Local obituaries for Community Funeral Chapels
Clarence I. Mills
Apr 17, 2017
Clarence I. Mills, affectionately known as Big Man, age 62 of Bridgeport, the devoted husband of Maria Ortiz Mills, entered into peaceful rest on Monday, April 17, 2017 at Connecticut Hospice. Clarence was born on August 26, 1954 in Wilmington, North Carolina, the beloved son of the late Israel Mills and Aretha Spain. He played football and basketball for...
Rafael O. Canales
Apr 15, 2017
Rafael O. Canales, age 72 of Bridgeport, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at Bridgeport Hospital with his loving family by his side. Rafael was born on February 28, 1945 in Canvanas, Puerto Rico. Rafael was a caring father of four. He is survived by: daughters, Jenny Canales of Bridgeport, Carrie Canales of New York; son,...
Miguel Angel Molina
Apr 14, 2017
Miguel Angel Molina, age 77, of Bridgeport, the dedicated spouse of Blanca Iris Lisboa Molina of 54 years, entered into peaceful rest Friday, April 14th 2017 at St. Vincent's Medical Center with his loving family by his side. Miguel was born June 6th 1939 in San Sebastian, Puerto Rico. He was a loving father of four, with a generous...
Sol Maria Rivera
Apr 9, 2017
Sol Maria Rivera, age 64 of Bridgeport CT, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, April 9, 2017, at Bridgeport Hospital. Sol was the oldest of ten children, born in San German, Puerto Rico on January 15, 1953, the beloved daughter of Adrian Martinez and the late Maria Quiles. Sol was a loving and caring mother of five. Truly living...
Frank R. Edwards
Apr 5, 2017
Frank Robert Edwards, age 59 of Bridgeport CT, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, April 5, 2017, at the Southern New Hampshire Medical Center in Nashua, NH. Frank fondly known to most as Frankie was born in Huntington, Long Island, New York on March 8, 1958, to the beloved late James Henry Edwards & Carrie Lee (Batts) Edwards. He was...
Delia Mestre
Mar 29, 2017
Delia Z. Mestre, 86, a longtime resident of Bridgeport died suddenly on Wednesday, March 29, 2017 at the Lord Chamberlain Nursing Facility in Stratford where she had been a resident for the last eight months. Delia, daughter of Simon Zabala Cordero and Maria Lopez-Lorenzo, was born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. She was married to her childhood sweetheart, Jose W....
Ramez E. Lahham
Mar 26, 2017
Ramez E. Lahham. Age 57 of Bridgeport, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, March 26, 2017. Ramez was the fourth born of five children. He was born in Beirut, Lebanon, the son Edmond & Yvette Lahham. Ramez migrated to US in 1976 his family owned and operated Ed's grocery & Park Package Liquor Store on Park Ave. In his...
Manuel Mata-Quiros
Mar 23, 2017
Manuel Mata-Quiros, age 55 of Norwalk, husband of 34 years to Sedey Morales Arias, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, March 23, 2017 at Stamford Hospital. Manuel was a hardworking father of three who emigrated from Costa Rica in 2009. He was a very friendly, calm, and humble person who loved to watch soccer. Manuel worked at Scena Wine...
Frederic Edward 'Fred' Tetreault
Mar 10, 2017
Frederic Edward Tetreault, age 82 of Bridgeport, entered into eternal rest on Friday, March 10, 2017 at St. Vincent's Medical Center surrounded by the love and support of his family. Fred was a dedicated father of three. A veteran of the US Marines, Fred proudly served his country during the Korean Conflict. He spent forty years living in Brazil...
Sandra Marie Russell
Mar 2, 2017
Sandra M. Russell, age 54, loving wife of Clive Russell, entered into a moment of sleep on 3/2/17 at BPT. Sandra was a soft spoken mother of two who had a passion for helping others. She graduated from University of Bridgeport with her master's. She was a trained nurse, first responder, CPR instructor, and currently worked as a dental...
Mario Renee Nieves
Feb 6, 2017
Mario Renee Nieves, age 54 of Bridgeport, entered into eternal rest on Monday, February 6, 2017 at St. Vincent's Hospital. Mario was a caring man who adored his grandchildren. He had a great sense of humor and loved to make others laugh. He will be remembered for his hands-on skills, whether it be painting or construction work along with...
Winston Charlesworth 'Sarge' Sargeant
Jan 27, 2017
Winston C. Sargeant, age 75, entered into peaceful rest 01/27/17 with his loving family by his side. Friends may greet the family Sun. 02/12/17 from 12:-2:pm; share reflections from 2:-3:30pm; A Home Going Service from 3:30pm-5:pm; final viewing held the following day Mon. 02/13/17 from 10:-11:00am, all at BPT. Tabernacle SDA Church, 717 Clinton Ave. BPT. CT. 06604. Internment...
Anita Dhar
Jan 25, 2017
Anita Dhar, age 69, of Fairfield, the devoted spouse of 47 years of Priti B. Dhar, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 25, 2017. Anita enjoyed reading, traveling, and spending time with her family. She will be remembered for her love of nature; especially pink flowers, and her strong faith in God. Anita was born on November 14,...
Maria Concepcion De Rodriguez
Jan 18, 2017
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Lawrence Nelson Medas
Jan 18, 2017
Lawrence Nelson Medas, age 78 of Bridgeport, husband of Lucille (King) Medas, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 18, 2017. Lawrence was born on December 16, 1938 in Guyana, the son of the late Alicia Medas. He was the proud owner and operator of "Medas Moving & Overseas Shipping", and "Guarantee Shipping" for over 40 years. He also...
Edwin 'Chino' Gonzalez
Jan 13, 2017
Edwin "Chino" Gonzalez, age 49 of Bridgeport, entered into eternal rest at his home on Friday, January 13th 2017. Edwin was born March 5th 1967 in Bridgeport, the beloved son of the late Felipe Gonzalez and surviving Ramonita (Cruz) Gonzalez. Edwin was a friendly man who loved making others laugh. He was a western movie enthusiast and a dedicated...
Carlos Manuel 'Carlito' Vargas Alfaro
Jan 5, 2017
Carlos Manuel Vargas, age 87 of Bridgeport, the devoted husband of 49 years to Dionicia Vargas, entered into peaceful rest on Thursday, January 5th 2017 at his home surrounded by the love and comfort of his family. Carlos was born August 7th 1929 in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, the beloved son of the late Antonio Vargas and Albina Alfaro. Carlos...
Narcisa 'Cisa' Dejesus-Arroyo
Dec 26, 2016
Narcisa "Cisa" DeJesus-Arroyo, age 74, of Bridgeport, entered into eternal rest at Bridgeport Hospital, on Monday, December 26th 2016 with her loving family by her side. Narcisa was a caring, sympathetic and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be remembered for her strong-willed and honest personality. Narcisa was born November 2nd 1942 in Puerto Rico, the beloved daughter...
Pablo Abrams
Dec 17, 2016
Pablo Abrams age 68, of Bridgeport CT., entered into eternal rest at St. Vincent's Hospital on December 17, 2016. Although often coming across as strict and reserved, he loved helping others anyway he could. Born January 20, 1948 in Quebradillas, Puerto Rico, the youngest of nine. He was predeceased by: parents, Mr. Juan & Aurora (Larroy) Abrams; siblings, Monserrate...
Jaluhi 'Julia' Slocum
Dec 12, 2016
Jaluhi "Julia" Senitio-Slocum age 88, of Bridgeport CT., the widow of Albert Slocum Sr., entered into eternal rest, at Bridgeport Hospital on December 12, 2016. During her earlier years, Jaluhi lived in Brooklyn, NY then relocated to Bridgeport, CT. where she continued to be a resident for over 70 years. She graduated from Warren Harding High School during an...
