obituaries

Jul 3, 2025

Howard Powell was born in New Haven, CT on January 14, 1957, and took his last breath on July 3, 2025, at his home in West Haven, CT with his family by his side.

Howard was preceded in death by his Father Julius Powell, Mother Harriet Lemon Powell, Brother George Powell, Father-in-Law Patrick O'Neill, and Brother-in-Law P.T....

Jun 29, 2025

Ellen T. Culbreath, 70, of Waterbury, Connecticut, peacefully entered eternal rest on June 29, 2025.

Born on June 10, 1955, in Middletown, CT, Ellen was the beloved daughter of the late George Culbreath, Sr. and Ella Culbreath.

She is lovingly remembered by her children: Takisha M. Culbreath, Shavonne L. Culbreath, and Jasman Cox; her siblings:...

Jun 27, 2025

Hermena A. Jackson, 82, of New Haven, peacefully entered eternal rest on June 27, 2025. She was the beloved widow of Aston Jackson.

Born on January 15, 1943, in St. Catherine, Jamaica, she was the daughter of the late Levi and Belzena Golding.

Mrs. Jackson dedicated many years of her life working as a Certified...

Jun 7, 2025

On Saturday, June 7, 2025, Marion Elaine Branch Miller entered eternal rest. She was born on January 1, 1926, in Powhatan, Virginia to the late Linnie and Rosa Branch. She was predeceased by her husband, Leslie Neveron Miller, Sr., her son, Gary Miller and granddaughter, Kendra Miller. She is the 11 th child of 14 children. She attended Belona...

May 31, 2025

Larry Wardlaw, 78, of Hamden, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025. Born on September 28, 1946, in Pendleton, South Carolina, he was the beloved son of the late Norman Wardlaw and Estelle Gambrell Wardlaw Bell, and stepson of the late Richard Bell.

Larry graduated from Wilbur Cross High School in 1965. A standout student-athlete, he was...

May 25, 2025

James E. Rawlings, R.Ph., MPH (1943 – 2025)

James E. "Red Warrior" Rawlings, R.Ph., MPH, a visionary leader in healthcare, civil rights, and Native American advocacy, passed away of natural causes on May 25, 2025. He was 81.

A devoted son, brother, husband, father, and community elder, Mr. Rawlings was predeceased by his...

May 23, 2025

Peggie Caldwell, born on January 14, 1946, in Garland, North Carolina, was the beloved daughter of the late Joseph Caldwell and Mary Lamb Swain (Jeremiah Swain). After graduating from Clear Run High School, she relocated to New Haven, Connecticut, where she married her former husband, Julius Draughn. Together, they had two daughters, Pamela and Lori Draughn, and she lovingly...

May 13, 2025

Deborah Williams, 67, of New Haven, entered eternal rest on May 13, 2025.

Born on July 27, 1957, in New Haven, CT, Deborah was the beloved daughter of the late Benjamin Franklin Shuler and Elizabeth Smith Shuler. She proudly served in the U.S. Army and later worked as an Administrative Assistant at Yale University until her retirement....

Apr 5, 2025

Jacqueline Melendéz, 82, of New Haven, entered eternal rest on April 5, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Tito Melendéz.

Born in New Haven, CT, on June 11, 1942, Jacqueline was the daughter of the late Alex Neal and Josephine Harris Neal.

She was a housewife for many years and owned and...

Mar 27, 2025

With grace and peace, Jacqueline Flanagan, affectionately known as Jackie, passed away on the morning of Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Yale-New Haven Hospital in New Haven, CT.

Born on July 4, 1950, in Mt. Olive, North Carolina, Jackie was the beloved daughter of the late Charles and Virginia Flanagan. At the age of seven, she moved...

Mar 27, 2025

Willie Lincoln Ford Jr. succumbed to death on March 27, 2025, at 8:45 pm at the Veterans Medical Center in West Haven, CT after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on March 2, 1951, in Boston, GA, the beloved son of Willie Lincoln Ford Sr. and Lillie Pearl Ford. Willie's life was one of dedication, purpose, and...

Mar 16, 2025

William T. Owens, affectionately known as Tommy, was born on April 16, 1936, in New London, NC, to the late William and Della Pergee Owens. As the eldest son, he embraced the values of faith and family from a young age, faithfully attending church alongside his parents.

Tommy received his education in Stanly County and furthered his...

Mar 16, 2025

Overseer Gwendolyn Louise Good was born June 11, 1950, to the late Charlie Singleton, Sr. and Leola Short Singleton in Cheraw, South Carolina. On March 16, 2025, she went home to be with the Lord.

Overseer Gwendolyn Good and her family moved to Detroit, Michigan when she was young. She remained there for most of her schooling....

Mar 10, 2025

Diane Hamilton-Toles, 71, of New Haven, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2025.

Born on October 28, 1953, in Yemassee, South Carolina, Diane was the beloved daughter of Joseph N. Hamilton, Sr., and Corene Hamilton. She grew up in Connecticut and graduated from Eli Whitney Technical High School. Her passion for learning led her to further her...

Mar 4, 2025

Brenda C. McCullough, 81, of West Haven, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Dan McCullough, Jr.

Born on January 16, 1944, in Greenville, NC, Brenda was the daughter of the late Lawrence Anderson and Virginia Dare Anderson. She dedicated her career to the Knights of Columbus, where she...

Feb 28, 2025

George W. Thorne Sr., the son of the late Robert and Truller Thorne Sr was born July 28,1938 in Nashville, North Carolina. He quietly slipped into his eternal life on the day of February 28, 2025. He was educated in Nash County Public School in Nashville NC. George was a devoted lover of his siblings, children, grand and great...

Feb 18, 2025

Teresa Burroughs of North Haven, CT, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 17, 1942, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Mr. Antonio Dejesus and Mrs. Carmen Dejesus.

In 1950, Teresa moved with her family to Brooklyn, NY, where she...

Feb 12, 2025

Michelle Phillips Sharif was born on March 21, 1958, in New Haven, Connecticut to Charles and Gladys Phillips. She was the fourth of six children. She peacefully transitioned on February 12, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and friends.

As a lifelong New Haven resident, Michelle was educated in the New Haven public school system. After graduating...

Feb 5, 2025

Celebration of Life Memorial Service:

Saturday, April 12, 2025 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.

Banquet Hall 2550 Main Street Hartford, CT

Feb 5, 2025

Huzzella Arrington, 63, of New Haven, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025. Born on October 17, 1961, in New Haven, CT, she was the beloved daughter of the late Salomon Arrington and Huzzie Ray Cooper Arrington.

Huzzella was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories with...