Local obituaries for Community Funeral Chapels

Dec 4, 2024

Maedella Williams, affectionately known as Mae Mae, age 78, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2024, in Glastonbury, Connecticut. She was born on June 18, 1946, in Waynesboro, Georgia, to her loving parents,the late Elizabeth Godbee and Sidney Godbee. Maedella had one brother, George Godbee, with whom she shared a close bond.

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Dec 1, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Richard Ortega Rivera, known to his family and friends as Rich, at the age of 61. He died on December 1, 2024, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Born on May 26, 1963, in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, Richard was the beloved son...

Nov 29, 2024

Mauro J. Quiroz, age 64, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024. Mauro was born in Peru, where he lived for 30 years before relocating to New York, where he was raised. For the past three years, he made his home in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Mauro was the beloved son of the late Amelia Terrones...

Nov 25, 2024

Deitrich Williamson, affectionately known as Mama Dee, age 70, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at her home on November 25, 2024. She was born on August 18, 1954, in Greensboro, North Carolina, to the late Mildred Marie Watson and Andrew Williamson.

Deitrich's life journey took her across the East Coast. At just...

Nov 19, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gloristine "Tine" Thomas, age 77, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, who passed away on November 19, 2024. Born on January 19, 1947, in Greenville, North Carolina, she was the daughter of Lillian Ward and John Perkins.

Gloristine was raised in Greenville, NC, alongside her siblings Arthur,...

Nov 12, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Marcus Fiory Louis, known to many as "Tatoo," on November 12th, 2024, at Yale New Haven Hospital. Marcus was 21 years old.

Born on May 6, 2003, in Haiti, Marcus grew up in a loving Christian family that instilled in him...

Nov 1, 2024

Lucila Palacio de Mazo, lovingly known as “Queen Mazo,” passed away peacefully at the age of

100 on November 1, 2024, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Born on July 8,

1924, in Colombia to Eliseo Palacio and Laura Adarve. Lucila was raised alongside her siblings

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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