Grant Douglas Durant Jr.
Jun 29, 2026
In Loving Memory of Grant Douglas Durant Jr.
Grant Douglas Durant Jr., affectionately known and loved by many, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 29, 2026. He was born on July 28, 1969, and spent his life bringing joy, laughter, and love to everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Grant was the beloved son of Grant Durant Sr. of Fulton County, Georgia...
Mary Helen Martin
Jun 28, 2026
Mary Helen Martin was born on November 19, 1940, in Camden, South Carolina, to Ned Carter and Priscilla English-Carter. Mary peacefully entered eternal rest on June 28, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Mary was known for her kind heart and enjoyed cooking, fishing, bowling, and caring for others throughout her many years as a dedicated caregiver. Her strength, unwavering faith,...
Shimshon Akebi Higgs
Jun 28, 2026
Shimshon Higgs, 71, of Waterbury, Connecticut, passed away at home on June 28, 2026,with his sister, Adina Higgs, his nephew, Chaim Russ, and his niece and devoted caregiver, Sylvia Russ.
Born in New York, New York, on November 20th, 1954, he was the beloved son of Sylvia Roberts Higgs and John Emmanuel Higgs. He received his education at a private school...
Willie Larry Freeman
Jun 26, 2026
Willie Larry Freeman was born on February 7, 1950, inSkipwith, VA. He passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026, in his Hamden, CT home, surrounded by loved ones. Throughout his 76 years, he was guided by faith, anchored by his family, and driven by a passion to shape young minds.
Legacy
Willie was predeceased by his father, Nixon Russell Freeman, Jr. and...
Karen Denise James Gaskin
Jun 24, 2026
In Loving Memory of
Karen Denise James Gaskin
April 22, 1965 – June 24, 2026
Karen Denise James Gaskin, 62, of New Haven, Connecticut, was born on April 22, 1965, in Tarboro, North Carolina, to her late parents, Vilma James and Joseph Bunn. Karen peacefully departed this life on June 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was the widow of the...
Beverly Jean Sandelin
Jun 24, 2026
Ms. Beverly Jean Sandelin, 72, of 88 Cobb Street, Oakville CT passed away peacefully on June 24th at her sister’s home surrounded by her loving family. Beverly was born on August 19th 1953 in Indianola, Mississippi. She was the daughter of the late Emil and Beatrice (Ireland) Sandelin. She attended Mississippi schools, moving to Waterbury, CT at a young age....
Malaki Caraballo Jr.
Jun 22, 2026
Malaki Caraballo, affectionately known as Melo, 18, of New Haven, CT, entered eternal rest far too soon. A bright light to all who knew him, Malaki was known for his infectious smile, contagious laughter, kind heart, and ability to make everyone feel welcomed and loved.
Stephanie Hernandez and Nasir Morris, who Malaki meant the world to, were amazing mother who loved...
Barbara Riddick
Jun 21, 2026
Barbara Matthews Riddick entered her eternal rest on Sunday, June 21, 2026. Barbara was born in Gatesville, NC to her parents the late Ruth Granby and the late William Riddick. Barbara was raised from infancy by her maternal aunt and uncle, Darnie and the late Walter Matthews. Barbara attended school in Gatesville, NC before relocating to Waterbury, CT. Upon arriving...
Richard Berntsen
Jun 17, 2026
“Richard Earl Berntsen, 72, of Hamden, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at Yale New Haven Hospital on June 17, 2026.Born to the late Earl Berntsen and Ruth (Kittredge) Fritzell, Richard proudly served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War era. On July 29, 1973, he married Barbara Lewis, and together they shared nearly 53 years of marriage.Richard worked in...
Nicole Smith
Jun 11, 2026
Nicole “Nikki” Smith
“Loving Mother, Grandmother, Sister, and Aunt”
Nicole “Nikki” Smith, 59, entered into eternal rest on June 11, 2026. While her passing was sudden, her family finds comfort in knowing that she is now in the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Nikki was born on June 20, 1966, in Waterbury, Connecticut, to the late Harold “Smitty” Smith and...