Obituaries

December 25, 2020

Marcelino Plaza, age 63 of Bridgeport has passed away into the peaceful rest of the Lord on December 25, 2020 in St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport, CT; Marcelino was born in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico to the late Marcelino Plaza, Sr. and to Milagros Santiago currently of Bridgeport; Marcelino was a man of little words, but much to say; The husband...

December 24, 2020

George John Kapetaneas, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, son-in-law, uncle, and friend, went home to God on December 24th, 2020. He was 62 years young. Warmly referred to as “Baba” by his four children, “Baby” by his wife, and “Big George” by his many loving friends; George was born in Sparti, Laconia, Greece, on September 25th, 1958, where he spent...

December 23, 2020

Arllin Collier, age 57 most recently of West Haven, returned to the loving Arms of the Lord on Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2020 surrounded by love. She was born in Bridgeport; daughter of Venancio Berrios and Graciosa Ayala-Berrios. Arllin will be remembered for her admirable sense of humor and magnetic presence. She will truly be missed by all who loved family!...

December 21, 2020

Orfelina Ines Belen Mariano, age 69, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Dec. 21, 2020 at Bridgeport Hospital. She was born in the Dominican Republic prior to relocating to the Bridgeport area to be with her family. Orfelina was an amazing woman who would always help anyone out. She always had a smile on her face, whether...

December 21, 2020

Jorge Emilio Meyen returned to the loving arms of the Lord suddenly on Dec. 21, 2020 at Stamford Hospital. He was born in Guatemala; beloved son of Jose Pedro Meyen and Alejandra Meyen de Rosario Prior. He is survived by his brother, Margarito Noel Meyen of Stamford. Family and friends are invited to attend Calling Hours prior to his repatriation...

December 18, 2020

Leonor Torres, 80, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on December 18, 2020 in Bridgeport, CT. She was born in Mexico to the late Esteban Torres and Cleofas Coronel. She moved to the United States some time ago. Leonor was a very happy person who enjoyed socializing. She enjoyed visiting loved ones, going to parties and dancing. She...

December 18, 2020

Sevillana Cerron, age 88 of Bridgeport, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Dec. 18, 2020 at her residence, surrounded by love. She was the loving wife of the late Manuel Cerron. Sevillana was born in Peru; loving daughter of the late Andres Chinchay and Carmen Gallegos prior to relocating to the Bridgeport area many years ago. She...

December 18, 2020

Vanessa A. Muñoz, age 23 of Bridgeport, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord suddenly on Friday, December 18, 2020 in New Haven. She was born in Brooklyn, New York; daughter of Eduardo A. Muñoz and Carmen Capristan prior to relocating to Connecticut. Vanessa was a charismatic and loving person who enjoyed making videos, taking selfies, and posting them...

December 18, 2020

Marina Del Soccoro Flores, age 74 of Bridgeport, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Friday, Dec. 18, 2020 at Bridgeport Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Julio Jose Flores whom she shared 45 years full of happiness. Marina was born in San Lorenzo, Nicaragua prior to relocating to the Bridgeport area. She loved sharing her Nicaraguan...

December 15, 2020

Wilfredo Gonzalez, age 50, entered into eternal rest suddenly on Dec. 15, 2020 at his Bridgeport residence. He was born in Bridgeport; son of Jose and Rosa Gonzalez. Along with his mother, Wilfredo is survived by his daughter, Tiana Gonzalez of Deltona, FL; his brother, Jose Gonzalez of Dania Beach, FL; his sister Nancy Gonzalez of Hollywood, FL; his brother,...

December 12, 2020

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Liza. Liza Calderon Peterson, 52, went home to Jesus on December 12, 2020. Liza was born and resided in Bridgeport, CT to the late Vincent Calderon and Esther Ramos-Manzanares of Orlando, FL. Liza is survived by her son Ivan Grable, brother Vincent Calderon and her spouse Sadiyq...

December 11, 2020

Letty A. Barbosa, age 57, beloved daughter of the Late Jose Ines Soto and the late Maria M. Soto, currently of Milford, CT has passed away into the peaceful rest of the Lord on Friday, December 11, 2020 in her home while surrounded by the love of her family; Letty was born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico but had moved to...

December 9, 2020

Myrna Haydee Silverio, 49, of Bridgeport, CT returned to the loving arms of the Lord on December 9, 2020 at St. Vincent's Hospital. She was born in New York to the late Jose Feliciano and Luz Rosa Feliciano. She is the beloved wife of 9 years of Jose Silverio. Myrna was a member of St. Mary's Parish in Bridgeport. She...

December 9, 2020

Mikeal Dale Breary was born on December 22, 1991 in New Haven, CT. to Brenda (Breary) Garcia and Dale Breary and was christened at St. Luis Catholic Church in West Haven, by his Godparents Devon and Mayra Thomas. Mikeal met lifelong friends while attended Thompson Elementary, Jepson Middle School, West Haven High and while playing peewee football for the West...

December 8, 2020

Esperanza Pagan, 94 years old of Stratford, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020 at her residence, surrounded by love. She was born in Cidra, PR, daughter of Marcelo Bernard and Rosa Cotto; prior to relocating to the Connecticut area where she has resided since! During her life, Esperanza was a dedicated member and integral part of St....

December 7, 2020

December 5, 2020

Luis Mariano Santos Rodriguez, 65, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on December 5, 2020. He was born in the Dominican Republic to the late Juan Santos and the late Irene Rodriguez. Luis immigrated to the United States when he was 16 years old first living in New York and in 1976 he relocated to Connecticut. He was...

December 5, 2020

Angel Cedeño, age 64, passed away peacefully with family on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020 in Puerto Rico. He was born in Jersey City; son of Julio and Divina Cedeño prior to relocating to the Connecticut area many years ago. Angel is not just his name; he truly was sent from above to make so many happy in his own way....

December 4, 2020

Pedro J. Aviles, 59, of Bridgeport, CT returned to the loving arms of the Lord on December 4, 2020 at Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport, CT. He was born in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico to the late Cruz Maria Gonzalez and Jose Aviles Rivera. He is the beloved husband of Adela DeJesus. Pedro was a dedicated landscaper at Landart Design. He was passionate...

December 2, 2020

Gilberto Moreira Cruz, 76, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on December 2, 2020 at Bridgeport Hospital in Bridgeport, CT. He was born to the late Pedro Moreira Rios and Rosenda Cruz Correa in Esmeralda, Cuba. He moved to the United States many years ago and was a dedicated manufacturer for a number of years until his retirement....