Obituaries

Carmen M. Malines

Carmen M. Malines

August 17, 2021

Carmen M. Malines (Villanueva), age 53, has passed away into eternal rest on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 in her home. Carmen was a lifelong Bridgeport resident, daughter of the late Angelo Villanueva and Bernice O. Villanueva currently of Florida; Carmen was a joyful woman, full of life, full of energy and an unforgettable persona. When you arrived anywhere you always...

Benito Rivera

Benito Rivera

August 16, 2021

Benito Rivera, age 76 of Bridgeport, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Monday, August 16, 2021 at St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport, CT. He is the loving husband of Lydia Rivera. Benito was born in Barranquitas, PR; the son of the late Telesforo and Antonia Rodriguez prior to relocating to the Bridgeport area. Benito proudly served his...

Rosa Maldonado

Rosa Maldonado

August 16, 2021

Rosa Maldonado, age 57, beloved wife of Eddie Gonzalez of Bridgeport has passed into the Glorious Presence of the Almighty God on August 16, 2021, in Arden House Hamden, CT; Rosa was born in Caguas, Puerto Rico but had relocated to the United States mainland many years ago; She is the daughter of Alejandro Maldonado and Dominga Medina; Rosa was...

Epifano Torres

Epifano Torres

August 15, 2021

Epifano Torres, 51, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on August 15, 2021 in his Bridgeport residence. He was born in the Bronx, New York to the late Pedro Torres and Minerva Hance Torres. He was married to the great love of his life the late Keyla Collazo. Epifano was a very hardworking man, who instilled this trait...

Juan Tepale Arroyo

Juan Tepale Arroyo

August 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

August 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

August 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

August 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

August 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

August 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

August 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

August 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

August 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

July 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

July 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

July 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

July 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

July 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

July 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

July 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...