William Aranjo

William Aranjo (Billy) age 73, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 18, 2024. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 11:00 AM, Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 275 Union Avenue, Bridgeport, CT. Family will receive guests from 10:00 AM until time of service at the church. Interment will be private.

William (Billy) Aranjo was born in Bridgeport, CT. Born July 28, 1950, to the late Anna Gomes Aranjo and Joaquim Aranjo. He departed this life at Bridgeport hospital on Thursday, April 18, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Billy attended grammar and public high school (Harding) following graduation he then entered the United States Air Force stationed in San Bernadino , CA in the 70's. Billy was then honorably discharged as a Sargent from the Airforce and later worked in Washington, DC for government before relocating back to Bridgeport.
Billy was a very proud veteran. You would always see him wearing his veteran cap and attending veteran affairs, Billy received numerous awards for his Tireless, efforts, devotion and service with The United States Armed Forces and was proud to service his country alongside some of his brothers who were also very proud veterans. He was a member of The Blessed Sacrament Church who always sat in the last row of the church and Father Skip made sure no one sat in his seat. Billy would often be seen campaigning with his brother the late Ed Gomes encouraging people to exercise their rights to vote and make change. He was a member of the Cape Verdean club in Bridgeport.
Billy would always be seen riding on his bicycle and loved them dearly some would often think he never drove, but he did.
He is survived by his brother Johnny Aranjo (Pam) of CA, Carol Aranjo of Ky, Sister-in-law Irene Bowden-Aranjo, a very special Niece Nikki and Cousin Arlene. Along with a host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and Friends who loved him dearly.
William was predeceased by his parents Anna Gomes Aranjo and Joaquim Aranjo; Sister Maryann Monteiro; Brothers Anthony Gomes, Joaquim (Jack), Peter (Pete), Joseph (Joey) Manuel (Manny) Aranjo and Edwin Gomes.