Denise L. Smith, 59, of Naugatuck, passed away peacefully with her children and best friend by her side on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. Please keep Denise and her family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Denise's obituary will be published as soon as it becomes available. You are invited to share a fond memory, photo and words of comfort for Denise's family on her Tribute Wall on www.prospectmemorial.com

Ruth Mary McCray-Johnson, 89, of Erwin, NC gained her wings on September 17, 2023, at her home in Waterbury, CT. She was born in Erwin, NC on May 18, 1934, the daughter of the late Rev. Barney and Carrie McCray. Ruth is survived by a son, Ollie J. McCray and wife Valerie of Waterbury, CT, a daughter, Dr. Swiyyah K. Fareed and husband Vernon M. Fareed deceased of Norfolk, VA, and a brother Charles McCray and wife Hattie of Dunn, NC. Ruth has 6 grandchildren: Tyrone Hyman, Jaimie Hunter, Qaid...

Paula Rodriguez Barras, 72, of New Haven, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 15, 2023. Please keep Paula and her family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Paula's obituary will be published as soon as it becomes available. You are invited to share a fond memory, photo and words of comfort for Paula's family on her Tribute Wall on www.prospectmemorial.com

Laurine A. Murray, 67, of Prospect went home to be with our Lord on Thursday, September 14, 2023 after a brave and valiant battle with cancer. She was a well loved and dedicated special education teacher for many years at the North End Middle School. Born April 14, 1956 in Waterbury, Laurine was a daughter of the late Paul and Lorraine (Gilmartin) Murray. In her early adult years, Laurine was an avid bodybuilder. She achieved many awards including 1 st place in the Atlantic States Open. No...

Anita Beatrice Shopel, 88, formerly of Prospect passed away peacefully while surrounded by the love of her family on September 12, 2023 at the Lutheran Home of Southbury.  She was the widow of the late Paul Shopel. Born September 21, 1934, in Burlington Vermont, Anita was a twin daughter of the late Anthony and Helen (Giroux) Czyzewski.  Anita was a beautiful mother, wife, grandmother, sister and friend.  She loved to bake and watch the birds, particularly cardinals and...

Beverly A. DePaola of Waterbury passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023. She was born September 17, 1936 to the late James and Katherine Hennessey. She was predeceased by her husband Albert DePaola. Prospect Memorial / The Palmerie Family Funeral Home is honored to be assisting Beverly's family.  Please keep Beverly and her family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.  You are invited to share a fond memory, photo and words of comfort for Beverly's family...

Michael J. Townsend Wolcott- Michael Joseph Townsend passed away unexpectedly on September 8, 2023. He was the son of his late parents Sandra Lovallo and Dave Townsend.  He is also pre-deceased by his brother David Townsend. Michael is survived by his sister Donna Skala and husband John Skala of Niantic, his Step mother Patricia Townsend and step brother Ricky Catuccio, his nephews and niece, Gregory Anton, David Townsend Jr. and Krista Anton as well as his numerous aunts, uncles,...

Brittany Paige Young, 35, of Watertown, passed away unexpectedly on September 5, 2023. Her free spirit, zest for adventure, and artistry of life is mourned by her loving parents, Dawn and Brian Engelhard, brothers Brian Jr. and Justin, and sister Victoria and her precious son, Jaiden Ward. Brittany was tender-hearted mother, daughter, and sister, who was a talented cook and enjoyed different artistic endeavors and traveling. She had intended to begin her own beekeeping farm soon. In honor of...

James Louis Vander Eyk, formerly of Plantsville, CT and Fort Pierce, FL was called by the Grand Architect of the Universe to enter the House of the Lord on September 2, 2023 in the Masonic Health Center of Wallingford.  Jim was the husband of the late Joan (Seastrand) Vander Eyk, “My Bride” for 50 wonderful years. Jim was born on October 18, 1944 to the late Louis and Trudy (Keenan) Vander Eyk. He was a graduate of Wilby High School and Norwich University in Northfield VT...

Stephen R. Ruth, 77, of Waterbury, passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Stephen was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania on December 6, 1945, a son of the late Richard Ruth and Betty Jane. Stephen and his wife Mary shared 54 years of marriage and spent a wonderful 60 years together. They shared joy in doing things together like remodeling their home, vacationing and driving his rig across country as an owner/operator. Stephen retired after 17 years working...