Local obituaries for Community Funeral Chapels

Jun 27, 2026

Karen Gabriela Quereguan Barrios, de 29 años y residente en Bridgeport, Connecticut, falleció pacíficamente el 27 de junio de 2026 en el Hospital de Bridgeport.

Karen nació en Aragua, Venezuela, hija de Joffel Quereguan Borges y Lorena Gabriela Barrios Palima. Más tarde construyó su vida en Bridgeport, donde fue conocida por su buen corazón, su generosidad y su espíritu cálido. Karen...

Jun 20, 2026

Eufemia "Beba" Martinez, 87, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026, at her residence in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Born on March 6, 1939, in Quebradillas, Puerto Rico, Eufemia was the beloved daughter of the late Eufemio Cortez and Marciana Avila. She was one of six children and shared a lifelong bond with her siblings: Santo Domingo Cortez Avila, Jesus...

Jun 19, 2026

Joseph “Joe” Dicks Jr., age 65, of Bridgeport, passed away peacefully at his residence on June 19, 2026.

Joe was born on July 12, 1960, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, to the late Joseph Dicks Sr. and Grace Dicks. Raised in Bridgeport, Joe was known for his fun-loving personality, kind heart, and ability to bring joy to those around him. He enjoyed playing...

Jun 12, 2026

Jose Manuel Rivera Jr., affectionately known as “Chino,” passed away on June 12, 2026, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, at the age of 61. He resided in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Born on October 15, 1964, in Norwalk, Connecticut, Jose was the beloved son of Jose Manuel Rivera Sr. (predeceased) and Norberta Rivera, both originally from San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico. He was raised in Norwalk...

May 18, 2026

David George Platt Jr., age 50, of Bristol, CT passed away on May 18, 2026, leaving behind a legacy defined by service, creativity, and an exceptionally giving heart.

Born on August 28, 1975, David lived a life focused on helping others. A proud veteran, he honorably served his country in the United States Air Force, carrying the values of dedication and...

May 17, 2026

Siempre te recordaremos, Clarita.Tu amor, tu alegría y los momentos compartidos vivirán por siempre en nuestros corazones.

May 16, 2026

In Loving Memory of

Major A. McCoy III

November 7, 1964 – May 16, 2026

Major A. McCoy III, 61, fell asleep in death on May 16, 2026, in Bridgeport, Connecticut. A loving husband to Donna McCoy, devoted father to Aaron McCoy and Philip McCoy, and a faithful servant of Jehovah. Major lived a life defined by love, humility, and kindness.

Born on November...

May 14, 2026

Clarivel Morales, age 90, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away on May 14th, 2026. She was born on July 31st, 1935, in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico.

Clarivel was a woman full of personality, strength, and humor. She loved shopping and found joy in her diamond painting projects, often spending hours creating them with patience and care. She had a deep love for butterflies,...

May 11, 2026

Antrell Whitehurst was born on February 3, 1991, to Kelvin Whitehurst and Ada Berrios. From a young age, Antrell had a funny personality and a way of making people laugh no matter the situation. He was the kind of person who made people feel comfortable, protected, and welcomed simply by being himself.

Antrell attended Columbus Elementary School in Bridgeport, Connecticut, later...

May 9, 2026

Luis J. Juarbe, affectionately known as “Welo” to his grandchildren, passed away at the age of 72 in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Born in Camuy, Puerto Rico, to Amelia Crespo and Javier Juarbe, Luis grew up surrounded by family and the vibrant culture of his beloved Puerto Rico. As a child, he moved to Bridgeport, where he built a life filled with...

May 9, 2026

Apr 24, 2026

Edward Augustus “Gus” Tisdale, age 95, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at home on April 24, 2026, surrounded by the loves that defined his life.

Born in Orange, New Jersey. Gus was the beloved son of the late Curnel E. Tisdale and Nellie D. Tisdale. He later made Connecticut his home in 1958, where he built a life rooted in...

Apr 23, 2026

Luis M. Paz Jr., known affectionately as “Cuba,” of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at home on April 23, 2026, at the age of 82. 

Born in Puerto Padre, Cuba, Luis was the beloved son of the late Luis M. Paz Sr. and Elisa Batista. He was predeceased by his sister, Melva Paz Rivera, and brother-in-law Santo Batista. He is survived...

Apr 16, 2026

Diane Marie Ginty, 74, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026, in her hometown.

Born on September 29, 1951, in Bridgeport, Diane was the daughter of Lewis Anastas and Frances LeClerc Anastas. She was raised in Bridgeport and Trumbull, and spent most of her adult life in Fairfield, Connecticut, where she built a life centered on care, learning,...

Apr 3, 2026

Jeffrey Charles Johnson, 59, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away on April 3, 2026, in his hometown. 

Born on June 3, 1967, in Bridgeport, Jeffrey was raised in the community he proudly called home throughout his life. He was the beloved son of DeGlorious Johnson and the late Moses Johnson. 

Jeffrey was a dedicated and compassionate professional who served others through his work...

Apr 2, 2026

Mar 29, 2026

Luis Miguel Figueroa Sr., affectionately known as “Cuchy,” age 75, of Derby, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at home on March 29, 2026.

Born on January 12, 1951, in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, Luis was the beloved son of Miguel Figueroa and María Eugenia Acevedo. He was raised in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, where he spent his early years before eventually relocating to the...

Mar 13, 2026

Angela Ruiz, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026, in Orange City, Florida, at the age of 87.

Angela was born on March 21, 1938, in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, to her loving parents, Concepción Madera and Pedro Flores, who predeceased her. She later made her home in Bridgeport, Connecticut, where she built a life centered...

Mar 8, 2026

Feb 12, 2026

James “Jimmy” Joel, age 62, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026, in the city where his life began. Born on June 29, 1963, in Bridgeport to the late Camillus Joel and Ruth Joel, Jimmy was a lifelong resident of the community he loved.

Jimmy was a gentle soul whose kindness and warmth touched everyone who knew him....