. She is the beloved widow of the late Jose Torres.
Awilda was a dedicated billing administrator for a number of years and was very detailed oriented. She was...
Maria Triviño
Feb 28, 2023
Maria Triviño, 98, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on February, 28, 2023, at Cassena Healthcare Center, Norwalk, CT. She was born in Mosquera, Colombia to the late Pedro I. Triviño and the late Maria D. Triviño.
Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 9:00 AM at Funeraria Luz de Paz, 426 East...
Joseph Martinez
Feb 26, 2023
Joseph Martinez, 33, returned to the loving arms of Jehovah at Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport, CT on February 26, 2023. He was born in Bridgeport, CT to Patricia Ileri and Jose I. Martinez. Joseph was a very quiet person. He enjoyed football, comedy skits and his Playstation.
Aside from his parents Joseph leaves behind to cherish his memory his precious...
Juan M. Gonzalez
Feb 25, 2023
Juan M. Gonzalez Velez, 35, tragically returned to the loving arms of the Lord on February 25, 2023, in Knoxville, TN. He was born in Utuado, Puerto Rico to William Gonzalez and the late Blanca Velez.
Juan was a very joyful person who was very determined. He was an avid sports enthusiast who routed for the Green Bay Packers...
Jessica E. Avila
Feb 25, 2023
Jessica E. Avila, 40, has earned her angel wings and is now in the Lord's presence on Saturday, February 25, 2023, in Bridgeport Hospital. She was born in Bridgeport, CT to Teresa Delvalle.
Jessica was a gentle soul who brought so much happiness to those around her. Her expressive eyes were always full of brightness and her warm smile...
Henry Crespo
Feb 24, 2023
Henry Crespo, 54, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on Friday, February 24, 2023, at Griffin Hospital, Derby, CT. He was born in Norwalk, CT to the late Rafael Crespo and Elina Guzman, Brothers Carl Crespo (Carmen), Raphael Crespo and many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews. He is the beloved husband of Tami Crespo.
Henry was...
Carmen D. Cruz
Feb 23, 2023
Carmen D. Cruz, age 73, of Bridgeport has returned to the presence of the Lord on February 23, 2023. Carmen was born in Bayamon, Puerto Rico to the late Juan Fonseca and the late Amelia Huertas and relocated to the mainland many years ago. She has resided in the Bridgeport area throughout the years. Carmen was known to many as...
Fior Daliza Rivera
Feb 20, 2023
Fior Daliza Rivera, 87, returned to the loving arms of the Lord in the comfort of her home surrounded by the love of her family. She was born in the Dominican Republic to the late Juan Viscaino and the late Altagracia Fermon. She immigrated to the United States many years ago and resided in the Bridgeport area for...
J. Llanes Espinosa
Feb 18, 2023
After a courageous battle, "Pinito" has returned to the loving arms of the Lord on February 18, 2023, at Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT. He was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico to the late Jesus LLanes and Elia Espinosa. He is the beloved husband of Cristy Forgas.
Pinito was a faithful servant of the Lord who dedicated...
Emilio Rojas
Feb 16, 2023
Emilio Rojas, age 44, of Bridgeport passed away into the peaceful presence of the Lord on February 16, 2023, in his home. Emilio was born in Brooklyn, New York to Miriam Rojas (Roman Hernandez) and the late Luis E. Rojas, then relocated to the Bridgeport area at an early age where he has resided since. Emilio was a very talented...
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