Meliza Colon
Oct 22, 2026
In Loving Memory of
Meliza Colon
March 27, 1980 - October 22, 2026
We’ll Always Cherish
That radiant light,
that boundless heart,
The gentle warmth
you gave us from the start.
You’d give your last,
the clothes right off your back,
To guide us through
any storm or lack.
The sun to chase
every cloudy day away,
Lighting our path
come what may.
Carrying the grace
your mother passed to you,
A love so deep,
so fierce, and true.
Though...
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.
Theresa Mary Farooq
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. She leaves to cherish her memory two siblings Michael Porwhitzky and Linda Martin. Daughter Tanya Hinton, 6 grandchildren and two great-grands. She is predeceased by her sister Rose...
Rodney Mitchell
Oct 17, 2026
Rodney L. Mitchell, son of the late Frank Mitchell and Ola May (Riddick) Mitchell, was born on January 6, 1947 in Waterbury, CT. After a brief illness, he was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at VITAS Inpatient Hospice Care Unit at St. Mary's Hospital. His passing leaves a void in the hearts of...
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...
Ella D. Atkinson
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.
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 30, 2026, at Colonial Funeral Home, located at 86 Circular Avenue, Hamden, Connecticut. The visitation 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
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.