Local obituaries for Community Funeral Chapels

Oct 29, 2024

Reinaldo Padilla, lovingly known as "Rey," age 66 of Ansonia, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2024, at Griffin Hospital. Born on February 19, 1958, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Rey was a beloved husband, brother, uncle, and friend who brought warmth and laughter to everyone around him.

Rey had a zest for life and was...

Oct 29, 2024

Alex J. Rivera, affectionately known as "Javi," age 41 of Milford, Connecticut, passed away on October 29, 2024, at St. Vincent's Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Born on February 3, 1983, to Cesar Rivera and Evelyn Heredia, Javi was raised in Bridgeport before relocating to Milford in his early 20s. He was a devoted and beloved husband to Yamil Lopez...

Oct 25, 2024

William Rosario Sr., affectionately known as "Smokey," age 65, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away on October 25, 2024, at Bridgeport Hospital. Born on March 7, 1959, in Bridgeport, he was the cherished son of Virginia Rivera Castro, and the late Christopher Rosario Sr. William was a lifelong resident of Bridgeport, where he grew up and made countless memories surrounded...

Oct 20, 2024

Linda L. Gagliano, age 57, of Bridgeport, CT, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 20, 2024 at her home. Born on August 24, 1967 in Vieques, Puerto Rico, to Martino and Lucy Maria Gagliano, Linda moved to Bridgeport at the tender age of three, where she would build a life filled with love and warmth.

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Oct 7, 2024

On October 7, 2024, Edith Dannysa Bien-Aime passed away at Waterbury

Hospital after a short battle with her illness. She was 55 years old.

Edith’s true spirit and joy for life showed in her smile and the twinkle in her

eye. Edith was a jokester. Edith’s had faith in God. There was no...

Oct 2, 2024

Luis Alberto Sanchez Jr., affectionately known as "Nuni and Junito," age 20 of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away on October 2, 2024, at his home with his loving family by his side.

Born on December 4, 2003, in Bridgeport, he was the beloved son of Melissa Gutierrez and Luis A. Sanchez, both longtime residents of the...

Oct 1, 2024

Deborah Pauline Hunter, beloved daughter of Mary Ann (Hunter) Tisdale, was born on July 10, 1951, in Hartford, CT. She spent the majority of her life in Bridgeport, CT, where she created a wonderful life and family.

Deborah was a devoted and protective mother and grandmother, known for her unwavering love and support. She had a zest...

Oct 1, 2024

Omari Douglas Hopkins, affectionately known as Squeaky, passed away on October 1, 2024, at his home on Willow Street in Bridgeport, Connecticut, at just two months old. Omari’s short life touched the hearts of all who knew him. He was a sweet and loving baby boy whose presence brought warmth and joy to his family.

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Sep 26, 2024

Candida Vega, affectionately known as Candy, age 70, of Waterbury, Connecticut, passed away on September 26, 2024, at St. Mary's Hospital in Waterbury. Born on September 30, 1953, in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico to the late Carmen and Luis. Candida was raised in Puerto Rico until the age of 39 when she relocated to Connecticut. A happy and strong...

Sep 21, 2024

Juan Villanueva, affectionately known as “Chivo” age 89 of Stratford, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2024, in Stratford. Born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, in 1935, Juan moved to Bridgeport, Connecticut, at a young age where he was raised alongside his four siblings: Miguel, Julio, William, and Olga. He was predeceased by his siblings and his parents.

Sep 16, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ismael “Pito” Ruiz Méndez, Jr., age 58, who departed this life on September 16, 2024, in Bridgeport, CT. Born on February 8, 1966, in Brooklyn, NY, Pito was raised in the beautiful mountains of Adjuntas, Puerto Rico, and later relocated to Bridgeport in 1995.

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Sep 15, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Johnny ”Papo” Molina, 74, of West Haven, CT, who left This earth on September 15, 2024.

Johnny was the beloved son of the late Emiliano Molina and Ernestina Rondon. He is survived by his with his wife Milagos Diaz, a loving sister, Emily Alicea....

Sep 12, 2024

Sybil Dorothea Shereaves, affectionately known as Brownie, Ma’Dor, and Nana, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2024, at the age of 95 at Ludlowe Center for Health & Rehabilitation in Fairfield, CT. Born on October 5, 1929, in Graves End, Trelawny, Jamaica, Sybil lived a vibrant and fulfilling life, touching the hearts of many along the way.

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Sep 12, 2024

Sep 11, 2024

With deep pain, we announce the death of María Milagros González Reyes, affectionately known to all as “Milagros”. Milagros departed this world on September 11, 2024, at Bridgeport Hospital, at the age of 78. Her departure leaves an immense void in the hearts of her family and friends.

Born on August 30, 1946, in Utuado, Puerto Rico,...

Sep 9, 2024

Emelitza “Amy” Martinez, age 36, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away on September 9, 2024, in her hometown. Born on June 26, 1988, at Bridgeport Hospital to the late Lizsandra Martinez and Wilfredo Martinez, Amy was a lifelong resident of Bridgeport, where she was raised alongside her beloved big sister, Nalin Martinez.

Amy had a heart...

Sep 9, 2024

Adolfo “Al” Manuel Tirado, Jr., entered into heavenly rest at the age of 52 on September 9, 2024, at Bridgeport Hospital. Born on December 27, 1971, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, AL was a lifelong resident of the city.

Al was the youngest of four siblings, cherished and admired by his family: his loving sisters Annette Tirado,...

Sep 6, 2024

Vincent Percival Morgan, affectionately known as Lovell, was born on March 3, 1950, in Kingston, Jamaica, to Vinnette and Neeri Morgan. He was the fifth of eleven children, growing up in a vibrant household filled with love and laughter.

Vincent attended Seaward Primary School, now known as Seward All Age School, and continued his education...

Sep 4, 2024

Mario Marcano, affectionately known as "El Indio," passed away peacefully in Milford, Connecticut. He was born on December 25, 1942, in Fajardo, Puerto Rico, and was 81 years old at the time of his passing. Raised in Puerto Rico, Mario relocated to Bridgeport, Connecticut, in 1986 to build a better future for his family—a responsibility he embraced wholeheartedly.

Sep 1, 2024

Cenia Nereida Caraballo-Santiago, affectionately known as "Neri," age 82, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at her home on September 1, 2024. Born in Lares, Puerto Rico, to the late Ramon Caraballo and Ana Celia Santiago, she was raised in Puerto Rico before relocating to Bridgeport at the age of 18.

Neri was a devoted...