Obituaries

Jul 11, 2023

Latanya Johnson was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, on November 18, 1977, to Gerdine Johnson and Anthony Wade Sr. She entered eternal rest on July 11, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones.

Latanya Johnson grew up in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and had a close-knit family. Throughout her life, she was known for her warm heart, infectious laughter, and unwavering...

Jul 10, 2023

Ruth Mary Saunders was born on May 1st, 1919 in Bridgeport, CT to the late Matt and Alice (Hanks) Saunders. Her father was the longtime manager of the Palace and Majestic theaters in downtown Bridgeport. Ruth attended Bridgeport Central HS and graduated from Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall in Milford, CT. Ruth worked for many years...

Jul 10, 2023

Chirag Mehta, age 49, of Trumbull, Connecticut, beloved husband of Swati, passed away on July 10th, 2023, in Smilow Cancer Hospital, New Haven, CT. Chirag was born in India, the son of Sirish and Pravina Mehta. He was living with his beloved wife (Swati), son (Kunal), daughter (Tanvi), mom (Pravina), and dad (Sirish). Chirag loved spending time with his...

Jul 5, 2023

Carol Ann Riccitelli, 87, died peacefully in Maefair Health Care Center, Trumbull, CT, on July 5, 2023. Born in Bridgeport, CT on February 1, 1936, she was the youngest child of the late Joseph and Anna Petrino, and was a resident of that city for 87 years. She was a member of Central High School's graduating class of 1954, ...

Jul 1, 2023

It is with deepest sadness that we announce the passing of Robert P. Yoney, age 73 of Branford and Easton on Saturday, July 1, 2023 following a long illness. He was the beloved husband of Sally Ward Yoney who predeceased him in 2020. Born in Bridgeport, he was a son of Paul S. and Ruth Barter Yoney and was...

Jun 28, 2023

Services are to be announced

Jun 28, 2023

Susan J. O'Connell, age 78 of Trumbull died Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at St. Vincent's Medical Center Bridgeport. Born in the Bronx, New York she was the daughter of John and Julia Russell O'Connell. She was a graduate of Saint Simon Stock High School and Bellevue Nursing School. She was a Registered Nurse for over 40 years and worked...

Jun 27, 2023

Margaret Tierney Barrella, age 62, of Bridgeport, beloved wife of Peter Barrella, passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2023, in St. Vincent's Medical Center. Margaret was born in Norwalk, daughter of the late John L. and Frances Lawson Tierney. Survivors, in addition to her husband, include her devoted son Peter-John Barrella of Hartford, two sisters Frances T. Cummings and Alice...

Jun 25, 2023

Jeanne H. (Cavalieri) Flynn, age 86 of Milford, passed away peacefully with her family at her bedside on Sunday, June 25, 2023. Jeanne was pre-deceased by her husband Richard M. Flynn, her mother Pasqualina (Lena) Cavalieri, her beloved sisters Marion Bednarski and Frances Lopinto and her Brother in-laws Morry Lopinto and Douglass Youd.

She was an Elementary...

Jun 23, 2023

Robert F. Monaghan, III, age 47, passed away, Friday, June 23, 2023, in St. Vincent's Medical Center. Robert is survived by his beloved parents Robert F. Monaghan, Jr. and Kathleen Shanahan Monaghan of Trumbull, a devoted brother to Brendan Monaghan and wife Lynn Monaghan of Framingham, MA, his sisters Bridget Cahill and husband Patrick Cahill of Hanover MA, and...

Jun 18, 2023

Timothy James Ward, 53, passed away suddenly on June 18, 2023. Born in Bridgeport, CT, on March 31, 1970, he was the son of Peter and Patricia Ward. He is survived by his mother Patricia, of Kittery Point, ME; his sister Shannon Swiger and her husband, Terrence, and his nephews Terrence and Aidan, of Kittery Point, ME; his daughter...

Jun 12, 2023

Paul Lovar died on June 12, 2023, in Littlestown, Pennsylvania. He was 68. Paul was born in Pennsylvania on April 12, 1955 to his parents, John and Ethel Lovar. Not long after, he moved to, and was raised in, Bridgeport, CT. He married his wife, Marge, on May 26, 1978; they just celebrated 45 years together this past May....

Jun 12, 2023

Thomas M. Brennan, age 76 of Bridgeport, passed away peacefully June 12, 2023 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his beloved wife Dale Brennan, daughter Jodie Delach and her husband Michael, son Michael Brennan and his wife Vivienne, and daughter Danielle Bartlett and her husband Michael. He was predeceased by his cherished son...

May 26, 2023

Anastasia Drake, age 86 of Seymour passed away Friday, May 26, 2023 at St. Vincent's Medical Center. Born in Bridgeport, she was the daughter of the late Clement and Anna Kupis Ancewicz. Anastasia was a retired secretary at Sikorsky Aircraft. She has survived by her beloved son, Kevin Drake and his wife Pam, beloved daughter, Debbie Ice, brother, Charles...

May 20, 2023

Private Services

May 17, 2023

Russell B. Captor, age 86 formerly of Monroe died on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at St. Vincent's Medical Center. He was the husband of the late Patricia A. Farrell Captor for 54 years. Born in Scranton, PA, Russell was an Eagle Scout, Scout Leader and served on the Board of Directors. He graduated from Keystone College in 1956 with...

May 14, 2023

Private Services

May 7, 2023

It is with great sadness that we share that Matthew Robinson, 29, has passed away. Matt was born in Reading, England on November 22, 1993, and moved to Trumbull in 2001, graduating from Trumbull High School. Matt was an avid Manchester United fan, and a Life Scout at Troop 65 in Trumbull. Matt leaves behind his son Maxwell, his...

May 7, 2023

Joan Marie Galla, age 90 formerly of Trumbull passed away Sunday, May 7, 2023. Born in Bridgeport she was the daughter of the late John J. and Gizella Buda Galla. Joan was a graduate of the College of Saint Elizabeth, New Jersey, and received her masters and 6th year certification from Fairfield University. She was a retired Principal of...

Apr 30, 2023

Joan Balamaci, age 89, of Fairfield, beloved wife of the late Vasel "Bill" Balamaci, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2023. Born Saturday April 7, 1934 in Cedar Grove, NJ to John Rideg and Jane Timko. A loving wife to her husband of 43 years, Vasel "Bill" Balamaci. Joan grew up in Connecticut, graduating from Bassick HS she worked...