Local obituaries for Community Funeral Chapels
Julie Beth Nastasia
2026
Julie Nastasia, 49, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at her home on February 9, 2026.
Julie was born on January 28, 1977, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Elizabeth Szechenyi and the late Michael Nastasia. She was raised in Bridgeport and remained deeply connected to the community she called home throughout her life.
Julie had a heart that loved...
Joel Santana
Feb 8, 2026
Joel Santana, age 64, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away on February 8, 2026.
Joel was born on August 9, 1961, in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico, to the late Guillermo Santana and Nilda Nazario. He was raised in San Germán, Puerto Rico, alongside his eight siblings: Zaida, Mazda, Ivonne, Loida, Mildred, Guillermo, Rafael, and Dixon. Later in life, he relocated to Bridgeport,...
Juan Francisco Bonilla III
Feb 7, 2026
Juan Francisco Bonilla III, affectionately known to many as “Shark,” “June,” and “Junito,” passed away on February 7, 2026, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut. He was 31 years old.
Juan was born on July 20, 1994, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Bridgeport, CT, to Eileen Rivera and Juan Francisco Bonilla II Jr.. A lifelong resident of Bridgeport, Juan was...
Isabel Ramos
Jan 30, 2026
Isabel Ramos, lovingly known as Isa, age 87, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, at her residence in Bridgeport, CT, surrounded by the love of her family.
Isabel was born on June 13, 1938, in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico, to the late Monserrate Arroyo and Sotero Ramos. She was raised in Puerto Rico alongside her siblings and carried...
Marcos Antonio Torres
Jan 16, 2026
Marcos A. Torres Vargas, age 76, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, in Bridgeport, surrounded by his loved ones.
Marcos was born on October 9, 1949, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, to the late Maria Antonia Vargas Ortiz and Modesto Torres Santos. He was raised in Ponce, where he built the foundation of the strong, joyful, and charismatic...
Santos Roldan Serrano
2026
Santos Roldan Serrano, lovingly known as “Santi,” age 71, of Derby, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at his residence on January 14, 2026.
Santos was born on January 14, 1955, in San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico, where he was raised by his loving parents, Santas Serrano and Esperanza Roldan. He spent his early years in Puerto Rico before relocating to Connecticut, where he...
Carmen Milagros Garcia
Jan 12, 2026
Carmen Milagros Colondres de Garcia, age 85, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026. She was born in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico, to the late Jacinto Colondres and Carmen Sierra.
Carmen was an exceptional wife, devoted mother, and cherished friend whose love and kindness touched everyone who knew her. She was a woman of strength, grace, and unwavering dedication...
Elijah Johnson
Jan 2, 2026
Elijah Johnson, affectionately known as “TJ,” age 75, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at his residence on January 2, 2026.
Elijah lived in Bridgeport for over 50 years. He was born on December 6, 1950, in Florence, South Carolina, to his parents, Arlena Talbert and Calvin Johnson.
Elijah was one of 9 boys; he was a very loving and caring man...
Christine Murray Duhancik
2025
Christine Murray “Chris” Duhancik, 72, of Shelton, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at home on December 16, 2025.
Christine was born on July 3, 1953, in Ayr, Scotland, United Kingdom, to William Wright (born 1922, Glasgow, Scotland) and Christine Wright (born 1922, Westerton, New Kilpatrick, UK). She was raised in Ayr, Scotland, and relocated to the United States at age seven, later...
John Hrostek
2025
John " Johnny" Bartholomew Hrostek, entered into peaceful rest on December 24th, 2025. He was born in Bridgeport, CT on December 5th, 1960.
Johnny was a caring loving brother, a kind and genuine soul who always looked out for his family-giving his time, love and devotion to all those he loved. He adored his cats and all animals. Johnny had a...
Santos Sanchez Jr.
2025
Santos Sanchez Jr., affectionately known as “Junior,” age 47, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away on December 18, 2025, in Colorado Springs, CO.
Santos was born on May 3, 1978, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, to the late Orlando Sanchez and Awilda Antonetti from Salinas, Puerto Rico. He later made his home in Colorado Springs, where he resided with his companion, Shelby Marie...
Winston Newby
2025
Winston Newby was born on August 06, 1933, in Saint Ann, Jamaica, West Indies and passed away peacefully on Monday December 15, 2025. He lived a long and meaningful life marked by dedication to family, hard work, and quiet strength.
Winston migrated from Jamaica to the United States in pursuit of opportunity and a better future for his loved ones. Through...
Ethan Rigueur
Dec 10, 2025
Ethan Rigueur, age 3, of Bridgeport, Connecticut, passed away on December 10, 2025, at Bridgeport Hospital.
Ethan was born on May 24, 2022, to his loving parents, Johanna and Mobutu. In his short but meaningful life, Ethan brought endless joy to those around him. He loved watching Cocomelon, playing with his toys, dancing, and singing. His bright spirit, laughter, and playful...
