Jose Antonio Matias
Oct 19, 2026
During this difficult time, the family extends their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has offered prayers, shared kind words, and provided love and support. Your thoughtfulness and compassion are deeply appreciated as the family navigates this time of loss.
Al-Malik El-Adbel Salahuddin
Oct 17, 2026
In 1935, Al-Malik El-Abdel Salahuddin was born to Helen Candelaria Breedy and Charles King Dawson in the Virgin Islands. He was raised by his mother and God-Mother Eglantine in Harlem as an infant and lived there until the time of his passing. Although his mother raised him as a devout Catholic, upon meeting Malcolm X in the 1950s, he accepted...
Pedro Antonio Pichardo-Almonte
Oct 14, 2026
A wake will be held on Monday October 19, 2026 from 4pm-8pm at Colonial Funerals, 270 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT. Condolences may be expressed at Colonialfunerals.com.
Travis Jamal Douglas
Oct 8, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Travis Jamal Douglas
Funeral services for Travis Jamal Douglas will be held on Friday, October 23, 2026, at Colonial Funeral Home, located at 86 Circular Avenue, Hamden, Connecticut. The viewing will take place from 10:00am to 11:00am, followed immediately by the funeral service at 11:00am.
During this difficult time, the family extends their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who...
Matthew Rispoli
Oct 8, 2026
Matthew Rispoli, 41, of Branford, Connecticut, entered into eternal glory on October 8, 2026.
Matthew was a loving, funny, and deeply caring person whose warmth, vibrant spirit, and deep love for Jesus impacted everyone he met.
Born on November 15, 1984, to loving parents Vincent and Donna Rispoli, Matthew walked closely with the Lord Jesus Christ throughout his life. A man of...
Patricia Janet Smith-Lennon
Oct 8, 2026
In Loving Memory of Patricia “Pat” Smith-LennonPatricia Smith-Lennon, 65, of New Haven, Connecticut, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 8, 2026, after a brief illness. She passed away at home, as she wished.Affectionately known as “Pat,” Patricia was born in New Haven to Jake Jefferson and Thelma Johnson. She graduated from Wilbur Cross High School in 1980 and continued...
Retinello Inez Graham
Oct 5, 2026
Retinella Inez Graham, age 91, of Waterbury, entered into eternal life on October 5, 2026, at St. Mary’s Hospital of Waterbury. She was born on August 16, 1935 in Berkshire Westmoreland, Jamaica, to Phillip and Ethel (Lawrence) Corbyn.
Beloved mother of Loraine Williams, Valerie Graham, Alban Graham, Marlene Graham, Leighton Graham, Debbion Graham, and Maureen Waller. Loving sister of Finzetta Cordoza,...
Marilyn Ann Rey
Sep 29, 2026
Marilyn Ann Rey, a lifelong resident of New Haven, Connecticut, was born on August 30, 1954, to the late Jennie and James DeLoughery. She peacefully departed this life on September 29, 2026.
Marilyn devoted her life to caring for others. She was known for her generous heart, unwavering strength, and the love she gave so freely to her family, friends, and...
Claude Parker Sr.
Sep 27, 2026
In Loving Memory of Claude Parker Sr.
Claude Parker Sr. 88, of Waterbury, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, September 27, 2026, following a brief illness.
Claude was born on December 20, 1937, in Gatesville, North Carolina, to the late James Arthur and Beatrice (Walton) Parker. He was educated in the North Carolina school system before migrating to Waterbury,...