Born on November 11, 1942, Willie McArthur Rollins aka “Boot” was a vibrant soul whose passion for life was evident in everything that he did.
Born and raised in Martin County, North Carolina, Boot became a master in the kitchen and was known for his incredible cooking skills. He found joy in preparing and hosting meals for...
On Thursday September 5, 2024, Benjamin Franklin Young “Frankie” gained his wings. Frankie was born on December 5, 1967, to the late Margaret “Babe” Young and the late Vernell Britton. Frankie leaves to cherish his memory: Brother, Willie “Moe” Young (Denise), Sister, Margaret “Nae-Nae” Young, Brothers Windell Brunson and Dion Britton, Sisters Adrienne Britton and Michelle Tate and his...
Ferdinand Ayala-Rivera passed away on September 4, 2024. He was born on December 16, 1938 in Maricao, Puerto Rico. He leaves to cherish his memory, daughters Elizabeth Ayala, Ileana Ayala, Ileana Reyes, Lillian Reyes, Nelly Ayala, Militza Ayala, sons Ferdinand Ayala, Carlos Ayala, Julio Reyes, Gilberto Reyes, Gabriel Ayala, Joel Ayala, and Daniel Ayala. Two sisters Lucy Ayala and...
Donald W Thompson passed away on September 1, 2024. He was born on May 1, 1944 in Torrington, CT to Oliver Thompson Sr. and Leva Frances Jones-Thompson. He leaves to cherish his memory, sister, Roberta Proctor, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
A celebration of Donald’s life will be held on Tuesday September 10, 2024...
Alan “Tyrone” Bonds of Waterbury, Connecticut, Sadly passed away on August 31, 2024 surrounded by his loved ones.
Tyrone was born on June 24, 1959 in Worth, West Virginia to the late Leatha (Johnson) and Henry Bonds Sr. At an early age, Tyrone attended McDowell County Schools and attended Galilee Baptist Church in West Virginia. He then...
Claude Michael Norfleet, 69, of 30 Framingham Drive, Waterbury, Connecticut passed on to eternal rest on Thursday, August 29, 2024 after a brief illness.
Claude was born in Waterbury, CT on December 20, 1954, son of the late Claude and Florence Norfleet. Claude Attended Wilby High School and graduated in 1972. Claude enjoyed cooking and held numerous...
Rosette L. Freeman- Gattison was born in Norfolk, Virgina on July 23, 1956 to the Late William F. Freeman Sr and Lessie Barham Freeman.
Rosetta was educated in the New Haven Public School system; she graduated from Richard C. Lee High School.
Rosetta was affectionately known as Aunt Roro to her many nieces and nephews. ...
Rosalyn Jane (Williams) Agbodoe was called home to her heavenly father on Sunday, August 25th 2024. Roz led an active and vibrant life despite battling illness for the past several years. She was the daughter of Jane Bannister Harris and Julius Harris. She was born in New Haven, CT on January 18, 1946. Rosalyn was predeceased by her parents, her...
Timothy Paul Dixon was a classic, vibrant soul, known for his unique humor, kindness, love, generosity, and infectious smile. He had the unique ability to touch the lives of family, friends, and people of all ethnicities. He was no stranger to his religious beliefs where he consistently inspired all to live by the teachings of God’s divine purpose....
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved George Odian Blake, affectionately called “Jah B” and “Teacher”. George passed away on Sunday August 25, 2024, at the Smilow Hospital, in New Haven, Connecticut. He was born on January 11, 1949 to Agatha Hewitt and Samuel Blake in Allsides, Trelawny, Jamaica. He was 75 years...