Obituaries

Annie Lucille Jones, 86 of New Haven, CT passed away peacefully on September 8th, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Scotland Neck, North Carolina on November 20th, 1939 but lived most of her life in Newport News, VA and relocating to CT to live with family in 2020. Annie spent her…

March 16, 1966 – September 7, 2026Jantel Michelle Payne departed this earth on September 7, 2026, after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family.Born on March 16, 1966, Jantel was a lifelong part of the New Haven, Connecticut community. She grew up in New Haven, graduated from Richard C Lee High School, and later…

Consuela Denosa Laurent, 70, of West Haven, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2026. She was born on April 3, 1956, to the late Christopher Penn Sr. and the late Shirley Penn-Bustin. Consuela was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend whose warmth and caring spirit touched many lives. She dedicated many years…

Affectionately known as “Tobster,” Toby Sumrell of New Haven, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2026, at the age of 49.Born on March 18, 1977, in New Haven, Connecticut, Toby was a beloved father, son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He was the son of Maxine Sumrell and James Sumrell Sr. Throughout his life,…

Austin Marshall Nixon was born in New Haven, CT. To Kenneth and Elizabeth Nixon on July 19, 1950. Austin graduated from Hillhouse High School. After High School Austin studied music and became a professional drummer and played with well known artist in the business. Austin was a orator of family history. He love spending time…

Mr. Charles W. Smith, 67 of Bristol CT was born on June 2, 1959 in Dillon, SC. Charles was predeceased by his parents Benjamin Smith SR and Cora Bell Smith, Brother Robert Dives, Sisters: Clara Boatwright (Dillon, SC), Diane Bass-White, Carolyn Rivers, Angela Gail Smith. He is survived by his Daughter LaTasha Chung, Grandchildren Devin…

Eola AllenMAY 14, 1939 - AUGUST 28, 2026Eola Allen, a beloved mother. grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, partner, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2026, at the age of 87.Eola was born on May 14, 1939, to the late Frank and Espnola Craven. She grew up in Sherman, Texas, where she was raised in…

A celebration of Vaughn Xavier Hamilton's life will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Colonial Funerals, 86 Circular Avenue, Hamden CT 06514. Condolences may be expressed at colonialfunerals.com.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, September 4, 2026 at 1:00 P.M. at the State of Connecticut Veterans Cemetery, 317 Bow Lane, Middletown, CT.

Caldwell Johnson entered this life on December 27, 1946, to the late Johnny Johnson and Lucille Johnson in Manning, South Carolina. He peacefully passed away on August 12, 2026, at Central Connecticut Hospital, surrounded by his family.Caldwell graduated from Manning High School, where he passionately enjoyed playing basketball and baseball. After high school, in 1967,…