Charles De La Vergne, 93, of Prospect died surrounded by the love and prayers of his family on Monday, April 29, 2024 at St. Mary’s Hospital. Charlie leaves his daughter, Cynthia Wilson of Prospect and his step daughter Linda Troski and husband Stan of Watertown, granddaughters Wendy (Rob) of Watertown and Crystal (Don) of Bristol and their families. He now joins his late wife Deborah (Bouldon) De La Vergne in heaven after missing her for the past 7 years. Born March 13, 1931 in...

Mr. Robert E. Goodson passed away peacefully on April 25, 2024 at Middlesex Hospital.  Bob's full obituary will be posted as soon as it becomes available.  Fond memories, favorite photos and your words of love and support can be shared on Bob's Tribute Wall on this website.  

Ritchie J. Gavel, 78, of Naugatuck, passed away April 24, 2024. He was born October 5, 1945, a son to the late Leo and Ruth Gavel. He was the devoted husband of Deborah Gavel and loving father to Craig and Melissa. Visitation will be held for Ritchie on Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 12 to 2pm at Prospect Memorial Funeral Home/The Palmerie Family Funeral Home, 122 Waterbury Rd., Prospect, CT 06712. You are invited to share your condolences for Ritchie and his family on his Tribute Wall on this...

Betty Ann Bergstrom, 87, formerly of Milford, passed away peacefully at home on April 23, 2024.  Betty was the beloved wife of the late George T. Bergstrom. She was born on March 15, 1937 in Milford to the late David and Bertha (Jablonsky) Mulvihill.  Betty was a devoted lifelong parishioner of St. Mary’s Church and served as a member of the Ladies’ Guild, the Home and School Association and volunteered with the monthly Parkinson’s support group.  For many...

Carolea Frances (Gardocki) Schindo, 74, of Woodbury passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 20th, 2024.  Born May 13th, 1949 in Port Chester, New York, a daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Zadlo) Gardocki.  Carolea graduated from Port Chester High School in New York. She had quite a varied occupational history.  As a young woman she was a leg model and fashionista who was an avid collector of shoes.  Later on she worked at a testing lab whereby her love of animals...

Erin Marie Nagel, 54, of Gilbert, Arizona, passed away on April 19th, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.  Throughout her journey she inspired all with her positive energy, optimism, and grace. Erin was born on February 6th, 1970, in Waterbury, Connecticut.  After she graduated from Sacred Heart High School in 1988, she went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Western Connecticut State University.  For the last 21 years, Erin has worked for...

George “Lee” Stephens, born in Coffey County, Kansas on January 3, 1958, died on April 18, 2024 after a long and heroic battle with cancer. Lee is survived by his wife of almost 30 years, Susan Gentile Stephens, formerly of Naugatuck, his daughter Sarah daSilva Alicea, son-in-law Rosento Alicea, granddaughter Adriana Alicea, brother-in-law Francis Gentile, closest friend Matthew Raven (Marion) and many friends. We cannot forget his beloved dog and side kick, Wyatt. Lee was...

Anthony “Tony” C. Iacobelli, 98, of Waterbury passed away peacefully while surrounded by the love of his family at St. Mary’s Hospital on Saturday, April 13, 2024.  He was the widower of Angelina (Evangelista) Iacobelli whom he missed dearly since her passing in 2017.  Tony was born in Waterbury on November 28, 1925, a loving son of the late Domenico and Concetta (Ciarelli) Iacobelli.  While enrolled in college, Tony enlisted in the United States Army,...

John “Jack” Joseph Durbin Jr., 76, of Prospect died peacefully after a long illness with his loving family by his side  on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at Waterbury Hospital. Jack was the loving husband of Linda (Stakum) Durbin.  Born in Waterbury, Jack was the son of the late John J. Durbin Sr. and Ann (Solberg) Durbin.  Jack was a toolmaker by trade and worked at Risdon and then Eyelet Crafters for many years before his retirement.  He enjoyed salmon fishing in...

It is with heavy hearts that the Garay- Rivera family announces the unexpected passing of their soulmate, father and brother, William Garay-Rivera, 49, of Waterbury.  William was born March 26, 1975 in Ponce, Puerto Rico, a son of Rosa Rivera and the late William Garay – Monsanto.  During  his youth, William  trained for the Triathalon for the Olympics.  While growing up in Puerto Rico his family, the Garay’s, were well known in Ponce for their horse...