Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Waterbury and Oakville, CT area

Mr. Frank L. Morale

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

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.

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,...

Ms. Mercedes Redondo

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...

Mr. Hector Perez

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...

Mr. Christopher Michael Echevarria

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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...

Mr. John Henry Farrell

Mr. John Henry Farrell

Dec 17, 2025

"His heart was too big for this world."

It is with profound sadness and truly broken hearts that the family of John Henry Farrell III, age 39, of East Hartford, formerly of Bristol, shares the news of his unexpected passing on December 17th, 2025.

John Henry, the son of Wendy (Boulier) Farrell, was born in Waterbury and raised in Naugatuck. While gone...

Mr. Paul Costa

Mr. Paul Costa

Dec 16, 2025

WATERBURY - In loving memory of our beloved, Paul “Paulie” J. Costa, age 39, we share the profoundly sad news of him being unexpectedly called to God’s Kingdom on December 16, 2025.

A lifelong resident of Waterbury, Paulie was born on August 31, 1986. He fulfilled his life’s mission by providing love, kindness, generosity, and laughter to everyone he encountered. As...

Mr. Daniel Serrano Jr.

Mr. Daniel Serrano Jr.

Dec 15, 2025

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness that the family of Daniel Serrano Jr., age 48, of Waterbury, shares the news of his passing on Monday, December 15, 2025 at Saint Mary’s Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Daniel was born in Waterbury, Connecticut on July 25, 1977, the son of Daniel Sr., and Felicita Torres Serrano. He had a beautiful heart...

Mrs. Lori F. Lubak

Mrs. Lori F. Lubak

Dec 15, 2025

BETHLEHEM - It is with profound sadness and truly broken hearts that the family of Lori F. (Galvin) Lubak share the tragic news of her unexpected passing on Monday, December 15, 2025 at home. She was the widow of William Lubak.

 Lori was born on July 4, 1962 in Waterbury, CT, the daughter of the late Lawrence and Nancy (Smith) Galvin....