Bernardo (Bernie) Rey, of Danbury, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2019, at Danbury Hospital, surrounded by his wonderful family and his very special friends of many years. Bernie was born on March 30, 1938, and was the son of Emiliano and Sylvia Rey. He was a graduate of Danbury High School in 1956.

Bernie married his high school sweetheart, Sandra Scully, on June 27, 1959. He was the owner of the Newtown Color Center for many years.

Bernie is survived by his three cherished and loving children, who are the loves of his life, Cheryl and Chip Andrews of Danbury; Robert Rey of Key West, Fla.; and David and Elizabeth Rey of Brookfield. Bernie also leaves behind his precious grandchildren, Ryan Andrews, Shane Andrews, Chloe Rey, and Haley Rey. In addition, Bernie is also survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Connie and Tom Smith, who were very special to him; his very special nieces and nephews, who he loved so very much; his special friends, Manny and Louise, Bill and Irene, Joe and Ann, Valentine, and Helen and Jean.

The family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation to the critical care unit staff at Danbury Hospital as well as a heartfelt thank you to Raymond Raut, MD, and Jonathan Alexander, MD; also a very special thank you to the staff at the DeVita Dialysis Center.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St Joseph’s Church, 8 Robinson Avenue, Danbury, on Wednesday, May 22, 2019, at 10 am. Burial will follow at St Peter Cemetery, Lake Avenue Extension, Danbury.