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Waterbury – Mr. Luis Abreu, 95, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 5, 2020, at Waterbury Hospital. He was the beloved husband of the late Felicita Abreu.  Luis was born on June 29, 1925, in San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico, son of the late Francisco Abreu and Soltera Rodriguez. He is survived by his children, Leticia Abreu of New York, Joe Abreu of Bristol, Robert Abreu of Puerto Rico and Albert Abreu of Florida; his wife, Carmen Colon of Waterbury; two sisters, Aleja Cruz...

Waterbury - Mr. Pedro Colon, 29, passed away unexpectedly on August 4, 2020 in Waterbury. Pedro was born on October 28, 1990 in Puerto Rico to Pedro Colon and Ana Rivera. Calling hours are August 11, 2020 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Bergin Funeral Home, 290 East Main St., Waterbury. A funeral service will be held August 12, 2020 at 12:00 P.M. at the Funeral Home. Burial will follow in New Pine Grove Cemetery.

Waterbury – Elving Martinez, of Waterbury, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2020 at home. Elving was born on May 10, 1937 in Yauco, P.R., son of Enrique Martinez and Ramona Feliciano. He leaves behind his niece and caregiver, Mildred Mercado; four children; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one son and his siblings. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 from 11:00 to 1:00 PM at Bergin Funeral...

Counce, TN – Alica M. Burbridge, 30, formerly of Waterbury and Watertown, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 7, in Jackson, TN. Alica was born July 4, 1990 in Waterbury, daughter of Alex McNichol of Waterbury and Cheryl Burbridge Cruz of Waterbury. Alica attended local schools and attended Watertown High School. In 2012 she attended adult education and received her GED. She will be remembered for her love of the outdoors and being near the water. She will forever be missed by...

Wolcott – Edna Kazlauskas, 96, formerly of Watertown, passed away peacefully at Waterbury Hospital on July 3, 2020 after a brief illness. She was born in Waterbury to the late Frank and Elizabeth Moraska. Edna was predeceased by her husband, Charles “Vit” Kazlauskas and daughter, Carole Peircey. Edna retired from Eyelet Specialty in Wallingford. Her greatest joys in life were spending time with her family and friends, cake decorating, crafting and gardening. Edna was an...

Naugatuck – Mr. William Daniel Luddy, Jr, 72, formerly of Waterbury, passed away at his home on Thursday, July 2. William was born September 10, 1947 in Waterbury, son of the late William D. and Marjorie (Watterworth) Luddy, Sr. Raised in Waterbury, he attended local schools, was a graduate of Kennedy High School and was the co-owner of the former B & R Trucking. He had served honorably in the United States Army and will be remembered for volunteering to the help the elderly,...

Southbury – Michael C. Castigliego, 55, of Southbury, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2020 at Hartford Hospital. Michael was born on Feb 12, 1965 in Waterbury, son of Anthony Castigliego Sr. and the late Patricia (Buckley) Castigliego. Michael graduated from Sacred Heart University and later owned a landscaping and home improvement business for a number of years. He loved camping, boating, jet skiing, and enjoying the great outdoors. He will be remembered for his big heart, his...

  Naugatuck – Brandon N. Stallworth, 37, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 22, at St. Mary’s Hospital with his loving wife by his side. He was the husband of Emily E. (Olore) Stallworth. Brandon was born June 9, 1983 in Waterbury, son of Sylvester and Pamela (Fairfax) Stallworth of Naugatuck. In addition to his wife and parents, Brandon is survived by his brother, Marcus A. Stallworth and his wife Mayra of Waterbury; his best friend, Tristan L. Young and his wife...

Waterbury - “Meridor” peacefully passed away at his home surrounded by family Friday morning.  He was born in Yauco, PR and is the son of Enrique Martinez and Ramona Feliciano. He’s been a Waterbury resident for 57 years and has touched the lives of countless amount of people with his love, charm, and colorful humor. Family and children were a joy to him. He was affectionately also known as “Papito”. He will be sorely missed by many. He leaves behind...

Waterbury - Murteza Shira, 64 years old of Waterbury, was called to his eternal home on June 9, 2020. Murteza was born in Veleshta, Macedonia on Aug. 6, 1955. He is survived by his wife Ferida (Asan) Shira of 46 years; his oldest daughter Dile (Shira) Thompson of Waterbury; his son Muharem Shira of Naugatuck; his daughter-in-law Kimberly Shira of Naugatuck; his youngest daughter Umurzat Shira of Waterbury; his grandchildren Mariah Leila Cruz, Edison A. Marrero Jr., Brooke Shira, Savanna...