All Obituaries

  Naugatuck-Ellen Louise (Suchy) Zalewski, age 78, loving wife of Joseph F. Zalewski, passed away on Thursday April 11, 2024 at St. Mary’s Hospital.   Born in Bridgeport, CT on October 22, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Margaret (Pettit) Suchy.  She was raised in Trumbull, and moved to Naugatuck in 1974.  Ellen was an active member of St. Vincent Ferrer Church, where she served as the parish secretary and was a member of the Ladies Guild and...

NAUGATUCK- Denise Rebecca (Allard) Liguori, 58, of Naugatuck, died unexpectedly April 10th, 2024, at Waterbury Hospital.   Denise was born in Waterbury August 10th, 1965, daughter of the late Donald R.  Allard and Patricia Jean (Franklin) Allard  Donnelly. She was employed by the State of Connecticut in the Department of Developmental Services. She worked at Southbury Training School for many years and later worked regionally.    Denise was an active member of...

NAUGATUCK- Timothy Alan Knapp, 76, of Naugatuck, died Friday, April 5th, 2024 at Glendale Center. He was the husband of Barbara E. Knapp.   Timothy was born in Norwalk, Ct. July 21st, 1947, son of the late Gerald and Edith (Dorothy) Knapp. He was employed at Bozzuto's as a truck driver until his retirement after 38 years. He enjoyed racing and trips to Maine.   In addition to his wife Timothy leaves two daughters Margaret Todd and her husband Franklin of Waterbury and...

PLANTSVILLE- Jesse James Stankey, 41, of Plantsville, died unexpectedly Friday, March 29th, 2024.    Jesse was born in Bridgeport, Ct. May 10th, 1982, son of the late Stanley and Cheryl (Reynolds) Stankey. He was a graduate of Naugatuck High School. He was employed by Kapura General Contractors , working in home restoration.    Jesse loved sports, especially football, just as much as he loved talking junk about the professional players throughout the seasons. His...

Manuel R. Mendes, of Naugatuck, died peacefully on March 28 following a long illness. Manny was born July 16, 1937, in Lousa, Coimbra, Portugal, son of the late Jeronimo and Assuncao (Rodrigues) Mendes. He was a talented mason whose beautiful stonework graces many homes and buildings in the area, including the Naugatuck Portuguese Club, where he was a beloved regular. He could often be found enjoying an espresso at the club’s bar, especially if Sporting was...

PROSPECT- James Julian Charette, 75, of Prospect,  died Wednesday, March 27th, 2024 at St. Marys Hospital in Waterbury. He was the beloved husband of Tammy (Goss) Charette. James was born in Fort Kent, Maine August 5th, 1948, son of the late Joseph J.  and Rita (Caron) Charette. He was a retired screw machine operator, and had worked at Bic Pen,  Devon Manufacturing and Amphenol Corporation. He enjoyed spending time at the senior center and playing cards.   In...

      Naugatuck-Jose M. “Zeca” DeMatos, age 85, husband of the late Albertina “Tina” (Nata) DeMatos, passed away on Tuesday March 19, 2024 at St. Mary’s Hospital VITAS Innovative Care Unit surrounded by his family.   He was born June 2, 1938 in Pardilho, Portugal, son of the late Joaquim and Emilia Dematos.  Jose was a longtime Naugatuck resident and moved from Portugal to the United States in 1968 with his family.  He owned...

Naugatuck-Ronald S. Aviz, age 59, passed away at his home on Wednesday March 13, 2024.   Born in Brazil on July 2, 1964, he was the son of Pedro R. and Maria R. (DaSilva) Aviz.  Ron grew up in Naugatuck and graduated from Naugatuck High School where he played football.  He was an avid New York Met fan and enjoyed watching sports, music and going to concerts.   In addition to his parents of Naugatuck, Ron leaves his family; his son Jacob Ronald Aviz; his brother Robert...

Naugatuck-Darryl J. Thompson, age 58, passed away Monday March 11, 2024 at Waterbury Hospital from the long term effects of smoking.   He was born in Waterbury, CT on July 20, 1965 and was a lifelong Naugatuck resident. Darryl was an avid NASCAR and Pittsburgh Steeler fan and he enjoyed fishing, rock music, especially Van Halen.   He leaves his daughters, Krystal and Nickolle Reilly (his youngest and favorite daughter), his four grandchildren, Gianna Freeman, Bentlee Aviz,...

NAUGATUCK- Domingos M. Almeida, 76, of Naugatuck, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family Saturday, March 9th, 2024 at his home. He was the husband of Maria Ercilia Valente Almeida.   Mr. Almeida was born October 27th, 1947 in Pardilho, Portugal, son of the late Armando and Lourdes (Matos)  Almeida. He was Vice President of Cocchiola Paving, retiring after 49 years. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Fatima Church.    Domingos was a member of the Naugatuck...