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Rafael Segarra Obituary

SEGARRA Rafael Segarra, age 44 of Bridgeport, passed away into the peaceful rest of the Lord on Monday, May 24, 2010 in Yale-New Haven Hospital. Rafael was born in Boston, Mass. to Zaida Segarra and the late Rafael Segarra Sr. before moving to Bridgeport before the age of 10. He was currently a police detective for the New Haven Police Department where he has been part of the force for 19 years. He was the beloved husband of Margarita Segarra of Bridgeport. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons, Rafael Segarra IV, Joshua T. Segarra; daughter, Erica Roman; sisters, Annette Negron; grandson, Eric Kluinowski; and a host of other relatives and friends who will sadly miss him. Rafael's passing will truly sadden many hearts. Friends are invited to attend calling hours on Friday, May 28, 2010 from 5 to 9 p.m. in the Funeraria Luz de Paz (La Funeraria de NUESTRA Comunidad), 426 E. Washington Ave., Bridgeport. Funeral services will take place on Saturday, May 29, 2010 beginning at 1o a.m.. Directly at St. Charles Barromeo Church, East Main Street/Ogden Street, Bridgeport. Interment will follow in Lakeview Cemetery, Bridgeport. Please sign our online registerbook, share your thoughts, memories, prayers, pictures and even video clips and is found only at www.luzdepaz.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a scholorship fund has been established in Rafael's Memory to Margarita Segarra, 70 Dewhirst Street, Bridgeport, CT 06606.

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Published by Connecticut Post from May 27 to May 28, 2010.

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Jeana Crespo and Family

June 6, 2010

We are so deeply saddened about the passing of Ralph. He will be greatly missed. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Tyrone, Terri, Tyshon, Tyerre Williams

June 1, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Stay strong in your faith and may God comfort you.

Tom Scanlon (BPD - Retired)

May 31, 2010

I am saddened to read of Ralph's passing. My deepest sympathy to all of his family. May he forever rest in peace and watch over you.

victor lopez

May 30, 2010

I was a friend of his threw my cousin but we also went to the same high school at harding . He was a good friend to me @ my family will miss him alot.God bless his family for this great lost but he is in a better place know. From The LOPEZ Family ( orlando,FL)

Ulises Batalla SR

May 29, 2010

Rafael (Ralph) Segarra Jr. (QEPD)

Rafaelito le llamábamos al padre y Ralph Jr. al hijo. Ambos fueron personas trabajadoras, emprendedoras y que prestaron un gran servicio a nuestra comunidad a través de los años. Sin pedir nada a cambio.
Rafael y Ralph Jr. dieron servicios voluntarios a nuestra comunidad, y casi pasaron desapercibidos, porque nunca
reclamaron credito, ni nada para ellos mismos. Ellos eran de los que ayudaban a levantar y a elegir nuestros lideres, sin ningún interes personal. Tomen nota los lideres fatulos de hoy, que ejercen el "Quitate tú, para ponerme yó". Dense cuenta que se están acabando los buenos, y se quedan los que no son tan buenos.
Que Dios guarde el recuerdo de Rafael y de Ralph Segarra Jr. porque fueron buenos, entre los buenos de verdad.

Ulises Batalla
Oviedo, Florida

May 29, 2010

MY DEEPEST SYMPATY TO THE SEGARRA FAMILY. I WILL KEEP THE FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS AND MAY GOD GIVE THE FAMILY STRENGHT AND COMFORT ON THIS DIFFICULT TIME. FROM AYSHA BETANCOURT FAMILY (BRIDGEPORT CT)

Louie Zayas

May 29, 2010

Annette,
I hope you remember me.
I coached you and Ralph in PCLL when you were both on the Red Sox.
I worked with Ralph at Arctic Sport Shop and truely loved the young man he had become.
He had always made me proud to call him friend and I will never forget him as I respect everything he was as a man.
Today as I read of his passing,I am so sorry for your loss and I will forever remember this great man who I so admire.
May God comfort you and your family during this time, and I will keep "My Boy" in my heart always.

May 28, 2010

I was so sadden to hear of Ralphy's passing He was such a sweet person I know the he is resting in God's loving arms. My prayers are with his family
for comfort and strentgh at this time.
The Butte family

Edgar & Nilsa Morales

May 28, 2010

Our deepest sympathy to the Segarra family in your time of sorrow. May God bless you and be with you all.

Sincerely,
Pina's y Tona's Family

Maddie Lopez

May 28, 2010

To the Segarra Family,
He was a leader in his community and showed the beauty of sincere caring for the kids he devoted his time to. My family had the privelage of sharing some wonderful times during our sons football seasons together. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace. The Lopez Family

May 28, 2010

RIP Ralphy. My prayers for the Segarra family. I went to Harding with Ralph very good person and friend. Sincerly Juan Mercado.

CHRIS LAHEY

May 28, 2010

OUR PRAYERS AND HEARTS GO OUT TO THE SEGARRA FAMILY. YOU WILL BE MISSED BY MANY AND LOVED BY EVEN MORE. GOD BLESS YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW.

CHRIS LAHEY

May 28, 2010

OUR PRAYERS AND HEARTS GO OUT TO THE SEGARRA FAMILY. YOU WILL BE MISSED BY MANY AND LOVED BY EVEN MORE. GOD BLESS YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW.R.I.P RAFAEL YOU ARE ETERNALLY RESTING IN GOD'S HANDS NOW.

Jose[Babalu]Ines Silva

May 28, 2010

My condolances to Segarra family Ralphi will be deeply missed he was a very good friend and a very decent men may God bless him and his family.

Bridgett Harrell

May 28, 2010

Annette,
Sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family.
Bridgett Harrell

Ray Robles

May 28, 2010

Very Huge lost for us down on earth and a huge gain in heaven where he is now. Lots of fun at Seaside Park Ralphy. One of the best times was seeing Ralphy last year at Citi Field at a Mets game. Lets Go Mets Ralphy!!My condolences to the Segarra family.

Sarita Lopez

May 28, 2010

RIP Ralphy and may God be with you Family in this time of Mourning
Sarita

sonyamarie

May 28, 2010

Many years ago I met Ralph at Seaside park playing baseballl with my cousins...after a few years passed I met up with him again and became friends working together at MONTEGO BAY..where Ralpy always looked out for us... who would think we'd meet up yet again at NHPD. In all the years..all the mutual friends never did anyone have a unkind word to say about this wonderful man. All who knew him, knew his love for his family and the kindness he extended to all was genuine and from the heart. All who have known him should consider themselves blessed. A husband, friend,father,relative,coworker..Ralph YOU succeeded at all! God Bless in your journey home and know that you are and forever will be missed. Sonyamarie

Jose M. Polanco

May 28, 2010

My condolences to the Segarra Family. I didn't know Rafael personally, but I knew of him through his sister, Annette, whom I work with. My prayers are with your family. He will be missed.

Jose M. Polanco & Family

May 28, 2010

Rafael will be always in our hearts, we will miss you, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Julio and Adriana Cruz.

Ralph Fonseca

May 28, 2010

Segarra Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Stay strong in your faith. God Bless All of You!

Love, Fonseca Family

Ricardo Rodriguez

May 28, 2010

As I think about you my friend on this day, I think of the good times. The days we would meet and discuss the job, friends and family. I will truly miss those days. Knowing that this is our temporary home and we all will meet again some day will make the coming days a little easier. May the love of friends and family carry your family through their grief and remember you will always have an extended family in New Haven.
you friend and classmate MPTC 234

Winston Ruiz Jr

May 28, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Segarra family. God of faithfulness, in Your wisdom You have called Your servant Ralph out of this world; release him from the bonds of sin, and welcome him into Your Presence, so that he may enjoy eternal light and peace and be raised up in glory with all Your saints. Amen. Winston Ruiz & Fam

Chrystal (Peterson) Graham

May 27, 2010

So sorry to hear about Ralphy's passing. He was such a great person, always with a ready smile. I pray that God's grace and love will sustain and keep you now and always.

May 27, 2010

Our condolences to the Segarra family. We lost a great man. May you find comfort in each other knowing that he will no longer be suffering. May Gods loving-kindness embrace you all in his love. Remember always the good times you had with him. May Gods peace be with the family. Love Eddie and Ana Cotto

Robert Larracuente

May 27, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Segarra family. May the Lord comfort you in your time of sadness.

Robert,Elina Larracuente

Leticia & Darryl Belton

May 27, 2010

May these words help you get through these sad times.

If you could see me now you wouldn’t shed a tear.
Though you may not understand why I’m no longer there.
Remember my spirit that is the real me because I’m still very
Much alive, I’ve just been set free, Oh, if you could only see!
I have beheld our Father’s face and I’ve touched my Savior’s
Hand. All of Heaven’s angels rejoiced as I entered the promised
Land. Beyond the gates of pearl I’ve walked on the golden streets.
I’ve touched the walls of jasper and dipped my foot in the
Crystal sea. The beauty is beyond words and nothing could
Compare, I’ve even seen your mansion and someday
I’ll meet you there. Let Jesus be your guide because
His Word will show you the way! So please don’t
Cry because we will meet again someday.

Margaret know we will be here for you and the kids.

Tony, Lydia Ortiz

May 27, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. May you all be comforted with the thought that he is at peace watching over his loved ones. We will keep you all in our prayers.

nancy ortiz-caviness

May 27, 2010

To the Segarra Fam,
GOD has called Ralph home, His time here on earth was finished and Is needed in the Heavenly . So I won't say good bye Ralph until we meet again..I believe you will be the same and full of your tricks:).I know you left peacefully and secure that God will take care of your family and provide all they need....

Nana Morales&Reyes Family

May 27, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Segarra family in your time of greif. May the lord and memories bring all you comfort.

Lisa Dadio

May 27, 2010

To the Segarra family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Ralph was an amazing person, who did not have a mean spirited ounce in him. I was fortunate to meet him over 18 years ago, when we went to the police academy together. He will be truly missed. My heart breaks for you all!

Dalia "Carmen" DeJesus-Tirado

May 27, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the entire Segarra Family. I knew Ralphy from high school. I remember the times we all hung out at Seaside Park. Ralphy truly was a nice guy back then; I can only imagine what a man he became. To his wife and children I pray for strength, peacefulness, courage and faith. Your husband, your father will always be with you…..he will always be a part of your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Ralphy, may you rest in peace, you will be missed by many.

Amaryllis Matos-Martorelli

May 27, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Brenda & Victor Planas

May 27, 2010

Annette, Margarita, Zaida and Segarra Family,

Our condolence to you all, God Bless Ralph and may he rest in peace.

Jose, Cindy, Alayne Bermudez

May 27, 2010

To Margaret and family, We are very sorry for your loss. We cant imagine the pain and sadness in your family. God will help you in these difficult times. Our prayers go out to you.

Jose Bermudez

May 27, 2010

To a friend and like a cousin/brother to me for over 35 years. I will miss you and your good heart. It will not be the same without you here. I enjoyed the times we had laughing, joking around, and hanging out. Those that didn’t know you don’t know what they have missed. You were a true friend and a person that would help anyone in need. I will miss you, Ralph. I send my condolences to your entire family. We will keep your spirit alive always. From your best friend , Jose “Pepito” Bermudez

Calixto Sanchez

May 27, 2010

I met Ralph, a long time ago in the east side. He was a good kid that i could never forget. I became a Bpt.cop.A few years later I was surpriced and glad that he also became a cop. He was a person with a big heart.
Calixto Sanchez

With my deepest condolences for you and unto your family and friends. May Gods almighty love shower you with his Peace.

Carmen Capeles

May 27, 2010

May 27, 2010

my condolences to the segarra family. rip ralph. mike jefferson (bpt ct

Edna Rodriguez

May 27, 2010

My thoughts and prayers to the Segarra family......So sorry for your loss

George Hughes

May 27, 2010

Annette sorry to hear about the loss of your brother, my condolences to you and your family.. God bless.

Tanya Graham

May 27, 2010

My deepest condolences to the entire family.

Helen (Grabowski) Lieto

May 27, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss.

Yvette Rodriguez

May 27, 2010

My prayers and deepest sympathy to the entire Segarra family. RIP my friend.

Wilfredo Cruz

May 27, 2010

On May 24, the Angles of Heaven opened the Golden Gates to let our friend Raphael Segarra into his everlasting peaceful home. Let us not consider his passing a lost but rather a gain of a Guardian Angel. Let us remember his life as that will help us through this devastating tragedy. He was a man of integrity and it was an honor to have been part of his life. We will miss him dearly. Our deepest sympathy to his Children, Wife, Mother, Sister and to everyone whom still loves him as we do. Until we meet again my dear friend/brother.

Wilfredo Cruz & Family

Hector Gonzalez

May 27, 2010

My heart goes out to the Segarra family. Ralph was a great man and funny at times. He was a true friend. He will be missed. Rest in peace Ralphy!

Medina Piedra

May 27, 2010

My sincere condolences to the Segarra family.

May 27, 2010

My deepest condolences to the whole Segarra Family, friends and the New Haven Police Department , I pray that GOD will give you strength at this difficult time in your life,"rest in peace Rafael" .

Nathan Polite & R.C. Polite (West Haven Ct)

Ann-Marie Anderson

May 27, 2010

Dear Annette: I am so very sorry that your brother has passed away from this life. He must have been a wonderful person, just as you are. I extend my condolences to your entire family, and I also feel sorrow for the people of New Haven as he was among the key personnel keeping that city safer from harm. God bless, With Love, Ann-Marie A.

May 27, 2010

WOW Ralphy I just cannot believe it !!!! You will be in my prayers. God bless your family through this difficult time.... GOD BLESS YOUR SOUL AND RIP !!!! From your friend Nilda (Alicea) Rodriguez

Mary and Ruben Polanco

May 27, 2010

Our sincerest condolences to the Segarra family on your loss. Ralph was truly a wonderful person and friend. He will forever remain in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grief.

nelson morales

May 27, 2010

my prayers for Raffys family, he was a great person, and had a positive impact in my life. a loving husband, and truely held his title as an awsome father....VAYA CON DIOS.........your friend popeye

Althea Gay

May 27, 2010

Remembering Raffe from high school, Always a nice person one of the "Harding High" football players. My deepest sympathies to the family in your time of lost, may "the LORD- JESUS" always give you comfort... GOD- Bless, Althea Gay

Jose Reyes

May 27, 2010

My deepest sympathies on your loss. I will miss Rafael who I considered a brother. I know that he is with our heavenly father and that one day we will meet again. To his wife and children I pray that God give you strength during this difficult time.

BILLY SANTIAGO

May 27, 2010

TO A LONG TIME FRIEND MAY U REST IN PEACE AND UR FAMILY BE BLESS BY GOD IN THIS MOMENT OF PAIN AND HEART BROKEN.MY CONDOLENCES TO THEFAMILY.FROM BILLY SANTIAGO.

Joe "Pee Wee" Hernandez

May 27, 2010

My heartfelt condolences to the entire Segarra family. May God bless you all in your time of grief. Ralph was a great man and friend. He will never be forgotten. Rest peacefully my friend.

sara nieves

May 27, 2010

Siento mucho la perdida que Dios le resignasion especialmente a zaida que es madre pero Dios lo puso a descansar el es el que sabe tsamodas cosas saludos desde san antonio tx los recordamos siempre samy y sara

Ana Carrasquillo

May 27, 2010

Margarita, Zaida, Annette & family please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved husband, son & brother. May your hearts smile each time you remember a beautiful memory of your beloved one. His smile and gentle ways will always be remembered. The world has lost a wonderful person because God needed an angel that describe Ralph. May he always RIP.

Michelle Sharma

May 27, 2010

Annette and family, I am so sorry for your loss, my condolences to your family.

There is nothing i can do,
to make him come back
There are no words I can say,
that can replace he words you long to hear

There are no answer's I can give,
that will satisfy your questions
There is not another soul I can introduce you to that will ever replace his
And, there is no love I can offer that will ever replace the love you shared

I can not promise your broken heart will ever be complete
I will not say it could have been worse
I will not deny it was a tragedy
I will not lie and tell you he will come back

He never really left

I do promise he hears you when you speak
I will say he loves you no matter the distance
I will not deny he is in a better place
And, I will not lie; he is waiting to greet you someday

He is every you step you take
He is in everything you do
He is the air you breathe
He is every beat of your heart

" He is like the wind. You can not see him...but you will always feel him"

Maritza Santiago

May 27, 2010

When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure~ Ralph, you will be greatly missed! RIP

May 27, 2010

To the Segarra family : My thoughts and prayers are with all of you Ralphy was a great guy with a big heart and he will definitely be missed. Margaret I am just a phone call away if you need anything Maggie, Jeff ,Jayson and Kayla Velez

May 27, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers to the Segarra family. Ricky Duhan and family (Harding H.S. 82)

Janet Escobales

May 27, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Olga Perez

May 27, 2010

Our prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

Miguel, Olga Perez & Family

May 27, 2010

Annette and Family: We extend our most profound sympathy to the entire family. Please accept our condolences.

Luis & Luz Rosario

May 27, 2010

We feel your loss as Rafael always had a smile and some time to dedicate to his friends, family and people. Like his father, the community has suffered a great loss. He will always be remembered till we all meet again. Luis & Luz Rosario

Amy Martorelli

May 27, 2010

"God grant this family the serenity
to accept the things they cannot change; the
courage to change the things they can;
and wisdom to know the difference"

Susan Buchter

May 27, 2010

I am sorry to hear about the passing of your loved one! Use the support of each other to get you through this difficult time. My thoughts are with you. Susan Buchter

MaryAnn Ciambriello

May 27, 2010

My thought and prayers go out to Ralph's wife, children and family. I will never forget the few years we spent waiting for our boys to finish baseball practice at the JCC with the group of us laughing, telling stories and BSing on the picnic tables in the outfield. The funniest memory was when little Andre wanted to see Ralphie "drop kick" me in the middle of Brooke Street so that Andre could call for back up and have Ralphie arrested. Ralph talked so fondly of his boys and family. He was a true man in every sense of the word. A man's man. A family man. May you rest in peace. The Ciambriello Family Frank,MaryAnn,Carla, Gaetano "G" and Vito

Victor Diaz

May 27, 2010

My sincere condolences to the Segarra family on your lost.Another fallen Brother.Bpt.P.D.

mari camacho

May 27, 2010

Rafael Segarra was a wonderful person, he will forever remain in my heart. Segarra as I called him, was a true friend, he came to our life during a difficult situation and helped my husband and I...remained in touch, and made us laugh.
Our deepest condolences to his wife, children and family...
Love, Mari Camacho and Rene Maldonado

Sandeep Tibrewal

May 27, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Alicia Nieves

May 27, 2010

Annette my condolences to your family and Mom. May he rest in peace. Now he is with your Da in Heaven.

Zoed Matos

May 27, 2010

Mi mas sentido pesame a la familia. My thoughts and prayers are/have been with you.

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