Barbara F. Gonsalves, 90, of Prospect passed away peacefully while surrounded by her loved ones on March 4, 2026 at St. Mary’s Hospital.  Barbara was the widow of the late Alfred Gonsalves.  Born February 20, 1936 in Waterbury, she was the last living child of the late Edward and Hazel (Joy) Root.   Barbara was a truly remarkable woman—fun-loving, humorous, generous, and filled with joy. Her family was the center of her world, and her home was always a ...

Chereel Stafilopatis, 81, of Waterbury, passed away peacefully  while surrounded by her loving family on the March 3, 2026. An obituary will be available soon. Prospect Memorial/The Palmerie Family Funeral Home is honored to care for Chereel and assist her family during their grief journey. Please leave your condolences, memories, and photos of Chereel for her family on her Tribute Wall on this page. 

Deborah Ann Nathan, 69, of Waterbury, passed away suddenly on February 27, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Catherine Nathan, and beloved mother of Dwann Nathan, of Waterbury. All arrangements are private and at the convenience of the family. Prospect Memorial Funeral Home is honored to care for Deborah and assist her family during this difficult time. Please leave your condolences, memories, and photos of Deborah on her Tribute Wall on this page. 

John "Jack" V. Pekar, 81, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026. An obituary will be available soon. Prospect Memorial/The Palmerie Family Funeral Home is honored to care for Jack and assist his family during their grief journey. Please leave your condolences, memories, and photos of Jack for his family on his Tribute Wall on this page. 

Mildred Hawks, age 96, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026. Mildred was from Trumbull, Connecticut, where she raised her children and built a life centered around family and friends. Later in life, she moved to Newtown, Connecticut, where she spent most of her remaining years. She lived a long, full life defined by strength, independence, and unwavering love for her family and friends. She was the beloved widow of her late husband, Kenneth Hawks, with whom she shared many cherished ...

Obituary for Atlas Michael Santiago   Atlas Michael Santiago entered this world surrounded by love and left it wrapped in it.   Though his time on earth was far too brief, Atlas made a mark that will last forever. From the very beginning, he showed the heart of a fighter — strong, stubborn, and full of spirit. He refused every pacifier offered to him, already determined to do things his own way. His expressive little faces, his quiet strength, and the way he held on to ...

It is with great sadness that the family of Ernest “Ernie” Dyer, age 76, of Waterbury, Connecticut, announces his peaceful passing on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Saint Mary’s Hospital/VITAS. Ernie was born on August 26, 1949, in Portland, Maine to the late Esther (Smith) Fasano. He served in the United States Army, including a tour in Vietnam and was a member  of the VFW Post 7330. He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife of 46 years, ...

Roberta Jane Zimmerman-Szuch, 94, passed away at her home in Connecticut on February 20, 2026, surrounded by immediate family and a few close friends, and is now in the hands of her Lord Jesus Christ. Roberta affectionately known to many as “Bobby” was loved & liked by many throughout her life & career, was a hard-working, kind-hearted generous person, with a sense of humor Throughout her life she enjoyed her Airedale Terrier, Basset Hounds, laughing, baking cakes, ...

Phyllis Delores Jasinski Bailey, 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Born on January 8, 1932, in Chester, Pennsylvania, Phyllis was the beloved daughter of Matthew and Pauline Jasinski and one of four children. She grew up in Chester and graduated from Chester High School, carrying with her the strong values of faith, family, and hard work that would define her life. Phyllis married the love of her life, Joseph John Bailey, and together they built a home centered on ...

Mr. Mario C. Gugliotti passed away peacefully at home on February 17, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was 79 years old. Born on July 10, 1946, in Morcone, Italy, Mario was the beloved son of the late Armando and Yolanda (Santonofrio) Gugliotti. He carried with him the strong values of family, hard work, and devotion that defined his life. Mario met and married the love of his life, Roseann (Colella) Gugliotti, and together they shared 47 beautiful years of marriage filled with ...