Obituaries

Wilson Alberto Santos Ramirez

Wilson Alberto Santos Ramirez

December 31, 2020

Wilson Alberto Santos Ramirez, 53, returned to the loving arms of the Lord at St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport, CT. He was born to the late Luis Santos and Maria Angelica Ramirez in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Wilson was a very family oriented person who enjoyed spending time with his family. He was very hands on especially with his grandchildren whom...

Maria L. Ayala

Maria L. Ayala

December 31, 2020

Maria Luisa Ayala, 97, returned to the loving arms of the Lord on December 31, 2020 in her home surrounded by the love of her family. She was born in Cidra, Puerto Rico to the late Juan Sanchez and the late Marcolina Velez. She was married for more than 40 years to the late Antonio Ayala. Maria and her husband...

Jennie Castro

Jennie Castro

December 30, 2020

Jennie Castro, age 66 of Bridgeport, returned to the Loving Arms of the Lord on Dec. 30, 2020 at St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport. She was born in Bridgeport; daughter of the late Julio Castro-Nuñez and Juanita Castro-Garcia. Jennie is the loving wife of Heriberto Bellido, Sr. She is the loving mother of Wendy L (Michael) Figueroa and Melanie (Jose)...

Josef Anthony Arreaga

Josef Anthony Arreaga

December 30, 2020

Josef Arreaga, age 26, of Milford, formerly of Naugatuck, passed away unexpectedly on the 30th of December in the comfort of his home. He was the son of Jennifer Ocasio, Mike Lavelanet, and Jose Arreaga. Josef graduated from Naugatuck High School, NVCC and was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army. He loved the outdoors; whether hiking, snowboarding or exploring the...

Hector Luis Gonzalez

Hector Luis Gonzalez

December 28, 2020

Hector Luis Gonzalez, age 82, of Bridgeport has passed away into eternal rest on December 28, 2020 in St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport, CT; Hector was born in Guayanilla, Puerto Rico but had relocated to the Bridgeport area. Many years ago, most knew hector Hector from the Lafayette Barber Shop which was located in the Lafayette Plaza later renamed Crossroads...

Alejandro Rivera

Alejandro Rivera

December 27, 2020

Alejandro (Alejo) Rivera-Hernandez was born May 12, 1928 in Moca Puerto Rico. His parents Lorenzo & Aurelia Rivera had a finca and at the young age of 10, his job was to care for the all the horses and to also fill 100-pound bags of coffee beans which he took to the market, two on each side of a horse...

Luz Margarita Figueroa

Luz Margarita Figueroa

December 25, 2020

Luz M. Figueroa, age 46, beloved daughter of the late Abraham figueroa and the late Miriam Figueroa, passed away into eternal rest on December 25, 2020 in her home. Luz was born in Bridgeport and after some time had relocated most recently in Hamden, CT; A vibrant woman with a heart focused on those she loved. a passionate woman who...

Marcelino Plaza

Marcelino Plaza

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...

George John Kapetaneas

George John Kapetaneas

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...

Arllin Collier

Arllin Collier

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!...

Orfelina Ines Belen Mariano

Orfelina Ines Belen Mariano

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...

Jorge Emilio Meyen

Jorge Emilio Meyen

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...

Leonor Torres

Leonor Torres

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...

Sevillana Cerron

Sevillana Cerron

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...

Vanessa Abigail Muñoz

Vanessa Abigail Muñoz

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...

Marina Del Soccoro Flores

Marina Del Soccoro Flores

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...

Wilfredo Gonzalez

Wilfredo Gonzalez

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,...

Liza Jeanette Calderon-Petersen

Liza Jeanette Calderon-Petersen

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...

Letty Barbosa

Letty Barbosa

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...

Myrna Haydee Silverio

Myrna Haydee Silverio

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...