Oct 19, 2026

*May 2, 1950 – October 19, 2026*

Jose A. Matias, 76, passed away. He was born on May 2, 1950, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, to the late Jose Antonio Matias and Santos Maria Velazquez.

A proud veteran of the United States Army, Jose served his country with honor.

He was a devoted father to his sons, Jose A. Matias Jr. and Ramon A....

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...

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...

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 16, 2026

On January 3, 1963, a beautiful life began in New Haven, Connecticut, with the birth of Joann Reynolds O’Bryan, born to Ann Edwards Reynolds and Joe Louis Reynolds. Joann was raised in New Haven, where she attended the New Haven Public Schools. From an early age, she demonstrated a caring heart, determination, and a desire to help others. Her passion...

Oct 15, 2026

In Loving Memory of

Ella Darlene Atkinson

September 3, 1966 – October 15, 2026

With heartfelt sorrow and deep love, we announce the passing of Ella Darlene Atkinson, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, whose life touched so many hearts. Ella departed this life on October 15, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Lucille Atkinson; her father, Eldee...

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

It is with profound sadness that we announced the tragic sudden passing of Travis Jamal Douglas 35, October 8, 2026. Travis Jamal Douglas lived in Meriden, CT. Born in New Haven, CT. 

Travis went to Urban Youth Elementary and Middle Schools. Attended Wilbur Cross High School in New Haven, CT as well as Maloney High...

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.