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.

Oct 18, 2026

Therese Mary (Farooq) Porwhitzky passed away on October 18, 2026 at her home surrounded by love and family.

Therese was born in Carmel, New York to the parents of Mary Garabaldi and Mark Porwhitzky. Se leaves to cherish her memory two siblings Michael Porwhitzky and Lina Martin. Daughter Tanya Hinton, 6 grandchildren and two great-grands. She is predeceased by her sister...

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...

Oct 15, 2026

Ella Atkinson passed away on October 15, 2026. She was born on September 3, 1966 in New Haven, CT.

A celebration of Ella's life will be held on Friday, November 6, 2026 at 11am at Colonial Funerals, 86 Circular Avenue, Hamden, CT. Viewing in Colonial from 10-11am. Condolences may be expressed at Colonialfunerals.com.

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.

Oct 8, 2026

Celebrating the Life of Travis Jamal Douglas

Funeral services for Travis Jamal Douglas will be held on Friday, October 30, 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...

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...

In Loving Memory of Patricia Janet Smith-Lennon

October 2026

With love and remembrance, we honor the life of Patricia Janet Smith-Lennon.

May her memory forever be cherishedA celebration of Patricia's life will be held on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Colonial Funerals 86 Circular Avenue, Hamden, CT at 11am. Viewing in from 10am-11am. Condolences may be expressed at Colonialfunerals.com.

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,...

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...