Rafael Frutos, Jr.

Rafael Frutos, Jr.

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Sagrado Corazon De Jesus Church

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St. Joseph Cemetery Windham

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Rafael Frutos, Jr. Obituary

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With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Rafael Frutos Jr., 29, of Willimantic, Connecticut, who entered eternal rest on November 19, 2025.

Con profundo amor y tristeza, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Rafael Frutos Jr., de 29 años, de Willimantic, Connecticut, quien entró en su descanso eterno el 19 de noviembre de 2025.

Rafael was a gentle soul whose smile carried warmth and whose calm spirit brought peace to everyone around him. His kindness, humility, and quiet strength reflected the purity of his heart.

Rafael era un alma noble, cuya sonrisa transmitía calidez y cuyo espíritu tranquilo brindaba paz a todos a su alrededor. Su bondad, humildad y fortaleza silenciosa reflejaban la pureza de su corazón.

He was the beloved son of Rafael Frutos Zavala and Maria L. Bustamante Fernandez, cherished brother of Nafaely Frutos, brother-in-law to Sergio Garcia Gonzalez, and adored grandson of Petra Fernandez. He was also deeply cherished by many uncles, aunts, and cousins who loved him dearly.

Fue el amado hijo de Rafael Frutos Zavala y María L. Bustamante Fernández, querido hermano de Nafaely Frutos, cuñado de Sergio García González, y adorado nieto de Petra Fernández. También fue profundamente querido por muchos tíos, tías y primos que lo amaban con todo el corazón.

Rafael graduated from the Automotive Program at Windham Technical High School in 2014. He loved playing basketball and recently began working as a Welder at Pursuit Aerospace, a role he took great pride in.

Rafael se graduó del Programa Automotriz de Windham Technical High School en 2014. Amaba jugar baloncesto y recientemente comenzó a trabajar como Soldador en Pursuit Aerospace, un trabajo del cual se sentía muy orgulloso.

Services to honor Rafael’s life and spirit will be held as follows:

Los servicios para honrar la vida y el espíritu de Rafael se llevarán a cabo de la siguiente manera:

Visitation / Velorio:

Monday, November 24, 2025 – 4:00–6:00 PM

Potter Funeral Home, Windham, CT

Mass / Misa:

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 – 11:00 AM–12:00 PM

Sagrado Corazon De Jesus Church, Windham, CT

Burial / Entierro:

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 – 12:00–1:00 PM

St. Joseph Cemetery Windham

The family kindly asks for monetary donations to help with funeral expenses.

La familia solicita con amabilidad donaciones monetarias para ayudar con los gastos funerarios.

Rafael’s presence will continue to live on in every memory, every smile, and every heart he touched. May his soul rest in the eternal light of God.

La presencia de Rafael vivirá para siempre en cada recuerdo, cada sonrisa y cada corazón que tocó. Que su alma descanse en la luz eterna de Dios.

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Upcoming Events

Nov

24

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Potter Funeral Home

456 Jackson St, Windham, CT 06226

Send Flowers

Nov

25

Service

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Sagrado Corazon De Jesus Church

61 Club Road, Windham, CT 06280

Send Flowers

Nov

25

Burial

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

St. Joseph Cemetery Windham

Club Road, Windham, CT 06280

Send Flowers

Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.