Obituaries

Joshua Roman

Joshua Roman

February 15, 2021

Joshua Roman, age 14, of Bridgeport has passed away into eternal rest on February 15, 2021 in Westport, CT; Joshua was born in Bronx, NY but had most recently resided in the Bridgeport area; he is the beloved son of Pedro Roman and Lisselly Santiago; He was a student of Kolbe Cathedral High School whose favorite pastime consisted of great...

Maria Antonia Rivera Morales

Maria Antonia Rivera Morales

February 14, 2021

On February 14, 2021, Maria Antonia Rivera received her wings and left this earth in peace. On May 4, 1947, God broke the mold, and Maria Antonia Morales was born. Maria was born on the sweet island of Auga Buenas, Puerto Rico; daughter of the late Monserrate Gomez and Juan Morales. Growing up as a middle child of 11 siblings,...

Maria E. Ayala

Maria E. Ayala

February 13, 2021

Maria E. Ayala, age 85, beloved widow of the Late Juan Ayala has responded to the call of her Lord on February 13, 2021 in her home while in the care of her children who never left her side. Maria was a beautiful woman full of life. The daughter of the late Sebastian Santiago and the late Francisca Ortega who...

Juan Francisco Casiano

Juan Francisco Casiano

February 13, 2021

Juan Francisco Casiano, age 53 of Bridgeport, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2021 at Bridgeport Hospital. He was born in New York, NY; son of Juan F. Casiano, Sr. and Isabel Civico. Juan was employed as the Chief Engineer at the Holiday Inn; a job he which he both enjoyed and to which...

Francisco Miranda

Francisco Miranda

February 13, 2021

Francisco Miranda, age 68, of Bridgeport has passed away into Glorious presence of the Lord on February 13, 2021 in Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport, Connecticut; Francisco was born in Sabana Grande, Puerto Rico but had relocated to the United States in 1974 and has resided here since. He is the son of the late Ramon Miranda and the Late Dominga Vega;...

Jorge Ramirez

Jorge Ramirez

February 12, 2021

Jorge Ramirez, age 55 of Waterbury, entered into eternal rest suddenly on Feb. 12, 2021 at Waterbury Hospital. He was born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico; son of Isidro Ramirez and Lydia Morales. Jorge enjoyed praising the Lord at Casa de Pan church in Waterbury. He cherished the time he spent with his family. He was a talented cook who...

Juan Jose Reyes

Juan Jose Reyes

February 11, 2021

Juan Jose Reyes, age 76, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 at St. Vincent's Medical Center. He is the loving husband of Maria Reyes. He was born in Aguas Buenas, Puerto Rico on March 13, 1944; born to the late Carmen and Rodolfo Reyes prior relocating to the Bridgeport area for many years....

Nayda Luisa Torres

Nayda Luisa Torres

February 10, 2021

Nayda Luisa Torres, age 71, of Bridgeport has passed away into eternal rest on February 10, 2021 in Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport, Connecticut; Nayda was born in the beautiful town of Naranjito, Puerto Rico to the Late Luis Rodriguez and the late Maria Rodriguez; She relocated with her family at the early age of 6 and has resided here since. Her...

Carlita Marengo Roman

Carlita Marengo Roman

February 8, 2021

Carlita Marengo Roman, age 89 of Bridgeport, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Monday, Feb. 8, 2021 at Bridgeport Hospital. She was born in Lares, Puerto Rico; daughter of Antonio Marengo and Inocencia Roman prior to relocating to the Bridgeport area many years ago. Carlita is the loving mother of Angel Noel Ruiz, Emely Gonzalez, Luis Galarza,...

Manuel A. Rivera

Manuel A. Rivera

February 7, 2021

Manuel A. Rivera Jr., "Manny" son of the late Manuel Rivera, Sr. and Maria M. Martinez Torres, was born November 3, 1975 in Bridgeport, CT. He attended the Catholic Schools of Holy Rosary and St. Ambrose. He graduated from Harding High School class of 1994. He was in the top ten percent of his graduating class, Class President, sang in...

Luz M. Garcia

Luz M. Garcia

February 5, 2021

Luz M. Garcia - Velazquez, age 93, of Bridgeport, the beloved widow of the late Teofilo Velazquez has passed into peaceful rest on February 5, 2021 in her home. Luz was born June 11, 1927 in San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico. A gentle soul with a beautiful heart. She leaves behind wonderful memories that will be cherished in all of our...

Edilberto Torres

Edilberto Torres

February 4, 2021

Edilberto Torres, age 87, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021 at St. Mary's Hospital, Waterbury. He was born in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico; son of the late Angel Torres Rosado and Andrea Ramos Torres. Edilberto is the loving father of Lillian Velez Torres, Marta Velez and Carmen Perez; the caring grandfather of 7 grandchildren...

Efren M. Irizarry

Efren M. Irizarry

February 4, 2021

Efren M. Irizarry, age 73 of Shelton, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Thursday, February 4, 2021 at St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport. He is the beloved husband of Nylda Irizarry. Efren was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico; son of the late Esteban and Felicita Irizarry prior to relocating to the Bridgeport area many years ago. He...

Enudio Angel Colon

Enudio Angel Colon

February 2, 2021

Enudio Angel Colon, age 40 of Bristol, entered into eternal rest suddenly on Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at Bristol Hospital. He was born in Bridgeport, CT; son of Enudio Colon and Elizabeth Ribas. Enudio was an amazing man who had a passion for art, especially drawing. He also loved playing video games, especially Call of Duty. Enudio enjoyed wrestling, and...

Carmen M Galarza

Carmen M Galarza

January 30, 2021

Carmen M. Galarza, age 83, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2021 at her daughter's residence in Orange Park, FL. She was born in San Sebastian, Puerto Rico prior to relocating to Bridgeport, CT many years ago. Carmen is the loving mother of Solangel Marquez - Brooks and Jorge Galarza. She was predeceased by...

Nancy Sulay Rodriguez

Nancy Sulay Rodriguez

January 23, 2021

Nancy Sulay Rodriguez, age 46 of Bridgeport, returned to the loving Arms of the Lord on Saturday, January 23, 2021 at Bridgeport Hospital. She is the beloved wife of Manuel Miralda. Nancy was born in Honduras; daughter of Samuel Rodriguez and Josefa Escalante, prior to relocating to the Bridgeport area many years ago. Nancy is the loving mother of Herson...

Nyasia Destyny Rodriguez

Nyasia Destyny Rodriguez

January 22, 2021

Nyasia Destyny Rodriguez, age 22 of Bridgeport, Returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Jan. 22, 2021 in New Haven, CT. She was born in Bridgeport to Grisella Pizarro (Alex Martinez step dad) and Daniel Rodriguez. She is the loving sister of Samuel Griffin Rodriguez, Yaretza Ziayla Pizarro, and Alexzine Liasol Martinez; the stepsister of Nancy Roman and...

Segundo Cruz

Segundo Cruz

January 20, 2021

Segundo Cruz, age 86, beloved husband of Nelida Cruz, has returned to the Presence of His Heavenly father on January 20, 2021 in his home while surrounded by his family. Segundo was born in Salinas, Puerto Rico the the late Juan Cruz and the late Tomasita Cruz, but had relocated to the Bridgeport area many years ago. Segundo was a...