Obituaries

Sep 24, 2025

Mark Ladyko died on September 24, 2025, after a year-long illness. Born on May 1, 1953, in Bridgeport, CT, he was a 1971 Shelton High School graduate and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Arizona, in 1975. During his career he held various sales and management positions, retiring from JC Penney as...

Sep 23, 2025

Frederick M. Castaldo, Jr. age 50, of Bridgeport passed away suddenly Tuesday, September 23, 2025, in St. Vincent's Medical Center. Fred was born in Bridgeport, beloved son of Irene (Cookie) Castaldo and the late Frederick M. Castldo, Sr. He attended Notre Dame High School and was employed by the City of Bridgeport Public Works Department. Fred was an Altar...

Sep 18, 2025

Geraldine "Gerry" Nolan (March 11, 1931 – September 18, 2025) was proud to say she was born in the Bronx, NY, and soon afterwards relocated to Montreal, Canada where she grew up. After graduating from the Villa Maria, Gerry received nursing degrees from Saint Mary's Hospital and St. Mary of the Woods.

Gerry relocated to New York...

Sep 9, 2025

Francis Michael Lacerenza, jr. of Stratford, CT, beloved son of the late Frank Michael Lacerenza & Theresa Maslowski Lacerenza, has entered into eternal rest with our Lord.

The fourth of seven children, Frankie carved his own path at an early age. After graduating from Darien High School, Frank served as an apprentice at his father's business, Frankie's...

Sep 8, 2025

Barry Hammons departed from this world on September 8, 2025.

Barry was the devoted husband of Maureen and Father to Thomas, Emily and Jacob.

He was also the adoring Grandfather to Summer, Jason and Skylin. During his time

on earth he gave freely to whoever was in need, especially if there was a...

Sep 7, 2025

Michael P. Rogers, age 90, of Stratford, CT passed away peacefully Sunday, September 7th, 2025. He was the son of the late Michael and Rose Kupstas Rogers. After high school, he enlisted in the U.S Marines and went on to proudly serve his country. He was the devoted husband of Barbara Cimelus Rogers for 63 years, until her passing...

Sep 6, 2025

Elaine Viverito Conti, age 84, of Shelton, passed away at her home on Saturday, September 6, 2025. She was the beloved wife of Jack Conti.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, Elaine was the daughter of the late Salvatore and Emma (D'Attile) Viverito. Before her retirement, she worked as an administrative assistant at Fairfield University, where she was...

Sep 5, 2025

William Joseph Kearns, III, age 82, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 4, 2025, at Sunrise Assisted Living. Born in Bridgeport, on November 22, 1942, Billy was the first of four children of the late William J. and Kathleen (Murray) Kearns. He was a lifelong resident of Bridgeport.

A devoted Catholic, Billy graduated from St. Augustine's Grammar...

Sep 3, 2025

Jodi A. Chill, age 72, of Trumbull, passed away September 3, 2025 at St. Vincent's Medical Center. Born in Bridgeport, she was the daughter of the late John and Joanna Chill. Jodi attended Sacred Heart School, Cathedral High School, Class of 1970. She retired as a Medical Transcriber. Jodi was a sports enthusiast and enjoyed bowling, softball and volleyball....

Sep 3, 2025

Robert J. Burdo of Milford, CT, formerly of Bridgeport, passed away on Wednesday September 3, at Yale New Haven Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.  He was the beloved husband of Linda Casano Burdo for 53 years.  Born in Bridgeport, on November 26, 1943, he was the son of the late Vincent and Mary Esposito Burdo.

Bob...

Sep 2, 2025

Charles Roger Bond age 82 passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at Bridgeport Hospital. Born in Bridgeport on December 3, 1942, Charles was the first of ten children of the late Charles B. and Jeannette (Parshall) Bond. He was a lifetime resident of Bridgeport.

He graduated from St. Augustine's Grammar School (1956) and Central High School...

Sep 2, 2025

Charles Roger Bond age 82 passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at Bridgeport Hospital. Born in Bridgeport on December 3, 1942, Charles was the first of ten children of the late Charles B. and Jeannette (Parshall) Bond. He was a lifetime resident of Bridgeport.

He graduated from St. Augustine's Grammar School (1956) and Central High School...

Sep 1, 2025

Nicholas T Pecorelli, age 91 of Bridgeport died September 1, 2025 at St. Vincent Medical Center. He was the beloved husband of the late Rae Crook Pecorelli. Born in Bridgeport, he was the son of Santo and Rose DeSabia Pecorelli. He is survived by his loving daughter, Lori Ann Pecorelli and her fiancé Ron Skyberg, and his loving companion...

Aug 29, 2025

John A. Karafa, age 83 of Bridgeport, formerly of Trumbull, entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 29, 2025, at Ludlowe Center for Health and Rehabilitation in Fairfield surrounded by his loving family.  He was born March 15, 1942, in Bridgeport, a son of the late Jack and Anne (Onkey) Karafa.  John attended Bridgeport school systems and graduated from...

Aug 24, 2025

Omina Bonhomme, 64, of Connecticut, passed peacefully on Sunday, August 24, 2025

She was born on Sunday, June 4, 1961, in Jacmel, Haiti. In September of 1997, she immigrated to the United States and settled in Connecticut, where she built a loving home and life with her family.

In 1985, Omina married her devoted husband,...

Aug 23, 2025

Louis A. Rodi age 92 of Bridgeport beloved husband of Tina Marella Morawski Rodi, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2025, in St. Vincent Medical Center. Survivors in addition to his wife include a son Louis A. Rodi, III, and wife Gena, granddaughter Cindy, stepchildren Lisa D'Agostino, Richard Morawski, Doreen, Morawski, and Tricia Morawski, a sister Lillian Haurilak and husband...

Aug 23, 2025

Lawrence Joseph Racioppo, 82, of Mashpee, MA, and longtime resident of Wappingers Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on Mott Street in New York, NY in 1943, he was the son of the late John and Emma (nee DeGeronimo) Racioppo.  Lawrence was part of the first graduating class...

Aug 22, 2025

Joanne White passed away on August 22nd, 2025 in New Haven, with her beloved husband of 50 years, Michael J. White, by her side.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, to Andrew and Mary O'Shea Smeragulio, Joanne dedicated her career to Special Education at Fairfield Public Schools, where she made a lasting impact on students, colleagues, and families...

Aug 22, 2025

Joan Manning Lowney, of Bridgeport, CT, passed peacefully on Friday, August 22, 2025, surrounded by loved ones following a brief illness. Born in Albany, NY, on January 18, 1935, Joan was the eldest daughter of John (Jack) and Alicia (née Clarke) Manning.

From her earliest days, music was the thread that ran through Joan's life. She loved...

Aug 17, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of, Patricia "Peb" Eileen Bosse Douglas on Sunday, August 17, 2025. Peb passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. She was the beloved wife of Richard Douglas.

Born on August 4th, 1944, in Bridgeport, CT, Peb was a woman of strength and grace. She...