Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Waterbury and Oakville, CT area

Mrs. Patricia Hedman

Mrs. Patricia Hedman

Aug 21, 2025

WATERBURY – It is with profound sadness that the family of Patricia (Denihan) Hedman age 74 of Waterbury, share the news of her peaceful passing on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at the Glendale Nursing Home after a brief illness. She was the widow of Thomas Hedman, who passed in February of 2024. 

Pat was born on October 4, 1951 in Derby...

Ms. Diane Rodriguez

Ms. Diane Rodriguez

Aug 20, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Diane Rodriguez, who left us on August 20, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on July 11, 1953, in Waterbury, Connecticut, the daughter of the late Juan Rodriguez and Carmen Pancorbo Diane was a loving, sister, and caregiver, whose warmth and compassion touched the lives of many she...

Mr. Eladio Pagan

Mr. Eladio Pagan

Aug 20, 2025

In Memory of Our loving Father, Grandfather Eladio Pagan

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Eladio Pagan, who left us on August 20, 2025. Born on June 22, 1941, in Yauco, Puerto Rico, Eladio lived a life full of resilience and spirit. He made his way to Waterbury, Connecticut, where he called home....

Mr. Gary Earle

Mr. Gary Earle

Aug 18, 2025

Beloved father, grandfather, brother and uncle

WATERBURY - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gary Earle, who left us a day before his 58th birthday on August 18, 2025.

Born in Kingston, Jamaica, the son of the late Calvin and Winnel (Almazene) Earle on August 19, 1967, Gary made his mark in the world when he moved...

Ms. Therese Eastwood

Ms. Therese Eastwood

Aug 18, 2025

SHILOH, TENNESSEE- Therese Ann Eastwood was born on March 2, 1956 in Waterbury, Connecticut, the daughter of the late John Alfred and Anna Rose Eastwood.

Therese was a 1974 graduate of Crosby High School in Waterbury, Connecticut. She went on to work for 30 years as a nurses aid for several facilities including St. Joseph Hospital in Port Charlotte, Florida. She...

Ms. Anne B. LaRose

Ms. Anne B. LaRose

Aug 18, 2025

WATERBURY – It is with profound sadness that the family of Anne B. LaRose age 80 of Waterbury, share the news of her unexpected passing on Monday, August 18, 2025 surrounded by her devoted family.

 Anne was born on August 9, 1945 in Waterbury,  the daughter of the late William and Dorothy (Jackson) Birmingham. A lifelong Waterbury resident she was a...

Mr. Michael A. Cestaro

Mr. Michael A. Cestaro

Aug 17, 2025

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that the family of Michael A. Cestaro, age 71, of Waterbury, share the news of his peaceful passing on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at Civita Care Center in Cheshire. He was the husband of Flora D. (Digliani) Cestaro.

Michael was born in Waterbury, Connecticut, on June 17, 1954, the son of the...

Mr. William C. Affhauser

Mr. William C. Affhauser

Aug 17, 2025

WATERBURY - It is with profound sadness that the family of William C. Affhauser age 85 of Waterbury, share the news of his peaceful passing on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at The Cheshire House of Waterbury surrounded by his loving family.

William was born on May 3, 1940 in Waterbury, the son of the late William H and Ruth M. (Brownell) Affhauser....

Ms. Courtney R. Carangelo

Ms. Courtney R. Carangelo

Aug 16, 2025

Beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend

WATERBURY - It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that the family of Courtney R. Carangelo, age 48, of Waterbury, shares the news of her unexpected passing on Saturday, August 16th, 2025.

Courtney was born on April 30, 1977, in Waterbury, Connecticut, the daughter of Charles and Sheila (Gaudiosi) Butterly. She attended Wallace Middle...

Mr. Dennis "Gabi" Barriera Madera

Mr. Dennis "Gabi" Barriera Madera

Aug 12, 2025

WATERBURY- Es con profunda tristeza y corazones rotos que la familia de Dennis G. Barriera Madera, conocido cariñosamente como "Gabi", de 41 años, de Waterbury, comparte la noticia de su inesperadofallecimiento, resultado de un trágico accidente de motocicleta, el martes 12 de agosto de 2025. Era elprometido de Amneris Medina.

Gabi nació en Yauco, Puerto Rico, el 21 de enero de...

Mrs. Mariana Ormezzano

Mrs. Mariana Ormezzano

Aug 10, 2025

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that the family of Mariana (Caserez) Ormezzano, age 78, of Waterbury, share the news of her passing on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Shady Knoll Health Center in Seymour. She was the widow of Jose L. Ormezzano.

Mariana was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina on February 13, 1947, the daughter of the...

Mrs. Daysi Rivera

Mrs. Daysi Rivera

Aug 9, 2025

All services for Mrs. Daysi Rivera will be held privately at the convenience of the family.

Ms. Delia Williams

Ms. Delia Williams

Aug 5, 2025

Waterbury – It is with heavy hearts and cherished memories that the family of Ms. Delia Williams announces her sudden passing on August 5, 2025, at the age of 60 in Waterbury, Connecticut.

Born on October 10, 1964, in Kingston, Jamaica, Delia was the beloved daughter of Catilda Byars and stepfather Albert Byars. Delia and most of her family came to...

Mrs. Mary Ellen Eterginio

Mrs. Mary Ellen Eterginio

Aug 3, 2025



WATERBURY - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Ellen (Giannelli) Eterginio, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who departed on August 3, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 78 years old.

Born in Waterbury, CT., on February 21, 1947, Mary was the daughter of the late Nicoletta Scopino and Andrew Giannelli....

Mr. Sewsankar Gurdat

Mr. Sewsankar Gurdat

Aug 2, 2025

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that the family of Sewsankar Gurdat, age 79, of Waterbury, share the news of his passing on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at Saint Mary’s Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Latchmin Gurdat.

Sewsankar was born in Guyana, on June 26, 1946, the son of the late Mr....

Mrs. Diane Affhauser

Mrs. Diane Affhauser

Aug 2, 2025

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that the family of Mrs. Diane (Wachtel) Affhauser, age 58, of Waterbury, share the news of her unexpected passing on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Waterbury Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Earl Raymond Affhauser.

Diane was born on May 24, 1967, in South Fork, North Dakota, the beloved daughter of...

Mr. Claston "Bob" Patterson

Mr. Claston "Bob" Patterson

Aug 1, 2025

WATERTOWN- It is with deep sorrow that the family of Claston "Bob" Patterson, age 69, of Watertown, share the news of his peaceful passing on Friday, August 1, 2025.

Claston was born on April 23, 1956 in Manhattan, NY, and he was known for his strong sense of self, love of humor, and his strong work ethic. Claston brought joy to...

Mrs. Novlette R. Lyle

Mrs. Novlette R. Lyle

Jul 31, 2025

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that the family of Mrs. Novlette R. (James) Lyle, age 69, of Waterbury, share the news of her peaceful passing on Thursday, July 31, 2025, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Linton G. Lyle.

Novlette was born in Beecher Town, Jamaica on...

Mr. Robert de Giverny

Mr. Robert de Giverny

Jul 29, 2025

Robert E. de Giverny, born in Bennecourt, France, on April 26, 1944, passed away unexpectedly on July 29, 2025 in Lauderdale by the Sea, Florida, where he resided. He is survived by his 98 year old mother Nicole de Giverny, his husband Tony Gonzalez, and his cousins Yann Giverny, Anik de Giverny (husband John and daughter Lea Claflin), Marc de...

Mrs. Lorraine  A.  Shaw

Mrs. Lorraine A. Shaw

Jul 29, 2025

WATERBURY –  Lorraine Anne (Grenier) Shaw, age 77, passed away peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital, Tuesday July 29, 2025 surrounded by the love of her devoted family.

Lorraine was born on June 2, 1948 in Waterbury, Connecticut to the late Raymond E. and Germaine (Berthiaume) Grenier. She received her primary education from St. Anne’s School and later graduated from Waterbury Catholic...