Vicente Pagan age 66 passed away courageously after a long battle with cancer. Vicente was born May 5,1955 in Puerto Rico. The son of the late Eduardo Pagan and Maximina Crespo. Vicente who was called Shorty by many friends and family enjoyed listening to music, dancing and fishing. But most importantly enjoyed spending time with his family. Vicente will be remembered as the life of the party and great cook. He had a passion for cooking good spanish food. He will be dearly missed by those who were blessed to have known and loved him. Left to honor his memory is his wife Milagros Diaz a host of step children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He also leaves his siblings Ana Iris Pagan. He is predeceased by Rosa and Israel Pagan. We would like to thank and acknowledge Stephanie, Dolly and most importantly Milagros for providing the great care throughout these last two years and many thanks to the family for round the clock care and special thanks to the Leever Center and Hartford Health Care for providing great care. Calling hours will be held on Friday, August 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Bergin Funeral Home, 290 East Main St., Waterbury.