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Olga Colon Obituary
Olga Rivera Colon, age 85, of Bridgeport entered into eternal rest on Sunday, August 7, 2016 in her residence, Bridgeport, CT. Olga was born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico to the late Pablo Rivera and Micaela Alvarez. She is the beloved widow of the late Pablo Colon whom she reunites with at last. She is survived by her son Jorge Colon (Linda); her daughter Sonia Colon Rivera (Juan); six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends that will miss her dearly. Friends are invited to attend calling hours on Friday, August 12, 2016 from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the Funeraria Luz de Paz, (Peaceful Light Funeral Home), 426 E. Washington Ave., Bridgeport, CT. Funeral Services have been scheduled for Saturday, August 13, 2016 starting at 9 a.m. at the Funeral Home. Interment will follow at The State of Connecticut Veterans' Cemetery, 317 Bow Lane. Middletown, CT. Please sign her online Memorial Page where you may share your memories, prayers, pictures, and more, found EXCLUSIVELY at www.luzdepaz.com
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August 12, 2016
May the God of all comfort provide peace and strength during this difficult time. My deepest sympathy. - 2 Cor 1:2
Yolanda Verrilli
August 11, 2016
I'm so sorry for you're loss Sonia and Jorge.
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Funeraria Luz de Paz - Bridgeport426 E. Washington Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06608
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