Family Rallies to Fulfill Final Wish Of CT Man Killed In Route 15 Crash Family Rallies to Fulfill Final Wish Of CT Man Killed In Route 15 Crash
Family Rallies to Fulfill Final Wish Of CT Man Killed In Route 15 Crash Loved ones of a 24-year-old Hamden man who was killed after his car skidded off Route 15 and struck a tree are rallying around him one last time to fulfill his final wish. Luis Fernando Rodas-Pech, of Hamden, was killed early Monday, Jan. 12, after losing control of his 2010 Toyota Camry in north Hamden, going off the side of the highway around 2:15 a.m. and crashing into a tree, Connecticut State Police said. He later died from his injuries at Yale New Haven Hospital. A family member launched a GoFundMe campaign to help send Rodas-Pech’s body back to his home country of Guatemala, somethin…
CT High School Senior Dies Suddenly At Home: 'Our Hearts Are Broken' CT High School Senior Dies Suddenly At Home: 'Our Hearts Are Broken'
CT High School Senior Dies Suddenly At Home: 'Our Hearts Are Broken' An 18-year-old Connecticut high school senior died suddenly, and now her community is coming together to support her grieving family. Abby Greene died at her home, according to a Monday, Jan. 12, Facebook post from Newtown High School College and Career Center. School officials said she died Thursday afternoon. They did not disclose the cause of death. “Our hearts are broken, and we send our heartfelt condolences to the Greene family at this very sad time,” school officials wrote. Messages of grief and remembrance quickly spread on social media as news of Greene’s death reached friends,…
CT Man Killed By Stray Bullet Through Wall Had Child On The Way: 'Left Us Way Too Soon' CT Man Killed By Stray Bullet Through Wall Had Child On The Way: 'Left Us Way Too Soon'
CT Man Killed By Stray Bullet Through Wall Had Child On The Way: 'Left Us Way Too Soon' A Danbury man killed after a bullet tore through the wall of his home is being remembered for his work as a barber and the future he was building as a husband and father, a future cut short. Victor Luis Quispe, 37, was inside his Lake Avenue townhome when the gunfire struck Wednesday night, Jan. 7, according to police. "We came from humble beginnings, and Victor never forgot where he came from," his family wrote in his obituary. "His generosity was boundless—he always remembered family back home, often providing meals or support to those in need. His giving spirit extended to all of us; he …
CT Teen Dies Suddenly From Brain Tumor Just Weeks Before 16th Birthday CT Teen Dies Suddenly From Brain Tumor Just Weeks Before 16th Birthday
CT Teen Dies Suddenly From Brain Tumor Just Weeks Before 16th Birthday A popular Stratford teenager known for her kind smile, bright future, and positive spirit has died. She was less than two weeks away from her 16th birthday. Khristina Sinche, 15, of Stratford, died Thursday, Jan. 8. She was a sophomore at Stratford High School, where she was a member of the girls' swim team. Khristina fell ill while traveling with her family in Colombia to celebrate the New Year. Doctors found a brain tumor, but despite undergoing two surgeries, her condition worsened, according to a GoFundMe created for her family. Her family arranged an air ambulance to bring her home, h…
CT Firefighter Dies Suddenly Off-Duty: 'Words Can't Describe How Much He'll Be Missed' CT Firefighter Dies Suddenly Off-Duty: 'Words Can't Describe How Much He'll Be Missed'
CT Firefighter Dies Suddenly Off-Duty: 'Words Can't Describe How Much He'll Be Missed' The Bristol Fire Department is mourning the sudden loss of one of its own. Fire equipment technician Jason “Jay” Kelly, who served the department for more than 20 years, died unexpectedly while off duty, the department announced. "Words cannot describe how much he is going to be missed, as a huge part of BFD for over 2 decades," Bristol firefighters posted on Facebook. "Jay was known and loved by many, and respected for his expertise throughout the fire service and beyond. We are proud to have called him our brother and our friend." Kelly also served the Rocky Hill Fire Department, wher…
Actor Roger Ewing Dies: Starred In Legendary TV Series 'Gunsmoke' Actor Roger Ewing Dies: Starred In Legendary TV Series 'Gunsmoke'
Actor Roger Ewing Dies: Starred In Legendary TV Series 'Gunsmoke' Roger Ewing, the actor best known for his role on the legendary TV series "Gunsmoke," has died. His family has just confirmed his death at the age of 83, which occurred last month in Morro Bay, California, located on the central coast of the state, roughly halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles. A specific cause of death was not disclosed, according to the Neptune Society and multiple media reports. Ewing joined "Gunsmoke" in 1965, first appearing as Ben Lukens before being cast as the regular character Clayton Thaddeus "Thad" Greenwood. He starred in more than 50 episodes between 19…
Former WestConn President John B. Clark Dies After Short Illness Former WestConn President John B. Clark Dies After Short Illness
Former WestConn President John B. Clark Dies After Short Illness Western Connecticut State University is saying goodbye to one of its former and formative leaders.  John B. Clark led WestConn during a pivotal period that reshaped the campus and affected thousands of local students and families, the school said in a memorial post. His death was announced following his passing on Jan. 2, following a short illness.  Clark served as the university’s ninth president from 2015 to 2022. His tenure came during a time of rising costs, enrollment pressure, and rapid change in public higher education. One of his most lasting local impacts was expand…
Cause Of Death Released For Film Star Brigitte Bardot Cause Of Death Released For Film Star Brigitte Bardot
Cause Of Death Released For Film Star Brigitte Bardot Fans around the world are learning what led to the death of Brigitte Bardot, the legendary French actress, fashion icon, and animal rights activist whose beauty and spirit defined an era. Bardot died at age 91 at her home in Saint-Tropez in late December. Her husband, Bernard d'Ormale, revealed this week that the screen legend died from complications related to cancer.  He shared that Bardot had undergone two operations for an unspecified cancer, but ultimately, "the cancer took her," according to multiple reports in France and elsewhere. Despite discomfort in her final days, d'Ormale…
Michael Reagan, Former President's Son, Dies: Conservative Commentator Michael Reagan, Former President's Son, Dies: Conservative Commentator
Michael Reagan, Former President's Son, Dies: Conservative Commentator Michael Reagan, the eldest son of former President Ronald Reagan and a longtime conservative commentator, died on Sunday, Jan. 4, at age 80 in Los Angeles while surrounded by family. His death was announced Tuesday, Jan. 6, by his family and the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute, which called him a "steadfast guardian of his father’s legacy." Family members said he died after a battle with cancer. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute mourns the passing of Michael Reagan, the eldest son of President Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman, and a steadfast guardia…
CT Boy, 16, Who Died On New Year’s Day Brought 'Comfort And Warmth To Any Room’ CT Boy, 16, Who Died On New Year’s Day Brought 'Comfort And Warmth To Any Room’
CT Boy, 16, Who Died On New Year’s Day Brought 'Comfort And Warmth To Any Room’ A 16-year-old Connecticut boy who died on New Year’s Day is being remembered for his big dreams and even bigger heart, his loved ones said. Carlos Miguel Gonzalez-Barreiro's death has shaken the New Britain community, which remembers him as a joyful kid who brightened "any room he graced." "Though his time on earth was far too brief, Carlos’ life was rich with meaning and love," his obituary said. "He will be remembered for his kind heart, quiet strength, and the gentle joy he brought to those around him. While our hearts grieve his loss, we take comfort in our faith, trusting that Carlos i…
Community Mourns Death Of Young CT Dad: 'They Had Just Begun Building Beautiful Life' Community Mourns Death Of Young CT Dad: 'They Had Just Begun Building Beautiful Life'
Community Mourns Death Of Young CT Dad: 'They Had Just Begun Building Beautiful Life' A Connecticut family preparing to ring in the new year with their infant daughter had their world shattered by the sudden death of the child’s father. Mohamed Al-Amin Dieng, of Bridgeport, was 25 years old when he died on Dec. 28. His family has not disclosed a cause of death. He leaves behind his girlfriend, Cheyenne Hill, and their infant daughter, Annaleia. Dieng took pride in providing for his family, according to his obituary. He had recently earned his commercial driver’s license and was preparing to start a career in trucking. His sudden death has left his loved ones grappling with g…
Stand-Up Comic, TV Host, Police Officer Dies Suddenly At NY Home; Comics Pay Tribute Stand-Up Comic, TV Host, Police Officer Dies Suddenly At NY Home; Comics Pay Tribute
Stand-Up Comic, TV Host, Police Officer Dies Suddenly At NY Home; Comics Pay Tribute John Mulrooney, a Brooklyn-born stand-up comedian, late-night host, and former police officer, has died. He was 67. Mulrooney died suddenly at his home in Coxsackie, New York, on Monday, Dec. 29, according to his obituary. No cause of death was cited. Mulrooney became a mainstay on the New York comedy scene during the 1980s. He performed at major clubs like the Improv, the Comic Strip, and the Laugh Factory. Fans knew him for his boisterous energy and fearless style, according to USA Today. He gained popularity with audiences and earned respect from some of the era’s most well-known stand-…