Edythe Tomkinson

Edythe Tomkinson of Riverhead died on November 1, 2025, at the age of 91.  She was predeceased by her beloved husband Russell in May 2000.

Edythe was born in Brooklyn and after graduation from Skidmore College, she pursued a career in editing.  Included in her many positions in NYC was a period working for Weight Watchers in their early years, where she edited both their magazine and first published cookbook. 

After marriage, Edythe became a sales representative for several wine distributors in the NY and LI area, including Paumanok Vineyard in Aquebogue.

Edythe was an accomplished artist who participated in the Southampton Cultural Center Events and was the Coordinator for the Overton Gallery at the Riverhead Public Library for seven years. 

She is survived by nephews Giovanni Cosentino, Kirk (Louise) VanSwearingen and their children and grandchildren, niece Joy VanSwearingen and her very close friends Jeri, Carol and Valerie.  Edythe was predeceased by her brother Robert Kopman.

Edythe will be remembered by her many business associates, friends and family for the long and active life she shared with them. May she lovingly rest in Eternal Peace. 

All are invited to an hour devoted to the remembrance of Edythe, to be held on Monday, November 10, 2025, from 10am to 11am at the Tuthill-Mangano Funeral Home, 406 E. Main Street, Riverhead.  Burial at Calverton National Cemetery will follow. 

Please, no flowers - Donations to Friends of the Riverhead Library would be appreciated.