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Efren Osorio
1958 - 2021
Efren Osorio
1958 - 2021
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BORN
1958
DIED
2021
Efren Osorio Obituary
Efren A. Osorio, 63, of Middletown, CT, husband of (Mary) Katrina Osorio, passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2021. Efren was born in Mexico, the son of the late Alfredo and Belia (Hernandez) Osorio. Efren was born and raised in Mexico where he attended Veterinary School and eventually met the love of his life, Katrina. They moved to the United States where Efren practiced his passion for veterinary medicine at Middletown Veterinary Hospital, eventually purchasing his own practice, Veterinary Associates of North Branford. Efren was not only a gifted veterinarian, but also a truly compassionate and humble person. He cared for his clients and treated their pets as if they were his own. Efren also loved traveling the world with his wife, learning about different countries, history, and cultures. He loved his adopted Maltese and four cats. Besides his wife, Efren is survived by three brothers, two sisters, numerous cousins and nieces and nephews back in Mexico. Private Funeral Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Those who wish may send memorial donations to Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter in Branford, CT. To share memories or express condolences online, please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.
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Joanne Palumbo
January 19, 2025
Dr. Osorio is still remembered, thought of often and I still refer back to his caring ways with my fur babies, especially his care with my little love Isabella. He was always her special Valentine and I'm sure she's right by his side (he was her secret crush too).
When you think of Angels - Dr. Osorio is definitely one! God blessed us who were fortunate enough to have had him in our lives. I know he is by God's side surrounded by all the precious pets he treated and loved as well as all the other animals in Heaven. I am forever grateful to God that He sent Dr. Osorio to all of us. We were in the presence of a real Angel sent from Heaven.
I will always love you Dr. O.
XOXO and furry kisses
Donna Cardonita
January 23, 2024
Dr O...you are missed more than you can ever imagine. There´s no one like you...
Joanne Palumbo
January 21, 2024
Dr. Osorio will never be forgotten and he has a very special place in my heart forever. He cared for and loved my fur babies as though they were his own. In a way- they were. We were part of something much larger, those of us whose lives were touched by Dr. Osorio. He was and is a pure, loving Angel. An Angel on Earth and now by God's side. I truly believe that. Never have I met a person like him. Never. Words cannot explain or describe what he meant to me. The love. The absolute trust I felt. He had to be an Angel amongst us. Tears still fill my eyes, and my throat chokes up- but then I remember how blessed I was to have had him in my life.
Lynne C. Sondelski
January 21, 2024
I'm SO glad to have the opportunity to remember Dr. O on his anniversary!
He was a wonderful person, a great Vet and a shining light in a world sadly missing kindness and beauty ,and grace!!!!
I miss him-think of him numerous times as the days go by and still tear up every time we go to Smithland, which is directly across the street from his office!
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Lynne C Sondelski
January 20, 2022
It's hard to believe that Dr.O is gone a whole year!
I think of him almost daily--miss him tremendously!
It's still hard passing the office on rt. 80,knowing he's not there
Will always be grateful for the privelege of knowing him!
Hope he's caring for and loving all our "fur kids" who have gone over Rainbows Bridge until we can all be together again!
L.C.S.
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Lynne C. Sondelski
May 25, 2021
Thinking of "Dr.O his ,Family and friends on his 63rd Birthday
Miss him SO much--it's hard passing the office on Rt 80-brings tears to my eyes every time!
I will always cherish his kindness, and compassion in caring for my "fur kids" !
Miss the" hello" and "goodbye hugs" and his sweet smile!
Dr O was the most spiritual person I have ever been priveleged to know--He exuded a peacefulness that is hard to find in todays complicated and often un kind world!
He was a very special person--and gone all too soon!!!!
How I wish he was still here!!!
Lynne
Christen Walyand
March 3, 2021
Just heard of the passing of Dr Osorio.He was a beautiful soul and will be deeply missed.He truly loved everyone's Pets as if they were his own.He was the reason why at such a young age that I wanted to be a Vet when i grew up.
Francine Georges
February 26, 2021
The loss of Dr. Osorio has been a significant loss in my life. He loved all my furry children through the years and they loved him. I will never forget when he came out to my car to carry Lady into the VANB because she was too sick to walk and I was an emotional wreck. Who does that? I think about him often and have made a monthly contribution to the Cosgrove Animal Shelter in his honor. We all love you Dr. O! My condolences to his wife and family and all the staff. He will be missed and forever in our hearts.
Carol Ann Brothers-Costova
February 15, 2021
Efren was a special veterinarian. As a valuable member of the team when he was at Middletown Veterniary Clinic. I remember when I showed up at clinic at 6 am and he answered the door and asked or so politely how he could me . I said oh your the new vet that my brother hired(my brother was the owner of the clinic) I held out my sick toy poodle josh and then I said I’m Mike sister fix my dog!! The look on Efren face was priceless. He took the toy dog in his arms and started asking me. A bunch of questions about josh problems. He then said I think I should call your brother to inform him that you showed up with your sick dog. When he did call my brother Efren woke him up of a sound sleep. Neèdless to say my brother was angry at both Efren and me. But Efren remaind calm cool. I explained why I showed up to my brother clinic without a phone call in advanced. Efren was a gentleman through that visit and many other visits.? I am SO SORRY to hear of his death from COVID. Such a waste of a GREAT DOC.
Lynne C. Sondelski
February 11, 2021
The day I met Dr. O I was taking a cat to his office for the shelter I was volunteering at--Dr. Hart introduced me to Dr O and when I went home I called my current Vet and had all my cats transferred to VANB!
I felt a dep spirituality in Dr. O from the second I met him and trhough the years he cared for our pets I came to admire and love him and am so grateful for the knowin' of him.
I was shocked to read of his "passing" in todays Sound--
Will miss him more than words can tell!!!
Deepest condolences to Mrs Osorio and the VANB staff-
My heart aches for the sorrow you are all feeling
Please know that I grieve with you--this was a VERY special man and his loss is incalculable!!!!!!
Karen Montano
February 10, 2021
My heart is broken over the loss of this fine man. His warm demeanor and generous spirit will be missed by all who knew him. He was my guiding light when I needed him to help me make inevitable decisions with my elderly dog.
I will miss him and think of him often. My deepest condolences go out to VANB and his wife Katrina. Our community has try lost a truly great man. Thoughts and Prayers
Julia
February 3, 2021
I’m so very sorry to hear of Dr. O’s passing. He was the most caring, kind, and wonderful Veterinary I have ever used. I am forever grateful to him for the love and kindness he showed to me and my dog Dudley. Sending my love to his wife, family, and everyone at Vet Associates. He will be greatly missed.
Donna Cardonita
February 3, 2021
Dr. Osorio was the best; my deepest condolences to Katrina and his beloved dog and cats; to Lisa, Sara, Cheryl, Erica and all his VANB family. What a tragic loss to the entire veterinary community. His compassion, love, and wealth of knowledge will be hard to surpass. My cats were extremely lucky to have him in charge of their care and well being. But his care went beyond the pets; he was also genuinely concerned for the owners. I started bringing my cats to him several years ago when I was smack in the middle of my daughter's brain tumor diagnosis. That man saw the pain and overwhelming fear of that situation in addition to my fear of possibly losing one of my cats at that time. He understood that my cats meant more to me than just being a pet. No explanation needed. I was always greeted with a hug and not just any hug, but one that you felt hugging your soul. I know he'll be greeted by all those pets in Heaven and those that weren't in his care. Dr. O, I surely hope you know the impact you've had on so many of us. Rest peacefully and give them all hugs from us...
Kerriann and Carol Bellucci-Maus
January 30, 2021
Our deepest sympathies to Dr.Osorio's wife, family and entire staff at VANB. We were so sad and heartbroken to hear the news of the passing of Dr. Osorio. Our family has known Dr. Osorio since he began working with Dr. Hart a long time ago. Dr. Osorio cared for our family pet Chrissy for 18 years. At the end of her life Dr. Osorio came to our home to lovingly euthanize her. It was a beautiful experience that we will never forget. I will never forget the love , time, attention he gave to each detail of Chrissy's very long life and all the care and love he gave to our family. When I married and we decided to get a family dog .......It never crossed my mind that any other person or practice would love and care for our Timmy. Dr. Osorio through the years spent a lot of time loving Timmy and countless check in's on our little fellow. We will be forever grateful to him and his dedication and compassion to each patient and their families.
Jennifer Ryan
January 29, 2021
We were so saddened to hear about the loss of Dr. Osario. Our first encounter with him was the day we lost our first Golden. Dr. O was so caring and supportive. He truly helped us get through a very tough time with his kind words and wonderful hugs. He was genuine and always cared for our dogs like they were his own. We will miss him tremendously. The world lost a very special and gifted veterinarian.
Thinking of Katrina and the staff at VA.
Much Love, The Ryan Family
Joanne Palumbo
January 29, 2021
My deepest sympathy to Dr. Osorio's wife, family, friends & staff at VANB. It was shocking to hear of his passing and he will truly be missed. Dr. Osorio was an Angel on Earth~ his compassion for all animals and their owners was beyond comparison. He was, what I called, our Pediatrician, the way he cared for my fur babies was as though they were human~ and not 'just' a dog. I will forever be grateful for his loving care & support from the very first day I got my Isabella to the end when I needed to say goodbye to her. He was her special Valentine and it's most likely he will be her Valentine in Heaven too. We were all blessed to have Dr. Osorio touch our lives~ and I will never ever forget him. May he RIP and I pray we all find comfort in our own memories of his smile, compassion, strength & love.
XOXOX
Joanne Palumbo
Debbie, John, and Alicia Fetherston
January 28, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to Dr. Osorio’s wife, family, and the entire staff at VANB. Words fail to express how much Dr. Osorio will be missed. He was one of a kind, and the absolute best. Dr. Osorio was not only compassionate, but truly one of the kindest human beings we have ever known. His passing is such a massive loss to our family and to the entire community. Heaven has gained another angel. RIP Dr. Osorio we love you and we will all miss you greatly!
Cathy Duman and Family
January 28, 2021
We have lost a truly special person. We knew we were lucky to have Dr. Osorio and the NBVA team care for our pets, but the true blessing was that we got to know the kind soul of Dr. Osorio.
We send our deepest sympathy to the staff at VANB and the Osorio family. We hope you will find peace in your memories, and in imagining the overwhelming reception that Dr 0sorio is surely receiving up above.
Steve and Julia
January 28, 2021
Such a kind and caring man.He was more than just a veterinarian,he was a friend to me and my wife. God bless him,he will be missed.
Linda Houle
January 28, 2021
I am shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Osorio. My sympathy and prayers to the Family and Staff of Dr. Osorio. Blessings, Linda Houle
Kathleen Kopylec
January 28, 2021
Thankyou, for your life, Dr Osorio just knowing you has made me a better pet owner, and a better person, rip my friend well done.
Joanne
January 28, 2021
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Dr Osorio. He was a wonderful man with so much compassion, caring and love. Not only for our pets but for us as well. When our Ashley left us, he sat down next to our young daughter, put Ashley in her arms and sat down next to her with his arm around her. I will forever be thankful for his kindness. I’m not sure we will ever find another Veterinarian like him.
Condolences to his wife, family and staff
Joanne O’Neil ❤
Beverly Coutant
January 27, 2021
I am saddened to learn of Dr. Osorio's passing. He was such a kind and caring gentleman who not only cared for our animals but was very compassionate toward us when we lost all three of our pets within a year! It will be very difficult to find another veterinarian who is as knowledgeable and caring as he was. Rest in peace.
January 27, 2021
We were so devastated to hear that Dr. O passed away. He was truly one of the most selfless, caring and devoted people I have ever known. I have fond memories watching him work in the middle room as Dewey and I patiently waited our turn to see him. He always gave 100% to every patient. He will be deeply missed by so many. My deepest condolences to Katrina and all his coworkers. He will be in our hearts forever. Rest in peace my friend.
With broken hearts,
Susan and David Laird
SKIP AND GERRY BORGERSON
January 27, 2021
Efren was a wonderful vet and a wonderful man. He treated our pets as if they were his own. He will be missed.
Kate Higgins
January 27, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to Dr Osario's family and coworkers. His skill and intuition with animals AND humans, his compassion, and his amazingly dedicated work ethic were a unique combination. He was a skilled vet, a special human, the consummate gentleman, and he had a great giggle. His passing breaks all of our hearts and he will be sorely missed but always remembered.
Maggie Marcarelli
January 26, 2021
So very sad to hear of Dr. Ossorio’s passing. He was the kindest, gentlest soul. I’ll always remember especially his compassion when we had to put down my two cats at the end of their lives. My deepest sympathies.
Carol hennessey
January 26, 2021
My deepest sympathy to Dr. Osorio's wife and his VANB family. There are no words to express the sorrow we feel. It was always a pleasure to see Dr. Osorio and to know him was to love him. I'm so grateful for the wonderful care he gave to my cats. He treated every pet as if they were his own. He will be missed beyond measure.
Tom Shea
January 26, 2021
To Dr. Osorio’s family and staff
Our sincerest sympathies in the passing of Dr. Osorio he certainly was a great veterinarian and so compassionate patient in the 30+ years he attended to our dogs. He will be missed immensely God bless and Rip
Todd Youngberg
January 26, 2021
Dear Katrina,
We were devastated to hear that Dr. Osorio has passed on. He was the kindest man I’ve ever met, he did so much for us and C.C. Over the years. It’s difficult to comprehend that’s he’s now no longer with us but now an Angel looking down upon us. I hope that his legacy and the lives he’s touched bring you a sense of calm and peace at this time.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Todd, Melissa, Chase and Camden Youngberg
Karen MacVeigh
January 26, 2021
Deepest sympathy to the family. Dr Osorio was a gentle and kind ,loving man. He was always a great comfort when our kitties were ill. I will miss his smile, our conversations about travel, sometimes in Spanish , and his joy in treating the furry friends
Cynthia Rosa
January 26, 2021
I am so heart broken to have lost such a wonderful man , Dr. Osorio was more than a vet but a friend to all he came in contact with. He treated my furbabies with such compassion and care. It saddens me that we were not able to see him one last time but in this time of distancing it was not possible. He will be thought of often and missed terribly. My deepest sympathies to his beloved wife and family.
Linda Barile
January 26, 2021
Words alone cannot adequately express the deep sadness I feel at the loss of Dr. Osorio. He treated my dog Paris with expertise and compassion for several years. My deepest sympathy to his wife, his entire family and to all his colleagues at Veterinary Associates. We will miss him greatly, but he will always be in our hearts.
Janet Rosa
January 26, 2021
It is with a broken heart not see my friend and Vet Dr. Osorio.I never left his office without a hug and a kiss. He stood by me as my two furbabies Taz and Hobby were put to sleep from old age but wonderful care and now cares for my Heidi. Visits will never be the same. Rest in peace my friend. with love and respect.
Robin Viele
January 26, 2021
Words can not express how much Dr Osario meant to our family! He has tended with such compassion for over 26 years for my pets. I always felt my animals received the best care possible!
Dr O was an amazing individual, kind, compassionate, generous and most of all, very loving. My deepest sympathy for his wife and family. I am so honored to have met him.
Michelle McAdam
January 26, 2021
Every office visit with Dr. O would end with “I love you, thank you” and a hug. My heart is so broken.
G-d speed Katrina to you and your family.
Debbie Nordmann
January 25, 2021
It is with a sad and heavy heart that we will no longer be able to see our favorite veterinarian Dr. Osorio who passed away this morning. Dr. Osorio was so compassionate and treated each of his furbabies and their families as if they were his own. He had the most beautiful smile and always a story to tell you. The most loving soul one could ever have known. It was my honor to know you Dr. Osorio, I will miss you and think of you always ❤❤ Lil Miss Heleana will miss you too❤❤
Dr. O as so many called you, I wonder if you will go to Heaven or will you go to the Rainbow Bridge to take care of all your furbabies. Wherever your loving soul shall go you will be welcomed with open arms and paws. We love you Dr. Osorio ❤❤
Always and forever ♥ ❤
Debbie Nordmann
January 25, 2021
It is with a sad and heavy heart that we will no longer be able to see our favorite veterinarian Dr. Osorio Dr. Osorio was so loving and compassionate and treated each of his furbabies and their families as if they were his own. He had the most beautiful smile and always a story to tell you. The most loving soul one could ever have known. It was my honor to know you Dr. Osorio, I will miss you and think of you always ❤❤ Lil Miss Heleana your kitty girlfriend will miss you too❤❤
Dr. O. as so many called you, I wonder if you will go to Heaven or will you go to the Rainbow Bridge to take care of all your furbabies. Wherever your loving soul shall go you will be welcomed with open arms and paws. We love you Dr. Osorio ❤❤
Always and forever ♥ ❤
Debbie Nordmann
January 25, 2021
It is with a sad and heavy heart that we will no longer be able to see our favorite veterinarian Dr. Osorio. Dr. Osorio was so compassionate and treated each of his furbabies and their families as if they were his own. He had the most beautiful smile and always a story to tell you. The most loving soul one could ever have known. It was my honor to know you Dr. Osorio, I will miss you and think of you always ❤❤ Lil Miss Heleana will miss you too❤❤
Dr. O. as so many called you, I wonder if you will go to Heaven or will you go to the Rainbow Bridge to take care of all your furbabies. Wherever your loving soul shall go you will be welcomed with open arms and paws. We love you Dr. Osorio ❤❤
Always and forever ♥ ❤
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