OBITUARIES

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Maria Concepcion De Rodriguez

Maria Concepcion De Rodriguez

Jan 18, 2017

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Lawrence Nelson Medas

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Lydia Rivera

Lydia Rivera

Dec 11, 2016

Lydia Rivera, age 37, of Bridgeport, CT., entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 11, 2016 at Bridgeport Hospital with her loving family by her side. In her early years Lydia was raised in Stratford and attended Johnson Academy, Wooster Middle School, graduated from Platt Tech as a hairdresser. Lydia was musically inspired by her parents at a very...

Maria Barros

Maria Barros

Dec 7, 2016

Maria Flora Barros Ayala, age 43, of Ansonia, the loving wife of Francisco Ayala Sr., entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 in Dillon, SC. She was a dedicated mother who always put her family first. Maria will be remembered for her willingness to help and give to others. She was a proud ‘cheer mom' who adored...

Ismael Antonio Coln

Ismael Antonio Coln

Dec 7, 2016

Ismael Antonio Coln, age 19, of Bridgeport CT., fell asleep in death on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at St. Vincent's Medical Center. Ismael was born in Montgomery County, TN., on November 13, 1997; the son of Ismael Coln & Ivette (Lugo) Coln. He was a recent graduate of Bullard-Havens Technical High School with a passion in culinary arts. Ismael...

Cristina Gonzalez

Cristina Gonzalez

Dec 5, 2016

Cristina Gonzalez, age 63, of Bridgeport, the loving wife of David R. Gonzalez, entered into eternal rest on Monday, December 5, 2016 at St. Vincent's Hospital. Cristina was born in the Dominican Republic on December 15, 1952; the daughter of the late Ramn Piantini & Mercedes Reyes. She was a loving mother of two, which brought joy to her...

Gilberto Vasquez

Gilberto Vasquez

Dec 1, 2016

Gilberto Vasquez, age 61, of Fairfield, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, December 1, 2016 at St.Vincent's Hospital. Gilberto was born in New York City on October 2, 1955; the son of the late Angel L. Vasquez and Dolores Santiago Vasquez. He was a very unique person who remained optimistic and cheerful no matter the situation. He was a...

Carmen Coln

Carmen Coln

Nov 29, 2016

Carmen Coln, age 62, of Bridgeport, Entered into peaceful rest Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at St. Vincent's Medical Center. Carmen was the loving companion of Miguel Martinez for fifteen years, a caring mother, grandmother, and friend. Carmen was born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico the beloved daughter of the late Gilberto Delgado and Laura Coln. Carmen is survived by: Companion,...

Virgen Milagros 'Tita Perez' Rodriguez De Perez

Virgen Milagros 'Tita Perez' Rodriguez De Perez

Nov 27, 2016

Virgen "Tita Perez" Milagros Rodriguez de Perez, age 51 of Bridgeport, CT, the loving wife of Wilmer Perez, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, November 27th 2016 in her home surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. Virgen was born in Yauco, Puerto Rico on December 15th 1964; the daughter of Ramon Rodriguez Rivera and Elsa Rodriguez...

Beverly Ann Thibeault

Beverly Ann Thibeault

Nov 27, 2016

Beverly Ann Thibeault, age 68 of Bridgeport CT., the loving wife of Harley Thibeault, entered into eternal rest on November 27th 2016 at Yale New Haven Hospital. Beverly was born in Bridgeport CT. on December 30th 1947; the daughter of the late Ralph James Innacell and Helen K. Conti. She worked as an assistant technician at Centrix Dental for...

Asani Mcreynolds

Asani Mcreynolds

Nov 26, 2016

Asani McReynolds, age 13, of Bridgeport CT., entered into eternal rest on Saturday, November 26th 2016 at Yale New Haven Hospital. Asani was born on October 27th, 2003 in Bridgeport CT., the daughter of Hiram and Nordia (Black) McReynolds. She was a very pretty girl who will be remembered for her warm and loving personality. Besides her parents, Asani...

Maritza Rosa

Maritza Rosa

Nov 26, 2016

Maritza Rosa, age 52 of Bridgeport, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, November 26th 2016 at Bridgeport Hospital. Maritza was born on November 25th 1964 in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico; the daughter of Ramon & Juana Rosa. She was a devoted mother who worked as a nurse's aide. Maritza will be remembered for her loving heart and passion for...

Eddie Alberto 'Mafia' Ortiz

Eddie Alberto 'Mafia' Ortiz

Nov 19, 2016

Eddie Alberto Ortiz, age 60 of Bridgeport, CT entered into the peaceful rest with our Lord on November 19th 2016 at Northbridge Healthcare Center Bridgeport, CT. Eddie was born in Orocovis, Puerto Rico on June 8th 1956. The son of the late World War II Veteran Alberto Ortiz Torres and the late Carmen T. Ortiz. Besides his parents Eddie...

Aretha Lenora Ortiz

Aretha Lenora Ortiz

Nov 6, 2016

Aretha Lenora Ortiz, age 33, of Bridgeport, entered eternal rest on Sunday, November 6, 2016. She was the loving mother of five children and the companion of Anthony Walton. Aretha was born in Bridgeport, CT on November 25, 1982, the daughter of Clarence and Maria (Ortiz) Mills. Aretha was an LPN and worked as a caretaker. She will be...

Jacob Densiel Perez-Ostolaza

Jacob Densiel Perez-Ostolaza

Nov 4, 2016

Baby boy Jacob Densiel Perez-Ostolaza, beloved son of Dennys Jhym Perez Avalos and Suleyka Ostolaza Rolon, entered eternal rest on November 4, 2016 at Bridgeport Hospital. Jacob is survived by: paternal grandparents, Tomas Hinostroza and Mery Perez; maternal grandparents, Joselin Ostolaza and Zoraida Rolon; aunts, Aracely Hinostroza, Lisandra Ostolaza; cousins, Francis Perez, Brenda Rondon, Stephane Velez, Zorilys Ostolaza, Zashely...

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