Chapel Memorial Funeral Home
A Dignified and Sympathetic Service.
Chapel Memorial Funeral Home, established in 1961 family owned and operated. Valerie Jones-Perkins, owner/funeral director, and embalmer specializes in many types of services including traditional, non-traditional and cremations for all religious denominations. Valerie as well as her staff has a high level professionalism that can accommodate the needs of your family.
Our Obituaries
Genevieve Hodges
November 11, 1945 - January 2, 2021
Mrs. Genevieve (Trent) Hodges, 75, of Waterbury, passed away, unexpectedly, on Saturday, January 2, 2021, at Yale New Haven Hospital.
Mrs. Hodges was born November 11, 1945, in Cumberland, VA, daughter to the late Harkless "Jack" and Elizabeth "Pearl" (Carter) Trent.
While in VA, Genevieve received her education at Cedar Fall Grammar School and attended Woodrow Wilson and Croft High School...
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Michael Fedal Robinson, Sr.
June 24, 1967 - December 31, 2020
Mr. Michael Fedal Robinson Sr., 53 of Wyman street, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, December 31, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital from complications of the Corona Virus.
Michael was born June 24, 1967 in Bridgeport, CT to Gloria Jean (Mayfield) Robinson of Waterbury and the late Mathew James Robinson.
Mike was educated in the Waterbury public school system where he graduated from Crosby High...
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Dennis R. Gonzalez Medina
December 22, 2018 - December 29, 2020
Toddler Dennis R. Gonzalez Medina, 2, passed away at his home after a battle with Leukemia.
Dennis was born December 22, 2018 in New Haven, CT to Dennis Ramon Gonzalez Diaz and Ivelisse Medina.
He was a child worthy of admiration. Despite his diagnosis at such an early age, he was a happy child and faced life with courage. Dennis was a good boy who always kept a beautiful smile on his face...
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Carrie Mercer
November 30, 1956 - December 27, 2020
Mrs. Carrie Mercer, 64, of Hillcrest Ave, passed away, Sunday, December 27, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital. She was the widow of Harvey Jerome Mercer.
Carrie was born November 30, 1956 in Tuskegee, AL a daughter to the late Robert and Rosalie (Harvey) Thomas.
She was educated and earned her high school diploma in the Waterbury school system. Carrie worked at Airpax for over 20 years and...
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Kevin Griffin
April 10, 1958 - December 25, 2020
Kevin Jeffrey Griffin, 62, of Fanning St., Waterbury, passed away on Christmas day, Friday, December 25, 2020 at Saint Mary's Hospital. His battle with a serious medical issue showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile. Despite the pain, Kevin came out a hero and stayed strong until the end.
Kevin was born on April 10, 1958 in Waterbury to Joan (Jenkins) (Griffin) Troxler and...
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Ida Redway
October 30, 1923 - December 25, 2020
Mother Ida Redway, 97, of Waterbury, CT, entered into eternal rest on Friday, December 25, 2020. She was the wife of the late Bishop Clarence Lawford-Redway of Patterson, NJ. To this union, were born 8 children.
Mother Redway was born October 30, 1923 in Simsrun, Jamaica W.I. daughter to the late Nathaniel and Rose (Simms) Johnson.
She was a long-standing member of Refuge Church of Christ...
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Anthony Crawford
July 11, 1974 - December 24, 2020
Mr. Anthony Jamil Ameer Crawford, 46, of Phoenix Ave, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, December 24, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital.
Mr. Crawford was born July 11, 1974 in Waterbury to Colleen (Crawford) Murray and the late Anthony Pittman.
Anthony was educated in the Hartford school system graduating from Hartford High School where he was a varsity basketball player. While in high school,...
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Elbert Johnikins
September 6, 1947 - December 24, 2020
Mr. Elbert E. Johnikins, 73 of Meriden Rd, passed away peacefully, Thursday, December 24, 2020 at Glendale Health Care Center in Naugatuck. He was the husband of Beulah (Whidbee) Johnikins.
Elbert was born September 16, 1947 the only son to the late Howard and Lucy Mae (Johnson) Johnikins.
He was educated in the NC school system where he graduated from Perquiman County Union High School in...
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Mack Jones
December 11, 1963 - December 23, 2020
Mr. Mack McKinley Jones, 57 of East Main Street, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at Waterbury Hospital.
Mr. Jones was born Dec 11,1963 in Waterbury a son to the late Arguster Percy and Helen (Williams) Jones.
Mack was educated in the Waterbury public school system. He was employed at Bender in Waterbury at the time of his death where he had been employed for many...
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Enrique Torres Perez
August 31, 1960 - December 22, 2020
Mr. Enrique Torres Perez, 60, of Race Street, Bristol, formerly of Waterbury, passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at his home.
Enrique was born August 31, 1960 in Ponce, PR to Enrique Torres and Ada Perez.
Wishing to make a better life for his family, he left PR, moved to Waterbury where he worked in construction for many years. He was a very hardworking man. When he was not working, he...
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Beatrice Saunders
June 9, 1933 - December 20, 2020
Mrs. Beatrice Saunders, 87, of N. Main St., passed away Sunday, December 20, 2020, at Autumn Lake HCC, Waterbury.
Mrs. Saunders was born June 9, 1933 in Wilson, NC. daughter to the late Richard Ruffin and Mary (Smith) Johnson.
Beatrice grew up in Wilson, NC where she was educated in the Public School System. After schooling, at an early age, she began to work to help out her family. Young...
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Dennis Bell
February 15, 1961 - December 17, 2020
Mr. Dennis Wilson Bell, 59, entered into eternal sunset, Thursday, December 17, 2020 at Regal Care Health Care Center.
Dennis' sunrise, February 15, 1961 in Waterbury, a son to the late Daisy Mae Bell and Rev. Jordan Langley Jr.
He was a graduate of Webster Elementary and Wilby High School of Waterbury. He continued his education, completing the State of CT Apprenticeship Program in...
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Daniel Horne
July 1, 1955 - December 17, 2020
Mr. Daniel Horne, 65, of Cherry St passed away Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020, at St. Mary's Hospital.
Mr. Horne was born July 1, 1955, in Lilesville, NC, to the late Daniel Horne and Julia (Horne) Mattocks.
Daniel was educated in the Waterbury public school system graduating from Webster grammar school and Kaynor Technical High School. He worked at various jobs as a toolmaker at Cly-del...
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Josephine Dunham
January 6, 1921 - December 17, 2020
Ms. Josephine Mae (McDonald) Dunham, 99, of Harris Circle, entered into eternal peace, Thursday, December 17, 2020, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Ms. Dunham was born January 6, 1921 in Waterbury to the late Manuel Corriea and Martha (Kershaw) McDonald.
Josephine was educated in the Waterbury public school system finishing in Florida. In her earlier years she had been...
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Gordon Craig Powell
February 2, 1967 - December 16, 2020
Mr. Gordon Craig (Askew) Powell, 53, of Meriden, CT formerly of Waterbury passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at Midstate Hospital in Meriden.
Gordon was born February 2, 1967 in Lawrence, Massachusetts a son of the late Sam Hester and Claudia (Powell) Askew Stevens. He was the first of four children born to his mother and the first of two children born to his father.
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Georgia Sumler
December 31, 1948 - December 15, 2020
Ms. Georgia Mae Sumler, 71, of Waterbury, fell asleep in death, after a battle with cancer, on Tuesday, December 15, 2020, at the Cheshire Regional Rehabilitation Center, in Cheshire, CT.
Ms. Sumler was born December 31, 1948 in Tuskegee, AL, daughter to the late Jesse Echols.
Georgia moved to Waterbury as a young child and was educated in the Waterbury Public School System. She began...
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Francisco Ignacio Cochran
July 31, 1943 - December 4, 2020
Mr. Francisco Ignacio Cochran, 77, of Cherry Street, passed away Friday, December 4, 2020 at Riverside Health and Rehabilitation in East Hartford.
Mr. Cochran was born July 31, 1943 in Arroyo, PR to the late, Francisco Ignacio Cochran and Gloria Gonzalez.
Educated in Arroyo, he also worked for the government for many years. He enjoyed walking around town where he would talk to people he...
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Heriberto Maldonado
May 24, 1962 - November 22, 2020
Mr. Heriberto Maldonado, 58, of East Liberty Street, passed away Sunday, November 22, 2020.
Heriberto was born May 24, 1962 in Naranjito, PR to the late Jesus Maldonado and Rosa Fuentes.
"Cuco" as he was known by all, was a very outgoing person. He was always smiling and joking. "Cuco" never took life for granted and lived life to the fullest. Every day he kept an upbeat attitude with
any...
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Merquiades Moya Diaz
December 11, 1948 - November 18, 2020
Mr. Merquiades Moya Diaz, 71, of East Farm Street, passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital. He was the husband of Nydia (Soto) Moya.
Mr. Moya Diaz was born on December 11, 1948 in Hatillo, PR to the late Bienvienda Diaz and Juan Moya.
He relocated to the US in 1991 where he resided until his passing. "Kido" as he was called worked in manufacturing before working with...
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Ana Gonzalez Rosado
December 2, 1977 - November 18, 2020
Ana K. Gonzalez Rosado, 42, of Beacon Street, passed away, Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at Yale New Haven Hospital.
Ana was born December 2, 1977 in Ponce PR, to the late Luis Gonzalez Rodriguez and Milta Rosado.
Ana was a strong woman, who was always fighter. She was a happy woman who enjoyed listening to music especially merengue and bachata. She loved bright and colorful things, her...
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William Wii Wii Mitchell III
January 12, 1961 - November 18, 2020
Mr. William Robert "WiiWii" Mitchell III, 59, of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at Waterbury Hospital.
"Wii Wii " as he was known by all was born January 12, 1961 in Waterbury, Connecticut. He was the eldest son of the late Myrna L. Jacobs and William R. Mitchell Jr.
William was international and throughout his life after leaving Waterbury, Connecticut...
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Lester Ivory Smith
March 3, 1965 - November 14, 2020
Mr. Lester Ivory Smith, 55, of Baldwin Street, passed away at St. Mary's Hospital VITAS after a long illness.
Mr. Smith was born March 3, 1965 in Waterbury a son to Barbara (Martin) Smith of Waterbury and the late Lake Smith.
Lester was educated in the Waterbury public school system. In his earlier years he worked for various companies throughout the area until his illness preventing him...
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Michael Jones
June 5, 1969 - November 13, 2020
Mr. Michael Jones, 51, of Candee Rd, Naugatuck, formerly of Waterbury, passed away Friday, November 13, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital.
Mr. Jones was born June 5, 1969 in Long Island NY a son to the late Claxton McNeil and Lottibell Jones.
Michael loved life and was full of life. He brought happiness and laughter to everyone he was with. He was always the life of the party. During his free...
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Javona Anna Marie Phiffer
August 8, 1993 - November 13, 2020
Ms. Javona Ann Marie Phiffer, 27 of Lakewood Rd, entered into eternal rest unexpectedly, Friday, November 13, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital.
Ms. Phiffer was born August 8, 1993 in Waterbury a daughter to Juvon Key and Rosa Phiffer-Knight.
Javona was educated in Waterbury graduating from Crosby High School. Javona was well known throughout Waterbury and surrounding areas. She was an outgoing...
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Jonathan Alexander Hicks
April 14, 1981 - November 11, 2020
Mr. Jonathan Alexander Hicks, of Idylwood Ave, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, November 11, 2020.
Jonathan was born April 14,1981 in New Haven, CT, Madaline Hanchard of Shelton, CT and Haywood Russel Hicks of Wethersfield, CT.
Jonathan attended Bassick High School in Bridgeport, CT and graduated from Job Corp in Chicopee, MA. As a young child, he was very mischievous but had a charm...
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Dorothy (Sprueill) Bellinger
December 12, 1937 - November 9, 2020
Ms. Dorothy "Dot" (Sprueill) Bellinger, 82 of Main Street, Danbury, departed this life, Monday November 9, 2020 at Glen Hill Rehabilitation Center.
Dorothy was born December 12, 1937 in Oak City, NC a daughter to the late Willie and Mahalia (Davis) Sprueill.
She was educated in the North Carolina School System before relocating to Danbury with her family at a young age in May of 1953....
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Chris Joel Castillo
March 28, 2006 - November 8, 2020
Mr. Chris Joel Castillo Colon, 14, of Prospect Street, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, November 8, 2020 at his home. God decides that his purpose here on earth was over.
Chris was born on March 28, 2006 in Bayamon, PR., a son to Miguel Castillo and Neysha Colon of PR.
"YOYO" as we affectionately called him, was educated in the Waterbury public school system where he was a freshman at...
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Myiah Amancio
May 1, 2017 - November 7, 2020
The Lord's Angels guided Myiah Altaiz Amancio to the Lord on November 7, 2020.
Myiah was an only child born May 1, 2017 in New Haven, CT at Yale Hospital
Myiah is survived by her mother, Scarlett Amancio, her daddy, Kenny Forges, her grandparents and a host of other family, friends and caregivers.
Myiah brought her family insurmountable joy. Myiah was different. While most children...
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Terry Anderson
September 24, 1964 - November 6, 2020
Mr. Terry Anderson longtime resident of Waterbury passed away unexpectedly, Friday, November 6, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital.
Terry was born September 25, 1964 in Wilson, NC, to the late Titus and Rosa (Anderson) Cothrine.
"Big T" as he was known by all was educated in the Waterbury public school system. Terry was well loved by all who knew him. He had an amazing sense of humor and kept his...
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Josiah Hunter
October 18, 1992 - November 3, 2020
Mr. Josiah Jordan Hunter, 28, of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, November 3, 2020.
Mr. Hunter was born October 18, 1992 in Waterbury, a son to Patricia Bostic and his adoptive parents Earl and Zaire (Butler) Hunter, who adopted him on January 16, 2001.
Josiah was educated in the Waterbury public school system and was currently pursuing a career in healthcare as a CNA. During...
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Alvin Gabriel Love
July 15, 1978 - October 30, 2020
Mr. Alvin Gabriel Love was manifested into this life on July 15, 1978 to Kaynsaich (Yon-Shay) Chanetta Love and Alvin Gabriel Williams at Yale New Haven Hospital in New Haven, CT. He sadly left this existence on October 30, 2020 after long battles with Heart Failure and Kidney Disease. Alvin was predeceased by his beloved Mother, Kaynsaich, in March of 1999. He leaves behind his beloved son,...
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Reyes Albelo
March 27, 1987 - October 29, 2020
Mr. Reyes E Albelo "Nano", 33, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, October 29, 2020 in Hartford.
Mr. Albelo was born March 27, 1987 in Waterbury to Reyes Albelo and the late Maria Vincent who passed away in 2012.
"Nano" as he was known by all earned his G.E.D from Enfield High School in 2015
making this one of his proudest accomplishments. Reyes was always the life of the party with the...
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Jayden D. Edwards
January 21, 2002 - October 28, 2020
Mr. Jayden De'Andre Edwards, 18, of Waterbury, entered into eternal rest, Wednesday, October 28, 2020, at Yale New Haven Hospital after a long battle with cancer, surrounded by his family.
Mr. Edwards was born January 21, 2002 in Danbury, CT, son to James (Gina Raiola) Edwards Jr. of Waterbury and Delvena Leak of Danbury.
In his younger years, Jayden was educated in the Danbury School...
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Edwin Gutierrez
December 14, 1951 - October 27, 2020
Mr. Edwin Gutierrez, Sr., 68, of Union Street, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, October 27, 2020. He was the widower of Abigail Gutierrez.
Mr. Gutierrez was born December 14, 1951, in Ponce, PR, a son to the late Felix Gutierrez and Carmen Ramos.
Edwin was educated in Puerto Rico. In his younger years, Edwin enjoyed swimming and baseball. He also played dominoes with his friends and...
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Alice Faye Tyner
October 1, 1946 - October 17, 2020
Ms. Alice Faye Tyner, 74, of Center Street, passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2020, at St. Mary's Hospital.
Ms. Tyner was born October 1, 1946, in Edenton, NC, a daughter to the late Leroy and Juanita (McClease) Tyner.
Alice was educated in the Washington and Chowan Counties School Systems. While in Edenton, she was employed at various jobs including The Coach House Inn as a housekeeper...
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Devona Olender
August 16, 1974 - October 16, 2020
Mrs. Devona "DeeDee" L. Olender, 46 of Wolcott Street, was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 16, 2020. She was the wife of William J. Olender.
Devona was born August 16, 1974 in Waterbury a daughter James Burton Sr. of Waterbury and Rochell (Kinion) (Burton) Lee of Tampa, FL.
DeeDee was educated in the Waterbury public school system grammar and middle school before...
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Bernice Tolson
May 23, 1938 - October 16, 2020
Ms. Bernice Betty Tolson, 82, of Nottingham Terrace, passed away Friday, October 16, 2020, at St. Mary's Hospital Vitas.
Ms. Tolson was born May 23, 1938 in Dover, DE daughter to the late Luther M.E. and Anna E (Gibbs) Tolson.
Bernice was educated in the Delaware Public School System before relocating to New York at the age of 14 where she completed her education. She continued her...
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Charlene Mongillo
March 7, 1948 - October 16, 2020
Ms. Charlene S. Mongillo, 72, of Washington Ave, Bridgeport, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2020, at Cambridge Health and Rehabilitation Center in Fairfiield, CT..
Ms. Mongillo was born March 7, 1948, in Bridgeport, CT, daughter to the late Charles Marri.
She leaves to cherish her memories two sons; Peter (Deborah) Mongillo III of Waterbury, Aaron Mongillo and his fiancée Carolynn...
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Wanda Roman
July 10, 1963 - October 14, 2020
Ms. Wanda Ivette Roman, 57 of angel Drive, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, October 8, 2020 at her home.
Wanda was born July 10, 1963 in Saint Isabel, PR to Cecilia Fernandez Roman of PR and the late Jose Ramon Roman Colon.
Wanda was educated in the Elizabeth and Newark, New Jersey school system after relocating along with her family. She then relocated to Waterbury where she resided...
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Lismarie Echevarria
October 16, 1985 - October 14, 2020
Miss. Lismarie Echevarria, 34, of Tudor Street, passed away, Friday, October 14, 2020, at, New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital.
Miss Echevarria was born October 16, 1985 in Ponce, Puerto Rico, a daughter to Jose and Minerva (Caraballo) Echevarria of Waterbury.
Lismarie was educated in the Puerto Rico School System. Her family wanted to find better healthcare for her, so they...
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William "Buddy" Jones, Sr.
June 7, 1933 - October 11, 2020
Mr. William Harold Jones, Sr., 87, of Dixwell Avenue, New Haven, passed away peacefully, on Sunday, October 11, 2020, at Connecticut Hospice, surrounded by his loving family. He was the widower of Christine (Ricks) Jones.
Mr. Jones was born June 7, 1933, in Nashville, NC, a son to the late James and Callie (Baker) Jones
.
"Buddy" as he was affectionately called, was educated in the North...
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Sweetie Adams
September 8, 1935 - October 3, 2020
Mrs. Sweetie Adams, 85, of Robbins St., passed away unexpectedly Saturday, October 3, 2020, at home.
Mrs. Adams was born September 8, 1935, in Montgomery, AL, daughter to the late John Henry and Julia Mae (Ballard) Stenson.
Sweetie was educated in the Alabama Public School System where she graduated from Carver High School. In 1967, she relocated to Waterbury. Sweetie was employed at...
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Violet James
May 27, 1932 - October 1, 2020
Mrs. Violet James, 88, of N. Main Street, Waterbury, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2020, at St. Mary's Hospital. She was the widow of Kenneth James, Sr.
Mrs. James was born May 27, 1932 in Waterbury, CT, a daughter to the late Louis and Margaret (Greene) Ridenhour.
"Sis" as she was affectionally known, was educated in the Waterbury Public School System graduating from Wilby High...
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Thomas Hutchins
March 13, 1948 - September 22, 2020
Waterbury: Mr. Thomas Jerry Hutchins, 72, of Transit St, passed away unexpectedly, Tues. September 22, 2020, at home. He was one of 14 Children.
Mr. Hutchins was born March 13, 1948, in Dowell, MD, son to the late Joseph E. and Cora (Curtis) Hutchins.
"Duck" or "Shorty", as he was lovingly called by his family and close friends, was educated in the Calvert County Public School System...
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Tiara Callegari
March 21, 1989 - September 20, 2020
Ms. Tiara Callegari, 31, of High Street, Baltic, CT formerly of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly, on Sunday, September 20, 2020, at home.
Ms. Callegari was born March 21, 1989, in Waterbury, CT, a daughter to John Walton of Cheshire, CT and the late Janet Callegari.
Tiara was educated in the Waterbury Public School System, attending Wallace Middle School and Crosby High School. She was...
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Valeria Sands
October 17, 1967 - September 19, 2020
Ms. Valeria Sands, 52, of Newport News, formerly of Waterbury, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2020, at Riverside Regional Medical Center, in VA.
Ms. Sands was born October 17, 1967, in Waterbury, daughter to the late George Lee Hurdle and Geneva Sands.
Valeria was educated in the Waterbury Public School System, graduating from Crosby High School. Valeria had a great love for and...
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Hubert "Hubie" Williamson
November 18, 1937 - September 14, 2020
Mr. Hubert "Hubie" Gordon Williamson, Jr., 82, of Nottingham Terrace, Waterbury, passed away, on Monday, September 14, 2020, at home.
Mr. Williamson, Jr., was born November 18, 1937, in Rocky Mount, NC, a son to the late Hubert and Annie Louise (Willams) Williamson, Sr.
"Brother", as he was known as by his family and close friends, was educated in the Waterbury Public School System,...
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Santia Dunbar
April 12, 1974 - September 9, 2020
Ms. Santia Dunbar, 46, of N. Main St, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2020, at St. Mary's Hospital.
Ms. Dunbar was born April 12, 1974 in Waterbury, CT, daughter to Ada (Rosado) Garcia and the late Jose Arroyo.
Santia was educated in the Waterbury Public School System and attended Kennedy High School. "Santi", as she was known as, loved life. She enjoyed spending time with her family,...
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Geovani Morales
July 3, 1981 - September 7, 2020
Mr. Geovani Morales, 39, of Walnut St, Waterbury, passed away Monday, September 7, 2020, at St. Mary's Hospital.
Mr. Morales was born July 3, 1981 in Ponce, PR, a son to Santos Morales and Lilliam (Tellado) Quinones of Waterbury, CT.
Geovani was educated in the Waterbury Public School System and attended Kennedy High School. He worked various jobs including construction with his father. He...
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Tajon Saunders
July 7, 1994 - September 4, 2020
Mr. Tajon "TJ" Saunders 26, of Calumet Street, entered into eternal peace unexpectedly on Friday September 4, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital.
Mr. Saunders was born July 7, 1994 in Waterbury a son to Jerry and Michelle (Brown) Saunders.
"TJ" as he was known by all was educated in the Waterbury public school system receiving his High School Diploma. Tajon worked various jobs with his dad in...
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Alicia Rivera
June 16, 1944 - September 2, 2020
Ms. Alicia Rivera, 76, of Waterbury, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2020, at St Mary's Hospital. She was the wife and life partner of Jose Ulise Mandia Acosta.
Ms. Rivera was born June 16, 1944, in Mayaguez, PR, a daughter to the late Monico Rivera and Maria Cruz. She was one of five children.
"Mama", as she was also known as, was a homemaker, mother, grandmother and great...
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Margaret Hunter
October 12, 1932 - August 29, 2020
Mrs. Margaret H. (Minnis) Hunter, 87, of Sheffield Street, Waterbury, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2020, at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill. She was the widow of Mr. Jerry Hunter Sr.
Mrs. Hunter was born October 12, 1932, in Waterbury, CT., a daughter to the late Frederick and Lillie (Gatling) Minnis.
Margaret was educated in the Waterbury Public School System where she attended...
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Evelyn Santiago
November 18, 1988 - August 27, 2020
Ms. Evelyn Santiago, 31, of Orange St, Waterbury, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital, surrounded by her loving and supportive family.
Ms. Santiago was born November 18, 1988, in Waterbury, CT, a daughter to Enrique Santiago of Waterbury, and Evelyn Madera of Seattle Washington.
"Eevi" as she was also known as, was educated in the Waterbury Public School System....
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Patricia Gee
March 15, 1946 - August 25, 2020
Ms. Patricia Ann (Hicks) Gee, 74, of Mountain Laurel Dr., passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2020, after a long illness.
Ms. Gee was born March 15, 1946, in Los Angeles, CA, daughter to the late, Clarence Thomas and Ollie (Oliver) Trawick.
"Noni", as she was known as, was educated in the Public School System and graduated from Crosby High School, in CT. She also attended and graduated from...
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Corrine Wade
January 25, 1941 - August 24, 2020
Mrs. Corrine Joan (Crockett) Wade, 79, of Lincoln Street, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2020, at Beacon Brook Health Center in Naugatuck. She was the widow of Ronald Cecil Wade.
Mrs. Wade was born January 25, 1941 in Laurel DE, a daughter to the late William and Yancy (Cottman) Stewart.
"Nanna", as she was also known as, was educated in the Laurel Public School System. She was employed...
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Danielle Beamon
October 12, 1965 - August 18, 2020
Ms. Danielle "DeeDee" Faith Beamon, 54, of Grove Street, passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at St. Mary's VITAS unit after a brief illness.
Danielle was born October 12, 1965 in Waterbury a daughter to the late Thomas and Ruth (Fitzgerald) Beamon.
DeeDee was educated in the Waterbury public school system. She was employed by the Salvation Army of Waterbury where she held a long-term...
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David Johnson, Jr.
May 5, 1939 - August 10, 2020
Mr. David Joseph Johnson, Jr. 81, of Buckley Lane, Prospect, passed away, Monday, August 10, 2020, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Johnson was born May 5, 1939, in Baltimore, MD, a son to the late David and Bertha (Prince) Johnson Sr.
"DJ", as he was known by all, relocated to Waterbury in the early forties where he was educated in the Waterbury public school system. In...
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Johnny Gatling
December 10, 1949 - August 4, 2020
Mr. Johnny Alton Gatling, 70, of Fiske Street, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2020, at Waterbury Hospital, after a long battle with cancer. He was the husband of Juliette (Stevenson) Gatling.
Mr. Gatling was born December 10, 1949, in Ahoskie, NC, a son to the late Denzel Gatling and Cleo Holly Madison.
Johnny was educated in the Ahoskie Public School System and had the highest IQ in...
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Lucy Chapman
September 20, 1932 - July 31, 2020
Mrs. Lucy C. (Payne) Chapman, 87, of Waterbury, passed away peacefully, on Friday, July 31, 2020, surrounded by her loving family. She was the widow of Joseph Arnold Chapman. They were happily married for 37 years.
Mrs. Chapman was born September 20, 1932, in Altavista, VA, a daughter to the late Harrie Edward Payne and Elizabeth Eggleston.
Lucy was educated in the Virginia School...
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Jesse Griffin
January 10, 1954 - July 24, 2020
Mr. Jesse Lawrence Griffin, 66 of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 24, 2020. He was the husband of Patricia (Rucker) Griffin of Bridgeport.
Mr. Griffin was born January 10, 1954 in East Tallassee, AL, a son to the late Jesse Griffin and Fannie Kate (Crawford) (Griffin) Morgan.
Jesse was educated in the Tallapoosa County School System. He discontinued his education at an...
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Alfred Turner
September 3, 1964 - July 20, 2020
Mr. Alfred L. Turner, Jr., 55, of Pine Street, passed away unexpectedly, on Monday, July 20, 2020. He was the husband of Shelly (Gibbs) Turner.
Mr. Turner was born September 3, 1964, in Opelika, AL, a son to the late Alfred Turner Sr. and Jeanette (Dawson) Love.
Alfred was educated in Atlanta, GA., public school system and graduated from Skyline High School in ATL before relocating to...
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Kayson Langhorn
July 18, 2020
Mr. Kayson Terrell Langhorn, 22, of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly, on July 18, 2020, at Waterbury Hospital.
Mr. Langhorn was born August 3, 1997, in Yonkers, NY, a son to Keith Langhorn of Waterbury, CT and the late Preya Bowen.
"Kay Kay", as he was well known as, was educated in the Yonkers School System, until he relocated to CT, in 2011, where he continued his education. He created...
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Howard Roscoe
July 8, 1934 - July 18, 2020
Mr. Howard Roscoe, Jr. 86, of Waterbury, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2020, at RegalCare at Waterbury.
Mr. Roscoe was born July 8, 1934 in Gatesville, NC., a son to the late Howard and Gladys (Winslow) Roscoe, Sr.
Howard was educated in the Gates County Public School System. He later relocated from NC and moved to Waterbury, where he met Jean Delois Love. The two were married in holy...
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Rosa "Rosie" Antoinette Blash
September 11, 1988 - July 5, 2020
Ms. Rosa Antoinette Blash, 31 of Gilbert Lane, Branford, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, July 5, 2020.
Ms. Blash was born September 11, 1988, in Waterbury, CT, a daughter to Winonna Blash of Waterbury, CT and Anthony Lawson of Atlanta, TX.
"Rosie", as she was known as, was educated in the Waterbury Public School System, graduating from Kennedy High School. After High School, she attended...
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Dajon Digsby
July 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020
Babyboy Dajon A'saad Digsby, of Waterbury, passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at Yale New Haven Children's Hospital.
Dajon was born in New Haven, CT, on July 1, 2020, a son to Du-Vonte Zimmerman and Aleicha A. Digsby of Waterbury.
Besides his mother, Dajon is survived by his grandparents; Rolanda Martin and Duwane Digsby of Waterbury, two aunts; Jalicia Digsby and Ja'net...
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Ricardo DeJesus
September 5, 1976 - June 28, 2020
Mr. Ricardo DeJesus Roman, 43, of New Britain, formerly of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, June 28, 2020.
Ricardo was born September 5, 1976 in Carolina, PR, a son to Florentino DeJesus of Puerto Rico and the late Nilda Roman.
He was educated in Puerto Rico before moving to CT. He was employed by Walmart where he worked as a stocker until his passing. He was...
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Walter Andrews
February 19, 1930 - June 19, 2020
Mr. Walter David Andrews, 90, of Waterville St, passed away unexpectedly Friday, June 19, 2020, at his home surrounded, by his loving family. He was the widower of Pallis (Reeder) Andrews.
Mr. Andrews was born on February 19, 1930 in Richland, North Carolina, a son to the late Walter and Mary Alice (Ward) Andrews.
Walter was educated in the North Carolina Public School System and later...
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Kenneth Albert Clark
November 15, 1954 - June 3, 2020
Mr. Kenneth Albert Clark, 65, of North Leonard Street, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at Yale New Haven Hospital after a brief illness.
Kenny was born November 15, 1954 in Tallassee Pusa, AL a son to the late, Moses and Mary (Jones) Clark.
"Hollywood" as he was known was educated and attended, Walsh School, Hendriken School and also Southbury Training School. He worked in construction...
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Dorothy Louise Terry
November 20, 1935 - May 29, 2020
Mrs. Dorothy Louise (Crump) Terry, 84, of Waterbury, formerly of Richmond, VA, passed away peacefully, Friday, May 29, 2020, at RegalCare at Waterbury. She was the wife of Willie Lee Terry of Richmond, VA.
Mrs. Terry was born November 20, 1935, in Quinton, VA, a daughter to the late Ernest and Alberta Crump.
"Louise", as she was affectionately called, was educated in the Virginia Public...
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Marion "Jean" Carroway
September 20, 1952 - May 14, 2020
Ms. Marion J. Carroway, 67, of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly, on Thursday May 14, 2020.
Ms. Carroway was born September 20, 1952, in Cheraw, SC, a daughter to the late Lloyd Scott and Naomi (Chapman) Carroway.
"Jean", as she was also known as, was educated in the Waterbury Public School System. She was employed at Chemick Factory in 2001, Uniroyal, and more recently at Shoprite, as a...
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James Brown
January 13, 1935 - May 11, 2020
Mr. James William Brown, 85, of Naugatuck, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2020, at Waterbury Hospital. He was the widower of Mrs. Carrie Brown.
Mr. Brown was born January 13, 1935, in Suffolk, VA, a son to the late Marcellus and Mary (Morris) Brown.
"JB", as he was also known as, was educated in the Virginia Public School System. He became a self- employed mechanic. "JB" enjoyed working on...
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Donshawn A. Jones
March 28, 1979 - May 10, 2020
Mr. Donshawn Jones, 41, of Waterbury, passed away on Saturday May 9, 2020, unexpectedly.
Mr. Jones was born on March 28, 1979, in Waterbury, CT, a son to the late Donald and Alice Ruth (Jones) Flemming.
Donshawn was educated in the Waterbury Public School System. He was a happy person and was known for his infectious smile and always having a joke to tell. There was never a dull moment with...
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Monica Daniel
May 17, 1949 - May 7, 2020
Mrs. Monica Daniel, 70, of Waterbury, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2020, at home.
Mrs. Daniel was born May 17, 1949 in St. Kitts, USVI, a daughter to the late Amabelle Rennix and James Nicholls.
"Derry", as she was also known as, was educated in the St. Kitts School System and graduated with high honors at Sandy Pint High School in St. Kitts. After graduation, she met Viscount Doyling...
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Rafael Perez
November 14, 1969 - May 3, 2020
Mr. Rafael Enrique Perez Buret, 50, of Waterbury, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2020, at St. Mary's Hospital. He was the husband of Mrs. Letty (Ramirez) Perez.
Mr. Perez was born in Santo Domingo, DR, November 14, 1969, a son to Petronila Buret of Dominican Republic and the late Hermogene Perez.
Rafael was educated in the Dominican Republic. He enjoyed cooking, fishing, dancing, spending...
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Mary Lewis
March 25, 1931 - May 3, 2020
Mrs. Mary E. (Minnis) Lewis, 89, of Waterbury, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2020, at Abbott Terrace Health Center. She was the widow of the late Jeremiah Lewis.
Mrs. Lewis was born March 25, 1931, in Waterbury, CT., a daughter to the late Frederick and Lillie (Gatling) Minnis.
Mary was educated in the Waterbury Public School System and graduated from Crosby High School. After high school,...
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David Gatling
May 1, 1948 - May 2, 2020
Mr. David Gatling, 72, of Waterbury, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2020, from an unfortunate accident. He was the widow of Louise (Burrus) Gatling.
Mr. Gatling was born May 1, 1948, in Waterbury, CT. a son to the late Jimmie Lee and Winnifred (Gatling) Blash Sr.
David was educated in the Waterbury Public School System. He worked various jobs. He most recently worked at McDonalds, where he...
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Shaneice Copeland
July 6, 1988 - May 1, 2020
Miss. Shaniece Copeland, 31, of Waterbury, CT. died unexpectedly on May 1, 2020.
Miss Copeland was born on July 6, 1988 in Waterbury, Ct., the daughter of Mr. Alan Copeland of Waterbury and the late Rita Jones of Waterbury.
"DaDay", as she was so affectionately called, was educated in the Waterbury Public School System. She was the manager at Taco Bell. Shaneice loved to dance, listen to...
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Fletcher Dunbar, Jr,
February 19, 1948 - April 20, 2020
Mr. Fletcher Dunbar Jr. 72, of Danbury, formerly of Waterbury, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2020, at Danbury Hospital.
Mr. Dunbar was born in Waterbury, CT, February 19, 1948, a son to the late Fletcher and Carrie (Williams) Dunbar, Sr.
"Fletch" or "Jr.", as he was so affectionately called, was a very happy person, that loved singing the blues, playing his guitar, and the keyboard. He...
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Martha Love
September 17, 1951 - April 20, 2020
Ms. Martha Love, 68, of Waterbury, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2020 at Waterbury Gardens Nursing Home, in Waterbury, CT. She was the widow of William Love.
Ms. Love was born September 17, 1951, in Tuskegee, AL, daughter to the late Ocie and Rebecca (Harris) Levett.
Martha was educated in the Macon County School System. She had humble beginnings growing up in Macon County, Alabama. ...
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Juanita Wright
October 24, 1930 - April 19, 2020
Mrs. Juanita C. Wright, 89, of Waterbury, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2020, at Waterbury Hospital.
Mrs. Wright was born on October 24, 1930 in Franklin, VA, a daughter to the late Samuel and Fannie (Council) Cross.
Juanita was in the Virginia Public School System. "Big Momma", as she was so affectionately called, worked at Anaconda for over 20 years, until her retirement. She was the...
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Arthur Turner, Sr.
September 3, 1937 - April 19, 2020
Mr. Arthur P. "Junior" Turner Sr., 82 of Newport News, VA formerly of Waterbury, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2020 after a brief illness. He was the widower of Mary L. (Wilkerson) Turner.
Arthur P. Turner was born in Winnfield, Louisiana on September 3, 1937 to the late Phene and Vida (Kelly) Turner. He was the last of ten children, seven boys and three girls. He received his formal education...
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Fannie McDougald
March 1, 1946 - April 19, 2020
Waterbury: Mrs. Fannie McDougald, 74, of Wolcott, passed away, after a brief illness, on Sunday, April 19, 2020, at St. Mary's Hospital. She was the wife of Mr. Keneth McDougald.
Mrs. McDougald was born on March 1, 1946 in Lillington, NC, daughter to the late Linwood and Corenna (McNeil) McLean.
Besides her husband of 52 years, she leaves to cherish her memory a son; Kenneth McDougald of...
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Henrietta Townley
August 23, 1939 - April 18, 2020
Mrs. Henrietta Mae (Young) Townley, 80, of Cossette Street, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, April 18, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital. She was the wife of Mr. Leo Townley.
Henrietta was born August 23,1939 in Mineral Springs North Carolina a daughter to the late Henry and Beulah (Ewing) Young.
After high school Mrs. Townley worked for many years at Uniroyal Manufacturing Company working...
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Addie Parker
December 22, 1938 - April 13, 2020
Ms. Addie Lee Parker, 81, of Waterbury, entered eternal rest on Monday, April 13, 2020, at Abbott Terrace Health Center, as a result, of complications, of the Coronavirus. She was the widow of the late Henry Parker.
Ms. Parker was born in Gastonia, NC on December 22, 1938, a daughter to the late Arthur and Roberta (Hoyle) Robinson.
Addie was educated in the North Carolina School System....
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Cora Myers
December 25, 1933 - April 12, 2020
Ms. Cora Luveria "Nin" Myers, 86, Passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2020, at Abbott Terrace Nursing Home, after a long illness.
Ms. Myers was born in Plymount, NC on December 25, 1933, a daughter to the late Mathew and Marion (Myers) Gatlin.
Cora was educated in the Creswell School System, where she exercised her gift for singing in competitions. At an early age she received Jesus as her...
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Reyes Sanchez
January 7, 1955 - April 11, 2020
Ms. Reyes Sanchez, 65 of Camp Street, passed away Saturday April 11, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital, VITAS.
Ms. Sanchez was born January 7, 1955 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic a daughter to the late, Andres Lares and Estella Sanchez.
She attended private school at Fidel Ferrer, secondary private schooling at Domingo F. Sarmiento graduating in 1972. After relocating to NY, she studied...
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James Edward Spruill
May 19, 1933 - April 9, 2020
Mr. James Edward Spruill, 86, of Williams Street Danbury, passed away, Thursday, April 9, 2019 at Danbury, Hospital. He was the widower of May (Ladson) Spruill.
Mr. Spruill was born, May 19, 1933 in Oak City, NC, a son to the late Willis and Mahaly (Davis) Spruill.
"Eddie" as he was known, was educated in the North Carolina school system before coming to Danbury in 1950 where he resided...
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