Dennis Jr. Nazario Diana

Dennis Jr. Nazario Diana, 47, of New Britain, passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain. He was the beloved husband of Maria Ayala.

Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, he was a New Britain resident of 40 years and was a member of the Pentecostal Church. He was employed as a mechanic and handyman. He enjoyed cars and wrestling.

Surviving are his wife, Maria Ayala; his children, Jason Ayala, Dhalia Nazario, Jeremiah Nazario and Sophia Diaz; his mother, Sonia Diana; his mother-in-law, Milagros Irizzary; and a special friend, who was like a brother, Luis Marcano. He was predeceased by a son, Dennis Nazario.

Calling hours will be held on Friday from 6-8 PM and Saturday from 11 AM to 12 PM at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 South Main St. New Britain. Burial will be in Fairvew Cemetery.