Obituaries

Carmen Maria Alvarado Collado

Carmen Maria Alvarado Collado

February 23, 2025

Carmen Maria Alvarado Collado, a vibrant soul and devoted matriarch, gracefully left this world on February 23, 2025, at her Bridgeport residence. Born on May 4, 1923, in the beautiful town of Lajas, Puerto Rico, she carried with her the warmth and spirit of her homeland throughout her remarkable life.

Carmen was a beacon of selflessness and dedication. Her children, Norma,...

Efrain Medina Garcia

Efrain Medina Garcia

February 20, 2025

Efrain Medina Garcia, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, departed this world unexpectedly on February 20, 2025. He left behind a legacy defined by humility and kindness. Born on January 29, 1966, in Caguas, Puerto Rico to Alfredo Molina and Francisca Garcia, Efrain dedicated over 35 years of his life to being a committed employee at RC Bigelow Tea,...

Edwin Gazmey

Edwin Gazmey

February 19, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Edwin Gazmey, who departed this life on February 19, 2025, at the age of 56 in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Born on May 14, 1968, in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, Edwin's journey was marked by his dedication to his work, family, and friends. He was well-regarded as a machine operator in the...

Pio Héctor Torres

Pio Héctor Torres

February 17, 2025

Pio Héctor Torres, un querido esposo, padre, abuelo y amigo, partió con Dios en paz el 17 de Febrero de 2025 en Stamford, Connecticut. Nació el 11 de Julio de 1942 en Rioja, Argentina. Héctor fue un hombre de familia dedicado que disfrutó de las alegrías de la vida y enfrentó cada desafío con fortaleza y determinación.

Héctor se graduó como...

Cantalicia Rodriguez

Cantalicia Rodriguez

February 17, 2025

Con gran pesar, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Cantalicia Rodríguez, cariñosamente conocida por todos como Alicia, quien partió de este mundo el 17 de febrero de 2025 en su hogar en Bridgeport, Connecticut. Nació el 18 de mayo de 1941 en Caguas, Puerto Rico, y se mudó a Connecticut hace más de sesenta años, donde formó su vida y su familia....

Rosalinda Irene Vazquez

Rosalinda Irene Vazquez

February 8, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Rosalinda Irene Vazquez on February 8, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford, Connecticut. Born in Bridgeport, CT, on September 10, 1980, Rosalinda was a vibrant soul whose kindness and warmth touched the lives of everyone she met.

Rosalinda dedicated her career to food services, a...

Jaime "Jimmy" Sanchez

Jaime "Jimmy" Sanchez

February 7, 2025

Jaime "Jimmy" Sanchez

November 24, 1976 – February 7, 2025

Jaime "Jimmy" Sanchez, 48, of Bridgeport, CT, passed away on February 7, 2025. Born and raised in Bridgeport, he was the beloved son of Wilfredo Sanchez and Felicita Garcia.

Jimmy was a vibrant presence, known for his joyful spirit, friendly nature, and ability to bring laughter to any room. A true social butterfly,...

Angel L Fernandez

Angel L Fernandez

February 5, 2025

Angel L. Fernandez, a proud proprietor of Fernandez Home Improvement, passed away on February 5, 2025, in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Born on December 24, 1977, in Norwalk, Connecticut, Angel was known for his finely crafted construction work and exceptional attention to detail, a reflection of the dedication he brought not only to his career but to every facet of his life.

In...

Justina "Edna" Martinez

Justina "Edna" Martinez

February 4, 2025

Justina "Edna" Martinez, born on September 9, 1968, in Vieques, Puerto Rico, transcended this life on February 4, 2025, at Bridgeport Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Edna was a vibrant spirit whose strength, independence, and dynamic sense of humor made her a beloved figure to those fortunate enough to know her.

Edna’s journey was defined by her unwavering commitment to education and...

Desilia Valcy

Desilia Valcy

February 2, 2025

Desilia Valcy, a beloved figure in her community, left this world on February 2, 2025, at St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport, Connecticut. She was born on February 22, 1942, in Haiti, where her vibrant spirit and generous heart first took shape. Desilia was not just a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother; she was a force of nature, impacting everyone she...

Ramon Figueroa Ortega

Ramon Figueroa Ortega

February 1, 2025

Ramon Figueroa Ortega, a dedicated and loving father, passed away peacefully in his home on February 1, 2025. Born on June 19, 1928, in Ciales, Puerto Rico, Ramon's journey through life was marked by diligence, humility, and an infectious sense of humor that brightened the lives of all who knew him.

In his early years, Ramon completed high school in Puerto...

Linda Powers Maloney

Linda Powers Maloney

February 1, 2025

Linda Powers Maloney 

October 8, 1947 – February 1, 2025

Linda Powers Maloney was a woman of strength, independence, and unwavering love for her family and friends. She passed peacefully surrounded by her loving family.  Born and raised in Bridgeport, Connecticut, she spent most of her life in the community she called home. For a time, she ventured to Vermont, a place...

Thelma Jackson-Bremer

Thelma Jackson-Bremer

February 1, 2025

Thelma Isabel Jackson Bremer "Chabela", falleció el 1ro de febrero, 2025, en el Hospital de Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CT.  "Yo vivo por FE" este fue su lema y el legado que dejo a sus hijos, nietos, bisnietos, nueros, nueras y toda persona que la conoció de cerca.  Chabela era una gran madre y excelente abuela; abnegada, amorosa, sacrificada, dulce, disciplinaria, fuerte...

Leslie A Jimenez

Leslie A Jimenez

January 28, 2025

Leslie A. Jimenez, a beloved member of her community and cherished family member, passed away on January 28, 2025, in New Haven, Connecticut. Born on November 15, 1975, in Denver, Colorado, Leslie's journey through life was marked by an infectious sense of humor and a warmth that made her a good person to all who had the privilege of knowing...

Dionis Betances

Dionis Betances

January 25, 2025

In Loving Memory of 

Dionis Betances

January 27, 1993 – January 25, 2025

 

Dionis Betances, a lifelong resident of Bridgeport, CT, passed away on January 25, 2025, just shy of his 32nd birthday. Known for his sharp intellect, level-headed nature, and ability to navigate even the most intense discussions with grace, Dionis was a masterful debater and negotiator. Nothing could shake his composure—he...

Gregoria Millet

Gregoria Millet

January 22, 2025

Gregoria Millet, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025, in Stratford, Connecticut. Born on July 6, 1922, in Camuy, Puerto Rico, Gregoria lived a life full of vibrant experiences and meaningful connections.

Gregoria was known for her outgoing personality and her attentiveness to those around her. She had an extraordinary ability to...

Noemi Matos

Noemi Matos

January 18, 2025

Noemi Matos, born Cruz DeLeon on January 4, 1944, in the Dominican Republic, radiated warmth and kindness throughout her life. She gracefully transitioned to the celestial plane on January 18, 2025, at Lord Chamberlain in Stratford, Connecticut. Known for her friendly demeanor, Noemi wasn't just a cherished family member but also a steadfast friend whose loyalty and hard work touched...

Maria P. Andriolas

Maria P. Andriolas

January 18, 2025

Maria P. Andriolas

Maria P. Andriolas, born on March 3, 1935, in Evia, Greece, peacefully passed away on January 18, 2025. The Lord reunited Nicholas and Maria on the 27th anniversary of his passing.  She was 89. She immigrated to the United States in the late 1960s and settled in the Bridgeport area, where she raised her family and built a...

Gladys M. Rivera

Gladys M. Rivera

January 15, 2025

Gladys Maria Rivera, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully passed away on January 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 6, 1943, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Gladys brought warmth and joy to every life she touched. She was a proud resident of Bridgeport, Connecticut, where she moved in her twenties and built a life filled...

Yurianny Aimara Leon

Yurianny Aimara Leon

January 15, 2025

Yurianny Aimara Leon, un espíritu alegre cuya vida brilló intensamente, nació el 11 de septiembre de 1987 en Venezuela. Falleció el 15 de enero de 2025 en Bridgeport, Connecticut, tras una valiente lucha contra el cáncer. En sus últimos momentos, estuvo rodeada del amor de su familia, un testimonio de los profundos lazos que cultivó a lo largo de su...