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
Phyllis Lamb
October 25, 1925 - January 23, 2020
Phyllis L. Lamb, 94, of Waterbury, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at Wolcott View Manor, surrounded by her loving family. She was the widow of the late Alonzo A. Lamb.
Phyllis was born October 25, 1925, in Waterbury, a daughter to the late Weldon and Nettie (Clapp) Foust.
Mrs. Lamb was educated in the Waterbury Public School System. She worked various jobs and...
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Margarita Martinez-Rodriguez
February 27, 1948 - January 20, 2020
Mrs. Margarita Martinez-Rodriguez, 71, of Pine Street, passed away on Monday, January 20th 2020.
She was born Feb 27, 1948 in Catano, PR to the late Pedro Martinez and Elena Rodriguez.
Margarita was educated in the Waterbury Public School System and went on to college, graduating with a degree in Nursing. She worked hard and put her all into making everyone happy. She had a passion for...
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Grace E. Jobe
September 22, 1929 - January 16, 2020
Mrs. Grace E. Jobe, 90, of 49 Elmwood Ave, passed away on January 16, 2020. She was the widow of Charles Jobe.
Grace was born September 22, 1929, in Gatesville, North Carolina, a daughter to Willie and Dolly "Baby" (Hurdle) Hoffler.
Grace was educated in the North Carolina school system and attended Booker T Washington High School. In the 1950s, Grace came to Waterbury, CT, where she...
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Helen Franks
September 6, 1937 - January 8, 2020
Ms. Helen Marie Franks, 82, of Waterbury, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, January 8th, 2020, at home, surrounded by her family.
Helen was born in Washington DC, on September 6, 1937, a daughter to the late Ray Franks and Lena (Murrill) Franks.
Ms. Franks attended and graduated from Spingarn High School in Washington DC before moving to Waterbury in 1957. She had various jobs including ...
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Robert Fryer
February 27, 1963 - January 6, 2020
Mr. Robert W. Fryer, 56, of Houston TX (formerly of Waterbury)., passed away unexpectedly, on Monday, January 6, 2020, at Wolcott View Manor.
Robert was born in Newburgh, NY, on February 27, 1963, a son to Patricia M. Fryer of Waterbury, CT and Robert E. Fryer of Utica, NY.
Mr. Fryer became a member of Zion Baptist Church at an early age and also attended and graduated from Crosby High...
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Muhammad Sharif Ibn Imam Muhammad Abdul-Malik
June 24, 1978 - December 18, 2019
Mr. Muhammad Sharif Ibn Imam Muhammad Abdul-Malik, 41, of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 18, 2019.
Mr. Abdul-Malik was born June 24, 1978 in Brooklyn, NY, a son to the late Muhammad and Najma (Barbara Hutchinson) Abdul-Malik.
"Sharif", as he was also known as, was educated by his parents and in the Public School Systems of Coney Island, and Waterbury, Connecticut...
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Wallace Arline
May 1, 1939 - December 5, 2019
Mr. Wallace Arline, 80, of W. Main Street, passed away Wednesday, December 5, 2019, at Wolcott View Manor.
Mr. Arline was born May 1, 1939, in Gatesville, NC, a son to the late Thomas and Annie (Stallings) Arline.
Wallace was educated in the NC Public School System. During his adult years, Wallace relocated to Waterbury, where he resided until his passing. He had various jobs throughout the...
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Tracy Miles
November 14, 1973 - December 3, 2019
Ms. Tracy Lashawn Miles, 46, of Waterbury, departed this life unexpectedly and peacefully, on Tuesday December 3, 2019, at Hartford Hospital.
Ms. Miles was born in Brooklyn, NY on November 14, 1973, a daughter to Billy McIver and the late Minnie Pearl Miles.
Tracy grew up and attended school in Brooklyn before relocating to Connecticut. She had a beautiful smile and was the life any party....
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Regina Rios
February 16, 1940 - December 1, 2019
Mrs. Regina Kondratas Rios, 79, of Waterbury, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2019, at St. Mary's Hospital.
Mrs. Rios was born in Siauliai, Lithuania on February 16, 1940 to the late Alfonso and Julia Kondratas.
Mrs. Rios attended Saint Joseph's Catholic School and later became employed and retired from Burndy Factory. Regina was proud of her Lithuanian heritage and was a spiritual...
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Bernice "Bunk" Eason
August 10, 1940 - November 29, 2019
Mr. Bernice B. Eason, 79, of Waterbury, departed this life on Friday, November 29, 2019 at Connecticut Hospice in Branford, CT. He was the husband of Merlie (Tyler) Eason.
Mr. Eason was born on August 10, 1940 in Hobbsville, NC to the late Charlie Jr. and Mary Elizabeth (Winslow) Eason.
"Bunk" as he was known by all, was educated in the North Carolina public school system and graduated from...
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Gregory A. Dunn
January 8, 1956 - November 27, 2019
Mr. Gregory Allen Dunn, 63, of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly, on November 27, 2019.
Mr. Dunn was born in Cleveland, TN., on January 8, 1956, to the late McKenely (My Tire Man) and Dorothy (Dunn) Dawson.
"Dunn", as he was also known as, attended school in Cleveland. He worked at Southbury Training School for several years and Timex for a couple of years, before his accident. Until his...
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Milagros Rosado
December 15, 1940 - November 27, 2019
Ms. Milagros Rosado, 78, of Laurel Street, died Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at VITAS, St. Mary's Hospital.
She was born December 15, 1940 in Vega Alta, PR to the late Maria Rosado and Maria Rivera.
Milagros leaves children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.
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Jose Morales, Sr.
May 1, 1964 - November 25, 2019
Mr. Jose Antonio Morales Sr., 55, of Sharon Road, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly on Monday, November 25, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Myrna (Perez) Morales.
Jose was born in Manhattan, New York on May 1st, 1964, son of Casilda (Flores) Morales of Waterbury and the late Santiago Morales Sr.
He was a graduate of Hartford High School and worked many...
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Luis Castro
February 19, 1990 - November 23, 2019
Mr. Luis Alfredo Castro Tiburcio, 29, of Maple Street, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, November 23, 2019 at St. Mary's Hospital.
Luis was born February 19, 1990 in Santo Domingo, Domenic Republic son to Cristobal Castro of Waterbury and the late Maria Victoria (Tiburcio) Castro.
He was educated in Waterbury public school system, finishing school in Waterbury Adult Ed graduating 2010 at...
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Shirley Knight
August 1, 1939 - November 22, 2019
Ms. Shirley Lenette Knight, 80, of Hamden, passed away, Friday, November 22, 2019 at Cheshire Regional Rehabilitation Center.
Ms. Knight was born August 1, 1939 in Waterbury a daughter to the late Fragher and Geneva (Dildy) Knight.
Shirley was a graduate of Walsh School, Wilby High School Class of 1957 and Post Junior College Class of 1961. She was a long time member of the Church of God in...
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Sheila Torres
December 14, 1985 - November 22, 2019
Ms. Sheila Torres, 33, of Waterbury, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2019.
Ms. Torres was born in Brooklyn, NY on December 14, 1985, a daughter to Marcos Torres and Mayra Gonzalez.
Sheila attended Wilby High School in Waterbury, CT. She loved to cook, dance, and listen to music. She also loved to spend time with her family. She was such a caring, funny, and outgoing person that will be...
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Madison Banegas
October 14, 2017 - November 13, 2019
Ms. Madison Yamileth Banegas, 2, died unexpectedly on Nov. 13th, 2019.
Madison was born in Waterbury, CT on October 14, 2017 to Mirian Banegas and Jairo Hernandez.
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Dontrell Tillman
November 22, 1988 - November 11, 2019
Mr. Dontrell Tillman, 30, of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly, on Monday November, 11, 2019.
Mr. Tillman was born in Waterbury, CT, on November 22, 1988, to Larry Mason Sr. and the late Karissa Porter. He was adopted by Juanita Tillman.
Dontrell was educated in the Waterbury Public School System and worked several jobs. His dream job was to be a welder. He had just enrolled in school to...
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Paul Brett
December 23, 1957 - November 11, 2019
Mr. Paul Anthony Brett, 61, of Abbott Terrace, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2019, at Waterbury Hospital.
Mr. Brett was born in London, England, on December 23, 1957 to the late Lloyd and Violet (Pitkin) Brett, the 2nd of their 4 children.
"P Paul" as he was affectionately called, along with his family, migrated to Jamaica in 1967. He attended Mico Practising School in 1968, and The...
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Roland Johnson, Sr.
May 27, 1945 - November 11, 2019
Bishop Roland Johnson Sr., 74, passed away unexpectedly, on Monday, November 11, 2019. He was the husband of Melba (Morrison) Johnson.
Bishop Johnson was born on May 27, 1945 in Elizabeth City, NC, a son to the late Linwood W. and Queenie (Cherry) Johnson.
Bishop Johnson was educated in the Elizabeth City Public School System and graduated from P.W. Moore High School. He achieved an...
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Abraham Digsby
June 5, 1930 - November 9, 2019
Mr. Abraham Digsby, 89, of Dikeman Street, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2019. He was the widower of Madeline (Stephens) Digsby.
Mr. Digsby was born on June 5, 1930, in Free Hill, St. Mary, Jamaica a son to the late Earnest Digsby and Ethlyn Reid.
Mr. Digsby was a member of Shalom S.D.A. Church in Waterbury, where he served as a Deacon for several years. He was an avid gardener and...
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Abraham Digsby
June 5, 1930 - November 8, 2019
Mr. Abraham Digsby, 89, of Dikeman Street, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2019. He was the widower of Magdeline (Stephens) Digsby.
Mr. Digsby was born on June 5, 1930, in Free Hill, St. Mary, Jamaica a son to the late Earnest Digsby and Ethlyn Reid.
Mr. Digsby came to Waterbury in the 1980's where he resided until his passing. Throughout his life he worked as farmworker for many years,...
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Timmy Figgs
January 4, 1958 - November 5, 2019
Mr. Timmy Earl Figgs, 61, of Woodtick Road, departed this life unexpectedly, Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at St. Mary's Hospital. He was the widower of Annette C. Petteway-Figgs.
Mr. Figgs was born in Waterbury on January 4, 1958 a son of the late Willie Wilson Hurdle Sr. and Essie Mae (Figgs) Lewis. A life-long resident of Waterbury Mr. Figgs graduated from Wilby High School and went on to...
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John Monroe
January 1, 1930 - November 2, 2019
Mr. John Wesley Monroe, 88, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2019, after a long illness at St. Mary's Hospital (VITAS). He was the husband of Ruth (Webber) Monroe for 46 years.
Mr. Monroe was born on December 31, 1930, in Laurinburg, NC, to the late Less and Martha (Easterling) Monroe.
Mr. Monroe attended school in Laurinburg and helped work on the farm with his parents, until he was 18...
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Kendal Wade
March 12, 1976 - October 29, 2019
Mr. Kendal Wade Sr., 43 of East Main Street, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at Danbury Hospital.
Mr. Wade was born March 12, 1976 in Waterbury a son to Carol Wade of Waterbury and the late Efrem Collins.
Kendal was educated in the Waterbury public school system graduating from JF Kennedy High School. He worked for various companies in the area in his younger years. He...
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Edward Nixon, Jr.
May 15, 1934 - October 27, 2019
Mr. Edward Nixon Jr., 85, of Crown Street, passed away on Sunday October 27, 2019, at home. He was the Widower of Hattie (Miller) Nixon.
Mr. Nixon was born in Elizabeth City, NC, on May 15, 1934, a son to the late Edward and Lina Bell (Williams) Nixon Sr.
Mr. Nixon was educated in the Elizabeth City Public School System. After School, he moved to Waterbury, CT and started working at Timex...
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Alvin S. Saunders
September 14, 1966 - October 18, 2019
Mr. Alvin Sylvester Saunders, 53, of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 18, 2019. He was the Fiancé of Priscilla Smith.
Mr. Saunders was born in Chowan, NC on September 14, 1966, a son to the late William Britt and the late Mildred (Saunders) Phiffer.
"Al Ninyo" as he was so lovingly called, was educated in the Public School System and graduated from Crosby High School....
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Leida Castro
June 12, 1940 - October 17, 2019
Waterbury: Ms. Leida E. Vega Castro, 79, died on Thursday, Oct 17th at Waterbury Hospital.
Ms. Castro was born in Sabana Grande, PR, on June 12, 1940, to her late parents; Domingo Vega and Concepcion Castro Ortiz.
"Mamita" as she was so affectionately called, was such a happy person and enjoyed going to her Catholic Church. She enjoyed the beach, traveling, and going out to restaurants. She...
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Abigail Mejil
May 12, 1937 - October 17, 2019
Ms. Abigail Mejil, 82, of Donahue Street, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 17, 2019 at St. Mary's Hospital.
Ms. Mejil was born in Guanica, PR, on May 12, 1937, a daughter to the late Raul and Ester (Cuevas) Mejil.
"Mamita" as she was affectionately called by her friends and family, was educated in the Public School system in Puerto Rico and later relocated to Brooklyn NY. ...
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Erma Eason
April 4, 1925 - October 14, 2019
Mrs. Erma (Hurdle) Eason, 94, of Warner Street, departed this life Monday, October 14, 2019, at Abbott Terrace Health Center. She was the widow of Lester Eason.
Mrs. Eason was born in Gatesville, North Carolina on April 4, 1925, a daughter to the late Jessie and Viola (Roscoe) Hurdle.
"Sister" as she was also known as, was educated in the Gatesville Public School System and graduated from...
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Elias Nazario
August 13, 1960 - October 6, 2019
Mr. Elias Nazario, 59, of Hartford, CT, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 6, 2019, surrounded by his loving family, at Hartford Hospital. He was the husband of Virginia (Santiago) Nazario.
Mr. Nazario was born in Bridgeport, CT on August 13, 1960, a son to Mr. Ramon Luis Nazario of Schenectady, NY and Evangelista Nazario of Waterbury, CT.
Elias was educated in the Waterbury Public...
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Universal "UV" Yancey
May 1, 1989 - September 30, 2019
Mr. Universal Zequan Yancey, 30, of Waterbury, entered into eternal rest, unexpectedly, on Monday, September 30, 2019.
Mr. Yancey was born on May 1, 1989, in New Haven, CT to Denise Haynes of New Haven, CT and the late Universal Yancey.
"UV" as he was also known as, was educated in the New Haven Public School system. After high school, he obtained his Class-A CDL from New England Tractor...
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Jeffrey Zimmerman
December 23, 1960 - September 25, 2019
Mr. Jeffrey Zimmerman, 58, of Long Hill Road, Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 26, 2019, at his home.
Mr. Zimmerman was born in Waterbury on December 23, 1960, a son to the late James and Marcellous (Tyson) Zimmerman, Sr.
Jeffrey was educated in the Wolcott Public School System and graduated from Wolcott High School. Jeffrey was a happy person and loved to stay...
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Cristian Quinones-Lugo
June 16, 2000 - September 24, 2019
Mr. Cristian Quinones-Lugo, 19, of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly, on September 24, 2019.
Mr. Quinones-Lugo was born in Ponce, PR on June 16, 2000, a son to Angel Quinones and Silvia Lugo of Waterbury.
Cristian was educated in the Waterbury Public School System and graduated from Waterbury Career Academy. While at WCA, he majored in manufacturing during his sophomore year, but later...
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Carol Hall
April 26, 1947 - September 21, 2019
Ms. Carol (Creddo) Hall, 72, of Waterbury, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2019, at St. Mary's Hospital.
Ms. Hall was born April 26, 1947, in Waterbury, CT, a daughter to the late Louis Creddo and Marie (Dematteis) Castellano.
Carol was educated in the Waterbury School System and graduated from Wilby High School. After high school she worked at Southbury Training School for a short...
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Ronald Sheppard
June 25, 1966 - September 6, 2019
Mr. Ronald Justice Sheppard, 53, of Waterbury, passed away, on Friday, September 6, 2019.
Mr. Sheppard was born in Brooklyn, NY, on June 25, 1966, a son to Shirley (Quintyne) Sheppard of Fort Myers, FL, and the late Willie Sheppard.
Mr. Sheppard went to St. Fortuna grammar school in Brooklyn NY, and Long Island Holy Trinity High School. After high school, he went to stay with a special...
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Hector Lopez
March 17, 1951 - September 6, 2019
Mr. Hector Lopez, 68, of Platt Street, passed away Friday, Sept. 6, 2019 at Waterbury Hospital after a long battle with cancer and is now resting in the arms of the Lord. He was the widower of Sheila Lopez Rivera.
Hector was born March 17, 1951, in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico to Leonides Caban Lopez of Waterbury and the late Juan Lopez. The family relocated to Stamford, CT, in 1966 and then to...
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Mirian Collazo
September 26, 1964 - September 1, 2019
Mrs. Marian Collazo, 54, of Waterbury, passed away, unexpectedly, on Sunday, September 1, 2019. She was the wife of Mr. Luciano Lizardo.
Mrs. Collazo was born in Springfield, IL, on September 26, 1964 to Carmen Vasquez and the late Alfredo Collazo.
She was educated in the Springfield Public School System. She also attended and graduated from American College of Puerto Rico, with a...
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Arlean Fernandez
March 9, 1951 - August 19, 2019
Ms. Arlean (Thomas) Fernandez, 68, of Waterbury, gained her wings, unexpectedly on Monday, August 19, 2019 at her home.
Ms. Fernandez was born March 9, 1951 in Tuskegee AL, a daughter to the late Robert and Rose Lee (Harvey) Thomas Sr.
Arlean was educated in the Waterbury Public School System after relocating to Waterbury where she resided until her passing. She was employed by Coyne...
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Jean Carlos Rentas-Figueroa
August 3, 1991 - August 13, 2019
Mr. Jean Carlos Rentas-Figueroa, 28 of Cleveland, OH, formerly of Waterbury, died, unexpectedly, on Tuesday, August 13th. He was the husband of Stephanie Rentas.
Mr. Rentas-Figueroa was born in Ponce, PR, on August 3, 1991, to Carlos Rentas of Ponce, Pr., and Nancy Figueroa of Waterbury.
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Linda Mae Dunham
April 25, 1950 - August 4, 2019
Ms. Linda Mae Dunham, 69, of Waterbury, passed away, at Abbott Terrace, on Sunday August 4th, 2019.
Ms. Dunham was born in Waterbury, CT on April 25, 1950, a daughter to Josephine (McDonald) Dunham and the late Amos Linwood Mercer Sr.
She leaves to cherish her memories one daughter, Tenecia Robinson and one son, Andrew Robinson.
She will be missed by all who loved and knew her.
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Wilbert "Bill" Kinion, Sr.
September 16, 1932 - August 1, 2019
Mr. Wilbert W. Kinion Sr., 86, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2019, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Louvenia (Mosley) Kinion.
Mr. Kinion was born in Jacksonville, NC on September 16, 1932, a son to the late Mr. John and Beatrice (Rhodes) Kinion and raised by his Stepmother, Beatrice (Alston) (Kinion) Johnson after the passing of his mother while a toddler...
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Elizabeth Maldonado Santiago
January 5, 1955 - July 28, 2019
Mrs. Elizabeth Maldonado Santiago, 64, of Waterbury, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2019 at St. Mary's Hospital Vitas. She was the wife of Moises Caraballo Rodriguez, who was joined together in holy matrimony on February 9, 1974.
Mrs. Maldonado Santiago was born in Ponce, PR, on January 5, 1955, daughter to the late Indalecio and Antonia (Caraballo) Maldonado.
"Chava" as she was...
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Maxine Davis
March 25, 1941 - July 21, 2019
Mrs. Maxine Marie (Askew) Davis, 78, of Bishop Street, passed away after a long illness, on Sunday, July 21, 2019, surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Davis was born in Waterbury, on March 25, 1941, a daughter to the late Wesley and Francina (Bostic) Askew Sr.
Mrs. Davis was a lifelong resident of Waterbury and was educated in the Waterbury Public School System, graduating from Wilby High...
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Noemi Marquez
September 19, 1955 - July 20, 2019
Mrs. Noemi Marquez, 63, of Waterbury, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2019, at Yale New Haven Hospital. She was the wife of Reverend Abigail Medina.
Mrs. Marquez was born September 19, 1955, in Naguabo, Puerto Rico, a daughter to the late Francisco and Antonia (Gotay) Marquez.
Mrs. Marquez was a resident of Waterbury for the past 26 years. She was a Missionary and member of La Nueva...
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Elsa Berry
August 18, 1966 - July 19, 2019
Ms. Elsa (Lopez) Berry, 52, of Harris Circle, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, July 19, 2019 at St. Mary's Hospital.
Elsa was born August 18, 1966 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Jose Lopez and Gloria Nunez.
Elsie as she was affectionately called worked for American Red Cross in Manhattan. After relocating to Waterbury she worked for The Village of East Farms in Waterbury and was currently...
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Mason T. Pittman
September 11, 1938 - July 15, 2019
Mr. Mason Thomas Pittman, 80, of Nottingham Terrace, passed away Monday, July 15, 2019 at St. Mary's Hospital VITAS after a brief illness.
Mr. Pittman was born September 11, 1938 in Edgecombe, NC a son to the late Willie and Hattie (Henry) Pittman.
Mason was educated in the NC public school system graduating from George Washington Carver High School in Pinetop, NC class of 1956. After...
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Johnny Lee Caldwell, Sr.
June 3, 1951 - July 7, 2019
Mr. Johnny Lee Caldwell Sr., 68, of Southview Street, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday July 7, 2019 at St. Mary's Hospital.
Johnny was born June 3, 1951 in Covington, AL a son of the late Lamar and Berta Mae (McBride) Caldwell.
He was educated in the AL school system before relocating to Connecticut at the age of 17. He worked at American Brass in Ansonia for over 10 years before moving to...
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Walter A. Cole, Jr.
July 12, 1955 - July 7, 2019
Mr. Walter A. Cole Jr., passed away unexpectedly, on Sunday, July 7, 2019, at home.
Mr. Cole Jr. was born in Danbury, CT on July 12, 1955, to the late Walter and Andrea (Flood) Cole Sr.
Mr. Cole was a loving and hardworking man that enjoyed camping, cooking on the grill, fixing cars, and landscaping. He was always a down to earth person and was the funny man that made everyone laugh and...
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James R. Barrows
September 27, 1948 - July 2, 2019
Mr. James R. Barrows, 70, of Whitewood Road, passed away, Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at his home after a brief battle with cancer. He was the husband of Elizabeth (Heacox) Barrows.
He was born on September 27, 1948 in Bridgeport, CT a son to the late Robert J. Barrows.
He was educated in the Bridgeport public school system, graduating from Central High School in Bridgeport class of 1967. He...
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Bernice Jackson
July 27, 1917 - June 30, 2019
Mrs. Bernice N. Jackson, 102, of Waterbury, passed peacefully, June 30, 2019 at the Abbott Terrace Health Center. She was the widow of Mr. Earl Jackson.
She was born in Kingston, NY on June 10, 1917 to the late Charles E. and Cordelia (Clash) Burke.
Bernice moved to Oakville, CT at a very young age. She lived there until she met and married Earl S. Jackson to whom she was married to for...
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Terry Moore
July 27, 1954 - June 28, 2019
Ms. Terry Ellen Moore, 64, of Waterbury, passed away on June 28, 2019, at St. Mary's Vitas Hospice Care, after a brief illness.
Ms. Moore was born in Waterbury, CT. on July 27, 1954, a daughter to the late Arthur and Lila (Richardson) Moore.
Ms. Moore was educated in the Waterbury Public School System and graduated from Wilby High School. After high school, she became an employee of the...
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Melissa Karlsen
November 4, 1969 - June 17, 2019
Mrs. Melissa Anderson-Karlsen, 49, of Waterbury, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2019, at home. She was the wife of Guy E. Karlsen.
Mrs. Anderson-Karlsen was born on November 4, 1969, a daughter to Kathleen (Atcherson) Bowers and the late Glenn Anderson.
Melissa grew up in Bridgeport and Naugatuck and attended Naugatuck High School. She loved to cook and crochet. Melissa was fun to be...
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Adolph Humphrey, Jr.
June 3, 1959 - June 14, 2019
Mr. Adolph Humphrey Jr., 60, of Waterbury, passed away on Friday, June 14th, 2019 at Waterbury Hospital.
Mr. Humphrey was born in Waterbury, CT, on June 3, 1959, a son to the late Adolph and Jean (Wiggins) Humphrey Sr.
Mr. Humphrey was educated in the Waterbury Public School System and graduated from Crosby High School in 1978, where he was a great basketball star. After high school, Mr....
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Michael A. Kirkland
October 29, 1961 - June 8, 2019
Mr. Michael A. Kirkland, 57, of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, June 8, 2019, at St. Mary's Hospital.
Mr. Kirkland was born October 29, 1961 in Philadelphia, PA, a son, to the late James and Sarah (Beamon) Kirkland.
Michael was educated in the New Jersey and Waterbury School Systems, graduating from Wilby High School in 1979. After graduation, he worked at various jobs...
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David Domenech
May 2, 1947 - June 6, 2019
Mr. David Domenech, 72, died on Thursday June 6th, at Apple Rehab, after a long illness.
Mr. Domenech was born in Utuado, PR on May 2, 1947, to Daniel and Mercedes (Melendez) Domenech.
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Valerie Renee Watson
February 1, 1966 - June 5, 2019
Mrs. Valerie Watson died Wednesday, June 5th, at St. Mary's Hospital. She was married to her best friend, Mr. David Watson, for 23 years. They shared a bond that is irreplaceable.
Mrs. Watson was born in Thomasville, NC February 1, 1966, to George and Sally (Ettson) Baucom.
"Renee" as she was also known as, was educated in the Bridgeport School System and graduated from Central High School...
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John "Jody" Frazier
February 18, 1968 - June 5, 2019
Mr. John Frazier, 51, of Waterbury, passed away, Wednesday, June 5th, unexpectedly, at Hartford Hospital.
Mr. Frazier was born in Waterbury, CT, on February 18, 1968, to Catherine (Bennett) Frazier of Tallassee, AL and the late John Frazier.
"Jody" as he was also known as, was educated in Tuskegee School system and graduated from Tuskegee Institute High School in 1987. He worked at various...
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Ada Rodriguez
March 9, 1962 - June 5, 2019
Ms. Ada I. Mendez, 57 of Waterbury, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2019.
Ms. Mendez was born on March 9, 1962, in Mayaguez, PR., to the late Salvador Mendez and Santa Rodriguez.
Ms. Mendez was educated in Mayaguez, PR. and moved to the United States in 2018. She was a stay at home mother that enjoyed spending time with her family, listening to music, and watching TV. Her favorite shows...
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Michael Gotch
August 13, 1964 - June 2, 2019
Mr. Michael Todd Gotch, 54, of Danbury, passed away unexpectedly, on Sunday, June 2, 2019, at Danbury Hospital.
Mr. Gotch was born August 13, 1964, in Bronx, NY, a son to Mrs. Arlene (Little) Gotch of Bronxville, NY and the late Mr. Mitchel Castille Gotch.
Michael's mother relocated to White Plains, NY where Michael was raised. Michael spent much of his life at Mont Lawn Camp in the...
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Wendy Stith
February 13, 1965 - May 29, 2019
Ms. Wendy Stith, 54, of Waterbury, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2019, at Yale New Haven Hospital, after a long illness, surrounded by her loving family.
Ms. Stith was born in Warrenton, GA on February 13, 1965, a daughter to the late Walter Jordan and Vernell (Lott) Stith.
Wendy was educated in the Waterbury Public School System and graduated from Wilby High School. She went on to...
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Michael "Makaveli" Mills
March 24, 1961 - May 25, 2019
Mr. Michael Mills, 58, of, North Barnes Street, passed away, unexpectedly, on Saturday, May 25, 2019. He was the husband of June (Ballard) Mills of Virginia Beach, VA
Mr. Mills was born March 24, 1961 in Copiague, NY, to the late Harold and Mildred (Smith) Mills Sr.
"Makaveli," as he was also known as, received his education through the Copiague, NY school system. He worked for a Door...
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McKenely "Kenny" Dawson
May 14, 1934 - May 25, 2019
Mr. McKenely "Kenny" Dawson, 85, passed away, Saturday, May 25, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with cancer. He was the widower Dorothy (Dunn) Dawson.
Kenny was born May 14, 1934 in Atworth, GA, a son to the late Mack and Rosetta (Wynn) Dawson
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He was educated in Cleveland, TN where he worked on a horse ranch raising and breeding horses. The family who...
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Carmen Ponce
September 14, 1950 - May 20, 2019
Ms. Carmen Ponce, 68, of North Main Street, Waterbury, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2019 at St. Mary's Hospital.
Ms. Ponce was born September 14, 1950, in Aguadilla, PR, a daughter, to the late Eduardo and Eugenia (Crespo) Ponce.
Carmen was a homemaker and she loved to shop. She also enjoyed learning about God and was a faithful bible study member. She was an amazing person and was...
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Juanita Reid
February 27, 1940 - May 14, 2019
Ms. Juanita Reid, 68, of Waterbury, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2019, at Grove Manor Convalescent Home.
Ms. Reid was born February 27, 1940, in Gatesville, NC, a daughter, to the late James and Mary (Knight) Reid.
She was educated in the Waterbury Public School System and was a longtime member of Zion Baptist Church in Waterbury. She was a very caring woman and found pleasure in...
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Bruce Bunn
July 29, 1963 - May 11, 2019
Mr. Bruce Bunn, 55, of Danbury, CT passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, May 11, 2019 at Danbury Hospital.
Bruce was born July 29, 1963 in Danbury a son to Annie (Wilkins) Bunn of Brookfield, CT and the late Herman Bunn.
Mr. Bunn was educated in both the Danbury and Brookfield school system graduating from Brookfield High School. After graduating he worked as a custodian at Whisconier...
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Erica Davis
April 21, 1976 - April 25, 2019
Ms. Erica Davis, 43, of Waterbury, formerly of Danbury passed away, unexpectedly, Thursday April 25, 2019.
Ms. Davis was born on April 21, 1976, in Brooklyn, New York, a daughter to Walter and Lula (Davis) Hunter of Brooklyn, NY.
"Munchie Poo" as she was so affectionately called, attended Boys and Girls High School in Brooklyn, NY where she graduated in June 1995. She went on to LIU College...
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Sidney Sumler, Sr.
April 28, 1946 - April 16, 2019
Mr. Sidney Francis Sumler Sr., 72, of Pearl Lake Road, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at Abbott Terrace Health Care Center. He was the husband of Lualine (Jones) Sumler.
Mr. Sumler was born April 28, 1946 in Waterbury a son to the late Calvin Trice and Barbara Joan (Arrington) Sumler.
"Big Sid", as he was called, was educated in the Waterbury Public School System graduating from...
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Larry J. Chapman
May 5, 1953 - April 16, 2019
Mr. Larry James Chapman, 65, of 70 Lakewood Road Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly,
Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at his home.
Mr. Chapman was born on May 5, 1953, in Society Hill, South Carolina; son to Ethel Bunch Chapman of Waterbury and the late Wallace Jay Chapman.
Larry was educated in the Waterbury public school system where he attended Wilby high school where he was an all-star...
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Ricardo "Ricky" Perez
August 1, 1967 - April 14, 2019
Mr. Ricardo "Ricky" Perez, 51, of Cossett Street, Waterbury, passed away on Sunday, April, 14, 2019, at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of Timira (Roscoe) Perez.
Mr. Perez was born August 1, 1967, in Waterbury, a son to the late Teodoro Perez and Inez (Ramos) Perez of Puerto Rico.
"Ricky" as he was called by all that knew him was educated in the Waterbury...
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Gertha Mae Clapp
February 28, 1939 - April 12, 2019
Mrs. Gertha (Stokes) Clapp, 80 of Waterbury, passed away, Friday, April 12, 2019, unexpectedly, surrounded by her sister and family. She was the widow of Thomas Wesley Clapp.
Mrs. Clapp was born on February 28, 1939, in Lillington, NC, a daughter to the late Rufus Stokes and Corenna( Mcneil) (Stokes) McLean.
"Gert" as she was so affectionately called, was educated in the North Carolina...
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Nancy Martinez
June 18, 1960 - April 9, 2019
Miss Nancy Martinez, 58, of N. Main Street, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at her home.
Miss Martinez was born in Brooklyn NY, on June 18, 1960, a daughter to the late Luisa Freyta.
She leaves to cherish her memory, two daughters; Vanessa and Virginia Alvarado both of Waterbury, three sisters, and a host of family and friends.
She was predeceased by one brother.
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Luz Padua
November 18, 1925 - April 9, 2019
Mrs. Luz Padua, 93, of Cherry Street, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at home.
Mrs. Padua was born on November 18, 1925, in Sabana Grande, PR, a daughter to her late parents, Juan Gonzalez and Magdalena Padua.
She will be missed by all those that loved her.
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Jose M Munoz
February 27, 1974 - April 6, 2019
Mr. Jose M. Munoz, 45, of Prospect Street, passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2019, after a long illness.
Mr. Munoz was born in Santa Domingo, DR to the late Octaviano Munoz and Miguelina Hernandez of Waterbury.
Mr. Munoz will be missed by all who loved him.
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Luz Rivera
January 30, 1989 - April 5, 2019
Miss. Luz Rivera, 30, of Bishop Street, passed away Friday, April 5, 2019 at Midstate Medical Center in Meriden.
Luz was born January 30, 1989 in Camden, NJ a daughter to Juan Carlos Rivera and Arbilia Martinez.
"Goldy" as she was affectionately known by all was a very special lady. An angel sent from heaven above
In addition to her parents she leaves siblings, Ezequiel, Mariluz,...
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Carol DeJesus
August 29, 1962 - April 1, 2019
Mrs. Carol DeJesus, 56, of Waterbury, passed away on Monday, April 1, 201, after a long illness. She was the wife of Luis DeJesus.
Mrs. DeJesus was born in Wilmington, DE, on August 29, 1962, a daughter to her late parents Pedro Martinez and Mercedes Rodriguez.
"Tata" as she was so affectionately called, attended and graduated from the Hartford Public School System. She met the love of her...
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Charlie Riddick, Sr.
August 23, 1955 - April 1, 2019
Mr. Charlie "Charles" M. Riddick Sr., 63 of Torrington, formerly of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly, Monday, April 1, 2019. He was the husband of Oletha (Clayborn) Riddick for 31 years. They were married on April 1, 1988.
Mr. Riddick was born August 23, 1955 in Gates County, North Carolina a son to the late William Wiggins and Mildred E. Riddick.
Charles as he was called by all was...
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Baby Jahsahn Savage
March 31, 2019 - March 31, 2019
Waterbury: Baby Jahsahn Savage passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, March 31, 2019 at Waterbury Hospital.
He was born March 31, in Waterbury, to Jahnaya Cooper and Jordan Savage both of Waterbury.
Although his life was short, he will be missed by all who's hearts he touched.
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Turk "Boy Boy" Edwards, Sr.
December 13, 1955 - March 23, 2019
Mr. Turk Derek Edwards, 63, of Warner Street, passed away, on Saturday, March 23, 2019 after a long illness.
Mr. Edwards was born in Huntington, NY on December 13, 1955, a son to his late parents Wilfred Edwards and Ellen Vines
.
"Boy Boy" as he was affectionately called, was educated in the Huntington School District. While living in Greenlawn, NY, "Boy Boy" met Robyn Rogers, later to...
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LaKisha D. Willliams
May 30, 1980 - March 22, 2019
Ms. Lakisha Diane Williams, 38, formerly of Waterbury, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, March 22, 2019 at her home.
Lakisha was born May 30, 1980 in Waterbury, a daughter to Cynthia Pittman of Waterbury and Ricky Harper of Bridgeport, CT.
She was educated in the Waterbury public school system where she attended St. Ann grammar school. She relocated to Emporia, VA. for a brief time where...
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Violet Rose Brett
February 26, 1932 - March 15, 2019
Waterbury:Violet Rose Brett's journey through life began on February 26th 1932 in the parish of Kingston Jamaica.
She was the daughter of the late George and Lurline Pitkin being the first of 3 children. Her siblings now deceased were Sydney and Gloria. Violet's first years of schooling were in Kingston. A few years later she went to London England and entered into a nursing program, but...
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Tonny E. Santiago
May 30, 1965 - March 13, 2019
Waterbury: Mr. Tonny E. Santiago, 53, of Bishop Street, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2019. He was the husband of Iris N. Diaz.
Mr. Santiago was born in Dorado, PR. on May 30, 1965, a son, to Pedro Santiago of New London CT, and the late Carmen Casstellano.
Tonny attended Crosby High School and later became a machinist and an auto mechanic. He loved God and attended services at the...
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Frederick Minnis, Jr.
October 2, 1939 - March 12, 2019
Mr. Frederick Minnis, Jr. 79, of Center Street, Waterbury, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2019, at Waterbury Hospital, after a long illness.
Mr. Minnis was born On October 2, 1939, in Waterbury, a son, to the late Frederick and Lillie (Gatling) Minnis Sr.
"Freddie", as he was affectionately called, was educated in the Waterbury Public School System and attended Kaynor Technical High School. ...
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Octavies J Nowell
July 31, 1927 - March 10, 2019
: Mr. Octavies J. Nowell, 91, formerly of Montclair, NJ passed away on Sunday March 10, 2019, at Regal Care Nursing Home, after many years of dealing with Alzheimer.
Mr. Nowell was born July 31, 1927 in Gatesville, NC, son of the late William and Iris Ann (Simmons) Nowell. Mr. Nowell was a resident of Montclair, NJ for over 65 years until being transferred, by his family, to Waterbury in late...
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William R. Petty
May 4, 1935 - March 6, 2019
Mr. William Roscoe Petty, 83, of Bishop Street, passed away unexpectedly March 6, 2019 at his home.
Mr. Petty was born May 4, 1935 in Durham, NC to the late Fred and Mae Lue (Monroe) Petty.
Roscoe as he was called moved with his family to CT as a youngster living here until his passing. He was educated in the Waterbury public high school graduating from Leavenworth High School. Mr. Petty...
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Larry A. Stallings, Jr.
June 9, 1986 - March 2, 2019
Mr. Larry Alphonos Stallings Jr., 32 of Wooding Street, Bristol, passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2019, unexpectedly.
Mr. Stallings Jr. was born on June 9, 1986, in Waterbury, to Larry A. Stallings Sr. of Waterbury and Francine (Powell) Hardy of Torrington.
"Man Man", as he was so affectionately called, grew up in the Waterbury Public School System and graduated from Wilby High School in...
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David Lee Vasile, Jr.
June 18, 1991 - March 2, 2019
Mr. David Lee Vasile Jr., 27, of Waterbury, passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2019, unexpectedly.
Mr. Vasile Jr. was born June 18, 1991, in Ridgewood, NJ to Mrs. Heidi Sekund of Toms River, NJ and the late David Lee Vasile Sr.
David was educated in the Ridgewood public school system and graduated from Tom River South High School in Toms River, NJ. After high school, David worked in both...
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Rosa Cothrine
March 31, 1933 - February 24, 2019
Mrs. Rosa Lee (Anderson) Cothrine, 85 of Eastern Ave, Waterbury, passed away Sunday, February 24, 2019 after a brief illness surrounded by her loving family. She was the widow of Mr. Titus Cothrine.
She was born March 31, 1933 in Wilson, North Carolina the youngest of twelve children born to the late Jonah and Janie (Newsome) Anderson.
As a child she was educated in the NC school system...
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Dorothy Mae Smith
February 15, 1934 - February 23, 2019
Mrs. Dorothy Mae Smith 85, of Center Street, Waterbury, surrounded by her family, passed away on February 23, 2019, at St. Mary's Hospital. She was the loving companion of the late Harry Gatling Sr.
Mrs. Smith was born February 15, 1934 in St. Louis Mo., to the late Riley and Nancy Pruitt of St. Louis, Mo.
In 1962, Dorothy relocated to Waterbury where she resided until her passing. While...
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Jose F. Pena
February 3, 1958 - February 17, 2019
Mr. Jose F. Pena 61, of Willow Street, passed away Sunday, February 17, 2019 at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford. He was the husband of Carmen Pena of Davenport, FL.
Mr. Pena was born February 3, 1958 in Dominican Republic to Carmen Pena of DR and the late Jose Pena.
Jose was educated in the Waterbury Public School System and graduated from Wilby High School. He was employed as a meter...
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Joseph Howard Kulikauskas
August 12, 1992 - February 13, 2019
Mr. Joseph Howard Kulikauskas, 26, of Waterbury, passed away Wednesday, February 13, 2019, at his home.
Mr. Kulikauskas was born August 12, 1992, to Mrs. Dorothy (Seeley) Kulikauskas of Waterbury and the late Algirdas Kulikauskas.
"Joey" as he was so affectionately called by family and friends, was educated in the Waterbury Public School System and graduated from Wilby High School, where he...
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Rosa Maria Pauliano
November 27, 1926 - February 9, 2019
Mrs. Rosa Maria Paulino, 92, passed away Saturday, February 9, 2019 at St. Mary's Hospital.
She was born November 27, 1926 in Bani, Dominican Republic, daughter to the late Javier Paulino and Vicenta Gesualdo.
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Emanuel W. Jones
August 7, 1949 - February 5, 2019
Mr. Emanuel "Iggy" W. Jones Jr., 69, of Mortimer Street, passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at Yale New Haven Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Jones was born August 7, 1949 in Gatesville, NC a son to the late Emanuel W. and Mamie (Rascoe) Jones Sr.
He was educated in the NC public school system graduating from Central High School in Gatesville, NC.
Emanuel relocated to...
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Leatha Julia Barnes
May 7, 1931 - February 5, 2019
Evangelist Leatha Julia Barnes, 87, of William Street, was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday February 5, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. She was the widow of Joseph Barnes.
Letha was born to the late Olein and Lizzie (Britten) Collins on May 7, 1931 in Rains, South Carolina. Letha was the last surviving child of Lizzie and Olein.
Evangelist Barnes moved up North as a...
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Alex Rafael Toledo
August 24, 1993 - February 4, 2019
Mr. Alex Rafael Toledo, passed away unexpectedly, Monday, February 4, 2019.
Alex was born August 24, 1993 in New Haven, CT a son to Alex Rene Toledo and Mildred Marin.
He was a father, son, grandson, brother, uncle and friend. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
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Carol Ann Williams
September 2, 1947 - February 2, 2019
Ms. Carol Ann Williams, 71, of Prospect, CT., transitioned on Saturday February 2, 2019 after a long illness.
Mrs. Williams was born September 2, 1947, in Baltimore MD. She was the daughter of the late Dawson and Erma Lyles Savage Kerr, (Ellwood Savage).
Carol Graduated from Crosby High School in 1966 and went on to obtain her CNA license, beginning her tenure at St Mary's Hospital, and...
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