Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Waterbury and Oakville, CT area
Mr. Hector Perez
Dec 28, 2025
WATERBURY – It is with profound sadness that the family of Hector Perez, age 87, shares news of his peaceful passing on December 28, 2025 in the comfort of his home surrounded by those who loved him. He was the devoted husband of Perfecta (Simons) Perez.
Hector was born on August 5, 1938, in Peñuelas, Puerto Rico, the son of the late...
Mrs. Maria Olinda Lourenco
Jan 4, 2026
WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness that the family of Mrs. Maria Olinda (DaSilva) Lourenco, age 91, of Waterbury, shares the news of her peaceful passing on Sunday, January 4, 2026, in the blessed comfort of her home, surrounded by the love of her family. She was the beloved widow of Arsenio F. Lourenco.
Maria was born in Povoa do Forno, Portugal,...
Ms. Mercedes Redondo
Dec 29, 2025
WATERBURY – With profound sadness but grateful for a life well-lived, the family of Mercedes Redondo, age 96, of Waterbury, shares news of her peaceful passing on December 29, 2025, at River Glen Health Care Center in Southbury after a brief illness.
Mercedes was born in Portugal on August 9, 1929, the daughter of the late Jose and Felismina Pinto and...
Ms. Carol A. Johnston
Jan 3, 2026
WATERBURY – With profound sadness and heavy hearts, the family of Ms. Carol A. Johnston, age 77, of Wolcott, announces her peaceful passing on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at the VITAS Inpatient Unit of Saint Mary’s Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family and friends.
Carol was born on December 23, 1948, in Waterbury, the daughter of the late James...
Mr. Roger Hagberg
Jan 3, 2026
WATERBURY- Roger Hagberg, age 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, January 3, 2026 at the Village of East Farms in Waterbury. He was the widower of Mrs. Rhoda G. Hagberg who passed away in April 2025.They had been married 48 years.
Roger was born on July 25, 1944, in Bridgeport, CT; the beloved son of Ms. Muriel Hagberg. He moved...
Mrs. Elisa Rodriguez
Dec 31, 2025
WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness that the family of Mrs. Elisa Rodriguez, age 78, shares the news of her peaceful passing on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at Saint Mary's Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family. She was the beloved widow of Ramon E.Rodriguez.
Elisa was born in Peñuelas, Puerto Rico, on September 9, 1947, the daughter of the late...
Mr. Frank L. Morale
Dec 29, 2025
WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness that the family of Frank L. Morale, age 83, of Waterbury, shares the news of his unexpected passing on Monday, December 29, 2025 at home.
Frank was born in Massachusetts on March 8, 1942, the son of the late Guiseppe L. and Santa (Puzzo) Morale. Growing up in New Britain, CT, Frank had a wide...
Mr. Robert M. Gibbons
Dec 29, 2025
WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness that the family of Robert M. Gibbons, best known as “Gibby” age 65, shares the news of his unexpected passing on Monday, December 29, 2025 at Saint Mary’s Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Gibby was born in Waterbury, Connecticut on July 26, 1960, the beloved son of the late James and Mary (McInerny) Gibbons....
Mr. James P. Harris Sr.
Dec 29, 2025
OAKVILLE- It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that the family of James P. Harris Sr. age 81, shares news of his peaceful passing in the comfort of his home on Monday, December 29, 2025, surrounded by the love and care of his family. He was the devoted husband of Adeline (Varilek) Harris.
Jim was born on November 17, 1944,...
Mr. Christopher Michael Echevarria
Dec 26, 2025
WATERBURY – It is with profound sadness and extraordinarily heavy hearts that the family of Christopher Michael Echevarria, age 53 of Waterbury, shares the news of his passing on Friday, December 26, 2025, at Saint Francis Hospital, surrounded by the love of his children and family.
Christopher was born on March 8, 1972, in Waterbury, the son of the late Sharon...
Mrs. Francine Demirs
Dec 25, 2025
OAKVILLE – It is with much sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Francine (Butler) Demirs, age 78 of Oakville, shares the news of her passing on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at Waterbury Hospital. She was the devoted wife of Robert F. Demirs.
Francine was born in Bristol CT on August 8th, 1947, the daughter of the late James Francis...
Mr. Keith "Json" Gomes
Dec 24, 2025
WATERBURY - It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Keith Jason “Json” Gomes, artistically known as JGomes, who was born on February 13, 1986, and transitioned from this life on December 24, 2025. Keith answered the call to eternal rest, and while our hearts grieve, we trust that he is now at peace in the presence...
Ms. Arlene Marie (Baker) Wright
Dec 24, 2025
Arlene Marie (Baker) Wright, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunty, family matriarch, and cherished friend, peacefully transitioned from this life on December 24, 2025, at 5:39 p.m., surrounded by love and held in dignity, honor, and grace.
Arlene lived a life marked by strength, resilience, and deep devotion to her family. Though her journey was not always easy, she met life with...
Mr. Michael Rovero
Dec 23, 2025
WATERBURY – With much sadness and heavy hearts the family of Michael Joseph Rovero, age 66 of Waterbury, shares the news of his passing on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Waterbury Hospital.
Michael was born January 2, 1959, in Waterbury, the son of the late August and Rita (Copes) Rovero. He graduated from Holy Cross High School in Waterbury and attended...
Mrs. MaryAnn Brodeur
Dec 23, 2025
WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness that the family of MaryAnn Brodeur, age 79, of Waterbury, shares the news of her unexpected but peaceful passing on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 in the comfort of her own home. She was the beloved wife of Peter Brodeur.
MaryAnn was born in Waterbury, Connecticut on March 31, 1946, the beloved daughter of the late...
Mr. Valentin Collazo
Dec 22, 2025
THOMASTON - It is with overwhelming sadness and truly broken hearts that the family of Valentin “Val” J. Collazo, age 18, of Thomaston, CT, share that he tragically passed away on December 22nd, 2025, the result of an automobile accident.
Val was born on February 7th, 2007, in Waterbury, CT. Valentin, known as “Val” by his close friends and family, was...
Mr. Keith Barnes
Dec 20, 2025
WATERBURY- It is with heavy hearts that the family of Keith Anthony Barnes, of Waterbury, shares the news of his peaceful passing at Saint Mary’s Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, on December 20th, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Laritta (Owens) Barnes.
Keith was born on September 30, 1967, in Washington, D.C., the son of Brutus Barnes and Emma...
Mr. Raymond Lush Sr.
Dec 19, 2025
WATERBURY- It is with heavy hearts that the family of Raymond Edward Lush Sr., age 69, of Waterbury, shares the news of his peaceful passing at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill, surrounded by his loving family, on December 19th, 2025.
Raymond was born on December 19, 1956, in Waterbury, CT, the son of the late Robert E.Sr, and Maureen (Crimmins)...
Mr. William Cardona
Dec 19, 2025
WATERBURY- It is with heavy hearts that the family of William “Rok” Cardona, age 61, shares the news of the unexpected passing of their beloved father, brother, and uncle on Friday, December 19th 2025 at home.
Willy was born on February 24, 1964, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, the son of the late Virgilio and Rosa (Velazquez) Cardona. William embodied a spirit...
Ms. Yolanda Lampron
Dec 18, 2025
WATERBURY- It is with heavy hearts that the family of Yolanda Lampron, age 77, of Waterbury shares the news of her peaceful passing on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Waterbury Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, after an extended illness.
Yolanda was born on September 6, 1948, in Waterbury, Connecticut, the daughter of the late Robert Lampron and Frances (Dery) Shimkevich. She...

