Obituaries

February 28, 2021

Musician (rapper) and artist Juan Antonio Rivera (better known as Juany) love of life didn’t come to an end with his death. Juany returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2021 at the age of 57 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Ciales, Puerto Rico; son of...

February 25, 2021

Jorge Rodriguez, age 59, beloved son of the late Ismael Ortiz Rodriguez and the late Josefina Rodriguez has passed away into the peaceful arms of the Lord on February 25, 2021 in Bridgeport Hospital. Born in Bridgeport he resided here most of his life. Jorge was a man full of life, who loved his family with all his heart and...

February 22, 2021

Rafael Angel Alvarado, age 54 of Bridgeport, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord suddenly on February 22, 2021 at Bridgeport Hospital. He as born in Bridgeport; son of Rosa Alvarado. Rafael is the loving father of Christina Rodriguez, Shayna Rodriguez, Bianca Rodriguez and Jaimie Diaz; the brother of Lydia M. Hernandez, William Correa, Rosa Yvette Alvarado and Maria...

February 20, 2021

Jonathan Perez, age 36 of Bridgeport, entered into eternal rest suddenly on Feb. 20, 2021. He is the beloved husband of Celina Perez. Jonathan was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut on August 15, 1984; son of Victor Perez, Jr. and Dolores Perez. Jonathan will be remembered as a lovable person, with a fantastic sense of humor. His selflessness and consideration spilt...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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;...

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...

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....

February 10, 2021

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...